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The Legends Are True — C’thulhu Lives!

February 26, 2017 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

The ocean holds many secrets… and in the post-apocalypse, they’re coming into the open! First gill men, then the demented creatures known as “Tok-tok”… and now, David, Avery, and Keeney — survivors of the attack on Vampire City — have come bearing tales of mysterious “Depth Dwellers” who speak of an ancient god.

A sudden explosion has sent Korbin and To’klace’s group of gill men scattering for cover, and the culprit is none other than Lorren! But even the crazed gang leader is given pause when something enormous rises from the water, bringing truth to the legends and madness to all living things.

Don’t miss the newest installment of the hit series created by Philip Kim (MONSTER WORLD) and written by Ben Meares (HELLRAISER), with moody artwork by Nat Jones (’68).

Below, find the cover and first six pages of BROKEN MOON: LEGENDS OF THE DEEP #3.

Curse Words Casts Its Spell

October 22, 2016 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

Bestselling writer Charles Soule (Daredevil, Death of Wolverine, Star Wars) and artist Ryan Browne (GOD HATES ASTRONAUTS) team up for an all-new ongoing series CURSE WORDS, set to launch from Image Comics in January 2017.

In the series, a wizard appears one day in New York City, claiming he’s here to protect the planet from dark magical forces bent on its destruction. The world falls in love with Wizord and his slick sorcerous ways – after all, we’ve never had a wizard before. Everything’s great! But it’s not. Wizord is actually fleeing an extremely dark past, and it’s only a matter of time before that evil comes calling. CURSE WORDS is a gonzo modern fantasy, full of shadows, light… and magic.

“Ryan Browne and I wanted to create a series where literally anything could happen, and giving the story a magical framework lets us do that,” said Soule. “Curse Words constantly surprises me with what happens next, and I’m writing the thing. Ultimately, it’s the story of a man trying to be good in a world that wants him to be bad—but it’s also got a talking koala. That’s Curse Words. Deep, wrenching, relatable character beats mixed with some of the most wonderful, strangest things you’ve ever seen in a comic. Even better, it’s all drawn by the Incredible Ryan Browne—so you know it’s pretty.”

Browne added: “Thank goodness for Charles’ words. I would buy Him writing the phone book. I draw. But His words! So good.”

CURSE WORDS is Lord of the Rings meets Breaking Bad. A color-saturated, anything-goes dark fantasy romp about the coolest, most charming evil wizard you’ve ever met in your life. It is, in a word, magical.

CURSE WORDS #1 Cover A by Browne (Diamond Code NOV160537) and Cover B by Skottie Young (Diamond Code NOV160538) hits stores on Wednesday, January 18th. The final order cutoff for comics retailers is Monday, December 19th.

100 BULLETS CREATORS AZZARELLO AND RISSO REUNITE FOR MOONSHINE

September 27, 2016 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

Preview pages and Frank Miller cover revealed for their first creator-owned project together since the hit crime series

Image Comics is pleased to reveal interior pages from MOONSHINE #1. This series launch marks the first new project from writer Brian Azzarello and artist Eduardo Risso—the New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award winning creative team behind 100 Bullets—and hits Wednesday, October 5th.

Set during Prohibition, and deep in the backwoods of Appalachia, MOONSHINE #1 tells the story of Lou Pirlo, a city-slick “torpedo” sent from New York City to negotiate a deal with the best moonshiner in West Virginia, one Hiram Holt. What Lou doesn’t figure on is that Holt is just as cunning and ruthless as any NYC crime boss. Because not only will Holt do anything to protect his illicit booze operation, he’ll stop at nothing to protect a much darker family secret…a bloody, supernatural secret that must never see the light of day… or better still, the light of the full moon.

MOONSHINE #1 Cover A by Risso (Diamond Code AUG160556) and Cover B by Frank Miller (Diamond Code AUG160557) will hit comic book stores on Wednesday, October 5th.

