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This Omnibus collects much of the Hulk''s fabled 1970s era, where his popularity was at its peak and led to the fan favourite television series! He''s mean, he''s green and sometimes he''s too small to be seen - he''s the Incredible Hulk! Yes, the Hulk''s back in another Omnibus, one boasting the first appearance of his ladylove Jarella and her subatomic world. Drawn by Marvel art icon Herb Trimpe and scribed by a trio of top writers, these classics stories also introduce Doc Samson, pit Hulk against Doctor Doom and Kang the Conqueror, pair him with Ant-Man and put the Hulk on trial with the heroes of the Marvel Universe as his jury. You''ll also get to enjoy some good ol'' fashioned ''Hulk Smash!'' as he fights heavyweights like the Rhino, the Abomination and the Wendigo, not to mention the inhabitants of an entire island of giant monsters. Collecting: The Incredible Hulk (1968) #135-170, The Avengers (1963) #88 and Marvel Super-Heroes (1967) #16

CONAN RETURNS, UNLEASHED, UNBRIDLED AND UNCENSORED! This third volume is sure to satisfy fans of the iconic hero and Robert E. Howard?s fantasy universe. Comprising the very best comic industry talent, including legend Roy Thomas and fan-favorite Roberto de la Torre, a myriad of writers and artists create a spectacular array of beautifully illustrated Black and White comic strips and pin-ups, as well as poems, short stories and essays.The Savage Sword of Conan returns from Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics! This third volume collects issues 7-9 of the stunning new Savage Sword of Conan magazine.SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN #7:ROY THOMAS RETURNS TO CONAN!THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN begins its barbaric second year from Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics!Featuring the return of legendary writer Roy Thomas with artist Roberto de la Torre for a ferocious Conan tale, a new Howardian character ? BRECKENRIDGE ELKINS (from Zircher/Hernandez), a behind-the-scenes look at Conan''s upcoming appearance in NetherRealm''s Mortal Kombat 1, tantalizing covers from Alex Horley and Sean Joyce, an array of incredible art pin-ups, and more - Issue #7 kicks off the second year of SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN in stunning style.SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN #8:Witness a death-defying duel from the legendary Liam Sharp, a cave-crawling adventure from Dennis Culver and Chris Burnham, a mysterious BELIT story from writer Joseph Pruett and artist Goran Parlov, and a dreamlike journey from Fred Kennedy and Marco Rudy.Once again feel the excitement of a new Howardian character ? CORMAC FITZGEOFFREY (from Davisson/Fafner).SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN #9:Featuring writer/artist Patch Zircher slashing into the Hyborian Age with a tale of high adventure starring Conan and Valeria, a high-stakes assassination story starring KULL from writer Fabian Nicieza and artist Sean Chen, instant classic covers from Alex Horley and the late Neal Adams, a short prose story from John C. Hocking, incredible art pin-ups, and more.

More Savage, brutal and epic in scope than its sister title Conan the Barbarian. Savage Sword Volume 6 sees Conan doing what he does best, slaughtering monsters & demons, slaying opponents and wenching. Showcasing double-length stories by some of the best artists and writers in the business including Michael Fleisher, Chris Claremont, and stalwart regular Roy Thomas, Alfredo Alcala, Barry Windsor-Smith and John Buscema among others. In this massive 1008-page Omnibus collection, writer Michael Fleisher hits his stride with a series of mold-breaking Conan tales including 'The Temple of the Twelve-Eyed Thing,' 'Demons of the Firelight' and 'Dominion of the Bat', illustrated by top talents including Alfredo Alcala, Ernie Chan and, of course, the one and only John Buscema! Meanwhile, X-MEN superstar Chris Claremont pens an adventure that pits Conan against the minions of Thoth-Amon in a tour de force drawn by Val Mayerik! Conan legend Roy Thomas is also on hand to tell solo stories of Conan's 'Red Nails' colleague, Valeria. Rounding out this volume are the conclusion of John Buscema's 'Bront' - and extensive articles on, and the comic book adaptation of, the blockbuster Conan the Barbarian film! Collecting: Savage Sword of Conan (1974) #73-87, Marvel Comics Super Special (1977) #21. Featuring the usual assortment of superb pin up art by some true greats of the comic book form. This book also features a section of rarely seen bonus material. This volume includes Michael Fleisher, Chris Claremont, and stalwart regular Roy Thomas on the writing duties and artists Alfredo Alcala, Ernie Chan, Joe Chiodo, Val Mayerick and Barry Windsor-Smith joining legend John Buscema. Collecting: Savage Sword of Conan (1974) #73-87 and Marvel Comics Super Special (1977) #21

