Ram V. Bücher

Wie der Tod auf die Welt kam … und aus dem Leben verschwand Die Menschheit steht kurz davor, die Unsterblichkeit zu entdecken – was bedeuten würde, dass der Avatar des Todes ihren Job los ist ... oder? Dank ihrer unerschöpflichen Bemühungen steht die Menschheit an der Schwelle zum ewigen Leben. Als Konsequenz dessen wird der Avatar des Todes auf die Erde entlassen. In Mumbai soll sie ein sterbliches Dasein als Laila Starr, eine junge Frau Mitte zwanzig, führen. Nicht willens, sich mit ihrer neuen Sterblichkeit abzufinden, ist es Laila jedoch gelungen, sich an genau den Ort und Zeitpunkt der Geburt derjenigen Person zu begeben, die das Geheimnis der Unsterblichkeit entschlüsselt. Wird sie die Gelegenheit ergreifen, die Menschheit davon abzuhalten, den Kreislauf des Lebens auf ewig zu ändern, oder wird der Tod tatsächlich bald der Vergangenheit angehören? Eine eindrucksvolle neue Graphic Novel von dem mit dem Eisner-Award ausgezeichneten Autor Ram V (These Savage Shores, Swamp Thing) und Zeichner Filipe Andrade (Captain Marvel), die den schmalen Grat zwischen Leben und Sterben durch die Linse des magischen Realismus betrachtet.

Vor einhundert Jahren öffnete sich ein Portal über Zentralamerika und titanische Monster, die Tetza, kamen in unsere Welt. Ihre Ankunft veränderte alles. Völker und Nationen mussten sich vereinen, um die Iron Kings zu erschaffen – riesige, von Piloten gesteuerte Mechs. Seitdem treffen die Tetza und die Iron Kings in brachialen Gladiatorenduellen aufeinander und kämpfen wieder und wieder um das Fortbestehen der Menschheit. Der Krieg wurde zum Sportereignis. Anita Marr ist ein Superstar unter den Mech-Jockeys, und darum wird sie ausgewählt, einen geheimen Prototypen zu testen: Dawnrunner. Schon nach dem ersten Einsatz merkt Anita, dass zwischen Dawnrunner und ihr eine ungewöhnliche Verbindung besteht, die immer stärker wird. Anfangs versucht sie, dieses mysteriöse Band geheim zu halten. Aber die Bedrohung durch die Tetza wächst immer weiter, und Anita und Dawnrunner könnten die letzte Hoffnung der Menschheit sein... wenn es ihnen gelingt, ihre Limits zu überschreiten.

FARBENPRÄCHTIGER TIEFSEE-TERROR In den Tiefen des Pazifiks soll die Crew des experimentellen U-Boots Andromeda den Unterwasser-Friedhof Point Nemo untersuchen, einen Ort voller Raumschiffe und Weltraumschrott. Denn irgendetwas regt sich in den Tiefen des Ozeans und scheint zu erwachen. Doch der potenzielle Erstkontakt mit etwas Nichtmenschlichem lockt außerdem den skrupellosen Schatzsucher Black Manta an. Und auch Aquaman ist längst in das gefährliche Geheimnis des Königs unter dem Meer verstrickt… Ein nicht nur grafisch außergewöhnliches, ohne Vorkenntnisse zu lesendes Science-Fiction-Abenteuer mit Aquaman und Black Manta, inszeniert von Autor Ram V (CATWOMAN, JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK) und Ausnahmekünstler Christian Ward (Invisible Kingdom, Thor). ENTHÄLT: AQUAMAN: ANDROMEDA 1-3

DIE KOMPLETTE SERIE ÜBER DAS NEUE SWAMP THING Swamp Thing ist das bekannteste Monster des DC-Universums! Jetzt gibt es ein neues Sumpfmonster, und dieser Band erzählt seine Entstehungsgeschichte. Der junge Geschäftsmann Levi Kamei kehrt aus seinem Geburtsland Indien in die USA zurück. Doch er hat sich im Land seiner Väter verändert, das spürt er. Und er wird von schrecklichen Albträumen geplagt. Diese Albträume aber sind die Realität, wie er bald herausfindet: Levi ist das neue Swamp Thing, ein Avatar der mystischen Macht des Grüns, den die Menschen jedoch für ein Ungeheuer halten und daher fürchten und jagen! Während Levi noch versucht herauszufinden, warum ausgerechnet er zum unheimlichen Sumpfding wurde, ist ein skrupelloser Konzern hinter ihm her, um aus den Kräften des Grüns Profit zu schlagen. Und sogar ein Kommando der berüchtigten Suicide Squad unter der Führung des gebrochenen Helden Peacemaker hetzt ihn durch die Sümpfte… Die viel gelobte Serie mit der Swamp Thing-Saga des in Indien geborenen Autors Ram V (JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK, AQUAMAN: ANDROMEDA) und Zeichner Mike Perkins (Captain America, The Stand – Das letzte Gefecht) als deutsche Erstveröffentlichung komplett in einem Band. ENTHÄLT: THE SWAMP THING (2021) 1-16

