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Josif 1957 #2 is fun B-movie sci-fi pop culture

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You know about Laika, the Cosmonaut dog sent into orbit on Sputnik 2. But no one knows about JOSIF, the first gorilla in space! Born on Josif Stalin’s birthday and subjected to terrible genetic experiments, Josif soon grew far too powerful. The leadership of the Soviet Union did all they could to stop him. But not everything went as planned!

Writer: Davide Barzi, Vortice Rosa
Art: Fabiano Ambu
Letterer: Fabiano Ambu

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Forbidden Planet

Josif 1957 #1 is an interesting mix of horror and sci-fi with an intriguing premise

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You know about Laika, the Cosmonaut dog sent into orbit on Sputnik 2. But no one knows about JOSIF, the first gorilla in space! Born on Josif Stalin’s birthday and subjected to terrible genetic experiments, Josif soon grew far too powerful. The leadership of the Soviet Union did all they could to stop him. But not everything went as planned!

Writer: Davide Barzi, Vortice Rosa
Art: Fabiano Ambu
Letterer: Fabiano Ambu

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

Comix Experience
Forbidden Planet

Preview: Josif 1957 #2 (of 2)

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Josif 1957 #2 (of 2)

(W) Davide Barzi (A/CA) Fabiano Ambu
In Shops: Jul 05, 2023
SRP: $6.99

Josif, the first gorilla in space, is wreaking absolute havoc in low orbit, and no one knows how to stop him! U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower knows just what to do-he blasts into space himself to handle the matter! It’s a zero-gravity battle between the United States President and the Soviet Gorilla, at the height of the Cold War! Featuring a 1 in 10 variant homage to Blade Runner by Italian super-star Fabiano Ambu!

Josif 1957 #2 (of 2)

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Under the Influence #1

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.

Ancient Enemies: The Greater Good #1 (Frank Miller Presents) – Ancient Enemies is the best from Frank Miller Presents and these issues focusing on single characters have been intriguing so far diving into the world more.

Captain America #750 (Marvel) – The latest event wraps up with this anniversary issue exploring the aftermath while celebrating Captain America and setting up what’s to come next!

Hairball #4 (Dark Horse) – The horror series has been unnerving with every issue.

Josif 1957 #2 (CEX Publishing) – Josif, the first gorilla in space, is wreaking absolute havoc in low orbit, and no one knows how to stop him! U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower knows just what to do-he blasts into space himself to handle the matter! How can you not be excited for this based on that description?

Knight Terrors: First Blood #1 (DC Comics) – DC’s summer event kicks off this week with a lot of miniseries and this “main series.” The Free Comic Book Day teaser was intriguing and we want to check out more.

Monstrous (First Second) – A memoir about a South Korean girl adopted by a white couple and her growing up in a rural community with few Asian neighbors.

Parker Girls #8 (Abstract Studios) – The series has been a great mix of action and humor and the Park Girls have now gone to war against billionaire Zackary May!

Peacemaker: Tries Hard #3 (DC Comics/DC Black Label) – The series has been funny and fun so far and we’re expecting more.

Swan Songs #1 (Image Comics) – A new multi-artist project from W. Maxwell Prince comprising of stories about endings. We have an early review you can check out here.

Under the Influence #1 (Mad Cave Studios) – An intriguing series about the cult of influencers and social media. You can watch our early video review.

Untold Tales of I Hate Fairyland #1 (Image Comics) – A five issue anthology with stories taking place in this crazy world of twisted fairy tales.

Weird Work #1 (Image Comics) – It’s noir mixed with bright aliens, a combo that sounds intriguing.

Preview: Josif 1957 #2 (of 2)

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Josif 1957 #2 (of 2)

(W) Davide Barzi (A/CA) Fabiano Ambu
In Shops: Jul 05, 2023
SRP: $6.99

Josif, the first gorilla in space, is wreaking absolute havoc in low orbit, and no one knows how to stop him! U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower knows just what to do-he blasts into space himself to handle the matter! It’s a zero-gravity battle between the United States President and the Soviet Gorilla, at the height of the Cold War! Featuring a 1 in 10 variant homage to Blade Runner by Italian super-star Fabiano Ambu!