Select praise for MOONSHINE:

“As darkly beautiful and engrossing as you’d expect from Azzarello & Risso…with a kick as strong as the best corn liquor.” —Jason Aaron

“The silver bullet here is Risso’s elegant use of color. Already a master of black and white, he somehow makes his art even creepier and more unsettling.” —Cliff Chiang

“More addictive than forbidden booze.” —Fábio Moon

“Powerful drama and shocking horror are woven together into a great premise and an even better story. It’s a good time to be a comic book fan.” —All-Comic

MARVEL INTRODUCES U.S.AVENGERS #1 STATE VARIANTS

September 22, 2016 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

The security of the Marvel Universe is fractured. The world’s first line of defense, S.H.I.E.L.D., can no longer be trusted. The United States no longer has a super-spy agency with its best interests at heart – until now. Prepare for the U.S.AVENGERS!

They’re the team you can trust!

For the launch of this all-new series, U.S.AVENGERS #1 will feature over 50 unique variants assigning one Avengers to that state! Sam Wilson soars high over Maryland, Iron Man rockets across the Golden State of California, Black Widow defends the Constitution State of Connecticut, and Spectrum shines a light on evil in Louisiana. With more state variants to be revealed in the upcoming days, which Avenger will be protecting you?

“Marvel’s U.S.AVENGERS State Variants are a chance for our fans and retailers to show their home town patriotism paired with some of the biggest Avengers from the Marvel Universe,” says SVP Sales & Marketing for Marvel, David Gabriel. “We knew that a series with the name U.S.AVENGERS would evoke a sense of honor with all of our fans and we really wanted to go that extra step and offer a variant campaign that would allow our readers to show their hometown pride across this great nation – even our neighbors Canada and Puerto Rico! Expect their own variants as well.”

Action, adventure and intrigue draped in the red, white and blue! The U.S.AVENGERS are here and bringing along Avengers for every state. And eagle-eye readers may notice that all 50 variants will connect to form Old Glory herself, the flag of the United States of America.

Show you pride by tracking down the variants that speak the most you. Which of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes do you want protecting your home state? #USAvengers

U.S.AVENGERS #1
Written by AL EWING
Art by PACO MEDINA
State Variant Cover Art by ROD REIS

Interview: Hooligan Comics’ Elise Yeakley!

July 14, 2016 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

Hooligan Comics is the latest comic book publisher to break through in the indy comic boom. The latest comic book from them is Beauty Awoken and today we get to speak to the creator of the soon to be hit book, Elise Yeakley!

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1) Tell us about yourself. Who is Elise Yeakley?

I’m a single mom, a nerd, a writer, a reader, and a lover of anything covered in chocolate.

2) What got you started writing?

I’ve been writing since I was a kid. My parents recognized my talents at a young age and encouraged me to pursue my dreams and cultivate my talents. They did everything they could to help me become a better writer, even when I was being immature and lazy as kids oftentimes are. I’m really grateful that they stuck by me during all of that and that they’ve never left my side.

3) When did you decide that you wanted to try comics?

Over the last couple years I have been wanting to start writing comics, as I have been used to writing novels, short stories, poetry, etc. I love comics and manga, anime, and all things nerdy, so writing comics just made sense (haha), and it came pretty naturally.

4) What can you tell us about your upcoming book?

It is a spin-off of the Grimm Brothers’ story “Briar Rose” (a.k.a. Sleeping Beauty). Where most Sleeping Beauty spin-offs focus on what happens around the kingdom and around the princess while she’s asleep, mine focuses on what’s going on in her mind and what is actually happening within her. She is sent into an alternate dimension. When she wakes up, she has to figure out whether or not everything was real and what to do next. When she’s in this dream world, she has to fight for her life, lead a chaotic group of people, and figure out how to escape. This first issue sets the scene. It tells how Violet (my “Sleeping Beauty”) came to be. The second issue will spark the rest of the story and lead us into her falling into her deep sleep.

5) How did you and your artist, Luis Ergueta, start working together?

I actually found him on a forum online where artists and authors can meet and collaborate! It was great! I interviewed a few different artists via Google chats, and he fit the bill! I especially loved how he encapsulated the manga style but American-ized it for my comic.

6) Do you have plans for other genres of comic books?

Yes! I actually am working on another series as well that is more speculative fiction with some elements of steampunk and sci-fi.

