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The Chaos! Library Kickstarter Celebrates Purgatori and Chastity!

Comic book cover featuring Purgatori and Chastity, two female characters with distinctive styles, surrounded by a fiery background. The title 'PURGATORI x Chastity Classic Omnibus Collections' is prominently displayed.

Two iconic comic book bad girls are back in business, as Dynamite Entertainment and Coffin Comics have launched a brand-new Kickstarter offering fans a complete archive of tales starring vampiress vixens Purgatori and Chastity from the beloved Chaos! Comics era! The campaign is live and runs until October 8.

This campaign follows the virally successful first foray in this historic collaboration, when Dynamite and Coffin came together to remaster and compile every story starring Evil Ernie. These new books reprinting Purgatori and Chastity comics are also filled with stunning and boundaries-breaking comics that have long been out of print and sought after by collectors. No longer will fans have to dive deep into back-issue bins, fight over skyrocketing online auctions, and trade one darling book for another in fan groups. The complete storylines of these leaders of the bad girls wave are ready for everyone’s shelves!

Kicking off in 1993, fans flocked to Chaos! Comics like moths to a flame for its genius mix of horror and tropes of the superhero genre. The heavy metal aesthetic and gritty sagas were a perfect representation of the rebelliousness, humor, and spirit of the 1990s and remain as fun today as they were then!

This new Kickstarter offers three books again. Two are devoted to the fables of Purgatori, the ancient slave girl turned demonic vampire. Created by Brian Pulido, she debuted in Evil Ernie: Revenge #1 before launching into her first solo series Purgatori: The Vampires Myth in 1996 with gorgeous artwork by superstar Jim Balent (Catwoman, Tarot: Witch of the Black Rose). Now across two titanic tomes, fans can read chapters of her journey including stories like The Dracula Gambit, Goddess War, Goddess Rising, Purgatori Empire, The Hunted, Darkest Hour, God Hunter, God Killer, and more! In addition to the aforementioned Pulido and Balent, other legendary creators who added to the tapestry of Purgi include David Quinn (Doctor Strange, Faust), Al Rio (Gen13), Mike Deodato Jr. (Avengers, Wonder Woman), Marc Andreyko (Manhunter, Supergirl), Len Kaminski (Iron Man), Joshua Dysart (Harbinger, Swamp Thing), and more.

Teenage girl Chastity Marks was struck with tragedy when turned into a vampire. When she realizes she is undetectable to her fellow vampires, her new devotion in life is hunting other bloodsuckers! Now all her solo adventures will be collected into one comprehensive volume, meticulously assembled for returning and new readers. Readers get to see her deadly skills in Evil Ernie: Straight to Hell, then she broke out into Chastity: Theatre of Pain. Later tales include Rocked, Lust for Life, Reign of Terror, Shattered, Crazytown, and more. On the Chastity front, Pulido is joined by other creators including Ivan Reis (Superman, Aquaman), Ed Benes (Birds of Prey, Justice League), Steven Grant (Punisher), Fabian Nicieza (X-Men, X-Force), Peter Vale, and others.

Each book is oversized at 9 by 12 inches. Fans can opt for three different versions of the books. Signed special editions feature ribbon markers, gilding, as well as signed and numbered bookplates. For the most discerning collectors, the super deluxe editions are limited to 333 copies each. Slipcases are also available, exclusive to the Kickstarter.

In addition to the books at the front and center of the Kickstarter, tons of awesome extras and add-ons are available. Shirts featuring both vampires and the classic Chaos! logo can be added to fans’ closets. Or patch sets can be grabbed for fans to customize their own clothes. Print sets featuring some of the most iconic artwork of these characters by top artists are included. Challenge coins and many other goodies are up for backers too!

As the campaign progresses, Dynamite and Coffin are excited to keep backers and those on the fence engaged with exciting stretch goals and surprise drops.

Early bird backers within the first 66 hours get two FREE trading cards featuring both characters added to their hauls!

