Star Wars: Adventures #26
(W) Cavan Scott, Adam Christopher (A) Megan Levens (A/CA) Derek Charm
In Shops: Sep 25, 2019
SRP: $3.99
Witness one of the many lessons Rey learned from Luke Skywalker during her time on Ahch-To. Plus, in an all-new installment of Tales from Wild Space, Resistance pilot Tallie teaches her squad how to overcome their fears.
THE SHIELD #4
Script: Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig
Art: Greg Scott, Rachel Deering, Kelly Fitzpatrick
Cover: Drew Johnson
Variant Cover: Andrew Robinson
On Sale Date: 11/9
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
“Daughter of the Revolution, Part 4” She has served her country well, fighting for US interests the world over. But when the Shield’s next mission ends in tragedy on American soil—a tragedy televised live to every home in the country—the true nature of Black Seven is revealed as the superhero the world has been waiting generations for becomes… Public Enemy Number 1!
THE SHIELD #3
Script: Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig
Art: Drew Johnson, Rachel Deering, Kelly Fitzpatrick
Cover: David Williams
Variant Covers: Joe Eisma, Ron Salas, Wilfredo Torres
On Sale Date: 10/12
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
“Daughter of the Revolution, Part 3” Captured by Walter Chase, the Shield is made a surprising offer—an invitation to join his government organization, protecting the country as she was born to do. But as her new missions take her well beyond national borders, the truth slowly dawns and the Shield must face the ultimate question: does she serve the United States of America… or its people?
Titan Books and Bethesda Softworks have announced a multi-platform publishing partnership for Dishonored 2, the next chapter in the award-winning Dishonored saga by Arkane Studios. This includes three original novels, an all-new new four part comic mini-series, and a graphic novel collection that will bridge the story of events between Dishonored and Dishonored 2.
The first official Dishonored tie-in comic in the series from Titan Comics will release in August 2016. Three additional installments in the comic series will follow, releasing in September and October. The series will be collected together for a graphic novel, which will be available in November 2016.
The city of Dunwall; whaling capital of Gristol and industrial hub of the Empire of the Isles.
Twelve years have passed since Corvo Attano scuppered the Lord Regent’s duplicitous plot against the crown and cleared his name of the Empress Jessamine’s murder.
Now a little older and perhaps a little wiser, Corvo sets his sights on the future and securing an apprentice to continue his legacy. But when confronted by an impossible face from his past, the supernaturally-gifted assassin finds himself drawn once again into an otherworldly conspiracy, one that threatens to shake the very foundations of his ancient city.
Series writer Gordon Rennie is a stalwart of the UK comic scene whose writing credits include the original series, White Trash, as well as his work for cult magazine, 2000 AD, on iconic characters and properties, including Judge Dredd and Rogue Trooper. Rennie is joined by artists Andrea Olimpieri (pencils/inks) and Marcelo Maiolo (colourist).
Titan Books will publish Dishonored – The Corroded Man in September 2016, the first in a series of three books by Adam Christopher. The first book will be followed by two forthcoming novels, scheduled to be released in 2017, that will continue the adventures of the game’s protagonists – Corvo Attano and Emily Kaldwin.
Dishonored – The Corroded Man takes place following the events of Dishonored, Arkane’s blockbuster action-adventure game, which released in 2012 to huge critical and commercial success, and bridges the story through to the highly-anticipated Dishonored 2.
THE SHIELD #2
Script: Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig
Art: Drew Johnson, Ray Snyder, Al Barrionuevo, Rachel Deering, Kelly Fitzpatrick
The Shield #2 CVR A Reg: David Williams
The Shield #2 CVR B Variant: Steve Rude
The Shield #2 CVR C Variant: Evan Shaner
The Shield #2 CVR D Variant: Wilfredo Torres
On Sale Date: 2/17
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
“Daughter of the Revolution, Part 2” Running out of places to hide, the Shield discovers she is not without allies. Detective Nicole Simmons seems to know exactly who—and what—the Shield is, but with the enigmatic government agent Walter Chase closing the noose, the pair faces two difficult questions: why is the Shield back now… and whose side is she really on?
THE SHIELD #2
Script: Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig
Art: Drew Johnson, Ray Snyder, Al Barrionuevo, Rachel Deering, Kelly Fitzpatrick
The Shield #2 CVR A Reg: David Williams
The Shield #2 CVR B Variant: Steve Rude
The Shield #2 CVR C Variant: Evan Shaner
The Shield #2 CVR D Variant: Wilfredo Torres
On Sale Date: 2/17
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
“Daughter of the Revolution, Part 2”
Running out of places to hide, the Shield discovers she is not without allies. Detective Nicole Simmons seems to know exactly who—and what—the Shield is, but with the enigmatic government agent Walter Chase closing the noose, the pair faces two difficult questions: why is the Shield back now… and whose side is she really on?
