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Aspen Comics Unveils Full Slate of “10 for 10” titles and Jam Poster

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Brett

Aspen Comics is ready to kick off the new year—and also celebrate their tenth anniversary year in the industry—by announcing their full slate of titles in their ambitious “10 for 10” initiative, beginning this February.

For Aspen’s “10 for 10”, the publisher will be debuting a new series each month for ten straight months, featuring five all new properties and five well-known returning series, with each debut #1 issue offered for only $1. The full list of titles is as follows:

February – Legend of the Shadow Clan (Brand New Series)
March – Shrugged Volume 2
April – Jirni (Brand New Series)
May – Charismagic Volume 2
June – BubbleGun (Brand New Series)
July – All New Fathom
August – Awaken Skies/Overtaken (Brand New Series)
September – Executive Assistant: Iris Volume 4
October – Trish out of Water (Brand New Series)
November – All New Soulfire

Aspen is also offering special Aspen “Reserved Edition” covers for each new “10 for 10” release. New readers and fans who add each “10 for 10” release at their local comic shop’s subscription service will be eligible to purchase the “Reserved Edition” covers. Fans who purchase all ten “10 for 10” releases will then be eligible to receive the full-size Aspen “Perfect Tens” poster featuring all ten Reserved Edition covers by the series artists and colored by Peter Steigerwald. Aspen suggests those interested in acquiring the “Perfect Tens” poster and “Reserved Edition” covers to inquire about this special offer with their local retailer today. Aspen also encourages fans and retailers alike to check out the host of other special incentives for their “10 for 10” titles including special CGC signed editions, original hand-drawn covers, and exclusive comic shop variant covers featuring the store’s respective logo on the cover.

Fans and new Aspen readers will also be able to choose their adventure for August’s “10 for 10” release between two all new series: Awaken Skies and Overtaken. Aspen will feature an online voting poll, as well as an in-store voting ballot at comic shops in the coming weeks to allow the public to vote on which property they would like to see in August. The publisher will reveal more details about the voting process soon.

Preview – Charismagic #5

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Brett

CHARISMAGIC #5

Vince Hernandez – Story / Khary Randolph – Art / Emilio Lopez – Colors

Everything you thought you knew about magic will…

Vanish.

Journey into a world where the lines between magic and reality are blurred…And where one man will soon find himself as the last remaining hope for all mankind.

With the stress of the task that lies ahead bearing down on him, Hank begins to doubt himself. Aware of his concern, Sudana decides the time is right to show Hank the extent of his magical abilities—a power even he could never have imagined possessing—yet, her lesson brings them much closer in unexpected ways as well. Meanwhile, The Guardians and Sparkles plan for their assault on the now-captured temple of Kon, but what they don’t realize is Samsun is on a mission to intercept—and kill–his enemies before they reach him! The penultimate build-up to next issue’s finale starts here!

Created and written by Aspen’s own Vince Hernandez, with stunning art by Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez, make sure to open your eyes to the exciting new world of CHARISMAGIC!

CHARISMAGIC #5 is in stores March 7th, 2012!

Aspen Comics in May 2012

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Brett

FATHOM: KIANI (vol 2) #2

Vince Hernandez – writer / Oliver Nome – art / John Starr – colors

The Blue’s fiercest warrior returns as FATHOM: KIANI vol 2 continues!

In Volume One, she discovered her true identity. Later, she was labeled a dissident by her own people. Finally, she was killed by Aspen Matthews…

Now, Kiani is back—and she’s pissed!

Following the destruction of the recently built Blue and Human cooperative research facility, Kiani finds herself back in Marielle, the underwater city she once naively called home, to establish a new base of operations for her team. Meanwhile, tensions between the Elite Council led by Siphon and Saba’s commander Thallassar have reached a boiling point as Saba’s citizens begin to flee the war-torn city to join Kiani’s cause, leaving Saba’s leader grasping for control. And when Thalassar decides to take matters into his own hands, Kiani is forced to make a difficult choice of whether or not to battle her former soldier in arms, and seal her confirmation as an enemy of the state!

Brought to you by the creative team of Vince Hernandez, Oliver Nome and John Starr, FATHOM: KIANI vol 2 #2 is a must have for any Fathom fan!

FATHOM: KIANI (vol 2) #2 is in stores May 9^th, 2012!

BROKEN PIECES #3

Mark Roslan – Writer / Cory Smith – Art / Beth Sotelo – Colors

What is lost in life is found in…death!

