Preview: Alex + Ada #1 by Jonathan Luna and Sarah Vaughn

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Alex + Ada #1 Preview (Image)

Alex + Ada #1

Here’s a short preview of Alex + Ada #1 written by Jonathan Luna and Sarah Vaughn and illustrated by Jonathan Luna, courtesy of Image Comics – on sale November 6th, 2013.

 

ALEX + ADA #1

story JONATHAN LUNA & SARAH VAUGHN
art / cover JONATHAN LUNA

NOVEMBER 6
32 PAGES / FC / T+
$2.99

From JONATHAN LUNA (GIRLS, THE SWORD, Spider-Woman, ULTRA) and SARAH VAUGHN (Sparkshooter) comes ALEX + ADA, a sci-fi drama set in the near future. The last thing in the world Alex wanted was an X5, the latest in realistic androids. But when Ada is dropped into his life, will Alex keep her?

This will be JONATHAN LUNA’s return to comics after three years off since the end of THE SWORD!

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Preview: Drumhellar #1 by Alex Link and Riley Rossmo

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Preview of Drumhellar #1 (Image)

Drumhellar #1

Here’s a six page preview of Drumhellar #1 by Alex Link and Riley Rossmo, courtesy of Image Comics – on sale November 6th, 2013.

 

Drumhellar #1

story  Alex Link, Riley Rossmo
art  Riley Rossmo
cover  Riley Rossmo, Roc Upchurch

November 6th, 2013
$3.50

When shock-induced visions drive a detective specializing in the paranormal to a small town in South Dakota, he finds himself up against a flesh-hungry bog-man, their mutual ex-girlfriend (did we mention she’s a werewolf?), and a demon that’s stolen his arsenal of psychedelics. Then things start to get weird. We live in strange times. They call for strange ways!

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Preview: ’68: Hallowed Ground (One-Shot)

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‘68: Hallowed Ground (One-Shot) Preview

‘68: Hallowed Ground (One-Shot)

Here’s a six page preview of ‘68: Hallowed Ground (One-Shot) by Mark Kidwell, Josh Medors, Kyle Charles, and Jay Fotos, courtesy of Image Comics on sale November 6th, 2013.

 

’68: HALLOWED GROUND (ONE-SHOT)

story MARK KIDWELL
art JOSH MEDORS, KYLE CHARLES & JAY FOTOS
cover A JOSH MEDORS, NAT JONES & JAY FOTOS
cover B BERNIE WRIGHTSON, NAT JONES & JAY FOTOS

NOVEMBER 6
32 PAGES / FC / M
$3.99

THIS SPECIAL ONE-SHOT IS DEDICATED TO THE LATE JOSH MEDORS AND HIS FAMILY — A SPECIAL STORY FOR A SPECIAL FRIEND.

On February 13, 1968, a passenger train derails in Streiner, Mississippi when a rotting mass of the living dead blocks the tracks. Hundreds are killed and the few desperate survivors are forced to hole up within the confines of the small rural town. Trapped in a tiny church, two soldiers fresh from the killing fields of Vietnam must do their best to defend a handful of civilians from the oncoming horde of flesh-eating cadavers. While a man named for the devil holds the barricaded sanctuary, a sniper in the belfry above practices his deadly trade, slaying the “disciples” of hell from a hundred yards away. Together, they must brave the living nightmares of 1968 and fight to hold their tiny piece of HALLOWED GROUND.

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Legendary Artist Nick Cardy Dies at 93

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Nick Cardy (1920 – 2013)

Comics creator Nick Cardy at the New York Comic Convention in Manhattan, April 20, 2008. © Luigi Novi / Wikimedia Commons

Comics creator Nick Cardy at the New York Comic Convention in Manhattan, April 20, 2008. © Luigi Novi / Wikimedia Commons

 

Nick Cardy, the legendary artist best known for his DC Comics work from the 1950s through the 1970s, passed away at age 93. His work on the Teen Titans and Aquaman helped define each series. We are all saddened by his passing.

Find out more about Nick Cardy (Nicholas Viscardi) and his work here.

DC Comics has issued a statement which you can find below.

We’ve put together a gallery of Nick Cardy’s work on various DC Comics covers over his career which spanned several decades.

Rest in Peace, Nick Cardy (1920 – 2013).

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Preview: Harbinger #18 by Joshua Dysart, Barry Kitson, and Riley Rossmo

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DYSART, KITSON, and ROSSMO Shatter “Perfect Day” in HARBINGER #18!

Harbinger #18
Here’s a preview of Harbinger #18 by writer Joshua Dysart and artists Barry Kitson and Riley Rossmo, courtesy of Valiant Comics on sale November 13th, 2013.

 

Press Release

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Harbinger #18 from New York Times best-selling writer Joshua Dysart (Harbinger Wars) and all-star artists Barry Kitson (Amazing Spider-Man) and Riley Rossmo (Bedlam, Cowboy Ninja Viking)! The Renegades are about to find out that imagination can be a killer as “Perfect Day” barrels toward a psyche-shattering conclusion!

Nothing is what it seems when hyper-psychics go to war. Held hostage by the Harbinger Foundation and scattered across their own mental landscapes, each one of the remaining Renegades must quest to unite with the others or be lost forever inside themselves. It will take courage, strength, imagination and an unwavering belief in one another if they’re going to discover the dark truth behind their Perfect Day.

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First Look at All-New X-Men #19 by Brian Michael Bendis and Brandon Peterson

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The X-Men vs. the Purifiers –
Your First Look at All-New X-Men 19!