DIE HÖLLE VON CARNAGE Der blutrünstige Carnage-Symbiont ist neuerdings auf eigene Faust unterwegs und strebt nach gottgleicher Macht! Nachdem er mehrere Superschurken angegriffen hat, soll der Dunkelelf Malekith sein nächstes Opfer werden. Doch Polizist Jon Shayde verfolgt das Monster bis in die nordische Götterwelt. Er ist entschlossen, Carnage sowie dessen Serienkiller-Jünger aufzuhalten. Und auch Cletus Kasady will nach wie vor die Hölle entfesseln. Innovativer Symbionten-Horror von Autor Ram V (VENOM: ERBE DES KÖNIGS), Rogê Antônio (CONAN DER BARBAR), Francesco Manna (SPIDER-MAN) und anderen. ENTHÄLT: CARNAGE (2022) 6-12

NETZ AUS BLUT UND FINSTERNIS Sowohl der in Zeit und Raum verschollene König in Schwarz Eddie Brock als auch sein Sohn Dylan alias Venom müssen unglaublichen Wahrheiten über ihre Verbindung zu den Symbionten verkraften. Als die frustrierten Klone Ben Reilly und Madelyne Pryor die Dämonen vom Limbus auf New York City hetzen und das Monster Bedlam ein weiteres Mal angreift, tut sich Dylan außerdem mit Ms. Marvel und einem Freund zusammen. Symbionten-Action von den Top-Autoren Al Ewing (AVENGERS) und Ram V (CARNAGE) sowie Blockbuster-Zeichner Bryan Hitch (DIE ULTIMATIVEN) – mit Kapiteln zum dämonischen Spider-Man-Event Dark Web! ENTHÄLT: VENOM (2021) 11-16 & FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2022: SPIDER-MAN/VENOM (2022) 1 (II)

This culinary chronicle blends dark themes with gastronomic exploration, crafted by the acclaimed team behind The Many Deaths of Laila Starr. It offers a unique narrative that intertwines food and supernatural elements, appealing to fans of Anthony Bourdain’s Hungry Ghosts and Eat The Rich. The book promises a rich tapestry of storytelling that explores the intersection of culture, cuisine, and the otherworldly, making it a captivating read for those who appreciate both culinary arts and horror.

An all-new Venom from some of comics' greatest talents! Marvel mainstay Al Ewing, who himself has just ended a character-redefining run on Immortal Hulk, is being joined by Ram V, a horror maestro all his own, to craft a mind-bending and gut-wrenching tale of symbiosis the likes of which the Marvel Universe has never seen! As if that wasn't enough, they've been joined by industry legend Bryan Hitch! You have NEVER seen a Venom like this! Collecting: Venom (2021) #1-10

If it s war humanity wants, it will be at their doorstep and Swamp Thing will never be the same!

Swamp Thing returns in the second volume of the critically acclaimed series by Ram V and Mike Perkins. As the new guardian of the green, Levi Kamei will face old wars, past ideologies, and a Suicide Squad dedicated to hunting him down.

The past and the present converge in this enthralling, serpentine tale of women connected by motherhood, slavery's legacy, and histories that span centuries. In 1850 in Massachusetts, Whittaker House stood as a stop on the Underground Railroad. It's where two freedom seekers, Little Annie and Clementine, hid and perished in a fire. Whittaker House still stands, and Little Annie and Clementine still linger, their dreams of freedom unfulfilled. Now a fashionably distressed vacation rental in the Berkshires, Whittaker House draws seekers of another kind: Black women who only appear to be free. Among them are Dominique, a single mother following her grandmere's stories to Whittaker House in search of an ancestor; Michelle, Dominique's lover, who has journeyed to the Berkshire Mountains to heal her own traumas; and Kaye, Michelle's sister, a seer whose visions reveal the past and future secrets of the former safehouse--along with her own. For each of them, true liberation can come only from uncovering their connection to history--and to the spirits awaiting peace and redemption within the walls of Whittaker House.

In a lawless Gotham, the Dark Knight faces dire challenges as he battles against corruption and seeks to survive amidst chaos. Abandoned and sentenced to death, he must navigate a treacherous landscape filled with danger and betrayal. This gripping tale explores themes of justice and resilience as the iconic hero fights not just for his life, but for the soul of the city he protects.

