AUTHORITY (2009)

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning and Russell Utley Art by Simon Coleby and Ben Oliver Cover by Simon Coleby The British government reaches out to the Authority to help apprehend a powerful super-powered being who escaped confinement when the world ended. Can the team, minus their more powerful members, contain a threat of unimaginable power? Meanwhile, writer Russell Utley and artist Ben Oliver - the creative team behind the critically acclaimed miniseries Puncture - continue their backup story featuring the Daemonite villain known as Defile! On sale March 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning and Christos Gage Art by Simon Coleby and Ivan Reis & Livesay Cover by Simon Coleby The Authority find themselves in a battle for their lives against a being of immense power and they'll need a miracle to survive in one piece. Do they still have an ace up their sleeve? And one of the members of the team will be taking an incredible step toward recovery...but at what cost? Also, the conclusion of the highly anticipated STORMWATCH: TEAM ACHILLES backup story, by Christos Gage and fan-favorite artist Ivan Reis (GREEN LANTERN)! On sale April 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning and Christos Gage Art by Brandon Badeaux and Shawn Moll Cover by Simon Coleby When the world ended, the Authority and the rest of the population were caught unprepared and suffered the consequences. Find out what happened in those crucial moments following the destruction of Earth and how it affected the Authority...as well as Rendlesham! Also, the conclusion of the Team Seven backup! On sale May 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning and Christos Gage Art by Simon Coleby and Chris Sprouse & Karl Story Cover by Simon Coleby Apollo has been missing for weeks now, and the Midnighter and The Authority assume the worst. What's happened to their Sun God? And as the Carrier is slowly brought back to life, it's left the team with the unpleasant task of cleansing the lower decks of vermin. But what they find buried deep within could change their fortunes for good! On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Simon Coleby & Cliff Rathburn Cover by Simon Coleby The horrifying secret behind the Warhol Infection is finally revealed. And it just happens to coincide with Apollo's return to the Carrier! But it's not the reunion anyone was expecting! On sale July 1 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art and cover by Simon Coleby & Cliff Rathburn Kaizen Gamorra has become a scourge of World's End, possessing the bulk of the working technology on the planet. He hungers for more, however, and is willing to destroy any in his path to acquire it. He's set his sights on the Carrier - and The Authority have a fight on their hands they might not be able to win! On sale August 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Simon Coleby & Cliff Rathburn and Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder Cover by Simon Coleby Kaizen Gamorra's assault on the Carrier catches the team unawares - and completely unprepared! Can they hold off his overwhelming forces without a key member? Looks like they'll have to since the Midnighter left the team in an attempt to find a cure for Apollo...and his journey will have massive ramifications for World's End! On sale September 2 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Simon Coleby & Cliff Rathburn and Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder Cover by Simon Coleby The team is splintered following Kaizen Gamorra's surprise attack on the Carrier. Jack has been captured by Cybernary, and Swift and the Engineer are Lorenzo's 'guests' at Rendlesham. As the plundering of the Carrier begins, can anyone help in this most desperate hour? And where has Midnighter been? On sale October 7 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder and Simon Coleby & Cliff Rathburn Cover by Simon Coleby Following Kaizen Gamorra's successful surprise attack on the Carrier, the team regroups for a counterstrike. Can Swift, Jack and the Engineer overthrow an army of super beings? And the Midnighter makes an earth-shattering discovery in Northern England... On sale November 4 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning and Marc Bernardin & Adam Freeman Art by Simon Coleby and Al Barrionuevo Cover by Simon Coleby The Midnighter's quest to find a cure for the Warhol-infected Apollo has led him to the strangest confrontation imaginable - against a former member of The Authority! It's the startling conclusion to Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning and Simon Coleby's epic run, and it'll have mind-blowing consequences for the series! Also, the creative team taking the reins with issue #18 makes a cameo debut! On sale December 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by Marc Bernardin & Adam Freeman Art by Al Barrionuevo Cover by George Pérez A new chapter in The Authority begins as a bolt from the deepest reaches of space gives the Carrier a new lease on life. Now the heroes of the WildStorm Universe must decide whether they should abandon the seemingly hopeless Earth or stay behind and fight for its survival. Featuring a cover by superstar artist George Pérez (CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS, LEGION OF THREE WORLDS) that links with the cover of January's WILDCATS #19 to form one blockbuster image sporting the big guns of the WildStorm Universe! On sale January 6 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US "

"On sale February 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Written by Marc Bernardin & Adam Freeman • Art by Al Barrionuevo • Cover by Mark Bagley & Trevor Scott The rejuvenated Carrier has left Earth. Destination: Unknown. Who made it on board? Who got left behind? As Jack Hawksmoor and Christine Trelane battle for command of the Carrier, an all-new Authority - with Deathblow and Grifter running point - must deal with uncivilized chaos from within."

