February will be very good for comic book fans. Egmont will release a total of over 20 titles this month. Among them there will be, among others stories with Spider-Man, Batman, Conan and Hellboy.
The premieres have been scheduled for three dates. The first items are available for sale from February 11th and 14th. The last part of the news will appear on the 26th. The full list of premieres with covers can be found below.
Premiere on February 11, 2020.
Europe boards. Negalyod
Screenplay: Vincent Perriot
Drawings by Vincent Perriot
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
A science fiction adventure story set in a desert world full of dinosaurs and flying vehicles! On a planet that has undergone an extreme greenhouse effect, most people live in overhead cities, and only a few nomads live in vast deserts. To maintain order in this ravaged world, dictatorial power is exercised by an artificial intelligence-led army called the Web. All manifestations of rebellion are bloodily suppressed, and selected dissidents are transported to the mysterious Network Center. Coming from the people of the desert, the young man decides to reach the main city “on the mountain”. He is driven by ordinary revenge, so even he himself does not think that his little private war will initiate great changes on the entire planet … Vincent Perriot, born in 1984, is a French author of comics such as “DOG” or “Paci”, as well as a cartoonist for the series “Taïga rouge” and “Belleville story” (both scenes by Arnaud Malherbe). In the first decade of the 21st century, he won several awards for young artists, including two awards from the Angoulême Festival.
Hellboy: Tales, Volume 8
Written by Mike Mignola and Gary Gianni
Rysunki: Mike Mignola, Gabriel Bá, Richard Corben, Duncan Fegredo, Gary Gianni, Mick McMahon, Fábio Moon
Translation: Tomasz Sidorkiewicz
Previously unpublished stories from different stages of Hellboy’s life in Poland. Little Hellboy sneaks out of the BBPO headquarters to … smoke a cigarette, but he finds a very unusual circus that will take him to a world on the border of reality and dream. Already an adult Hellboy traveled to Mexico in 1956. The five-month stay in this country is shrouded in mystery, and the Infernal Boy himself does not remember much about those days. It is known, however, that there he met an Aztec mummy, a coffin maker and the living dead, and even … got married. Finally, Hellboy finds himself on a ship where he is imprisoned by a demonic captain who would like to sell him to a circus, and a mysterious woman searching for the legendary snake.
Lonesome. Frontier Rogues, Volume 2
Written by Yves Swolfs
Drawings by Yves Swolfs
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
The second part of the latest series from the famous comic book creator Yves Swolfs! Winter of 1861. Markham’s gang of self-proclaimed preacher murders opponents of slavery in Kansas, and murdering supporters of the system in neighboring Missouri. The pastor’s actions are only seemingly illogical, because the boss of criminals carries out a ruthless plan of high-ranking people who have far-reaching political goals. Markham is still chasing Lonesome, hoping to settle accounts with him from years ago. What does a lone tracker have in common with a bloody criminal? Will great politics and private revenge prove to be linked? The series was written and illustrated by the Belgian comic book master Swolfs, the author of such well-known series as “The Prince of the Night” or “The Legend”, also appreciated in Poland.
DC Rebirth. Batman – Detective Comics – Two Faces of Two-Face Vol 9
Written by James Robinson
Drawings: Stephen Segovia, Carmine Di Giandomenico
Translation: Tomasz Sidorkiewicz
The ninth and last volume of “Batman – Detective Comics” as part of the DC Rebirth publishing line. Once upon a time, Harvey Dent was the best man in Gotham. Now it is one of the worst. The criminal known as Two-Face, Harvey’s devilish personality, painfully reminds him that he formerly served the city as the district attorney… and was a close friend and ally of Batman and Jim Gordon. When a crime wave breaks out in the city and members of a sinister terrorist organization appear in the streets, the Dark Knight must work with Two-Face to bring order to Gotham City. For Harvey, this is a chance to end a lawsuit that he hasn’t been able to get to the end… as long as he keeps his dark personality under control. If he succeeds, his unusual collaboration with Batman may pay off and mark a turning point in his tragic life. However, when the balance between good and evil is decided by the toss of a coin, anything can happen. Some of the scars are deep, but the conspiracy that Batman, Gordon and Two-Face discover goes even deeper. Legendary comic book writer James Robinson joins cartoonists Stephen Segovia and Carmine Di Giandomenico in Batman – Detective Comics: Two Faces of Two-Face. This is an exciting adventure that will allow the Dark Knight to explore the psyche of one of his most fascinating opponents. Legendary comic book writer James Robinson joins cartoonists Stephen Segovia and Carmine Di Giandomenico in Batman – Detective Comics: Two Faces of Two-Face. This is an exciting adventure that will allow the Dark Knight to explore the psyche of one of his most fascinating opponents. Legendary comic book writer James Robinson joins cartoonists Stephen Segovia and Carmine Di Giandomenico in Batman – Detective Comics: Two Faces of Two-Face. This is an exciting adventure that will allow the Dark Knight to explore the psyche of one of his most fascinating opponents.