The mystical Tree of Wonder has opened a gate to another world.The Justice League Dark, a team led by Wonder Woman featuring the monsters and magicians of the DC Universe, are humanity's only hope.The last age of magic is upon us! Wonder Woman has gathered the DC Universe's greatest and strangest to form a new Justice League Dark to protect the world at any cost. But is it too late? Collects Justice League Dark #1-29; Justice League Dark Annual #1; Justice League Dark 2021 Annual; Justice League Dark/Wonder Woman: The Witching Hour #1; Aquaman #66; Black Adam: Endless Winter Special #1; The Flash #767, #777-779; Justice League #58, #72-74; Justice League: Endless Winter #1-2; Superman: Endless Winter Special #1; Teen Titans: Endless Winter Special #1; Wonder Woman #56-57; Wonder Woman/Justice League Dark: The Witching Hour #1; and stories from Justice League #59-71, Future State: Justice League #1-2, and Secrets of Sinister House #1.

Meet Venom's most powerful form yet! With the truth about Eddie Brock, Bedlam and the Garden of Time revealed at last, Eddie has no choice but to fight heaven, Earth, space and time to get back to his son. But it may all be for naught. Eddie's greatest fears are at the precipice of being realized as Dylan may still succumb to the darkness within him! Eddie has faced down many monsters in his time, but few have been as terrifying as the one born of his own rage. Witness Bedlam's return to the Garden of Time - and see what's become of Eddie after DARK WEB! Battered, beaten and brutalized, his grit, determination and faith have wavered at times, but never broken.

Exploring the hidden depths of Gotham, the narrative delves into the city's dark secrets and the mysterious forces that shape its underbelly. As characters navigate treacherous alliances and confront their own demons, they uncover a web of intrigue that threatens to upend their lives. Themes of betrayal, resilience, and the struggle for redemption intertwine, painting a vivid picture of a city where danger lurks just below the surface. The story promises a gripping blend of suspense and character-driven drama.

Selina Kyle might think everything is going purrfectly but riddle us this, Catwoman!

Swamp Thing returns in a new series that stars Levi Kamei as the next Guardian of the Green!

It s a new era for the detective of the night as we introduce award-winning writer Ram V (Catwoman, The Many Deaths of Laila Starr), and artist extraordinaire Rafael Albuquerque (American Vampire, Superman/Batman)! Together, they ll turn Gotham into a tragic yet beautiful gothic opera for our eyes and ears to feast on.

The saga of The Silver Coin continues as the cursed token is spent again and again. First, a haunted arcade cabinet twists the dreams of a young boy. Then, the coin finds its way to a street magician who's lost his way amongst the opulence of a desperate city. Follow the money—across decades, centuries—and the nature of a curse will be revealed. Eisner-winning artist MICHAEL WALSH (Star Wars, Black Hammer/Justice League) teams with all-star collaborators JOSH WILLIAMSON (NAILBITER, BATMAN/SUPERMAN), RAM V (SWAMP THING, BLUE IN GREEN), MATTHEW ROSENBERG (HAWKEYE, 4 KIDS WALK INTO A BANK), and VITA AYALA (NEW MUTANTS, THE WILDS) on this new ongoing horror anthology series for mature readers. Collects THE SILVER COIN #6-10

Catwoman must keep Alleytown safe from the totalitarian forces of The Magistrate come to Gotham in this tie-in with the BATMAN: FEAR STATE event!

Dylan Brock, the new Venom, is in the fight of his life -- and he may be in it alone! As Dylan and his symbiote continue to learn to live together without Eddie Brock, the Life Foundation has activated a deadly new operative named the Spearhead! Dylan and Venom aren't the only ones dead in his sights -- every single symbiote that they (and you!) have ever known and cared about is a target as well! Just days ago, Dylan thought his biggest problem was his father's preoccupation with running the symbiote hive as its King in Black. Now, Eddie is gone -- and the only vestige left of him is in Venom! But without Eddie's guidance, Dylan stands poised to fulfill his destiny, and give into the same darkness that his father once did... COLLECTING: Venom (2021) 6-10

Ram V and Rafael Albuquerque move to the next chapter for Detective Comics, where the dark opera of Gotham continues to become ever more perilous for Batman! číst celé

Acclaimed author Al Ewing continues his sprawling symbiote saga that takes Venom to the edge of the universe! As Eddie Brock finds his footing in the Marvel Universe, he's going to need to come face to face with the very worst parts of himself - in the form of the time-displaced monster called Bedlam! Eddie has always been his own most brutal critic though, so this titanic beatdown will be no exception - and something new will be waiting on the other side! You saw what happened when Eddie flung himself into the far future of the Marvel Universe - now see what happens when he tries to traverse its past! Face to face with the mysterious Flexo, the part that symbiotes have played in the Marvel Universe will take a surprising and new turn! Collecting: Venom (2021) 22-25

