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Shinobi: Ninja Princess Announces Free Webcomic

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Brett

Action Lab Entertainment’s popular coming of age action series, Shinobi: Ninja Princess is well into its run with issue 4 coming soon. Now, Series creator Martheus Wade is introducing new fans to the world of Shianndrea “Jetta” Toshigawa with a new tie in webcomic.

These 1-4 page webstories weave into and out of the existing 6 issue mini series published by Action Lab Entertainment. Each story will give readers more information on the characters and world of this martial arts adventure as well as serve as a gateway for new readers.

The stories mix the lighter side of the series and answers those burning questions fans have been asking for such as “how did the Azumi Ninja Clan get the contract to find Shianndrea Toshigawa in the first place?” and “What do young ninjas do to blow off steam?”

The free webisodes are available at the official Jetta website at http://toshigawa.com/

Action Lab Entertainment in January 2015

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Brett

DRYSPELL TPB

Writer(s): Ken Krekeler

Artist Name(s): Ken Krekeler

Cover Artist(s): Ken Krekeler

Tom Ferris is a forgotten button-down man in a world of super-heroes who streaking across the sky and hurl themselves over rooftops at night. They are commonplace. Each night, he lies awake though, wishing to be the man he was. Today, Tom gets his wish. And the world will never forget him again!

Collects the critically acclaimed engrossing four issue series.

128 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $14.99

FIGHT LIKE A GIRL # 3 (OF 4)

Writer(s): David Pinckney

Artist Name(s): Soo Lee

Cover Artist(s): Soo Lee

ROUND THREE! Amarosa has survived two grueling fights and now the stakes are even higher as she finds herself where she never dreamed she’d be: space! Her hands are full trying to survive and learn about herself, but it seems that everyone knows more about her then she does!

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99

HERALD: LOVECRAFT AND TESLA# 2 (of 3)

Writer(s): John Reilly

Artist Name(s): Tom Rogers (pencils), Dexter Weeks (ink, color, letters)

Cover Artist(s): Tom Rogers

Synopsis: After an unwanted guest threatens to derail the partnership before it begins, Tesla is told to find a copy of the Necronomicon at Brown University. Lovecraft’s former professor, however, has other ideas

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

HEROCATS OF STELLAR CITY TPB

Writer(s): Kyle Puttkammer

Artist Name(s): Marcus Williams, Ryan Sellers (i), Omaka Schultz (c), Briana Higgins (l)

Cover Artist(s): Marcus Williams

The cutest heroes on the planet have arrived! Meet the Hero Cats of Stellar City in this, their first spectacular graphic novel. Not your ordinary house cats, they’re a tactical action-packed covert team dealing with extraordinary threats to humanity in ways that will amaze.

96 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $11.99

HOLY F*CK #2

Writer(s): Nick Marino

Artist Name(s): Daniel Arruda Massa

Cover Artist(s): Daniel Arruda Massa (regular covers), Jerry Gaylord limited variant covers)

Zeus, Isis, and the rest of Earth’s mythological gods have a destructive plan to regain humanity’s worship. Will it work? Not if Jesus, Satan, and a nun named Maria have anything to say about it! (That is, if Jesus and Satan can keep their hormones under control long enough to mount an attack.) Includes two limited variant covers by Jerry Gaylord, limited to 1,500 copies each.

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

JACK HAMMER TPB

Writer(s): Brandon Barrows

Artist Name(s): Ionic

Cover Artist(s): Ionic

In Boston, powers are real, heroes are rare and Jack McGriskin is a private detective with a strong right arm and a nose for trouble. When a missing person he’s been hired to find turns up dead, he stumbles into a network of corruption stretching from the streets of Boston to the halls of Congress and the clues lead him back to a world he’d left behind. And just as things are starting to get back to normal, a new shadow falls across his path in the form of the mysterious Usurper. Collects Jack Hammer #1-4 and Jack Hammer: Usurper #1-2.

192 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $14.99

PIRATE EYE: EXILED FROM EXILE # 1(of 4)

Writer(s): Josiah Grahn

Artist Name(s): Carl Yonder

Cover Artist(s): Carl Yonder

An old enemy exposes a secret that forces Smitty to flee for his life. Now, with a price on his head on land and at sea, Smitty will have to survive long enough to find out what went wrong, how to make it right…and who is responsible. Variant painted cover by series artist Carl Yonder, limited to 1500 copies!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

PLANET GIGANTIC #4 (of 4)

Writer(s): Eric Grissom

Artist Name(s): David Halvorson

Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson

Valentina is reunited with MOTHER and together, along with Lyana and the rock-beast Ignatius, attempt a daring rescue of Yuri from within the dark heart of Castle Terror. Will they arrive in time? Or will the Queen steal his soul forever? Find out in the epic conclusion: Apocalypse Neva!