DC Rebirth. The Flash – War of the Flashs Vol 8
Written by Joshua Williamson
Drawings: Howard Porter and others
Translation: Tomasz Kłoszewski
The eighth volume of Flash adventures as part of the DC Rebirth publishing line. The events initiated by Wally West’s return culminate in this volume, and the confrontation of the greatest sprinters of the 21st century leads to unforeseen consequences. Wally West joined Barry Allen and the other Wally West (aka Kid Flash). Together, they protect Keystone City from threats. When Wally learns the facts of his past life Barry was hiding from him, she decides to violate the principles of the power of speed and, without regard for the cost, take back what he lost! Now Barry, Kid Flash and the Justice League must stop him. A fight will erupt with your favorite heroes and worst criminals from the DC universe!
Minecraft, volume 1
Screenplay: Sfé R. Monster
Drawings: Sarah Graley
Translation: Anna Hikiert-Bereza
A comic book for fans of Minecraft. Tyler is a boy like many, but his life changes when he and his family move to a new city. Fortunately, he has a group of trusted friends who are always waiting for him in the Minecraft world! They experience countless adventures in the Base World with Evan, Candace, Tobi and Grace. This time, they decide to test their strength in the final challenge of … facing the terrible Dragon of the End! The script was written by Sfé R. Monster (“Eth’s Skin”), and the drawings were prepared by Sarah Graley (“Glitch”, “Donut the Destroyer”).
Kamila and Horses. Ocean’s Love, Vol 1
Screenplay: Lili Mésange
Rysunki: Stefano Turconi
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
A humorous story not only for horse lovers, but for all children and adults! Kamila is ten years old and is still looking for a hobby that she could pursue. He walks by the new riding club every day, but thinks the horses are dangerous. It is only by chance that the girl becomes in possession of the annual membership card of the club … Will she overcome her fear to the great animals? Will he meet any nice horses? Does riding in the saddle require sacrifice? You will learn all this by reading stories about Kamila and unusual mounts! The series’ writer is the French author of texts for many series, hiding under the pseudonym Lili Mésange, mainly humorous and adventure (including “Robin Hood”, “Alienor”, “Lola Bogota”), and the Italian artist Stefano Turconi is responsible for the drawings,
Sisters. I swear I really do! vol 14
Screenplay by Christophe Cazenove, William Maury
Drawings: William Maury
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
The fourteenth volume of a humorous series about the adventures of two sisters: a teenage Wendy and a few years younger Marine. Marine is an incorrect liar. Regardless of whether he tells his friends about butterflies, or his dad about his grades, or his mother about who broke the glass table top – he always makes up stories. He can’t help himself. Soon she will have a nose like Pinocchio … Worse, she and her sister claim that their parents taught them to cheat! The authors of the stories about the two sisters are screenwriter Christophe Cazenove (co-creator of almost forty humorous series for children and adults) and cartoonist William Maury, who, apart from illustrating “Sisters”, is also coloring the boards of several other series.
