Already today, most of the December comic book premieres from Egmont went on sale. Many superhero titles have appeared, but there are also other genres.
In addition to the titles that debuted today, two other items will go on sale. On December 13, the sixth issue of the Darth Vader story will premiere, while the fifth issue of Marvel Comics will appear on the nineteenth . You can find the full list of titles below.
Premiere on December 4, 2019.
Third Testament. Juliusz, volume 1
Screenplay: Alex Alice, Xavier Dorison
Drawings: Robin Recht, Thimothée Montaigne
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
The cumulative release of the new series, which is a prequel to the iconic Third Testament series ! In Juliuszthe origin of the manuscript containing the Word of God is explained. A sweeping alternative vision of history reveals the ancient roots of the Horde and the winding roads of successive covenants between God and his people. Thirty years have passed since the death of Christ. The new religion is gaining more and more followers. Commander Juliusz Publiusz Windeks returns to Rome after a victorious war expedition. He intends to change the face of the ossified empire, and to this end he wants to take advantage of the reluctance of the Romans to the growing power of Christians. Meanwhile, the powers of darkness, defeated in ancient times, seek to rebuild their might. In the ruins of a cursed city lost in the middle of the desert, a sleeping army of demon-people awaits its resurrector. The clash of supernatural powers is approaching, but mortals can also play an important role in this war.Star Castle ), based on the idea of Xavier Dorison ( Kriss de Valnor, Sanctuary ), this monumental story is a prequel to another series they wrote – the Third Testament .
Masters of Comics.
The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen – 20th Century
Screenplay: Alan Moore
Drawings: Kevin O’Neill
Translation: Paulina Braiter
The third volume of a sensational story about the most famous characters from old novels and adventure films, which, in the eyes of comic book master Alan Moore, have become superheroes with extraordinary powers! A trilogy that takes place over almost a hundred years. From the occult lounges and dark alleys of London in the early 20th century, to the psychedelic 1960s, to the modern reality of 2009, Mina Murray and her team face not only their opponents, but also a changing world. The series’ writer is the famous British creator Alan Moore, author of such bestsellers as: The Watchmen, Promethea, V for vendetta, Providence . The drawings are the work of the cycle artist Kevin O’Neill ( Nemesis the Warlock, Marshal Law), winners of numerous comic book honors, including two Eisner Awards.
Masters of Comics.
The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen – The Storm
Written by: Alan Moore
Drawings: Kevin O’Neill
Translated by Paulina Braiter
Another volume of amazing stories about the most famous characters from old novels and adventure films, which, in the eyes of comic book master Alan Moore, have become superheroes with extraordinary powers! Mrs. Night, the elderly head of the British MI5 agency, along with two friends from very old times – the converted vampire Mina Murray and the variable-sex Orlando – goes to a forgotten corner of Africa, to the ancient Aisha pond. They return from there rejuvenated and full of strength … They are followed by the new head of MI5, who has terrible plans for all supernatural creatures inhabiting Earth. Even he does not know, however, that the world is threatened with total destruction, with which his plot is a child’s play! Will the heroines and their allies – such as the new Captain Nemo – save the human planet? The series’ writer is the famous British creator Alan Moore, author of such bestsellers asRangers, Promethea, V for vendetta, Providence . The drawings are the work of the series’ permanent graphic designer, Kevin O’Neill ( Nemesis the Warlock, Marshal Law ), winner of many comic book awards, including two Eisner Awards.
Invincible, vol. 6
Script: Robert Kirkman
Drawings: Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker
Translated by: Agata Cieślak
The next cumulative volume of probably the best superhero comic book in the universe, which holds you in suspense even more than the previous ones and is filled to the brim with action. Powered by Angstrom Levy, the Invincible raid! Epochal duel with Conquest! Final preparations for the war with Viltrum! Brainpod invasion of Earth! There’s everything in this album – isn’t it too much for one teenage superhero? The volume consists of notebooks 60–70 and Invicible returns 1 .
