GEARS OF WAR (2009)

"Written by Joshua Ortega Art by Liam Sharp Cover by Brandon Badeaux Video game art variant cover The action-packed prequel to Gears of War 2 concludes its opening arc with a bang! Delta finds their mission in shambles with numerous members dead! Could things possibly get worse? For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition, retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition. See the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale March 11 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS"

"Written by Joshua Ortega Art by Simon Bisley and Henry Flint Video game cover art Of all the storylines in the mega-hit Gears of War 2, few resonate like the tragedy of Tai Kaliso. The story of this proud warrior with a gentle heart is finally told in a special issue pencilled by legendary comic book superstar Simon Bisley! On sale April 22 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS"

"Written by Joshua Ortega Art by Federico Dallocchio Cover by Shane Pierce A popular element in the Xbox 360 smash Gears of War 2 are the collectibles describing the tragic end of Sgt. Jonathan Harper. A nine-year veteran Gear, he was captured by the Locust during the assault on the Hollow. Eventually managing to escape, he was able to help a family reach the surface before succumbing to his wounds. The full story of this heroic, selfless soldier is finally told! On sale May 13 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS"

"Written by Mike Capps & Joshua Ortega Art by Liam Sharp Cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams Following a distress signal from the overrun city of Jilane, Delta Squad is dispatched to investigate with the help of a unique 'scout' named Alex. The team, with the help of Sigma Squad, will explore one of the darker elements of the Gears universe, and to tell this unique and harrowing tale, series writer Joshua Ortega will be joined by Epic Games president Mike Capps! Further exploring the world of the sensational hit video game! And featuring a stunning new cover from superstar artist Jim Lee on this start to a new arc! On sale July 8 o 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US o MATURE READERS"

"Written by Mike Capps & Joshua Ortega Art and cover by Liam Sharp Delta has located survivors from the Jilane massacre, and it's a motley crew filled with far more people than expected! With an anticipated Locust attack, does Delta have the firepower to hold out until help arrives? Further exploring the world of the sensational hit video game! On sale August 12 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS"

"Written by Joshua Ortega & Mike Capps Art and cover by Liam Sharp The combined forces of Delta, Sigma and the Jilane survivors are in full-on 'Alamo' mode as the Locust close in. Can Marcus and Alex rally the troops in the face of such overwhelming odds? Don't miss another rip-roaring issue based on the hit video game franchise! On sale October 14 o 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US o MATURE READERS"

"Written by JOSHUA ORTEGA & MIKE CAPPS • Art by LIAM SHARP Cover by SHANE PIERCE Delta faces incredible odds as they're surrounded and absolutely out gunned by the Locust! With Marcus wounded, can Baird step into the mantle of leadership and find a way out?"

"Written by JOSHUA ORTEGA & MICHAEL CAPPS Art and cover by LIAM SHARP With Marcus out of action, Damon Baird has taken command of Delta. Does Baird have what it takes to lead a wild mix of personalities and fighting abilities against a massive Locust onslaught? Find out as the blood-soaked conclusion to 'Hollow' stomps into stores! On sale AUGUST 11 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US MATURE READERS"

"Written by JOSHUA ORTEGA Art and cover by LEONARDO MANCO This issue shines a spotlight on Jace Stratton, who's joining the squad in the recently announced Gears of War 3 game! New series artist Leonardo Manco (HELLBLAZER) provides the hard-hitting, gritty visuals for this story focusing on a younger Jace, fresh out of basic training, who is thrust into an operation that proves anything but routine On sale OCTOBER 27 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS"

"Written by KAREN TRAVISS Art and cover by LEONARDO MANCO A dramatic, new direction begins with the debut of series writer Karen Traviss, author of the Gears of War novels and writer for the upcoming Gears of War 3 game. 'Dirty Little Secrets' kicks off a 6-part story bridging the gap between the end of the Gears 2 game and the beginning of Gears 3, which launches in Spring 2011! On sale DECEMBER 29 • 32 pg, FC"

"Written by KAREN TRAVISS Art by LEONARDO MANCO Cover by PHILIP TAN Best-selling novelist Karen Traviss (The Wess'har Wars, Star Wars novels) takes readers back to the Pendulum Wars, spotlighting a younger Captain (now Colonel) Hoffman. Assigned to a high-risk mission and determined to assemble the best team possible, Hoffman turns to the fearsome Pesang troops. But the COG top brass isn't too happy with his ideas regarding commando units... On sale FEBRUARY 23 • 32 pg, FC"

"Written by KAREN TRAVISS Art by JULIUS GOPEZ Cover by PETE WOODS Best-selling author Karen Traviss continues to explore the years prior to 'Emergence Day.' It's the end of boot camp and the start of the real war for new recruits Marcus Fenix and Carlos Santiago. Marcus immediately establishes his reputation as a hard-charging Gear and natural leader, while his father struggles for a breakthrough in his orbital laser research, codenamed Hammer of Dawn. "

"Written by KAREN TRAVISS • Art by JULIUS GOPEZ Cover by COLIN WILSON Best-selling author Karen Traviss continues to explore the years prior to 'Emergence Day.' As Marcus Fenix fights what turns out to be the last battle of the Pendulum Wars, his father, Adam, perfects the devastating weapon known as The Hammer of Dawn. Peace is coming to Sera, but neither father nor son is optimistic about its longterm prospects. On sale JUNE 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • Mature Readers"

"Written by KAREN TRAVISS • Art by POP MHAN Cover by COLIN WILSON A new, six-part epic begins, leading up to the release of the Gears of War 3 game! 'Dirty Little Secrets' picks up at the end of Gears 2 with the sinking of Jacinto. Find out what becomes of Marcus, Dom and the rest of the COG forces as they continue their struggle against the Locust invaders. On sale AUGUST 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS"

"Written by KAREN TRAVISS • Art by POP MHAN Cover by COLIN WILSON On sale OCTOBER 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS In part 2 of 'Dirty Little Secrets,' the Gears have taken refuge on the island of Vectes, where they must defend the local civilians from marauding bands of Stranded. Joining them are their old enemies, the fiercely independent Gorasni. Memories of old atrocities may lead these tentative allies to kill each other instead of their common foe."

"In part 3 of 'Dirty Little Secrets,' the Gears have found their respite on the island of Vectes to be all too brief. The Lambent - a deadly, mutating lifeform - has followed them from the mainland and now threatens to wipe out what's left of humankind. Chairman Prescott has a plan he can reveal to no one - least of all Marcus Fenix."

"The Coalition of Ordered Governments has ceased to exist - its refugees find themselves forced to live like the tribal Stranded they once despised. Delta Squad, now based on an aging carrier, struggles to defend the refugees. Meanwhile, Adam Fenix takes desperate steps to find a way to destroy the virulent Lambent."

"Part 5 of 'Dirty Little Secrets.' Colonel Hoffman now heads up an outpost of Gears and civilians in the historic location of Anvil Gate. Sgt. Bernie Mataki takes point on finding food and supplies, but her excursions lead to tense encounters with local, hostile Stranded."

"• Series finale • This series final features the comics debut of QUEEN MYRRAH, leader of THE LOCUSTS! • Leads readers into GEARS OF WAR 3 game!"