2000 AD, the UK's premier SF anthology comic, celebrates its 35th birthday this month, having been in continuous publication for three and a half decades. Its marks the milestone month in style with a stunning line-up of stories: Johnny Alpha seeks the truth behind the assassination attempts in 'Strontium Dog: The Project'; Russian rogue Nikolai Dante has a ceremony to crash in 'The Wedding of Jena Makarov'; an alien Noise Festival causes more than eardrums to bleed in 'Grey Area: Feel the Noise'; the surly Harry Absolom must stop the spirits of the past from taking over the present in 'Ghosts of London'; and the conspiracy continues in 'Judge Dredd: Day of Chaos.' Prog 1771 will be a 48-page birthday issue, with extra stories from Andy Diggle, Colin Wilson, Pat Mills, and Henry Flint.

Writer: Hal Lifson
Artist: Norm Breyfogle
Cover Artist: Fernando Ruiz
Published by Archie

'Archie Gets Some Tough Love From Dr. Bill.' Archie is the subject of a television segment 'Tough Love' when he visits the Dr. Bill show. The reluctant TV show guest must sweat it out under the studio lights when he's taken to task by gal pals Betty and Veronica on which of them he will finally choose! What will be Archie's decision when Dr. Bill poses the ultimate question on national television?

Written by RON MARZ
Art & cover by STJEPAN SEJIC
Published by Image

The Top Cow Universe irrevocably changed by the event of ARTIFACTS #13, and while the event is over, the story continues. Tom Judge, bearer of the Rapture, can't get the feeling out of his head that something is horribly wrong… with everything. The longtime WITCHBLADE team of RON MARZ (MAGDALENA, SHINKU) and STJEPAN SEJIC (ANGELUS) reunite to tell the ongoing saga of the Top Cow Universe itself.

Writer, art and cover by Jason Lutes
Published by Drawn and Quarterly

A new chapter of Berlin: City of Light, the final volume of Jason Lutes' epic trilogy. Confronted by the hatred and fear that has begun to seep through the cracks in the Weimar Republic, Kurt Severing retreats into drink and despondency. Across the city, Silvia Braun has fallen in with a gang of young Communists, who are dumbstruck when she single-handedly attacks two Nazis in the street. Meanwhile, the idyllic nocturnal escapades of Marthe Muller and Anna Albrecht are shattered by a police raid on one of their favorite nightclubs, which leaves their relationship in ruins.

Writer: George Gladir
Artist: Pat Kennedy & Various
Cover Artist: Dan Parent
Published by Archie

Betty and Veronica in 'The Protector!' Mr. Lodge's private screening room has been converted into a silent movie theatre for the kid's enjoyment! Archie offers his protection to the girls if the horror movie becomes too scary but will Archie be up to the task when the lights go down? And the only thing Mr. Lodge has to beware is Jughead's monstrous appetite! Then, Betty's baby-sitting gig leads to story time where Betty breathes new life into old nursery rhymes to prove to the young boys she's sitting that fairy tales aren't so boring after all!

Written by Viktor Kalvachev, Andrew Osborne
Art by Viktor Kalvachev & Various
Cover by Viktor Kalvachev
Published by Image

'Survival Instinct'
Bullets and bodily fluids fly when uneasy allies face off against ruthless killers in part nine of this fast, funny 100% cool smash hit crime series. See who gets iced, who turns up the heat and who fancies a shag in a Hollywood hot tub as Blue Estate enters the home stretch! (But wait! There's more...at www.BlueEstateComic.com!)

Written by Andi Ewington
Art by Cosmo White
Cover by Ryan Sook, Cosmo White
Published by com.x

A guardian watches over Tokyo. Nobody knows where he came from. Some say he was created by the Yurei, ghosts of the sea, sent to remind mortals that it is they, not men, that control mankind's fate. Loved by many, vilified by few - he exacts swift justice on those who stand against him. Whatever he is, wherever he came from, one thing is certain - BlueSpear is here to stay!

Written by Andrew Chambliss
Art and Cover by Georges Jeanty
Published by Dark Horse

The uptick in the zompire population has the SFPD on Buffy's trail again-but this time, they need her assistance. However, Detective Dowling must settle for a little help from the bleached-blond vampire Spike, as Buffy has become distracted by a rather personal problem that will lead her to Robin Wood.

Written by Andrew Chambliss
Art by Georges Jeanty
Cover by Noto
Published by Dark Horse

The uptick in the zompire population has the SFPD on Buffy's trail again-but this time, they need her assistance. However, Detective Dowling must settle for a little help from the bleached-blond vampire Spike, as Buffy has become distracted by a rather personal problem that will lead her to Robin Wood.

