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Preview: 007: For King and Country #1

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007: For King and Country #1

Writer: Phillip Kennedy Johnson
Artist: Giorgio Spalletta
Covers: Joseph Michael Linsner (A), Rebeca Puebla (B), Chuma Hill (C), Lesley “Leirix” Li (D)
32 pages | Spy Fiction / Action Adventure | $3.99 | Teen+ |

An all-new nail-biting Bond mission from superstar Phillip Kennedy Johnson (Action Comics) and Giorgio Spalletta (Red Sonja). Accused of murder on British soil, James Bond has been branded a traitor by his own government. As M sends the entire 00 division after 007, Bond must go underground with only one ally: Gwendolyn Gann, 003 — another traitor, presumed dead, secretly on a clandestine mission with global implications.

007: For King and Country #1

007: For King and Country #1 continues Bond’s battle with Myrmidon

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007: For King and Country #1

James Bond has been branded a traitor by his own government. As M sends the entire 00 division after 007, Bond must go underground with only one ally: Gwendolyn Gann, 003 – another traitor, presumed dead, secretly on a clandestine mission with global implications. 007: For King and Country #1 is the second chapter in Bond’s return and he’s now on the run.

Written by Phillip Kennedy Johnson, 007: For King and Country #1 continues the story that began with the six-issue series 007. Myrmidon has made huge steps becoming a global military force, one that’s been accepted by world governments. Bond and Gann have been revealed as double agents, accused of spying for the corporation and traitors to their country. Now, they’re lying low in an attempt to survive as everyone seems to be after them. 007: For King and Country #1 delivers a debut that’s full of global implications and lots of paranoia.

Johnson does an excellent job of keeping the story from the previous volume going but also creating a debut that is welcoming to new readers. You’re caught up as to where things stand while also not being bogged down with too many details. The issue also delivers action and really focuses on what’s to come and the real threat is. It’s the moments after the slick opening for a Bond film that really kicks things off instead of just delivering high octane action.

The art by Giorgio Spalletta is solid. With color by Francesco Segala, color assist by Agnese Pozza, and lettering by Jeff Eckleberry, the comic is able to mix action as well as quieter paranoia. From an opening that feels like a big budget sequence, the comic shifts to the duo hiding out but it’s all presented in a way that’s tense and makes you wonder what will happen next. You trust no one and through art that’s rather sparse as far as people, it allows you to focus on each person presented and each setting and wonder if anything will happen.

007: For King and Country #1 is an entertaining opening that puts Bond in an interesting position. It’s one we’ve seen before to some extent but with how things are presented, it’s never quite felt to this level. Add in how the issue wraps up, and this is a new series where it feels like everything is on the table and no one can be trusted. It’s Bond on his own versus the world.

Story: Phillip Kennedy Johnson Art: Giorgio Spalletta
Color: Francesco Segala Color Assistant: Agnese Pozza Letterer: Jeff Eckleberry
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy

Dynamite Entertainment provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

Purchase: Zeus Comics – comiXology/Kindle

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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TRAVELING TO MARS #5

Wednesdays (and Tuesdays) are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in

Each week our contributors choose what they can’t wait to read this week or just sounds interesting. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look at!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this week.

007: For King or Country #1 (Dynamite Entertainment) – We loved the last miniseries and we’re expecting more fun with this one. Bond fans won’t want to miss out on this.

All the Devils Are Here #1 (Scout Comics) – It says it reinvents the exorcism story, and we’re interested in seeing how it does and if it pulls it off.

Ambassadors #2 (Image Comics) – The first issue was an interesting mix of Willy Wonka and superheroes and how it ties in Millarworld’s bigger picture has us intrigued.

Captain America: Cold War Alpha #1 (Marvel) – An event is coming and this kicks things off!

Dark Ride #5 (Image Comics) – We’re loving this horror series and excited to see where the next arc goes. Who’s corrupted? What are these demons? We want to know more!

Giant Kokju #1 (Image Comics) – A twist(ed) take on the giant monster genre.

The Gimmick #2 (AHOY Comics) – This superpowers meets wrestling series had a very interesting debut and we want to see where it goes from there.

Great British Bump off #1 (Dark Horse) – Described as an Agatha Christie-styled murder mystery set in a competitive baking competition, that has us completely sold on this.

