The Justice League Unlimited line, somewhat forgotten in the shadow of the popular DC Universe Classics, continues to provide an unprecedented array of characters spanning all regions of the DC Universe. With its next JLU MattyCollector.com release, Mattel once again presents a first with action figure versions of the Justice Guild. No specific release date has been announced.
Based on the 2002 two-part "Legends" episode of the Justice League animated series, the figures comprise four of the five members of the Justice Guild, a Golden Age-styled superhero group created for the show. Missing is Cat Man, a Batman-type caped crusader with utility belt and pointy ears. Given the plethora of repainted Batmans we've seen over the years, maybe it's destined for solo release at a later date.
What we get are Tom Turbine, The Streak, Black Siren and the Green Guardsman. Tom Turbine's the only one who's not patterned directly off of a Justice Society character. I've read suggestions that have him pegged as the Atom, Superman, Mr. Terrific (I'm guessing that's because of the big "T" on his chest and the wrestling-like belt around his waist) or a combination of characters, but he appears to be a generic powerhouse hero - the kind that does the heavy lifting for the group. The Streak (the Flash), Black Siren (Black Canary) and Green Guardsman (Green Lantern) were certainly created with JSA characters in mind.
As with other JLU figures, this foursome lacks the articulation that makes lines like DCUC so popular. No knee joints, wrists or elbows to allow for a variety of poses. However, the trade-off comes in the form of clean lines that don't distract from the highly stylized "animated" look of the figures. While it's nice to have figures that bend all over the place, sometimes those joints stand out too much and distract your focus.
Since the Justice Guild was created for the animated series, it's a natural that they join the JLU line. The bright colors and cheesy grins work in providing an animated appearance of Golden Age greats. I'd be more excited about these if they were released around the time of the first-season episodes they appeared in, but it's always a welcome surprise to see new character releases - that's part of what makes me a collector of the JLU line. A DC fan has to love the variety JLU has provided.
The major drawback, however, is that these are tough to keep standing. Black Siren has to have a stand to stay up (one is included) and the weight of Green Guardsman's cape makes him a struggle to stay upright as well.
The Justice Guild is a perfect release for MattyCollector.com because hardcore fans will definitely want these, while I wouldn't expect these figures to have much mass market appeal. Mattel officials have said they will keep releasing JLU online as long as collectors keep buying. As long as they're producing new characters, it's a chance to build a DC Universe larger than you can get with any other toy line. I say keep 'em coming.
Roger Vozar
Staff Reviewer
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Chances are you’re here to see how to enter our contest running on Twitter!Well, you’ve come to the right place. Check out the details below!
How to Enter:
1) Follow Dark Horse Comics on Twitter.com, winners must be “following” Dark Horse Comics to be eligible.
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Before the end of the day, one (1) winner will be picked and sent a copy of Hellboy Library Edition Vol. 3!
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"Unflinching" graphic novel biography of legendary heavyweight champion now in stores
Now available in stores, IDW is proud to offer The Original Johnson, a bold graphic novel biography of Jack Johnson, the first black heavyweight champion. The 120-page hard cover chronicles the life of the “Galveston Giant,” telling the gripping story of one man’s fight for equality. Long time comics mainstay Trevor Von Eeden (Batman, Green Arrow) captures the essence of a nation’s struggle through the lens of one of the best boxers of all time. The New York Times calls The Original Johnson “unflinching in its depiction of racism in America, the brutality of the boxing ring and the tragedies and triumphs of Johnson’s life.”
In 1908, Jack Johnson beat a white boxer for the heavyweight world championship, sparking racial clashes around the country. Between his conquests across the color line both in and out of the boxing ring, this son of former slaves came to embody the struggle again racism that still plagues society today and an inspiration for generations of people fighting discrimination and inequality.
“The Original Johnson is a project unlike anything ever seen in comics,” ComicMix editor-in-chief Mike Gold said. “Beautifully told by a master storyteller at the height of his considerable abilities, Trevor’s story is brutally honest and is almost as controversial as Jack Johnson was himself. I’m proud to be associated with it.”
