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Kenk: Portrait of a Bike Thief
Posted on September 5, 2010 | 1 CommentKenk: A Graphic Portrait Publisher:Pop Sandbox Writers/Artists: Jason Gilmore, Alex Jansen, Richard Poplak, Nick Marinkovich Price: $27.95 CAD Release Date: May 6, 2010 I’ve never been a big customer of indie comics; the stores I frequent usually have a sizable selection, but I’ve either been... -
Zero Killer: An Alternate History of Nuclear Ruin
Posted on August 26, 2010 | 4 CommentsDark Horse’s Zero Killer, written by Arvid Nelson with art from Matt Camp, is one of those books that has been around awhile (since 2007) but doesn’t get much attention. I’m not sure why this is- perhaps its bold honesty and striking imagery is not favorable... -
BOOM! Studios Reviews: Pale Horse #2
Posted on August 26, 2010 | 5 CommentsPublisher: BOOM! Studios Writer: Andrew Cosby & Michael Alan Nelson Artist: Christian Dibari Cover: Leonardo Manco & Matthew Wilson “Pale Horse pt 2″: There’s something about a failed mission that just pisses everyone off, and Thomas Shepard is in no mood for excuses. However, that’s all... -
Onrie Kompan Productions: Yi Soon Shin: Warrior and Defender #1
Posted on August 24, 2010 | 7 CommentsYi Soon Shin: Warrior and Defender #1 Publisher: Onrie Kompan Productions Writer: Onrie Kompan Artist: Giovanni Paolo Timpano Cover: Joel Saaverdra “Warrior and Defender pt 1″: This is not some fantastic, mystical tale about a warrior who rises above and triumphs over insurmountable odds. It is,... -
Arcana Comics Previews: Dionysus Wept
Posted on August 5, 2010 | 3 CommentsWriter Eric C. Hayes, a frequent ComicAttack.net visitor, has announced that Arcana Studios will be producing his next comic book venture! It’s called Dionysus Wept, and it will be released in two graphic novel volumes, the first of which will debut later this year. The... -
From Friendly Ghosts To Gamma Rays: Marvelman and Ninja Turtles!
Posted on July 30, 2010 | 5 CommentsWWWWWHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! And with that Jungle Girl-esque cry, we return to the column known to readers across the cyber planes as From Friendly Ghosts To Gamma Rays! Howdy ya’ll. This week, we have a duo of swankness with Marvel Comics finally releasing the awesome classic fun... -
This Comic Is History: Pride of Baghdad
Posted on June 27, 2010 | 6 CommentsWelcome to another installment of This Comic Is History. For this month’s feature, we have Pride of Baghdad, written by Brian K. Vaughan, and drawn by Niko Henrichon. Published in 2006 by DC’s Vertigo imprint, this graphic novel takes place in Baghdad, during the 2003... -
Those Who Came Before: Jim Starlin
Posted on June 22, 2010 | 6 CommentsOur featured creator in this month’s Those Who Came Before column is one of the greats in comics, Jim Starlin. His name is synonymous with the term space opera. It’s pretty cool that a guy named Starlin ends up making his mark writing stories that... -
Batman: Recapping the Last 100 issues pt 2: #651-699
Posted on June 6, 2010 | 3 CommentsOur celebration of Batman #700 continues as we recap and review the last 100 issues of Batman by breaking down each story arc, bringing you up to speed on one of comics’ longest running titles! Last week we looked at Batman classics like Hush, Broken... -
Bento Bako Weekly: Ōoku: The Inner Chambers 1-3
Posted on May 31, 2010 | 7 CommentsTitle: Ōoku: The Inner Chambers Author: Fumi Yoshinaga Publisher: Viz Media, on the Viz Signature imprint Volume: Volumes 1-3 (all currently available), $12.99 each Vintage: Began in 2005, from Hakusensha in Japan, 2009 from Viz, with volume 3 in April 2010. Volume 4 was in... -
Batman: Recapping the Last 100 Issues pt 1: #600-650
Posted on May 30, 2010 | 8 CommentsBatman is not just one of pop culture’s most popular characters, he’s the star of one of the longest running on-going titles in the history of comics. We’re celebrating Batman’s upcoming landmark 700th issue by bringing everyone up to speed on the Dark Knight’s adventures... -
Sequential History: The Golden Age
Posted on May 27, 2010 | 8 CommentsThe Golden Age of comics, roughly from 1938 to the late forties, was an amazing time to be involved in this unique art form. The modern comic book was born, and with it came the boom in sales that spurred the creation of many of... -
DC Reviews: DC Universe Legacies #1
Posted on May 20, 2010 | 4 CommentsDC Universe Legacies #1 Publisher: DC Comics Writer: Len Wein Art: Andy Kubert, Joe Kubert, J.G. Jones, Scott Kolins Colors: Mike Atiyeh, Brad Anderson Cover: Andy Kubert and Joe Kubert Warning: Minor Spoilers! What happens when you assemble a legendary team of super star creators... -
Cla$$war Kicks A$$!