Namor the Sub-Mariner was Marvel''s first superhero, and his re-introduction to the Marvel Universe in the 60s shows what makes him one of the most complex and fascinating characters in comics! Created in 1939, Namor was Marvel''s first super hero, and his 1960s reintroduction linked those appearances to create the tapestry of the Marvel Universe! Imperius rex! Namor, the Sub-Mariner, is getting the Omnibus treatment! This volume takes a deep dive into his first Marvel Age exploits, collecting all the rare appearances where the anarchic antihero wreaked havoc on the nascent Marvel Universe. Back then, Namor was just as likely to team up with Doctor Doom as he was to save the world, and that was a formula for excitement! When the brash monarch earned his own series in TALES TO ASTONISH, he set out on a quest for the Trident of Neptune that would prove his status as rightful heir to the throne of Atlantis. He''ll also battle Warlord Krang, defend the Lady Dorma and go to war with the Secret Empire on the way to his own solo series! Collecting: Sub-Mariner (1968) #1; Fantastic Four (1961) #4, #6, #9, #14, #27, #33 and Annual (1963) #1; Avengers (1963) #3-4; X-Men (1963) #6; and Daredevil (1964) #7 - and material from Tales To Astonish (1959) #70-101; Iron Man And Sub-Mariner #1; Tales Of Suspense (1959) #79-80; Strange Tales (1951) #107 and #125; and Not Brand Echh (1967) #1, #4 and #9

The mostly true tale of Stan Lee, the one and only Godfather of Comics. From his childhood in Depression-era New York, to transforming Marvel into the number one comics publisher in the world, to his 21st-century reinvention as Chief Creative Officer of global entertainment company POW! Entertainment, Stan “the Man” Lee stands the test of time as the most legendary name in comicbook history. Stanley Lieber began working at Timely Comics in 1940 at the age of 17 and found himself at the helm of the bullpen as its top editor just two years later. But it wasn’t until 1961 that he ignited a revolution known as the “Marvel Age of Comics.” With a legendary stable of art partners including Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, John Romita, and Jim Steranko, Lee unleashed a dizzying cascade of seminal comicbook creations—the Fantastic Four, Hulk, Spider-Man, Thor, Iron Man, the X-Men, and the Avengers to name a few. After moving to Hollywood in 1980, he did it again, developing TV and film projects that laid the groundwork for the “Marvel movie.” Stan’s constant cameo presence in these billion-dollar worldwide events was a testament to his influence. As the man behind POW! Entertainment, he became a master of all media—working with rock stars and professional sports leagues, movie mavens and reality TV shows—reinforcing his creative stature the world over. First published as a signed Collector’s Edition and sold out within a week, the book was written and edited with Lee himself. His tale is told by his successor at Marvel, renowned comics writer, editor, and historian Roy Thomas, who brings “you are there” insights and wide-eyed clarity to key moments of Lee’s journey to pop culture immortality. Featuring hundreds of treasures of comicbook art, intimate photographs sourced straight from his family archives, a foreword written by Lee himself, a novel-length essay and new epilogue by Thomas, and an appendix with complete reprints of Stan’s comics from throughout the decades, this is a titanic tribute worthy of the Man. All Marvel characters are © MARVEL

Collecting issues #1-19 of King Conan (1980) this 776-page epic omnibus heralds a new era for Conan and features the creative talents of such luminaries as Roy Thomas, Doug Moench, John Buscema and Marc Silvestri. From the battlefield to the throne room, from barbarian to legendary monarch, the timeless saga of Conan reaches the time when he at last became KING!ALL HAIL KING CONAN!Conan the barbarian, the thief, the mercenary,  and now… Conan the king! A new era begins with adventures set after Conan has deposed the tyrant Numedides to become ruler of Aquilonia. But Conan on the throne is still Conan. The savage action that made him a comic book legend fills page after page, while palace intrigue adds a new level of drama with Queen Zenobia and Prince Conn, the heir to the throne, taking prominent roles. Old nemeses like Thoth-Amon return, and mystical prophecy ties Conan to the first king of the realm. Each issue is a double-sized extravaganza with scripts by the godfather of Conan comics, Roy Thomas, along with Doug Moench and Alan Zelenetz, and artwork by John Buscema and rising star Marc Silvestri.

