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Aspen Heads to WonderCon!

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ASPEN-WONDER-2013-epsonAspen Comics has released their WonderCon Anaheim 2013 exclusives as well as their list of creators appearing at the Aspen Comics Booth #701 on March 29-31st. Aspen creators Frank Mastromauro, Peter Steigerwald, Vince Hernandez, Mark Roslan, J.T. Krul, Beth Sotelo, Mike DeBalfo, Nei Ruffiino, David Wohl, Lori Hanson, and Jonathan Marks will all be appearing throughout the weekend at the Aspen Comics Booth.

Aspen is offering two highly-limited show exclusives: Legend of the Shadow Clan #3 will be released early at the show with a special Wondercon Anaheim exclusive cover by Mike DeBalfo and colored by Peter Steigerwald and limited to 200 copies. Aspen will also be releasing an Executive Assistant: Assassins #9 WonderCon cover by Giuseppe Cafaro and David Curiel, limited to 200 copies. Both exclusives will only be available at the Aspen Comics Booth #701.

To continue their ten-year anniversary celebration, Aspen is releasing the Aspen Tour Print 2013 WonderCon Anniversary Edition, with art by Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 125 editions. Aspen will also be releasing all new prints featuring Soulfire, The Legend of the Shadow Clan and Shrugged.

The “Ten Years of Aspen Comics” panel will take place on Saturday, March 30th in room 208 from 3:30 – 4:30 pm and will feature all of Aspen’s creative talents as they answer fans’ questions and reveal what’s in store for the next ten years of Aspen Comics.

Aspen Editor-in-Chief Vince Hernandez will be offering portfolio reviews all weekend for aspiring artists in room 206b. Here is the dates/times for the reviews:

Friday: 1:30 – 2:30 PM

Saturday: 1:30 – 2:30 PM

Sunday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM

See what Aspen is bringing below!

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Preview – Soulfire (Vol. 4) #4

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SOULFIRE (vol 4) #4

J.T. Krul – Story / Mike DeBalfo – Art / Nei Ruffino  – Colors

Michael Turner’s epic fantasy adventure surges forward into a new era!

Possessed by the chaotic spirit of Oris, Grace seems all but unstoppable as her reign of terror storms across the globe. Cities are being destroyed. People are dying. In the Everlands, one of Malikai’s closest friends is facing death from Grace’s violence. Can the combined power of magic and technology save them? And if so, will the result be a miracle…or an abomination?”

From veteran SOULFIRE scribe J.T. Krul, and featuring the amazing art of Michael DeBalfo along with fan favorite colorist Nei Ruffino, this is the SOULFIRE tale three volumes in the making! New and returning fans will NOT want to miss out as the biggest SOULFIRE story ever told continues right here!

SOULFIRE (vol 4) #4 is in stores March 20th, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

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Aspen Comics Kicks Off Their 2013 and their “10 for 10” Initiative at Amazing Arizona Con

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Aspen Comics is looking forward to attending their first convention of the new year, the upcoming Amazing Arizona Con 2013 on January 25th-27th, and the publisher is launching their all new “10 for 10” initiative over a week early at the show with the release of Legend of the Shadow Clan #1 and an appearance by series creator and writer David Wohl.

Starting on February 6th, Aspen will be launching their “10 for 10” initiative featuring an all new series release for ten consecutive months, with each debut #1 issue offered for only $1. Legend of the Shadow Clan #1 will be the first offering for Aspen’s “10 for 10”, and is created by Wohl and Brad Foxhoven with art by Cory Smith and John Starr.

Legend of the Shadow Clan #1 will be released nearly a week prior to its release date, featuring an exclusive cover by Soulfire artist Mike DeBalfo and colorist Peter Steigerwald, the Legend of the Shadow Clan #1 Amazing Arizona Con 2013 will be available at the Aspen Comics Booth all weekend long and is limited to 200 copies.

The Aspen Comics Booth will see a host of Aspen’s creators and artists all weekend long including Frank Mastromauro (Shrugged, Dellec), Peter Steigerwald (Soulfire, Fathom), David Wohl (Legend of the Shadow Clan, EA: Iris), Mike DeBalfo (Soulfire), Nei Ruffino (Soulfire), Tony Parker (Dead Man’s Run) and Vince Hernandez (Charismagic, Executive Assistant: Assassins)

Aspen will also be featuring all new editions of their industry-leading art prints available at the Aspen Booth all weekend long, including the year’s first edition of their anniversary flashback Aspen Tour Print 2013, featuring Aspen Matthews by Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 100 editions. The publisher will also be offering a new Fathom print by Mike DeBalfo and Peter Steigerwald (Limited to 75), and two new Executive Assistant: Iris prints by Elizabeth Torque (Limited to 50).