Posted on May 17, 2010 | 5 Comments“This is a sign, man. You see the letters in widescreen? Large and proud, saying…Don’t fuck with Uncle Sam.” -Isaac, Cla$$war Com.X’s Cla$$war. Man, it’s awesome stuff. For me, the excitement began with the introduction pieces in the hardcover collection which was printed last year... -
Those Who Came Before: Neal Adams
Posted on May 17, 2010 | 7 CommentsThis time around we’re featuring Neal Adams, one of the great illustrators of our time. Adams has many impressive accomplishments on his resumé. From fantastic runs on Green Lantern/Green Arrow, Batman, X-Men, and Deadman, to crusading for creator’s rights, to exploring the mysteries of our... -
This Comic Is History: The Kents
Posted on April 26, 2010 | 5 CommentsFor this installment of This Comic Is History, we’re traveling back in time to 19th century Kansas. The Kents, written by John Ostrander, is a twelve issue mini-series published in 1997, focusing on, as you might have guessed, the ancestors of Superman’s adoptive father, Jonathan... -
Bento Bako Weekly: Le Chevalier D’Eon
Posted on April 26, 2010 | 2 CommentsTitle: Le Chevalier D’Eon Author/Director: Le Chevalier D’Eon is based on a story written by Tow Ubukata, who also worked on the script for the anime, and wrote the script for the manga (illustrated by Kiriko Yumeji). The anime was directed by Kazuhiro Furuhashi (Ranma... -
Ink Stains 17: Graphic Illusions
Posted on April 26, 2010 | 14 CommentsSometimes the best art comes in small – or in this case, thin – publications. Graphic Illusions boasted some pretty big name artists in its only issue. Graphic Illusions, Summer 1971 Editor and Publisher: Rob Gustaveson, Jeffrey and Robert Gluckson Graphic Illusions was a one-shot,... -
Those Who Came Before: Mort Weisinger
Posted on April 17, 2010 | 3 CommentsWelcome to another edition of Those Who Came Before, where we look back at the creative people that helped forge this medium which we love. This time we’re looking at Mort Weisinger, an artist from the Golden Age who had his hand in the creation... -
Marvel Reviews: Captain America/Black Panther: Flags of our Fathers #1
Posted on April 11, 2010 | 8 CommentsPublisher: Marvel Writer: Reginald Hudlin Artist: Denys Cowan Cover: Denys Cowan “Flags of our Fathers pt 1″: First off, to settle any confusion about which Black Panther this is I’ll go ahead and assume that this would be T’Challa’s grandfather. I’m pretty much basing my assumption on... -
Sequential History: The Platinum Age (1897 – 1938)
Posted on March 27, 2010 | 4 CommentsWelcome to another edition of Sequential History, where we’ll be taking a look at some of the events and people that helped shape the comic book as we know it. Last time around we talked about the very beginnings of the medium in Sequential History:... -
Vertigo Reviews: American Vampire #1
Posted on March 21, 2010 | 7 CommentsAmerican Vampire #1 Publisher: Vertigo Writers: Scott Snyder & Stephen King Art/Cover: Rafel Albuquerque Variant Cover: Jim Lee Pages: 40 Price: US $3.99 1925. Pearl Jones and her friend are cast as extras on a silent film. Pearl gets to meet the star of the... -
Those Who Came Before: Martin Nodell
Posted on March 16, 2010 | 5 CommentsThe focus of this month’s Those Who Came Before is a man whose career reached beyond comics. His work has been seen by many people, whether they read comics or not. Martin Nodell is the man to thank for many creations, including one of our... -
Ink Stains 13: Seraphim 5
Posted on March 1, 2010 | 12 CommentsSeraphim was one of the select group of fanzines that catered to those that appreciated the best artists in the business. The final issue delivered in spades, with stalwarts such as Al Williamson, Berni Wrightson, and Kenneth Smith. Get ready for a feast for the... -
Detective Comics #27 sells for $1,075,000!
Posted on February 27, 2010 | 6 CommentsNo folks, this isn’t a joke, it’s happened again. We now have a second comic book that has sold for over a million dollars. A copy of Detective Comics #27 with a CGC grade of 8.0 has just sold for $1,075,000! That’s $75,000 more than... -
This Comic Is History: The Muramasa Blade
Posted on February 26, 2010 | 12 CommentsFor this edition of This Comic Is History, we’re going to be looking at an object, the Muramasa Blade. This is a sword with special properties that is said to be able to slice through just about anything in the Marvel Universe. However, this weapon... -
R.Crumb’s Heroes of Blues, Jazz & Country
Posted on February 26, 2010 | 6 CommentsR. Crumb’s Heroes of Blues, Jazz & Country Publisher: Abrams Art: R. Crumb Writing: R.Crumb, Stephen Calt, David Jasen and Terry Zwigoff This collection has been out for a little bit but I just dig it. Around 1980, underground cartoonist R. Crumb had the idea... -
Action Comics #1 sells for $1,000,000
Posted on February 24, 2010 | 9 CommentsThis past Monday a copy of Action Comics #1 sold at auction for $1,000,000. That’s ONE MILLION DOLLARS!. ComicConnect.com auctioned this rare book, which will be on display at its New York City location for the media to view until its new owner claims it.... -
Those Who Came Before: Dave Sim
Posted on February 16, 2010 | 6 CommentsThis month we’re going to look at a creator who has been a big influence on many in the comic field, Dave Sim. Sim is best known for his popular creation, Cerebus the Aardvark. It is this aardvark’s book, and Sim’s handling of it, that... -
Sequential History: The Birth of Sequential Art (Pre-History to the Platinum Age)
Posted on January 25, 2010 | 10 CommentsWhat is sequential art? Who were the first people to use this art form to tell stories? How did it evolve into what we can pick up today at our local comic shop? Over the course of the next few Sequential History columns, I’ll endeavor... -
Those Who Came Before: Walter Simonson
Posted on January 16, 2010 | 8 CommentsThis month we take a look at a man who has shaken things up in the world of comics a time or two. He has gotten away with giving Mjolnir to an alien warrior with a face that resembles that of a horse, and even... -
Unsung Characters of Comicdom: Lord C’Thulu
Posted on January 15, 2010 | 4 CommentsIn February of 1928, HP Lovecraft penned a tale that was published in a pulp magazine called Weird Tales. This short story was titled The Call of Cthulhu, and it dropped into the well spring of literary consciousness, creating seemingly infinite ripples that continue to...
