The adventures of Kevin Matchstick continue in the final part of creator MATT WAGNER's classic trilogy of comics fantasy. In order to buy time for his family's ultimate protection, Kevin has made a distraction of himself. Drawing on the power of Excalibur, he creates a beacon for his enemies to find him, hoping to lure them into a trap. But the supernatural entity that appears to confront him is unlike any opponent he has ever faced and leads to an epic showdown. Can even the blazing power of Excalibur defend the Pendragon from the vengeful wrath of a Goddess? MAGE: THE HERO DENIED is a 15-issue limited series climaxing in a double-sized finale. This series will skip a publication month every four issues. THE HERO DENIED #5 returns in January after release of the TPB collection MAGE, BOOK TWO: THE HERO DEFINED, VOL. 3 in December.

Tells the story of cynical everyman Kevin Matchstick and the wily wizard who guides him out of his routine existence and the heroic destiny that awaits him.

This is it: the grand finale that's 35 years in the making! 56 PAGES (+8-page gatefold)

Matt Wagner's classic saga of comics fantasy continues in the third and final part of his epic MAGE trilogy. Hiding his true nature as the reborn Pendragon proves harder and harder for Kevin Matchstick after he encounters a unique and ominous mystical creature, one he believes might lead to his destiny. Struggling to explain this conundrum to Magda, Kevin turns to extraordinary means to track down his elusive prey. Meanwhile, the Umbra Sprite and her brood of Gracklethorns prepare a deadly test to determine the identity of the mythical Fisher King. Will Kevin's obsession lead him on a solitary quest, leaving his family potentially exposed and vulnerable? MAGE: THE HERO DENIED is a 15-issue limited series climaxing in a double-sized finale. Considered by many to be creator MATT WAGNER's masterpiece, MAGE has been a perennial favorite with old and new readers alike for nearly three decades.

Matt Wagner's classic saga of comics fantasy continues in the third and final part of his epic MAGE trilogy. Disaster has finally struck and torn Kevin Matchstick's family apart, leaving him bewildered and grief stricken. He desperately searches for any trace of where his loved ones might be held hostage, or if they are even still alive. Meanwhile, the sinister Gracklethorns are faced with their own family dilemma as the Umbra Mother reacts to mystical turmoil. Will Kevin at last find helpÉand the guidance he now needs even more urgently than ever? MAGE: THE HERO DENIED is a 15-issue limited series climaxing in a double-sized finale. Considered by many to be creator MATT WAGNER's masterpiece, MAGE has been an inspiration to many contemporary creators and a perennial favorite with old and new readers alike for decades.

MATT WAGNER's classic saga of comics fantasy continues in the third and final part of his epic MAGE trilogy. After encountering a rare and ominous mystical creature, Kevin Matchstick has enlisted black-market magic to obtain an enchanted potion that he hopes will help lead him to the Fisher King. Will his mystical quest lead to the fulfillment he so desperately seeksÉor leave his family more vulnerable than ever? Can even the Pendragon stave off a siege from the Faerie Realms and the schemes of the malevolent Umbra Sprite? MAGE: THE HERO DENIED is a 15-issue limited series climaxing in a double-sized finale. Considered by many to be creator MATT WAGNERÕs masterpiece, MAGE has been a perennial favorite with old and new readers alike for nearly three decades.

Finding direction at last, Kevin Matchstick attempts to rescue his family by laying siege to the fortress of the Umbra Sprite. With The Pendragon at the gate, Magda and Hugo must still face mystical pitfalls as they press onward, attempting to escape from the heart of their enemies' lair.