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Preview: Jirni Vol. 2 #2

JIRNI Vol 2 #2

JT Krul – Story / V Ken Marion – Art / Juan Fernandez – Colors

Her perilous quest resumes!

As Ara continues her voyage across the seas, she comes to know more about her guide – Captain Boro. But, any bonding between them is interrupted when an ancient evil rises from the depths – intent on destroying them all. Boro’s men have heard many tales of the fabled mermaids, but when it comes to legends, sometimes the truth is far more terrifying than the myth!

Creator J.T. Krul, artist V Ken Marion, and colorist Juan Fernandez are proud to present the follow-up volume to Aspen’s smash hit series – JIRNI!

JIRNI vol 2 #2 is in stores September 16th, 2015!

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Aspen Comics in November 2015

LEGEND OF OZ: THE WICKED WEST #2

Tom Hutchinson – Story / Allison Borges – Art / Kate Finnegan – Colors

Take a trip back over the rainbow to an Oz you never knew existed!

After a rough and tumble encounter with the winged monkeys, Gale and her newfound ally mount up and ride for the Emerald City. The desert gives way to forest–and that means lions, tigers, bears – and Kalidahs! The Wild West reimagining of L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz continues!

Featuring re-mastered content, an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of Legend of Oz, a special foreword by L. Frank Baum’s great-great grandson, Marc Baum,

creator commentary and more! Don’t miss out on the start of Aspen’s newest BDI launch with the premiere of LEGEND OF OZ: THE WICKED WEST #1!

LEGEND OF OZ: THE WICKED WEST #2 is in stores November 4th, 2015!

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JIRNI vol 2 #4

JT Krul – Story / V Ken Marion – Art / Juan Fernandez – Colors

Ara is taken to the treacherous land of the wizard R’anu, and discovers the true horror of his fanatical sermon firsthand!

Creator J.T. Krul, artist V Ken Marion, and colorist Juan Fernandez are proud to present the follow-up volume to Aspen’s smash hit series – JIRNI!

JIRNI vol 2 #4 is in stores November 11th, 2015!

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ETERNAL SOULFIRE #5

JT Krul – Story / Alex Konat – Art / Federico Blee – Colors

Michael Turner’s classic action-adventure series re-emerges with a brand new era of mystery and magic!

The magical warrior Miya’s ill-fated plan to revive the spirit of her slain father goes terribly wrong—unleashing a foe unlike any seen before!

The first all new Soulfire series to make its debut since Michael Turner introduced you to his incredible magical adventure over 10 years ago, is ready to take you on the ride of your life and explore the world of Soulfire as you’ve never seen it before!

ETERNAL SOULFIRE #5 is in stores November 18th, 2015!

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FATHOM BLUE #6

Vince Hernandez – Story / Claudio Avella – Art / Colors – Erick Arciniega

The epic conclusion to the first volume brings the fragile team of Blue outcasts to their breaking point, as the forces of two worlds, above and below, collide on a cataclysmic level!

Don’t miss out on the finale of the most talked about new Fathom series!

FATHOM BLUE #6 is in stores November 25th, 2015!

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Preview: Jirni Vol. 2 #1

JIRNI Vol. 2 #1

JT Krul – Story / V Ken Marion – Art / Juan Fernandez – Colors

Her perilous quest resumes!

Ara has returned—and has left more than her homeland behind, as her journey brings her to sea along with Boro and his band of pirates. However, what new wonders—and dangers—await Ara on their next stop? And will she be able to survive the experience? The world of Jirni explodes into uncharted territory as Ara’s epic story continues!

Creator J.T. Krul, artist V Ken Marion, and colorist Juan Fernandez are proud to present the follow-up volume to Aspen’s smash hit series – JIRNI!

JIRNI vol 2 #1 is in stores August 5th, 2015!

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Aspen Comics in October 2015

ONIBA: SWORDS OF THE DEMON #0

Vince Hernandez – Story / Paolo Pantalena – Art

From creators Paolo Pantalena (Jirni) and Vince Hernandez (Fathom: Kiani) comes this all-new action-adventure series hundreds of years in the making!

When the actions of her feudal lord begin to lay the seeds of doubt within her, Yukiko, a samurai with exceptional swordplay and even far greater courage, must make a bold decision that forever changes her fate—along with the history of Japan itself!

This special debut zero issue of ONIBA: SWORDS OF THE DEMON features a brand-new 12-page story that sets the stage for the upcoming premiere of ONIBA: SWORDS OF THE DEMON #1 coming next month! Also including a comprehensive sketchbook section and never before seen designs and artwork, make sure you don’t miss out on ONIBA: SWORDS OF THE DEMON #0!

ONIBA: SWORDS OF THE DEMON #0 is in stores October 14th, 2015!

