Sex, Death, and Live TV in Satellite Sam by Fraction and Chaykin

May 14, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

SEX, DEATH, AND LIVE TV

Fraction and Chaykin team up on SATELLITE SAM

Press Release

This July, acclaimed comic book creators Matt Fraction (Hawkeye, Casanova, Iron Man) and Howard Chaykin (BLACK KISS, AMERICAN FLAGG) will take readers back to the Golden Age of Television, a time when innocence was as manufactured a fiction as the perfect families in the comedies that captivated audiences at home. Their new Image Comics series SATELLITE SAM, debuting in July, takes a look at the darkness behind the small screen when, in 1951, Carlyle Bishop, the star of the beloved serial "Satellite Sam” turns up dead in a filthy flophouse.

Preview: Transformers: Prime – Rage of the Dinobots (IDW)

May 14, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Transformers: Prime – Rage of the Dinobots Preview!

We present a 7 page preview of Transformers: Prime – Rage of the Dinobots by Mike Johnson, Mairghread Scott, & Agustin Padilla from IDW Publishing – on sale May 15th, 2013.

Transformers: Prime – Rage of the Dinobots

Mike Johnson & Mairghread Scott (w) • Agustin Padilla (a) • Ken Christiansen (c)

The DINOBOTS hold the line as CYBERTRON falls! With OPTIMUS PRIME and the Ark long gone, the rest of the population makes their escape from the dying world–but SHOCKWAVE remains behind, continuing his experiments!

Preview: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #7 (IDW)

May 14, 2013May 14, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #7 Preview!

Here is an eight page preview of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #7 by Heather Nuhfer & Amy Mebberson from IDW Publishing – on sale May 15th, 2013.

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #7

Heather Nuhfer (w) • Amy Mebberson (a) • Stephanie Buscema, Mebberson (c)

The new Nightmare Moon has revealed herself… and captured our stunned Ponies! With time running short for Equestria before a full-scale invasion, the only hope lies with… Spike?! And what role will Princess Luna play?

Knightingail: Shadow Divisions 6 Issue Mini-Series Arrives In July 2013 From Big Dog Ink

May 14, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Knightingail: Shadow Divisions Begins in July 2013!

Big Dog Ink & Wayne Gardiner are releasing Knightingail: Shadow Divisions, a 6 issue mini series follow up to Knightingail: The Legend Begins, in July 2013.

Press Release

Big Dog Ink and Knightingail comic creator/writer/producer, Wayne Gardiner, are overjoyed to announce that Knightingail: Shadow Divisions will be released nationally in comic book stores this coming July. Knightingail: Shadow Divisions is an all-ages, fantasy-adventure comic book series that will be released as a 6-issue monthly mini-series from July to December 2013.

Knightingail: Shadow Divisions continues the adventures of Knightingail where the first mini-series volume, Knightingail: The Legend Begins, left off. Knightingail and her four Centurion companions must use their combined powers to destroy Luceus and his invading army. At first, they find that their combined powers are able to easily overcome the evil Whitesticks, Lava Dogs, and fire and acid breathing Dracons. However, the stresses of war soon bring their toll on the five over-worked Centurions, and divisions erupt between even the closest of friends. Taking advantage of these divisions, Luceus contracts with a tribe of assassin warriors called the Shadow Ravens to assassinate the isolated Centurions. Sicari, Queen of the Shadow Ravens, leads the assault herself against the a lonely and distraught Knightingail, who must somehow find the will to survive and re-unite her friends once more.

Preview: Bloodshot #11 by Duane Swierczynski & Barry Kitson

February 27, 2014May 13, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

BLOODSHOT #11 Goes Blow-for-Blow with HARBINGER WARS

Here is a seven page preview of Bloodshot #11 by Duane Swierczynski & Barry Kitson – on sale May 15th, 2013 from Valiant Comics.