Aspen encourages fans to check out the release of Legend of the Shadow Clan #1 for only $1 on February 6th.

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Aspen Comics to Offer a Second Special Fathom Holiday 2012 Print

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On the heels of selling out both the color and sketch versions of their Aspen Holiday 2012 mini-print quicker than expected, Aspen is pleased to offer one more free Aspen Holiday mini print for purchases as well as a full-size print available for sale this December to satisfy demand. With a brand new piece of art by Soulfire’s Mike DeBalfo and colored by Peter Steigerwald, this rare Aspen Holiday image features Fathom’s popular leading lady, Aspen Matthews decked out for the season.

Starting December 1st, all orders over $50 on the AspenStore.com will receive this free Aspen Holiday 2012 mini-print with a limited print run of 150 editions, and all orders over $150 will receive a special sketch-version edition with a limited quantity of 50 editions. Aspen strongly encourages customers to make their purchases early to ensure they receive their prints with order while supplies last.

Debuting December 10th, the full-size edition of the Aspen Holiday 2012 print will be available for sale on the Aspenstore and will be limited to 150 editions. For more information on the Aspen Holiday 2012 print please check www.aspenstore.com or www.aspencomics.com.

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Preview – Soulfire (Vol. 4) #3

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SOULFIRE (vol 4) #3

J.T. Krul – Story / Mike DeBalfo – Art / Nei Ruffino

Michael Turner’s epic fantasy adventure surges forward into a new era!

Infected by the poisonous sickness plaguing her body, Grace’s dragon manifestation of fire and chaos devastates the city of Rome, while Malikai and friends come to grips with the harsh reality that something unthinkable must be done in order to stop her. Meanwhile, Sarin’s rule begins to strain under the weight of his own agenda—as his decisions lead to deadly results for those closest to him!

From veteran SOULFIRE scribe J.T. Krul, and featuring the amazing art of Michael DeBalfo along with fan favorite colorist Nei Ruffino, this is the SOULFIRE tale three volumes in the making! New and returning fans will NOT want to miss out as the biggest SOULFIRE story ever told continues right here!

SOULFIRE (vol 4) #3 is in stores December 12th, 2012!

FC 32 pages $3.99

Aspen Comics Heads to Vegas

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Aspen Comics is heading to Sin City for the Las Vegas Comic Book Expo 2012. They’re bringing along several of their leading creators and artists. Frank Mastromauro, Peter Steigerwald, JT Krul and Mike DeBalfo will be available at the Aspen Comics Booth #401 both Saturday and Sunday to meet fans and sign autographs. Aspen artists Joe Benitez, Beth Sotelo and Nei Ruffino will also be attending the show at their respective tables.

Aspen is offering a Soulfire #2 Las Vegas Comic Book Expo 2012 exclusive cover featuring a special Vegas-themed cover by series artists Mike DeBalfo and Nei Ruffino, limited to only 300 copies. Fans can also pick up the red hot issue #1 at the booth as well to catch up to the brand new fourth volume currently underway.

Along with exclusive comics, Aspen will also be offering all new art prints featuring their most popular covers and characters, including Fathom, Soulfire, Lady Mechanika, Executive Assistant and more. The Soulfire #2 Las Vegas Comic Book Expo 2012 cover will also be available, limited to 75 editions.

Preview – Soulfire Vol. 4 #2

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SOULFIRE VOL. 4 #2

J.T. Krul-Story/ Mike Debalfo – Pencils/ Nei Ruffino – Colors/ Josh Reed – Letters
Covers by Mike DeBalfo and Nei Ruffino (A), Tony Parker and Peter Steigerwald (B), Mike DeBalfo (C ), and Mike DeBalfo and Nei Ruffino (D)

Whilst the city of Anantia is in the midst of war with itself and under the malicious rule of the new King Sarin,  evil things are afoot!

Can the dragons be save from their horrible fate, and will Grace succumb to the corrupted fury of Chaos that has invaded her mind? Will the Sethoru and Rathumi ever reconcile their differences?

Find out in the latest issue of Soulfire #2, in stores September 26th, 2012!

Preview – Soulfire (Vol. 4) #1

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SOULFIRE (vol 4) #1

J.T. Krul ­ Story / Mike DeBalfo ­ Art / Nei Ruffino

Michael Turner’s epic fantasy adventure surges forward into a new era!

The Bearer of the Light, Malikai, is back–alive and well with his closest friends. The balance of magic has been restored to the world, but there are still signs of a coming chaos – one greater than anything ever seen before.

