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Ahead of San Diego Comic-Con, A Lost HEAVY METAL Epic Finally Arrives

A science fiction return as Visitors Media announces Warrior on Kickstarter.

Originally conceived for the pages of Heavy Metal Magazine, WARRIOR is finally making its long-awaited debut through Visitors Media, bringing an 80-page sci-fi adventure packed with heart, humor, cinematic action, and just enough existential dread to keep readers guessing.

Written by Denver-based author and publisher Hal Jay Greene (Chronoventure) and illustrated by Joel Ojeda (Superman, Street Fighter), with a cover by Daxiong (Star Wars, The Joyners in 3D), the 80-page sci-fi comedy adventure also features an expanding lineup of exclusive guest artist variant covers from celebrated comic creators, with additional contributors to be revealed throughout the Kickstarter campaign.

When a space-hardened freighter pilot and her young droid companion take on an unlikely passenger--a tiny, battered robot with a penchant for tall tales--they dismiss its claim of being the commander of a race of “great warriors” as nothing more than delusions of grandeur.

But when a terrifying, bio-engineered horror starts hunting them, they begin to wonder if the bot’s outlandish claims might hold a germ of truth.

Could this tiny being really hold the key to unimaginable treasure? Or is it simply a relic of the Old Empire with a hyperactive imagination?

Warrior delivers a tale packed with heart, humor, and a healthy dose of existential dread.

Hal Jay Greene has spent more than a decade building original science fiction worlds through graphic novels, tabletop games, and multimedia storytelling. With Warrior, another piece of that universe finally comes to life.

“I have always been obsessed with the intersection of words and design, and my work in the graphic novel is an attempt to fuse the two into a coherent whole that is bigger than the sum of its parts," said Greene. "For me, the best thing is a story that can be read without words, and vice versa. If the two can somehow come together in a work of literature that is creative nirvana.”

Notably, one of the Kickstarter campaign's signature rewards will be an exclusive audio adaptation from the award-winning team at Soundbooth Theater, known for producing some of today’s most celebrated science fiction and fantasy audiobooks. Narrated by acclaimed voice actor Jeff Hays, whose performance of Matt Dinniman’s multimillion-selling Dungeon Crawler Carl series has earned a devoted following, the production showcases Hays' remarkable range as he brings dozens of distinct character voices to life. The exclusive audio edition offers fans a one-of-a-kind way to experience Warrior, making it a standout collectible for both comic readers and audiobook enthusiasts.

Inspired by Star Trek: Lower Decks and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Warrior blends sharp humor, cosmic action, and outrageous characters into a fast-paced, standalone graphic novel presented in an oversized premium format. The graphic novel marks the latest expansion of Greene's growing Across Space universe, a creator-owned science fiction saga spanning graphic novels, tabletop games, and multimedia storytelling. Through Visitors Media, he continues expanding the interconnected universe for longtime science fiction fans and newcomers alike.

The Kickstarter campaign for Warrior launches in Fall 2026. Stop by Visitors Media at Booth #1630 during San Diego Comic-Con 2026 (July 23-26) for a first look at the campaign, and sign up on the LaunchBoom pre-launch page to be notified when it goes live and be among the first to access exclusive rewards, collector editions, and campaign-only extras.

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The Dark Knight Returns On Zoop for it's 40th Anniversary

A special edition from Zoop with Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Commemorative 40th Anniversary Gallery Edition & Enhancement Packet.

Today begins the official 40th Anniversary Celebration of the release of the seminal Batman story, The Dark Knight Returns. In 2016, Graphitti Designs, under license from DC Comics, released the definitive presentation of Frank Miller and Klaus Janson’s original artwork in their BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS Gallery Edition. To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the release of the series, two additional never-before-reproduced-in-this-format pages are being offered in this special limited-edition package exclusively available on the Zoop crowdfunding platform.

The campaign is limited to only 500 sequentially numbered packets and packaged together with the previously-released Variant Edition book. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to receive full-size prints of these incredible newly-discovered masterpieces by Frank Miller Klaus Janson and Lynn Varley.

There is also an exclusive EARLY BIRD SPECIAL. The FIRST 50 supporters to get the DKR 40th Commemorative Book with Packet will each receive a raw uncut 16-page full color interior section that was printed back in 1986 for use in the Dark Knight books!

This new limited-edition release includes:

• Two stunning new prints, including the classic spread from Issue #1 page 26, and a replica of the landmark color cover art for DKR #2. Dimensions: 12.75” x 19.75”, printed on heavy 160 gsm acid-free paper stock that matches the paper used in the book.

• Sequentially numbered authentication certificate.

• All three elements are polybagged together.

Graphitti Designs Gallery Editions books are sourced from the original art and reproduced at actual size (13” x 20”) and in full-color, accurately replicating the look and feel of the original art. High-resolution scans are then printed on heavy paper stock so the details (including white out, pencil line…and coffee stains) are all memorialized to capture the look and feel of the coveted original art.