Jack Johnson became a flash point in America’s racial evolution, not only for his repeated victories over white boxers, but also for his many relationships with white women. During Johnson’s life, these were considered equal offenses, and The Original Johnson examines both with the same passion and graphic art.
“Right now, Senator John McCain and Representative Peter King have petitioned President Barack Obama to pardon Jack Johnson for the incredible crime of daring to have a romantic link to a white woman,” Von Eeden notes. “This action follows resolutions passed by both houses of Congress. Saturday, December 26th will reflect the 101st anniversary of Johnson becoming the first black heavyweight champion of the world. The time for The Original Johnson is now!”
A co-production from IDW Publishing and ComicMix, The Original Johnson will be a two-volume graphic novel totaling 240 pages of story, plus historical introductions. The Original Johnson contains some mature content.
The Original Johnson, Volume One ($19.99, 128 pages) is now available in stores. An IDW/ComicMix co-production. ISBN 978-1-160010-638-5.
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THE VILLAGE VOICE SELECTS
DO ANDROIDS DREAM
OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?
ONE OF 2009’S BEST GRAPHIC NOVELS!
The Village Voice has selected BOOM! Studios & Electric Shepherd Productions' DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP? Vol. 1 as one of 2009’s Best Comics and Graphic Novels.
From The Village Voice:
“If you're a fan of Blade Runner but have never read the source material, this experimental adaptation should be just the ticket.”
“Village Voice is a fantastic publication that is always pointing readers towards new and exciting things,” said Marketing and Sales Director Chip Mosher. “This is high praise from a source of such smart readership. We're honored.”
Since it's first release DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP? has garnered praise for numerous critics accross the globe:
"...impressively, it works... it's a great job." – io9.com
"Best bet" – MTV Splash Page
"...what a wonderful idea and fantastic way to introduce the work of Philip K. Dick to new readers... a great package, ideal for newcomers and fans alike." – Comic Book Resources
"...it works incredibly well ...." – Fanboy Planet
"...it's going to be a treat. 4 out of 5. Check this out, especially if you're a fan of the novel, the movie, or Philip K. Dick." – Comicvine.com
Worldwide best-selling sci-fi writer Philip K. Dick's award-winning DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP? has been called "a masterpiece ahead of its time, even today" and served as the basis for the film BLADE RUNNER. Last Summer BOOM! Studios in association with Electric Shepherd Productions debuted the first issue of the complete novel transplanted into the comic book medium, mixing all new panel-to-panel continuity with the actual text from the novel in an innovative, ground-breaking 24-issue maxi-series experiment!
DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP #7 hits shelves December 23rd and is written by Philp K. Dick with interior art by Tony Parker. This issue ships with two covers in a 50/50 split by Brett Weldele and Scott Keating. This is issue 7 of 24, and each issue retails at $3.99.
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IMAGE UNITED: INTERLUDE to unite the larger Image universe in March 2010!
This March the effects of IMAGE UNITED go global with a glimpse of the crossover's impact on INVINCIBLE and many other Image Comics favorites in the one-shot event, IMAGE UNITED: INTERLUDE!
"As the scope of IMAGE UNITED became larger and larger, it was apparent we would really need to touch on what the rest of the Image universe is up to," IMAGE UNITED writer Robert Kirkman said. "The goal behind the mini-series is to create an even tighter Image universe than ever before, so not only do we get to see how this affects Image founder characters like SPAWN, YOUNGBLOOD and SAVAGE DRAGON, but we're bringing in INVINCIBLE, among many other surprises."
IMAGE UNITED: INTERLUDE picks up immediately after the cataclysmic events of IMAGE UNITED #3 as the entire world reels from the issue's devastation. INVINCIBLE leads the charge with a pantheon of Image's finest, illustrated by Ottley and the many other fan-favorite artists. The complete cast of characters and creators will be announced over the coming weeks.
IMAGE UNITED: INTERLUDE, a 32-page full-color comic book for $3.99, will be in-stores on March 31st, 2010.
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Legendary artist and creator Sergio Aragonés has lent his considerable artistic talents to create the first-ever Free Comic Book Day Commemorative Artist T-Shirt.