Bloodborne, Death of a Dream, Volume 1
Script: Aleš Kot
Drawings: Piotr Kowalski
Translation: Piotr Czarnota
After awakening in a city struck by a filthy plague, where monstrous beasts lurk in the shadows and the streets are wet with the blood of the damned, the nameless Hunter embarks on a dangerous mission in search of the Pale Blood. Only thanks to it will he be able to break out of the never-ending Night of the Hunt! Discover the terrifying mysteries of Old Yharnam in a new comic series based on the best-selling computer game Bloodborne . The author of the comic book script is Aleš Kot, and the drawings were created by Piotr Kowalski ( Gail ).
Usagi Yojimbo Saga, Book 4
Script: Stan Sakai
Drawings: Stan Sakai
Translation: Jarosław Grzedowicz
A new release of the popular Usagi Yojimbo series . Over 600 pages of adventures of the amazing Ronin rabbit. The fourth volume collects stories published in the volumes: The Duel at the Temple of Kitanoji, Walking with Jotaro, and Fathers and Sons. By the end of the sixteenth century, Japan was shaken by numerous civil wars. In one of the battles, Miyamoto Usagi lost his sovereign, Mr. Mifune. From that day on, a lonely Ronin travels the country, looking for peace of mind, fighting for justice and perfecting his samurai skills. In this volume, Usagi will be the second in a duel between his former teacher Katsuichi and his rival, Nakamura Koji. He will also discover some facts about the invincible Koji, but he will not be able to reveal them, as he would have lost his honor. In addition, Usagi will have to face the terrible guild of Koroshi assassins, face the murderous Neko ninjas and hide from young Jotaro a secret that everyone seems to know. Usagi Yojimbo Saga seriesis a masterful comic book adaptation of samurai legends, published for over 30 years and translated into several dozen languages. The author of the script and drawings is Stan Sakai, and the new edition has been enriched with a colorful gallery of covers.
Marvel Classic.
Captain America – Red Scoundrel, volume 2
Screenplay: Ed Brubaker
Drawings: Steve Epting, Marcos Martin, Mike Perkins, Javier Pulido
Translation: Bartosz Czartoryski
Steve Rogers has continued to search since it was revealed that Bucky, his wartime partner, survived and became a Soviet agent against his will. The trail leads to the other side of the ocean, to London, where, by a strange coincidence, the Kronas corporation is preparing to open a new headquarters. What does her boss have in common with the Nazi villain Red Skull, Captain America’s greatest enemy? And what nightmares from World War II does it intend to evoke? Here is the second volume of a dark spy thriller with a screenplay by Ed Brubaker – the winner of the Eisner Award and the creator of the Daredevil series : Fearless !, Gotham Central and Immortal Iron Fist. The authors of the drawings are: Steve Epting ( Avengers, Velvet ), Marcos Martin (Doctor Strange: The Oath ), Mike Perkins ( Avengers ), and Javier Pulido ( Hawkeye ).
Marvel Now 2.0, Extraordinary X-Men – Inhumans
vs X-Men
Screenplay: Jeff Lemire
Drawings: Eric Koda, Victor Ibañez, Andrea Sorrentino
Translation: Maria Jaszczurowska
When it turns out that a cloud of terrigen is about to poison the environment all over the Earth, making the planet an uninhabitable place for mutants, the X-Men decide to take decisive steps against the Inhumans. However, not everyone is convinced of this decision. Are mutants threatened by internal conflict? Will Storm keep the leadership? And is fighting really the only solution? This is the conclusion to the full-blown X-Men story told in three volumes. It’s best to read them in order: Death X, Inhumans vs X-Men, Extraordinary X-Men: Inhumans vs X-Men. The script of Extraordinary X-Men: Inhumans vs. X-Men was written by Jeff Lemire ( Black Hammer, Gourmand, Old Man Logan ). The authors of the drawings are Eric Koda (Generation X ), Victor Ibañez ( Storm, Jean Gray ), and Andrea Sorrentino ( Old Man Logan, Green Arrow).