In addition to the book and enhancement sets, a wide array of exciting Frank Miller-related items are also available as part of this campaign. Aside for the Enhancement Packet, all of the items being offered are New Old Stock (NOS), published and produced by Graphitti Designs. This is fans chance to get their hands on these incredible books.

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Josephine and Edimmu must escape the Vatican’s soldiers before she gets an eye-opening history lesson on ‘the satan’ and Hell’s secret ‘arrangement’ with the Church. Father Santos reveals his true feelings…and true allegiance. But the massive demon Pazuzu now stands in the way!

Writer: Jeremy Robinson
Artist: Tiago Palma​
Colorist: Manuel J. Rodriguez​
Letterer: Jim Campbell with Andworld Design
Cover Art: Flaviano Armentaro

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This continues to be an excellent series, and this issue combines some history with the action and demonic aspects we have come to expect.

There is still the mystery as to why this is all happening, but the secret world and arrangements made by those above and below are interesting and make a gripping story.

I love the art, and the combination of the more human elements along with the demonic and supernatural aspects is excellent and has some brilliant colouring.

This will be a series that I think I will pick up as a trade so I can re-read it in one hit!

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It Comes in Waves is here! Plus BOXES Vol. 5 news

It comes in Waves is now available to buy, and Boxes Vol. 5 is coming soon!

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It Comes in Waves is here! Plus BOXES Vol. 5 news

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Weird Brain Entertainment - Weird Gon’ Give It To Ya

Frosted Up #2 is live now on Kickstarter and here are some preview pages and covers.

Weird Brain Entertainment

Weird Brain Entertainment - Weird Gon' Give It To Ya

Weird tidings to you all…

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#41 Some SKRAWLing!

News on the latest Skrawl Kickstarter and some comic pages.

Gustaffo Vargas - The Spicy Peruvian

#41 Some SKRAWLing!

This is The Spicy Peruvian, a monthly-ish newsletter by Peruvian comic artist & writer Gustaffo Vargas. It will have updates, behind the scenes and comic projects I’m working on…

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OUR GUARANTEE TO YOU: ABSOLUTELY THE MOST UNEXPECTED STORY YOU’LL READ ALL YEAR!

Something has gone terribly wrong on Earth, and it’s spreading from human to human - quickly, unstoppably. The Baxter Building is not immune - and before they can even realise there is a problem, everyone on the Fantastic Four is compromised! …Everyone, that is, save for Jo and Nicki - the young adopted children of Ben and Alicia, whose alien Kree and Skrull physiology leaves them immune.

But what can two children do to save an entire world all by themselves? And what if what’s needed for a cure is physically impossible? Jo and Nicki take center stage in this mind-bending single-issue epic!

PLUS: A SPECIAL BACKUP STORY CELEBRATING DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH!

Author: Ryan North
Artists: Humberto Ramos, and Ramon Rosanas

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I am really enjoying this run of Fantastic Four so far. I’d say this is the longest I’ve read in this series. I love the feeling of family working on the stories, and the team really captured the relationships in the Baxter Building.

The kids are the powerful ones here. There is a clever twist to the story which made me go back to fully appreciate the story and the twist in the tale.

This goes well with the art and the style of the story. Some sublime storytelling!

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Honourable Mentions:

• Sleepy Hollow: The Witches Of The Western Wood #3 from IDW Dark

• TMNT: The Last Ronin: Training Day from IDW Publishing

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Ahead of San Diego Comic-Con International, Illuminous is proud to announce its first client acquisition, marking the beginning of a new collaboration with entrepreneur Danny Potter and acclaimed artist Marco Turini, as Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy moves toward its inaugural Kickstarter campaign with a 64-page debut comic.

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Drawing on decades of experience developing stories and shaping iconic properties—including editorial leadership on DC Comics' Batman line and creative work with Heavy Metal’s legendary Taarna franchise—Joseph P. Illidge, founder of Illuminous, works closely with creators to refine narrative foundations, strengthen worldbuilding, and position projects for long-term growth across publishing and entertainment. The company's approach is rooted in helping creators identify what makes their ideas unique and developing intellectual property with lasting cultural and commercial value.

The project immediately stood out for its creative ambition and long-term potential, as Illidge stated:

“Bringing on Centaur Riders as the first project acquisition for Illuminous was perfect because of the intricate worldbuilding and character-building possibilities within the IP. The opportunity to acquire a project with artist Marco Turini was the final piece of the puzzle, since we worked together in launching a superhero universe for Lion Forge some years back! Ultimately, the best intellectual properties are founded in compelling stories with long narrative legs, and Centaur Riders is definitely a fantasy saga for fans of large-scale epics.”

Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy is a dark fantasy epic created by Danny Potter, written by award-winning filmmaker and storyteller Charlie Brafman, and illustrated by artist and concept designer Marco Turini. Set in Ashvaren, a richly imagined world of centaurs, minotaurs, druids, prophecy, and ancient empires, the story follows Artemis—the last centaur—as he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth about his origins and the fate of a people believed lost to history.