The Master and his greatest teacher, Grace, has fought for the light and all that encompasses it her entire life, but when the darkness takes a hold of her in the process– the entire SOULFIRE universe will fall into jeopardy as Dark Grace emerges!

From veteran SOULFIRE scribe J.T. Krul, and featuring the Aspen debut of ultra-exciting artist Michael DeBalfo along with fan favorite colorist Nei Ruffino, this is the SOULFIRE tale three volumes in the making! New and returning fans will NOT want to miss out as the biggest SOULFIRE story ever told premieres right here!

SOULFIRE (vol 4) #1 is in stores August 1st, 2012!

Aspen Comics Heads To Phoenix Comicon

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Aspen Comics To Attend the Phoenix Comicon 2012

In their first appearance at the Phoenix Comicon 2012 on May 24-27th, Aspen Comics will be offering many new and exclusive books and prints along with a host of Aspen creators. In attendance at the Aspen Comics Booth #900 throughout the weekend will be creators Frank Mastromauro (Shrugged, Dellec), Peter Steigerwald (Lady Mechanika, Soulfire), Mark Roslan (Broken Pieces), J.T. Krul (Soulfire, Mindfield) and Joe Benitez (Lady Mechanika) at the Aspen Comics Booth, with Aspen artists Mike DeBalfo (Soulfire) and Tony Parker (Dead Man’s Run) also in attendance at the show in Artist’s Alley.

The publisher will be offering a special Fathom: Kiani #2 Phoenix Comicon 2012 cover by newly announced Soulfire Volume 4 artist and Arizona native Mike DeBalfo with colors by Beth Sotelo. The special Phoenix Comicon exclusive will be limited to only 500 copies and fans are encouraged to visit the Aspen Comics Booth early to secure their copy.

Aspen will also be offering a special Lady Mechanika #2 Outlaw Exclusive Edition that will be debuting at the show, featuring an all new cover by creator Joe Benitez and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 1500 copies. Fans are also strongly encouraged to arrive at the Aspen Comics Booth #900 early to ensure their copy.

An exciting new line of Aspen’s industry-leading art prints will be released at the show featuring the latest version of the Aspen Tour Print 2012 by Aspen founder and legend Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald. In addition to the Aspen Tour Print, the publisher will also be offering new prints featuring covers from popular titles such as Fathom, Soulfire, Lady Mechanika, Executive Assistant Iris and more.

For more information on the Phoenix Comicon please check www.phoenixcomicon.com. For more information on Aspen Comics please check www.aspencomics.com and www.aspenstore.com.

Aspen Comics Celebrates Free Comic Book Day 2012

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Aspen Comics will be commemorating the annual Free Comic Book Day by attending various events and signings all across the country. Aspen creators Peter Steigerwald, Vince Hernandez, Joe Benitez, Alex Konat, Mike DeBalfo, Oliver Nome, Tony Parker, JT Krul, David Wohl and David Schwartz will be celebrating the day with the release of the Worlds of Aspen 2012 Free Comic Book issue. The Worlds of Aspen 2012 issue will feature two never-before-seen Aspen properties, the supernatural teen action-adventure series Homecoming, by creators Michael Turner, David Wohl and Scott Lobdell and Idolized by David Schwartz. In addition to the all new stories, the Worlds of Aspen 2012 issue will offer a first glimpse at Aspen’s new series coming up including Zooniverse, Shrugged Volume 2, Charismagic: The Death Princess, and Aspen’s first ever ongoing series, Executive Assistant: Assassins. The Free Comic Book Day issue also includes previews of popular Aspen titles Fathom, Soulfire and will feature a special centerfold pinup of the red hot Aspen character Lady Mechanika. The complete list of Aspen’s creator signings for Free Comic Book Day 2012 follows:

4 COLOR FANTASIES
Vince Hernandez
11-4pm
7172 Archibald Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
(909) 563-8751

ACME COMICS EXPO – SAMURAI COMICS EAST
Tony Parker
11-5pm
1051 East Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 265-8886

COMIC BUG
Peter Steigerwald
David Wohl
JT Krul
David Schwartz
11-3pm
1807 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 372-6704

COMIX OASIS
Joe Benitez
11-5pm
6711 Allen Road
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 382-0700

COMICS TOONS N TOYS
Oliver Nome
11-2pm
13542 Newport Avenue
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-2117

DRAWN TO COMICS
Mike DeBalfo
12pm
5801 W Glendale Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 847-9090

 

GOLDEN APPLE COMICS
David Schwartz
3-5pm
7018 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 658-6047

 

RUPP’S COMICS
Alex Konat
11-5pm
335 North Ohio Ave
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 334-4959

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