Marvel Now 2.0, Death X
Screenplay: Jeff Lemire, Charles Soule
Drawings: Javier Garrón, Aaron Kuder
Translation: Maria Jaszczurowska
Terrigen, Inhumans’ sacred substance that gives them life, is a deadly threat to mutants. Both races race against time to find a peaceful solution to this problem, but they may not make it on time, especially as Scott Summers and Emma Frost are already pursuing their own plan. Backed against the wall, they will stop at nothing to save their species … even from waging war on the most powerful beings on Earth. This is the beginning of the epic X-Men story told in three volumes. It’s best to read them in order: Death X, Inhumans vs X-Men, Extraordinary X-Men: Inhumans vs X-Men. Death Scenario X was written by Jeff Lemire ( Blackhammer, Gourmand, Old Man Logan ) and Charles Soule (Death of Wolverine, Thunderbolts ). The authors of the drawings are Javier Garrón ( Miles Morales: Spider-Man ) and Aaron Kuder ( Guardians of the Galaxy ).
Marvel Now 2.0, Inhumans vs. X-Men
Screenplay: Jeff Lemire, Charles Soule
Drawings: Javier Garrón, Kenneth Rocafort, Leinil Francis Yu
Translation: Maria Jaszczurowska
A cloud of terrigen circulates over the Earth – a substance that gives life to Inhumans, but takes it away from mutants. Both races have entered into a fragile truce to resolve the issue, but time is running out. In a moment, the X-Men will face a terrible choice: leave the planet … or destroy the saint for Inhumans terrigen. It can only mean one thing – war! This is the climax of the epic X-Men story told in three volumes. It’s best to read them in order: Death X, Inhumans vs X-Men, Extraordinary X-Men: Inhumans vs X-Men. Inhumans vs. X-Men script by Jeff Lemire ( Blackhammer, Gourmand, Old Man Logan ) and Charles Soule ( Death of Wolverine, Thunderbolts). The authors of the drawings are Javier Garrón ( Miles Morales: Spider-Man ) and Leinil Francis Yu ( Avengers, Secret Wars: Civil War ).
DC Deluxe. Batman – Crazy Love
Screenplay: Paul Dini
Drawings: Bruce Timm
Translation: Paulina Braiter, Marek Starosta
The craziest story about Batman and his enemies! Behold the world of the Dark Knight in disturbing tales of dangerous ladies, demons and deadly traps! Immerse yourself in a crazy vision, in which madness is mixed with terror, and the amazing Harley Quinn shows what true love means. But perhaps in this case we should rather talk about a bloody obsession. But let’s not forget that Harley is a psychiatrist by profession and her favorite patient was the laughing Gotham crime master! The authors of the album, Bruce Timm and Paul Dini, are a pair of genius creators behind the success of the Emmy Award-winning animated series Batman . Their first comic book together, Crazy Love,was well received by critics and received the 1994 Eisner and Harvey Awards for Best Closed Story. A year later, they were again honored with the Eisner Prize for the Batman Adventures Holiday Special comic .
DC
Superman Universe 1. Saga of Unity – Ghostland
Written by: Brian Michael Bendis
Drawings: Ivan Reis
Translation: Jakub Syty
The first volume of Superman’s adventures, written by superstar Brian Michael Bendis, continues the events featured in the Man of Steel miniseries . It is not easy for Superman to fight the endless battle against evil when two of his most beloved people – wife Lois and son Jonathan – roam the universe and cannot contact him. But Superman’s job is to keep the Earth safe, no matter what. Even under favorable circumstances, it is a great challenge, and after the entire planet has been mysteriously moved to the Ghost Zone, a dimension used by the Kryptonians to hold the most dangerous criminals, fending off an army of super villains could overwhelm Superman and the Justice League.Legendary creators Brian Michael Bendis ( The New Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man, Jessica Jones ) and Ivan Reis ( Justice League, Aquaman ) usher in an incredible new era in Man of Steel!
DC Rebirth.
