Image Comics from Diamond Distributors for July 6, 2016

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Review: DC Comics Presents: TITANS HUNT 100-Page Super Spectacular

DC COMICS PRESENTS: TITANS HUNT 100-PAGE SUPER SPECTACULAR
DC COMICS – @DCComics

[This is a review was originally posted on Patreon.]

WRITER: Bob Haney
PENCILS: Bruno Premiani; Nick Cardy; Irv Novick
INKS: Bruno Premiani; Nick Cardy
LETTERS: Stan Sarkman; Gaspar Saladino; Ira Schnapp;
COVER: Ryan Sook
100pp, Color, $7.99 U.S. (January 2016)

Rated “T” for “Teen”

“The Thousand-and-One Dooms of Mr. Twister” (The Brave & the Bold #54 – July 1964)
Chapter 2: “Town Without Teen-Agers
Chapter 3: “The Town that Would Not Die”

“The Beast-God of Xochatan!” (Teen Titans #1 – Feb. 1966)
“The Secret Olympic Heroes” (Teen Titans #4 – Nov. 1966)
“Monster Bait!” (The Brave & the Bold #60 - January 1966)

The Teen Titans are a DC Comics superhero team.  Also known at different times as the “New Teen Titans” or as the “Titans,” the team's members are teenage superheroes, some of them sidekicks of adult superheroes.  Also, a frequent theme of Teen Titans stories is of teenagers learning to take on adult roles and responsibilities.

The Teen Titans first appeared in The Brave and the Bold #54 (cover dated: July 1964) and featured the team of Robin/Dick Grayson (Batman's sidekick), Kid Flash/Wally West (Flash's sidekick), and Aqualad/Garth (Aquaman's sidekick).  The team made its first appearance under the name “Teen Titans” in The Brave and the Bold #60, which was also the issue in which a new character was added to the original trio, Wonder Girl/Donna Troy (the younger sister of Wonder Woman).  Speedy/Roy Harper (Green Arrow's sidekick) was initially a Teen Titans guest-star before becoming a team member.

This past fall (2015), DC Comics began publishing a miniseries entitled Titans Hunt, which dealt with the Teen Titans as they existed before the changes to the DC Universe wrought by the advent of The New 52.  In conjunction with Titans Hunt, DC published DC Comics Presents: Titans Hunt 100-Page Super Spectacular.  This stand-alone comic book reprints some of the original stories from the early comic book appearances of the Teen Titans.  The stories contained herein are reprinted from The Brave and the Bold #54 and #60 and Teen Titans #1 and #4

“The Thousand-and-One Dooms of Mr. Twister” is set in the idyllic small town of Hatton Corners.  Robin, Kid Flash, and Aqualad each receive letters from the Hatton Corners Teen Club.  The juvenile members of this club implore the teen superheroes to help them deal with their parents who just don't understand them.  However, both sides:  the adults and parents and teens and children have a bigger problem, the vengeful and villainous Mr. Twister, and he may be too powerful for a trio of teen superhero sidekicks to defeat.

“The Beast-God of Xochatan!” finds the Teen Titans:  Robin, Kid Flash, Aqualad, and Wonder Girl joining the Peace Corps.  Then, they are assigned to Xochatan, a South American locale where they must protect a dam-building project from a giant, rampaging stone conquistador.

In “The Secret Olympic Heroes,” the Teen Titans answer a call for help from Ted Bradley, an anxious father whose son, Davey Bradley, has vanished.  Davey is a gold medal hopeful in track and field at the Olympics in Tokyo.  Speedy joins the Teen Titans quartet in this story that pits the young heroes against Diablo, an “international organization dedicated to hate and distrust.”

Speedy returns to the Teen Titans in “Monster Bait!”  Robin tells his teammates that they have received a letter requesting help from 15-year-old Willie Gregson.  This brilliant young man has a summer job as a “guest student assistant” in the laboratory of “the great scientist,” Dr. Simon Finley.  The lab is located on a small island (apparently situated on a large body of water not too far from the Atlantic Ocean) where the Teen Titans find trouble as soon as they arrive.  That includes a shady fisherman, blackmail, and the “Lamprey Monster,” a giant serpent that spews fireballs from its mouth.

