Thursday, May 15, 2008

Hellboy 2 Limited Edition “Bronze” Roto Bust ?

Mezco continues to break new ground with the introduction of Roto Busts ?. Mezco Roto Busts ? update the standard concept of busts by adding articulation and utililizing the latest in cutting edge 21st century roto technology to make a highly detailed, poseable bust that is more affordable than other busts on the market. The new Roto Bust ? format debuts with Hellboy. Standing an imposing 9.75 inches tall this Hellboy bust will be the focal point of your collection. Featuring a new interactive element that allows you to pose him in more than 1600 possible positions!

This limited edition version has a faux bronze finish giving it the look of a classical sculpture plucked from deep in the archives of the BPRD. The special finish highlights the extreme details of the sculpture; the wrinkles by the eyes, the texture of the skin, the nooks and crevices of the “stone” base, and much more.

Limited edition of just 98 pieces worldwide.

Available exclusively through Mezco Direct.

http://www.mezcotoyz.com/store/detail.aspx?ID=606
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Larroca’s New INVINCIBLE IRON MAN Cover Is Revealed!

Marvel is proud to unveil the cover to Invincible Iron Man #1 Second Printing Variant by acclaimed interior artist Salvador Larroca. Written by the red-hot Matt Fraction (Immortal Iron Fist, upcoming Uncanny X-Men) and penciled by Larroca, this is the series that has everyone clamoring for more of the super hero everyone can’t stop talking about!

“There's a new IRON MAN book on the market and it's off to a really, really good start. Matt Fraction is still churning out hits like I always thought he would. Larocca's still a hell of an artist,” said Humphrey Lee of AintItCoolNews. “The same formula that made the movie a hit with the casual fans is here again to make this a sure hit with the die hards.”

Tony Stark must now contend with a younger, faster and deadlier version of himself in Ezekiel Stane…but what chance does he stand against this new foe? Find out in Invincible Iron Man!

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #1 SECOND PRINTING LARROCA VARIANT (MAR088276)
INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #1 SECOND PRINTING MOVIE VARIANT (MAR088277)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Pencils & Variant Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
Variant Cover by RYAN MEINERDING
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—05/22/08, On-Sale—06/11/08

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #2 (APR082272)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art & Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
50/50 Variant Cover by BRANDON PETERSON
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—05/15/08, On-Sale—06/04/08
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David Finch Brings the X-Men’s Legacy To Life!

Admit it True Believer, you’ve been drooling over David Finch’s stunning covers to the sold-out X-Men: Legacy and now you can enjoy them, joined as one image, as an oversized poster! X-Men: Legacy By David Finch Poster arrives just in time to brighten up your rooms for summer, with a powerful vision of the X-Men’s greatest moments!

X-MEN: LEGACY BY DAVID FINCH POSTER (MAR082283)
55x20 Color Poster…$15.99
FOC—5/22/08, On-Sale—6/18/08
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Gabriele Dell’Otto Covers Ultimate Origins #1!

The must-read Ultimate Universe event of the summer is almost here and Marvel is proud to unveil Gabriele Dell’Otto’s cover to Ultimate Origins #1! As award-winning, red-hot scribe Brian Bendis (Secret Invasion) and acclaimed artist Butch Guice join forces for the first time, the Ultimate Universe will be torn apart by shocking revelations!

It’s all connected…but just what are the secrets behind the Ultimate Universe? Find out in Ultimate Origins #1!

ULTIMATE ORIGINS #1 (of 5) (APR082246)
ULTIMATE ORIGINS #1 (of 5) TURNER VARIANT (APR082247)
ULTIMATE ORIGINS #1 (of 5) TURNER VARIANT SKETCH VARIANT (MAR088241)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Penciled by BUTCH GUICE
50/50 Cover by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
50/50 Cover by SIMONE BIANCHI
Variant Cover by MICHAEL TURNER
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/15/08, On-Sale—6/4/08
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Roland Confronts The Crimson King in Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #4!

It’s been an arduous journey for Roland Deschain and his ka-tet—but now they’ll come face to face with the embodiment of evil! Enter Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #4, as the chart-topping team of writers Robin Furth & Peter David, artists Jae Lee & Richard Isanove continue the critically-acclaimed sequel to last year’s national best-seller, based on Stephen King’s seminal Dark Tower novels! Roland’s spirit confronts the Crimson King himself while Alain & Cuthbert fend off a pack of deadly wolves as they struggle to protect an unconscious Roland!

Marvel is also pleased to announce that due to an overwhelming demand, causing a sell-out at Diamond, Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #2 is going back to print! Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #2 Second Printing Variant features the gorgeous interior art of Jae Lee on a new cover!

As the penultimate issue of the series arrives, can Roland and his friends possibly triumph? Or does more tragedy await? Find out in Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #4! Plus, don’t miss Dark Tower: The Gunslinger Born Premiere HC, collecting the first sold-out limited series that was a national best-seller and topped critic’s charts as one of the best comics of 2007!

For more on Dark Tower, please visit
http://www.stephenking.com and http://www.marvel.com/darktower

DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #4 (of 5) (APR082236)
DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #4 (of 5) GARNEY VARIANT (APR082237)
DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #4 (of 5) LEE SKETCH VARIANT (APR082238)
Written by PETER DAVID & ROBIN FURTH
Penciled by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Variant Cover by RON GARNEY & KLAUS JANSON
Sketch Variant Cover by JAE LEE
Parental Advisory…$3.99
FOC—5/15/08, On-Sale—6/04/08

DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #2 (of 5) SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (APR088019)
Written by PETER DAVID & ROBIN FURTH
Penciled by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Parental Advisory…$3.99
FOC—5/22/08, On-Sale—6/11/08

DARK TOWER: THE GUNSLINGER BORN PREMIERE HC (SEP072167)
Written by PETER DAVID & ROBIN FURTH
Penciled by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Parental Advisory …$24.99
ON-SALE NOW!

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