For Potter, bringing Centaur Riders to life was as much about the people behind the project as it was the world itself.

“Centaur Riders has been my passion project from the very beginning. I set out to create an epic fantasy world inspired by classical mythology and the stories that shaped my childhood. What started as an idea quickly became an obsession, and over the years it grew into something far bigger than I ever imagined. Bringing Ashvaren to life has been an incredible journey, and I'm thrilled to finally share it with readers. Every script from Charlie, every page from Marco, and every conversation with Joe has helped elevate the project beyond what I thought possible. Seeing all of those pieces come together into the finished book has been a genuinely rewarding experience, and I couldn't be more excited for people to discover this world alongside us.”

Brafman, whose work spans film, television, stage, and comics, brings a sense of wonder, adventure, and mythic scale to the story, while Turini, known for his richly detailed hand-painted artwork and contributions to globally recognized properties including Star Wars, X-Men, Assassin's Creed, Dark Souls, Aliens, and Gears of War, brings the vivid world of Ashvaren to life.

Illuminous, launched in July 2025 by Joseph P. Illidge, was founded to help visionary creators transform original ideas into enduring intellectual property through strategic development, editorial guidance, and long-term creative planning. For Illuminous, Centaur Riders represents the type of creator-driven property the company was built to champion: an original fantasy world with a distinct identity, ambitious scope, and long-term potential.

The upcoming Kickstarter campaign for Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy Volume 1 marks the next major milestone for the project, inviting readers into the world of Ashvaren for the very first time. The upcoming Kickstarter campaign for Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy marks the next major milestone for the project, inviting readers into the world of Ashvaren for the very first time. As Illuminous' first client acquisition, the campaign represents a significant step forward for both the project and the company's creator-focused approach to developing original intellectual property.

To learn more about Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy, receive campaign updates, and be among the first to join the upcoming Kickstarter launch, visit https://centaurriders.com/newsletter.

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The murder of Matthew Dunn — husband, father, and leader — has devastated the Dunn family. Or so they’d like outsiders to believe. As the detectives unravel the case before them by interrogating Matthew’s seven wives, they discover he was not the saint he painted himself to be. Although some of the widows mourn the loss, the Dunns may be safer free from the heavy hand with which Matthew ruled.

But his presence lingers, and the detectives sense the FLDS leader has more secrets hiding behind every door.

Author: Zoe Tunnell

Artist: Keyla Valerio

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I’ve been on a detective story kick at the moment; it probably comes from when I recently binge-watched the Glass Onion films and the Thursday Murder Club. Even so, this series has really stuck with me, having a nice hook into who done it!

I like the cast of characters, and the two detectives seem to be good at their jobs and asking all the right questions. As we dive deeper into the mystery, we discover more about the church and the victim – there is more sympathy for the wives than the dead husband.

This issue adds a lot, especially with that final page reveal that throws a whole new aspect to the story, the murder and the title of the comic.

I’m looking forward to seeing what comes out next!

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Honourable Mentions:

• Speed Racer #10 from Mad Cave Studios – An excellent conclusion to the arc, with some hot action.

• Barbara Gordon: Breakout #2 from DC Comics – More mystery and an issue that I really enjoyed.

• Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #1 from DC Comics – Noir mystery in Hollywood, with shapeshifters in the mix!

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A locked-room murder mystery aboard the last ship in the universe ignites an epic science fiction saga of political intrigue, entrenched rivalries, and cosmic horror. Knives Out Meets Star Trek!

Death has come aboard the Terminus and everyone has a motive. When Alpha, the leader of the mysterious Xerockians, is found murdered aboard the Terminus, suspicion spreads across the final seven surviving civilizations. As tensions rise, the investigation threatens to ignite long-buried conflicts and unravel the fragile order keeping the ship from succumbing to oblivion. THE END OF ALL: Terminus #3 is written by Jeff Haas (The Nightmare Patrol, Malek: Reigning Devil, and the host of The Traversing the Stars Podcast) and drawn by the inestimable Brad Shipp! THE END OF ALL: TERMINUS crashes into Kickstarter this July!

THE END OF ALL: TERMINUS #3 launches an all-new mystery that reshapes the future of the series. With Alpha dead and no clear suspect, alliances between the remaining civilizations begin to fracture. Detective Marlowe, a hard-boiled investigator in the classic noir tradition, arrives to interrogate the passengers and uncover the truth before the fragile peace aboard the Terminus collapses. His first encounter with the brutal Thracsist reveals not only conflicting accounts of the murder, but also buried history from the earliest days aboard the Getadacian vessel. Meanwhile, something far more ancient stirs within the ship itself. An unseen presence begins to take hold of the crew, and one member has already succumbed to its influence. Yet as Marlowe digs deeper, it becomes clear the murder is only the first symptom of something far older, and far more terrifying, awakening within the ship itself. Everyone is a suspect. No one is safe aboard the Terminus.

