John Wagner is a comics writer renowned for his pivotal role in revitalizing British boys' comics during the 1970s. His works are characterized by taut, often violent thrillers infused with black humor. He is celebrated for crafting impactful and atmospheric narratives that continue to resonate with readers.
In celebration of his forty-five years chronicling the madness and mayhem of Mega-City One, this collection features some of the funniest, most poignant and action-packed tales penned by Judge Dredd co-creator, John Wagner!
The law at war! Judge Dredd rides into action in this fifth volume collecting together some of his most exciting cases. Arch-nemesis Judge Death rises from the grave once again in 'Judge Death Lives', citizen is pitted against citizen in 'Block Mania' and the apocalypse comes to Mega-City One in the all-time classic Dredd epic, 'The Apocalypse War'.Featuring art by such comic legends as Carlos Ezquerra (Strontium Dog), Brian Bolland (Batman: The Killing Joke) and Mike McMahon (The Last American) and written by John Wagner (A History of Violence) and Alan Grant (Lobo) this tome is a worthy addition to any Thrill-seeker's library!
Following the Atom Wars in the 22nd century, many of the survivors were mutated by the Strontium 90 fallout. Unable to get regular jobs, forced into ghettoes and considered an underclass by the 'norms', the only work open to them was bounty hunting. These Search Destroy Agentshunt the criminals too dangerous for the Galactic Crime Commission.Collects:- Big Bust of 49 (Progs #416-#424)- Slavers of Drule (Progs #425-#434)- Max Bubba (Progs #445-#465)- Smiley's World (Progs #466-#467)- Rage (Progs #469-#489)- Incident on Mayger Minor (Progs #490-#496)- Warzone! (Progs #497-#499)- Incident at the Back o' Beyond (2000AD Annual 1983)- In the Doghouse (2000AD Annual 1983)- The Beast of Milton Keynes (2000AD Annual 1986)
Reunited with Happy Shrapnel, the ABC Warriors go about exposing even more villains.
He’s been the iconic legend of British comics for 35 years and now a unique collection of the best Judge Dredd cover art will hit stores in September. The Art of Judge Dredd celebrates the most stunning and innovative Judge Dredd-related covers, illustrated by some of the greatest talents in the comic book industry.With an introduction from Dredd’s co-creator John Wagner, this hardback dust-jacketed book uses original film from the 2000 AD archive to show art from the likes of Mick McMahon, Brian Bolland, Greg Staples, Cam Kennedy, Steve Dillon, and Carlos Ezquerra in all its glory. In a highly-collectable edition, creators, 2000 AD staff old and new, fans, and celebrities all give their views on the stunning and innovative covers that have made comic book history.- Artwork has been re-scanned from original film to produce a fresh new collection- Creators, droids, and celebrities give their views on some of the all-time classic Dredd images- ‘Inside Story’ info boxes give you the background to some of Dredd’s most iconic coversNote: There is also a limited edition version of this book.
In this installment of the Complete Case Files series, Dredd confronts a dangerous threat as corrupt Judges escape from the prison planet Titan, seeking vengeance. The narrative delves into themes of justice and corruption within the judicial system, showcasing intense confrontations and moral dilemmas faced by Dredd. The stakes are high as he battles not just for law and order, but also against former colleagues turned adversaries.
In the far future Strontium-90 fallout has created a race of mutants, outcasts from society, despised by the 'norms' and given only the dirtiest job - bounty hunting. Johnny Alpha is one such mutant, working for the Search/Destroy Agency, hunting down the criminals for the Galactic Crime Commission, aided by his trusty Viking sidekick, Wulf. The second volume in this thrill-packed series collects together such classic stories as 'Portrait of a Mutant', 'The Killing' and 'Outlaw' along with a bonus strip and an extensive covers gallery.
Volume nine of Judge Dredd's complete cases, continuing the ever popular series.The global best-selling graphic novel series - over half a million copies sold! Judge Dredd: The Complete Case Files collects the adventures of the iconic British character, presented in chronological order, complete and uncut! He's judge, jury and executioner - the lawman delivering justice to the mean streets of far-future Mega-City One. This ninth blockbuster volume includes classic storylines `Midnight Surfer' and `The Warlord'. Written by comic legends John Wagner (A History of Violence) and Alan Grant (Batman), with art by Steve Dillon (Preacher), Cam Kennedy (Batman/Dredd), Bryan Talbot (Alice in Sunderland) and many more! "If you want to sink your teeth into classic Judge Dredd, the best place to start" - Mental Floss "Amazing and addictive" - io9 "What a collection it will be when it's complete." - Den of Geek
The earliest adventures of the cult character back in print, and in colour for the first time in decades!
The graphic novel of Fall 2020, The Essential Judge Dredd line is the very best Dredd stories in a format that is accessible for new readers.