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    After the events of Secret Invasion, the Inhumans claim the leadership of the Kree, bringing them into conflict with a Shi'Ar Empire ruled by Vulcan.

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    #1  Edited By The_Scourge



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    #2  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator

    I'm excited for the StarJammers involvement and the Guardians of the Galaxy.I don't want to see Blackbolt vs. Vulcan..it's Civil War all over again.One guy has no chance of winning...but he most likely will.

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    #3  Edited By The_Scourge

    Rating: RATED T+WAR OF KINGS # 1
    The Story: In the aftermath of the Secret Invasion, Black Bolt has led the Inhumans on a shockingly savage path to restore their strength and security. But that path has brought them into direct confrontation with the Shi’Ar Empire – and their mad ruler Vulcan! Who will get in the first strike? Who will fall on the bloody battlefield? Who will rule? The Imperial Guard, the Starjammers, the Inhuman Royal Family and more of your favorite sci-fi characters are locked on a collision course…and it all starts here! Join the acclaimed team
    of Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning (NOVA) and Paul Pelletier (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY) for a pivotal turning point in Marvel’s
    cosmic history!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


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    #4  Edited By Baal Zak

    Awesome cover! everything that involves Abnett and Lanning is gold ;)

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    #6  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator

    Nice vid G-Man.

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    #7  Edited By The_Scourge

    In Space... EVERYONE will hear his scream. --> you have to love this line

    Awesome video G-Man

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    #8  Edited By Kurrent

    As a Havok fan I have been waiting for something like this......Kingbreaker was awesome

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    #9  Edited By The Hottness

    GO black bolt!

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    With all Black Bolts power, he's probably the best match-up for Vulcan out there, and Blastaar's involvement should be priceless. I wanna see a star-charged Alex take on Gladiator honestly..or maybe Adam Warlock..sooo many possibilities. I just can't wait.

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    #11  Edited By Mr. Wilson
    The Hottness said:
    "GO black bolt!"

    Oh YEAH!

    War of Kings #1, due in stores in March

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    #12  Edited By The_Scourge
    JM: War of Kings #1 also hits in March. Now this one doesn't seem huge on the fan radar, but every time I talk to anyone at Marvel, they're pretty hyped up over it.
    This will be something of a strategic linchpin in your 2009 publishing, yes?


    JQ: Yeah, we're really sorta counting on it. A lot. It will drive certain storylines in other books, and enhances our "cosmic" universe in a very big way. It will put Black Bolt out there in a very big way as well, and really define a new status quo for The Inhumans.

    Y'know, really, The Inhumans are more of those characters that when they show up you go, "Oh! These guys are outrageous!" But outside of the Paul Jenkins/Jae Lee 12-issue maxi-series from about 10 years ago, it's hard to really put your finger on a really successful Inhumans run, Inhumans story. So we're hoping that this is a thing that really brings The Inhumans to the forefront, and we can make a go of it. It really is an incredible, epic story we have going here, and I think you're going to see Black Bolt in a whole new light by the time it's done.


    Oh! Oh! And there's a traitor in the midst.


    JM: A traitor in The Inhumans?

    JQ: Poss-i-bly.


    JM: Lockjaw.


    JQ: You knew? No, not Lockjaw. Dogs are inherently trustworthy. Cats, on the other hand, are traitorous, belligerent, little demons.


    JM: And we've established you can always trust the monkey. I gotta tell you, man, speaking of cats—some friends asked me to make this a Twitter-vention. They think you're getting out of hand.


    JQ: I may be. I may just be. Now my cat has a Twitter account. And I think he has close to over 100 followers.


    JM: How does a cat do that? How can it reach the space bar? There's no thumb!

    JQ: Yeah, I know…

    JM: Is it the dewclaw?

    JQ: Yeah, he's still go the dewclaws. And he's not very nice to me. He's very nasty. Check it out.
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    #13  Edited By John Valentine

    I really liked the first issue of Kingbreaker.