For Fans of the greatest literary warrior of all times! The legend of Conan the Barbarian strides on with Omnibus Volume 5, which sees new writers and artists take up the reins and welcomes legends like Gil Kane, Bruce Jones and Neil Adams to the roster of great creators. This volume also brings back fan-favorite characters like Jenna and Murilo to the supporting cast. Featuring superb artwork, epic stories and the usual selection of rarely seen bonus material.Conan the Barbarian enters a new creative phase as J.M. DeMatteis ("Kraven''s Last Stand") debuts as series writer. He will take Conan to the magical city in the clouds, Mreead-Zza; return fan-favorites Jenna and Murilo to the supporting cast; and team with John Buscema on a set of stories pitting Conan against Eilaynia, Princess of Mist. Then, Marvel legend Gil Kane takes the artistic reins for an extended run featuring "The Creation Quest" saga, while writer Bruce Jones (Incredible Hulk) mixes a blend of humor and horror. Plus: A story illustrated by titans John Buscema and Neal Adams, a pair of Annuals by Roy Thomas, and Thomas and Buscema''s Conan of the Isles graphic novel, reprinted for the first time!

Conan at his finest! Savage, brutal and always… EPIC!Freed from the strict Comic Code Authority stamp of approval, the Savage Sword of Conan magazine was always more hard-hitting and savage than its sister title Conan the Barbarian, and featured more action, violence and raunch and Omnibus Volume 5 of the original comic series is no exception.This volume sees Michael Fleisher and Bruce Jones joining stalwart regular Roy Thomas on the writing duties, and artist Ernie Chan joining legends Ernie Colan and Gil Kane on art duties. Omnibus Volume 5 carries on the legacy in fine form!New writers Michael Fleisher and Bruce Jones join Conan legend John Buscema to drive the barbarian''s black-and-white adventures in savage new directions! To topple a decadent royal, Conan must brave a moat of blood filled with gruesome monsters. The barbarian survives a ship capsizing in storm-tossed seas, only to awaken on the shores of an island filled with beautiful but deadly tiger-riding women warriors! Then, sadistic King Razak lures Conan into a death-filled maze. Writer Roy Thomas returns for a locked-door mystery set at sea, with Conan playing the sleuth. Plus, comic art master Alex Toth delivers a stunning Conan art portfolio. This volume also brings back fan-favorite characters like Jenna and Murilo to the supporting cast.This volume sees classic stories such as ?Plunder of Death Island?, ?Dwellers in the Depths?, ?The Sea of No Return? and ?Lurker in the Labyrinth? giving full reign to the savagery of Conan. Featuring the usual assortment of superb pin up art by some true greats of the comic book form. This book also features a section of rarely seen bonus material!Collecting: Savage Sword of Conan (1974) #61-72

V ?dalším díle klasické ságy Conan s B?lit brázdí hyborejské oceány a prochází pralesy. Mistři vyprávění, scenárista Roy Thomas a kreslíř John Buscema, vedou barbara s pirátskou královnou do džungle, kde se střetnou s pánem lvů Amrou. V další povídce se Conan pro změnu setká s Rudou Sonjou, či dokonce s legendárním králem Kullem – dalšími Howardovými světoznámými postavami. Svazek obsahuje rovněž barevné verze původně černobílých povídek Jima Starlina a Johna Buscemy, adaptaci vůbec první povídky o Conanovi „Meč s fénixem“ a též vzácnou povídku „Plíživec v mlhách“.

The greatest hero in sword-and-sorcery history. This is the legend of Conan!Conan returns for another massive Omnibus collection! The barbarian wields his savage sword against a massive winged monster that guards a tower holding a weather-controlling gem - then finds himself surrounded by an army of Picts with their own witch-doctor protector! In THE TREASURE OF TRANICOS, Conan matches wits with a band of pirates who''d rather kill each other than share any of the loot - all while the wicked Thoth-Amon stalks them from the shadows. And the four-part epic CONAN THE LIBERATOR sees Conan realize his destiny as he raises an army to overthrow the mad king Numedides! Featuring the stories by Roy Thomas with stunning art by John Buscema, Gil Kane and more!

Přichází jeden z nejpodmanivějších párů komiksové historie: Conan a Královna Černého pobřeží! Nejprve se však Cimeřan spolčí s Rudou Sonjou, a to v jedné z nejlepších povídek od scenáristy Roye Thomase a výtvarníka Johna Buscemy. Poté si Conan během putování Západem poslechne „Laza-Lantiho osudovou píseň“, střetne se s děsivým mnohokamenným mužem a též zavzpomíná na mládí v Cimerii! Následuje setkání s vlčí ženou Lupalinou a audience u strašlivého vladaře Unose! Conan přibírá na cesty své přátele Jusefa a Taru a ocitá se tváří v tvář svému největšímu soupeři: sobě samému! A na samý závěr se poprvé dozvíme vše o původu Belit, královny pirátů, jež se má stát Conanovou družkou v lásce i v boji. Tato kniha není součástí žádné z Kolosálních knih.