THE END OF ALL: TERMINUS #3 marks a bold new chapter in the series while serving as the perfect jump-on point for new readers. Blending science fiction, noir mystery, and cosmic horror, this issue expands the scope of the series while tightening its focus on betrayal, survival, and the question of whether disparate cultures can ever coexist peacefully. For the first time, The End of All: Terminus will also be available in vibrant color, expanding the visual experience of its sprawling alien universe. Fans of murder mysteries, space opera, and cosmic horror will find a fresh blend of genres that rewards both longtime readers and newcomers alike.

“THE END OF ALL: TERMINUS allows me to structure big ideas in an entertaining fashion in a way that only science fiction allows,” states series creator, Jeff Haas, “These characters have lived with me for a long time and I am excited for the opportunity to share them with all of my readers. I think every reader will find a character in this book in which to relate. I truly feel that each issue has become stronger narratively and artistically. I hope readers give this book the chance that it deserves.”

“I love this series,” exclaims series artist, Brad Shipp, “I love science fiction stories, especially the big disaster type. The characters are fun and challenging to draw. A ship that is on an impossible mission to the end. I want to see where it goes!”

Follow the campaign for The End of All: Terminus 1-3 here:

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The crimson-maned warrior of song and legend muscles her way into trouble once more in this all-new tale of hard-boiled Hyboria!

Red Sonja sells her services and attends a wedding on the island of Zaralina an enclave for the rich and wealthy merchant class! Events soon take a turn for the dark and nefarious as she finds herself in the middle of wedding guests, thieves, wizards and…a dragon?!

Gimlet-eyed wordsmith DAVID AVALLONE joins artist Edson Novaes for this special 40-page one-shot packed with two-fisted betrayals and bloody retribution – all wrapped in treacherously alluring covers from LESLEY “LEIRIX” LI, ROBERT HACK, and cosplay by MOLLY STEWART!

Author: David Avallone
Artist: Edson Novais

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In addition to the excellent ongoing Red Sonja series, this week we get an excellent one-shot adventure.

Filled with action, mystery and magic, this fits well with Sonja, even when she is in disguise. Tasked with guarding a wedding party, things rapidly go downhill for the celebrations as there are attacks and robberies. The magic aspect was well played, as was the twist in the reveal in the story – suspect everyone.

With swords, arrows, betrayal and dragons to go along with everything else, there is some excellent artwork here, with some big scenes to make this feel like a blockbuster!

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Honourable Mentions:

• The Beast Of Boriken from Dark Horse Comics – an excellent introduction with some modern mythology!

• Fantastic Four #13 from Marvel Comics – a fun read, showcasing the powers and the relationships of the team.

• Rogue One: Saw Gerrera from Marvel Comics – a deeper look into a complex character and adds to the dimensions and relationships in Rogue One.

• Zorro #2 from Alien Books - The swashbuckling continues, with some more mystery and plenty of action at sea, on the ground and in the air!

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The Gods and Monsters Of Hedgrave

Subtle Sledgehammer

The time to choose has arrived

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Killtopia: Phantoms #2

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Killtopia: Phantoms #2 Kickstarter sign ups are live!

Hey folks, Dave here with a quick update to say that the sign up page for our Killtopia: Phantoms #2 Kickstarter is now live…

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Ace and Zora were built for men’s pleasure. Now they’re building a life of their own, one bullet at a time. When sex bot Ace mounts a dangerous rescue mission, she isn’t starting a revolution. She’s trying to save the woman she loves.

But Ace and Zora are valuable property and a corporate kill squad is hot on their trail.

Bullets fly. Metal screams. Rivers run red with blood and coolant.

From critically-acclaimed writer Paul Allor and artist Ermitis Blanco, Blüdwire is a tender love story surrounded by a hail of bullets. Love is love, but liberation is violent.

Author: Paul Allor
Artists: Victor Ibanez, and Ermitis Blanco

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As I said above, a tough week, but then when this happens, I go back to what comic stuck with me the most after reading it.

In this case, it was Bludwire #1, which had an excellent introduction to the world and the type of action we can expect to read in the rest of the story.

With some compelling characters, the duo seem an interesting match. I like their differences and the real love between them. Combined with the violent rescue attempt, and you get something for everyone.

There is still a lot to take in for this story, but this initial issue gives you enough to start you off and wonder what happens next.

There is some excellent art, and the location, along with the characters and tech involved, makes this an excellent read.

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Time Bomb Comics is delighted to announce that anthology main stay, Space Banshee Exorcist, will be collected and published as a graphic novel this year. The new book will bring together the full-length story which previously ran in Quantum, along with a rework of the first Space Banshee Exorcist story that originally appeared in Brawler. The latter was originally drawn by Grace Toscano, but has been redrawn by series artist Danielle Wiebe specially for this collection.