Aspen Comic’s newest original series, BROKEN PIECES, continues!

The broken pieces of Dr. Richard Adam’s present begin to come together, revealing the tragic reality of his impending future! Meanwhile, Adams begins to discover the disastrous and horrific conditions of the world and people outside the boundaries of Trinion’s control, as his wife Gabriella must make a reluctant decision to continue working on her research for Ludas, and the nefarious corporation. Plus, the arrival of Trinion’s Elite Soldier force complicates matters even more—as collateral damage and bloodshed follows their destructive mission objective!

Written and created by Aspen’s own Mark Roslan and featuring stunning artwork by newcomer Cory Smith and colorist Beth Sotelo, BROKEN PIECES will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!

BROKEN PIECES #3 is in stores May 23^rd, 2012!

CHARISMAGIC #6

Vince Hernandez – Story / Khary Randolph – Art / Emilio Lopez – Colors

Everything you thought you knew about magic will…

Vanish.

The valiant quest to save the world from catastrophe and the treacherous clutches of dark magic reaches its pulse-pounding conclusion with this epic finale issue! Hank, Sudana and Sparkles must find a way to save the banished wizard Kon and make one final stand against Samsun’s vile and powerful magic or risk losing everything—including the return of the entire human population and their close allies Hector and Alle, who could find themselves trapped in the evil shadows of the Void Realm forever if they fail!

Created and written by Aspen’s own Vince Hernandez, with stunning art by Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez, make sure to be a part of the exciting new world of CHARISMAGIC!

CHARISMAGIC #6 is in stores May 2^nd, 2012!

DEAD MAN’S RUN #4

Greg Pak – Writer / Tony Parker – Art / David Curiel – Colors

From acclaimed “Hulk” writer Greg Pak, legendary “Walking Dead” producer Gale Anne Hurd, and Tony Parker, artist of the Eisner-nominated “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep”, comes the biggest blockbuster series of the new year – DEAD MAN’S RUN!

Cartographer Sam Tinker is willing to risk everything, including his own soul, to rescue his innocent sister from the horrific prison we call Hell. But as he leads his team of villains and madmen through the depths of the underworld, he encounters an enemy he never could have imagined. Because Hell, after all, is for children. Don’t miss the next thrilling installment of the series Comic Book Resource lauds for its “sheer audacity” and Comic Bastards calls “so damn good.”

DEAD MAN’S RUN #4 is in stores May 16^th, 2012!

Preview – Charismagic #4

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Brett

CHARISMAGIC #4

Vince Hernandez – Story / Khary Randolph – Art / Emilio Lopez – Colors

Everything you thought you knew about magic will…

Vanish.

Journey into a world where the lines between magic and reality are blurred…And where one man will soon find himself as the last remaining hope for all mankind.

Hank, Sudana and Sparkles make their way into the treacherous jungles of Costa Rica in search of the wizard Kon for help. Yet, their journey may end before it even begins when they encounter The Guardians, magical beings tasked with protecting the temple of Kon—who may or may not be allies to their cause. Inside Kon’s temple, the ancient wizard battles the newly returned Samsun, but the tides of magic power have shifted—and not in his favor. In the Void Realm, Hector and Alle’s capture by a mystical shaman will provide a glimmer of hope to the pair stuck in the hellish landscape of the Void, but will they be able to survive in order to enjoy it?

Created and written by Aspen’s own Vince Hernandez, with stunning art by Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez, make sure to open your eyes to the exciting new world of CHARISMAGIC!

In stores January 18^th!

Preview – Charismagic #3

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Brett

CHARISMAGIC #3

Vince Hernandez – Story / Khary Randolph – Art / Emilio Lopez – Colors

Everything you thought you knew about magic will…

Vanish.

Journey into a world where the lines between magic and reality are blurred…And where one man will soon find himself as the last remaining hope for all mankind.

Hank, Sudana and Sparkles arrive at the Los Angeles Int Airport in search of a plane to fly to Costa Rica. Yet, their departure from the City of Angels proves to be far more deadly than they imagined. In New Orleans, Samsun encounters a coven of dark witches, who inform the malevolent being of their shared ambition—to find and destroy the mighty wizard, Kon. While in the Void Realm, Hector and Alle attempt to find a way to escape. But in their struggle, the pair manages to draw the ire of the shaman Serké’s insect drones, plunging them deeper into the abyss of the Void.

