Archive for the 'Comics' Category
April 5th, 2012 by Gregg Senko
With all the stories that have been written in the comic book world, it can sometimes be difficult to wonder what else is left. Well, how about this? Take the two biggest heroic forces in the Marvel Universe, and pit them against each other in a massive slugfest for the ages. Sound good? Or does it sound like a potentially epic story that also doubles as a fanboy’s dream come true? This eruptive combination came to reality yesterday, April 4th, as the two super teams dropped the gloves in issue #1 of Avengers vs. X-Men. Continue reading ‘‘Avengers vs. X-Men’ Makes Explosive Debut’
January 23rd, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
When Steve Niles (Criminal Macabre, 30 Days of Night) premiered artwork from his upcoming collaboration with artist Menton3 (Monocyte, Proof: Endangered, Crawl to Me) via his Twitter feed, speculation and anticipation spread like wildfire across the Internet. Today, Dark Horse is proud to announce that this new vampiric tale will premiere in Dark Horse Presents! The Black Plague was a time of death and misery . . . except for the undead. For vampires, the Black Death was a welcome relief from being hunted and a time of incredible growth for the undead. On the night of their wedding, two vampire lovers are torn apart and separated for five hundred years, setting off a sequence of events that will bring the modern world to its knees! Continue reading ‘Dark Horse Comics’ ‘The Nosferatu Wars’ due in 2012′
October 6th, 2011 by Gregg Senko
The final week of issue 1’s from DC’s New 52 have been released and the public has had their day in the sun to review them. While I didn’t get to every issue that came out last week, I did take a look at six of the titles. I passed on David Finch’s The Dark Knight, simply because I’m not big on the idea of stopping a series three or four issues into it, then rebooting it right away. Plus, that title did not receive favorable reviews on Comixology, so in its place, I went with the lesser known I, Vampire. With other titles like Superman and the Flash gracing last week’s releases, week four saw the New 52 first-issue premiers going out with a bang…or was it more like a pop?
Continue reading ‘Final Week of ‘New 52’ Issue 1 Releases’
September 28th, 2011 by Gregg Senko
The final week of The New 52 is upon us, and while I will have a review of multiple titles next week, today is going to focus on a character DC has had trouble delivering to readers on a more serious level. Aquaman. The sea-farring superhero turned 70 this week, debuting in issue #73 of More Fun Comics on September 25, 1941. He gets his reboot today. How appropo.
Continue reading ‘Aquaman #1 – The New 52’
September 22nd, 2011 by Gregg Senko
Yesterday witnessed another barrage of DC Comics restarts as we get closer to the final launch date. Though September 21st’s releases consisted of twelve titles, we’re going to take a quick look at half of those, including DC standouts Batman and Wonder Woman. It’s hard to believe four of the five ‘New 52’ release dates are already said and done. So far, personal favorites include Animal Man, Batwing, Justice League, and the Red Lanterns. How does this week compare? Let’s find out… Continue reading ‘September 21st ‘New 52’ Releases from DC’
September 14th, 2011 by Gregg Senko
After today, there are only two more Wednesdays of release dates that restart 52 DC titles at issue 1. While I was unable to get my hands on issue 1 of Deathstroke (sold out) or a few of the other DC notables today, I did pick up six other firsts. Read on to see what’s worth a buy and what’s worth leaving on the shelf.
Continue reading ‘Today’s ‘New 52’ Releases from DC’
September 8th, 2011 by Gregg Senko
DC Comics’ ‘New 52’ mass reboot of 52 of their titles is already a huge success. A good handful of these titles are already out in stores. Check out DC’s schedule to see what issue 1’s you may have missed and what’s right around the corner… Continue reading ‘DC Comics Schedule of ‘The New 52’’
September 7th, 2011 by Gregg Senko
One of the many titles of DC’s New 52 on the release agenda is the brand new character Batwing, which, as you can guess, comes from the Batman universe. The artwork caught my eye a few weeks back, but not having much to go on as far as background is concerned resulted in me not putting this high on my want-list. Oh how that has changed.
Continue reading ‘Batwing Makes DC Debut’
September 3rd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Everyone is after fugitive Jedi Dass Jennir. An assassin broke into an Imperial facility seeking information about Jennir’s whereabouts, and the specifics of what was stolen have put Darth Vader on Jennir’s trail-with the Emperor’s blessing! Even the outlaw crew of the Uhumele are searching for their erstwhile companion. Continue reading ‘Star Wars: Dark Times—Out of the Wilderness #2’
August 21st, 2011 by Gregg Senko
Never has a comic book publisher done what DC is about to. Through a great deal of planning, caution and artistic development, the home of Superman and Batman will reset 52 of its titles, many of which are already deep into the hundreds, to issue 1. What would cause the company to create such a mammoth undertaking and erase the history of so many of its long-running titles?
