On The Shelf: @DarkHorseComics Solicitations for July 2016

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ABES #35 FC FNL 4x6Abe Sapien #35

 

Mike Mignola (W), Scott Allie (W), Max Fiumara (A/Cover), Dave Stewart (C), and Sebastián Fiumara (Cover)

On sale July 13

FC, 32 pages

$3.50

Ongoing

The necromancer Gustav Strobl demonstrates his newfound power as Abe Sapien reaches England in the final calm before the storm of Dark and Terrible.

 

ALDEF #4 FC FNL 4x6Aliens: Defiance #4

 

Brian Wood (W), Riccardo Burchielli (A), Dan Jackson (C), and Massimo Carnevale (Cover)

 

On sale July 27

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

Colonial Marine Private Zula Hendricks is AWOL deep in space along with the combat synthetic Davis 01, chasing the trail of the xenomorph threat. But in the eerie quiet of a space graveyard the ghosts of her past are catching up with her, and Weyland-Yutani isn’t far behind.

 

 

AC CVR Mockup FNL 4x6Angel Catbird Volume 1 TP

 

Margaret Atwood (W), Johnnie Christmas (A/Cover), and Tamra Bonvillain (C)

On sale Sept 6

FC, 112 pages

$10.99

TP, 6” x 9”

Internationally best-selling and respected novelist Margaret Atwood and acclaimed artist Johnnie Christmas collaborate for one of the most highly anticipated comic book and literary events of 2016!

A young genetic engineer is accidentally mutated by his own experiment when his DNA is merged with that of a cat and an owl. What follows is a humorous, action-driven, pulp-inspired superhero adventure—with a lot of cat puns.

 

ASTBOYOV5 CVR SOL 4x6Astro Boy Omnibus Volume 5 TP

 

Osamu Tezuka (W/A/Cover)

On sale Sept 28

b&w, 688 pages

$19.99

TP, 4 1/2” x 6 1/2″

Taking his second century by storm, Astro Boy remains the robot of choice for legions of readers worldwide. In this volume, Astro must stop the completion of a deadly robot built from alien blueprints, explosive Astro Boy balloons terrorize Tokyo, the very first appearance of Astro Boy from 1952, and more! 

 

ATLBSS HC CVR SOL 4X6Avatar: The Last Airbender—North and South Part One TP

 

Gene Luen Yang (W), Michael Dante DiMartino (W), Bryan Konietzko (W), and Gurihiru (A/C/Cover)

On sale Sept 14

FC, 80 pages

$10.99

TP, 6” x 9”

When Aang leaves to aid Zuko with the Kemurikage, Katara and Sokka return to the Southern Water Tribe by themselves. Katara is shocked to find that her beloved village has become a bustling city, with none other than their father, Hakoda, in charge! A northerner named Malina seems to be behind this change, pushing the North and South to be more unified . . . but what are her true goals?

Avatar: The Last Airbender—Smoke and Shadow Library Edition HC

Gene Luen Yang (W), Michael Dante DiMartino (W), Bryan Konietzko (W), and Gurihiru (A/C/Cover)

On sale Sept 21

FC, 240 pages

$39.99

HC, 9” x 12”

The Fire Nation is threatened by a prophecy told by the Kemurikage—mysterious figures thought only to exist in legend: “Remove Zuko from the throne or the country will perish!” Unrest is brewing as the New Ozai Society prepares to make its move against the Crown, and children begin to go missing from their homes under mysterious circumstances! Avatar Aang and his friends are doing everything in their power to save them—but will it be enough?

This special oversized edition features parts 1–3 with annotations by writer Gene Luen Yang and artists Gurihiru and a sketchbook section with new behind-the-scenes material!

 

 

BEG #4 FC FNL 4x6Baltimore: Empty Graves #4 (of 5)

 

Mike Mignola (W), Christopher Golden (W), Peter Bergting (A), Dave Stewart (C), and Ben Stenbeck (Cover)

On sale July 6

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Miniseries

Led to a sultan’s tomb in their search for the Blood-Red Witch, Baltimore and his companions get answers from unexpected sources that will lead them not only to the witch, but to the Red King as well.

