THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2007
FIRST LOOKS
FIRST LOOK: THE NECROMANCER: PILOT SEASON #1
The Necromancer: Pilot Season #1 will arrive in stores on Oct. 31 from Top Cow Productions and Image Comics. The issue is written by Joshua Ortega, with art by Jonboy Meyers and a cover by Francis Manapul.
Here's how Top Cow describes the issue:
"fter the tragic and haunting events of The Necromancer Book I: Something In The Way, Abby van Alstine revisits her past, learns more about her strange connection to the Dark Age demon Mali, and encounters a monstrous creature that threatens to consumer her with its sickly evil."
The Necromancer: Pilot Season #1 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.
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FIRST LOOK: ANNIHILATION: CONQUEST -- QUASAR #4
Annihilation: Conquest -- Quasar #4 will arrive in stores on Oct. 31 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Christos Gage, with art by Mike Lilly and a cover by Matt Wilson.
Here's how Marvel describes the issue:
"The quest for the Kree savior ends in Annihilation: Conquest -- Quasar #4 as Pyhla-Vell, the daughter of Captain Marvel, and the former Avenger Moondragon take on the Phalanx and the Super Adaptoid! The odds have been stiacked against the heroes, leaving Phyla's quantum bands drained, and facing an ever-adaptable villain backed with a full Phalanx army and armed with all the powers of the mightiest Avengers! But who or what has sent Quasar and Moondragon on their quest? Who is the Kree savior? And what will become of the Kree if the Super Adaptoid beats them to their quarry?"
Annihilation: Conquest -- Quasar #4 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.
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FIRST LOOK: TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #24
Tales from Riverdale Digest #24 will arrive in stores on Oct. 10 from Archie Comics. The issue is by Fernando Ruiz and various.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Civil Chores, Part Three.' Originally conceived as a two-issue tale, the ramifications grew so epic that a third part was inevitable! The last two issues have turned Riverdale upside down, with half the town's kids on strike for a better allowance, and the other half opposing them! Of course, the 'nays' all have ulterior motives of their own. Now the mysterious figure who claimed they could stop the fighting will be revealed... but will Archie and Jughead's friendship be forever affected? It's another issue chock-full of guest-stars from Archie Comics' past and present, and you can't afford to miss it! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!"
Tales from Riverdale Digest #24 will cost $3.69.
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FIRST LOOK: HOLIDAY FUN DIGEST #12
Holiday Fun Digest #12 will arrive in stores on Oct. 10 from Archie Comics. The issue is by Dan Parent and various.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Tis the season to be jolly as Archie and his friends celebrate in true holiday style! Archie and crew have long displayed their holiday spirit, and now through the magic of this digest series, many of the Christmas classics of old are re-presented along with new yuletide tales. It's a stocking-full of good holiday cheer you won't want to miss!
"'Archie's Holiday Scrapbook': Relive the cherished holiday memories of Archie and his friends as you pour through their festive "scrapbook² filled with their first Christmas photos and other memorabilia they've collected through the years. Along the way, you'll witness many firsts: Archie's discovery of mistletoe, Betty & Veronica's first gift-shopping sprees, Jughead's first holiday buffet and Reggie's first mirror! It's an old-fashioned Christmas you'll be delighted to celebrate! Plus: Classic yuletide tales!"
Holiday Fun Digest will cost $2.49.
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FIRST LOOK: SONIC X #25
Sonic X #25 will arrive in stores on Oct. 10 from Archie Comics. The issue is written by Ian Flynn, with art by Tracy Yardley and Terry Austin and a cover by Spaz.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'The Color Sonic': It's time to fight fire with fire... or more precisely, fight hedgehogs with hedgehogs! And what could be worse than one evil double? How about five? It's hedgehogs galore in this milestone 25th issue of Sonic X! And just wait until you see what the bad guys have saved for last!"
Sonic X #25 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.25.
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FIRST LOOK: ARCHIE #579
Archie #579 will arrive in stores on Oct. 10 from Archie Comics. The issue is written by Angelo DeCesare, Kathleen Webb and Barbara Slate, with art by Stan Goldberg.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Phone-y Problem': With yet another of his speeches interrupted by ringing, Mr. Weatherbee declares a ban on students' cell phones! Is the ban a good 'call,' or is the Bee just dialing a 'wrong number?' 'Take Your Time': Archie struggles to figure out the difference between real time and 'Veronica time!' 'Double Trouble': A visit with a senior gives Archie a peek into his popular future -- Archie's retired friend has two girlfriends, too! Not only that, once again he's double-booked dates with the duo!"
Archie #579 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.25.
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