Space Banshee Exorcist follows the titular Space Banshee, Fenshaw, as she works as an exorcist, travelling across a far future, ultra-capitalistic galaxy, fighting monsters and saving humans. Previous stories have seen her battling kelpies and krakens. In her first full-length graphic novel, she is sent to the mysterious medical testing moon, Morrigan, by a pharmaceutical inventor to find out why his clones are disappearing and to kill whatever creature is responsible. Fenshaw quickly realises that things are darker than she anticipated and must navigate her own place in the universe at the same time as doing her job.

Created by writer Katie Cunningham as her second project at Time Bomb Comics after the original graphic novel Rotten Under the Snow, Space Banshee Exorcist first appeared in Brawler #1 in 2020. With artist Danielle Wiebe joining from the second story in Brawler #2, the comic quickly found a fanbase. This includes Time Bomb’s publisher, Steve Tanner:

“Space Banshee Exorcist is one of those concepts that’s best described as ‘completely bonkers, but it works!’ At its heart it’s a great science fiction adventure story with a truly unusual lead. Artist Danielle Wiebe’s pages are just wonderful, and writer Katie Cunningham continues to convince me that she’s the Gail Simone of UK indie comics.”

Writer Katie Cunningham spoke about her feelings on the book:

“Space Banshee Exorcist is so much fun to work on, every time I come up with something crazy Danielle sends back something ten times crazier! I’m so excited to bring Fenshaw to new audiences and for her existing fans to get their hands on this collection. It’s the kind of folk-horror-noir-scifi-adventure the world needs more of.”

The Kickstarter pre-order campaign will be running from July 7^th to August 1^st, and can be found at:

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A ThunderCats X SilverHawks tie-in! Mumm-Ra arrives on a new, vibrant planet. He makes allies. Grows in stature. Feels welcome. But the hunger…the hunger for power cannot be sated, and Mumm-Ra always wants more…

Author: Declan Shalvey
Artists: Rapha Lobosco, and Danny Earls

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This has been a hell of a ride as we have followed the monster known as Mumm Ra through time and space.

Here we pick up with his first meeting with the Thundercats and his involvement with their leaving the planet now known as Third Earth.

As the reader, we know Mumm Ra’s nature, but at this point the Thundercats do not. What follows is Mumm Ra’s lust for more power and his reaction to being denied it by the leaders of the Thundercats. His dripping of poison into the ears of those around him was cleverly done, as well as closing the memory loophole of why the Thundercats were not remembered.

It then leads us well into the now and what he is up to – which is pretty gruesome – and into the main series.

A clever issue with some excellent artwork too.

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I am looking forward to watching it!

The original creators behind the classic British comic Rogue Trooper have praised the eagerly anticipated movie adaptation written and directed by Duncan Jones (Moon, Source Code, Warcraft, Mute).

Writer Gerry Finley-Day (Dan Dare) praised the movie’s “bags of action” while artist Dave Gibbons (Watchmen, Kingsman) called it “completely mind-blowing”, following a private screening ahead of its premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France on 22 June.

A special video interview is released today on 2000 AD‘s social media channels, giving fans some of Finley-Day and Gibbons’s reaction to seeing the movie for the first time, with the pair praising its action, and the way the storyline drew on the Rogue Trooper stories they made together.

“I thought it was just very, very entertaining”, says Gibbons. “And it’s great that the movie opens with what Gerry and I did originally — it’s really heartwarming. I think if you want to be entertained for a couple of hours, I can’t think of anything better; it made me laugh and was just spectacular to look at.”

“You’ve got a good storyline, you’ve got great visuals”, adds Finley-Day, “I think you can’t lose with this. You’re in for a very exciting couple of hours. I didn’t expect that that to be in that league, and these little touches that were there. It’s lovely to see.”

Based on the comic from the pages of legendary title 2000 AD, Rogue Trooper tells the story of 19, a ‘Genetic Infantryman’, who finds himself the sole survivor of an invasion force in the brutal war between the Norts and Southers on the toxic wastelands of the planet Nu Earth.

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The film features breakout talent Aneurin Barnard (The Goldfinch, Dunkirk) as the Rogue Trooper alongside Hayley Atwell (Captain America: The First Avenger, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One and Part Two), Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk), Daryl McCormack (Bad Sisters; Good Luck To You, Leo Grande), and Reece Shearsmith (Inside No. 9, Saltburn), Diane Morgan (Cunk on Earth), Alice Lowe (Black Mirror), Asa Butterfield (Sex Education, Hugo) and Sean Bean (Game of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings).

Director Duncan Jones said: “We created something that had Gerry wanting to talk about the friendships created in the military and how the film captured that, and Dave thrilled over how the big tanks he drew in the original comic were even bigger now! Honestly, that means more to me than just about anything.”

Duncan Jones will be appearing at San Diego Comic Con on 25 July (2-3pm PDT at the Rebellion stand, booth number 2121) to meet fans and sign a limited run of the Rogue Trooper hero image.

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The Rogue Trooper Movie

An animated science fiction action comedy from Rebellion and Liberty Films, Rogue Trooper tells the story of 19, a ‘Genetic Infantryman’, who finds himself the sole-survivor of an invasion force. Desperate to track down the traitor who sold him and his comrades out, the super soldier is accompanied by three killed-in-action squad mates, whose personalities have been stored in his gun, helmet and backpack.