Written by Brian Wood
Art by Becky Cloonan
Cover by Dave Stewart, Massimo Carnevale
Published by Dark Horse

In this sweeping adaptation of Robert E. Howard's fan-favorite 'Queen of the Black Coast,' Conan turns his back on the civilized world and takes to the high seas alongside the pirate queen Bêlit, setting the stage for an epic of romance, terror, and swashbuckling. This is Conan as you've never seen him, with the combination of one of Robert E. Howard's greatest tales and the most dynamic creative team in comics!

Written by Brian Wood
Art by Becky Cloonan
Cover by Cloonan
Published by Dark Horse

In this sweeping adaptation of Robert E. Howard's fan-favorite 'Queen of the Black Coast,' Conan turns his back on the civilized world and takes to the high seas alongside the pirate queen Bêlit, setting the stage for an epic of romance, terror, and swashbuckling. This is Conan as you've never seen him, with the combination of one of Robert E. Howard's greatest tales and the most dynamic creative team in comics!

Written by Garth Ennis
Art and Cover by John McCrea
Published by Avatar

For the first time ever, Avatar proudly presents, Dicks in fully engorged color! Garth Ennis and John McCrea (the creative team behind Hitman) have returned to add insult to injury with a completely colorized and re-mastered series that is guaranteed to offend and amaze. This monthly series colorizes all the previous Dicks adventures and leads right into a whole new adventure, starting with Bigger Dicks #1 right here! Dougie and Ivor, the shameless bollocks that claim to be private investigators, are back in action with more outrageous antics that will leave no shame uncovered. This series is made for the smart ass comics reader that can't get enough low-brow humor as only Garth Ennis can deliver! Available with a regular cover, a very Offensive cover, and a special Classic B&W cover showing one of the lost Dicks covers of yesteryear - all by series artist John McCrea!

Written by John Rogers
Art by Andrea Di Vito
Cover by Tyler Walpole
Published by IDW

The thrilling conclusion to "Down"! Fell's Five attempts to rescue prisoners from an ancient temple filled with loathsome fish-people, who have a shocking connection to one of our adventurers! Join us as John Rogers and Andrea Di Vito bring us the latest chapter in their thrilling adventures of swords and sorcery!

Written by Chris Roberson
Art by Francesco Biagini
Cover by Francesco Mattina, Matteo Scalera
Published by BOOM!

The Arc-Ending Issue That Will Leave You Reeling! Elric and Hawkmoon have made their way to Tanelorn to find the seemingly unassailable city under siege. Can they beat back the forces of Chaos that have been threatening their journey all along - and as the forces of Law and Chaos converge, will they finally come face to face with Corum and Eric Beck? Legendary fantasy author Michael Moorcock and New York Times bestseller Chris Roberson bring fantasy's most beloved characters back to comics in this critically acclaimed series!

Written by David Lapham
Art and Cover by Gabriel Andrade
Published by Avatar

The blood will splatter as David Lapham continues to re-define horror storytelling in this Twenty First Century reimagining of the werewolf mythology. Don't look for silly silver bullets and moon transformations here - only vicious, animal fury and lust as the secret of the Ferals is slowly revealed. Officer Dale Chesnutt is hunting a monster but he's about to find out that the creature has set its sights on him and the mysterious animalistic woman sharing his bed. And somewhere in between the two, the normally quiet town of Cypress is being turned into a bloodbath. The mystery unfolds as amazing artist Gabriel (LADY DEATH) Andrade and gore-scribe David (STRAY BULLETS) Lapham take us someplace we've never been before and pray to god we never have to go back to. Available with a Regular, Wraparound, Gore, and special Slashed Retailer Incentive cover by series artist Gabriel Andrade.

Written by Al Ewing
Art by Eman Casallos
Cover by Admira Wijaya, Johnny D.
Published by Dynamic Forces

Who are they? How did they come to be dead and/or decapitated? And what kind of brutal insanity is their passing about to unleash? Find out the grim connection between college student Kelly Hara and the ice-cold engine of death known as Varla as the origin of the Ninjettes is revealed! Don't miss this ultra-violent odyssey of sin, scandal, brutality and branding!

Written by JOE CASEY
Art / cover NATHAN FOX
Published by Image

It's the big showdown between the Kilgore brothers and the swarming hordes of the Second Church in the heart of Radical City! With the help of an enigmatic new ally, Haunt cuts loose on his enemies... but will it be enough to ensure his escape?

Writer: Dan Parent
Artist: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski
Cover Artist: Dan Parent
Published by Archie

It's a bunch of firsts for Kevin Keller in the first issue of his ongoing series. It's his first time as Riverdale High class president. And he gets published in the Riverdale newspaper for the first time. Oh yeah, and Kevin gets ready to go on his first date! What?! Kevin's never been on a date before? That's the reaction everybody has, as they can't believe cool, good-looking, mild mannered Kevin Keller has never been on a date. And when he's made attempts in the past things go terribly wrong, it turns out Kevin Keller is actually bad at something - dating! But the Riverdale gang, along with his old friends and family step in to help ol' Kevin out. With his friends and family at the helm can anything possibly go wrong? Of course! But Kevin will get through it anyway!