Guardians of the Galaxy #1 (Marvel) – The first issue is entertaining and has us wanting to find out what more happened. Read our early review.

Kaiju No. 8 Vol. 6 (VIZ Media) – The series has been great so far changing up the kaiju concept and then it did it again after well into the series. We want to see what happens next! Great action. Great images. Lots of fun.

Maniac of New York: Don’t Call it a Comeback #2 (AfterShock) – You thought Harry was killed? Guess what, that’s not the case. We’re loving this horror franchise.

Missing You (IDW Publishing) – Siblings who recently lost their mother bring an injured deer home to rescue it. We’re already holding back tears.

Phantom Road #2 (Image Comics) – The first issue was really interesting with a pair of individuals transported to a strange world. We’re not quite sure what’s going on and want to find out more.

Red Zone #2 (AWA Studios) – The series about an American Professor of Russian of Slavic studies being called in by the US government for a secret mission to Russia is interesting considering the state of the world.

Seasons Have Teeth #1 (BOOM! Studios) – In a drab, colorless world, the seasons bring change… and also destruction. The seasons arrive to a retired conflict photographer as personified, god-like creatures. Sounds original!

Space Job #3 (Dark Horse) – Each issue has had us cracking up in this workplace comedy meets Star Trek.

Star Wars: Ewoks #1 (Marvel) – Ewoks. Nuff said.

TMNT/Usagi Yojimbo: Wherewhen #1 (IDW Publishing) – It’s TMNT meets Usagi Yojimbo. We don’t need any more reason to be excited for this.

Traveling to Mars #5 (Ablaze) – The series has been an amazing mix of satire, comedy, and drama, all with a ton of heart. One of our favorites this year.

WildC.A.T.s #6 (DC Comics) – The series has delivered great action, solid moments with the characters and finally cracked the code in bringing the Wildstorm world into the DCU!

Preview: 007: For King and Country #1

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007: For King and Country #1

Writer: Phillip Kennedy Johnson
Artist: Giorgio Spalletta
Covers: Joseph Michael Linsner (A), Rebeca Puebla (B), Chuma Hill (C), Lesley “Leirix” Li (D)
32 pages | Spy Fiction / Action Adventure | $3.99 | Teen+ |

An all-new nail-biting Bond mission from superstar Phillip Kennedy Johnson (Action Comics) and Giorgio Spalletta (Red Sonja). Accused of murder on British soil, James Bond has been branded a traitor by his own government. As M sends the entire 00 division after 007, Bond must go underground with only one ally: Gwendolyn Gann, 003 — another traitor, presumed dead, secretly on a clandestine mission with global implications.

007: For King and Country #1

James Bond Celebrates 70th Anniversary On the Run in 007: For King and Country!

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The world’s most famous super spy is back for another thrilling declassified case, as critically acclaimed and bestselling author Phillip Kennedy Johnson celebrates the renowned multimedia superstar character’s 70th anniversary in a new comic series!

007: For King and Country kicks off 70 years of 007 with an all-new, nail-biting Bond adventure like no other. Artist Giorgio Spalletta joins Johnson for another chapter. The series starts in April, in line with the 1953 original publication of Ian Fleming’s Casino Royale.

Accused of murder on British soil, James Bond is marked a traitor by his own government. M has sent the entire legion of 00 agents after 007 to stamp out what seems to be the ultimate betrayal. This leaves Bond on the run, with only 003 – Gwendolyn Gann – as his sole ally. Gann is presumed dead and also labelled a traitor. Together Bond and 003 embark on a clandestine mission that could have globe-shattering ramifications!

Can James and Gwen survive to die another day? Or will their own erstwhile allies catch up to them before they can unravel a massive conspiracy? Fans can find out in this hotly anticipated entry into the 007 mythos from one of the biggest names in comics, as Dynamite, Ian Fleming Publications, and company mark a major milestone!

Johnson and Spalletta are joined by a squad of top talents in depicting Bond and Gwen on covers for the series. Joseph Michael Linsner makes his Bond franchise debut, bringing his iconic style to the spy. Rebeca Puebla, Chuma Hill, and Lesley “Leirix” Li also feature with stunning takes on this duo of agents in the crosshairs.

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