 

 

BBLIOF TPB CVR 4x6 SOLThe Battles of Bridget Lee: Invasion of Farfall TP

 

Ethan Young (W/A/Cover)

On sale Sept 21

FC, 80 pages

$10.99

TP, 7” x 10”

 

There is no longer a generation that remembers a time before the Marauders invaded Earth. Bridget Lee, an ex–combat medic now residing at the outpost Farfall, may be the world’s last hope. But Bridget will need to overcome her own fears before she can save her people. Her legend begins here.

 

BKHMR #1 FC FNL 4x6BKHMR #1 VARIANT FC FNL 4x6Black Hammer #1

 

Jeff Lemire (W/Variant cover), Dean Ormston (A/Cover), and Dave Stewart (C)

On sale July 20

FC, 32 pages

$2.99

Ongoing

 

A new story from the prodigious brain of Jeff Lemire (Descender), amazingly realized by Dean Ormston (The Sandman) and Dave Stewart (Hellboy)!

Once they were heroes, but that age has long since passed. Banished from existence by a multiversal crisis, the old champions of Spiral City—Abraham Slam, Golden Gail, Colonel Weird, Madame Dragonfly, and Barbalien—now lead simple lives in a timeless farming town. Even as they try to find their way home, trouble has a unique way of finding heroes wherever they are!

 

RAT QUEENS MEETS FIREFLY!

 

BOUNTY #1 FC FNL 4x6Bounty #1 (of 10)

 

Kurtis Wiebe (W), Mindy Lee (A/Cover), and Leonardo Olea (C)

On sale July 6

FC, 40 pages

$3.99

Miniseries

The Gadflies were the most wanted criminals in the galaxy—robbing corporations to redistribute wealth to the destitute. Now, with a bounty to match their reputation, the Gadflies are forced to abandon banditry for a career as bounty hunters . . . ’cause if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em—then rob ’em blind! 

 

BPRDHE #143 FC FNL 4x6B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #143

 

Mike Mignola (W), John Arcudi (W), Laurence Campbell (A), Dave Stewart (C), and Duncan Fegredo (Cover)

On sale July 20

FC, 32 pages

$3.50

Ongoing

Kate and Panya argue over abandoning BPRD headquarters, while in New York City Johann and Liz fight a seemingly unstoppable opponent as the Ogdru Jahad spawns dozens more monsters by the hour.

 

BPRDHEV14 TPB CVR 4x6 SOLB.P.R.D. Hell on Earth Volume 14: The Exorcist TP

 

Mike Mignola (W), Cameron Stewart (W/A), Chris Roberson (W), Mike Norton (A), Dave Stewart (C), and Laurence Campbell (Cover)

On sale Sept 21

FC, 144 pages

$19.99

TP, 7” x 10”

BPRD field agent Ashley Strode attempts to purge a demon from a hundred-year-old exorcist, utilizing a deadly rite that sends both of them into a spiritual hell. When she returns, her commitment to fighting the forces of evil in the world leads her to a rural town where a demon-worshiping cult is believed to be kidnapping children.

Collects B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: Exorcism #1–#2 and B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #140–#142.

 

 

BUFFYS10 #29 FC FNL 4x6BUFFYS10 #29 VARIANT FC FNL 4x6Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 10 #29

 

Christos Gage (W), Rebekah Isaacs (A/Variant cover), Dan Jackson (C), and Steve Morris (Cover)

On sale July 20

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

The Big Bad is revealed—and so is Ghost Anya! Buffy and the Scoobies know what they are up against, but will they be able to stop the current world-ending course of events?

 

CONANONV20 HC CVR 4x6 SOLConan Volume 20: A Witch Shall Be Born HC

 

Fred Van Lente (W), Brian Ching (A), José Luis (P), Andy Owens (I), Michael Atiyeh (C), and Paul Renaud (Cover)

On sale Sept 7

FC, 152 pages

$24.99

HC, 7” x 10”

Writer Fred Van Lente’s incredible run on Conan reaches its epic conclusion! This spellbinding volume features an evil witch bent on vengeance against her twin sister, as well as what is perhaps the most famous event in the Conan mythos—Conan’s crucifixion! Collects issues #20–#25 of Conan the Avenger.

