Each week hundreds of new comics hit the stands, each with potential. Some live up to that potential. We pick the ones we think have the best shot of heating up.
Here are our picks of the week for delivery 5/20/15: Continue reading “Comics picks of the week for release 5/20/15”
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Wednesday Open Forum
Wednesday, the best day of the week, new comic book day. It is like your birthday in the middle of each week (where you buy your own presents that is.)
Each week we open it up to hear what is on your mind. Continue reading “Wednesday Open Forum”
Death in Captain America 3 Civil War leaks
It has leaked out that one of the characters dies in the movie. We noted the funeral scene the other day. So we do know at least one character will pass on.
Do not read if you do not want a spoiler for the movie.
Seriously, spoiler ahead.
Last warning, do not go forward if you do not want the spoiler: Continue reading “Death in Captain America 3 Civil War leaks”
Variant Envy: GI Joe 215 Hall of Comics Action Figure Variant
A store variant done right, right off the bat. I got an email from Hall of Comics, they are launching their first variant cover, and they really hit a home run with this one. Continue reading “Variant Envy: GI Joe 215 Hall of Comics Action Figure Variant”
Joker driving the Joker-mobile
Thanks to our friend Nykolai Hrytsyk (@nykolaihrytsyk) for the twit-pic of the Joker-Mobile in action. Continue reading “Joker driving the Joker-mobile”
Four Color Grails April Unboxing Video
The April Four Color Grails box is in. Here is this month’s Four Color Grails unboxing video. Continue reading “Four Color Grails April Unboxing Video”
WTH: Image Store Variants no more.
In a really surprising move, Image has sent out a release stating they will not be doing store variants any more. They stated they do not make extra money off the store variants, while claiming they do nothing to help the comic industry. Continue reading “WTH: Image Store Variants no more.”
Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List 5/18/15
The Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List is a great speculator tool. It shows what books retailers are going back to get more of, in advance of their release. They are actually putting their money up betting these books get big. These are the books people are talking about in shops, message boards, and websites. Here is the Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List for 4/26/15: Continue reading “Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List 5/18/15”
Cell Phone Footage of Joker and Harley sharing a moment
Bat-man News hosted a brief shot of Joker and Harley Quinn sharing a moment on the set of Suicide Squad. Continue reading “Cell Phone Footage of Joker and Harley sharing a moment”
Variant Envy: Red One #1 Signed edition
Ok, so this is not really a variant. But Red One signed is a great books. The art and story are really well done, not to sound bias but I have always like Terry Dobson’s women.
Continue reading “Variant Envy: Red One #1 Signed edition”
Bebop cast in second TMNT film
It has been known for a while that Rocksteady and Bebop would appear in the next Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie. Casting noise come out on who the actor will be. Continue reading “Bebop cast in second TMNT film”
Deadpool signing
I always like coming on here and telling about the signing experience after an event. I had several people who took up the offer on grabbing the signed books. This one was with Deadpool artist Mike Hawthorne.
Mike was a super nice guy. Most people in comics seem to be very gracious about what they do. Mike was no acception. Continue reading “Deadpool signing “
Crossbones in Costume for Captain America 3
Justjared.com and Scareen Crush had run gallerys of Captain America 3 Civil War photos. The highlight of them is the pictures of Frank Grillo in Crossbones costume. Check them out after the bump. Continue reading “Crossbones in Costume for Captain America 3”
Caitlin Snow Killer Frost confirmed on Flash
This one coming from Comicbook.com Killer Frost will be on The Flash. Caitlin Snow has already been on the show so it was not a big stretch to bring Killer frost on board. Continue reading “Caitlin Snow Killer Frost confirmed on Flash”
Variant Envy: Atlantic City Boardwalk Variant available at ComicXposure
IF you were not able to make it over to New Jersey for the Atlantic City Boardwalk convention, ComicXposure has you covered. They have up the New Avengers #1 ACBC variant available, featuring an Ultron cover. They also have the sweet Secret Wars #1 Mark Brooks ACBC variant. Check them out after the jump. Continue reading “Variant Envy: Atlantic City Boardwalk Variant available at ComicXposure”
Think Outside the Toy Box: Arkham Knight Action Figures Wave 2
Big thanks goes to MTV News for giving us a first look at wave 2 of the Arkham Knight action figures from DC Collectibles. This wave we get Commissioner Gordon, Robin, Nightwing, and Catwoman. You will have to wait until November though to add these to Batman, Harley, Scarecrow, Arkham Knight and the Gamestop exclusive Red Hood. Continue reading “Think Outside the Toy Box: Arkham Knight Action Figures Wave 2”
Loot Crate May Theme Video
May’s Theme for the Loot Crate subscription box is Unite. I am sure it will be somewhat better than the previous two months as there is a comic in it this month, more on that in a moment, but they also released a fun/funny theme video this month spoofing the Power Rangers. Continue reading “Loot Crate May Theme Video”
Seth Rogan tweets first look at Preacher and Arseface
No denying this is cool. Hope the Preacher tv show keeps the feel of the book! Continue reading “Seth Rogan tweets first look at Preacher and Arseface”
Think Outside the Toy Box: NEW Black Series, Walking Dead, and more…
Its another week, another round of items up for pre-order. Here are a few of the highlights as well as last weeks top sellers. Notice some 5th Element ReAction in the top 5 this week. (They are also #6-9) Continue reading “Think Outside the Toy Box: NEW Black Series, Walking Dead, and more…”
Deadpool #45 / 250 Signed by Mike Hawthorne (DP Artist) last call
Just wanted to put a last call out for a signing this week end. A couple people contacted me and wanted to allow last chance before I finalize everything for the signing. Continue reading “Deadpool #45 / 250 Signed by Mike Hawthorne (DP Artist) last call”
Recall notice: Mouse Guard Legends of the Guard Vol. 3 #3
I love recalled books, it is fun to own something you should’t. The books often go up in value (even for a short time) and are worth hunting down if you can find them. Continue reading “Recall notice: Mouse Guard Legends of the Guard Vol. 3 #3”
Extended Ant-man trailer drops
This looks almost similar to the one that played in front of Avengers Age of Ultron, but here is the second trailer for Ant-man. Actually looking forward to this. Continue reading “Extended Ant-man trailer drops”
Preacher begins filming
AMC’s Preacher TV show has officially started filming.
CBR had the story:
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Supergirl First look trailer up
Here is CBS’ first look trailer for Supergirl TV show: Continue reading “Supergirl First look trailer up”
Secret Warriors – Marvel Agents of Shield spin off?
Thanks to Comicbook.com for this one.
Looks like the rumor of a Secret Warriors spin off may be in the works. Especially after last nights Marvel Agents of Shield Season Finale. Agent Coulson had informed Skye of a new team of super-heroes which would operate in secret. Continue reading “Secret Warriors – Marvel Agents of Shield spin off?”