Writer: Kevin Smith with Phil Hester
Artist: Jonathan Lau
Colorist: Ivan Nunes
Covers: Alex Ross
Published by Dynamite

Steve Austin and the evil cyborg Hull engage in a bionic battle that shakes the very foundation of Washington DC. From the posh ballrooms of high society to the bowels of the subway, the half-machine combatants leave a path of destruction through our nation's Capitol. But when Hull's tactics put the lives of innocents in danger, Steve Austin must push his new bionic powers to the limit... and beyond!

Writer: Jai Nitz
Artist: Johnny D
Covers: Alex Ross (50%), Jae Lee (25%), Mark Buckingham (25%)
Published by Dynamite

Silver Star stands against his animal counterparts, The Iron Grid. But the real identity of the kidnappers and their horrible plot comes to light. Can anyone stop the superhuman army that is The Firewielders? See a dozen Kirby creations do battle with the fate of mankind on the line. Big action in the Kirby tradition, brought to you by Jai Nitz and Johnny D!

Written by Mike Wolfer, Brian Pulido
Art by Marcelo Mueller
Cover by Gabriel Andrade

She was stripped of her power and battled for her life as she walked the Earth in search of her stolen memories. She was wrenched to another dimension to learn the shocking truth that her mother is the despicable villain who is responsible for her unending torment. Lady Death has been to hell and back, and now she is faced with her greatest challenge yet: As all eyes turn to her, does she have the confidence, or even the strength, to lead a rebellion which seems doomed to failure? Valora, The Fallen, Stigmata and representatives of the last remaining free tribes all want an answer, but will Lady Death choose her destiny before the betrayal of a trusted ally leads the magically super-charged Behemoth and his amassed army of the undead to their hidden base? Available with a Regular cover by artist Gabriel Andrade, a Wraparound cover by Matt Martin, a Sultry cover by Juan Jose Ryp and a retailer order incentive Art Deco cover by painter Michael Dipascale!

Written by Mike Mignola, John Arcudi
Art by Tonci Zonjic
Cover by Dave Stewart, Dave Johnson
Published by Dark horse

With a city swamped in dead gangsters with claws branded into their foreheads, mob boss Arnie Wald seeks the assistance of a deadly mystic and her strange partner to take down the vigilante known as Lobster Johnson!

Writer: Ian Flynn
Artist: Ben Bates & Various
Cover Artist: Patrick Spaz Spaziante
Published by Archie

'Dr. Wily Returns,' Part Two. Dr. Wily is back, and this time he has eight new Robot Masters of his own! Mega Man must track down and defeat each one before they complete their missions and conquer the world for their mustachioed master. It's hard enough when each new Robot Master is deadlier than the last, but how can the Blue Bomber succeed with Quick Man tripping him up every step of the way?

Written by Chris Roberson
Art by Rich Ellis
Cover by Michael William Kaluta
Published by IDW

Em and Schroedinger are desperately trying to find Peter, which brings them to the ancient tower of Babylon...only Babylon isn't so much a what as a who. And just when they think they're about to get some answers, a host of shadow warriors shows up, grabs Em, and high tails it across the plain. Except Em has a few tricks up her sleeve and things don't go quite according to the shadows plans. Do they ever?

Written, Art and Cover by Richard Corben
Published by Dark Horse

In a bizarre land populated by hungry deadlings, cruel necromancers, and buxom cyclops, Tugat the warrior sets out to retrieve his lost horse Frix. Collecting Corben's standout run in Dark Horse Presents.

Written, Art and Cover by John Byrne
Published by IDW

It ain't over till it's over. Project Next Men has been undone, the Past has been rewritten, but it's never easy to reshape the Fourth Dimension. As Jasmine is about to discover. She was afraid to go with Nathan and Bethany back to the 1950s-by the end of this issue, she may regret that decision!

Written by P.C. Cast & Various
Art by Joëlle Jones, Jonathan Case
Cover by Ryan Hill & Various
Published by Dark Horse

Having gained a new understanding of her affinities for earth, wind, and water, Zoey Redbird moves into more dangerous territory as she attempts to master a lesson in fire. Zoey seeks guidance from the secret vampyre history of Cleopatra and her relationships with two great Roman leaders-Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Readers gain knowledge about Zoey's maturation as a fledgling vamp as she becomes the leader of the Dark Daughters.

Written by Charles M. Schulz & Various
Art by Vicki Scott & Various
Cover by Charles M. Schulz, Vicki Scott
Published by BOOM!

The Peanuts gang is back! Featuring a cover drawn by Charles Schulz himself, this book brings you a mix of classic Peanuts Sundays and all-new strips seen here for the first time. From long-time fans to first-time young readers, everyone will find something to love about Snoopy, Woodstock, Linus, Lucy, Pigpen, Schroeder, and, of course, good ol' Charlie Brown!