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    #14  Edited By Ball Buster

    I feel like a little kid on Christmas Eve.

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    #15  Edited By The Hottness

    this is going to be a good @$$ story

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    #16  Edited By John Valentine
    The Hottness said:
    "this is going to be a good @$$ story"

    Yup yup.
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    #17  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator

    Blackbolt vs. Vulcan=FAIL.

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    #18  Edited By King_Saturn
    This Is Gonna Be Some Hot SH!T
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    #19  Edited By John Valentine
    King Saturn said:
    "This Is Gonna Be Some Hot SH!T
    "
    Scorching.
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    #20  Edited By The Hottness

    nice avatar John

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    #21  Edited By John Valentine
    The Hottness said:
    "nice avatar John"
    Thank you.
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    #22  Edited By The_Scourge
    I wonder who the traitor is
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    #23  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator
    Fresh Prince said:
    "I wonder who the traitor is
    "
    The traitor among who? The Guardians of the Galaxy?
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    #24  Edited By The_Scourge

    Oh! Oh! And there's a traitor in the midst.


    JM: A traitor in The Inhumans?

    JQ: Poss-i-bly.


    JM: Lockjaw.


    JQ: You knew? No, not Lockjaw. Dogs are inherently trustworthy. Cats, on the other hand, are traitorous, belligerent, little demons.

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    #25  Edited By Lantern Prime
    Fresh Prince said:
    "Oh! Oh! And there's a traitor in the midst.


    JM: A traitor in The Inhumans?

    JQ: Poss-i-bly.


    JM: Lockjaw.


    JQ: You knew? No, not Lockjaw. Dogs are inherently trustworthy. Cats, on the other hand, are traitorous, belligerent, little demons."

    Lockjaw isn't for sure.
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    #26  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator

    If Lockjaw is a traitor....who cares? He's a dog!

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    #27  Edited By The_Scourge
    Its not going to be Lockjaw anywayz. Dogs are very trustworthy after all :P
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    #28  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator
    Fresh Prince said:
    "Its not going to be Lockjaw anywayz. Dogs are very trustworthy after all :P
    "
    There has been two dog traitors already.
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    #29  Edited By Lantern Prime
    Vance Astro said:
    "Fresh Prince said:
    "Its not going to be Lockjaw anywayz. Dogs are very trustworthy after all :P
    "
    There has been two dog traitors already."

    Like who?
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    #30  Edited By The_Scourge
    Well still it said that Lockjaw wasnt a traitor anyway :P
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    #31  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator
    Lantern Prime said:
    "Vance Astro said:
    "Fresh Prince said:
    "Its not going to be Lockjaw anywayz. Dogs are very trustworthy after all :P
    "
    There has been two dog traitors already."

    Like who?"
    Cosmo & Kerberos..In Secret Invasion.
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    #32  Edited By The_Scourge
    The traitor might be from the Inhumans...
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    #33  Edited By CM9

    In space every one will hear his scream=WIN!

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    #34  Edited By Mr. Wilson

    I really enjoyed the one-shot. 

    Has anyone else noticed Darkhawk's costume change?

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    #35  Edited By God's Son
    Mr. Wilson said:
    "I really enjoyed the one-shot. 

    Has anyone else noticed Darkhawk's costume change?"
    Yes..I did.
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    #36  Edited By The_Scourge
    Anyone read X-Men: Kingbreaker #2 here?
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    #37  Edited By The_Scourge

    Rating: RATED T+
    X-MEN: KINGBREAKER # 3

    The Story: The fuse has been lit in the Shi'Ar Empire and an intergalactic powder keg is about to explode. After the shocking events of last issue, the rest of the universe just found out how dangerous Vulcan is... but right now Vulcan is more concerned with a now free HAVOK and POLARIS. And as the ruthless new Imperial Guard hunts down MARVEL GIRL, everything begins to converge. Will there be any X-Men left to fight the WAR OF KINGS?
    Rated T+ …$3.99