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LEGEND OF OZ: THE WICKED WEST #1

Tom Hutchinson – Story / Allison Borges – Art / Kate Finnegan – Colors

Take a trip back over the rainbow to an Oz you never knew existed!

Dorothy Gale slips on her ruby spurs after falling out of the sky and is sent off to follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City. The only problem is the road is gone! Oz itself has been transformed into a wild west landscape: Flying monkeys and scarecrows still walk the plains of Oz, but in ways you would never have imagined!

Featuring re-mastered content, an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of Legend of Oz, a special foreword by L. Frank Baum’s great-great grandson, Marc Baum,

creator commentary and more! Don’t miss out on the start of Aspen’s newest BDI launch with the premiere of LEGEND OF OZ: THE WICKED WEST #1!

LEGEND OF OZ: THE WICKED WEST #1 is in stores October 7th, 2015!

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JIRNI vol 2 #3

JT Krul – Story / V Ken Marion – Art / Juan Fernandez – Colors

When Boro leads Ara to a strange new land, she finds a special clue to finding her kidnapped mother—however, will she be able to stay on that path or will another road call out to her?

Creator J.T. Krul, artist V Ken Marion, and colorist Juan Fernandez are proud to present the follow-up volume to Aspen’s smash hit series – JIRNI!

JIRNI vol 2 #3 is in stores October 7th, 2015!

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ETERNAL SOULFIRE #4

JT Krul – Story / Alex Konat – Art / Federico Blee – Colors

Michael Turner’s classic action-adventure series re-emerges with a brand new era of mystery and magic!

Miya’s secret desire to reconnect with the ghost of her father may spell trouble for her tribe of warriors, and if that wasn’t bad enough, Cassidy and the others find themselves in the crosshairs again!

The first all new Soulfire series to make its debut since Michael Turner introduced you to his incredible magical adventure over 10 years ago, is ready to take you on the ride of your life and explore the world of Soulfire as you’ve never seen it before!

ETERNAL SOULFIRE #4 is in stores October 14th, 2015!

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CRITTER #4

Tom Hutchison – Story / Fico Ossio – Art

The first CRITTER volume reaches its conclusion!

The life of a super hero is one of constant checks and balances, and Critter is feeling the heat from all sides as a rampaging beast tears through town and she runs smack dab into the In Crowd!

Featuring re-mastered content, an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Critter, creator commentary and more! Don’t miss out on the second of Aspen’s all new BDI launch titles with the return of CRITTER!

CRITTER #4 is in stores October 14th, 2015!

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FATHOM BLUE #5

Vince Hernandez – Story / Claudio Avella – Art / Colors – Erick Arciniega

Elia attempts to discover more of Eries’ past and his reasons for seeking the genocide of the Human race. However, their tenuous encounter could prove to undo the Blue’s existence altogether. Meanwhile, the team puts into motion their plan to extract the Grey Matter from The Rig but run into a fatal flaw in their plan of attack—one that could cost all of them their lives!

FATHOM BLUE #5 is in stores October 21st, 2015!

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Preview: Jirni Vol. 2 #1

JIRNI vol 2 #1

JT Krul – Story / Paolo Pantalena – Art / Ross Campbell – Colors

Return to a fantastical world of high-adventure!

Ara is a warrior-princess with the blood of the mystical D’jinn flowing through her. Powerful, brave, and capable, she is determined to finish her quest to find her kidnapped mother, no matter what obstacles may fall in her path. But, the desert she wanders through seems endless, and something is hunting her. Or is it the other way around?

Creator J.T. Krul, artist Paolo Pantalena, and colorist Brett Smith are proud to present the follow-up volume to Aspen’s smash hit series – JIRNI!

JIRNI vol 2 #1 is in stores June 4th, 2014!

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Aspen Comics in July 2014

DAMSELS IN EXCESS #1

Vince Hernandez – Story / Mirka Andolfo – Art

Five realms. Five princesses. Zero men.

In the land of the Five Realms, the existence of men has long since been evaporated from the hearts and minds of women. Princess Bethany–ruler of Evanfar, the largest and most prominent kingdom, finds herself at the center of a vast conspiracy that could not only threaten her kingdom—but also her life! Journey to a place where magic is abundant, unicorns and ferrets can command armies, and five women struggle to find balance—and power–in an ever-changing fairy tale world!
Creator Vince Hernandez and artist Mirka Andolfo present to you the newest Aspen hit series – DAMSELS IN EXCESS!

DAMSELS IN EXCESS #1 is in stores July 23rd, 2014!