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99

PRINCELESS: THE PIRATE PRINCESS #1

Writer: Jeremy Whitley

Artists: Rosy Higgins and Ted Brandt

Cover Artists: Rosy Higgins and Ted Brandt, Variant cover by Soojin Paek

Princess Adrienne is back! This time Adrienne and Bedelia have found another young princess locked away in a tower and decided to rescue her. But Princess Raven is more than meets the eye and Adrienne may have finally met her match. The story that started in FCBD 2013 will finally be told with Limited Edition Variant cover by the original FCBD artist Soojin Paek.

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS #6 (OF 6)

Writer(s): Martheus Wade

Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (Art) Janet Wade (Colors)

Cover Artist(s): Martheus Wade

Captured and alone, Shianndrea is faced with the realization that the world may just be better off with her in the custody of her father. Meanwhile, Kim, Turra, and Ai conduct a suicide mission to rescue their friend. But is it enough to save them all?

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99

STRAY #1 (of 4)

Writer(s): Vito Delsante

Artist Name(s): Sean Izaakse

Color Artist(s): Ross Campbell / Simon Gough

Cover Artist(s): Mike Norton/Ben Hunzeker (reg), Khary Randolph (var)

The Doberman, one of the world’s greatest heroes, has been killed…but by whom? And where has his former sidekick, the Rottweiler, been? Will he avenge his mentor’s death? Limited-edition variant cover by Khary

Randolph, limited to 1500 copies

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

ZOMBIE TRAMP #7

Writer(s): Jason Martin, Dan Mendoza

Artist Name(s): Winston Young
Cover Artist(s): TMChu, Dan Mendoza (limited variant)

Risque variant cover (limited to 2500): TMChu

Artist variant cover (limited to 2000): Dan Mendoza

As Zombie Tramp makes her way through the Southwest, she stops for a bite at a local fast food chain. It seems that ordering off the menu at this chicken joint can land you in the nugget grinder though, so Janey will have to wield her budding necro powers well if she wants to stay undead!

Features a variant cover by Dan Mendoza (limited to 2000 copies) and a risqué variant cover (limited to 2500 copies).

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

ZOMBIE TRAMP VOLUME 3 TPB

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin

Artist Name(s): TMChu

Cover Artist(s): TMChu

Zombie Tramp begins her new ongoing adventures, learning more about her growing supernatural abilities while traveling the seedier streets the US has to offer… and what better place to start off than Sin City! But can Janey survive her encounter with the “King” of the Las Vegas sex trade?

Collects the first four issues of the wildly popular sexy and dangerous new ongoing series.

128 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $14.99

Preview: Shinobi: Ninja Princess #2

Posted on October 8, 2014 by Brett

SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS #2

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (Pencils, Inks, Colors) Marvin Chevealier (color assists)
Cover Artist: Tressina Bowling
32 pgs./ FC/ All Ages
$3.99

After successfully completing her first mission, Shianndrea is allowed to accompany Kim on reconnaissance to New Tokyo in order to spy on the Azumi Ninja Clan. Things can’t be better! However, just when things are getting cozy between the two ninja, Ai joins the mission, making these three ninja a crowd.

Action Lab in December 2014

Posted on September 23, 2014 by Brett

CRIMSON SOCIETY #4

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo

Jack’s past meets his present, and his recently “upgraded” curse is put to the test as he and his allies are caught on the wrong side of town. When an all-out attack threatens what matters most to Jack, can he rise to the challenge?

32 pgs. / Mature Readers / FC $3.99

EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #3

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford

The conclusion to Everything and Small Doses is here. The final battle with the time-jumping assassin monkey Mister Everything is fought. The discovery of what he was after, and his secret past are revealed. Dominika’s plans to find a portal come to fruition as our heroes, Gabe and Whispers, fight for their very lives!

32 pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99

THE F1RST HERO

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder

Everyone who manifests superpowers goes insane and becomes a threat to society… except for Jake Roth. When Jake manifests superpowers but somehow keeps his sanity, he must decide whether or not to put himself at risk by using his new abilities to help people or do nothing and save himself while innocent people around him get hurt. From war-torn Afghanistan to the streets of South Philadelphia, it’s an all-out fight for survival for The F1rst Hero!

128 pgs ./Teen / FC $14.99

FIGHT LIKE A GIRL # 2 (of 4)

Writer(s): David Pinckney
Artist Name(s): Soo Lee
Cover Artist(s): Soo Lee

ROUND 2! Amarosa has survived her first trial but the next may be more than she can handle. Amarosa will confront a fear she had lost but has regained in a new fashion as she braves a fight against a colossal robot responsible for the eradication of the human race.

32 pgs. /Teen / FC $3.99

HERALD: LOVECRAFT AND TESLA #1

Writer(s): John Reilly
Artist Name(s): Tom Rogers, Dexter Weeks
Cover Artist(s): Tom Rogers, Colin Dyer (variant cover)

When Nikola Tesla’s fiancée, Amelia Earhart, steals a dangerous prototype engine for a trans-Atlantic flight, Tesla seeks out the interdimensional expertise of HP Lovecraft to save her. Lovecraft, however, has problems of his own as he investigates the identity of Cthulhu’s Herald. Variant cover by Colin Dyer, limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs. /Teen / FC $3.99

HEROCATS OF STELLAR CITY #3

Writer(s): Kyle Puttkammer
Artist Name(s): Marcus Williams, Ryan Sellers, Omaka Schultz
Cover Artist(s): Marcus Williams

What does it really take to be a Hero Cat? Find out as Ace leads Cassiopeia through
some long overdue training. Will she survive the journey from civilian to soldier? Action Lab’s newest hit prowls on!