Josif 1957 #2 (of 2)

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Wonder Woman #800

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.

Bone Orchard: Tenement #1 (Image Comics) – The story of seven residents in a building and the dark secrets that bind them together…beginning with a death that feels much more sinister than natural. From Jeff Lemire, Andrea Sorrentino, and Dave Stewart, this is a must get.

Cryptid Kids Vol. 1 Bawk Ness Monster (First Second) – A young girl wants to find “Bessie” before she moves to prove her experience as a little girl was real.

Disney Villains: Scar #3 (Dynamite) – Dynamite’s series of comics focusing on its villains. All have been really good so far adding to the classic tales we know and love.

Incredible Hulk #1 (Marvel) – The Hulk is diving deep into its horror roots with this start of a new volume.

Josif 1957 #1 (CEX Publishing) – You know about Laika, the Cosmonaut dog sent into orbit on Sputnik 2. But no one knows about JOSIF, the first gorilla in space!

Nightwing #105 (DC Comics) – Another cool visually experimental comic where it’s told from Dick’s perspective.

Scarlet Witch Annual #1 (Marvel) – The “Contest of Chaos” kicks off here with this prelude that has Agatha Harkness learning that the Scarlet Witch absorbed Chthon.

Tomb Raider King Vol. 3 (IZE Press) – Jooheon is back to doing what he does best-finding Relics…or stealing them! But as his collection grows, so does the list of enemies.

Ultimate Invasion #1 (Marvel) – The Ultimate Universe is back! Sort of.

Wild’s End #1 (BOOM! Studios) – It’s a spin on the War of the Worlds type story where a crew at sea returns home to find their seaside home now occupied by alien invaders.

Wonder Woman #800 (DC Comics) – The current story arc wraps up as a new one begins with the new creative team!

See what’s coming from CEX Publishing in June!

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ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)

Written by LEWELIN POLANCO
Illustrated & Cover A by JUAN ROMERA
Cover B ELIZABETH BEALS
Cover C LANE LLOYD
Retailer Price: $4.99
On Sale 06/28

The adorable misadventures of Astro, a troublemaking pup, and his human, Inéz! Astro has no sense of boundaries, and his impatience gets Inéz into all kinds of shenanigans. Inéz is a hopeless romantic with a “slightly” dramatic personality. She’ll play bingo with your sweet abuelita, and then whine about how she was hustled.

Don’t miss the special incentive cover by fan-favorite Lane Lloyd!

UPC
Cover A: 793945974597 00111
Cover B: 793945974597 00121
Cover C: 793945974597 00121

  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)
  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)
  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)
  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)
  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)
  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)
  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)
  • ASTRO & INEZ (ONE-SHOT)

JOSIF 1957 #2 (OF 2)

Written by DAVIDE BARZI
Illustrated & Covers by FABIANO AMBU
Retailer Price: $6.99
On Sale 06/28

Josif, the first gorilla in space, is wreaking absolute havoc in low orbit, and no one knows how to stop him! U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower knows just what to do — he blasts into space himself to handle the matter! It’s a zero-gravity battle between the United States President and the Soviet Gorilla, at the height of the Cold War!

Featuring a 1 in 10 variant homage to Blade Runner by Italian super-star Fabiano Ambu!

UPC
Cover A: 79394597456600211
Cover B: 79394597456600221
Cover C: 79394597456600231

  • JOSIF 1957 #2 (OF 2)
  • JOSIF 1957 #2 (OF 2)
  • JOSIF 1957 #2 (OF 2)

OUTLAND ENTERTAINMENT

DEADLANDS: DEAD MAN’S HAND HC

Written by DAVID GALLAHER, JIMMY PALMIOTTI, JUSTIN GRAY, RON MARZ, JEFF MARIOTTE, MATTHEW CUTTER, SHANE LACY HENSLEY
Illustrated by STEVE ELLIS, LEE MODER, BART SEARS, ULISES ROMAN, SEAN LEE, TROY PETERI, MICHAEL ATIYEH, C. EDWARD SELLNER, DOUG SPENCER, JACOB BASCLE
Retailer Price: $19.99
ISBN: 978-1-954255-50-0
On Sale 06/28

This is a collection of one-shot stories set in the Weird West world of Deadlands, created by Shane Lacy Hensley. Each story features some of the industry’s top creators and each story shows a different aspect of the Deadlands world.