 

CONANTS #1 30TH VARIANT FC FNL 4X6CONANTS #1 FC FNL 4x6Conan the Slayer #1

 

Cullen Bunn (W), Sergio Dávila (A), Michael Atiyeh (C), Lee Bermejo (Cover), Mark Schultz (Variant cover), and Dave Stewart (C)

On sale July 13

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

Alone, battle weary, and with nothing but his sword, Conan of Cimmeria faces his inevitable death in the arid wastes . . . but instead stumbles into a camp of Kozaki raiders. With a knife at his throat and a band of Turanian hunters at his back, will the half-dead barbarian find a new ally in the Kozaki chief?

 

CRYPTCY #2 FC FNL 4x6Cryptocracy #2

 

Van Jensen (W) and Pete Woods (A/Cover)

On sale July 27

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

The Nine Families have ruled civilization from the shadows for time beyond memory. But now, for the first time, they are being hunted. Family leaders begrudgingly forge an alliance to discover the hunter’s identity, but in so doing only place themselves in greater danger.

 

 

DAPBK FC FNL 4x6Dragon Age: Inquisition—The Poster Collection TP

Various (A)

On sale Sept 28

FC, 42 pages

$24.99

TP, 12” x 16”

Collecting twenty premium-quality posters from BioWare’s fan-favorite, award-winning fantasy video game epic! Dark Horse is proud to present this assembly of removable prints, featuring gorgeous art hand selected by the game’s creators. Whether you’re a hardcore fan or new to the world of Dragon Age, this beautiful poster book is not to be missed!

 

DHP3 #24 FC FNL 4x6Dark Horse Presents #24

 

Caleb Goellner (W), Al Gordon (W), Carla Speed McNeil (W/A), Rich Woodall (W), Michael T. Gilbert (W/A), Dean Motter (W/A), Buster Moody (A), Bo Hampton (A), Craig Rousseau (A), and Geof Darrow (Cover)

On sale July 20

FC, 48 pages

$4.99

Ongoing

This month, follow reluctant astronaut Brad as he traverses an unknown planet in the hilarious space adventureSlothed in Space, featuring the work of Caleb Goellner and Buster Moody!

Plus, all-new chapters of Al Gordon and Bo Hampton’s The Once and Future Tarzan, Carla Speed McNeil’sFinder: Chase the Lady, Rich Woodall and Craig Rousseau’s Kyrra: Alien Jungle Girl, Michael T. Gilbert’s Mr. Monster, and Dean Motter’s Mister X: Pokerface! 

 

DRCR CVR 4x6 SOLDear Creature HC

 

Jonathan Case (W/A/Cover)

On sale Sept 28

b&w, 192 pages

$22.99

HC, 7” x 10”

Deep beneath the waves Grue discovers love after finding Shakespeare’s plays in cola bottles. When his first attempt at companionship in the world above ends . . . poorly, Grue searches for the person who cast the plays into the sea. What he finds is love in the arms of Giulietta―but with his wicked past catching up to him, Grue must decide if becoming a new man means ignoring the monster he was.

 

DEPTH #4 FC FNL 4x6Dept. H #4

 

Matt Kindt (W/A/Cover) and Sharlene Kindt (C)

On sale July 20

FC, 28 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

From New York Times best-selling author Matt Kindt (MIND MGMT, Past Aways, Super Spy)!

With time running out, Mia launches a final, desperate attempt to rescue her brother. But the mission is endangered as soon as it begins when the crew encounters the dangers of the ocean floor: earthquakes, lava, and the creatures that lurk in the deep.
WFANV2 CVR SOL 4x6The EC Archives: Weird Fantasy Volume 2 HC

 

Bill Gaines (W), Al Feldstein (W/A), Wally Wood (W/A), Jack Kamen (A), George Roussos (A), Joe Orlando (A), Max Elkan (A), Marie Severin (C), and Carlos Badilla (C)

On sale Sept 28

FC, 216 pages

$49.99

HC, 8 3/16” x 11”

The fantasies just get weirder at Dark Horse! This wonderful and bizarre volume collects issues #7–#12 of the groundbreaking comics anthology—remastered in glorious digital color! Featuring twenty-four breathtaking tales from iconic writers and artists including Al Feldstein, Jack Kamen, George Roussos, Wally Wood, Joe Orlando, and Max Elkan.