32 pgs. /All Ages / FC $3.99

ITTY BITTY BUNNIES IN RAINBOW PIXIE CANDYLAND TPB

Writer(s): Dean Rankine
Artist Name(s): Dean Rankine
Cover Artist(s): Dean Rankine

Take some time for an adventure to a magical world with two cute bunnies–two foul mouthed, drug using, butt-naked bunnies that go on adorably offensive, insultingly hilarious adventures! Your journey into off color fun begins here, with this mix of Adventure Time and underground comix!

Collects the first three special issues from Dean Rankine’s unhinged cartooning masterwork.

32pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

PLANET GIGANTIC #3 (of 4)

Writer(s): Eric Grissom
Artist Name(s): David Halvorson, Phil Sloan
Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson

Yuri is confronted by a past foe as Valentina and Lyana square off against a giant
centipede. Also in this issue: Lyana the Seeker journeys to the underwater wreck of a
grand skyship. When she arrives, she soon realizes there is more than treasure buried
there.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS #5 (of 6)

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (pencils and inks), Gene Faye (Colorist)
Cover Artist: Tressina Bowling

Tesuto: As the fists, feet and swords fly during Shianndrea’s Masters Test, the Azumi Ninja locate the Toshigawa stronghold and attack. A huge battle ensues and Shianndrea is confronted by the evil Kokoro. With Kim, Gaudient and the rest of the Toshigawa Masters busy defending the stronghold, it’s up to Hamasuke and Shianndrea to defend themselves against the leader of the Azumi Ninja.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

HOLY F*CK #1

Writer(s): Nick Marino
Artist Name(s): Daniel Arruda Massa
Cover Artist(s): Daniel Arruda Massa (regular and limited variant covers)

Why is a nun barging into a seedy Tokyo karaoke bar in the middle of the night to find a sleazy naked man smoking meth? Because that man is Jesus, and Sister Maria needs him to help her and Satan stop humanity’s mythological gods from f*cking up the Earth. Includes two limited variant covers limited to 1,500 copies each, and ask your local retailer if they will be offering one of our limited edition store exclusive mythological god covers.

32pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99

SOUTHERN DOG TPB

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

When awkward high school teen Jasper Dixon sustains an injury during a hunting excursion with his family, his infected wolf bite combined with the hormonal changes of puberty triggers a disturbing physical transformation. Now he’s forced to confront his Deep South upbringing and monsters far worse than what he’s become!

Collects the critically acclaimed four issue series and features a cover by Riley Rossmo (Image Comics Drumhellar).

32pgs./ Mature Readers / FC $3.99

ZOMBIE TRAMP# 6

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): TBA
Cover Artist(s): TMChu, Dan Mendoza (limited variant)
Risque variant cover (limited to 2000): TMChu
Artist variant cover (limited to 1500): Dan Mendoza

When you’re the street walking dead, you never know what kind of situations you may find yourself in from town to town. This time Zombie Tramp may regret her choice of locals as she’s drawn into an underground fight club. Grab your spurs, it’s time for a honky-tonk beat down! Features a variant cover by Dan Mendoza (limited to 1500 copies) and a risqué variant cover (limited to 2000 copies).

32pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

Action Lab Entertainment in November 2014

Posted on August 31, 2014 by Brett

CRIMSON SOCIETY #3

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo

Jack’s past meets his present, and his recently “upgraded” Werewolf curse is put to the test. When an all-out zombie attack threatens not just Jack, but his human girlfriend and new vampire ally, can he wield the mysterious Constantine Technology to save those that matter most to him?

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

DRYSPELL #4

Writer(s): Ken Krekeler
Artist Name(s): Ken Krekeler
Cover Artist(s): Ken Krekeler

Everything has gone to crap. One week ago, Tom Ferris worked in an office. Today, two of his costumed team members are dead, the bank job has failed, and he finds himself racing toward the last person in the city who can help him. But the Black Baron still has a few secrets left hidden… and the time has come to show them off. The conclusion has come. The Dry Spell is over. And the city will never forget him again.

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #2

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford

Everyone’s favorite assassin monkey Mister Everything’s shrouded history begins to unravel as Mindwolf fights for her right to party…and stay alive! PLUS: Aaron and crew are captured and interrogated at the hands of unknown enemies! PLUS, PLUS: Death–horrible, tear-inducing death–awaits in a shocking scene so shocking it shocked us!