Lucky Luke. Rodeo, tom 2
Screenplay: Morris
Drawings by Morris
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
The second part of the adventures of Lucky Luke – the legendary cowboy of the Wild West! Luke never misses the rodeo, so when he ends up in the town where the horse dressage and lasso calf competitions are held, he immediately volunteers. However, this time a difficult task awaits him, because his opponent is a rodeo champion who likes to play dishonestly! Later, the Lone Cowboy visits Desperado City, a city overrun by the Pistol brothers – great shooters and clever villains. In the third story, Lucky Luke makes an innocent joke to a certain gold digger, which causes a great deal of confusion … The series “Lucky Luke” was invented by an excellent French screenwriter and cartoonist Morris (born Maurice de Bevere, 1923-2001), who later invited a famous writer to cooperate René Goscinny (1926–1977).
Lucky Luke. Bridge over the Mississippi, Volume 63
Scenariusz: Xavier Fauche, Jean Léturgie
Drawings by Morris
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
One of the funniest stories about the legendary hero of the Wild West! Lucky Luke is asked to help erect an extremely important structure – the first bridge over the wide Mississippi River, the rushing waters of which obstruct communication between the eastern and western parts of the United States. The Lonely Cowboy does not know about building bridges, but is a specialist in dealing with criminals, and it soon turns out that they are the main obstacle to the implementation of the project commissioned by the American government … The “Lucky Luke” series was created by two legends of the Francophone comic book market : the writer René Goscinny (1926–1977) and the cartoonist Morris (born Maurice de Bevere, 1923–2001).
The Smurfs Comic. The Chief Smurf, Vol 2
Screenplay: Peyo, Yvan Delporte
Drawings: Peyo
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
The second album of the best-selling series about the famous blue gnomes! The volume contains two stories: “The Chief Smurf” and “Smurfsymphony”. It happens with the Smurfs that when Papa Smurf is not in the village, his little charges are unbearably playing … This time they start arguing which of them should be the leader in the absence of a wise wizard. They decide to hold elections. A clever Smurf promises the other blue elves that he will fulfill all their wishes if they choose him as village chief! Will someone like that prove to be a good warden or a tyrant? And can loyalty be obtained by handing out orders and additional portions of smurfs? The Smurfs were invented by Belgian screenwriter and graphic artist Pierre Culliford (1928–1992), using the pseudonym Peyo. Currently, the authors of the series are Peyo’s successors, including his son Thierry.
Premiere on February 14, 2020.
Star Wars Comics – Mutiny on Kalamara, No. 1/2020
Written by Kieron Gilen
Drawings by Salvador Larocca
Translation: Jacek Drewnowski
A series of books for comic book lovers and fans of the Star Wars world. Every two months, up to 148 pages of the latest Star Wars comics, published since 2015 by the Marvel Comics publishing house. Each volume presents closed picture stories, created by the best scriptwriters and cartoonists. All of the comics in the magazine belong to the current canon of the Star Wars universe and enrich the history of a distant galaxy with new adventures of heroes and villains, both from the original trilogy about the struggles of the Rebellion with the Empire and from new movies about the Resistance’s struggle with the First Order. The axis of the comic book published in the first volume of the series in 2020 is the water planet Kalamar, as in volume 6. The story of “Mutiny on Kalamara” takes place several years later, during the heyday of the Rebel Alliance. Princess Leia wants to persuade the Calamari leaders to join him. The planet’s king, Lee-Char, however, is still in the imperial prison. Will the Kalamarians, despite their tragic experiences from years ago, resist the Empire again?
Premiere on February 26, 2020.
Spy, tom 1
Written by Ed Brubaker
Drawings: Sean Phillips, Colin Wilson
Translation: Tomasz Kłoszewski
The first volume of one of the best American comic series, in which elements of a black detective story and a spy thriller intertwine. The title sleepyhead is a secret agent of Holden Carver. A posthuman endowed with extraordinary powers. With just one touch, he can make any combat injuries transferred to the opponent, he does not feel pain, and his body heals instantly. Carver, on the orders of his boss John Lynch, penetrates the ranks of the criminal organization led by the criminal Mao. By the time Sleepyhead completes his mission, his supervisor falls into a coma, and Carver has no choice but to become a double agent. If he wants to survive, he must reconcile the performance of the original task with loyalty to the investigated group. The album is the work of Eisner Award winners: screenwriter Ed Brubaker (“Gotham Central”, “Batman”) and cartoonist Sean Phillips (“Fatale”, “Criminal”). Adult comic.