 

EERIEARCV22 4x6 SOLEerie Archives Volume 22 HC

 

Larry Hama (W), Bruce Jones (W), Alfredo Alcala (A), Val Mayerik (A), and Pablo Marcos (A)

On sale Sept 7

FC, 256 pages

$49.99

HC, 8” x 11”

Alien terrors and celestial double crosses abound in Cousin Eerie’s latest collection of strange suspense and science-fiction fright! Collecting Eerie issues #104 to #108, this tome features stories by Bruce Jones, Larry Hama, Pablo Marcos, Paul Gulacy, Alfredo Alcala, Jose Ortiz, and more! Introduction by Frank Barbiere. 

 

EQFQ #15 FC FNL 4x6ElfQuest: The Final Quest #15

 

Wendy Pini (W/A/Cover) and Richard Pini (W)

On sale July 27

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

After months of tracking, the Wolfrider rescue party finally discovers Cutter in the clutches of an eerie new tribe of elves. But are they too late to reclaim their chief from the edge of madness? Meanwhile, the Djunslander warships have reached the shores of Iceholt, home of the reborn Father Tree. Will the elves’ cherished home fall to the hordes of human mercenaries?

 

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A BATTLE FOR THE AGES!

 

GROOFG #1 FC FNL 4x6Groo: Fray of the Gods #1

 

Sergio Aragonés (W/A/Cover), Mark Evanier (W), and Tom Luth (C)

 

On sale July 20

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

 

The gods did not bless Groo with brains, only with the ability to battle. Now, they themselves are in conflict over the spirit and future of mankind . . . and it is Groo who becomes the pawn (unwitting, of course) in their war. If the future of humanity depends on the wanderer—we’re all in a lot of trouble.

 

It’s the basis for the new twelve-issue Groo limited series, Groo: Fray of the Gods, featuring a fable told by the same old guys as always: Sergio Aragonés and Mark Evanier, with Tom Luth coloring, and Stan Sakai on the lettering pen.

 

 

 

“I cannot recommend this book enough.”—Major Spoilers

 

HARROWC #14 COVER 4x6 COMP SOLICITHarrow County #14

 

Cullen Bunn (W) and Tyler Crook (A/Cover)

 

On sale July 13

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

 

Emmy encounters more strangers in Harrow County, mysterious and powerful with supernatural abilities. As she learns more about the strange brood that claims to be her family, she is lured further into their world. But staying with them will have a dire cost for Emmy—and all of Harrow County.

 

HARROWCV3 TPB COVER 4x6 COMP SOLICITHarrow County Volume 3: Snake Doctor TP

 

Cullen Bunn (W), Tyler Crook (A/C/Cover), Carla Speed McNeil (A), Hannah Christenson (A/C), and Jenn Manley Lee (C)

 

On sale Sept 14

FC, 136 pages

$14.99

TP, 7” x 10”

The Skinless Boy seeks to understand the mysteries of his past, Emmy investigates a haunted house, and a malevolent serpent sows madness and malice in the minds of the Holler’s residents. Collects issues #9–#12 of the hit series!

 

HOPEN #4 FC FNL 4x6House of Penance #4 (of 6)

 

Peter Tomasi (W), Ian Bertram (A/Cover), and Dave Stewart (C)

On sale July 20

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Miniseries

A tale of horror from creator Peter Tomasi (Batman and Robin, Green Lantern), illustrated by the terrifyingly talented Ian Bertram (Bowery Boys, Batman: Eternal)!

The chaotic construction is no longer enough to keep Sarah’s ghosts at bay, so she tries something more extreme to ease her conscience. Peck’s nightmares are growing worse, too. Brought together by their dark visions, the heiress and the outlaw are getting closer, but Sarah’s sister doesn’t like it one bit.