"We wanted to create a unique annual event T-shirt and who better to start with than Sergio?" commented FCBD spokesperson Elissa Lynch. "We think he’s done a beautiful job of capturing the excitement and personalities found in comic shops and on Free Comic Book Day."
The shirt is the start of a new tradition, with a new artist to provide artwork for the special design each year. "I'm very proud, of course," said Sergio about being the first FCBD artist. "The art is not based on any one comic book shop, it is my imagination—it is how I think shops look like, full of young readers, moms, super heroes reading and buying comics."
This year's shirt from the fan-favorite Groo creator and MAD Magazine legend will be available in white, black, and purple, in sizes ranging from Small through XXL. Proceeds from the sale of the shirts will go to support FCBD10's marketing and promotional efforts, with $1 from each T-shirt sale also being donated to Sergio's elected charity, the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. T-shirts will be available in comic book shops starting early April, 2010.
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Cool kids comics, the greatest superhero fare, classic reprints and the latest creative stories...FCBD10 has it all! A wide spectrum of comics is covered in the Gold and Silver comic books available for Free Comic Book Day 2010.Free Comic Book Day will be on May 1, 2010
2010 Gold Comics
ARCHIE’S SUMMER SPLASH! #1 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Dan Parent.
Publisher: ARCHIE COMICS
“Whose BEACH is it Anyway?”: Sun, sand, swimsuits and cool rockin’ tunes — no, it’s not a cinematic “beach party” blast from the past, but a whole new summer splash from Archie and his friends! In this fun-filled free issue, Cheryl and her snooty friends from Pembrooke form an all-girl group to compete head on with the Archies at a summer beach music festival. Will Cheryl’s group be a tuneful treat, or mistaken for bellowing whales?
32pgs, FC
FREE!
Doctor Solar/Magnus FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Jim Shooter (A) Dennis Calero, Various (C) Raymond Swanland.
Publisher: DARK HORSE COMICS
The dawn of a new age of superhero excitement begins on Free Comic Book Day as Dark Horse Comics proudly presents the return of two of the most legendary characters in the annals of comics: Doctor Solar, Man of the Atom and Magnus, Robot Fighter — re-imagined for the 21st century by comics legend, writer Jim Shooter! This FCBD extravaganza offers all-new Solar and Magnus stories, each heralding new series launches in summer 2010, and featuring interior art by fan-favorite Dennis Calero (X-Men Noir) and cover art by Raymond Swanland!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
FRACTURED FABLES FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Bryan Talbot, Doug TenNapel, Alexander Grecian, Derek McCulloch, Ted McKeever (A) Camilla d'Errico, Doug TenNapel, Christian Ward, Anthony Peruzzo, Ted McKeever (C) Mike and Laura Allred
Publisher: IMAGE COMICS
This special FCBD offers a small taste of the new hardcover anthology from Silverline Books due later in the year. An all-star cast of writers and artists have been assembled to turn familiar fairy tales and nursery rhymes on their ear to make kids LAUGH! These humorous interpretations will delight any reader, regardless of their age!
36pgs, FC
FREE!
G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO #155½ FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Larry Hama (A) TBD.
Publisher: IDW Publishing
This is what you really want! Larry Hama continues his original and ground-breaking G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero saga with the VERY NEXT ISSUE (but, you know, 15 years later). G.I. Joe has closed its doors, leaving COBRA to pillage, burn, and plunder!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
IRON MAN/THOR FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Matt Fraction (A/C) John Romita, Jr.
Publisher: MARVEL COMICS
The perfect jumping-on point for any and all readers...and it's FREE! When rogue mega-billionaires with world-destroying technology threaten the safety of the entire world...and the moon...Thor and Iron Man join forces! In time for the exciting launch of new stories and a bold new direction for Invincible Iron Man and Thor, superstars Matt Fraction and John Romita Jr. team up to bring you two of Marvel's heaviest hitters like you've never seen them before! A major new direction for the Marvel Universe kicks off HERE - on Free Comic Book Day!
36pgs, FC
FREE!
MOUSE GUARD/FRAGGLE ROCK FCBD 2010 Edition
Creative Team: (W/A) David Petersen, TBD.