"Written by Marc Bernardin & Adam Freeman Art by Al Barrionuevo Cover by Marcus To & Sandra Hope With the Carrier streaking through space beyond their control, the newly configured Authority find themselves on Daemon's doorstep unable to defend themselves against both incoming hostiles and a growing rebellion from within. With Jack and Christine struggling for control, the team finds salvation in the most unexpected of places."

"Written by MARC BERNARDIN & ADAM FREEMAN • Art by AL BARRIONUEVO • Cover by WALTER SIMONSON Concern grows over the young boy known as River and the identity of his enigmatic benefactor is uncovered. Meanwhile, Grifter and Deathblow make a startling and deadly discovery while searching among the refugees - a trail of dead bodies reveals the presence of extremely unwelcome passengers aboard The Carrier."

"Written by TOM TAYLOR Art by MIKE MILLER Cover by PETE WOODS Acclaimed writer Tom Taylor (Star Wars: Invasion) takes the helm for a 4-issue arc. The Authority's journey through space on The Carrier's unknown mission continues. Their mysterious voyage takes an even more terrifying twist than anything they've experienced so far when they discover stowaways of the worst possible kind. Facing a hideous mutiny by overwhelming odds, only one person can possibly save them. But will this reluctant hero break his own vow and return to action?"

"Written by TOM TAYLOR • Art by MIKE S. MILLER • Cover by PHILIP TAN With the onboard rebellions subdued and attacks from the stowaways repelled, The Authority can once again focus on the nature of their voyage. Is the Carrier leading them to its home - or does it have some other, more sinister agenda? While passing through a vast graveyard of discarded spacecraft, the latest Century Baby detects a faint sign of life. The High goes off on a rescue mission, but what he brings back on board eclipses any danger they've faced so far."

"Written by TOM TAYLOR Art and cover by AL BARRIONUEVO Deep in space, The Authority wage battle on two fronts. Aboard The Carrier, the combined might of the entire team is barely enough to keep the possessed, reanimated Aegean in check. It's time for Hawksmoor to finally unleash his secret weapon, but will it be enough? Outside, against the vast entity known as Mondregon, even the immense Carrier is a mere speck. The High's comeback may prove to be short-lived, as he's about to face down Mondregon in what could turn out to be a suicide mission. On sale JULY 7 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by TOM TAYLOR Art by AL BARRIONUEVO Cover by HOWARD PORTER, ALLEN MARTINEZ & WES HARTMAN In the aftermath of the twin battles with the Aegean and Mondregon, the team assesses the damage and Hawksmoor is forced to explain the origin of his strange, secret weapon. Deathblow is down for the count, and Swift is unconscious with no one able to figure out why she can't be revived. But there's not much time to lick their wounds or ease over internal tensions as The Carrier appears to finally be approaching its ultimate destination. Who or what they are about to meet could alter the course of the Wildstorm Universe forever. On sale AUGUST 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by TOM TAYLOR Art by AL BARRIONUEVO Cover by CHRIS SPROUSE & KARL STORY When Jack Hawksmoor chose to board the departing Carrier, he chose to hedge his bets. Now that his terrible secret has been exposed, the loss of trust far outweighs the recent loss of life and the loss of loved ones. But there is no time for anger or mourning. They have reached their destination. Will The Authority find the help for their dying Earth that they seek - or will the end of their journey bring new nightmares? On sale SEPTEMBER 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by TOM TAYLOR Art by AL BARRIONUEVO Cover by DAVE GIBBONS & KEVIN NOWLAN 1:10 Variant cover by ANDY PARK One hundred thousand refugees scream inside the Carrier and are gone. Hawksmoor, Flint and Grifter disappear with them - taken by a species of brutal, nightmarish creatures. River's growing powers as the Spirit of Information hid only a handful of Authority members. As they set out on an impossible rescue, a terrible history is uncovered and the mystery of Swift deepens. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale OCTOBER 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by TOM TAYLOR Art by AL BARRIONUEVO Cover by TIM SEELEY & ALLEN MARTINEZ Trapped by bloodthirsty aliens in a distant galaxy with billions of lives on the line, The Authority face impossible odds. Sarah Rainmaker will astonish, The Engineer will kick butt, Grifter will probably blow something up, Jack Hawksmoor will have to make a terrible decision, and Flint will put her fist through some squishy bits!"

"Written by TOM TAYLOR Art by AL BARRIONUEVO Cover by JHEREMY RAAPACK & RICHARD FRIEND There has been tragedy and triumph, despair and hope. For the past year, the rag-tag team thrown together under the banner of The Authority - accompanied by thousands of human refugees - has been off in deepest space, hoping to solve the mystery of The Carrier and perhaps bring home a cure for their shattered Earth. Now, after facing numerous unspeakable horrors, their long odyssey draws to its shattering, epic conclusion. The survivors are heading home - but what secret are they bringing with them? On sale DECEMBER 1 • 32 pg, FC"