The Free Comic Book Day-featured title continues!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

THE F1RST HERO #4

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder

The streets of Philadelphia have been turned into a war zone with Jake Roth standing at ground zero. All Jake wants now is to get home in one piece. But how will the extrahumans who saved him from being captured by the authorities react if he rejects an offer to join their insanity-fuelled revolution? The climatic final issue of Volume 1 of The F1rst Hero is here!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

FIGHT LIKE A GIRL # 1(of 4)

Writer(s): David Pinckney
Artist Name(s): Soo Lee
Cover Artist(s): Soo Lee

Standing before a jury of nine gods, Amarosa pleads for a chance to risk her life and gain entry to the Wishing Well where she will attempt to fight her way through and survive nine trials to claim her prize: a single wish that will save her terminally-ill brother. Another Action Lab hit in the making!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

ITTY BITTY BUNNIES IN RAINBOW PIXIE CANDYLAND: COCK FIGHT

Writer(s): Dean Rankine
Artist Name(s): Dean Rankine
Cover Artist(s): Dean Rankine

The bunnies are back! And when Phil and Tyrone stumble into a post-apocalyptic illegal cock-fighting ring they will need all the drug-fueled stupid they can muster to survive their latest off-color adventure! In the grand tradition of excessive Hollywood schlock comes… Itty Bitty Bunnies in Rainbow Pixie Candy Land : COCK FIGHT! Also available in a limited “movie poster” variant cover, limited to 2,000 copies.

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

JACK HAMMER: USURPER #2( of 2)

Writer(s): Brandon Barrows
Artist Name(s): Ionic
Cover Artist(s): Ionic

Betrayed, bloody and mad as hell, it’s Jack’s turn to go on the hunt, sucking chest wound or no. But Jack hasn’t even met the man called Usurper face-to-face and he’s already fighting for his life. With both Jack and Ramona’s lives on the line, who’ll go down for the count?

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

MIDNIGHT TIGER TPB

Writer(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Artist Name(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Cover Artist(s): Ray-Anthony Height

Young Gavin Shaw is granted the power to do what local law enforcement and the superhero community cannot–save his city from itself. As Midnight Tiger (because he can only patrol the city after midnight), Gavin begins his assault on the gangs and drug dealers running the streets of Apollo Bay an eventually ends up expanding his world in ways he never imagined.

128 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $14.99

PLANET GIGANTIC #2

Writer(s): Eric Grissom
Artist Name(s): David Halvorson, Will Perkins
Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson (reg), Jerry Gaylord (var)

When Queen Neva takes Yuri and Valentina prisoner, she puts them to work in the infamous Blood Mines of Woodmere. Meanwhile, Neva and her dark sorcerer Narog devise a plot to steal their power. Also in this issue: A steadfast messenger must carry the fate of the war across an unforgiving landscape!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

SCUM OF THE EARTH TPB

Writer(s): Mark Bertolini
Artist Name(s): Rob Croonenborghs
Cover Artist(s): Rob Croonenborghs

Meet Laura and True – two bourbon-toasted gunslingers caught between hardcore scores and soul depraved rehab! Dirty, violent and simple, or so it seems… the pair’s desert road trip of carnage and courtship may just take a cosmic turn when a mysterious figure begins to tail them on their explosive journey.
Collects the entire explosive 3 issue grindhouse series.

96 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $11.99

SHINOBI:NINJA PRINCESS #4

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade, Janed Wade
Cover Artist: Johanna Tamminen

Oni 鬼 (Demon): After the escape of Shianndrea and her team in New Tokyo, the Oni sets his sights on the southern security outpost of the Toshigawa Clan. Master Gaudient chooses a team to assist their fellow ninja but orders Ai and Shianndrea to stay behind. The girls make the risky decision to join the battle anyway. Meanwhile, Hamasuke’s anger from being “overshadowed” could prove to be the downfall of the Toshigawa Clan.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

SOUTHERN DOG #4

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

The growing conflict between the KKK and the elusive beast comes to a head when Jasper attends a party to see Zoe, only to reveal his transformation after getting beat up. With Jasper’s successful capture, the confrontation falls on Bill when the beast’s identity is finally revealed to the Klan. Featuring series covers by red-hot artist Riley Rossmo (Drumhellar)!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

ZOMBIE TRAMP# 5

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): Dennis Budd
Cover Artist(s): Dennis Budd, TMChu/Dan Mendoza

Janey, our titular Zombie Tramp, is back on the road. When a simple pit stop at a desert biker bar attracts unwanted attention, she quickly finds herself tested yet again… by a monster more powerful then her?! Supernatural bar fighting, and blacktop dueling in a bikini and leather gear – it’s just another day for Zombie Tramp. Includes a variant cover (limited to 1,500 copies) and a risqué variant, limited to 2,000 copies, by Dennis Budd!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

Preview: Shinobi: Ninja Princess #1

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Brett

SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS #1

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (Pencils and Inks) Marvin Cheveallier (Color assists) Janet Wade (Ink assists) Kevin Williams (Copy Edit)
Cover Artist(s): Martheus Wade (Main Cover) Tressa Bowling (Variant Cover) Limited to 1500 copies
32 pgs./ FC/ All Ages
$3.99 (reg.) /$4.99 (var.)