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    Rating: RATED T+
    X-MEN: KINGBREAKER # 4
    The Story: The road to the WAR OF KINGS is paved here! The X-Men cosmic event of the year ends with a bang as the X-Men and Starjammers face the collective might of the Shi’Ar Empire. It’s a family affair as Havok fights his brother Vulcan and Lilandra takes on her sister Deathbird. Can the X-Men and Starjammers dethrone the mad Emperor?
    Rated T+ …$3.99


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    #38  Edited By Lady Tlieso
    Fresh Prince said:
    "Anyone read X-Men: Kingbreaker #2 here?
    "
    Yep! I liked it, I loved the ending. Havok & Polaris are my favorite couple, they;re so great together. Can;t wait for the next issue.
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    #39  Edited By The Morningstar

    I can't wait to read this. I bought the one shot and loved it, this is the only reason I buy Marvel now.

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    #40  Edited By HaloKing343

    I haven't followed Annihilation enough to be excited about WOK.

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    #41  Edited By Slinger
    HaloKing343 said:
    "I haven't followed Annihilation enough to be excited about WOK."
    You would be better served so far by reading Uncanny X-Men: Rise and Fall of the Shi'ar Empire, Silent War, and Inhumans: Secret Invasion. Reading Annihilation: Conquest could be helpful, but IMO, not necessary, so far.
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    #42  Edited By Mr. Wilson

    Not much is needed.  Get this free War of Kings saga:



    Its also online as well.

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    #43  Edited By Calix

    Things are shaping up really interesting. First I thought this was going to be your Vulcan vs the world but The Inhumans taking the Kree as their subjects, Blastar making his play thru the Negative Zone. Adam Warlock leading the Church of Truth. Worldmind of the Nova Force striking out on its own.

    This should be a very interesting read. especially considering that Osborn now represents the guy to beat in regards of earth just as Tony supposedly was in face of the Skrull threat.

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    #44  Edited By AtPhantom

    Spoilers alert!



    In the latest Guardians of the Galaxy, Starhawk says this:

    Can't you feel it? Can't you hear it?
    The king with no words has screamed in defiance, and his cry has split the universe in half.
    It's starting...
    ...The war that end everything.


    I think it's pretty safe to say the king with no words is Black Bolt, and I guess War of Kings is gonna have some pretty major consequences for the timeline.
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    #45  Edited By The_Scourge
    AtPhantom said:
    Can't you feel it? Can't you hear it?
    The king with no words has screamed in defiance, and his cry has split the universe in half.
    It's starting...
    ...The war that end everything.

    They always make Black Bolt sound so cool
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    #46  Edited By The_Scourge
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    WAR OF KINGS: DARKHAWK # 2
    The Story: Is Darkhawk ready to embrace his new role in the cosmos? What drives Chris Powell into unknown territory? What is the truth kept long hidden from him? And what side will he take in the War of Kings? The latest Marvel cosmic star is born here! Plus: a retro blast from the past as we reprint DARKHAWK #2!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


    In Stores: Mar 18, 2009



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    WAR OF KINGS: ASCENSION # 1
    The Story: A WAR OF KING tie-in! Who is Talon? What does he want with the young Earthman that ‘90s comic junkies know as Chris Powell? What is the shocking truth that connects the hero called Darkhawk not only to the Shi’Ar, but to the larger cosmos? And how does it all lead to a confrontation with Annihilus’ forces in the Negative Zone? It’s secret-revealing sci-fi action from the creative team that AintItCoolNews.com said has made NOVA “a great, fun book that brings back memories of fun superhero comics I read as a kid”!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