Masters of Comics. Western
Screenplay by Jean Van Hamme
Drawings: Grzegorz Rosiński
Translation: Ksenia Chamerska
On July 18, 1868, Ambrosius Van Deer, after a long search, found his fourteen-year-old nephew Eddie. The boy stayed with the Sioux for ten years, the day the Indians murdered his parents and brothers. Neither my uncle, the greatest cattle farmer in the Wild West, nor my nephew expected that this family reunion would end in a real tragedy. And it will change their lives forever … This is the beginning of “Western” – an album by the masters of comics – Grzegorz Rosiński and Jean Van Hamme. The originator of the project was Grzegorz Rosiński: “One day I suggested to Jean Van Hamme to repeat the experience of“ Szninkiel ”and create an album that would allow us to break away from the world of Thorgal for a moment. I offered him three topics that I had never drawn before: an erotic story, a story about pirates and a western … ”It turned out that Van Hamme had dreamed of writing a Western script for many years. Concentrating on portraying the fate of white settlers, Van Hamme retained most of the elements found in classic westerns. So there is a lonely trapper, a corrupt sheriff, a gang of Bass brothers who the whole neighborhood trembles before, a beautiful ranch owner, a tragic love, and the main character, although he does not have one hand, is an incomparable shooter. However, “Western”, unlike the movie classics, does not retain the traditional division into good and bad, and does not glorify Hollywood virtues. Like in Greek mythology, Van Hamme’s heroes unsuccessfully try to escape from their destiny and thus get into more and more trouble. This extraordinary story was illustrated in an original way by Rosiński. The colors of the boards are kept in sand, so the drawings bring to mind old photographs. The only elements that enliven some of the boards are intense red stains of blood, which, by the way, are pouring quite abundantly in this comic book.
OKP Dolores. The Path of New Pioneers, Volume 1
Scenariusz: Didier Tarquin, Lyse Tarquin
Rysunki: Didier Tarquin, Lyse Tarquin
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
The first volume of a space opera about the crazy adventures of a former nun and the owner of a legendary pirate ship. Mona’s orphan was raised by the sisters of the New Pioneers Church. On her eighteenth birthday, she leaves the monastery walls, equipped with a full purse and a bag that her father allegedly left her inherited. The godly girl quickly gets into serious trouble, and her only allies will be an elderly pilot and a taciturn creature in a mask, and her only home will be an infamous pirate ship. Mony will have to travel half the galaxy to discover the secret of her origin and learn the extraordinary secrets of the old wars. Humor and cosmic wonders are guaranteed! The creators of the series are Didier Tarquin and Lyse Tarquin, known to the Polish reader as authors of illustrations and colors for the famous tales of Lanfeust of Troy.
Birds of Prey. Secrets and murders
Screenplay: Gail Simone
Drawings by Ed Benes, Michael Golden, Joe Bennett and others
Translation: Marek Starosta
On the occasion of the premiere of the movie “Birds of Prey (and the fantastic emancipation of a certain Harley Quinn)”, we present a story that made the Birds of Prey become the focus of fans of the DC universe. The award-winning screenwriter Gail Simone on the pages of the album “Birds of the Night – Secrets and Murders” presents the tangled relationships and crazy adventures that have made Birds of the Night the most important group of superheroes! Faced with a difficult legal and ethical dilemma, the Birds of Prey must take pity on the would-be cheater, but an act of mercy will bring a certain Savant on their heads. This extortion expert and ex-superhero believes he can outsmart Oracle and defeat Black Canary in combat … and he is going to prove it! And when it seems that our heroines have mastered the situation, Black Canary will fly to Hong Kong to visit a sick man and find the most dangerous fighter in the DC universe – Lady Shiva! Shiva has a plan and is about to make Canary a life-changing offer.