When I first saw DC Comics Presents: Titans Hunt 100-Page Super Spectacular on the shelf of my local comic book shop, I snatched it as if it were a winning lottery ticket.  I love DC Comics' Silver Age (as well as the Copper and Bronze Ages), especially comic books featuring Batman and Robin.  My love of Robin carried over to the Teen Titans, and I have long been fascinated with this team's first three decades of existence.  Early issues can be hard to find and/or expensive, and I prefer back issues over reprint and archival book collections.  DC Comics Presents: Titans Hunt 100-Page Super Spectacular is close enough to a regular comic book to please me, and boy, did it please me.

“The Thousand-and-One Dooms of Mr. Twister,” the first gathering of the heroes that would come to be known as the Teen Titans, is quaint.  It's adults vs. teens dispute is like a plot out of a family-friend teen movie from the 1950s and 60s.  It is set in a fictional world that resembles the idealized settings of classic television sitcoms like “The Andy Griffith Show,” “Father Knows Best,” and “Dennis the Menace.”  The story is silly and fanciful, more like a children's fantasy adventure than like a superhero story, but its conflicts and ideas are recognizable.

For me, the best thing about this story is the art by the great Bruno Premiani, one of my all-time favorite comic book artists.  Premiani's “clean line” style looks better during his run on Doom Patrol, but here, his composition and storytelling is quite imaginative in some spots.  I am also a fan of Nick Cardy, the late artist who had a long association with the Teen Titans, but his work here as lead artist on two stories only hints at what is to come from Cardy.

The last two stories in this collection deal with the relationships between fathers and sons, “The Secret Olympic Heroes” directly and “Monster Bait!” indirectly.  Bob Haney is not credited enough as one of the most imaginative comic book writers of all time.  In the Olympics story, he offers a substantive tale about an overbearing father who does not realize that he is chipping away at his son's confidence.  Both the father and the son's dialogue and emotions feel genuine.  In last story (“Monster Bait!”), Haney depicts Willie Gregson's expression of shock and horror at the threat made against his father (who does not appear in the story) in a way that rings with authenticity.

I do not like DC Comics' current Teen Titans comic book, and DC Comics Presents: Titans Hunt 100-Page Super Spectacular only proves how far the Teen Titans franchise has fallen over the better part of the last two decades.  Luckily, reprints of the original Teen Titans occasionally pop up to remind us how could Teen Titans comic books can be...

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Reviewed by Leroy Douresseaux a.k.a. "I Reads You"


The text is copyright © 2016 Leroy Douresseaux. All Rights Reserved. Contact this blog for reprint and syndication rights and fees.

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Image Comics Announces New Story Arc for "Postal"

GET CARRIED AWAY WITH POSTAL

Issue #13 kicks off a new story arc

Writer Bryan Edward Hill (BROKEN TRINITY, NETHERWORLD) and artist Isaac Goodhart will launch a new story arc in their ongoing crime series from Top Cow this July.

Previously in POSTAL, Mark Shiffron learned that he could either protect his innocence or he could protect his town. He couldn’t save both.

In POSTAL #13, the FBI tightens its noose around Eden. Mark and his mother Laura must either choose to let one of their own suffer at the hands of revenge, or help him take a stand against his enemies—the Aryan Brotherhood. Does everyone deserve redemption, or are there some deeds that can’t be forgiven?

"With POSTAL, Matt Hawkins has allowed me to explore the darkest aspects of human nature with an unflinching view of the equally violent and righteous world of Eden, Wyoming and its town filled with criminals,” said Hill. “In this arc, the stakes are even higher for Eden, and for the first time in the series, Mayor Laura Shiffron, and her postman son Mark, find themselves targeted by people who are even more dangerous than they are. Isaac Goodhart is firing on all cylinders and new colorist K. Michael Russell has brought a brutally beautiful perspective to the word of POSTAL."

“We're definitely not showing any signs of slowing down,” said Goodhart. “The new arc is challenging and intense, and Bryan Hill continues to be one of the most fearless writers around. The new scripts are some of the best comics I've ever read and I'm giving them everything I've got. This fourth story arc is going to blow readers away.”

POSTAL #13 Cover A by Linda Sejic (Diamond code: MAY160609) hits stores Wednesday, July 27th, 2016. POSTAL #13 Cover B by Isaac Goodhart (Diamond code: MAY160610) will also be available Wednesday, July 27th. Final order cutoff deadline for retailers is Monday, July 4th, 2016.


ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.

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Michael Golden, Darryl Banks Among Artists Headlining Wizard World Columbus 2016

Joe Corroney, Michael Golden, Stuart Sayger, Darryl Banks Headline Comics Creators At Wizard World Comic Con Columbus, July 29-31

James O’Barr, Guy Gilchrist, Steve Geiger, Tom Cook, Larry Elmore, Phil Ortiz, Columbus’ Own Victor Dandridge Among Other Artist Alley Standouts At Greater Columbus Convention Center

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Joe Corroney (“Star Wars,” “Star Trek”), Michael Golden (“Batman,” “Spider-Man”), Stuart Sayger (“Infestation 2: 30 Days of Night,” “Machete”), Darryl Banks (“Green Lantern,” “JLA”) and Guy Gilchrist (“NANCY,” “Muppet Babies”) are among the talented comics creators scheduled to attend Wizard World Comic Con Columbus, July 29-31, 2016. Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) continues its 2016 schedule with its sixth trip to the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Other superstar artists and writers populating Artist Alley at the popular event include James O’Barr (“The Crow”), Steve Geiger (“Bloodshot,” “Scion”), Tom Cook (“He-Man,” “She-Ra”), Larry Elmore (painter, “Magic: The Gathering,” “Dungeons & Dragons”), Phil Ortiz (“The Simpsons,” “Muppet Babies”), Daniel Leister (“Wonderland,” “Hack/Slash”), Sam Ellis (BOOM Studios, Cartoon Network), Danny Fingeroth (group editor, “Spider-Man,” author, Superman on the Couch) and Columbus native Victor Dandridge (“The Samaritan,” “Origins Unknown”).

They join a lineup of Wizard World Comic Con Columbus celebrities that includes Eliza Taylor (“The 100,” The November Man), Amy Jo Johnson (“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers,” “Felicity”), Ian Somerhalder (“The Vampire Diaries,” “Lost”), James Marsters (“Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” “Caprica”), Jewel Staite (“Firefly”), Lindsey Morgan (“The 100,” “General Hospital”), Elizabeth Rodriguez (“Fear the Walking Dead,” “Orange is the New Black”), Kevin Sorbo (“Hercules,” “Andromeda”), Nicholas Brendon (“Buffy The Vampire Slayer,” “Criminal Minds”) and Charles Martinet (voice actor, “Mario”).

Wizard World comic and gaming con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, television, sci-fi, toys, video gaming, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Comic Con Columbus show hours are Friday, July 29, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, July 30, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, July 31, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Wizard World is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed –  will roam the convention floor. The famed Wizard World Costume Contest will take place on Saturday night.

For more on the 2016 Wizard World Comic Con Columbus, visit http://wizd.me/ColumbusPR .


About Wizard World (OTCBB: WIZD)
Wizard World, Inc. (www.wizardworld.com ) produces comic, gaming and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, television, cosplay, comics, graphic novels, toys, video gaming, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A's, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Wizard World has also launched Wizard World Music ( www.wizardworldmusic.com), Wizard World Store ( www.shopwizardworld.com), CONtv, a digital media channel in partnership with leading independent content distributor Cinedigm™ (NASDAQ: CIDM), and ComicConBox™ ( www.comicconbox.com), a premium subscription-based monthly box service. Fans can interact with Wizard World on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and other social media services.

The Wizard World 2016 schedule is available at: http://wizardworld.com/searchby/city/ .

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Retards, Sycophants Force Image Comics to Reprint "Jupiter's Legacy, Vol. 2 #1"

JUPITER’S LEGACY, VOL. 2 #1 SPARKS FAN FRENZY ON MILLAR DAY

The critically-acclaimed JUPITER’S LEGACY by comics titans Mark Millar (Kingsman: The Secret Service, WANTED, CHRONONAUTS, HUCK) and Frank Quitely launched into an all-new story arc on Wednesday, June 29, 2016—Millar Day 2016. In order to keep up with frenzied demand for the title, Image Comics is pleased to announce a second printing that will hit stores on Wednesday, July 27th, 2016.

The sequel to industry sales-beast JUPITER’S LEGACY is back in this jaw-dropping, plot-twisting issue and it boasts monthly Frank Quitely! Superhero offspring Hutch and Chloe have come out of hiding with son Jason to assemble a team of super-crooks from around the globe.

