The War of Kings is approaching and the road to this jaw-dropping event begins in Guardians of the Galaxy #7-now featuring a variant cover by classic Guardians of the Galaxy artist Jim Valentino! Acclaimed writing duo Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning, along with fan favorite artist Paul Pelletier, begin a bold new era for the Guardians with a new story arc, a new team... and a missing Star-Lord! How will the team cope? Who will join their ranks? And is Rocket Raccoon really leading the team now? One thing's for sure-expect the unexpected!

"Dan, Andy and Paul are doing a great job on this series and I'm honored to be a small part of the continuing Guardians history they're creating," said Valentino. 

If you've missed the series that IGN.com calls "right on par with Marvel's very best titles" then don't miss Guardians of the Galaxy #7, as War of Kings' first shots are fired! 

GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #7 (SEP082339)
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #7 VALENTINO VARIANT (AUG088017)
Written by DAN ABNETT & ANDY LANNING
Penciled by PAUL PELLETIER
Cover by CLINT LANGLEY
Variant Cover by JIM VALENTINO, CHANCE WOLF and GURU eFX
Rated T+ ... $2.99
FOC-11/6/08, On-Sale-11/26/08