    In Stores: Apr 1, 2009


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    WAR OF KINGS: ASCENSION # 2
    The Story: Who are the Raptors? What have they done to Darkhawk? What is their connection to the Shi’Ar and the larger Marvel cosmos? The acclaimed creative team behind NOVA unveils more secrets and revelations about characters that will play key roles in WAR OF KINGS!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


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    #47  Edited By Erik
    Fresh Prince said:
    "
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    WAR OF KINGS: DARKHAWK # 2
    The Story: Is Darkhawk ready to embrace his new role in the cosmos? What drives Chris Powell into unknown territory? What is the truth kept long hidden from him? And what side will he take in the War of Kings? The latest Marvel cosmic star is born here! Plus: a retro blast from the past as we reprint DARKHAWK #2!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


    In Stores: Mar 18, 2009



    No Caption Provided
    WAR OF KINGS: ASCENSION # 1
    The Story: A WAR OF KING tie-in! Who is Talon? What does he want with the young Earthman that ‘90s comic junkies know as Chris Powell? What is the shocking truth that connects the hero called Darkhawk not only to the Shi’Ar, but to the larger cosmos? And how does it all lead to a confrontation with Annihilus’ forces in the Negative Zone? It’s secret-revealing sci-fi action from the creative team that AintItCoolNews.com said has made NOVA “a great, fun book that brings back memories of fun superhero comics I read as a kid”!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


    In Stores: Apr 1, 2009


    No Caption Provided
    WAR OF KINGS: ASCENSION # 2
    The Story: Who are the Raptors? What have they done to Darkhawk? What is their connection to the Shi’Ar and the larger Marvel cosmos? The acclaimed creative team behind NOVA unveils more secrets and revelations about characters that will play key roles in WAR OF KINGS!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


    In Stores: May 6, 2009



    "
    I think it is kind of cool how Darkhawk was complaining how he was always small time in Secret Invasion and now he is in the War of Kings. He may have gotten more than he bargained for. 
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    #48  Edited By The_Scourge
    I'm happy Darkhawks starting to have a bigger role in Marvel. I think he's going to make a big impact during War of Kings.
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    #49  Edited By The_Scourge
    Here are some more previews.

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    WAR OF KINGS # 1
    The Story: In the aftermath of the Secret Invasion, Black Bolt has led the Inhumans on a shockingly savage path to restore their strength and security. But that path has brought them into direct confrontation with the Shi’Ar Empire – and their mad ruler Vulcan! Who will get in the first strike? Who will fall on the bloody battlefield? Who will rule? The Imperial Guard, the Starjammers, the Inhuman Royal Family and more of your favorite sci-fi characters are locked on a collision course…and it all starts here! Join the acclaimed team
    of Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning (NOVA) and Paul Pelletier (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY) for a pivotal turning point in Marvel’s
    cosmic history!
    Rated T+ …$3.99
                                                                 In Stores: Mar 4, 2009


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    WAR OF KINGS # 2
    The Story: The cosmic heavyweights come out swinging! Black Bolt! Gladiator! The Inhumans! Vulcan! The Starjammers! As Kree outworlds burn, Shi’Ar forces move in for the kill—as first blood goes to Vulcan and the Imperial Guard! Can anything withstand the military juggernaut of Vulcan’s Imperium? And are the lines of allegiance drawn as clearly as it first appears? The major players make their big moves as the battle that will reshape the cosmic power structure rages on!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


    In Stores: Apr 1, 2009


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    WAR OF KINGS # 3
    The Story: Marvel’s next sci-fi spectacular rages on! Emperor Vulcan cuts loose, but will final victory depend less on military might and more on actions of the conscience? And how will the Inhuman known as Crystal and the Imperial Guardsman named Gladiator factor in to the escalating events? The balance of power in the Marvel Cosmos will change in the interstellar battle that IGN.com calls “the fight of the year”!
    Rated T+ …$3.99


    In Stores: May 6, 2009
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    #50  Edited By vance_astro  Moderator

    Bring on Kingbreaker #4.

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