JUPITER’S LEGACY, VOL. 2 #1 remains available for purchase across all digital platforms, including the Image Comics website (imagecomics.com), the official Image Comics iOS app, Comixology’s website (comixology.com), iOS, Android, and Google Play.

JUPITER’S LEGACY, VOL. 2 #1, 2nd printing (Diamond Code MAY168864) hits stores on Wednesday, July 27th. The final order cutoff deadline for retailers is Monday, July 4th, 2016.

JUPITER'S LEGACY VOL 2 #2 Cover A by Quitely (Diamond Code MAY160642), Cover B by Romita Jr. (Diamond Code MAY160643), and Cover C by Quitely (Diamond Code MAY160644) will hit stores on Wednesday, July 27th.

Select praise for JUPITER’S LEGACY, VOL. 2 #1:

“A simple, action-packed treat.” —Comic Book Resources

“Two talented creators weaving an exciting and visually stunning tale of villains taking the world back from the heroes that failed it.” —IGN

“Millar and Quitely are obviously an excellent team and the synergy between them shines through in this comic. Sometimes when a series starts a new arc there can be a worry that it might have lost some of the magic that kept you interested in the first place. Not so with Legacy 2. Its simply a great story, well told.” —Big Comic Page

"If I keep committing sodomy with Mark and keep giving his books good reviews, he'll pick me to write one of his comics. Casting couch, y'all!  —I Reads You

“Jupiter's Legacy 2 #1 is a sensational opening issue, reminding us why the first volume was such a hit. Quickly getting us up to speed, the creative team gave us a narrative that was both thrilling and exciting, leaving us with a cliffhanger that is bound to leave readers wanting more.” —SnapPow.com


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VIZ Media Hits the Court with New Sports Manga, "Kuroko's Basketball"

VIZ MEDIA LAUNCHES THE ACCLAIMED SPORTS MANGA SERIES KUROKO’S BASKETBALL

A High School Basketball Player’s Quest For Redemption And Hoop Glory Debuts In Print And Digital This Summer

San Francisco, CA – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the field of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, delivers the smash hit manga series KUROKO’S BASKETBALL with the launch of Volume 1 on August 2nd, 2016.

The series was created by Tadatoshi Fujimaki and has become a global sensation. KUROKO’S BASKETBALL is rated ‘T’ for Teens and will debut in 2-in-1 omnibus editions under the Shonen Jump imprint with a print MSRP of $16.99 U.S. / $19.99 CAN. KUROKO’S BASKETBALL also launches digitally on August 2nd on VIZManga.com and will be available via the VIZ Manga App, as well as the Nook, Kobo, Kindle, iBooks, comiXology, and Google Play stores. Future omnibus editions of the ongoing series will be published in English on a bi-monthly basis.

In KUROKO’S BASKETBALL, when incoming first-year student Taiga Kagami joins the Seirin High basketball team, he meets Tetsuya Kuroko, a mysterious boy who's plain beyond words. But Kagami's in for the shock of his life when he learns that the practically invisible Kuroko was once a member of “The Miracle Generation” – the undefeated, legendary team – and he wants Kagami's help taking down each of his old teammates!

“KUROKO’S BASKETBALL has been really popular in Japan, having sold more than 30 million copies, and overseas fans have been clamoring for it for quite some time now,” says John Bae, Editor. “There will be no time-outs taken while working on this series with 2-in-1 omnibus volumes released every two months. Look out for the excitement hitting streets this summer!”

Manga creator Tadatoshi Fujimaki made his debut in 2007 in Akamaru Jump with KUROKO’S BASKETBALL, which was later serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. It quickly gained popularity and was also adapted into an anime series in 2012.

For additional information on KUROKO’S BASKETBALL and other manga titles published in-print and digitally by VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.


About VIZ Media, LLC
Established in 1986, VIZ Media is the premier company in the field of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing. Along with its popular digital magazine WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP and blockbuster properties like NARUTO, DRAGON BALL, SAILOR MOON, and POKÉMON, VIZ Media offers an extensive library of titles and original content in a wide variety of book and video formats, as well as through official licensed merchandise. Owned by three of Japan's largest publishing and entertainment companies, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is dedicated to bringing the best titles for English-speaking audiences worldwide.

Learn more about VIZ Media and its properties at www.VIZ.com.

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