The Rogue Trooper movie features an ensemble cast, that includes Aneurin Barnard (The Goldfinch, Dunkirk) as the Rogue Trooper alongside Hayley Atwell (Captain America: The First Avenger, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One and Part Two), Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk), Daryl McCormack (Bad Sisters; Good Luck To You, Leo Grande), and Reece Shearsmith (Inside No. 9, Saltburn), Diane Morgan (Cunk on Earth), Alice Lowe (Black Mirror), Asa Butterfield (Sex Education, Hugo) and Sean Bean (Game of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings).

Principal Photography was completed in 2024 utilising the cutting-edge Head Mounted Camera (HMC) technology and expertise of Motion Grinder (Indiana Jones and The Great Circle). Imagery and animation partner Treehouse Digital (The Well) processed and applied the data to the characters within Unreal Engine 5, handing over to Liberty Films’ own VFX and animation teams to light and finalise, bringing the incredible world of Rogue Trooper to life.

The film is produced by Stuart Fenegan (Moon, Source Code, Warcraft, Mute) alongside Jason Kingsley (Dredd, School’s Out Forever), Chris Kingsley (Dredd, School’s Out Forever) and Duncan Jones.

The Rogue Trooper comic was created by legendary artist Dave Gibbons (Watchmen, Kingsman) and writer Gerry Finley-Day (Dan Dare) and released by British publishers 2000 AD, home to Judge Dredd, Halo Jones and Strontium Dog.

For the latest news and updates, please visit roguetrooper.com.

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WITH ALL THE WEALTH… WITH ALL THE GEAR… WITH ALL THE SKILLS, SHE IS THE ABSOLUTE APEX PREDATOR!

Selina Kyle has carved a good life for herself. Through her ingenuity and skills, she’s become the greatest thief the world has ever known. With high-tech gear and weaponry, there’s no place too secure for Catwoman.

But when someone from her past comes knocking at her door, Selina’s life comes crashing down around her and she’ll need to get to the bottom of a mystery taking her all around the globe!

Written by Che Grayson and Scott Snyder with art by Bengal, Catwoman bursts onto the scene in the Absolute Universe!

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The addition of a spin-off from the Absolute Batman story seems quite natural, and this new series has some excellent links to the story while standing strongly on its own.

Catwoman had left Gotham behind, but there are still some links there. From comments about her abilities in a fight to the friend she left behind. There’s a deeper backstory with Holly and some reasoning to get into as to why they had to go their separate ways, but this issue was an excellent beginning for what is to come.

The issue does an excellent job in establishing where Selina came from, what she has been up to and where she is now. There is also a tease as to what is to come, with the appearance of another Bat-related character from the mythos.

The final third of the issue has an excellent action sequence that gives us some fast-paced moments, along with building on what Selina can do and what she has at her disposal.

That leads me to the art in good order. The art and colouring do an excellent job, with different locations to deal with and some very clever panel ideas. Making this a joy to read.

I think this is a good point that newer readers should be able to get on board with while also adding some little points for long-term readers of Absolute Batman.

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• M.A.S.K #1 from Image Comics

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• The Oz #3 from David Pepose

• The Agony of Stars from Red 5 Comics.

The O.Z. Returns To Kickstarter For A Giant-Sized Finale

From David Pepose of Speed Racer and Space Ghost is the final issue of his miniseries, The O.Z. It, along with catchup issues are available to back now on Kickstarter.

What if The Hurt Locker took place in The Wizard of Oz? Find out in THE O.Z., returning to Kickstarter with its giant-sized finale by acclaimed writer David Pepose (Savage Avengers, Space Ghost, Speed Racer) and superstar artist Ruben Rojas (Proton, Rogues!, Leviathan Labs). Fans of Mad Max: Fury Road, The Old Guard, and Fables will love the return of the Ringo Award-winning fantasy adventure, available to order NOW on Kickstarter!

THE O.Z. follows Dorothy Gale’s granddaughter and namesake, a disillusioned Iraq war veteran who is caught in a tornado and dropped into the war-torn land of Oz. Now leading the Resistance against the evil Scarecrow’s regime, Dorothy must join forces with the Tin Soldier, the Prince of Lions and Jack Pumpkinhead if she hopes to find the all-powerful Silver Slippers and bring peace to the Occupied Zone… or as the locals call it, The O.Z.

“It’s been a long time in the making, and we couldn’t be more thrilled for THE O.Z. to reach its triumphant conclusion on Kickstarter!” said series writer David Pepose. “We’ve been so lucky to have the support of over 1,500 Yellow Brick Road Warriors across our previous two campaigns. That said, Dorothy’s adventures aren’t over just yet — our third campaign promises to be a blockbuster finale, and fans of L. Frank Baum’s classic Wizard of Oz will truly love how we conclude our epic saga of THE O.Z.”