Preview: Fire and Ice: Darkwolf #3

Fire and Ice: Darkwolf #3

Writer: Dan Panosian
Artist: Andrey Lunatik
Covers: Dan Panosian (A), Stjepan Sejic (B), Joe Jusko (C), Stuart Sayger (D), Cary Nord (E)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 32 pages | Adventure | $4.99 | Teen+

The forces of evil are closing in with precision, and Darkwolf is running out of pathways to safety. Outnumbered and overmatched, the hero meets his limits as the shadow of darkness blanket all. This savage epic takes a dark turn courtesy of Dan “Urban Barbarian” and Andrey “Suburban Barbarian” Lunatik.

Fire and Ice: Darkwolf #3

Preview: ThunderCats: Cheetara #1

ThunderCats: Cheetara #1

Writer: Saladin Ahmed
Artist: Andea Arcari
Covers: Mark Spears (A), John Amor (B), Karen S. Darboe (C), Will Robson (D), Animation Art (E)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 32 pages | Adventure | $4.99 | Teen

Don’t miss a bold new beginning for the Thunderverse from Eisner Award-winning writer SALADIN AHMED and amazing artist ANDREA ARCARI! Cheetara is used to hearing what others can’t…but this is different: Bold, relentless voices that contradict the Book of Omens and praise the Mu’Tants. Cheetara is fast, but even she can’t outrun these new visions that threaten to send her on a journey of discovery and danger…

ThunderCats: Cheetara #1

Preview: Stitch #8

Stitch #8

Writers: Connor Ratliff, James III
Artist: Greta Xella
Covers: Alessandro Ranaldi (A), Animation Art (B), Ciro Cangialosi (C), George Kambadais (D)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 32 pages | Adventure | $4.99 | All Ages

ARE WE THERE YET? ARE WE THERE YET? ARE WE THERE YET? Dr. Jumba thinks that he’s hit upon the perfect quasi-evil plan when he opens an amusement park that features a lovable, blue-furred mascot which he can use to transmit his future schemes into an adoring public’s impressionable brains. But when the original Experiment 626 takes it upon himself to bring Stitch Land’s overly ambitious designs to life, the resulting “attractions” threaten to trap Jumba, Pleakley, and an unlucky focus group of innocent civilians in a never-ending cycle of fun — and danger! Season pass holders CONNOR RATLIFF and JAMES III line up with artist GRETA XELLA for the ride of a lifetime in Stitch #8 — featuring impressively immersive covers by EDWIN GALMON, JAE LEE & JUNE CHUNG, CIRO CANGIALOSI, and GEORGE KAMBADAIS!

Stitch #8

Preview: Red Sonja vs. The Army of Darkness TPB

Red Sonja vs. The Army of Darkness TPB

Writer: Tim Seeley
Artist: Jim Terry
Cover: Mark Spears
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 128 pages | Sword and sorcery / Horror | $19.99 | Teen+

Get ready to sharpen your sword and load up your boomstick, because it’s time to face off against the undead hordes once more! In this all-new miniseries, everyone’s favorite Deadite-slaying hero – Ashely J. Williams, natch – finds himself hurtling again through space and time to battle against the forces of evil. But this trip is special, because he’s finally caught a break – this time, he’s teaming up with the She-Devil herself: Red Sonja! But who’s that lurking in the shadows? None other than Kulan Gath – and if the most dread wizard of the Hyborian Age gets his hands on the Necronomicon…well sh*t, that ain’t gonna be good! Multitalented comics savant TIM SEELEY (Hack/Slash, Batman Eternal) takes up his pen to chronicle this latest – and greatest! – chapter in the Army of Darkness and Red Sonja sagas, with art provided by acclaimed collaborator JIM TERRY (Sundowners, Alice Cooper vs. Chaos)! Issues #1 – 5.

Red Sonja vs. The Army of Darkness TPB

Preview: Red Sonja: She-Devil with a Sword #5

Red Sonja: She-Devil with a Sword #5

Writer: Rory McConville
Artist: Pablo de Bonis
Covers: Stuart Sayger (A), Lucio Parrillo (B), Joseph Michael Linsner (C), Mike Rooth (D), Cosplay – Katy Rose (E)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 32 pages | Sword and sorcery | $4.99 | Teen+

A bold new series, continuing the Dynamite Debut of writer Rory McConville (King Spawn) and artist Pablo de Bonis! In this issue: Red Sonja vs. Demoroq as the hordes of Rising Sun engulf Khorshemish! Who will live? Who will die? Find out in this stunning issue! Cover artists include: Stuart Sayger, Lucio Parillo, Joseph Michael Linsner, Mike Rooth and a stunning piece of Cosplay by Katy Rose!

