Media Release -- Marvel is pleased to announce that Thunderbolts #130, the second chapter of “Magnum Opus,” has sold out at Diamond (though copies may be available at the retail level) and will return soon with Thunderbolts #130 Second Printing Variant! From acclaimed writer Andy Diggle and red-hot artist Bong Dazo comes the rip-roaring action packed battle between two of the Marvel U’s most mightiest forces! It’s Harry Osborn’s deadly covert team, the Thunderbolts, versus the “Merc with a mouth,” Deadpool! After the last exciting (and sold out!) chapter of “Magnum Opus,” Deadpool has his crosshairs aimed right on the Thunderbolts! But don’t expect this terrifying team of crazed covert ops to just lie down and keel so easily! Things are gonna get nasty, folks! Plus, a brand-spankin new cover featuring the interiors of artist Bong Dazo!

Don’t miss the book that reviewers can’t stop raving about:

“A good series built around a strong premise and filled with an oddball cast.” – Timothy Callahan, ComicBookResources.com

“The action is fast and frenetic…it's a quick entertaining read! – Kevin Fuller, IGN.com

“Andy Diggle does an excellent job of capturing Deadpool's very unique "voice…A solid issue.” – Dan Hill, ComicsBulletin.com

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on DEADPOOL and remaining chapters of "Magnum Opus", as the heart stopping crossover event continues to generate great buzz and quick sell-outs. Be sure to catch all the non-stop explosive action in action in Thunderbolts #130 Second Printing Variant!

"MAGNUM OPUS," PART 2 OF 4

THUNDERBOLTS #130 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (FEB098567)
Written by ANDY DIGGLE
Penciled by BONG DAZO
Cover by FRANCESCO "MATT" MATTINA
Variant Cover by CLINT LANGLEY
Rated T+ …$2.99
On-Sale Now!

“MAGNUM OPUS,” PART 1 OF 4

DEADPOOL #8 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (FEB098229)
Written by DANIEL WAY
Penciled by PACO MEDINA
Parental Advisory …$2.99
FOC—4/2/09, On-Sale – 4/22/09

"MAGNUM OPUS," PART 3 OF 4

DEADPOOL #9 (FEB092520)
Written by DANIEL WAY
Penciled by PACO MEDINA
Cover by JASON PEARSON
Parental Advisory …$2.99
On-Sale – 4/1/09

"MAGNUM OPUS," PART 4 OF 4

THUNDERBOLTS #131 (FEB092521)
THUNDERBOLTS #131 LANGLEY VARIANT (FEB092521)
Written by ANDY DIGGLE
Penciled by BONG DAZO
Cover by FRANCESCO "MATT" MATTINA
Variant Cover by CLINT LANGLEY
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC – 4/9/09, On-Sale – 4/29/09