Publisher: Archaia Entertainment
Archaia is proud to present two amazing all-new stories in one fantastic flip-book! In the spring of 1153 the Mouse Guard deal with the onset of the spring thaw and the havoc it wreaks on their territories. Meanwhile, it’s time to dance your cares away as Gobo, Mokey, Wembley, Boober and Red return for a brand-new series of hilarious and heartfelt Fraggle Rock adventures written and drawn by some of the most imaginative creators in comics!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
KiZOIC Presents: Shrek & The Penguins of Madagascar FCBD 2010 Edition
Creative Team: (W/A) Dan Parent.
Publisher: Ape Entertainment
Ape Entertainment proudly offers KiZOIC Presents: Shrek & The Penguins of Madagascar! Featuring four stories by the artists and writers of the up-coming Shrek and Penguins of Madagascar comic books, these stories are guaranteed to tickle your funny bone and leave you begging for more! All-ages fun for everyone!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
YOW! The John Stanley Library FCBD 2010 Edition
Creative Team: (W/A) John Stanley.
Publisher: Drawn & Quarterly
D+Q delivers another wholly original and boisterous FCBD issue that will entertain readers of all ages! YOW! The John Stanley Library spotlights the world's greatest all-ages cartoonist, John Stanley, in a beautiful package designed by Seth. YOW! features new stories from the John Stanley Library: Melvin Monster, Nancy and 13 Going On 18, plus a story from the legendary one-shot Choo Choo Charlie and a Tubby story!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
TOY STORY FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Jesse Blaze Snider (A/C) Nathan Watson.
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
With Toy Story 3 hitting theaters this summer, don’t miss this opportunity to get kids hooked on comics with a FREE issue from the ongoing Toy Story series from BOOM Kids! More all-new adventures featuring the world's favorite toys with Woody, Buzz and the gang!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
WAR OF THE SUPERMEN #0 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) James Robinson (A) Eddy Barrows, Ruy José (C) J.G. Jones.
Publisher: DC COMICS
A war is coming, and all that stands between Earth and 100,000 vengeful supermen is one Superman! The conflict between Superman and General Zod erupts into all-out war this summer in a series that will shatter the worlds of Superman, Supergirl and the entire DC Universe — all brought to you by the hit creative team of James Robinson and Eddy Barrows! This special #0 issue featuring all-new material previews the conflicts to come while spotlighting a savage strike on Metropolis and the world — an attack that will shake Superman to his very core. After this, there’s no turning back — the War of the Supermen is here!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
2010 Silver Comics
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Ian Flynn (A) James Fry, Jim Amash
Publisher: ARCHIE COMICS
"Hide & Seek & DESTROY!": Dr. Eggman has vanished - or has he? As Sonic searches for clues, he stumbles across an old weapon from the bygone days of his childhood. Will Dr. Eggman allow Sonic to be destroyed by this threat from yesteryear? Will Sonic discover the truth behind his old rival's disappearance? All the answers lie in this free issue!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
WORLDS OF ASPEN FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) David Wohl, JT Krul, David Schwartz, Vince Hernandez (A) Joe Benitez, Scott Clark, Marcus To, Eduardo Francisco, Alex Konat (C) Michael Turner, Peter Steigerwald, Various
Publisher: ASPEN MLT
A special compilation issue featuring four exciting outtakes from several of Aspen's hottest titles including Soulfire (Vol 2), and Executive Assistant: Iris! Also showcased are two of Aspen's newest titles, Fathom: Blue Descent and Mindfield!!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
FEARLESS DAWN/ASYLUM PRESS SAMPLER FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Steve Mannion, Various
Publisher: ASYLUM PRESS
Featuring a sampling of new and upcoming Asylum Press titles! Steve Mannion's Fearless Dawn features our favorite new heroine battling a troop of mutants; Black Powder, a bloody frontier adventure by Dwayne Harris; Warlash: Origins is a tale of Bladeviper by Royal McGraw and J.C. Wong; Farmhouse by Elizabeth J. Musgrave and Szymon Kudranski, a tale of a drifter who falls in love with an artist undergoing an experimental art therapy; armored hero vs. brain-eating monsters in Warlash: Zombie Mutant Genesis by Frank Forte; and a look at Jason Paulos' EEEK!, a retro-style horror anthology.