THE O.Z.’s Kickstarter will fund the series’ 44-page third issue, with early bird specials and catch-up tiers for those who missed the previous campaigns. Rewards include:

• Behind-the-scenes materials including David Pepose’s script, Ruben Rojas’ raw inks, and Whitney Cogar’s untouched colors;

• Four covers by Ruben Rojas, Maan House, Joshua Hood, and Serg Acuña;

• Print and digital catch-up tiers collecting all three issues of The O.Z., as well as tiers including all fourteen covers of the entire Kickstarter series;

• Trade paperback tiers collecting writer David Pepose’s licensed and original titles, including Savage Avengers, Moon Knight: City of the Dead, Space Ghost, Speed Racer, Captain Planet and the Planeteers, Spencer & Locke, The Devil That Wears My Face, Scout’s Honor, and much more;

• Retailer-exclusive tiers providing additional discounts;

• A store signing with writer David Pepose anywhere in the continental U.S.;

• Plus many exciting stretch goals and add-ons, including a fully-illustrated map of The O.Z. by artist Kenneth Wagnon, a limited-edition bookmark by artist Ruben Mocho, Kickstarter-exclusive pins and stickers, and much more

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Red 5 Comics - The Agony of Stars Kickstarter

New horror from Red 5 Comics with The Agony Of Stars and it’s live now on Kickstarter.

The Agony of Stars is an exciting new horror series from Eisner-nominated writer Jim Ousley (The Atonement Bell/Butcher Queen) and Etienne Derepentigny (Dead Kingdom/Afterburn), and you can help bring it to life!


The Agony of Stars follows a caretaker named Maya who friends Corin, a woman suffering from the early stages of dementia. When the members of a controversial police unit from the 1980's start being murdered one-by-one, Detectives Luther Morris and Bobby Haun discover that the killer they're pursuing is somehow tied to Corin and a heartbreaking secret.

To stop the killings and untangle the mystery, Maya and the detectives must re-examine everything they know as they follow the bloody path of evidence to its unnatural and horrifying conclusion.

You can back the campaign here and be part of the horror comics event of the year: The Agony of Stars by Jim Ousley — Kickstarter

Back it today, support the series, and get some great merch!

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Aliens have invaded Earth and been rebuffed by the Fantastic Four many a time before, and finally, one of them got wise and invaded Earth where the FF couldn’t defend it: They’re attacking our world in the past, in ANCIENT ROME. Johnny and Reed are the only two who make it back in time before all of history is erased, but it’s okay!

As long as they can defend Earth, push the aliens back AND reset history to how it once was, everything should be fine, right? Good thing that, when left alone, Johnny and Reed don’t get into ANY sort of problems on the regular. Plus: Reed stretches in a new way in this one! He does that in a lot of our issues, but this one is particularly fun.

Author: Ryan North
Artists: Humberto Ramos, and Patrick Boutin

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The Fantastic Four has always been on the edge of my reading. I have read some of their issues and followed their participation in big events, but I have never stuck with a series.

So, when there was a new issue #1, I thought this was a good point to jump on and see what I thought. I enjoyed the Invincible Woman arc of the story, and it seemed to hint at the future. This issue, on the other hand, had a slight link to that arc, but it is good for a casual reader to pick up.

The aliens who tried to invade during the previous arc are trying again. This time back in time, when the Romans were the big rulers. Chucking Johnny and Reed into the past with their powers is interesting, and they can’t do the things that the other two can do, so they have to work around it.

There is some good humour here, with the two trying to blend in more, and there is also some commentary on Johnny’s moustache!

The ending links into the real world - and something to look up!

A fun read, and worthy of the Fantastic Four.

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When a Viking is born to lead, they lead, no matter the cost. With little time left, Frey and the remnants of her family must pierce their enemies’ stronghold and confront their greatest adversary yet. But with the ability to return to immortality in reach, and Frey’s barbaric father seeking to regain power, Frey must decide the family’s fate once and for all.

Author: Zack Kaplan

Artists: Fico Ossio, and Oliver Barrett

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It’s tough to say any more about this issue on top of my review (below), but what I will say is a strong series. So, for this last issue of the arc, we get some closure with regards to the storyline of the arc, an ample tease as to what to pick up next and some brilliant action.

The writing is excellent, giving us a real family affair along with the other members of the immortals who live around us, but are unknown. There is some brilliant work with the flashback, which leads directly into the ending.

As far as the art is concerned, it creates an action-movie-style, kinetic energy that makes it worth a re-read. The colouring and lettering complement the story being told and enhance the overall feel of the issue.

Each arc gets stronger and stronger, and Kill All Immortals III can’t come soon enough!

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• Tara Togs Year One from ComicScene

• Wickerson: Tales From The Grove from Derek Laufman.

• From Mark Waid and Barry Kitson is Empire.

• And Bump in the Night is coming soon!

NEW Tara Togs Year One and The Silence of Unicorns

Tara is back in a new set of adventures. The original book, The Silence of Unicorns, is also available.