 

LOKPBK CVR 4x6 SOLThe Legend of Korra—The Poster Collection TP

 

Various (A)

On sale Sept 28

FC, 42 pages

$24.99

TP, 12” x 16”

Regarded as one of the highest-quality shows on TV, The Legend of Korra has garnered critical acclaim, dozens of awards, and thousands of fans since its 2012 debut. Relive all of your favorite moments with this oversized poster collection packed with stunning scenery and extraordinary characters!

 

LJOHNMMM #3 FC FNL 4x6Lobster Johnson: Metal Monsters of Midtown #3 (of 3)

 

Mike Mignola (W), John Arcudi (W), Tonci Zonjic (A/Cover), and Dave Stewart (C)

On sale July 27

FC, 32 pages

$3.50

Miniseries

The giant robot invasion of New York comes to a showdown when the Lobster has to get into a machine’s head to drive it out of the city.

 

LWC2100 TPB CVR 4x6 SOLLone Wolf 2100: Chase the Setting Sun TP

 

Eric Heisserer (W), Miguel Sepulveda (A), Javier Mena (C), and Brian Kalin O’Connell (Cover)

On sale Sept 14

FC, 104 pages

$15.99

TP, 6” x 9”

AD 2100: The world has been devastated by a manmade plague. Young Daisy Ogami is infected but unaffected. In her blood can be found a cure that will save humanity, but the remaining world powers are less concerned with preserving humanity and more with being the first nation to return to power.

Unfortunately for them, Daisy has a protector: a loyal android named Itto. Together, they set out across the Plague Lands looking for a way to save the world! Collects issues #1–#4.

 

MAE #3 FC FNL 4x6Mae #3

 

Gene Ha (W/A/Cover) and Wesley Hartman (C)

On sale July 27

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

As Mae and her sister venture deeper into the fantasy world on the hunt for their kidnapped father, the sisters find new supernatural allies and meet dangerous enemies determined to bring them down.

Gene Ha was awarded the 1994 Russ Manning Most Promising Newcomer Award and has won four Eisner Awards.

 

MSVNW HC 4x6 SOLThe Massive: Ninth Wave Library Edition HC

 

Brian Wood (W), Garry Brown (A), Jordie Bellaire (C), and J. P. Leon (Cover)

On sale Sept 14

FC, 152 pages

$24.99

HC, 8” x 12”

In the pages of The Massive, Ninth Wave was struggling to repair a broken world. But before that, it was the preeminent global environmental-rescue unit, taking on criminals, polluters, politicians, and rogue states.

Critically acclaimed writer Brian Wood and artist Garry Brown go back to the beginning with the Ninth Wave environmental action unit, sharing stories from the front lines of the eco-war in The Massive: Ninth Wave #1–#6, now collected in a beautiful hardcover perfect for any library collection.

 

TRLBR HC CVR 4x6Neil Gaiman’s Troll Bridge HC

 

Neil Gaiman (W) and Colleen Doran (W/A/Cover)

 

On sale Sept 21

FC, 64 pages

$14.99

HC, 6.5” x 10”

Young Jack’s world was full of ghosts and ghouls, but one monster—a ravenous and hideous troll—would haunt him long into manhood. As the beast sups upon a lifetime of Jack’s fear and regret, Jack must find the courage within himself to face the fiend once and for all!

 

NLWCV10 CVR SOL 4X6New Lone Wolf and Cub Volume 10 TP

 

Kazuo Koike (W) and Hideki Mori (A/Cover)

 

On sale Sept 7

b&w, 232 pages

$13.99

TP, 5” x 7 1/8”

Tōgō Shigekata and Daigoro have battled to the gates of Edo but now plunge into the rugged mountains east of the capital to find an eccentric hermit swordsmith whose black-steel blades can shatter a dōtanuki battle sword. That is, if Mamiya Rinzō’s mountain warriors don’t reach him first!

 

 

PVZPM HC CVR 4x6 SOLPlants vs. Zombies Volume 5: Petal to the Metal HC

 

Paul Tobin (W), Ron Chan (A/Cover), and Matthew J. Rainwater (C)

On sale Sept 7

FC, 80 pages

$9.99

HC, 6” x 9”

Sun-powered, plant-driven speedsters versus imp-powered, zombie-driven hot rods! Let the races begin! Crazy Dave takes on the incredibly tough Don’t Blink video game—and he also challenges Dr. Zomboss to a series of races to determine the future of Neighborville! The car-filled competition is underway! Paul Tobin and Ron Chan return to deliver another hilarious zombie battle to your burg! Collects issues #7–#9 of the series.

