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Dark Skullkickers Dark #1 in June

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This June, Image Comics beats a horse to death and you’re all invited to watch! It’s a new comic that’s not new at all… but it is dark. “How dark?” you ask? It’s so dark Image had to use the word twice – Dark Skullkickers Dark!

Image’s PR and Marketing Director Jennifer de Guzman said:

This may be the worst thing we’ve ever done. It’s a pale reflection of the industry’s need to spin rebooted series through endless hype, turning the crazed hamster wheel of entertainment promotion until it’s fallen apart. Good-bye, integrity.

Dark Skullkickers Dark #1, written by old industry pariah Jim Zub and drawn by young pencil jockey Edwin Huang, wraps up the fourth story arc of Skullkickers, the series people keep saying they’ve heard about but haven’t had a chance to try yet but, dangit, they will at some point if they see the collections on sale or something.

If you’re one of the few and proud collectors of Skullkickers irritated that you won’t have aSkullkickers #23 to add to your collection, fret thee not. In addition to the regular “Dark Dark” cover Image is offering a special “issue #23 variant” B cover to keep your collection copasetic. They’re looking out for you, baby.

Skullkickers is All-New, Secret in May

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This May, Image Comics forces you to wonder why we keep pushing this silly comic book over and over again in a new adjective-laden comic called– The All-New Secret Skullkickers!

“We can’t stop now. It… it has a life of its own. This reboot-itis has permeated our souls,” said Image PR and Marketing Director Jennifer de Guzman. “I hated it at first but now it feels kind of good. Warm… safe… In a darkened world full of uncertainty it’s all we have left.”

The All-New Secret Skullkickers #1, written by promotional broken record Jim Zub and drawn by innocent mp3 Edwin Huang, continues the epic six-arc Skullkickers storyline on a haunted island of mystery, apes and rampant violence. It’s good.

“At this rate I figure we’re still a couple months away from using up any goodwill I might have built up in this industry,” said series creator Jim Zub. “This is the kind of thing that can happen when you let creators write their own press releases.”

If you’re a diehard collector of Skullkickers who’s sad that you won’t have a Skullkickers #22 to add to your collection, fret no longer. In addition to the regular “All-New Secret” cover we’re offering a special “issue #22 variant” B cover to make sure your numbers stay in order. You can tell everyone you started reading “before they became horrible sell-outs.”

“We’re sick. We can’t help it. Comic price guide makers will curse this stupid string of title changes for the rest of their natural lives.” The All-New Secret Skullkickers #1 will be available in May wherever fine comics are sold. Pre-order it now from the March issue of Previews and stop the hurting.

 

Skullkickers gets “Mighty”

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BEST PRESS RELEASE THIS WEEK! – Brett

This April, Image Comics invites readers to keep jumping on board action and adventure with a big ol’ adjective shuffle in – The Mighty Skullkickers! Continuing their needling of a certain publisher.

“After twenty issues of critically-acclaimed bone-busting adventure, we felt it was important to re-remind retailers and readers that Skullkickers is the most enjoyable adventure series in the whole crazy comic industry,” said Image PR and Marketing Director Jennifer de Guzman. “And when you need people to take notice, you reboot that $#%@ just like the big boys do.”

Mighty Skullkickers #1, written by commercial sell-out Jim Zub and drawn by the young and impressionable Edwin Huang, continues the epic six-arc Skullkickers storyline. It’s good stuff. Really good. Tell your friends.

“Some jokes get funnier with time. Some adjectives describe a concept perfectly. When we sat down and discussed the ideas at the heart of Skullkickers, we realized all along it should have been called ‘Mighty’” says series creator Jim Zub. “Also, sales. Dirty, dirty sales.”

If you’re a diehard collector of Skullkickers who’s sad that you won’t have a Skullkickers #21 to add to your collection? Don’t worry, we’ve thought of everything. In addition to the regular “Mighty” cover we’re offering a special “issue #21 variant” B cover to make sure your collector streak is unbroken.

It’s back. It never left. It’s a restart that continues right where it left off. Mighty Skullkickers #1 will be available wherever kick-ass comics are sold on April 24! Pre-order it now from the February issue of Previews.

The Launch of Something “Savage”

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This March, Image Comics invites readers to jump on board action and adventure, newly reinvigorated with another very special adjective—The Savage Skullkickers!

“The response to Uncanny Skullkickers was so tremendous that we knew we couldn’t just let something that was working remain unchanged,” said Image PR and Marketing Director Jennifer de Guzman. “Relaunching Skullkickers was a total game-changer! For a whole month, it wasn’t just plain Skullkickers. It was Uncanny! And now it’s going to be Savage! Game. Changer.”

Savage Skullkickers continues the epic Skullkickers storyline and is a perfect jumping-on point for new readers. Even more perfect than last month.