Red Sonja: She-Devil with a Sword #5

Preview: Ben 10 #5

Ben 10 #5

Writer: Steven T. Seagle
Artist: Robert Carey
Covers: Robert Carey (A), Duncan Rouleau (B), Dustin Nguyen (C), Sebastían Píriz (D), Eric Canete (E)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 32 pages | Adventure | $4.99 | Teen

Ben has all the power of a number of new and strange alien forms at his disposal, but will any of them be enough to stop crazed clown Zombozo’s mission to spread his brainwashed circus across the entire nation? Ben has an ally with a strategy he doesn’t want to believe is true, but with Grandpa Max’s life on the line Ben has to decide: Is it hero time? Or something else entirely…? And don’t miss the comics debut of Grey Matter!

Ben 10 #5

Preview: Supernatural: Wayward #1

Supernatural: Wayward #1

Writer: Paulina Ganucheau
Artist: John Amor
Covers: John Amor (A), Photo (B), Photo (C)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 48 pages | Mystery / Adventure | $5.99 | Teen

The split starts here – in a shocking one-shot issue that sets the table for the explosive event to come! Sam and Dean Winchester are bound by blood and purpose – so what horrible, hellish forces could drive these brothers to travel separate roads? You’ll find the answers here…

Supernatural: Wayward #1

Dynamite and Humble Bundle Offer Fans a Cavalcade of Miniseries and Specials for an Unbeatable Deal!

Dynamite Entertainment and Humble Bundle have teamed up once more for a limited time digital deal offering fans a wide range of limited series, one-off specials, and smash hits. This unparalleled deal brings together a deep list perfect for binge reading, yet all contained and complete tales across countless genres, ensuring satisfying reads for all kinds of fans.

This bountiful bundle is overflowing with well over 100 issues of comics, totaling up to nearly 3,500 pages of thrilling tales. It’s a major opportunity to get all of these adventures for an unbeatable deal. Humble Bundle offers fans multiple tiers to customize their bundle the way they want, with different tiers priced accordingly. At just five dollars, readers can grab the Adventures of Red Sonja Omnibus, slightly breaking the mold of the miniseries premise to ensure an incredible find for customers at that level. That book alone is being offered for nearly 90% off and packs a whopping 650 pages of classic sword and sorcery action and adventure. The entire contents are available for just $18, with 93% savings on what would typically be a total cost of almost $250.

Other highlights of the bundle include one-off tales starring The Terminator, Vampirella, Red Sonja, Ash from Army of Darkness, Dejah Thoris, Jennifer Blood, and others. For fans of multiversal madness, four specials from Dynamite’s Altered States line of “what if” style stories are included, as well as epics from the steampunk mythos of Legenderry. On the limited series front, A Train Called Love by Garth Ennis and Mark Dos Santos is a standout, or John Carter: The End as an early work of superstar artist Hayden Sherman (Absolute Wonder Woman, Batman: Dark Patterns), or a fun-filled crossover with Barbarella / Dejah Thoris written by Leah Williams.

Additional writers and artists with work in in this bundle include Alex Ross, Alex Segura, Andy Diggle, Dan Abnett, Dan Panosian, David Avallone, Frank Thorne, Fred Van Lente, Max Bemis, Nancy Collins, Paulina Ganucheau, Roy Thomas, Stephen Mooney, and many more. 

A portion of the revenue from the bundle sales will be contributed to its charitable partner, the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. This respected nonprofit organization tackles issues like book censorship, particularly related to comic art, graphic novels, and their creators. Comics often encounter scrutiny in libraries, schools, and other venues due to the medium’s often misunderstood and recently recognized status.

Preview: The Lion King #5

The Lion King #5

Writer: Saladin Ahmed
Artist: Edwin Galmon
Covers: Edwin Galmon (A), Animation Art (B), David Cousens (C), Cartoon Head (D)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 32 pages | Adventure | $4.99 | Teen

A new story arc begins with a standalone story featuring Rafiki, Mufasa’s closest advisor. In this story, the normally unflappable Rafiki discovers a terrible secret that could shake the Pride Lands to its core – if it got out.

The Lion King #5
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