 

 

PVJDVALSD #1 FC LA 4x6PVJDVALSD #1 FC FNL 4x6Predator vs. Judge Dredd vs. Aliens #1 (of 4)

 

John Layman (W), Chris Mooneyham (A), Michael Ayiyeh (C), and Glenn Fabry (Cover)

 

On sale July 27

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Miniseries

The ultimate science-fiction crossover pits the legendary lawman Judge Dredd against the universe’s supreme hunters, the Predators, as they both try to survive an onslaught by the galaxy’s ultimate killing machines, the Aliens!

 

 

 

PMTLD #2 FC FNL 4x6Prometheus: Life and Death #2 (of 4)

 

Dan Abnett (W), Andrea Mutti (A), Rain Beredo (C), and David Palumbo (Cover)

On sale July 13

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Miniseries

The Engineer’s ship finally makes planetfall, and the Colonial Marine stowaways find themselves on a world even more deadly than the one they left behind!

The Life and Death story cycle becomes the sequel to Fire and Stone as the characters end up on LV-223—the planet of Prometheus!

 

SHGLS #5 FC FNL 4x6The Shadow Glass #5 (of 6)

 

Aly Fell (W/A/Cover)

On sale July 20

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Miniseries

Rosalind sets out to avenge the death of her father but makes a mistake that could be fatal for her and the creature in the Shadow Glass.

 

 

TR2 #6 FC FNL 4x6Tomb Raider #6

 

Mariko Tamaki (W), Phillip Sevy (A), Michael Atiyeh (C), and Agustin Alessio (Cover)

On sale July 27

FC, 32 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

Eisner Award–winning writer Mariko Tamaki’s exhilarating first arc comes to a close!

Professor Demur has located a mushroom said to grant the impossible in a feat that nearly cost him his life—and Lara’s! However, danger still lingers, and it’s stalking Lara Croft!

 

 

UY #156 FC FNL 4x6Usagi Yojimbo #156

 

Stan Sakai (W/A/Cover)

On sale July 20

FC, 24 pages

$3.99

Ongoing

Part 2 of “The Secret of the Hell Screen”!

While the vicious murder of a samurai at a remote temple is investigated, the assassin returns! Now with two murders to solve in connection with the Hell Screen, Inspector Ishida is no closer to finding the killer. Meanwhile, the son of the Screen’s painter surfaces at the temple! Usagi acts as bait to lure the culprit in . . . but has the killer been under their noses the entire time?

 

 

UYSAGAV7 TPB CVR 4x6 SOLThe Usagi Yojimbo Saga Volume 7 TP & Ltd. Ed. HC

 

Stan Sakai (W/A/Cover)

 

On sale Sept 21

b&w, 624 pages

$24.99

TP, 7” x 10”

On sale Sept 21

b&w, 624 pages

$79.99

Ltd. Ed. HC, 7” x 10”

 

This seventh volume includes “Traitors of the Earth,” in which Usagi faces the undead, “A Town Called Hell,” wherein Usagi is caught between two competing gang lords, “Those Who Tread on the Scorpion’s Tail,” which pits Usagi against the notorious Red Scorpions, and more!

Collects Usagi Yojimbo Volume Three #117–#138 and the Free Comic Book Day 2009 story “One Dark and Stormy Night.”

 

 

WDET #2 FC FNL 4x6Weird Detective #2 (of 5)

 

Fred Van Lente (W), Guiu Vilanova (A/Cover), and Mauricio Wallace (C)

 

On sale July 20

FC, 48 pages

$3.99

Miniseries

Det. Sebastian Greene is on the case to capture the Lovecraftian monster leaving the empty skins of human victims all over New York City and uncover its connection to a blasphemous crime family. At the same time, his partner, Det. Sana Fayez, tries to uncover Greene’s sanity-blasting secret, but can her mind survive learning the weird detective’s true identity?

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