14 year-old ninja princess Shianndrea Toshigawa and her strike team have a new mission: spy on their rivals, the Azumi Ninja Clan, and discover what secret dealings they have with the evil Emperor of Japan. But when the plan goes awry and fellow ninja Hamasuke is captured, can Shianndrea overcome her lack of confidence and save him before it’s too late?

Variant cover limited to 1,500 copies!

Review: Shinobi Ninja Princess #1

Posted on August 27, 2014 by

In Shinobi by Martheus Wade and published by Action Lab, 14 year-old ninja princess Shianndrea Toshigawa and her strike team have a new mission: spy on their rivals, the Azumi Ninja Clan, and discover what secret dealings they have with the evil Emperor of Japan. But when the plan goes awry and fellow ninja Hamasuke is captured, can Shianndrea overcome her lack of confidence and save him before it’s too late?

Although the image of ninjas which we know is one which was made up for Japanese theater, it is nonetheless one which stays with us. They were not shrouded in all-black and many other aspects of what we think that we know of them in modern culture is also somewhat incorrect. It is fairly common in comics that ninjas have the same general appearance, if it is the Hand or the Foot Clan. Shinobi: Ninja Princess is not even particularly new in terms of its inaccuracies. Despite no evidence of such a role ever existing, there is not really such a thing as a ninja princess, but the idea of ninja princess is evident in many instances in the genre.

In terms of what the creative team has put together here though all of this is irrelevant. Lacking an original story, the writer has put his own spin on the sub-genre here, writing some characters that are a bit more engaging than the average ninja. The reason is that the focus here is not on stealthy assassination, but almost a coming-of-age story. There is a younger focus to this story, not necessarily in the demographic readership, but the story is full of playfulness. This is mostly between the characters, but it is written in a way which allows the reader to partake in the fun as well. At the same time the art is a perfect complement to the story as it focuses on a fun and almost sassy style for the lead heroine Shinobi.

The end result is a decent read. It is not going to compete with some of the heavy hitters in the medium, in either concept or characterization, but it is not trying to either. It seems as though the creative team is just trying to tell a fun story, and they have mostly succeeded. This story might be one that parents might want to invest in for their kids. The story would be fun enough for parent and child alike, achieving that uncommon bridge between generations.

Story and Art: Martheus Wade
Story: 7.3 Art: 8.0 Overall: 7.8 Recommendation: Read

Action Lab provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

Action Lab in October 2014

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Brett

CRIMSON SOCIETY #2

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo

As Jack attempts to discover more about the “Constaine Technology,” the mysterious nanotech augmentation to his arms that tends to kill vampires on sight, he finds a possible ally in his quest. But will Romules, the vampire torture specialist, throw a wrench in their plans?

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #2

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford

Things in the snow heat up for our heroes as the dimension-jumping assassin-monkey Mister Everything draws closer to Mindwolf and her reluctant compatriots. Meanwhile, in a parallel universe, Gabe and Mr. Whispers discover shocking revelations about their secret past from Aaron and crew! Don’t miss this one, folks!

The Free Comic Book Day-featured title continues!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

THE F1RST HERO #3

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder

Using his new powers to save the life of a troubled young extrahuman has landed Jake Roth in the middle of an armed stand-off with the police and the army’s Extrahuman Task Force. How could things get any worse? Wait until you see who comes to Jake’s rescue!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

HERO CATS #2

Writer(s): Kyle Puttkammer
Artist Name(s): Marcus Williams, Ryan Sellers, Omaka Schultz
Cover Artist(s): Marcus Williams

Would you like to play a game? Duty calls as the Hero Cats defend Stellar City against Johnny Arcado’s dangerous digitized minions. But in this game there is no reset button!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

MIDNIGHT TIGER #4

Writer(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Artist Name(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Cover Artist(s): Ray-Anthony Height

This is it–Midnight Tiger‘s final showdown with Powerstone to decide the future of Apollo Bay! However, if Detective Fife and the rest of the Apollo Bay PD get there first, neither one of them will be left standing!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

PLANET GIGANTIC #1

Writer(s): Eric Grissom
Artist Name(s): David Halvorson
Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson (reg), Jerry Gaylord (var)

When two genetically-engineered teenagers crash-land on a strange planet, they must learn to rely on themselves and their still-developing powers as they face down a giant rock monster. Also in this issue: Lyana the Seeker braves a cursed tomb in search of the fabled Eye
of the Sun. Variant cover by Jerry Gaylord, limited to 2,000 copies!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

SCUM OF THE EARTH #3

Writer(s): Mark Bertolini
Artist Name(s): Rob Croonenborghs
Cover Artist(s): Rob Croonenborghs

Turns out True, the bourbon fueled psycho killer, is actually an alien in possession of the coveted stolen galactic artifact known as the Starheart, and Karth, the intergalactic bounty hunter hot on its trail, is also True’s brother. Can the two cosmic siblings work out their issues, or will they unleash universal destruction upon us all?