Continue reading ‘DC Prepares to Unleash ‘The New 52’’
July 21st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Today at San Diego Comic-Con 2011, IDW Publishing announced an all-new horror series with acclaimed creators Steve Niles and Bernie Wrightson. FRANKENSTEIN ALIVE, ALIVE will launch in 2012, picking up right where Mary Shelley’s classic tale ends. “This is an idea that’s been rattling around somewhere in the back of my mind for a good many years,” said Wrightson. “I mentioned it to Steve and we started talking. In about two minutes I realized that not only were we on the same page, we shared a vision. I’m very excited to see this finally happening. It’s going to be lot of fun.” Continue reading ‘Wrightson and Niles Forge ‘Frankenstein Alive, Alive!’’
July 15th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
In anticipation of Comic-Con International: San Diego 2011, IDW Publishing today announced H.P. LOVECRAFT’S THE DUNWICH HORROR, a comic series with a modern take on Lovecraft’s timeless short story of terror The Dunwich Horror. Starting in October, author Joe R. Lansdale and artist Peter Bergting bring to the 21st century audience classic horrors that influenced many prominent authors, most notably Stephen King, who cites Lovecraft as the largest influence on his own writing. “It’s flattering to be working on a Lovecraft project, one of the most influential horror writers of all time,” said Lansdale, a seven-time Bram Stoker Award winner. Continue reading ‘IDW Announces H.P. Lovecraft Adaptation Comic Series’
July 15th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Adding to the growing excitement for San Diego Comic-Con, IDW Publishing today announced MONOCYTE, an all-new four-issue comic series launching in October. Written by breakthrough artist menton3 with Kasra Ghanbari, with art and covers by menton3 (Zombies vs Robots Aventure, Silent Hill: Past Life), MONOCYTE brings readers to a scarred world where time has no meaning, ruled by two warring immortal races. “I had the wonderful opportunity to work with menton3 on IDW’s Silent Hill: Past Life miniseries,” said IDW senior staff writer and editor, Tom Waltz. “His work on that book was phenomenal and I knew all along he was destined to be a mega-star in this industry. MONOCYTE proves I was right!” Continue reading ‘Immortality Takes a Dark Turn in IDW’s ‘MONOCYTE’’
June 24th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
IDW Publishing and Sony Pictures Consumer Products are thrilled to announce the launch of an all-new, ongoing GHOSTBUSTERS comic book series. Spinning out of IDW’s hit Infestation event, and featuring Ghostbusters: Infestation scribe Erik Burham, the ghost hunters from New York City are back with exciting new adventures starting in September. Helping Burnham bring this zany story of the dead to life will be fan-favorite artist Dan Schoening (Ghostbusters: What in Samhain Just Happened?!) and popular IDW Ghostbusters cover artist Nick Runge. Continue reading ‘IDW Announces ‘Ghostbusters’ Ongoing Series’
June 3rd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
IDW Publishing and HBO®, Inc. are pleased to announce the continuation of their mega-hit comic series with TRUE BLOOD: THE FRENCH QUARTER, an all-new six-issue story arc beginning in August, 2011. Trubies’ favorite characters return, including mind-reading waitress Sookie Stackhouse and vampire Sherif Eric Northman, who join forces to track down a killer in New Orleans. Intrigue and suspense will follow Sookie and Eric, as will Bill Compton, in IDW’s TRUE BLOOD: THE FRENCH QUARTER, based entirely in the supernatural world of the critically-acclaimed HBO hit television show. Continue reading ‘All New True Blood® Comic Story Debuts In August’
May 5th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
IDW Publishing is pleased to announce the launch of CRAWL TO ME, a new original horror comic by Alan Robert. Created, written, and illustrated by Robert, best known for being the bassist and creative force behind the respected hard rock group, Life of Agony, as well as the creator of the Wire Hangers comic series, with a film now in development. Robert has paired up with IDW once again for an all-new mini-series set to debut in July 2011. CRAWL TO ME takes place in an isolated country town during the frigid winter months. The story centers on a young family as they cope with a series of disturbing events that force them to question their relationship, their faith and their very existence. Continue reading ‘IDW Launches ‘Crawl To Me’ In July’
April 7th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
IDW Publishing and YOE Books are happy to announce the upcoming release of Archie: A Celebration of America’s Favorite Teenagers. This collector’s book will be presented in a deluxe hardcover coffee table format. It will truly be a work of art for reading or displaying. They really went all out on this one. Archie: A Celebration of America’s Favorite Teenagers will be available at comic book stores everywhere April 20th, 2011. Continue reading ‘‘Archie’ Celebration Book Debuts at MoCCA Fest’
April 2nd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
It’s official, Godzilla: Kingdom of Monsters #1 has sold out ONE day after debuting at comic book stores around North America! IDW Publishing has announced a SECOND PRINTING with a cover by Alex Ross to hit comic book stores May 11th, 2011. That should satisfy the frenzied fans who weren’t able to snag a copy of the first printing issue. The second printing will be 32 pages and retail for $3.99. For more information continue reading! Continue reading ‘‘Godzilla’ Conquers Again’