Batman – Detective Comics – Outside, Volume 8
Screenplay: Bryan Hill, Michael Moreci
Drawings: Miguel Mendonça, Philippe Briones,
Diana Egea, Sebastian Fiumara
Translated by Tomasz Sidorkiewicz
The next volume of the Batman Detective Comics series as part of the DC Rebirth publishing line. The best superhero squad that has ever operated in Gotham City … ceased to exist for good. Batman, Batwoman, Red Robin, Orphan, Azrael, Batwing and all their allies fought to save the city from being destroyed by the monster they helped create. Now the Dark Knight team is disbanding to deal with the consequences of their actions. However, for young heroes like Cassandra Cain and Duke Thomas, the battle may be over, but the war is only just beginning. They don’t want to give up fighting criminals, even if they have to follow orders from someone other than Batman.Black Lightning was born for this role. Even Batman agrees that Jefferson Pierce, the teacher-turned superhero, is the perfect candidate for the leadership of the next team. However, Black Lightning and the Dark Knight are very different. Their ways of operating can lead to their charges fighting each other. Is Gotham City big enough for both of them? You’ll find out in Volume 8 of Detective Comics – Outside, written by Bryan Hill ( Post ) and drawn by Miguel Mendonca, Philippe Briones and Diana Egea.
DC Rebirth. Flash – The Perfect Storm, Volume 7
Script: Joshua Williamson
Drawings: Carmine Di Giandomenico, Carlos D’anda,
Dan Panosian, Christian Duce
Translation: Tomasz Kłoszewski
The seventh volume of Flash adventures as part of the DC Rebirth publishing line. Gorilla Grodd suffers from a deadly disease that can only be cured by the power of speed. Grodd, along with the Black Hole organization, Multiplex, Negative Flash, and Raijin, Lord of Thunderbolts, arrive in Central City to drain energy from all sprinters. A desperate gorilla uses Barry’s memories and wounds to destroy his psyche. The Fastest Man on Earth can only try to save the city and free Iris West, with whom he is slowly rebuilding his relationship. When Barry Allen loses the power of speed, the responsibility of facing Grodd and saving the inhabitants falls on the shoulders of Wally West and The Flash of China. When their efforts prove futile, Barry decides to take the risk to regain his power and turns to Godspeed for help.Excellent screenwriter Joshua Williamson and a team of fantastic cartoonists including Carmine Di Giandomenico, Carlos D’anda, Dan Panosian and Christian Duce present the next volume of Flash’s adventures.
DC Rebirth. Harley Quinn – Surprise, Volume 4
Screenplay: Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Conner
Drawings: John Timms
Translation: Paulina Braiter
The fourth volume of Harley Quinn adventures as part of the DC Rebirth publishing line. Harley is not afraid to face any challenge imaginable, but will she survive … her parents’ visit ?! Harley’s misfit gang must behave as best they can when the Quinzels arrive on Coney Island. Moreover, a whole bunch of crazy Harley friends are getting ready to celebrate Senior Sya Borgman’s birthday … but is there a greater mystery behind this meeting? Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner (script) and John Timms (drawings) are responsible for the album.
Polish artists draw DC Comics heroes
The most famous superheroes of the DC universe have visited Polish cities. Famous and respected Polish cartoonists were asked by the Egmont publishing house to create alternative covers for several regularly appearing series from the DC Comics world, such as: Batman Detective Comics , Superman Action Comics , Harley Quinn , Justice League , Flash
. The invitation to participate in the project was accepted by outstanding artists: Piotr Cieśliński, Zbigniew Kasprzak, Jakub Kijuc, Adam Kmiołek, Piotr Kowalski, Tomasz Larek, Katarzyna Niemczyk, Marek Oleksicki, Grzegorz Przyrawy, Marianna Strychowska, Przemysław Truściński. The works present different artistic styles and different visions of famous characters, but they all share a love for comics. Albums with alternative covers will be released from October 2019 to January 2020.