7) Why Kickstarter?

I’m a single mom and could use all the help I could get in spreading the word about my comic. I am extremely confident that now that my series is kick-started and up and running, I’ll be able to keep it rolling and stay connected with my fans. I just needed that extra little jump-start because I didn’t have the funds to do it myself.

8) Where can people pick up the book?

It will be available on Amazon, Comixology, in some location comic shops, and other places as well. If you are wanting to order copies for your own local comic shop, or one near you, contact Elise Yeakley at elise@eliseyeakley.com

9) Can we plan on seeing you on the convention circuit?

Yes! I am hoping that I can hit different conventions next year as my issues continue to be released (after I get these first two out).

10) Where can people follow you?

People can follow me on Twitter at @EPehrson and on facebook at Facebook.com/authorelisepehrson. I have a new website coming soon, and new social media pages in the works. Luis can be found at greenflanker.deviantrt.com.

Thank you for your time and we wish you the best!

Comic Book Great Steve Lightle is JUSTiN ZANE!

February 22, 2016 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

JUSTiN ZANE is the new brainchild of comic book great Steve Lightle. Having been in the comic book industry for going on 32 years, Lightle has worked for comic book companies such as DC, Marvel, and AC Comics on titles like Doom Patrol, Legion of Superheroes, and Marvel Comics Presents as well as a host of covers. Lightle has decided to break out into the creator owned realm with JUSTiN ZANE.

JUSTiN ZANE brings back all of the great sci-fi tropes that are missing in today’s comics. Action, drama, mystery, sex appeal, these are all words that easily describe the story. JUSTiN ZANE is the story of a mental patient who may or may not be the a major threat. Helping him to discover who he is are his sexy psychiatrist, Doctor Glimmer Starborn, and newscaster Catrina Fellina. This goes on while the sinister Doctor Chroneouz attempts to harness Justin’s power for the government he works for. Will he succeed? Will Justin find out who he really is? You’ll have to go to Steve Lightle’s Patreon (click the link on the left) page to contribute and find out!

The story took me back to a time when comic books were about storytelling and character building not all flash and no substance. Now don’t get me wrong, Lightle is pumping out excellent artwork, he could draw circles around most of today’s artists. The panel work is superb and he obviously comes from the Will Eisner school of thought where you could tell a story with just the artwork. I am very glad to see Lightle back on a book, he is a criminally underused artist and we feel should have been treated with more respect from the “Big Two”, but that’s a subject for another time. All in all he is on point with JUSTiN ZANE and it’s primed to be a breakout hit. With top-notch art, great storytelling and pacing, and a sweeping space opera with intriguing characters, JUSTiN ZANE already ranks as one of the best sci-fi comics today. If you are not reading this right now you are missing out!

SPIDER-GWEN SWINGS BACK INTO ACTION!!

September 21, 2015 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

Because you demanded it, the character that took the world by storm is back and she’s better than ever for a brand-new ongoing series this October!

Marvel is pleased to present your first look at SPIDER-GWEN #1, coming to you from the red-hot creative team of Jason Latour, Robbi Rodriguez and Rico Renzi! Now is your chance to jump in with a clean entry point into Marvel’s breakout sensation of the year! The answers you’ve been waiting for are here: the secret history of Gwen Stacy and Peter Parker revealed! Someone out there has recreated Peter’s Lizard formula. The same formula that mutated him, branded Gwen a fugitive and ultimately cost Peter his life. Gwen will not let that happen to anyone else – no matter the cost. But with NYPD Captain Frank Castle and the Kingpin of Crime Matt Murdock still on her trail, that won’t be so easy. Plus, the introduction of Norman Osborn and Harry Osborn. What could possibly go wrong?

The next epic chapter of Gwen Stacy’s life is about to begin. And you won’t want to miss the bombastic debut as she swings into comic shops once more in SPIDER-GWEN #1 this October!

