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LADY DEATH'S EXTREME MAKEOVER!
Amazing art isn't the only new surprise awaiting readers in LADY DEATH: THE WILD HUNT #1.Pulido & Cheung Welcome New Readers With New Look, Story, And Shocks!
Celebrating the arrival of the astounding art team of penciler Jim Cheung, inker Mark Pennington, and colorist Wil Quintana, writer Brian Pulido has turned the life of his chaotic creation upside down. Jumping ahead one full year from the events of LADY DEATH: A MEDIEVAL TALE #12, the debut issue reveals that the supernatural race known as the Eldritch have declared war on humanity and conquered Europe. In a desperate effort to protect the innocent, Lady Death - born of the two races now at war - leads an underground resistance force comprised of allies who were once enemies. But how can one woman, even one possessing amazing abilities, stop two worlds from obliterating the other?
Reaching out to new readers while also delivering shocks to veteran fans, LADY DEATH: THE WILD HUNT #1 is - hot on the heels of the praise for NEGATION WAR Part One - now generating its own avalanche of applause.
"The perfect jumping-on point... the stage is set for some great action and character development... whether you were a seasoned Lady Death reader or have never read her in your life, pick this up, you'll have some great fun and won't be able to put it down." -Robert Taylor, HeroRealm.com
"(LADY DEATH: THE WILD HUNT #1 includes) fun characters, strong artwork and an interesting analogy about war based on religion... I was a big fan of Jim Cheung's work on SCION, and the nature of the story and characters here play to his strengths." -Don MacPherson, TheFourthRail.com
"Powerful... Pulido has given us a real character we can care about... (and) the art by Jim Cheung is impressive." -Ryan Scott Ottney, MediaSharx.com
"An absolute must-have... Pulido has evolved Lady Death once again... all the hype doesn't do this issue justice. Cheung's work here is absolutely beautiful!" -Heath Shelby, TheComicFanatic.com
Join the hunt on March 31st, when LADY DEATH: THE WILD HUNT #1 roars into a comics specialty store near you!
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NEGATION WAR WOWS!
First it was EL CAZADOR #1...then KISS KISS BANG BANG #1...then ABADAZAD #1...now another new CrossGen debut is blowing away reviewers!Debut Issue Of The Big Battle Stuns Reviewers!
Designed to be completely accessible to readers new to CrossGen, NEGATION WAR Part One finally delivers the long-building war between the endless forces of a dark invading empire and the outnumbered heroes of our own universe. Best of all, it's being told by writer Tony Bedard, penciler Paul Pelletier, inker Dave Meikis and colorist Laura Martin, the titanic team that's generated glowing praise month after month for their cult hit NEGATION.
"An extremely strong read... it's friendly to those who have never picked up a sigil book (i.e. me) and I'm sure it'll be rewarding for those who have been reading CG comics from day one... this is how superhero stories should be told; with vivid camera angles, sharp lines, attention to detail, and boundless imagination." -AintItCoolNews.com "War... what is it good for? Lots of excitement and reader interest, that's what!" -Comic Shop News "I didn't expect to enjoy this comic book... to my surprise, though, Bedard offers up not only an accessible crossover book, but an exciting story... what really grabs the reader, though, is the intensity and ambition of Pelletier's artwork." -Don MacPherson, TheFourthRail.com
"The creative team delivers high action, a little intrigue, and some solutions to longstanding mysteries for CrossGen fans, all in a package that still easily invites the strangers to CrossGen to sit down and stay a while." -Derek McCaw, Fanboyplanet.com
"Amazing, world-shattering action; intense, mind-boggling revelations; everything any fan of the CrossGen 'big picture' could possibly hope for from this issue and more is waiting for you right here." -Mike Bullock, BrokenFrontier.com
"Bedard delivers a comic book that reads like an end-of-the-world Hollywood blockbuster...Pelletier once again delivers beautifully in translating Bedard's action-packed, over-the-top story...this has everything that you would expect from a truly exceptional company-wide crossover: big action, lots of character appearances, surprises, destruction and death!" -Heath Shelby, TheComicFanatic.com
"A sweeping sci-fi/superhero style epic... as expected, Pelletier, Meikis and Martin turn in an impressive art performance... Recommended." -Randy Lander, TheFourthRail.com
"Stunning... The only parallel I could make to its scope and entertainment value per page would be Crisis on Infinite Earths. It's that big, and if this issue is any indication, that good." -Robert Taylor, HeroRealm.com
Join the fight on March 31st, when NEGATION WAR Part One thunders into a comics specialty store near you!
