Writer: Matteo Pizzolo / Artist: Carlos Granda / Colorist: James Offredi / Letterer: DC Hopkins Cover Artists: Luana Vecchio, Duski Loveless, Amancay Nahuelpan, Creees Lee Mature / $4.99 / 36 pages
WHAT IF CALIFORNIA REFUSED TO BE RULED? In CALEXIT, the citizens of the California Sovereign Republic struggle to seize power back from U.S. occupying forces. Jamil, a warzone courier (aka smuggler), and Zora, a young leader in the Mulholland Resistance, fight to escape Occupied Los Angeles — but it’s total war on the streets of Los Angeles as California attempts to seize freedom or die trying.
(W) Chris Moses (A) Andrea Giannini (C) James Offredi (L) Reed Hinckley-Barnes
This high sci-fi adventure series will definitely attract fans of Evangelion and Gundam Wing, along with fans of anyone who enjoys soap opera turmoil focused on found family.
In the year 2030, a family-run private defense company, Synap, secretly puts together the pieces of a mysterious giant robot while training psychically gifted individuals to one day control it. However, with the startling increase in UFO sightings, the family finds their time is running out to assemble the ancient machine.
(W) Chris Moses (A) Andrea Giannini (C) James Offredi (L) Reed Hinckley-Barnes (CA) Jessica Fong
All Hell has broken loose with the Chinese Government laying siege to recover the pieces of the Robot, while Ness has seemingly been possessed by the alien entity known only as the Glowing Child. Meanwhile, Shiloh’s inability to control the robot sends them into an internal crisis in the Axon Connection where Vivian gives them a glimpse at her past in hopes of connecting the puzzle pieces of who she is and her connection to Synap and Shiloh’s entire family.
(W) Chris Moses (A) Andrea Giannini (C) James Offredi (L) Reed Hinckley-Barnes
Seti and Shiloh’s bond deepens when they sneak off to play a VR video game to teach Shiloh about confidence while learning how to control the Robot. In China, with two more pieces of the machine secured, and Jun successfully rescued from the Axon Connection, there’s just one more obstacle for Angeline and Ness…Bringing them all home.
(W) Chris Moses (A) Andrea Giannini (C) James Offredi (L) Reed Hinckley-Barnes
Angeline journeys to China to rescue Driver Nine from the Axon Connection in exchange for parts to complete the giant robot. However, this task is anything but simple as Angeline and Ness attempt to overcome the lingering tension between them. To make matters worse, they are not the only ones looking to acquire the robot parts and the young ninth driver.
(W) Chris Moses (A) Andrea Giannini (C) James Offredi (L) Reed Hinckley-Barnes (CA) Jessica Fong
With UFOs firmly on Synap’s radar, time is starting to run out to rebuild the ancient robot. Roke sends Driver Seven to China to retrieve important cargo that’s vital to those efforts. Meanwhile, back Stateside, Shiloh’s training gives them a dose of history along with more visions of Driver One that leave Shiloh with more questions than answers.
(W) Chris Moses (A) Andrea Giannini (C) James Offredi (L) Reed Hinkley-Barnes (CA) Ivan Tao (CB) Stephen Byrne
In the year 2030, a family-run private defense company, Synap, secretly puts together the pieces of a mysterious giant robot while training psychically gifted individuals to one day control it. However, with the startling increase in UFO sightings, the family finds their time is running out to assemble the ancient machine.
When your family’s secrets are bigger than this world, a giant robot is a girl’s best friend…
Get a first look at Synap, the newest sci-fi series from Long Island native and Kickstarter pro Chris Moses and the debut of Italian artist Andrea Giannini, only from Mad Cave Studios! It features colors by James Offredi and letters by Reed Hinckley-Barnes, with Cover A by Ivan Tao and Cover B by Stephen Byrne.
In the year 2030, a family-run private defense company, Synap, secretly puts together the pieces of a mysterious giant robot while training psychically gifted individuals to one day control it. However, with the startling increase in UFO sightings, the family finds their time is running out to assemble the ancient machine.
Synap celebrates diversity with biracial and nonbinary characters, and blends the giant mech action of Mobile Suit Gundam with the conspiracies and other worldly threats, Synap #1 drops November 27th.
Mad Cave Studios has announced Synap, the newest sci-fi series from Chris Moses and art by Andrea Giannini! It features colors by James Offredi and letters by Reed Hinckley-Barnes, with Cover A by Ivan Tao and Cover B by Stephen Byrne.
In the year 2030, a family-run private defense company, Synap, secretly puts together the pieces of a mysterious giant robot while training psychically gifted individuals to one day control it. However, with the startling increase in UFO sightings, the family finds their time is running out to assemble the ancient machine.
Synap celebrates diversity with biracial and nonbinary characters, and blends the giant mech action of Mobile Suit Gundam with the conspiracies and other worldly threat of Stranger Things. Synap #1 drops November 27th.
