Preview: Regular Show #1 (KaBOOM!) by K.C. Green & Allison Strejlau

May 13, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

First Look at Regular Show #1

Here is a first look preview of Regular Show #1 by K.C. Green & Allison Strejlau – on sale May 15th, 2013 from KaBOOM! Studios.

Regular Show #1

Writer – K.C. Green
Art – Allison Strejlau

SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $3.99
Diamond Code: FEB130826

REGULAR SHOW…IT’S ANYTHING BUT!

Cartoon Network’s powerhouse series now has its own comic book series! Hot on the heels of the smash hit adaptation, ADVENTURE TIME, KaBOOM! unveils the next all-ages comic phenomenon!

Join Mordecai the Bluejay and Rigby the Raccoon, a couple of best bros in their twenties just tryin’ to chill for a bit, man. But when you’re livin’ in as crazy a world as they are, no day can be called…regular!

First Look At Soulfire (Vol. 4) #5 By J.T. Krul, Giuseppe Cafaro, & Mike DeBalfo

May 12, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Soulfire (Vol. 4) #5 Preview!

Here is your first look at a few preview pages and covers from Soulfire (Vol. 4) #5 by J.T. Krul, Giuseppe Cafaro, & Mike DeBalfo – on sale May 15th, 2013 from Aspen Comics.

SOULFIRE (vol 4) #5

J.T. Krul - Story / Giuseppe Cafaro, Mike DeBalfo - Art / Nei Ruffino – Colors

Michael Turner¹s epic fantasy adventure surges forward into a bold new era!

Malikai and his friends attempt to survive and defeat the onslaught of a deadly horde of destructive dragons. Meanwhile, the magical races of the Everlands might have to resort to the unthinkable in order to defeat them‹the fusing of magicŠwith technology!

Preview: Wake Up, Percy Gloom By Cathy Malkasian (Fantagraphics)

May 8, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Wake Up, Percy Gloom First Look!

We present a 17 page preview of Cathy Malkasian‘s 2nd Percy Gloom GN – Wake Up, Percy Gloom – courtesy of our friends at Fantagraphics Books. This gorgeous graphic novel will be available in early July, 2013.

Press Release

Wake Up, Percy Gloom!

by Cathy Malkasian

192-page two-color 8.25″ x 10.25″ hardcover • $28.99
ISBN: 978-1-60699-638-6

In-Store Date: July 5, 2013 (subject to change)

Cathy Malkasian’s second Percy Gloom graphic novel is another fable that the author brings to vivid life through her lush and detailed pencil renderings, surreal humor, absurdist characters, breathtaking landscapes, and luminous storytelling.

Kindhearted, Candide-esque Percy wakes up from a 200 year nap and finds himself in a strange new land. Searching for his mother, lamenting his long-lost love and soul-mate Miss Margaret, Percy meets bizarre, wise, naive, and sometimes dangerous characters, encounters inspired inventions, and forges friendships, discovering a few unexpected verities along the way.

Preview: Legend Of The Shadow Clan #4 (Aspen)

May 6, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Legend Of The Shadow Clan #4 Preview!

Here’s your first look at five pages and the interconnecting covers of Legend Of The Shadow Clan #4 by David Wohl, Cory Smith, & Jon Starr from Aspen Comics – on sale May 8th, 2013.

LEGEND OF THE SHADOW CLAN #4

David Wohl Story / Cory Smith Art / Jon Starr Colors

What is the mystery of the LEGEND OF THE SHADOW CLAN?

Now that Morgan Himura and her family have learned that they’re descendants of a long line of ninja warriors called the Shadow Clan, one would think that their lives would vastly improve. Especially since the Himura siblings seem to be gaining a better understanding of their unique abilities and talents–especially Morgan, who has always excelled at anything she’s put her mind to. But, there’s a reason why the Shadow Clan had been in hiding for centuries–and now that the Himuras are out in the open, their ancient enemy, the Ghost Clan, has wasted no time in tracking them down. Ready or not, today is the day the Ghost Clan takes the fight to the Shadow Clan!

Preview: Batman And Red Hood #20 By Peter J. Tomasi, Patrick Gleason, & Mick Gray

October 17, 2013May 6, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Batman And Red Hood #20 Preview!

Here we have a six page first look at Batman and Red Hood #20 by Peter J. Tomasi, Patrick Gleason, & Mick Gray, courtesy of DC Entertainment – on sale May 8th, 2013.

Press Release

Last month, everyone couldn’t stop talking about the New 52 introduction of fan-favorite character Carrie Kelley in BATMAN AND RED ROBIN #19. This week, The Dark Knight’s adventures continue as he teams up with Jason Todd for BATMAN AND RED HOOD #20, a gripping tale that will take Batman to the very limits of his sanity.

Overcome by grief and desperation, Bruce Wayne will stop at nothing to bring back the life of his deceased son, Damian. But how can Red Hood help resurrect his fallen friend? And at what expense?

First Look At X-Men #1 By Brian Wood & Oliver Coipel

January 26, 2020May 5, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Marvel NOW! – X-MEN #1 First Look!

Here is a first look preview of X-Men #1 by Brian Wood & Oliver Coipel from Marvel Comics – on sale May 29th, 2013.