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

SHINOBI:NINJA PRINCESS #3

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade, Marvin Chevealier, Janed Wade
Cover Artist: Johanna Tamminen

Rekishi 歴史(History): When Ninja Master Jubei sees that Shianndrea is upset over the revelation of Kim and Ai’s romantic relationship, he tellsher the story of her ancestor, Yamoto Toshigawa, the Princess Tokuhime and their fight against the all powerful Oni named Dagamon. Meanwhile, Hamasuke makes plans to win back his honor and become the hero he feels he should be.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

SOUTHERN DOG #3

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

Burdened by balancing his emerging lycanthropic tendencies, high school, and a home life that includes a KKK member father, Jasper confides in his mom his dark secret, and also shares with her news of a budding romance with Zoe—an African-American girl at school. Can anything diffuse the powder keg that his life is fast becoming? Featuring series covers by red-hot artist Riley Rossmo (Drumhellar)!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

ZOMBIE TRAMP# 4

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): TMChu
Cover Artist(s): TMChu
The new hit series concludes its first gonzo story arc with a battle royale at the Grand Canyon!
Our undead anti-heroine turned slave-bride Zombie Tramp battles “The King” for her right to shamble on down the road, and not be eternally shackled to a rotting bloated man-pig…thankyouverymuch! Features a “risqué” variant cover limited to 2,000 copies!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

VAMPLETS: HOWLISS- WEREWOLF BABY PLUSH

The sweetest most docile baby with a dangerous twist…This terrifyingly cute werewolfling will always keep you guessing, since at this age Howliss transforms without warning! You will never know when this sweet baby might turn into your worst nightmare.

Your Warning: When transformation occurs you will need numerous large scratching posts that can be placed throughout your home and a large bone for teething and clawing. Once again a sturdy cage this time with silver bars would be highly recommended for werewolflings are allergic to silver and this will calm him down instantly.

The Gloomvanian Adoption Center will only be releasing a small number of babies into the mortal world. The management takes no responsibility for any mayhem and destruction caused by your baby, and suggests strongly that you do not adopt one.

You have been warned.

Retail Price: $19.99

VAMPLETS: LILY ROSE SHADOWLYN VAMPYRE BABY PLUSH

Lily Rose Shadowlyn is surprisingly well behaved for a baby Vampyre. She plays well and shares with others, not a trait normally found in Vamplets. Although Lily Rose is sweet she has a dark side. She will smile and hug you then bite you thinking nothing is wrong with that. If she appears exceptionally sweet and loving…be careful when approaching her! She can fly into fits of rage when denied her hugs and “Vampyre kisses” which can be lethal! At all times have on hand a jar of Poison Black Apple Sauce…unsweetened. This is her favorite treat and should calm her down immediately.

You have been warned.

Retail Price: $19.99

VAMPLETS: OCTAVIA-CYCLOPS BABY PLUSH

A delightfully frightening toddler who will grow to GIGANTIC proportions…Cyclops like to keep their eye on everyone and everything. If you try to suppress Octavia’s inquisitive nature, she will quickly anger, and the full impact of her tremendous strength might lead to the destruction of everything in her path.

Your Warning: For the poor mortal who invites this baby into their home, if angered quickly place Octavia in a Cyclops proof cage (which is usually what we recommend for all of our mischievous little darlings from the Nightmare Nursery) otherwise her tremendous strength may quickly demolish your domicile.

You have been warned.

Retail Price: $19.99

VAMPLETS: ROARI SNOW- ABOMINABLE SNOWBABY PLUSH

Endearing and horribly wild… Roari never sits still, bounding with horrific ape-like agility and strength! If you love never-ending physical activity such as running for your life, then you will know true delight and endless dismay when you invite this hyperactive baby into your home.

Your Warning: She wants to be the center of attention and you had best make sure she is. We have no idea of any means to pacify her since there have been no survivors of an Abominable Snowbaby rampage.

You have been warned

Retail Price: $19.99

VAMPLETS: THUS UNDEAD PET SOCIETY #1

Writer(s): Gayle Middleton and Dave Dwonch
Artist Name(s): Amada Coronado (p), David Dwonch (i) Bill Blankenship (c)
Cover Artist(s): Amanda Coronado (a), Bill Blankenship (c)

The Legend of the Ghost Pony begins here in this terrifyingly sweet installment from Hasbro designer/illustrator of My Little Pony Gayle Middleton! Ghost Ponies have been the harbingers of the weird for years. Whenever they appear, creatures near have disappeared, never to return. Where do they come from? What is their terrible secret? And what is the Ghost Pony’s connection to a vampyre baby named Lily Rose Shadowlyn? Find out in this all new adventure! Variant cover by Gayle Middleton herself (limited to 1000 copies!).