“With over 180 issues released over the past 20 years, Erik Larsen’s Savage Dragon is one of the most compelling and consistent creator-owned comics ever made,” said creator Jim Zub. “In order to commemorate Erik’s hard work and strident ‘no relaunching, no renumbering’ approach to his series, we thought we’d relaunch and renumber Skullkickers, stealing his precious ‘Savage’ adjective while we’re at it. Thanks, Erik!”

And if you’re a diehard collector of Skullkickers sad that you won’t have a Skullkickers #20 to add to your collection? Don’t worry, we’ve thought of everything. In addition to the regular “Savage” cover by series artist (and, remember, adorable elf-man) Edwin Huang and Zub himself, we’re offering a special “issue #20 variant” B cover by Chris Stevens to make sure your collector streak is unbroken.

It’s new. It’s classic. It’s a modern reinterpretation that gets back to the roots of these timeless characters. Savage Skullkickers #1 is available wherever kick ass comics are sold starting this March.

 

SAVAGE SKULLKICKERS #1
story: JIM ZUB
art: EDWIN HUANG
cover A:  EDWIN HUANG & JIM ZUB
cover B:  CHRIS STEVENS

MARCH 27
32 PAGES / FC / T
$3.50

SAVAGE SKULLKICKERS: a modern reinterpretation that gets back to the roots of these timeless characters. It’s a bold new direction, a continuing story and a newly added adjective! Our twentieth issue is brand a new #1! Welcome to comic math.

P.S. Retailers: Rack this comic beside other new “Savage” comics you may have hanging around the shop. We won’t mind.

Uncanny Skullkickers Gives a (Re)Boot to the Head

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“Uncanny Skullkickers is everything for everyone,” so claimed the headline for the press release I received today. This February, Image Comics is inviting readers to jump on board action and adventure, newly reinvigorated with a very special adjective – The Uncanny Skullkickers!

Mocking a certain company’s habit of dropping adjectives into their titles and claiming something is new and exciting, Image felt their adding an adjective was a perfect way to remind readers how much fun Skullkickers is to read. And it is. After almost twenty issues, I’m still entertained by the series, it’s action and humor is up their with the best.

Uncanny Skullkickers, written by Jim Zub and drawn by Edwin Huang, begins the second half of the epic six-arc Skullkickers storyline and is a perfect jumping-on point for new readers of the action-comedy fantasy series. And who doesn’t want to be known as a reader of a comic about hard-headed mercenaries knocking heads for fun and profit? I mean, really.

And if you’re a diehard collector of Skullkickers who’s sad that you won’t have a Skullkickers #19 to add to your collection? Don’t worry, Image has thought of everything. In addition to the regular “Uncanny” cover they’re offering a special “issue #19 variant” B cover to make sure your collector streak is unbroken.

Uncanny Skullkickers #1 will available wherever kick-ass comics are sold on February 27! Pre-order it now from the December issue of Previews.

Preview – Skullkickers #18

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Skullkickers #18

Story by: John Layman, Justin Jordan, Blair Butler, J. Torres, Charles Soule, Aubrey Sitterson Art By: Rob Guillory, Tradd Moore, Enrique Rivera, Alberto Alburquerque, Michael Mayne, Ivan Anaya Cover By: Saejin Oh
Price: $3.99

“SON OF TAVERN TALES”
With our third story arc wrapped up, it’s time for the next Tavern Tales issue. This time, the tales can’t be contained in just 32 pages. This extra large issue is jammed with some of the biggest indie creators in the business alongside our Tavern Tales Contest Winners!

JOHN LAYMAN & ROB GUILLORY (CHEW), JUSTIN JORDAN & TRADD MOORE (LUTHER STRODE), BLAIR BUTLER (G4, HEART), ENRIQUE RIVERA (BANANAS AND BINARY), J. TORRES (BIGFOOT BOY), ALBERTO J. ALBURQUERQUE (ELLE), CHARLES SOULE (27), MICHAEL MAYNE (BONNIE LASS), and welcoming contest winners AUBREY SITTERSON and IVAN ANAYA!

 

Skullkickers #18 Features Stories by Top Indie Creators

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cover of Skullkickers #18Jim Zub‘s Skullkickers is a cult hit, thanks to its hilarious writing, vibrant art, and, well, ample skull-kicking. The Image title has so much monster-bashing and face-smashing that it simply can’t be expressed by one creative team. So, with Skullkickers #18, some of independent comics’ best and brightest will be pitching in with stories of their own in the latest “Tavern Tales” issue, a collection of short stories.

Included in the mix are John Layman and Rob Guillory, Justin Jordan and Tradd Moore, Blair Butler, Charles Soule, and J. Torres.

The spotlight is on Aubrey Sitterson and Ivan Anya, however — the creative team won the Skullkickers Tavern Tales contest and will have their short story featured in Skullkickers #18.