Carnage is back to celebrate 30 years of symbiotic slaughter! Prepare to look deep into Cletus Kasady’s psychotic past — and to catch up with Venom’s offspring in the here-and-now, ready for his visceral and violent future! For years, the only host the Carnage symbiote has known was Kasady. Sharing a uniquely horrifying bond, the pair were the most notorious and prolific serial killers in the entire Marvel Universe. But after the events of EXTREME CARNAGE, Cletus’ codex has found a new home, leaving the Carnage symbiote adrift, alone…and deadlier than ever before! Rejected by the only loving host it has ever known, what new and terrifying creature will emerge?COLLECTING: Carnage (2022) 1-5, Carnage 30th Anniversary Special (2022) 1

Eddie Brock's son Dylan comes to realize that the Venom symbiote is not a pet but a very dangerous alien, that the bond that it had once had with Eddie is no longer there, and that he, too, is at risk now that Carlton Drake and the Life Foundation has reappeared and is targeting the new Venom.

At the mercy of Bedlam! With Dylan Brock's life hanging in the balance, where is his father, Eddie, the original Venom? Or more accurately- when?! After the Venom symbiote's Hail Mary decision, Dylan is about to see sides of symbiosis, the Klyntar and perhaps even his own father that he never imagined! And forced to watch his son suffer from across the timestream, Eddie finds himself surrounded by enemies - alone and with no one to trust, until an unexpected ally intervenes. Suddenly, Eddie is caught in a dark web spun by Chasm and the Goblin Queen - with all his deepest fears realized! Meanwhile, Bedlam is determined to kill Dylan and Venom once and for all - unless an old friend can lend a crimson-clad hand. Collecting VENOM (2021) #11-15.

This deluxe hardcover collection showcases nearly 400 pages of innovative horror stories, blending comics, prose, and illustration. Co-created by notable writers, it features contributions from leading names in the genre, delivering a diverse array of chilling narratives. Themes range from classic fears like monsters in closets to more surreal terrors, pushing the boundaries of horror and redefining the genre for a new generation. Razorblades: The Horror Magazine stands as a testament to the evolution of horror anthologies.

Dylan Brock, the new Venom, is in the fight of his life - and he may be init alone! As Dylan and his symbiote continue to learn to live together without Eddie Brock, the Life Foundation has activated a deadly new operative named the Spearhead! Dylan and Venom aren't the only ones dead in his sights - every single symbiote that they (and you!) have ever known and cared about is a target as well! Just days ago, Dylan thought his biggest problem was his father's preoccupation with running the symbiote hive as its King in Black. Now, Eddie is gone and the only vestige left of him is in Venom! But without Eddie's guidance, Dylan stands poised to fulfill his destiny, and give into the same darkness that his father once did... Collecting: Venom (2021) 6-10

An all-new VENOM from some of comics' greatest talents! Marvel mainstay AL EWING, who himself has just ended a character-redefining run on IMMORTAL HULK, is being joined by RAM V, a horror maestro all his own, to craft a mind bending and gut-wrenching tale of symbiosis the likes of which the Marvel Universe has never seen! AS IF THAT WASN'T ENOUGH, they've been joined by industry legend BRYAN HITCH, who is leaving IT ALL ON THE PAGE! We haven't led you astray yet, have we? So trust us when we tell you that you have NEVER seen a VENOM like this! Collecting: Venom (2021) 1-5

A cataclysmic event, now remembered only as "The Midnight," led to the collapse of civilization. Now, centuries after, the remnant of a mega-city named Paradiso is the only place on Earth where humanity still thrives. When Jack Kryznan arrives at the outskirts with a mysterious device capable of bringing dead technology to life, he sets off a power struggle that threatens to embroil the human settlers, bionic creatures known as Guardians, and Paradiso herself. Jack and his companions will begin their journey of self-discovery through this living city even as the city itself strives to understand what it means to be alive

Ludzkość jest bliska odkrycia tajemnicy nieśmiertelności. W rezultacie awatara Śmierci zostaje wypędzona na Ziemię, aby wieść życie w Bombaju jako zwykła dwudziestolatka Laila Starr. Zmagając się z utratą posady i nowo odkrytą śmiertelnością, Śmierć postanawia nie dopuścić do zburzenia cyklu życia i upewnić się, że nie zostanie tylko wspomnieniem. Udaje się więc na poszukiwanie sprawcy swoich nieszczęść, po drodze odkrywając prawdziwą rolę, jaką odgrywa we wszechświecie. WIELE ŚMIERCI LAILY STARR to mistrzowska powieść graficzna autorstwa wielokrotnie nagradzanego scenarzysty Ramy V (Błękit w zieleni, Dziki ląd) i uznanego ilustratora Filipe Andrade (Captain Marvel), która bierze pod lupę cienką granicę między życiem a śmiercią, zgłębiając jej znaczenie przez pryzmat realizmu magicznego.