Press Release

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Bloodshot #11 from the all-star creative team of writer Duane Swierczynski and artist Barry Kitson! Bloodshot continues his one-man incursion behind the enemy lines of the Harbinger Wars right here on May 15th with the next chapter of an all-new, self-contained story arc for the most brutal book on the stands!

Everyone says they want what’s best for the children…but Bloodshot’s the only one who’s willing to fight for it. After a lifetime of lies, destruction and pain, he’s vowed to use his extraordinary abilities to do one simple thing: keep these kids alive, even if they’re terrified of him. The war for the escaped children of Project Rising Spirit, however, has been waging longer than Bloodshot realizes. And what can one soldier do when he’s up against two powerful, secret armies?

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!

Featured Cosplayer Interview – Alexia Jean Grey

November 20, 2015May 11, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Alexia Jean Grey

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:

Alexia Jean Grey From South Florida

We caught up with the very busy and talented Alexia Jean Grey and asked her some questions about her cosplaying…

What made you decide cosplaying was something you wanted to do?

Naturally like many costumers, growing up surrounded by video games, comics, and anime with a little bit of an artsy fartsy side. I also grew up in theater. Even though the costume department in high school never made serious costumes, it gave me a chance to experiment with make up and basic sewing. I never really saw much of cosplay while living in Wisconsin, it wasn’t until I moved to Florida where I was fully introduced to it. I became friends with costumers who helped make my first costume and took me to my first convention. The rest is pretty much history!

How long have you been cosplaying and do you remember your first costume?

My first official costume was in 2009 and it was Kasumi from Dead Or Alive 4. It was a very interesting experience, I knew I wanted to make this costume but with no experience in crafting and stressed from stuffing all this research about sewing I turned to my friend Emily Galea. The two weeks spent at her house taught me a lot about sewing and pattern drafting and also created our friendship. She is a very talented artist and often sidekicks with me when I host panels!

BLACKOUT Debuts In Dark Horse Presents #24

May 10, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

DARK HORSE SUPERHERO BLACKOUT TO DEBUT IN DARK HORSE PRESENTS #24!

Press Release

Dark Horse Comics is set to release a brand new superhero inside the pages of the Eisner-winning anthology, Dark Horse Presents. Blackout is ready for action!

In Blackout, the commonplace life of Scott Travers changes forever when he comes to possess an extraordinary piece of technology that allows him to access a mysterious dimension within our own. Blackout is wire-to-wire excitement in a world where nothing is as it seems.

Blackout writer Frank Barbiere says, “Blackout has a very fun sci-fi/mystery mythology that comes straight from DH Publisher Mike Richardson, and I think readers will be surprised and intrigued by what we have in store for them! Working with artist Micah Kaneshiro is a delight, and I look forward to bringing our story to DHP.”

Neil Gaiman & Todd McFarlane’s ANGELA Makes Her Marvel Debut With A New Look By Joe Quesada

May 9, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Marvel Reveals Joe Quesada’s All-New Look For ANGELA!

The Biggest New Heroine In Comics, Redesigned For Her Marvel Universe Debut!

Press Release

She’s one of the biggest new characters to debut in the Marvel Universe in over 20 years, and today Marvel is proud to unveil your first look at ANGELA – redesigned by Marvel Entertainment’s Chief Creative Officer & superstar artist Joe Quesada!

Angela, created by New York Times Best Selling writer Neil Gaiman & industry icon Todd McFarlane, makes her dynamic debut into the Marvel Universe this June, in the star studded conclusion to the critically acclaimed event Age Of Ultron with Age Of Ultron #10!

“Angela is going to make her mark rather quickly. She’s going to hit the ground running and cut a large swath through the Marvel Universe – both literally and metaphorically,” explained Joe Quesada, Chief Creative Officer, Marvel Entertainment. “ We have huge plans for her, and the mystery of who she is and where she comes from is something I think Marvel fans are going to be blown away by. Actually, I know they will!”