Conan the Barbarian. Conan’s Life and Death, Book 1
Screenplay: Jason Aaron
Drawings: Mahmud Asrar, Gerardo Zaffino
Translation: Bartosz Czartoryski
The greatest hero of the Hyborian era returns! Conan’s life is full of adventures and duels. Nothing unusual! In times of peace, the brave Cimmerian feels like a lion in a cage and looks for opponents himself. This time, the Scarlet Witch wants to use the Barbarian to summon the dark Razazel. Will she succeed? In addition, Conan will fight the monstrous snakes, which is why he deserves the respect of the Picts. Circumstances will also force him to sail alone on a pirate ship whose hold is full of dead bodies. Will Conan come out of all these situations unscathed? The script is written by Jason Aaron (“Skalp”, “Punisher Max”), and the drawings were prepared by Mahmud Asrar (“Wolverine and X-Men”) and Gerardo Zaffino (“Karnak”, “Rumble”).
Era Conana. Bêlit, tom 1
Screenplay: Tini Howard
Drawings: Katarzyna Niemczyk, Scott Hanna
Translation: Bartosz Czartoryski
A story from the Conan universe. A story of Bêlit from before she met the legendary barbarian. Even as a child, Bêlit stood out among her peers. The monsters inhabiting the seas and oceans constantly summoned her, became her obsession. When her father, Admiral Atrahasis, dies in dramatic circumstances, Bêlit takes over one of his ships and claims to be the queen of the pirates. He gains fame by fighting monsters, but is also ruthless to people and requires absolute obedience from them. Today her name inspires fear, and the sight of the sails of the “Tigress” makes the rulers of mighty kingdom tremble. The author of the script is Tini Howard (“Excalibur”, “Thanos”), and the drawings were prepared by Katarzyna Niemczyk (“Mockingbird”) and Scott Hanna (“Amazing Spider-Man”).
Kaczgród – Carl Barks – The City of Golden Roofs and Other Stories from 1957-1958, Volume 7
Written by Carl Barks
Drawings: Carl Barks
Translation: Jacek Drewnowski, Marcin Mortka
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 are proud to admit to being inspired by Barks’ work – for example, Jeff Smith, author of the cult “Gnat”, considers him his role model, and Will Eisner called him “Andersen of comics”. Carl Barks’ “Kaczogród” is the long-awaited edition of this author’s Disney comics, from one-page gags to long plots, sometimes referring to history and mythology.
Marvel Classic. The War of Kings – Prelude
Written by Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning, Andy Schmidt, Christopher Yost
Drawings: Bong Dazo, Frazer Irving, Paco Diaz Luque, Paul Pelletier, Dustin Weaver
Translation: Tomasz Sidorkiewicz
Gabriel Summers, the mutant known as the Volcano, conquered the cosmic Shi’ar Empire, proclaimed himself emperor, and began a brutal expansion. The X-Men and the star pirates of Starjammers rebelled against him, but the fratricidal struggle for the throne will soon fade in the face of the threat that lurks in the galaxy’s darkness. Meanwhile, the royal house of Inhumans leads their people on a search for a new home on the other side of space. Their journey will surely attract the attention of Emperor Vulcan … Here is another chapter of the epic story started in the albums “X-Men: Murderous Genesis” and “Uncanny X-Men: The Rise and Fall of the Shi’ar Empire”. Its authors are Christopher Yost (co-writer of the scripts for the films “Thor: The Dark World” and “Thor: Ragnarok”), Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning (writers of the series “Annihilation” and “Guardians of the Galaxy”) and Andy Schmidt. The drawings were created by:
Marvel Classic. Deadpool Classic, tom 8
Written by Frank Tieri, Buddy Scalera
Drawings: Jim Calafiore, Georges Jeanty
Translation: Bartosz Czartoryski
Weapon X is back! The bosses of this shady organization have insisted on recruiting Deadpool, but the Mercenary of the Winder doesn’t want to play their secret agent. Unless they heal his face in return. Collaboration can cost him dearly, though, especially since Weapons X also has plans for Copycat, Wade’s ex-girlfriend. If this one breaks the contract, it will be over … Luckily he has enemies who will never let him die! The authors of this volume are screenwriters Frank Tieri (“Weapon X”, “Wolverine”) and Buddy Scalera (“Deadpool”), and cartoonists Jim Calafiore (“Exiles”) and Georges Jeanty.