FC 32 pages $3.99 (3.99 digital)

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SOULFIRE ANNUAL #1

JT Krul, Agnes Garbowska, Mark Roslan – Story

Agnes Garbowska, Lori Hanson – art

Michael Turner’s SOULFIRE returns!

Aspen’s first ever SOULFIRE ANNUAL arrives, jam-packed with three all new stories featuring some of the most popular characters in the SOULFIRE universe—and more! Join veteran SOULFIRE writer JT Krul as he presents a young Grace in a world long forgotten, full or dragons and danger! Fan favorite illustrator Agnes Garbowska debuts a new SOULFIRE story all her own, as she handles the writing and art duties in a special tale featuring Grace and several other SOULFIRE favorites! And BubbleGun creator Mark Roslan explodes onto the scene with a futuristic bank robbery that even the magic of Malakai may not be able to stop!

Don’t miss out on the debut of the first ever SOULFIRE ANNUAL #1 in this thrilling oversized issue featuring a re-mastered SOULFIRE cover by series creator Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald!

SOULFIRE ANNUAL #1 is in stores July 9th, 2014!

FC 48 pages $5.99 (5.99 digital)

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SOULFIRE (vol 2) TPB: DRAGON FALL

J.T. Krul – Story / Marcus To – Art / Beth Sotelo – Colors

The epic second volume of Michael Turner’s SOULFIRE!

The Dark Lord Rainier has been defeated, and Malikai—the Samusara, set forth the return of the light. Yet, the return of magic has created problems across the globe, as Grace attempts to bring order to a world devoid of magic for thousands of years. Meanwhile, Rainier, in his endless crusade to rid the world of magic and all that it encompasses, decides the only way to extinguish the light is by fusing both technology and magic in horrific fashion—with terrifying results! Collecting together the sold out Zero issue, as well as issues #1 though #9, plus the rare 10-page Sonia story from Aspen Seasons Winter and the 20-page ‘Resurgence’ story previously only available in the Soulfire: New World Order mini-series, this is 296 pages of everything Soulfire volume 2! And if that’s not enough, we’ll be including a complete covers gallery featuring artwork by such artistic forces as Joe Benitez, Randy Green, Nick Bradshaw and Soulfire creator Michael Turner!! This complete SOULFIRE (vol 2) TPB: DRAGON FALL is a must for any Aspen, Soulfire, Michael Turner, or comic book fan!

SOULFIRE (vol 2) TPB: DRAGON FALL is in stores July 9th, 2014!

FC 296 pages $29.99 TPB

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SOULFIRE: SHADOW MAGIC Vol 1 TPB

Vince Hernandez – Story / Sana Takeda – Art & Colors

The world of magic has gone dark…

Before the return of the light forever altered the events of the present SOULFIRE universe, a long ago era of flourishing magic enveloped the land as well as SOULFIRE’s preeminent heroine, Grace. Amidst a bloody war between the two dominant races, the Rahtumi and the Sethoru, that endangered both of their existences, an even greater threat soon emerged. It is a malevolent form of magic that threatens to cast a dark shadow over all that is decent and magical by consuming everything in it’s path. And through all of this perilous disorder, Grace attempts to overcome the greatest obstacle she has yet to encounter in her time in Empyrea—the bonds of love. Collecting together the entire sold out SOULFIRE: SHADOW MAGIC mini-series, and fully illustrated by Sana Takeda, this long-awaited trade paperback is a must have addition to everyone’s SOULFIRE collection!

FC 152 pages $14.99

SOULFIRE: SHADOW MAGIC Vol 1 TPB is in stores July 9th, 2014!

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JIRNI vol 2 #3

JT Krul – Story / Paolo Pantalena – Art / Brett Smith – Colors

From the depths they ascend…

As Ara continues her voyage across the seas, she comes to discover more about her guide – Captain Boro. Yet, any bonding between the pair is interrupted when an ancient evil rises from the depths, intent on destroying them all! Boro’s men have heard many tales of the fabled mermaids, but when it comes to legends, sometimes the truth is far more terrifying than the myth!

JIRNI vol 2 #3 is in stores July 30th, 2014!

FC 32 pages $3.99 (3.99 digital)

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LOLA XOXO #4

Siya Oum – Story & Art

Aspen’s newest hit series continues!

The Wasteland Trading Company arrives in the town on Sinmora, where they find their fair share of alcohol and debauchery to satisfy their thirst for action. However, as is often the case in the Wasteland, they bite off more than they can chew, as they learn of a place that no merchant has yet to return from alive, a mysterious site that piques Lola’s curiosity—even if the risk of exploration could mean her life!

One of 2014’s most exciting debuts, LOLA XOXO is ready to take you on an incredible adventure unlike any other!

LOLA XOXO #4 is in stores July 16th, 2014!