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Tara Togs has 8 days to go

Tara Togs Year One has 8 days to go on Kickstarter here https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicscene/tara-togs-year-one…

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WICKERSON: Tales from the Grove

A collection of stories by Derek Laufman from the vast world of Wickerson Grove.

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MY KICKSTART IS LIVE!

The time has finally come! The anticipation is over! Run over the KICKSTARTER and support my next graphic novel…

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Empire - The Deluxe Edition Launches on Zoop

A special edition of Empire is now funding on Zoop.

When people hear Mark Waid and Barry Kitson are doing a project together, the comic world stands up and takes notice. Well, today, the duo are launching the crowdfunding campaign for their seminal work, Empire, on the Zoop crowdfunding platform.

Empire has a long publishing history, having debuted at Image Comics under the Gorilla Comics imprint, before moving to DC Comics, then moving to Thrillbent Comics, with a subsequent now out-of-print softcover collection released by IDW. But now for the first time ever, the original Empire series will be released in hardcover as an oversized Deluxe Edition, featuring bonus material, supplemental material, process work, a new cover, and more!

A mixture of political intrigue and action-adventure, the groundbreaking Empire explores the concept of world domination from the unique perspective of the conquering dictator. Ten years after beginning a campaign of global conquest, the villainous Golgoth sits as the unopposed ruler of the world. But now that the masked monarch has realized his totalitarian dream of ruling the planet, he must contend with the incomprehensible nightmare of lording over a global empire. Under an eternal onslaught of alien invasions, traitorous plots and rebellious uprisings, the evil despot must find a way to maintain control or watch as his kingdom is destroyed.

Fans are encouraged to come early as there will be many limited items, such as the opportunity for remarques, sketches, and even original art from veteran artist Barry Kitson. There are some special offerings exclusive to this campaign that fans will be delighted to see when they visit the page, offerings that may not be available ever again. This is one not to be missed by comic fans!

Co-creator and writer Mark Waid offers: “Empire is one of my favorite projects. Alongside Barry Kitson, we created a post-heroic dystopia that's some of the best--and darkest--work I've ever done. For decades, Barry and I have longed to see it collected in a deluxe hardcover edition for the first time ever--and that day is here!”

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Bump in the Night: A Cryptid Comic Anthology

From Limit Break Comics, Bump In The Night is coming soon to Zoop.

22 comics featuring cryptids in a nature versus society collection

Bump in the Night is the brand new comic anthology from Limit Break Comics, the publishers behind Turning Roads, Down Below, Fractured Realms and Wish Upon a Star. This second instalment in the modern mythology trilogy takes a nature vs society approach to cryptids!

Editor Paul Carroll is proud to present 22 short stories into the world from creators from all over the world, for a total of 88 pages of comics. From the Jersey Devil, the Dover Demon and Mothman, to the Yeti, the Loch Ness Monster and the Kelly-Hopkinsville Goblins, some of the world’s best known cryptids are here to show the world what goes bump in the night...

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THE MASKED AVENGER ZORRO IS BACK IN AN ALL-NEW SERIES FROM COMICS LEGENDS HOWARD CHAYKIN (American Flagg!) AND JORGE FORNÉS (Batman)!

Don Diego de la Vega, known to the world at large as Zorro, is no stranger to facing down dangerous foes and risking his life to help the less fortunate. Now, he will face his biggest challenge yet as he goes up against the might of Napoleon Bonaparte and his armies!

Can Zorro overcome the odds and continue his quest for justice or will his story be cut short by Napoleon? The first chapter of this three-part epic starts here!

Author: Howard Chaykin
Artist: Jorge Fornes

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It’s great to see classic characters come around again for a new audience. I’m sure most people have heard of Zorro, and this new miniseries seems to really showcase the character.

It’s packed full of action with plenty of swashbuckling and a lot to take in. There are battles, sword fights, horses, betrayals and sinister monks! Yes, it was all in this one initial issue.

The artwork is fantastic and gives a classic feel in a more modern era - Zorro is made for this sort of art and colouring.

The story itself is well-crafted, and the reliance on actual events adds something extra.

I’m glad I caught this new one!

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WHO IS RONNIE RAYMOND?

Who is Ronnie Raymond, and how did he become the powerful nuclear man Firestorm? Is there an answer in his past that sheds a light on how he went rogue?

Author: Jeff Lemire
Artist: Rafael de Latorre

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I picked up the first issue of this new series on a whim. Firestorm was a character I was aware of from the Justice League cartoon and Legends of Tomorrow, but not one I had read in any comics.

Wow, that first issue was dark, but here, things continue along that route, interspersed with some excellent character moments, origins and a good hook for the rest of the arc. This seems to add a lot more to the Firestorm lore and makes an interesting character, with some great work on the threat.

The artwork is excellent, with a great mix of the now, flashbacks and…. somewhere else. I like the colouring too.

The end of this issue has a fantastic hook, and I am looking forward to seeing how explosive the next issue is!

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