SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 2006
FIRST LOOKS
FIRST LOOK: ARCHENEMIES #1
ArchEnemies #1 will arrive in stores on April 5 from Dark Horse Comics. The issue is written by Drew Melbourne, with art by Yvel Guichet.
Here's how Dark Horse describes the book:
"Ethan has no idea that Vincent, his roommate, is the villainous Underlord. Vincent has no clue that Ethan is the superhero called Star Fighter. In their costumed identities, they're mortal enemies, but as Ethan and Vincent they're the best of . . .wait, no, as Ethan and Vincent they still hate each other's guts. Can comics' ultimate, super-powered odd couple keep their secrets secret and learn to live together in peace? ArchEnemies is high-concept superhero action comedy drama times 11. In the debut issue, it's a battle of wills as Ethan and Vincent try to drive each other out of the apartment and off the lease. But, in a moment of weakness, will one roommate go too far?"
ArchEnemies #1 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.
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FIRST LOOK: ARCHIE #565
Archie #525 will arrive in stores on April 12 from Archie Comics. The issue is written by Angelo deCesare, with art by Stan Goldberg, Bob Smith and others.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Posing a Problem': When Archie poses for a public service ad, the prospect of becoming a girl-magnet model goes to his head... until Betty and Veronica make him strike a difference pose! 'The Manga Scene': When Ms. Grundy catches Archie reading a manga comic book, she assigns him a 500-word composition on the subject. Can America's foremost comic-book teen learn about his Eastern counterparts before the deadline? 'Note Well Taken': When Archie finds his father's old jazz trumpet in the attic, will it strike a joyful refrain or a sour note with dear old dad?"
Archie #565 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.25.
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FIRST LOOK: BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #141
Betty & Veronica Double Digest #141 will arrive in stores on April 12 from Archie Comics. The issue iswritten by Kathleen Webb, with art by Dan Parent, Jon d'Agostino and others.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Historical Perspective!': What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty & Veronica? A double digest full of them! Featuring new stories and classic tales. Bonus: Puzzles, games and your chance to 'Find Your Name in Print!'"
Betty & Veronica Double Digest #141 will be 192 pages and will cost $3.59.
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FIRST LOOK: REVERE #1
Revere #1 will arrive in stores in June from Alias Comics. The issue is written by Ed Lavallee, with art by Grant Bond.
Here's how Alias describes the issue:
"Through cannon fire, and musket smoke, America's war for independence was hard fought by The Sons of Liberty. But beneath it all, shrouded in secrecy, another battle was being fought, a battle against the creatures of the night. Two beacons blaze to life in the steeple of the Old North Church spurring silversmith and freedom fighter, Paul Revere, into action. History tells us the signal was to warn of British troops on the move, but in reality the warning had a more sinister message... werewolve! Revere tracks a werewolf to a secluded cabin, where he is sure he has cornered the beast, but all is not as it appears. Revere soon finds himself torn between upholding his oath to protect the colonies, and sparing a young boys life! Join us on the road to revolution in this first, all-action issue!"
Revere #1 will be 32 pages and will cost $3.50.
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