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Perfect for longtime fans and newcomers to the Grendel saga, these dark tales from multiple creative teams explore the violent, alarming future of the post-Orion Assante era. With over 400 pages of gripping narratives and stunning art, this omnibus volume features new cover art by Matt and Brennan Wagner and is reprinted for the first time in the standard comics size. Collects 'Devil Worship' the first Grendel Tales short story from Grendel #40, Four Devils, One Hell #1 to #6, Devil's Hammer #1 to #3, The Devil in Our Midst #1 to #5, and Devils and Deaths #1 to #2.

The first of two volumes reprinting the classic early issues of creator MATT WAGNER ''s epic fantasy trilogy. THE HERO DISCOVERED reveals the fledgling adventures of the reluctant everyman hero, Kevin Matchstick. After encountering a shaggy and beguiling wizard, Kevin soon discovers that he is more than he ever imagined. This seminal work has found an enduring popularity with readers for decades and marks creator MATT WAGNER ''s emergence as a powerful story-teller. With the release of the final part of the MAGE trilogy, this series will spark interest with new readers and older fans alike.

The second volume, reprinting the classic early issues in Book One of creator MATT WAGNER ''s epic fantasy trilogy, MAGE. Following the adventures that drew the reluctant everyman hero Kevin Matchstick into a world of magic and monsters, the tiny crew of heroes must continue on their quest without the aid and counsel of the World-Mage, Mirth. Only courage and sacrifice will guide Kevin towards his ultimate destiny and an ancient, mythic power that is his alone to command. This seminal work has found an enduring popularity with readers for decades and marks creator MATT WAGNER ''s emergence as a powerful storyteller.

The fifth of six volumes collecting MATT WAGNER''s epic, modern-day fantasy trilogy, MAGE: THE HERO DENIED is the long-awaited conclusion to the saga of the reborn Pendragon, Kevin Matchstick. Almost a decade has passed since the events of MAGE: THE HERO DEFINED, and the story finds our reluctant hero having abandoned his role. Now married to the witch Magda and father to two young children, Kevin strives to stay removed from the supernatural struggle that could threaten his family''s safety. Unfortunately, dark and familiar forces conspire to flush him out of hiding, forcing the Pendragon to summon the power that is his legacy and once again draw the mystic weapon Excalibur! Collects MAGE: THE HERO DENIED #0-8

The second half of Matt Wagner, Steven T. Seagle, and Guy Davis acclaimed DC/Vertigo series is collected in a massive Compendium collection! In the celebrated 1990s series Sandman Mystery Theatre, millionaire Wesley Dodds becomes the Sandman to fight injustice in 1930s New York City, going after kidnappers, blackmailers and predators who prey on rich socialites. This reinvention of the Golden Age Sandman character quickly drew praise from comics critics and fans, and lasted 70 issues, mostly from the team of writers Matt Wagner and Steven T. Seagle, and artist Guy Davis. This Compendium collections the second half of the series, following 2023 s Sandman Mystery Theatre Compendium One. In these stories, Wesley Dodds uncovers the origin of one of his oldest adversaries, unravels the mystery of a series of brutal murders amid the 1939 New York World's Fair, encounters a brash young pilot called Blackhawk, and more. Collects Sandman Mystery Theatre #37-70, and Vertigo: Winter's Edge #1-2.

Before Gotham knew the Joker, it feared the Monster Men. In this gripping reimagining of Batman s early years, the Dark Knight faces off against Hugo Strange and his grotesque creations genetically altered giants born from madness. Batman and the Monster Men blends noir suspense with horror, setting the stage for a young vigilante s evolution into legend. Batman and the Monster Men is a six-issue limited series written and illustrated by Matt Wagner, serving as the first installment of his Dark Moon Rising duology. Set shortly after Batman: Year One, the story introduces Hugo Strange as a twisted scientist conducting unethical experiments on Arkham Asylum patients, funded by mob boss Sal Maroni. As Batman investigates a string of brutal murders, he uncovers a conspiracy that tests his resolve, intellect, and physical limits. The book also reintroduces Julie Madison, Bruce Wayne s early love interest, adding emotional depth to the narrative.

Der Teufel, der in jedem steckt … Eddie wird als hochbegabtes Kind geboren. Schon früh ist er einer Welt entwachsen, die ihn entweder ignoriert oder piesackt, und nimmt nicht nur eine, sondern gleich zwei neue Identitäten an. In der Öffentlichkeit ist sein Name in aller Munde. In den höchsten Kreisen feiert man ihn als Hunter Rose, einen brillanten jungen Autor, doch das Grauen, das die Unterwelt erzittern lässt, flüstert einen anderen Namen: Grendel. Grendel, ein Assassine und kriminelles Genie, gleicht einer Naturgewalt. Er ist der rachsüchtige Geist, der eine scheinbar abgestumpfte und ihrer Lust an Gewalt überdrüssig gewordene Gesellschaft heimsucht. Der Auftakt zur Reihe des visionären Künstlers Matt Wagner, die bald als Netflix-Serienadaption erscheint. Dieser erste BEST OF GRENDEL-Band versammelt eine Auswahl an Geschichten aus dem Hunter Rose-Zyklus, der Grendels Entstehung und Vermächtnis nachzeichnet und ein wenig Licht in seine dunklen Hintergründe bringt. Ein teuflisches Vergnügen für Langzeit-Fans wie für erst kürzlich Begeisterte.