32pgs, B&W
FREE!
S.E. HINTON/FAME FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) CW Cooke, Dan Rafter (A) Various (C) Vinnie Tartamella
Publisher: BLUEWATER PRODUCTIONS
S.E. Hinton, author of the The Outsiders, was - and still is - one of the most popular and best known writers of Young Adult fiction. And now Bluewater Productions proudly announces an exciting new partnership with the best-selling in this special FCBD preview issue, showcasing the new titles from Hinton. Plus: Your first look at the new biography series FAME, featuring Lady Gaga!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
BONGO COMICS FREE-FOR-ALL! FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Matt Groening, Various
Publisher: BONGO COMICS
The comic company that brings you The Simpsons and Futurama in the fantastic four-color format joins with retailers to reel in new readers, with a comic cornucopia of tantalizing tidbits and a spectacular sampling of the best in humor comics!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
IRREDEEMABLE #1 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Mark Waid (A) Peter Krause (C) John Cassaday
Publisher: BOOM! STUDIOS
Last year's comic book industry event is this year's best way to get more readers hooked on Mark Waid's best-selling original title, Irredeemable, the series that dared to ask the question: what if the world's greatest hero decided to become the world's greatest villain? And 12 issues later, that question has been answered with a best-selling comic series, two best-selling trade collections and Incorruptible, the companion series.
32pgs, FC
FREE!
DC KIDS MEGA-SAMPLER FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Landry Walker, Art Baltazar, Franco, Sholly Fisch (A) Eric Jones, Art Baltazar, Mike Norton, Dario Brizuela (C) Baltazar
Publisher: DC COMICS
This sampler is the perfect place to check out the sensational line of titles aimed at readers of all ages! It includes exciting, all-new stories starring Batman: The Brave & The Bold, Tiny Titans, Billy Batson & the Magic of Shazam! and Super Friends!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
DEL REY SHOWCASE FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Various
Publisher: DEL REY COMICS
Featuring previews of Del Rey's upcoming comics and graphic novels including: The Last Airbender by Dave Roman, Alison Wilgus, and Nina Matsumoto; The Talisman: A Collision of Worlds by Stephen King, Peter Straub, and Tony Shasteen; Odd is On Our Side by Dean Koontz, Fred Van Lente, and Queenie Chan; Pride, Prejudice, and Zombies: The Graphic Novel by Jane Austen, Seth Grahame-Smith, Tony Lee, and Cliff Richards.
32pgs, FC
FREE!
GREEN HORNET #1 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Kevin Smith (A) Jonathan Lau, Ariel Padilla, Aaron Campbell (C) Alex Ross
Publisher: D.E./DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT
Dynamite Entertainment proudly presents the return of the Green Hornet! In 2010, Dynamite will unveil three brand-new Green Hornet series, starting with the worldwide debut of Kevin Smith's vision for the masked crusader (based on his unproduced screenplay)! Get a first look with this special edition featuring not only Smith's version, but the award-winning work of creators Matt Wagner and Brett Matthews as well! All in one Free Comic Book Day comic event!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
WEATHERCRAFT: A FRANK COMIC FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Jim Woodring
Publisher: FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS
Are you ready? Because your life is about to change! Perception as you know it will cease! Fantagraphics proudly presents Jim Woodring's Weathercraft! Every other free comic book will pale in comparison to our powerful and supernatural print-barge for both the enlightened and perplexed masses. Marvel at the toothy preview of Jim Woodring's first original graphic novel, do your detective work with exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews, and gasp at rare out-of-print images, comics and transmissions, all from Jimland! Beware! Manhog lurks near...
32pgs, FC
FREE!