DEADLANDS: DEAD MAN’S HAND HC

Who is Josif? Find out that and more in May from CEX

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JOSIF 1957 #1

Written by DAVIDE BARZI
Illustrated by FABIANO AMBU
Cover B FABIANO AMBU
Cover C FABIANO AMBU
Retailer Price: $6.99
On Sale 5/31

Debuting the work of Italian superstar artist Fabiano Ambu! You know about Laika, the Cosmonaut dog sent into orbit on Sputnik 2. But no one knows about JOSIF, the first gorilla in space!

Born on Josif Stalin’s birthday and subjected to terrible genetic experiments, Josif soon grew far too powerful. The leadership of the Soviet Union did all they could to stop him. But not everything went as planned!

Featuring a 1 in 10 variant homage to 2001: A Space Odyssey by Italian super-star Fabiano Ambu!

Diamond ID FEB231258 / FEB231259 / FEB231260
Lunar Product Codes 0223CX224 / 0223CX225 / 0223CX226

UPC
Cover A: 793945974566 00111
Cover B: 793945974566 00121
Cover C: 793945974566 00131

SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #2

Written & Illustrated by JOSEPH SCHMALKE
Cover C BEN TEMPLESMITH
Retailer Price: $4.99
On Sale 5/31

Malena’s backstory is revealed, as the students continue their journey through the underground city of Scholomance towards the Academy of Black Magic. The children and Headmaster are met by Ornansis, a vampiric creature who will pick their class’s weathermaker (an untouchable student). Malena lets Matthew know there could be a sinister plot underway by other students who wish to thin out the competition.

Featuring a 1:10 variant cover by living legend Ben Templesmith!

Diamond ID FEB231262 / FEB231263 / FEB231264
Lunar Product Codes 0223CX228 / 0223CX229 / 0223CX230

UPC
Cover A: 793945974542 00211
Cover B: 793945974542 00221
Cover C: 793945974542 00231

THE FIRST THREE

Written by CHRIS PALIQAW, ATUNG YUPAS
Illustrated by CHANG SHENG
Cover B CHANG SHENG
Retailer Price: $7.99
On Sale 5/31

The age of humanity begins! The first three people on Earth burst out of a rock womb to find themselves in a paradise of talking animals and obedient firewood. But two men and one woman is one man too many, and enough… never is.

Inspired by the real-life creation legends of the Tayal people of Taiwan. Introducing legendary Taiwanese artist Chang Sheng to Western audiences for the first time!

Diamond ID FEB231256 / FEB231257
Lunar Product Codes 0223CX222 / 0223CX223
UPC
Cover A: 793945974573 00111
Cover B: 793945974573 00121

OUTLAND ENTERTAINMENT

NORTHERN STEELE

Written by SCOTT SCHMIDT
Illustrated by SLOBODAN JOVANOVIC
Retailer Price: $19.99
On Sale 5/31

In 1897, the world descended upon the frozen hills of the Yukon Territory, mad with gold fever.

But little did they know the perils and pitfalls that awaited them. A trail lined with dead horses and stalked by a man-killer, a haunted cave mined by an army of the dead, and an endless swamp teeming with terrible serpents. And even then there was more.

Enter the legendary Sam Steele of the North-West Mounted Police, commander of men and master of the wilderness. With knife and pistol, horse and saber, brute strength and keen mind, the mightiest Mountie of them all takes to the task of saving the gold-seekers from men and monsters alike.

Diamond ID FEB231261
Lunar Product Codes 0223CX227
ISBN 978-1954255401

NORTHERN STEELE

WARLOCK 5 VOLUME 1 OMNIBUS

Written by GORDON DERRY
Illustrated by DEN BEAUVAIS
Retailer Price: $39.95
On Sale 5/31

The Warlocks protect the Grid. They are the last line of defense against the awful forces of chaos that lurk in the darkness outside the Grid. There’s only one problem. They hate each other.

With a forward by Cullen Bunn!

Lunar Product Codes 0223CX231
ISBN 978-1947659612

WARLOCK 5 VOLUME 1 OMNIBUS