Created and written by Aspen’s own Vince Hernandez, with stunning art by Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez, make sure to open your eyes to the exciting new world of CHARISMAGIC!

CHARISMAGIC #3 is in stores November 2^nd, 2011!

Aspen Comics in January 2012

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Brett

Official Press Release

DEAD MAN’S RUN #1

Greg Pak – Writer / Tony Parker – Art

Hell is a prison from which none escape. That’s not a metaphor. It’s a concrete reality surrounded by razor wire and gun towers in the middle of the California desert. But today, a young cartographer named Sam Tinker begins an epic battle against the mysterious Warden and all the horrors of her domain, in a desperate attempt to rescue his sister Juniper–the only innocent in Hell!

Get ready for an insane supernatural action-packed thriller, as Aspen Comics proudly presents its newest hit series, DEAD MAN’S RUN!

DEAD MAN’S RUN #1 is in stores January 11^th, 2012!

FC 32 pages $3.50

CHARISMAGIC #5

Vince Hernandez – Story / Khary Randolph – Art / Emilio Lopez – Colors

Everything you thought you knew about magic will…

Vanish.

Journey into a world where the lines between magic and reality are blurred…And where one man will soon find himself as the last remaining hope for all mankind.

Created and written by Aspen’s own Vince Hernandez, with stunning art by Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez, make sure to open your eyes to the exciting new world of CHARISMAGIC!

CHARISMAGIC #5 is in stores January 25^th, 2012!

FC 32 pages $3.50

SOULFIRE (vol 3) #7

J.T. Krul – Writer / Jason Fabok – Art / John Starr – Colors

The magic has returned! But, this time…the light has grown dark.

While all-out war rages on in the Everlands, Onyx hopes to call it something else – genocide! If she has her way, Grace and the rest of the Rahtumi will be massacred. Luckily, Malikai arrives just in time to help, but will he save the day or ensure doom comes to all?

New adversaries, exotic locations, and a fresh cast of exciting characters, including some from the Soulfire Universe’s long forgotten past, reign supreme in this epic third SOULFIRE volume!

SOULFIRE (VOL 3) #7 is in stores January 25^th, 2012!

FC 32 pages $3.50

Aspen Comics Long Beach Comic Con 2011 Guests and Exclusives

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Brett

Official Press Release

Aspen is excited to attend the Long Beach Comic Con 2011 this weekend on October 29^th and 30^th, and will be bringing an all new exclusive comic book and print for the show. Aspen creators Frank Mastromauro, Vince Hernandez, Mark Roslan, Joe Benitez, Oliver Nome, David Wohl, Beth Sotelo, Scott Lobdell, J.T. Krul, David Schwartz and more creators will be on hand to meet and greet with fans at the Aspen Comics Booth #101 all weekend long.

The publisher will have an exclusive Charismagic #3 Long Beach Comic Con 2011 variant cover by Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez, limited to only 500 copies. Charismagic is Aspen’s all-new magical action-adventure series created and written by Vince Hernandez with character designs and illustrations by Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez.

Fans who missed their chance to score the latest convention exclusives at the New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic Con can also look forward to limited quantities of exclusive variants such as the new supernatural action-adventure Dead Man’s Run by Greg Pak and Tony Parker in association with legendary producer Gale Anne Hurd’s Valhalla Entertainment, Haunted City by Chap Taylor, Peter Johnson and Michael Ryan, and Broken Pieces by creator and writer Mark Roslan with Micah Kaneshiro, as well as popular covers from this past summer’s Executive Assistant crossover, “The Hit List Agenda.”

Aspen will also be releasing a brand new signature Fathom print by Michael Turner featuring popular heroine Aspen Matthews, limited to only 50 editions, in addition to many of their latest popular-selling prints featuring hot titles such as Fathom, Soulfire, Lady Mechanika, Executive Assistant: Iris and more.

Aspen will be hosting an official Aspen Comics Panel from 3:00-3:45pm in Room 103A featuring Frank Mastromauro, Vince Hernandez, Mark Roslan, Joe Benitez, David Schwartz, Beth Sotelo, David Wohl, Scott Lobdell, JT Krul, Oliver Nome as they will be previewing upcoming titles, revealing never-before-seen artwork, and answering fan’s questions directly. All fans in attendance will receive a free gift courtesy of Aspen Comics.

For more information on the Long Beach Comic please check www.longbeachcomiccon.com and for more information on Aspen Comics please check www.aspencomics.com and www.aspenstore.com

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