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SNEAK PEEK: NEGATION WAR PART ONE!
After four years of build-up, it all comes down to this!The Negation Empire's Invasion Is Here!
The twisted Negation Empire is launching it's all-out invasion of our universe...and the only thing that stands between us and utter defeat is a horribly outnumbered group of heroes! And while that scenario sounds horrific, know that the battle will be delivered in style, courtesy of the acclaimed NEGATION creative team of writer Tony Bedard, penciler Paul Pelletier, inker Dave Meikis and colorist Laura Martin!
"We've spent the past two and a half years building NEGATION's reputation for consistently delivering an action-packed story, shocking surprises, twisted humor and memorable characters. NEGATION WAR is more of the same," Bedard explained. "It doesn't matter if you don't know any of these characters -- the War opens with a scene any comics fan can understand, and everything you need to know is conveyed in an exciting, fast-paced manner. Most of all, NEGATION WAR features the awesome art of Paul Pelletier. One look, and you're hooked!"
Early issues of new CrossGen titles such as EL CAZADOR, KISS KISS BANG BANG and ABADAZAD have been flying off shelves. Don't miss out on your chance to see why everyone has been praising the NEGATION creative team...the first issue hits on March 31st, but make sure you reserve your copy of NEGATION WAR Part One today!
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ABADAZAD #2 HITS WITH ABADAZAD #1 SECOND PRINTING!
DeMatteis & Ploog's Acclaimed Fantasy Debut Generates Rapid Reprint!
Powered by building buzz, ABADAZAD #1, the debut issue of the new fantasy series by writer J.M. DeMatteis, artist Mike Ploog and colorist Nick Bell, quickly vanished from many comic shops. This week, to welcome those who may have missed out, CrossGen has conjured ABADAZAD #1 Second Printing. Featuring a new cover by Ploog and Bell, the 32-page reprint hits on the same day as ABADAZAD #2.
Chapter two opens as Kate, a troubled teen haunted by the disappearance of her younger brother, finds herself transported into Abadazad, the magical world she had known only in a series of fantasy novels. Will she now find that reality is often stranger -- and more dangerous -- than fiction? And how can the surreal wonders that Kate encounters lead her to her missing brother? Readers will discover the answers in the story that Comic Shop News calls "a true visual tour de force... the product of a creative gestalt rarely seen in comics."
"ABADAZAD is a project I've nurtured for years. To see it finally appear in the world, and be so warmly welcomed, is quite literally a dream-come-true," DeMatteis said. "I look forward to a long and joyful collaboration with the amazing Mike Ploog and the whole team at CrossGen."
"Thanks to stellar reviews and strong word of mouth, ABADAZAD #1 blew off the shelves. Once it was clear the way things were heading, we didn't wait to get started on a second printing," CrossGen V.P. of Sales Chris Oarr stated. "We know that's what retailers need to grow a title: readily available stock of the early issues."
ABADAZAD #1 Second Printing and ABADAZAD #2 both zoom into stores on March 17th.
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SNEAK PEEK: KISS KISS BANG BANG #3!
Sir Charles Basildon is the world's most feared spy... especially if you're his partner! MI6 agent Stephanie Shelley knows that Basildon has the nasty habit of losing his partners while on missions, and she has no intentions of becoming a statistic! But with the Young Dictators gunning for her, can Stephanie overcome this numbers game? Especially when her back-up is more interested in saving his own life? Find out on March 17th when writer Tony Bedard, penciler Mike Perkins, inker Andrew Hennessy and colorist Laura Villari present the latest chapter in what TheFourthRail.com's Randy Lander calls "CrossGen's edgiest book, and another example of them verging into rich genres that are left mostly untapped in the comic book market," KISS KISS BANG BANG #3!Stephanie Shelley Strikes Back!
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SNEAK PEEK: ROUTE 666 #21!
Do ghosts and nukes mix? That's what Cassie Starkweather is about to find out!More Spooky Secrets Await Inside!