THE OVERSTREET GUIDE TO COLLECTING COMICS FCBD 2010 EDITION
Publisher: GEMSTONE PUBLISHING
How do you collect comics? How do you take care of the comics you buy? How do you grade comics? How do you sell your comics? How do you evaluate their worth? The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide answers the questions and more facing new collectors and experienced enthusiasts alike!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
LIBRARY OF AMERICAN COMICS #0 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Publisher: IDW PUBLISHING
Presenting excerpts from the greatest comic strips of all time - from action/adventure to high drama, to fall-on-the-floor hilarious! IDW and the Library of American Comics present 32 pages of previews from upcoming volumes including Archie by Bob Montana, Secret Agent Corrigan by Al Williamson, Blondie by Chic Young, The Complete Bloom County Library by Berkeley Breathed, Rip Kirby by Alex Raymond, Polly and Her Pals by Chris Sterrett, Dick Tracy by Chester Gould, and Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray.
32pgs, PC
FREE!
ARTIFACTS: FIRST LOOK FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Ron Marz (A) Top Cow's Finest (C) Stjepan Sejic
Publisher: IMAGE COMICS/TOP COW STUDIOS
Building on the success of First Born and Broken Trinity, Top Cow finally reveals the secrets of all 13 Artifacts - which include The Darkness, Witchblade, Angelus, Magdalena's Spear of Destiny, and more. Launching a massive 13-issue event beginning in July 2010, this series will literally define and redefine the nature of the Top Cow Universe! The final identity of the remaining hidden Artifacts will be revealed, characters will perish, and the very existence of the Top Cow Universe will be at stake. And it begins here!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
LOVE AND CAPES #13 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A/C) Thomas F. Zahler
Publisher: MAERKLE PRESS
What happens when an armored billionaire teams up with a hot-headed, cosmic-powered teen to fight a trio of massively-powered super-apes? Find out when Iron Man and Nova take on Red Ghost and The Super-Apes! Out-numbered, the Golden Avenger and the Human Rocket will have to trust an apparent traitor in the gorillas' midst if they are to survive and save an entire city. Will they succeed or are they being played? Find out in this all-new, action-packed adventure, which happens to be FREE!
24pgs, FC
FREE!
IRON MAN: SUPERNOVA FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Paul Tobin (A) Craig Rousseau (C) Ed McGuinness
Publisher: MARVEL COMICS
What happens when an armored billionaire teams up with a hot-headed, cosmic-powered teen to fight a trio of massively-powered super-apes? Find out when Iron Man and Nova take on Red Ghost and The Super-Apes! Out-numbered, the Golden Avenger and the Human Rocket will have to trust an apparent traitor in the gorillas' midst if they are to survive and save an entire city. Will they succeed or are they being played? Find out in this all-new, action-packed adventure, which happens to be FREE!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
THE TICK #1 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Ben Edlund
Publisher: NEC PRESS
In honor of this year's Free Comic Book Day, and to commemorate the first appearance of The Tick 24 years ago, NEC Press offers this special re-presentation of Ben Edlund's legendary first issue of The Tick, in a special Free Comic Book Day special edition! The complete original first comic book appearance of The Tick, as it originally hit the stands in 1986!
32pgs, B&W
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ONI PRESS FREE-FOR-ALL! #1 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Chris Schweizer, Matthew Loux, Ray Fawkes
Publisher: ONI PRESS
Coming your way this Free Comic Book Day: the Oni Press Free-For-All! This all-ages anthology packs in three exclusive terrific tales from The Crogan Adventures by Chris Schweizer, Salt Water Taffy by Matthew Loux and the all-new series, Possessions, by Ray Fawkes!