Much buzz has been made about the NBC show, Blindspot, as it revolves around a woman, who has lost her memory, and has tattoos all over her body which leads to her uncovering a huger mystery about not only herself but ultimately a great evil. This concept, although interesting, is not wholly original; in fact, it has been replayed in movies and TY many times. As this same concept I heard about at the Archie Comics booth at New York Comic Con last year, when they were talking about The Shield, as this was about a superhero that has no idea who she is or why she is doing what she is doing. I remembered thinking then just how interesting the concept was and how excited I was. So when Archie Comics imprint, Dark Circle, finally announced the release of The Shield, I admittedly had to Google exactly what the plotline was.
Apparently, this character is a reboot, for a golden age comic, which I have not heard, which really is not a big deal, as I had not heard of the Green Turtle, before Gene Luen Yang, revived the character and introduced them to modern comics fans. Kudos to Archie comics, for reviving the character but also rebooting it by making the Shield, a woman. Apparently, the character was originally conceived to be based off of Captain America, but from the first few pages, she seems to a grittier and darker hero.
As the solicitation says:
Since the dawn of the republic, whenever her country faces its blackest days, she returns: a spirit of the revolution sent to fight for what is right. But when she reappears for the first time in a generation with no memories—not even of her own identity—and encounters an evil force expecting her arrival, all the Shield can do is… run!
The comic begins with the Shield on a mission during Revolutionary War, decimating a camp of British soldiers, before finally being defeated, and despite her state, looks at her captors, with defiance to the end and utters the words, “I am nobody, I am nothing, nothing but a soldier, nothing but a shield of the revolution”. Fast Forward to modern day Washington DC and modern version of the Shield is on the run from some government agencies and shadowy individuals while suffering flashbacks of her many incarnations over 200 years. She eventually realize who she is and what her purpose in this world is, which a government agent eventually confirms. By issue’s end, it seems as though she is concerned and defeated, but much like the opening sequence, I have a lingering feeling, that she overcomes.
In conclusion, an excellent story that by far, is a way better concept and story than what the show Blindspot, has shown us so far. The story by Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig, unfolds a spy thriller, hurling the reader the reader into a world of high stakes politics and secret identities. The art by Drew Johnson is luminescent and drawn with realistic tones, which serves this action packed narrative. Overall, probably the best comic to come out of the Dark Circle imprint and one that is long overdue.
Story: Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig Art: Drew Johnson
Story: 9 Art: 9 Overall: 9 Recommendation: Buy
Archie Comics provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
THE SHIELD #1
Script: Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig
Art: Drew Johnson, Rachel Deering, Kelly Fitzpatrick
Cover: David Williams
Variant Covers: Wilfredo Torres, Andrew Robinson, Rafael Albuquerque, Robert Hack
On Sale: 10/21
$3.99 U.S.
32 page, full-color comic
NEW ONGOING SERIES FROM DARK CIRCLE!
“Daughter of the Revolution, Part 1”
Since the dawn of the republic, whenever her country faces its blackest days, she returns: a spirit of the revolution sent to fight for what is right. But when she reappears for the first time in a generation with no memories—not even of her own identity—and encounters an evil force expecting her arrival, all the Shield can do is… run!
Saturday, May 2nd is Free Comic Book Day across North America and the world – a day where participating comic shops give away comic books to anyone coming into their stores.
Archie Comics – a Gold Sponsor of the event – is proud to announce one of their offerings: FCBD Dark Circle Comics! Get a sneak peek at the new three all-new series coming from Dark Circle Comics!
THE BLACK HOOD! THE FOX! THE SHIELD!
Get in on the ground floor of Dark Circle Comics and experience the cinematic and creator-driven reinventions of these iconic properties. Who is the new Shield? How did the Black Hood come to be? Can things get more unpredictable for The Fox? Learn the secrets of the Dark Circle universe from the creators themselves via sneak peeks at the new series, creator interviews and a first glance at the next Dark Circle series – all held together by an eye-popping cover from Afterlife with Archie artist Francesco Francavilla!
Script: Duane Swierczynski, Mark Waid, Dean Haspiel, Adam Christopher, Chuck Wendig and more
Art: Michael Gaydos, Dean Haspiel, David Williams, Rachel Deering, Kelly Fitzpatrick, John Workman, Jose Villarubia and more
Cover: Francesco Francavilla
