In the dark years following the war with the Covenant, the Spartans of UNSC Infinity represent humanity’s best hope against a growing tide of enemies that imperil all they have tirelessly worked to recover.Led by Commander Palmer, these super-soldiers are unparalleled warriors, but it will take more than raw combat skill and dogged bravery to keep humankind safe from the danger that approaches on all sides.From the rise of Spartan Commander Sarah Palmer aboard the flagship Infinity to the UNSC’s extraordinary efforts to stop the machinations of Jul ‘Mdama and the Covenant, this stunning collection contains Halo: Initiation #1–3 and Halo: Escalation #1–24 and features scripts crafted by writers on Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians. A must have for any fan of Halo!

INTRODUCING A BRAND-NEW JOE! G.I. Joe is the best of the best. But that’s not good enough for Hawk. Enter Special Agent HELIX: a deadly young woman who may well define the future of G.I. Joe’s combat operations—if Duke can keep her alive long enough. This special tale ties in with the new G.I. JOE videogame

Once upon a time, Carol Danvers was a novelist. This morning, at the New York Public Library, a child with the ability to turn anything he imagines into reality has begun to read Carol’s sci-fi epic “ Binary,” based loosely on her own life amongst the stars. Within minutes, the library is overrun with visions from Carol’s book and soon all of New York City is threatened! Brian Reed ( Ms. Marvel, New Avengers: Illuminati) and Giuseppe Camuncoli ( Captain Atom: Armageddon) team up for this one-shot special guest-starring Simon “Wonder Man” Williams and re-introducing one of Ms. Marvel’s oldest threats!...

Spider-Man 2009 Spider-Man 2099 = A new era for a new hero! In this special TIMESTORM one-shot, witness the birth of the future's Spider-Man -- assuming Peter Parker, the current Spider-Man, doesn't knock some sense into him first!

Meet the all-new, all-futuristic X-Men! Ninety years from now there are no mutants...or are there? In the Hulk-ruled wastelands of 2099, Wolverine investigates whether a small band of survivors are getting by on more than just their smarts. Is there a new generation of the Children of the Atom forming?

It's Marvel Pirate Mania as the Storyteller returns! Gavin is a young man with the ability to reshape the world in his image, but when he crosses paths with Ms. Marvel once more, dark secrets are revealed, and Gavin's life takes a dark turn. Brian Reed (SECRET INVASION: FRONT LINE) and Giuseppe Cammuncoli bring you a tale where anything can happen... and does!

G.I. JOE thinks they've won the day, and stopped the rise of Cobra... but their battle is just beginning! Scarlett and Snake Eyes are dispatched to investigate a disturbance at a Chinese weapons facility-and come face to face with the first stages of Cobra's latest and most deadly plan.

BRIAN REED, writer of the mega-hit Marvel Comics series NEW AVENGERS: ILLUMINATI and top seller MS. MARVEL, joins forces with red-hot artistic newcomer IAN HOSFELD (ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN video game) to bring you pulse-pounding adventures in the world of international espionage! 'THE GOLIATH TRAP,' part one A stringer for MI6 has stumbled into a continent spanning battle between the deadly mercenary group, 'The Circle,' and a rogue CIA assassin hell bent on revenge. The prize: a stolen nuclear missile train!

In the HOUSE OF M universe, Carol Danvers glimpsed the full potential of her life. Now, with renewed focus, she embarks on a bid to become the best she can be! With support from friends like Captain America and Jessica Jones, Carol - as Ms. Marvel - is determined to become the world's greatest hero. And stopping an alien invasion that could end life on Earth is a good start! But when a super hero civil war erupts, whose side will Carol be on? She's joined by fellow Avengers Wonder Man and Julia "Arachne" Carpenter, but what is their mission - and is everyone truly on the same team? When the dust settles, a crossroads is reached, and a decision must be made that will change the course of Carol Danvers' life! Collecting GIANT-SIZE MS. MARVEL #1, MS. MARVEL (2006) #1-17 and MS. MARVEL SPECIAL #1.

We all remember when the Scarlet Witch uttered the three words that would change the landscape of the Marvel Universe: "No More Mutants!" But what if she said something different? And what of the consequences...? In a world without great power, who bears the burden of responsibility? Who will stand up to an enemy who fills the vacuum of power and whose hatred is unparalleled? What if Scarlet Witch had ended the HOUSE OF M by saying "NO MORE POWERS"?

You NEVER ask a woman her age... especially when she can bench press tractor trailers! But She-Hulk's big secret is out, because Marvel's celebrating 30 years of the jade giantess and you're invited to the party! Join acclaimed Shulkie scribe Peter David for an anniversary tale unlike any other! And if you're still feeling savage, writer Brian Reed and artist Iban Coello are hosting an after party in honor of the buff bombshell and her most fabulous friends!

New York is full of Skrulls and Spider-Man where the heck is Spider-Man, anyway? Now, Jackpot must pick up Spidey's slack and go toe-to-toe with Super-Skrulls--including one that might just be Spidey himself!

Peter Parker may be short on luck but his life sure isn't short on beautiful, intelligent women and here, Marvel is proud to present three all-new tales of Spider-Man’s greatest loves. First, Spider-Man finally strikes it rich thanks to the help of the beautiful Black Cat and superstar creators Chris Yost and Michael Ryan. But it’s one payday he may live to regret. Then, Webhead stalwart Fred Van Lente teams with rising star Javier Rodriguez to take you back to a chance meeting between Carlie Cooper and Gwen Stacy--and how it changed their lives forever. Finally, legendary Amazing Spider-Man writer Roger Stern checks in on Mary Jane Watson. How is Peter's ex coping in a Spider-Man world?

2009...meets 2099? Future history has been shattered by events in the present! In 2099 - Washington, D.C. overrun by Hulks! New York City controlled by massive corporations that know your every thought and desire! A man from 2099 in the present day, killing our heroes!

Featuring two connecting pieces of cover art by red-hot artist Michael Turner, a stellar script from Mercenaries writer Brian (Ms. Marvel, Red Sonja) Reed and art from Dynamite up-n-comer Edgar Salazar, MERCENARIES #1 puts you into the middle of the Mercenaries next adventure.

Halo - one of the most iconic video game franchises in history - comes to Dark Horse! Before she was a supersolider defending humanity as part of the Spartan-IV program, Sarah Palmer was an ODST - Orbital Drop Shock Trooper - carrying out the most dangerous missions behind enemy lines! Join her on her dramatic journey from the ranks of humanity's toughest leathernecks to the highest echelon of elite warriors in the galaxy.

The intriguing secret history of Jessica Drew and her journey from child experiment to Hydra agent, to S.H.I.E.L.D. agent, to super hero, to private eye, to Avenger!

Doctor Strange, Black Bolt, Charles Xavier, Reed Richards, Namor the Sub-Mariner and Tony Stark. These six men have worked together to shape the super human world. How and what they have done together has remained a mystery...

All this and an alien invasion that could mean the end of life on Earth, is tucked inside a cover by Eisner Award-nominated Frank Cho!After many years as a super hero, Carol has come to the realization that she should be doing more with her life. She could be more than just another hero, she could be the best of the best.

Two young X-Men decide it's time to don "real" super hero uniforms and fight crime around the bay area. Plus, Batroc versus Fantomex!