Last issue we all got an insight into Cassie's powers...this time we'll find out how the entire supernatural invasion began...and soon the Cold War will get very, very hot! Yep, this is one road trip that refuses to take it's foot off the gas pedal, and writer Tony Bedard (Exiles), penciler Karl Moline (Fray), inker Rick Magyar and colorist Sumi Pak wouldn't have it any other way! On sale March 17th, ROUTE 666 #21 continues the quirky creeps as Cassie takes one step closer to her dark destiny...and also features an eight-page sneak peek of LADY DEATH: THE WILD HUNT #1!
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SNEAK PEEK OF EL CAZADOR: THE BLOODY BALLAD OF BLACKJACK TOM!
What leads a man to curse the heavens? To cast aside the laws of civilization? To sail under the skull and crossbones as a pirate? On March 10th, writer Chuck Dixon, artist Sergio Cariello and colorist Jason Keith reveal how a God-fearing man was transformed into a scarred scourge of the seven seas in the wicked one-shot EL CAZADOR: THE BLOODY BALLAD OF BLACKJACK TOM! Featuring a foreboding cover by KISS KISS BANG BANG's Mike Perkins, this tragic tale of cruel fate uncovers the origin of Captain Sin's fiendish foe...and also features an eight-page preview of LADY DEATH: THE WILD HUNT #1!Wicked One-Shot Reveals The Origin Of Captain Sin's Arch-Nemesis!
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MCNIVEN'S DEADLY DARE!
RUSE may have ended, but the allies and antagonists of detective Simon Archard continue to encounter action and mystery! This month, professional adventurer Theophilus Dare joins an underwater expedition hunting the fabled lost city of Myrmoria...but is the smirking scoundrel secretly searching for other treasures? And who wants to steal the experimental submarine that Dare and his companions are traveling in? Find out on March 10th as writer Chuck Dixon, penciler Steve McNiven, inker Tom Simmons and colorist Caesar Rodriguez present RUSE: ARCHARD'S AGENTS -- DEADLY DARE!Dive Deep With 4's Artist!
Not only does this thrill-filled one-shot showcase the wonderful work of Steve McNiven (penciler of Marvel's newly launched 4), but it also includes a look at Jim Cheung's amazing art in an eight-page preview of LADY DEATH: THE WILD HUNT #1!
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RAVEN HOUSE: IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK... THEY'D SCREAM!
March 8, 2004Building on the momentum of EL CAZADOR, KISS KISS BANG BANG and ABADAZAD, CrossGen will explore another popular genre in the upcoming gothic thriller RAVEN HOUSE. The creative team of writer Chuck Dixon and artist Leonardo Manco (Apache Skies, Hellblazer) will act as readers' tour guides through shadowed hallways, hidden passages, and shattered secrets.Chuck Dixon & Leonardo Manco Craft A Chilling New Gothic Thriller!
"Featuring a gutsy young heroine, a tragic romance, and dark deeds done at the crossroads, RAVEN HOUSE is a creepy gothic thriller in the grand tradition of the Brontés and Henry James," Dixon stated. "Summoned to England's wild Cornish coastline, beautiful Meredith Park arrives at the bleak and remote Raven House to serve as a governess for the son of the brooding and handsome Lord Dalamar. But the manor and all around it seem to lie under a curse... and Meredith is compelled to uncover the many long-buried secrets she finds there. Perfectly cast for this type of story, Leonardo Manco is eating the setting up. Every panel drips with uneasiness and dread."
"Chuck's exceptional vision for RAVEN HOUSE includes an atmosphere and storytelling comparable to the best of Edgar Allen Poe's tales, such as The Fall of the House of Usher," Manco said. "Because the fantastic story goes beyond conventional comic book limits, I'm striving to deliver a completely different and fascinating vision."
"Macabre mysteries, forbidden passion, spooky surprises...RAVEN HOUSE oozes with the haunting mood that runs through gothic stories from Wuthering Heights to Dark Shadows to the novels of Victoria Holt. Chuck and Leonardo are creating a delectably dark world that will wrap you in its chilling embrace." CrossGen's Sr. V.P. of Publishing Bill Rosemann added.
"We're doing what we do best: exploring genres not often seen in modern comic books," Dixon said. "There's a great big world of fiction out there and we want to reach audiences that crave these different types of stories."
RAVEN HOUSE #1 is scheduled to reach comic book stores in June. The 32-page, $2.95 debut issue will be available for order in the April issue of Diamond's Previews catalog.
[ ARCHIVE 2003 ]