Don Bluth’s Dragon’s Lair Digital Comic Series Debuts on the App Store
Santa Barbara, Calif. – April 18, 2012 – zuuka Comics, developer of the Cut The Rope digital comic engine, are proud to announce the launch of Don Bluth’s Dragon’s Lair Comic App for for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, now available on the App Store. The first-ever digitalrelease of Don Bluth’s Dragon’s Lair Comic series debuts with the original issues No. 1 through No. 6.
Based on the original classic arcade game released in 1983, the Dragon’s Lair Comic series is celebrating its launch by offering fans the first issue for free.
“Don Bluth’s vision and creative genius with Dragon’s Lair set a new standard for animation and since then has entertained millions through video games and graphic novels,” said Woody Sears, founder of zuuka. “We are very honored to be bring fans the first-ever digital comic series of such a popular title as Dragon’s Lair and know they’ll enjoy it just as much as we do.”
“We are proud to be associated with zuuka Comics and their line up of digital comic books,” responded Don Bluth.
Gary Goldman said, “We hope the fans of comic book stories will enjoy having this series on their Apple mobile devices, the presentation of the Dragon’s Lair Comic series looks great!”
Dragon’s Lair Comic issue No. 1 begins the adventure with the deadly dragon Singe swearing revenge on Dirk the Daring for killing his offspring as he swoops up Princess Daphne in his razor-sharp claws. Now, armed with his courage and skills, the brave knight must survive the dangers of the Dark Kingdom to save his Princess. It’s swordplay, sorcery, dragons, and damsels…plus a pinch of humor. Lead on, adventurer…your quest awaits! Credits: Andy Mangels (writer), Fabio Laguna (pencils/inks), Tony Washington (color) and Don Bluth (cover art – pencil).
Pricing and Availability:
Don Bluth’s Dragon’s Lair Comic App is available for free from the App Store on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch or atwww.itunes.com/appstore <http://www.itunes.com/appstore> . Issue No. 1 is free, and issues No. 2-6 are available for $1.99 each through In-App Purchase.
Credits:
Writers
Andy Mangels (Chapters 1 – 4)
Ryan Foley (Chapters 5 and 6)
Jimmy PS Hayes (Bonus Story)
Art
Fabio Languna (Trade Covers, All Chapters, Bonus Story and Chapter Covers 2 – 6)
Don Bluth (Chapter Cover 1 and Bonus Story)
Colors
Tony Washington (Trade Cover, Chapters 1 – 3 and Chapter Covers 2 – 4)
Arcana Studio (Chapters 4 – 6)
Val Staples (Chapter Covers 1, 5, and 6)
James Offredi (Bonus Story)
Brian Miller (Bonus Cover Story)
Letters
Bill Tortolini (Chapters 1 – 5)
Ed Dukeshire (Chapter 6 and Bonus Story)
Graphic Design
DMF Comics
About zuuka
zuuka Comics is part of zuuka who publishes iTalk and iStoryTime – an interactive storytelling experience delivered to the convenience of your mobile device – which features a series of illustrated and narrated books created by parents for kids. iStoryTime books have been highlighted in the New York Times, LA Times, CBS Early Show, theiPhoneMom.com, CNET and is decorated with Publisher’s Innovation Award, PTPA Media’s Parent Tested Parent Approved Seal of Approval, the Children’s Technology Review’s Editor’s Choice Award and Reader’s Choice for Best Apps for Kids. With over 100 titles to choose from including favorites such as Kung Fu Panda, Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Peter Pan and Binky the Pink Elephant, iStoryTime books are an excellent tool for both educating and entertaining children ages two years and up. These storybooks can be enjoyed in several different modes ranging from automatic to manual, depending upon the development and preferences of the user. For additional information, visit www.iStoryTime.com<http://www.iStoryTime.com> . About Don Bluth Films, Inc.
Established in 2000, Don Bluth & Gary Goldman continue their independence with their production company, Don Bluth Films, Inc., developing feature-length properties, short projects and video games. While at Walt Disney Productions, Bluth and Goldman worked on classic animated features including Robin Hood, Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Too, The Rescuers, Pete’s Dragon, The Small One and The Fox and the Hound. As independent filmmakers Bluth & Goldman have produced a number of hits including: Banjo the Woodpile Cat that started their long career and a legacy of animated films. Other projects include: The Secret of NIMH, Dragon’s Lair, Space Ace, An American Tail, The Land Before Time, All Dogs Go To Heaven, Rock-A-Doodle, Thumbelina, Anastasia, Bartok the Magnificent and Titan A. E. Today Bluth & Goldman are synonymous with traditional animated films, shorts and video games. These filmmakers continue to develop and create heartwarming stories for everyone. Currently Producers/Directors Bluth & Goldman have nine new film projects in the works, three scripted and five in various states of creative development.
for for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, now available on the App Store. The first-ever digitalrelease of Don Bluth’s Dragon’s Lair Comic series debuts with the original issues No. 1 through No. 6.