Sidle up to the bar, order an ale, and get ready to hear some tall tales! Skullkickers #18 (JUL120516) will be in stores on September 26 and can be pre-ordered now.

sample page of winning Tavern Tales story

Preview – Skullkickers #17

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Skullkickers #17

Story by: Jim Zubkavich Art By: Edwin Huang & Misty Coats Cover By: Saejin Oh
Price: $3.50

“SIX SHOOTER ON THE SEVEN SEAS,” Conclusion
Somebody DIES! Or, everyone DIES! There’s lots of DYING! Oh man, it’s some kind of DEATH-fest goin’ around. It’s all epic and brutal and a major character DIES so you better order a ho-jillion copies. No, seriously, someone DIES. Big DEADING in the house. Also: The end of our incredible third story arc. Sweet.

Preview – Skullkickers #16

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Skullkickers #16

Story by: Jim Zubkavich Art By: Edwin Huang & Misty Coats Cover By: Saejin Oh
Price: $3.50

“SIX SHOOTER ON THE SEVEN SEAS,” Part Four
Ancient evil has arisen aboard the pirate ship called the Mermaid’s Bottom in this, the penultimate part of our 3rd story arc. Mind-control, maidens, monsters, meat, and more words that start with “M”. Everybody say it with me now: “Mmmmmmmmm…”

“Skullkickers is a finely-polished effort providing eager appeal” – Gonzobarbarian

SDCC 2012 – Image Comics Announces It’s San Diego Comic-Con Exclusives

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Image Comics has released theirs Skybound‘s and Top Cow‘s list of variants and exclusives you can find at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. You can get the Image items at Booth 2729 and the Top Cow items at Booth 2629.

Image Comics

CHEW: SECRET AGENT POYO #1 Guillory Comic-Con Exclusive Variant Cover
A one-shot spinning off CHEW’s most popular supporting character, and comics’ most beloved homicidal cybernetic kung-fu rooster. Concentrated mayhem. Feathers, rage and hate! Plus: an all-star pin-up gallery from some of the most staggeringly talented artists in the industry!
$10.00
Limited to 700 copies

SKULLKICKERS #15 Kitten Variant Cover
Created as a gag cover to appear in previews so as not to spoil earlier issues, this kitten cover by Edwin Huang and Misty Coates is now available to purchase thanks to popular demand! Don’t let the kitten fool you, though. Inside is heinous violence, trouble-making and all the skullkicking you can handle.
$3.50
Limited to 500 copies

SKYBOUND

THE WALKING DEAD Michonne Bloody Poncho Variant Action Figure
Limited edition bloody Michonne action figure featuring an exclusive poncho based on her first appearance.
SRP: $25.00
Limited to 3000 units, Two per person

THE WALKING DEAD #100 Vannen Watch
In honor of The Walking Dead’s 100th issue, Skybound and Vannen watches bring you a limited edition timepiece. The watch features art from Charlie Adlard’s issue #100 cover.  Each watch is signed by Robert Kirkman.
$85.00
Limited to 500 units, One per person

THE WALKING DEAD Hardcover Compendium
Limited edition, foil stamped hardcover version of THE WALKING DEAD Compendium Vol. 1.  Collects issues 1-48 of THE WALKING DEAD
$100.00
Limited to 900 copies, One per person

TOP COW

Artifacts #19 Broussard Comic-Con Exclusive Variant Cover
Kicking off a brand new story in the Top Cow’s ongoing REBIRTH initiative, RON MARZ and STJEPAN SEJIC introduce a brand new Artifact bearer — Dr. Rachel Harrison, bearer of the Heartstone — in this special three part story. Available only at Comic-Con, this exclusive cover by MICHAEL BROUSSARD features Witchblade, Angelus and Aphrodite!
$10
Limited to 500 copies

The Darkness #105 Portacio Comic-Con Exclusive Variant Cover
Concluding DAVID HINE and JEREMY HAUN’s explosive opening story arc, this issue sees Jackie Estacado, bearer of the Darkness, confronted with disintegration of his perfect world. Available only at Comic-Con, this exclusive cover by WHILCE PORTACIO features The Darkness and his Darklings!
$10
Limited to 500 copies

Think Tank #1 Bagus Variant Cover
A Comic-Con Debut Issue! The action-packed science series from MATT HAWKINS and RAHSAN EKEDAL tells the tale of a brilliant scientist trapped in a military think tank and his attempt to escape. Available only at Comic-Con, this exclusive cover by BAGUS HUTOMO introduces the world to slacker genius scientist — Dr. David Loren!
$10
Limited to 500 copies

Top Cow Comic-Con Exclusive Variant Set
Get all three of Top Cow’s exclusive variant covers for only $25, a $5 savings!
SRP: $25

SUNSET Limited Edition Comic-Con Exclusive Hardcover
A Comic-Con Debut Original Graphic Novel! Sometimes all you can do is go out with guns blazing… CHRISTOS GAGE and JORGE LUCAS debut their hard-hitting old man noir original graphic novel — SUNSET. On the surface, Nick Bellamy looks like any other veteran retiree left behind by a modern world. In reality, Nick is a former enforcer, who stole a fortune and years of freedom from his former mob boss. This limited edition variant will feature a foil stamped logo and an exclusive book plate.
$30
Limited to 250 copies

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