SPIDER-GWEN #1 (AUG150805)
Written by JASON LATOUR
Art & Cover by ROBBI RODRIGUEZ & RICO RENZI
Variant Covers by NICK BRADSHAW (AUG150806), SKOTTIE YOUNG (AUG150808), and BRUCE TIMM (AUG150811)
Kirby Monster Variant by FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA (AUG150813)
Action Figure Variant by JOHN TYLER CHRISTOPHER (AUG150809)
Hip Hop Variant by HUMBERTO RAMOS (AUG150812)
Cosplay Variant by KATHRINE ZAN (AUG150807)
Blank Variant Also Available (AUG150812)
FOC – 09/21/15, On-Sale 10/14/15

More on Marvel.com: http://marvel.com/news/comics/25122/spider-gwen_swings_back_into_action#ixzz3mLrNl7Cy

WELCOME TO AVENGERS IDEA MECHANICS WITH NEW AVENGERS!

September 21, 2015 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

This October, the old order changeth, and everything is new! Marvel is pleased to present your look inside NEW AVENGERS, the new ongoing series from Al Ewing and Gerardo Sandoval!

Bobby DaCosta aka Sunspot, now the leader of formerly evil super-science organization A.I.M., is about to change the world. And that starts with the new Avengers Idea Mechanics, a scientific global rescue squad of tomorrow’s heroes, operating outside the jurisdiction of any government.

America doesn’t want them! S.H.I.E.L.D. doesn’t know what to do with them! But Sunspot, Squirrel Girl, Hawkeye, Wiccan, Hulkling, Songbird, Pod, Power Man, and White Tiger might just be Earth’s last hope.

New team! New mission! New Avengers! Welcome to Avengers Idea Mechanics.

NEW AVENGERS #1 (AUG150790)
Written by AL EWING
Art & Cover by GERARDO SANDOVAL
Variant Cover by MICHAEL CHO (AUG150791)
Hip-Hop Variant by ED PISKOR (AUG150792)
Blank Variant Also Available (AUG150793)
FOC – 09/21/15, On-Sale 10/14/15

More on Marvel.com: http://marvel.com/news/comics/25126/welcome_to_avengers_idea_mechanics_with_new_avengers#ixzz3mLpBlJ2x

NEW TEAM, SAME MISSION, MORE DEADPOOL IN UNCANNY AVENGERS!

September 21, 2015 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

This October, it’s truly a team of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes unlike any you’ve seen before. Humans! Mutants! Inhumans! Deadpool! Yeah, we’re not kidding! Marvel is pleased to present UNCANNY AVENGERS, the new series from Gerry Duggan and Ryan Stegman!

It’s an All-New, All-Different Marvel Universe and Steve Rogers has assembled a new squad for the same purpose: unity. Joining the man once called Captain America are Rogue, Spider-Man, The Human Torch, Doctor Voodoo, Deadpool, Quicksilver, and newcomer Synapse. United under one banner, these seven heroes will stand shoulder to shoulder in the public eye – a shining beacon of cooperation between human, Inhuman, and mutant alike. But with a dangerous new villain on the prowl, the bonds of this untested squad will stretched. Are cracks in the unity squad already beginning to form?

Find out this October in the explosive debut of UNCANNY AVENGERS!

UNCANNY AVENGERS #1 (AUG150825)
Written by GERRY DUGGAN
Art & Cover by RYAN STEGMAN
Hip-Hop Variant by JASON PEARSON (AUG150827)
Cosplay Variant by MISS KIT QUINN (AUG150828)
Variant Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL (AUG150829)
Kirby Monster Variant by GEOF DARROW (AUG150830)
Blank Cover Also Available (AUG150826)
FOC – 09/21/15, On-Sale 10/14/15

More on Marvel.com: http://marvel.com/news/comics/25124/new_team_same_mission_more_deadpool_in_uncanny_avengers#ixzz3mLmKhZRJ

Preview: Superman/Wonder Woman #21

September 15, 2015 by TheBigNerd Leave a Comment

This Wednesday in an all new SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN #21 the epic “Truth” arc hits close to the heart as dark secrets come to light, forcing Superman and Wonder Woman to question whether their relationship can work in this new world of identities revealed and questionable actions. Make sure to check SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN #21 written by Peter J. Tomasi with art by Doug Mahnke, Jaime Mendoza, Mark Irwin, Sean Parsons and Scott Hanna.