Marvel Now 2.0, Ms Marvel – Damage Per Second Vol 7
Screenplay by G. Willow Wilson
Drawings by Mirka Andolfo, Francesco Gaston, Takeshi Miyazawa
Translation: Anna Tatarska
Though the superhero war is over, trouble has only just begun for Ms Marvel. Someone she thought was a friend from the game “World of Battlecraft” has discovered her true identity and tries to force her to commit crimes in exchange for keeping a secret. Kamala has a choice: she can succumb to the blackmailer and betray her ideals, or let her greatest secret and her friends’ secrets be exposed. He can also face the elusive internet troll … But how to do it in a world where one unlucky selfie can destroy a person’s life? The script of this volume was written by G. Willow Wilson (“Cairo”, “Air”, “A-Force”), and it was illustrated by Mirka Andolfo (“Against Nature”, “Sacro / Profano”), Francesco Gaston (“Bloodstrike”) and Takeshi Miyazawa (“Runaways”, “Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane”).
Marvel Now 2.0, Amazing Spider Man – The Global Web: Osborn’s Identity, Vol 6
Written by Dan Slott
Drawings: Stuart Immonen
Translation: Bartosz Czartoryski
Norman Osborn, Spider-Man’s staunch opponent, is back in the game! With the support of an entire army of goblins, Osborn has gained a prominent position in Symcaria, where anything Spider-Man does is read as an act of declaration of war. Will Spidey choose to go global in infamy to defeat her most dangerous enemy? What’s worse, Silver Sable also decides to spoil the Spider’s formation … The author of the script is Dan Slott (“She-Hulk”, “Mighty Avengers”), and the drawings were prepared by Stuart Immonen (“Ultimate Spider-Man”, “All-New X-Men” ).
Marvel Now 2.0, Old Man Logan – Old Fears, vol 5
Screenplay: Jeff Lemire
Drawings: Filipe Andrade, Andrea Sorrentino
Translation: Bartosz Czartoryski
Two stories about Old Man Logan – a stranger from a terrible future in which the villains defeated the superheroes. In the first Wolverine, he goes to Romania in search of his missing pupil, Jubilee, and forms an alliance with the Howling Rangers – the most terrifying team in the world. In the second, he goes to the rescue of friends who have happened to something bad at the space station, and at the same time goes back to the future from which he once escaped. How it’s possible? And will Logan get out of this nightmare before he goes insane? The script for this volume was written by Jeff Lemire – winner of the Eisner Prize, creator of the graphic novel “Gourmand”, the series “Black Hammer” as well as “All-New Hawkeye” and “Extraordinary X-Men”. Illustrations by Andrea Sorrentino (“All-New X-Men”, “Green Arrow”) and Filipe Andrade (“Secret Wars: The Siege”).
Investigations by Enola Holmes. The Case of Two Disappearances, Volume 1
Written by Serena Blasco
Drawings: Serena Blasco
Translation: Maria Mosiewicz
A story full of adventures, crime puzzles and codes for children and teenagers! Comic adaptation of a series of novels by Nancy Springer about the investigations of Enola Holmes, the younger sister of the famous detective Sherlock and a high official of the British government – Mycroft. Late 19th century, Victorian England. On Enola’s fourteenth birthday, her mother disappears, who has a reputation as an eccentric among the local residents. The teenager starts her search and simultaneously calls both brothers from London. Mycroft wants to send Enola to a salary for high-class maidens, but the emancipated girl is not going to let herself be ruled and takes her fate into her own hands … What will she do to remain independent from her brothers and at the same time find her mother? Before Enola, many dangers to overcome and secrets to be explained! The creator of the series is French cartoonist and screenwriter Serena Blasco. She debuted with illustrations for Lili Chantilly’s stories, but soon after focused on the series about Enoli, thanks to which she gained popularity and great recognition of readers.