DC Rebirth. Harley Quinn – Surprise,
vol. 4 [Polish cover of Catwoman Kraków]
Screenplay: Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Conner
Drawings: John Timms
Translation: Paulina Braiter
Cover: Zbigniew Kasprzak
DC Rebirth. Harley Quinn – Surprise,
volume 4 [Polish cover of Ivy and Harley Warsaw]
Screenplay: Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Conner
Drawings: John Timms
Translation: Paulina Braiter
Cover: Adam Kmiołek
Sherlock Holmes Society. In nomine Dei, vol. 3
Screenplay: Sylvain Cordurié
Drawings: Alessandro Nespolino
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
The third part of a dark story about the fight between Sherlock Holmes and the organization responsible for the zombie epidemic in Keelodge. In the aftermath of a gang of Jack the Ripper imitators, Dr. Watson ends up in the hospital. In this situation, the famous detective can only count on the help of the unpredictable Edward Hyde, so he decides to cooperate with the Ministry of War. Mycroft Holmes is also beginning to understand that without the support of his genius brother, the state forces will not cope with the mysterious conspirators. Following the trail of another bloody trail, the brothers realize that Britain has never faced such a great domestic threat. Will the investigation finally bring the expected results and will the law enforcement officers find the traces of the people at the head of the poisoners’ organization?The Holmes stories are written by experienced French screenwriter Sylvain Cordurié, co-author of many fantasy and historical series. The illustrator of this volume of the series is the Italian Alessandro Nespolino, who attracted attention with the Italian comic book about Commissioner Ricciardi, and later created illustrations for Crime Alleys , one of the Sherlock stories with a Cordurian script.
Quantum Era, vol. 6
Script: Jeff Lemire
Drawings: Wilfredo Torres
Translation: Tomasz Sidorkiewicz
One hundred years after the events of the Black Hammer main series, a group of superheroes, inspired by the actions of the legendary heroes from Spiral City, must free the Earth and the entire galaxy from the tyrant’s rule. The young Martian is trying to find a way to recreate the Quantum League and find out what happened to the heroes of the 20th century. He embarks on an amazing journey to discover the surprising causes of the great catastrophe that shook the entire universe. He will meet characters that he would not expect to see in the distant future. The author of the script is Jeff Lemire ( Gourmand, Extraordinary X-Men ), and the drawings were created by Wilfred Torres ( Legion ).
Garfield. The Fat Cat Three-Pack, Volume 6
Screenplay: Jim Davis
Drawings: Jim Davis
Translation: Piotr W. Cholewa
The Garfield series of FAT CAT TRIPPACKS is a collection of comic strips collected in a new, colorful edition translated by Piotr W. Cholewa. Garfield has changed a little over the years, but one thing has remained the same: his gigantic appetite for food and sense of humor. A lot of crazy joy awaits you with an insatiable cat, because there is never enough fun.
Rick and Morty, vol.7
Script: Kyle Starks, Tini Howard, Pamela Ribon, Magdalene Visaggio
Drawings: CJ Cannon, Kyle Starks, Erica Hayes, Marc Ellerby
Translation: Jacek Drewnowski
A humorous science fiction comic based on the American animated television series of the same title, which was originally intended to be a parody of Back to the Future . Volume 7 follows the adventures of the degenerate genius Rick Sanchez, who drags his extremely shy grandson Morty Smith into dangerous adventures throughout the universe! Morty’s sister Summer meets a doomed romance! An alien insect killer named Michael buys a gun from Rick! In addition, there are dinosaurs running on comic boards! The comic, like the series, is full of references to classic pop culture works with an emphasis on fantasy and horror – from Doctor Who, Dark Zone, Jurassic Park and Star Trekto Inception, Nightmare on Elm Street or Star Wars.
Kaczgród.
Uncle Scrooge and Donald Duck – Son of the Sun, Volume 1
Written by Don Rosa
Drawings: Don Rosa
Translation: Jacek Drewnowski
A new collection of comics from Kaczgród. “Uncle Scrooge and Donald Duck – Son of the Sun” is the first volume of a series presenting comics by Don Rosa, considered the successor of Carl Barks and one of the most outstanding authors of stories set in the world of Disney Ducks from Kaczgród. Rosa is the author of epic stories from the series “The Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck”, depicting the fate of the richest duck in the world, who hatched in Scotland and then emigrated to the United States and multiplied his fortune in various parts of the world. The line by Don Rosa is unique and recognizable at first glance, but the realities of the presented world faithfully reflect the work of master Carl Barks. The collection proves that the outstanding output of Don Rosa goes well beyond the series on the history of Scrooge.