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99 (reg)/ $4.99 (Var)

Action Lab in September 2014

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Brett

CRIMSON SOCIETY#1

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo (r), Daniel Logan (v)

In the very near future, supernatural beings live among humans in peace, yet Jack Crimson finds his life as a werewolf frustrating, and wants nothing more than a cure. Desperate to free himself from this curse, he makes a series of decisions leading him down an unexpected path. Join Jack as he makes his way through this dark new world. Features a variant cover by Daniel Logan (Ghost Town), limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

DRYSPELL # 3 (Bi-Monthly)

Writer(s): Ken Krekeler
Artist Name(s): Ken Krekeler
Cover Artist(s): Ken Krekeler

The stage is set. Tom Ferris, once little more than an office drone, is about to return to the man he once was. Side-by-side with masks and costumes, he has calculated a grand return to the limelight of his yesteryear. His entourage assembled, his target marked, his city is calling to him. It watches and waits for the black.
32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #1

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford (reg), Jerry Gaylord (var)

Action Lab’s underground hit series returns! Time-jumping assassin monkeys, an evil military super-force, and paranormal ex-lovers plague Gabriel Ehmm and his blood-bound talking feline Mr. Whispers in this eye-smashing, brain-messer of a sequel entitled; Everything and Small Doses. Features a variant cover by Jerry Gaylord, limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

THE F1RST HERO # 2 (OF 4)

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder (standard cover), Ray-Anthony Height (variant)

Back on American soil, Jake settles into his normal life. But when the police attempt a violent takedown on a teen extrahuman, will Jake endanger that normal life and use his own powers to save the boy? Or will he keep quiet and abandon the youth to his grisly fate? Variant cover by Ray-Anthony Height (Midnight Tiger and Marvel’s: Fear Itself, Spider-Girl) limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

JACK HAMMER: USURPER #1 (OF 2) (Bi-Monthly)

Writer(s): Brandon Barrows
Artist Name(s): Ionic
Cover Artist(s): Ionic

Just as things are starting to get back to normal for Jack McGriskin and friends, a new shadow falls across their path… and lands squarely on Ramona! A mystery man stalks her through the streets of Boston, but is she his target or only a means to an end?

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

MIDNIGHT TIGER #3 (Now a monthly series)

Writer(s): DeWayne Feenstra, Ray-Anthony Height
Artist Name(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Cover Artist(s): Ray-Anthony Height (Marvel: Fear Itself, Spider-girl, Image: Noble Causes)

Gavin has to shake down an old friend for some intel, but may end up going too far. Unfortunately for Gavin, Powerstone and the Apollo Bay Police Department are on the hunt…and it’s Midnight Tiger season!

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99

MISHKA AND THE SEA DEVIL HC

Writer(s): Xenia Pamfil
Artist Name(s): Xenia Pamfil
Cover Artist(s): Xenia Pamfil

Eleven days trapped on a mysterious island. Eleven chapters drawn in eleven different styles. One incredible artist. After a chance encounter at sea, fisherman Mishka washes ashore on an uncharted island. Surrounded by monsters and worse, can Mishka survive long enough to solve the mystery of the Sea Devil and return home? Join her, Captain Furball and Admiral Ghost on the adventure of their lives!

100 pgs./Teen/ FC $24.99

SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS #2 (OF 6)

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (Pencils, Inks, Colors) Marvin Chevealier (color assists)
Cover Artist: Tressina Bowling

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99

SKYWARD VOL.4: SINS OF THE FATHER

Writer(s): Jeremy Dale
Artist Name(s): Jeremy Dale
Cover Artist(s): Jeremy Dale

Jeremy Dale and Action Lab proudly present the fourth volume of the smash-hit, SKYWARD! In the wake of the Battle at Three Rivers, it’s certain that new alliances must be formed to withstand the armies of the Brother Kings. Enter: The Berserkers! Continuing the fantastic action-fantasy epic from CGS 2013 Breakthrough Creator and Harvey Award nominee Jeremy Dale (G.I. Joe, Marvel Kapow!), following the thrilling tale of Quinn and his dog, Jack– as we travel ever further into the strangeness of the unknown! Collects Skyward #10-12!

96 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $9.99

SOUTHERN DOG #2 (OF 4)

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

After revealing his involvement with the KKK, Jasper’s farther forces him to confront a bully from school through violent tactics. Refusing to participate, Jasper fleas the scene only to succumb to another “episode” as the beast inside of him resurfaces. Unable to fight it, Jasper suddenly finds himself in the middle of his town’s racial war. Featuring series covers by red-hot artist Riley Rossmo (Drumhellar)!

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

ZOMBIE TRAMP #3

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): TMChu
Cover Artist(s): TMChu

Zombie Tramp has fallen in with the wrong crowd in her adventure to Las Vegas… specifically, the undead clutches of the king of Sin City’s sex trade. Now she’s being forced to wed the jump-suited monster of a man in a private ceremony at the Grand Canyon! But in this unholy wedding, “Til death” is just the start. Features a “risqué” variant cover limited to 2,000 copies!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

Action Lab in August 2014

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Brett

BO, PLUSHY GANSTA: KINGDOM OF BO TPB

Writer(s): Pavel Balabanov
Artist Name(s): Pavel Balabanov
Cover Artist(s): Pavel Balabanov

Are the legends of Bo, the “teddy bear” gangsta, true? And, did we just say teddy bear gangsta?! You’re about to find out– when the soul of Gardia City’s toughest gangsta gets imbued in a plushy bear by a voodoo priestess. It’s Scarface meets Ted in this over-the-top video game style urban epic. Collects Bo Plushy Gangsta # 1-4.

