In the world of comics, something new is always heralded as a big thing. It could be a new story, a new writer, a new art team, a new mini-series, a new #1 issue of a long running series — or even a combination of several of the above. Publishers will do their best to say that New Stuff makes for a comic Worth Reading. (Sometimes they all but scream it in your ear.) The problem with this is that bringing New Stuff has been done so often that there’s a big potential for a letdown. Looking at The Transformers: Windblade
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Phil is the Owner/Editor-In-Chief/Chief Reviewer of ASM. He is a long time Transformers fan, having been involved in the online fandom since the early 90's. He resides with his wife in Wisconsin, but no, he doesn't like to eat much cheese.
Funko Reveals Rocketeer ReAction Figure and Maleficent and Hanna-Barbera Pop Vinyl Figures
Funko has sent over pictures from some of their upcoming product, and we’re happy to show them off. First, from their retro-styled ReAction line, Funko is releasing a figure based on the cult movie The Rocketeer. Featuring a removable helmet and jetpack, this figure looks like it was made in the 70’s, which may be many years before the movie came out but fits in with the character’s comic debut in 1982. The Rocketeer figure is available in May.
Continue readingAnother Open Letter to Dan Slott
[Spoilers for The Superior Spider-Man #31, and, well, heck, the entire series.] Hey, Dan, I know, it’s been a while since we last talked. Don’t worry, I didn’t forget you or my promise to see where The Superior Spider-Man went. Things just have gotten busy for me. In these past sixteen months, a lot has happened. I’ve had a kid, I’ve lost sleep, I’ve lost some sanity (the latter two thanks to the first event). But I’ve still been reading SSM, anticipating the big day when Mental Ghost Peter would take back control from Otto. And then you had Otto erase Peter early on
Continue readingDark Horse Brings Top Talent to ReedPOP’s C2E2 In Chicago April 25 – 27
Acclaimed Comics Publisher Hosts Gail Simone and Other Famous Artists and Writers in Panels, Booth Appearances and Signings Scott Allie to Lead Discussion in Three Panel Presentations Norwalk, CT, April 15, 2014 – Dark Horse Comics, the renowned comics publisher, will have a major presence at the upcoming C2E2 which is organized by ReedPOP, the leading producer of pop culture events. ReedPOP officials note that in addition to a large booth centrally located on the show floor, Dark Horse plans to host three panels featuring Gail Simone, Art Baltazar, and Geoff Darrow, among other top talent who will also be
Continue readingIDW Previews – April 16, 2014 – Transformers, 24 and More
There are a couple of books that IDW is releasing tomorrow that caught my eye. First and foremost we have the highly-anticipated Transformers: Windblade #1. The character of Windblade is fascinating from a behind-the-scenes standpoint alone. It’s the first character ever created in Transformers with input from all fans. Last year, Hasbro put up a poll asking what kind of character the fans would want, and lo-and-behold, we have Windblade, a female Transformer that exists in a universe where there aren’t many of her kind. Not only that, she’s also the only robot around who can speak to Metroplex. In the
Continue readingValiant Announces Valiant First Exclusives and Programming for C2E2 2014
VALIANT Announces VALIANT FIRST Exclusives and Programming for C2E2 2014 – With RAI, ARMOR HUNTERS, and More! From April 25th-27th, Valiant will be unleashing a calvacade of VALIANT FIRST news and exclusives direct from C2E2 2014 – Chicago’s premier comics and pop culture convention! Join Valiant at Booth #317 for a weekend packed with signings from Valiant creators, including artistClayton Henry (Harbinger, Archer & Armstrong), writer Justin Jordan (Shadowman, X-O Manowar #25), colorist Brian Reber (Unity, X-O Manowar), and more surprise guests! Plus, look for a ton of free giveaways and con-exclusive products, including the RAI #1 Graham Crackers Shared Exclusive Variant by fan favorite artist Kalman Andrasofszky (X-23)! Limited to 750 copies, get the jump on the hotly anticipated debut
Continue readingDark Horse Announces WonderCon Anaheim 2014 Schedule
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MILWAUKIE, OR— Dark Horse Comics is headed to WonderCon in Anaheim, CA next weekend! Join us for free signings by visiting Dark Horse at booth #519 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 WonderCon exclusive variant covers are available in limited quantities. All proceeds from the convention variant of The Witcher will benefit Sharon and Stan Sakai. SIGNING SCHEDULE Friday, April 18
Continue reading20TH CENTURY FOX AND DARK HORSE ANNOUNCE PROJECT BASED ON THE UPCOMING FILM “THE BOOK OF LIFE”!
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND DARK HORSE ANNOUNCE A NEW PROJECT BASED ON THE UPCOMING FILM THE BOOK OF LIFE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MILWAUKIE, OR – Dark Horse, a premier publisher of creator-owned and licensed content, today announces a partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products: an upcoming project based on this year’s highly anticipated film from Fox Animation Studios, The Book of Life. In September 2014, Dark Horse will release The Art of The Book of Life, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film. The Art of The Book of Life is an inspirational behind-the-scenes look at the making of the animated feature
Continue readingFunko Goes to Bat With Pop! MLB: Major League Baseball Mascots
The Major League Baseball season is fully underway (my beloved Milwaukee Brewers are in first place as of this writing – Go Brewers!), and Funko has unveiled new Pop! Vinyl figures for the MLB fan. Featuring seven mascots from MLB, each has the personality of beloved (or hated*, depending on who you root for) baseball figures immortalized in the cute vinyl figure form. These will be available in May. (* Note: We at ASM do not condone buying the figure of your rival team for use in nefarious ways.) One request, though, Funko — we need a Bernie Brewer with
Continue readingFillion, Reedus, Cohan, Marsters Top Celebs At Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con
Nathan Fillion, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, James Marsters, Milo Ventimiglia, Michael Rooker Headline Celebrity Guests At Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con, May 30 – June 1 Jon Bernthal, Jason David Frank, Robert Knepper, Top Comics Creators Also Among Top Stars At Pop Culture Festival At Georgia World Congress Center ATLANTA, April 8, 2014 – Nathan Fillion (“Castle,” Serenity), Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Jon Bernthaland Michael Rooker of “The Walking Dead,” James Marsters (“Buffy The Vampire Slayer,” “Torchwood”), Milo Ventimiglia (“Heroes,” Rocky Balboa), Darryl McDaniels “D.M.C.” (“Run-D.M.C.”) Jason David Frank (“Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers”), and Robert Knepper (“Prison Break,” Hitman) are among the celebrities scheduled to attend Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con, May 30-June 1 at the Georgia World Congress Center. It is the seventh
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