Press Release

Marvel is pleased to present your first look at the hotly anticipated X-Men #1! Storm, Rogue, Jubilee, Kitty Pryde, Rachel Grey, Rogue & Psylocke redefine what it means to be a Child of the Atom in X-Men #1, kicking off the all-new ongoing series by the blockbuster creative team of writer Brian Wood (Ultimate Comics X-Men) and artist Oliver Coipel (Avengers VS. X-Men)!

An old enemy shows up at the X-Men’s door, seeking asylum from an ancient evil come back to Earth. Meanwhile, Jubilee has come home, and she’s brought with her an orphaned baby who might hold the key to the Earth’s survival…or its destruction! With an imminent alien invasion and an eons-spanning war between brother and sister around the corner, Storm steps up and puts together a team to protect the child and stop a new threat that could destroy all life in the Marvel Universe!

Preview: GENERATION ZERO Goes for the Kill in HARBINGER #12

February 27, 2014May 3, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

GENERATION ZERO Goes for the Kill in HARBINGER #12

Here is a preview of Harbinger #12 by Joshua Dysart, Khari Evans, & Trevor Hairsine, from Valiant Comics – on sale May 8th, 2013.

Press Release

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Harbinger #12 from New York Times best-selling writer Joshua Dysart and acclaimed artists Khari Evans and Trevor Hairsine! On May 8th, the definitive Valiant Universe event of the year kicks into high gear as Peter Stanchek and the Renegades come to face-to-face with the Harbinger Wars’ most unpredictable new players – the escaped Project Rising Spirit strike team known as Generation Zero!

Unsure of exactly what they’ll find, the Renegades have followed Peter Stanchek’s strange dreams and visions straight into Las Vegas. Led by the words of the Bleeding Monk – who bleeds but does not die – they’re about to find themselves in the company of PRS’s tempestuous teenage test subjects, the fugitive Harbingers that now call themselves Generation Zero. Inside of a fortified Las Vegas casino, will they will be able to broker a peace with their kindred spirits in the Renegades? Or do these trained child soldiers still have one wild card left in their assault on authority?

Video Trailer/Preview: QUANTUM & WOODY #1 Delivers REAL TALKING GOAT ACTION!

February 27, 2014May 2, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

QUANTUM & WOODY #1 Delivers REAL TALKING GOAT ACTION!

Press Release

Valiant is proud to present an advance look at the rough animatics for the Quantum & Woody #1 QR Voice Variant – a talking variant cover featuring art by Tom Fowler, script by James Asmus and animation by Neal Adam’s Continuity Studios! Experience the real talking goat action for yourself this summer when Valiant releases free promotional posters featuring the Goat’s QR-enabled first appearance in comic shops everywhere!

Then, meet the Goat and the heroes who tolerate him on July 10th in Quantum and Woody #1 – the FIRST ISSUE of Valiant’s next ongoing series by James Asmus and Tom Fowler with color art by Jordie Bellaire. Relaunching the cult favorite superhero duo made famous by Christopher Priest and M.D. Bright in the all-new Valiant Universe, get ready to go big or go home as the world’s worst superhero team begin a brand new era. After estranged brothers Eric and Woody Henderson accidentally stumble into a life-altering scientific accident, they’ll find themselves with a whole new purpose – and a perfectly legitimate reason to wear costumes and fight crime. Quantum and Woody are coming this July!

Preview: Transformers Spotlight: Hoist (IDW)

October 17, 2013April 30, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Transformers Spotlight: Hoist Preview

Here is a seven page preview of Transformers Spotlight: Hoist, by James Roberts and Agustin Padilla, on sale May 1st, 2013 from IDW Publishing.

Transformers Spotlight: Hoist

James Roberts (w) • Agustin Padilla (a) • Padilla, Livio Ramondelli (c)

FACE OFF!

HOIST has always managed to fade into the background: until now. Trapped on an alien planet with a narcissist, half a scientist and a creature that may or may not turn into a catapult, the Lost Light’s mild-mannered maintenance engineer must confront the five most dangerous DECEPTICONS ever.

First Look At Archer & Armstrong #10 By Fred Van Lente & Pere Perez

July 23, 2013April 30, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Van Lente and Perez Go "Far Faraway" in ARCHER & ARMSTRONG #10!

Here is a four page first look preview of Archer & Armstrong #10 by Fred Van Lente & Pere Perez, from Valiant Comics – on sale June 6th, 2013.

Press Release

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Archer & Armstrong #10 – the FIRST ISSUE of an all-new story arc from New York Times best-selling writer Fred Van Lente and rising star Pere Perez! "Far Faraway" starts here! Out of the pages of Archer & Armstrong’s saga-smashing zero issue and into the modern day, Valiant’s conspiracy-busting adventurers are about to set out on their most dangerous mission yet – infiltrate Area 51!

Mary-Maria, Archer’s arch-nemesis/love interest/adopted sister is back and dead set on taking over The Sect – by any means necessary. What better way to seize control of the most secret of secret societies than by unlocking their most secretive of secrets inside the secretest place on Earth? Now, as Mary-Maria sneaks her way inside Area 51 to claim a long-hidden prize, Archer & Armstrong are about to discover the forbidden history that binds America’s blackest black ops base to the time-lost lands of the Faraway – and wind up fighting their way through each of its tightly guarded mysteries, one punch at a time.