128 Pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $14.99

THE F1RST HERO #1 (of 4)

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder (reg), Jamal Igle (var)

The entire world knows the stark reality: everyone who manifests superpowers goes insane and becomes a threat to society. So, when Jake Roth develops superpowers but somehow keeps his sanity, he must decide whether to put himself at risk by using his powers to help people or do nothing and save himself while innocent people around him get hurt. Cover by Lee Moder, with a variant by Jamal Igle (Supergirl, Molly Danger) limited to 1500 copies!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/ $4.99 Variant

HERO CATS OF STELLAR CITY

Writer(s): Kyle Puttkammer
Artist Name(s): Marcus Williams
Cover Artist(s): Marcus Williams (reg and var)

Avengers and Justice League move over! The cutest heroes on the planet have arrived! Meet the Hero Cats of Stellar City in this spectacular first issue. Not your ordinary house cats, they’re a tactical action-packed covert team dealing with extraordinary threats to humanity in ways that will amaze. Variant fold-out cover limited to 2,000 copies!

32 pgs./ Kids, All Ages/ FC $3.99/ $4.99 Variant

ITTY BITTY BUNNIES IN RAINBOW PIXIE CANDYLAND: SAVE X-MAS #1

Writer(s): Dean Rankine
Artist Name(s): Dean Rankine
Cover Artist(s): Dean Rankine (reg and var)

Itty Bitty Bunnies creator and cartoonist extraordinaire Dean Rankine lives down under, where Christmas is celebrated in the summer, so it makes perfect sense for his depraved creations to go on a holiday adventure now stateside. It also makes sense to the Bunnies to cook up a big batch of meth to help fund their Yuletide activities! Also available in a “Tickle Me Tyrone gift” variant cover, limited to 1500 copies!

32 pgs./ Mature Readers / FC $3.99/ $4.99 Variant

MIDNIGHT TIGER #2 (of 4)

Writer(s): DeWayne Feenstra, Ray-Anthony Height
Artist Name(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Cover Artist(s): Ray-Anthony Height

Gavin learns the hard way to be careful what you wish for when he finally comes face to face with P. Stone! Fortunately, he’ll have some unexpected help from the folks who’ve been keeping an eye on him since the beginning of what could be the shortest crime-fighting career Apollo Bay history.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (Pencils and Inks) Marvin Cheveallier (Color assists) Janet Wade
(Ink assists) Kevin Williams (Copy Edit)
Cover Artist(s): Martheus Wade (reg) Tressa Bowling (var) Limited to 1500 copies

Jishin 自信 (Confidence): 14 year-old ninja princess Shianndrea Toshigawa and her strike team have a new mission: spy on their rivals, the Azumi Ninja Clan, and discover what secret dealings they have with the evil Emperor of Japan. But when the plan goes awry and fellow ninja Hamasuke is captured, can Shianndrea overcome her lack of confidence and save him before it’s too late? Variant cover limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs./ Children and Teens/ FC $3.99/ $4.99 Variant

SCUM OF THE EARTH #2 (Bimonthly)

Writer(s): Mark Bertolini
Artist Name(s): Rob Croonenborghs
Cover Artist(s): Rob Croonenborghs

Now that True has been outed as more than a bourbon-fueled psycho killer, can he and his partner in crime Laura fend off an intergalactic bounty hunter? And just who is this alien hunter, and what’s his connection to True? Mind blowing cosmic revelations, guns, blood, and twists ahead!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

SKYWARD #12

Writer(s): Jeremy Dale
Artist Name(s): Jeremy Dale
Cover Artist(s): Jeremy Dale (reg), Darwyn Cooke (var) Limited to 1500 copies

Celebrating its first full year, SKYWARD is thrust into new lands with new peoples, creatures…and distractions? In the midst of a changing land, our heroes find that the Battle of Three Rivers was only the beginning of a brand new conflict! This issue also features a LIMITED Edition variant cover (1500 copies) by DARWYN COOKE (Parker, DC’s New Frontier)!

32 pgs./ Children and Teens/ FC $3.99/ $4.99 Variant

SOUTHERN DOG #1

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo (reg), Mehdi Cheggour (var)

When awkward high school teen Jasper Dixon conceals an injury sustained during a hunting excursion with his family, his infected wolf bite combined with the hormonal changes of puberty triggers a disturbing physical transformation. Now he’s forced to confront his Deep South upbringing and monsters far worse than what he’s become! Featuring a regular cover by Riley Rossmo (Drumhellar), and a Limited Edition (1500 copies) werewolf variant by Mehdi Cheggour (Enormous)!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

ZOMBIE TRAMP Vol. 3 #2

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): TMChu
Cover Artist(s): TMChu (reg and var)

As Zombie Tramp stirs up trouble in Sin City she catches the attention of its most legendary resident, The King! The problem is he “left the building” three decades ago–so what kind of undead monster sits on the throne now? It’s a buffet of all out high-stakes reanimated action! Also available in an alternate ‘risque’ cover limited to 2000 copies.

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/ $4.99 Variant