All-New X-Men #19

Here’s your first look at All-New X-Men #19 by Brian Michael Bendis and Brandon Peterson, courtesy of Marvel Comics – on sale November 27th, 2013.

 

Press Release

Marvel is pleased to present your very first look at All-New X-Men #19, from the blockbuster creative team of Brian Michael Bendis and Brandon Peterson! T

he fallout from the events of the critically acclaimed Battle of the Atom crossover have shaken the X-Men to their very core – but there’s no time to rest now! The mutant-hunting Purifiers are back, out to exterminate a mysterious mutant girl! Who is this mystery mutant, and what is her connection to the All-New X-Men? The answer may surprise you!

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First Look at INDESTRUCTIBLE HULK #16 by Mark Waid and Clay Mann

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“The Humanity Bomb” Begins – Your First Look at INDESTRUCTIBLE HULK #16!

Indestructible Hulk #16

Here’s your first look at Indestructible Hulk #16 by writer Mark Waid and artist Clay Mann, courtesy of Marvel Comics – on sale November 27th, 2013.

 

Press Release

Hulk smashes, and Banner builds. But what happens when Hulk can’t smash? Marvel is proud to present your first look at Indestructible Hulk 16 – from superstar writer Mark Waid and red-hot artist Clay Mann!

Earth’s scientists have a deadly problem they can’t solve, and with time running out they’ve turned to Bruce Banner for help! Now, with a problem Hulk can’t smash, it’s up to Banner’s super intellect to help build….an extremely powerful bomb?! Plus: which of Banner’s assistants will make it out of this one alive?

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Sirene – Featured Cosplayer Interview

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Sirene aka “MangoSirene”

Sirene as Barbara Gordon [Young Justice] (Photo by LJinto)

There are many talented models and performers who bring their love & enthusiasm to dressing up as their favorite characters. Comic Book Critic will regularly showcase a performer who embodies this spirit of cosplaying.

Whether it’s creating the costume from scratch, altering the appearance of an existing one, or just getting into character, these performers spend a lot of time and effort on their craft. As much as we all enjoy seeing our favorite fictional characters represented in real life, let’s not forget the behind-the-scenes work that goes into that portrayal.

One thing is for certain though, their love of cosplaying shines through in their work.

The Comic Book Critic Featured Cosplayer Interview this week is:

Sirene “MangoSirene” from Chicago, IL

Sirene as Miss Martian (M'gann M'orzz) [Young Justice] (Photo by Carroll K.)

Sirene aka MangoSirene only began cosplaying several years ago, but you’d never tell that from the costumes that she creates. Not only does she have numerous costumes in a wide variety of genres, but the level of detail that she puts into her work seems like she’s been doing this for far longer. From her Portal 2 cosplay to her incredibly awesome Princess Kraehe, Sirene puts her all into the work of creating the costumes and then into bringing the characters to life.

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Winter Soldier: The Bitter March #1 by Remender and Boschi Coming in February

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BUCKY BARNES RETURNS IN WINTER SOLDIER: THE BITTER MARCH #1!

Winter Soldier: The Bitter March #1

Bucky Barnes returns in Winter Soldier: The Bitter March #1 by writer Rick Remender and artist Roland Boschi debuting in February 2014.

 

Press Release

This February, because YOU demanded it – Bucky Barnes makes his return to the Marvel Universe for an all-new tale for All-New Marvel NOW! in Winter Soldier: The Bitter March #1 – from superstar writer Rick Remender and red hot artist Roland Boschi!

A tortured and broken soul, Bucky Barnes spent most of his life in service to the enemy. Programmed to be ruthless and efficient killing machine, The Winter Soldier conducted countless assassinations and wetwork missions for the Soviet Union.

Set during the Cold War, Winter Soldier: The Bitter March follows Bucky on one of his most dangerous missions yet – one that pits him directly against S.H.I.E.L.D., HYDRA, and more! With Nick Fury missing and presumed dead, S.H.I.E.L.D. sends its top agent Ran Shen to retrieve two Nazi scientists who hold the key to winning the Cold War! But the Americans aren’t the only ones who want their secrets. The Soviets have dispatched their own deadly operative – The Winter Soldier!

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First Look at Avengers Assemble #21 by Kelly Sue DeConnick and Matteo Buffagni

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Spider-Girl vs. INHUMANITY! Your First Look at AVENGERS ASSEMBLE #21!

Avengers Assemble #21

Here’s your first look at four pages of Avengers Assemble #21 by writer Kelly Sue DeConnick and artist Matteo Buffagni courtesy of Marvel Comics – on sale November 27th, 2013.

 

Press Release

Marvel is pleased to present your first look at Avengers Assemble #21, a tie-in to INHUMANITY! From the blockbuster creative team of Kelly-Sue DeConnick and Matteo Buffagni! After the cataclysmic events of INFINITY, countless new Inhumans are emerging. What if these new super-powered beings fell into the wrong hands? Someone is abducting these powerful weapons before they hatch – and it’s up to Spider-Girl to find out who! And she’s bringing a star-studded cast of Marvel’s Mightiest along for the ride.

“While no stranger to the hero game, Spider-Girl is about to enter a whole new league of super antics, the likes of which include (but are not limited to!) Iron Man, the Hulk, and Spider-Woman,” says Editor Lauren Sankovitch. “When a team of *personalities* like the Avengers take it upon themselves to ‘mentor’ Spider-Girl, what could *possibly* go wrong?”

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