Kaczogród – Carl Barks – In the land of great
lakes and other stories from 1956-1957, vol. 6
Screenplay: Carl Barks
Drawings: Carl Barks
Translation: Jacek Drewnowski, Marcin Mortka
The volume “In the Land of the Great Lakes” contains comics by Carl Barks from the years 1956–1957. In the title story, Scrooge wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of a big city and meets extraordinary Indian liliputians. We can also read about Indians of standard height, and also completely modern, in the comic book “The Rainmaker”. In turn, “The Great River Race” is a story from McDuck’s youth, when the future financier was the captain of a steamboat on the Mississippi. This story was later referred to by Don Rosa in The Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck. In other comics from this volume, drakes take a virtual journey into space, discover the destiny of an unknown element, participate in a game show, create snow sculptures, look for the spirit of the mine, take care of various animals and experience other fantastic adventures.Carl Barks (1901–2000) is widely regarded as the greatest creator of comic books set in the Walt Disney universe, as well as a legend of the entire comic book medium. He is a master of the plot and comic narration. He invented many characters from Kaczgród, including Scrooge McDuck, Diodak, Brothers Be, Goguś, Granit Forsant and John Kwakerfeller, as well as numerous elements of this world – the city of Kaczgród and the Scrooge treasury. Many comic book creators proudly admit to being inspired by Barks’ work – for example, Jeff Smith, the author of the cult “Gnat”, considers him his role model, and Will Eisner called him “Andersen of comics”.
Fibi and the unicorn, volume 2
Script: Dana Simpson
Drawings: Dana Simpson
Translation: Mateusz Lis
The second part of a happy and wise story about a girl and her friend unicorn. The modest Fibi is not very popular in school, but that doesn’t stop her from having great adventures! Thanks to her acquaintance with the magician Marigold – a beautiful representative of the unicorn genus – her life is extraordinary, and the heroine begins to believe in herself more and more. Whether it’s getting ready for a grammar competition, auditioning for a school play, or competing with a sneaky friend Dakota, Fibi does not lose his cheerfulness. Reliable Marigold helps her in everything. What’s more, the wizarding creature meets the girl with other unicorns and takes her to a parallel land of his race …Dana Simpson gained worldwide fame with her series about Fibi, for which she received two important American awards for creativity for children. She is also the author of series intended primarily for adult readers: Ozzy and Millie, I Drew This and Raine Dog.
The Smurfs and the Girls Village. Kruk, vol 3
Script: Luc Parthoens, Thierry Culliford
Drawings: Alain Maury
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
Premiere on December 13, 2019.
Star Wars Comics
Star Wars – Darth Vader – Flaming Waters, No. 6/2019
Screenplay: Charles Soule
Drawings: Giuseppe Camuncoli
Translation: Jacek Drewnowski
Bimonthly for comic book lovers and Star Wars fans. Every two months, a thick volume with the latest “Star Wars” comics, published since 2015 by the Marvel Comics publishing house. Each issue presents closed comic stories. The final volume of 2019 will include two stories from the series “Darth Vader: The Dark Lord of the Sith”, set shortly after Anakin Skywalker’s transition to the dark side of the Force. The first one presents the beginnings of a rebellion against the newly formed Empire on the planet Kalamar. His suppression is assigned to Vader, the imperial inquisitors, and to Wilhuff Tarkin, the future Death Star Commander. The second, shorter comic tells the story of the conflict between Vader and Tarkin.
Premiere on December 19, 2019.
Marvel Komiks, nr 5/2019
Script: Tony Bedard, Paul Benjamin, Louise Simonson, Paul Tobin
Drawings: Jon Buran, Shannon Gallant, Matteo Lolli,
Roberto di Salvo, Juan Santacruz
Translation: Grzegorz Gołębski
A series for younger fans of superheroes, in which new adventures of Spider-Man, Hulk, Avengers and other well-known and liked heroes of Marvel appear every two months. There are as many as five closed stories on 112 pages, which were originally published by Marvel Comics in the Marvel Adventures series , created especially for the younger audience. In this tome, the thunderous god Thor fights the demons of ice and fire, Spider-Man visits the Florida swamps where the lizard man prowls, the Avengers have a conflict with the god of lies Loki, and Dr. Bruce Banner conducts a risky experiment that results in … even more Hulk!