FC 32 pages $3.99 (3.99 digital)

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NYCC 2013: Aspen Comics Brings the Announcements

Aspen Comics made numerous announcements at the 2013 New York Comic Con including new and returning comic book series.

Lola from creator Siya Oum will be released in Spring 2014 and features a story fully written and illustrated by Oum. Featuring a post-apocalyptic landscape and one woman’s desire to discover the truth about her missing parents while she traverses the landscape known as the “Wasteland” in search of them.

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Damsels in Excess from creator Vince Hernandez and Mirka Andolfo is a fairy tale action-adventure series that centers on a young princess, Bethany, who must survive the deadly threat of her fellow princesses of the Five Realms before they destroy her kingdom—and end her life.

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J.T. Krul’s fantasy adventure series Jirni returns for a second volume with the original first volume’s art team of Paolo Pantalena and Brett Smith following the breakout success of its initial offering. Aspen will also be releasing a spinoff mini-series written by Krul, Jirni: Fall of the D’jinn set for release the same month as the launch of Jirni: Volume 2.

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David Wohl and Brad Foxhoven’s Legend of the Shadow Clan returns for a second volume as well, following the hit first story arc. The art team of Cory Smith and John Starr will be returning as the series art team for the next volume.

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Aspen Novels is set to publish 7 To Die by author Tag Roberts in 2014. Aspen will be adding another novel to their burgeoning line of books this year with the release of 7 To Die with more to follow soon. 7 To Die tells the story of Lex MacArthur, a bright, but struggling San Francisco college student who inexplicably receives an enigmatic clay pendant with an etched eight-pointed star in the mail. The pendant, which unlocks a bevy of dormant superhuman genes, also ignites Lex’s mission to discover who she is and where she came from. With several new enemies aggressively pursuing her to extort and capitalize on her newfound abilities, Lex is forced to fight for her life and save those she loves from certain death.

Aspen has teamed up with Comixology to offer large-scale omnibus editions of their popular flagship series Fathom, Soulfire and Executive Assistant: Iris. The Fathom Omnibus Edition Volumes 1 and 2 are available for purchase now, with the Executive Assistant: Iris and Executive Assistant: Assassins Omnibus Editions available on October 16th. November will see the release of the Soulfire Omnibus Edition Volumes 1 and 2.

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Aspen will be offering all new titles featuring the Guided View feature on Comixology with more news and release dates to be revealed soon.

Preview: Jirni #5

JIRNI #5

JT Krul ­ Story / Paolo Pantalena ­ Art / Brett Smith – Colors

Take an incredible JIRNI with Aspen¹s newest hit series!

In a great city at the edge of the world, Ara finally finds her mother, Luna. But finding her and saving her are two very different things – especially with an army of royal guards, a destructive d’jinn, and a wicked sorcerer in her way. It’s all been leading up to this as Ara confronts the truth about herself – her past, her present, and even her future, provided she survives to see it!

After years of preparation, creator JT Krul is ready to take you on a JIRNI unlike any other! Accompanied by the incredible talents of artist Paolo Pantalena and colorist Brett Smith, this is one JIRNI you won¹t want to miss!

JIRNI #5 is in stores October 9th, 2013!

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Preview: Jirni #4

JIRNI #4

JT Krul ­ Story / Paolo Pantalena ­ Art / Brett Smith – Colors

Take an incredible JIRNI with Aspen¹s newest hit series!

In the wake of her vicious battle with Anjaha, Ara struggles to grasp her mysterious connection to the violent d’jinn. But, the time has come for Ara to face the truth about herself as she finally tracks down her mother along with Torinthal, the sorcerer who captured her! Yet, that is only if she can survive the massive Rock Giants of Migara!

After years of preparation, creator JT Krul is ready to take you on a JIRNI unlike any other! Accompanied by the incredible talents of artist Paolo Pantalena and colorist Brett Smith, this is one JIRNI you won¹t want to miss!

JIRNI #4 is in stores July 31st, 2013!

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Preview: Jirni #3

JIRNI #3

JT Krul ­ Story / Paolo Pantalena ­ Art / Brett Smith – Colors

Take an incredible JIRNI with Aspen’s newest hit series!

Discover a whole new world of adventure! As her companion Nylese reaches the end of her journey while finally discovering the fabled city of her people, Ara’s road ahead remains ever perilous. Throughout facing many dangers and threats in her challenging quest, how can she possibly survive Torinthal’s powerful and deadly d’jinn, when it comes seeking her end?

After years of preparation, creator JT Krul is ready to take you on a JIRNI unlike any other! Accompanied by the incredible talents of artist Paolo Pantalena and colorist Brett Smith, this is one JIRNI you won¹t want to miss!

JIRNI #3 is in stores June 26th, 2013!

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