32pgs, B&W
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THE SIXTH GUN #1 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Cullen Bunn (A/C) Brian Hurtt
Publisher: ONI PRESS
During the darkest days of the Civil War, wicked cutthroats came into possession of six pistols of otherworldly power. In time, the Sixth Gun - the most dangerous of the weapons - vanished. When the gun resurfaces in the hands of an innocent girl, dark forces reawaken. Vile men thought long dead set their sights on retrieving the gun and killing the girl. Only Drake Sinclair, a gunfighter with a shadowy past, stands in their way!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
RADICAL: BIGGER BOOKS! BIGGER VALUE! FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W/A) Various
Publisher: RADICAL PUBLISHING
For FCBD 2010, fans can read the first 8 pages of 4 incredible titles showcasing Radical's innovative "Bigger Books! Bigger Value!" format. Wesley Snipes and director Antoine Fuqua (Training Day) join writer Peter Milligan and artist Jeff Nentrup for the sci-fi saga, After Dark; Jonah Hex's Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray deliver Time Bomb, featuring art by comics legend Paul Gulacy; Driver for the Dead will keep your heart racing with a tale of action, horror and voodoo from writer John Heffernan (Snakes on a Plane) and artist Clint Langley (Sláine); and finally, Radical presents The Rising, from creator/writer E. Max Frye (Band of Brothers) and artist J.P. Targete (Pixar's John Carter of Mars)!
32pgs, FC
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ATOMIC ROBO AND FRIENDS FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (W) Brian Clevinger, Various (A) Scott Wegener, Various
Publisher: RED 5 COMICS
Eisner Award-nominated Atomic Robo knows that the rain forests of South America hide many secrets...but none so deadly as "The Terror Bird"! Forgotten by time, these prehistoric apex predators are primed to devastate the modern world! (The word 'terror' is right there in its name!) Plus! Previews of 2010 adventures of Red 5 favorites and some new faces!
32pgs, FC
FREE!
FREEDOM FORMULA: SPEED METAL OVERTURES #0 FCBD 2010 EDITION
Creative Team: (Writer) Edmund Shern ,Brandon Jerwa, Andrew Dabb, Tony Lee (A) Puppeteer Lee, Zid, Leah Liu, Zhaoweiyi (C) Puppeteer Lee
Publisher: STORM LION
Metal twisting tales of the meanest, fastest mechs in all-out heart-pounding action, the legend of the Freedom Formula races starts here in this collection of must-read stories. Spinning out of last year's acclaimed mini-series and soon to be a major motion picture from New Regency with Bryan Singer (Superman Returns).
32pgs, FC
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THE STUFF OF LEGEND/THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS PREVIEW FCBD 2010 EDITION
Publisher: TH3RD WORLD STUDIOS
Don't be left in "The Dark" this year, as Th3rd World Studios presents not only a recap of the toys' first adventure from The Stuff of Legend Volume I, The Dark, but also a first look at Volume 2, The Jungle coming in June. Also, get your first look at Th3rd World's adaptation of Cassandra Clare's New York Times best-selling novel, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, a young adult fantasy series in which a young teen girl discovers a shadowy world filled with demon-hunting warriors.
32pgs, FC
FREE!
OWLY AND FRIENDS FCBD 2010 EDTION
Creative: (W/A) Andy Runton, James Kochalka, Christian Slade
Publisher: TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS
Top Shelf is proud to join the 2010 Free Comic Book Day celebration with not one, but three all-ages tales! In this FCBD edition, we'll not only present an all-new Owly adventure by Andy Runton, but also two other all-new, all-ages adventures from Owly's friends: Johnny Boo by James Kochalka and Korgi by Christian Slade. Perfect for everyone in the family, this time around with a great cover by Christian Slade!
24pgs, FC
FREE!
Additional Items
MARVEL HEROCLIX: WAR MACHINE FCBD 2010 FIGURE
Publisher: WIZKIDS/NECA
When Iron Man needs backup, he calls upon War Machine! War Machine is slated to be a major part of the May 2010 Iron Man 2 movie, and to capitalize on this, WizKids will be modifying the popular War Machine sculpt from the Marvel HeroClix: Armor Wars series as 2010's Free Comic Book Day figure. This exclusive figure comes with an all-new dial and character card.
24pgs, FC
FREE!
UPPER DECK MARVEL PROMO PACKS
Publisher: UPPER DECK
The Upper Deck Company and Marvel Comic join forces for the all-new Marvel Trading Card Game and the Iron Man 2 Movie Card Series, and you can get a sneak peek on FCBD with these exclusive foil promo packs! Each colorful foil pack includes 3 cards - out of a possible 9 promo cards available - with special "short print" and chase cards seeded throughout! Trade with fellow FCBD attendees and collect them all!
Promo Pack
FREE!
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