[Editor’s Note: The dreaded Con Funk infected us here at ASM headquarters, causing the delay in this article.] We’ve been going to WizardWorld Chicago, also known as Chicago Comic-Con, for over a decade, so we’ve seen the convention go through many changes over the years. We’ve seen the convention grow, we’ve seen the floor layout expand and change, we’ve seen the focus switch from a comic convention to a pop-culture gathering. So, while we like to look at each year as its own separate entity, it’s hard to not compare the convention to those from the past. WizardWorld Chicago 2014
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C2E2 2014 – The Saturday Costumes
The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo hit the Windy City again this past weekend, and ASM once again had a great time! We love costuming here at ASM, but unfortunately we didn’t get to see as many costumes as we would have liked, since we were only at the show on Saturday. Still, we enjoyed what we saw, and we hope to spend more time at the show next year. Here are some of our favorites from Saturday.
Continue readingC2E2 2014 – The Valyrian Steel Booth
The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo hit the Windy City again this past weekend, and ASM once again had a great time! We had no idea Valyrian Steel was going to exhibit at the show, which is odd seeing as we are huge “Game of Thrones” fans and pretty much follow everything they post on Facebook. However, our lack of foreknowledge proved to give us quite the surprise when we walked past their booth on the way to get lunch and immediately were stopped in our tracks by all the pretties. On hand were their new Unsullied helm and Loras’ helm as well as their
Continue readingC2E2 2014 – The Kosart Atelier Booth
One of the more interesting interactive booths we saw was for the Kosart Atelier School for Entertainment Arts . This school teaches all aspects of effects art, including make-up, mask making and resin bust making. Their display not only had some examples of their work, but artists were busy sculpting right in front of you. They even were applying makeup and mask effects to people (although I’m not sure if they were con attendees or other artists.) Had time allowed I could have stayed at their booth for hours. Check out the pictures!
Continue readingDark Horse Announces C2E2 2014 Schedule
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | MILWAUKIE, OR— Dark Horse Comics is headed to Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2014 in Chicago this weekend! Join us for free signings by visiting Dark Horse at booth #619 and come see our panels! Details are below! Free comics, prints, or posters will be available at each signing. There will also be items available for sale. Certain restrictions may apply. Please note that signings will be ticketed or capped as needed. All events are subject to change. Comics featuring C2E2 exclusive variant covers are available in limited quantities. All proceeds from the convention variant of The Witcher will benefit Sharon and Stan Sakai.
Continue readingFive WWE Stars At Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con
Massive WWE® Presence at Philadelphia Comic Con Includes WWE® Superstars John Cena® & Batista™, WWE® Hall of Famer Bruno Sammartino™ and WWE® Divas The Bella Twins™, To Attend Wizard World June 20-21-22 The Largest WWE® presence ever at Philadelphia Comic Con spans multiple generations with guests on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Special VIP Packages are available now! NEW YORK, April 16, 2014 – Wizard World today announced that two WWE Superstars, a WWE Hall of Famer and two WWE Divas will appear at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, June 20-22 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. WWE® Divas The Bella Twins™, WWE® Hall of Famer Bruno Sammartino™ WWE® Superstars John Cena and Batista™ and are scheduled to greet fans, sign autographs
Continue readingDark Horse Announces Exclusive WonderCon Variants
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MILWAUKIE, OR —As the pop culture world gears up for this year’s WonderCon in Anaheim, CA, Dark Horse announces two special variant covers for this year’s show! First up, Dark Horse brings an all-new variant cover for a critical hit and fan favorite, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, with an exclusive Season Ten first-issue cover by Tomb Raider art director Brian Horton! Limited to 1,000 copies, these are sure to be scarce! Second is a variant for Angel & Faith Season Ten #1, by Buffy cover artist Steve Morris! Again, with only 1,000 copies produced, these will go fast! These two special WonderCon exclusives will retail for $5
Continue readingDark Horse Previews “Star Wars: Rebel Heist” #1
On April 30, Dark Horse will release the latest in Star Wars comics – Star Wars: Rebel Heist. As the solicit explains, a young Rebel finds out that his hero Han Solo may not actually be the perfect hero. Set in the days of the Rebellion, this story is written by Matt Kindt, pencilled by Marco Castiello, inked by Dan Parsons, and colored by Gabe Eltaeb. Featuring covers by Matt Kindt and Adam Hughes, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1 goes on sale April 30. See the preview pages below.
Continue readingAVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER – THE RIFT #1 ON NY TIMES BESTSELLER LIST!
Nickelodeon and Dark Horse Graphic Novel, “Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Rift, Part 1,” Hits #1 on the New York Times Best Sellers List Marks 5th Time Dark Horse Avatar Graphic Novels Claim the Top Spot The Nickelodeon and Dark Horse graphic novel, “Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Rift, Part 1,” debuted at number one on the New York Times Best Sellers list for the week ending March 8, 2014. Rising above The Walking Dead inspired book, “The Walking Dead Compendium,” this new graphic novel is the ultimate continuation of Avatar and the perfect companion to The Legend of Korra. This book was written and drawn by Gene Luen Yang
Continue readingMarvel Comics & Wizard World Reveal ‘Amazing Spider-Man #1’ Exclusive Variant Cover By John Tyler Christopher For Atlanta Comic Con
Marvel Comics & Wizard World Reveal ‘Amazing Spider-Man #1’ Exclusive Variant Cover By John Tyler Christopher For Atlanta Comic Con VIP Attendees Receive Free Copy At Georgia World Congress Center, May 30 – June 1; Continues Year-long Series In Which Marvel Offers Exclusive Books At All 16 Wizard World Shows NEW YORK, March 21, 2014 – Marvel Comics and Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) today revealed the latest edition of its 2014 series of exclusive variant covers of the best Marvel titles with the unveiling of Amazing Spider-Man #1, drawn by noted artist David Mack.VIP attendees at Wizard World Atlanta
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