Pokračování původní komiksové řady nakladatelství Marvel představuje legendární příběhy psané scenáristou Royem Thomasem ve výtvarném pojetí Barryho Windsora-Smithe, Gila Kanea a Johna Buscemy. Conanovy kroky se v nich zkříží s kultovním hrdinou Michaela Moorcocka, Elrikem z Melniboné, a s jeho duše požírajícím mečem Bouřavou; získá nového spojence v silném Fafnirovi, s nímž brázdí Vilajetské moře, a přidá se k žoldákům při obléhání města... Užijte si ságu plnou dobrodružství, intrik i odvrácené strany války. V publikaci najdete rovněž adaptaci Howardovy klasické povídky „Dcera Pána mrazu“ a příběh, v němž se poprvé představí první komiksové ztvárnění Rudé Sonji!

Roy Thomas tentokrát při snaze vytvořit z Barbara Conana jeden z neproslulejších komiksů všech dob spojil síly s výtvarníkem Johnem Buscemou! Conan pokračuje v cestách po hyborejských zemích, a dokonce vstupuje do armády svého někdejšího nepřítele, krále Yezdigerda. Osud ho zavane do stygijského močálu, kúšské a zembabwejské džungle i do kitajské říše a všude ho čekají střety s netvory, démony a krvežíznivými válečníky! Roy Thomas tentokrát zpracoval některé z klasických povídek, jako např. „Krev Belšazarovu“, a stvořil rovněž i zbrusu nové příběhy, kupříkladu čtenáři velmi oblíbený „Stín v hrobce“. V sešitu „Prokletí zlaté lebky“ se objevuje jako hostující výtvarník Neal Adams, takže na Conanovo spojenectví s Jumou proti zlému čaroději Rotatovi se můžete těšit v jeho pojetí!

The story of the most inspired comic book promotional campaign of all time, collected here for the first time In 1974, Marvel Comics publisher Stan Lee devised an ingenious promotional campaign-Marvel Value Stamps, which appeared on the letters pages of their monthly comics. Readers could cut out all 100 of these Super Hero and Super Villain stamps and place them in a special mail-order booklet. Once complete, these stamp books could then be redeemed for special discounts and exclusive merchandise. The program was so successful, a second set was released in 1975. And now, for the first time, these original stamp books, stamps, and all of the surrounding ephemera and source material are collected into one must-have volume for collectors and fans, along with text from Marvel Comics former editor in chief and historian Roy Thomas.

Conan wasn't the only Robert E. Howard sword and sorcery icon to be adapted to Marvel Comics! Following Conan's breakout success, Roy Thomas set his sights on Howard's legendary barbarian king of Valusia: Kull! Marie and John Severin contributed what many consider the creative highlight of their careers, in tales that showed how uneasy hung the crown on the head of Kull -- especially when confronting wicked sorcerer Thulsa Doom! The art of Mike Ploog also features heavily, along with contributions from some of the era's top talents...including Kull's first appearance, drawn by comics legend Bernie Wrightson! COLLECTING: Kull the Conqueror (1971) 1-10, Kull the Destroyer (1973) 11-29, Creatures on the Loose (1970) 10, Monsters on the Prowl (1971) 16; material from Kull and the Barbarians (1975) 1-3, Savage Sword of Conan (1974) 9, Conan the Barbarian (1970) 10, Conan the Barbarian Annual (1973) 3, FOOM (1973) 14

Hulk takes a trip to Counter-Earth where he confronts his most-hated enemy--Bruce Banner! Add in the Rhino and the Abomination and the action and drama can't be contained. Then, he heads north to Canada where the X-Men's Mimic returns and the Wendigo makes his first appearance. The drama continues when Betty Ross is mutated into the Harpy. Next, the Green Goliath sets out on a path of revenge against a murderer's row of earth-shaking enemies including Juggernaut, Cobalt Man and a return encounter with Rhino and Abomination. Finally, Hulk lands in Attilan, where the Inhumans are forced to launch Hulk into deep space to prevent the destruction of Attilan. He'll land on Counter-Earth, where a saga with the messianic Adam Warlock awaits! COLLECTING: Incredible Hulk (1968) 157-178; material from FOOM (1973) 1-2