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Preview: The Resistance Universe: The Origins

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The Resistance Universe: The Origins

by J. Michael Straczynski (W), Gregg Hurwitz (W), Michael Moreci (W), Kaare Andrews (W/A), Mike Deodato, Jr. (A), C.P. Smith (A), Mike Choi (A), Mark Texeira (A), Alessandro Vitti (A), Lee Loughridge (C), Snakebite Cortez (C), Brian Reber (C), Ive Svorcina (C), Sal Cipriano (L), AndWorld Design (L), Rahzzah (CA)
In Shops: Dec 14, 2022
SRP: $19.99

In March 2020, amid Covid-19 lockdowns, AWA launched a bold new universe for the 21st Century with J. Michael Straczynski & Mike Deodato Jr.’s The Resistance, in which “Reborns” gain incredible powers in the wake of a global pandemic. Other creators followed with series such as E-Ratic, Knighted, and The Joneses. Now, for the first time, we are collecting each of the initial chapters in this super-sized 368-page collection.

Contains: The Resistance Vol. 1 (#1-6), The Resistance: Reborns (One Shot), The Resistance: Uprising Vol. 2 #1, Moths #1, E-Ratic Vol. 1 #1, Knighted #1, The Joneses #1, E-Ratic: Recharged Vol. 2 #1

The Resistance Universe: The Origins

Preview: Newthink Vol. 1

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Newthink Vol. 1

(W) Gregg Hurwitz (A) Mike Deodato, Keron Grant, Mike Choi, Will Conrad (CA) Lee Loughridge, Marco Lesko
In Shops: Dec 14, 2022
SRP: $9.99

This Black Mirror-style anthology examines the rapid proliferation of technology, the cultural and political polarization of the country, and the technocrats that have driven us to such extremes of thought that we need to present the present as something… futuristic. Each of the five issues is a stand-alone tale with its own art team.

Newthink Vol. 1

Head back to the early days of X-23 in X-23: Deadly Regenesis

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Before Laura Kinney was Wolverine, one of mutantkind’s greatest heroes, she was X-23, its deadliest assassin! This March, writer Erica Schultz and artist Edgar Salazar will return to the time when the character was at a crossroads during her journey as an X-Man in X-23: Deadly Regenesis! Announced at New York Comic Con, the five-issue limited series will add surprising depth to X-23’s incredible transformation into the hero she is today. Taking place during the X-Men’s Utopia era, the story will find X-23 targeted for revenge by an iconic Marvel Comics super villain and an all-new foe with a personal vendetta against Laura that’s so extreme, they may end up becoming her new archnemesis!

Laura Kinney, A.K.A. X-23, was cloned from Logan and trained by the Facility to be a deadly assassin. Even as she tries to put that life behind her, forces will try to drag her back — and she’ll fight them tooth and claw! Beset by new enemies – as well as old favorites –  this series follows X-23 during her days as a member of the X-Men and X-Force when she walked away from the island of Utopia to find where she truly belongs. Don’t miss this all-new story in the fan-favorite saga of Laura Kinney!

Check out the main cover by Kalman Andrasofszky as well as a variant cover by one X-23’s most definitive artists, Mike Choi, and pick up this pivotal chapter in X-23’s history when X-23: Deadly Regenesis hits stands in March! 

The Resistance Universe expands with The Resistance Universe: The Origins

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AWA Studios has announced The Resistance Universe: The Origins. The super-sized first collection of stories from the developers’ original shared universe, The Resistance, was created and penned by acclaimed filmmaker and comic book writer J. Michael Straczynski and illustrated by Eisner Award-winner Mike Deodato, Jr. Additional creators including Gregg Hurwitz, Kaare Andrews, C.P. Smith, Mike Choi, and more followed suit, creating their own series that each tell a different story within the Resistance Universe. The 368-page collected edition will be available on Wednesday, December 7.

In March 2020, amid COVID-19 lockdowns, AWA Studios launched a bold new universe featuring compelling  21st Century themes with J. Michael Straczynski & Mike Deodato Jr.’s The Resistance, in which “Reborns” gain incredible powers in the wake of a global pandemic. This epic debut series planted the flag for a new universe of heroes and villains. After humanity faced “The Great Death” – a pandemic that killed millions of people – survivors with superhuman powers known as the “Reborns” become Earth’s last hope. The concept of this universe stemmed from an intersection of ideas from J. Michael Straczynski, who was fascinated by where the premise for science fiction ends and the superhero universe begins. 

Over the last two years, other creators like Gregg Hurwitz, Kaare Andrews, and Michael Moreci have followed with their own series’ within the Resistance Universe. Now, for the first time, AWA is collecting each of the initial chapters in this super-sized collection which includes the following series:

  • THE RESISTANCE VOL. 1 – Writer: J. Michael Straczynski | Artist: Mike Deodato, Jr.

The epic debut series that plants the flag for a new universe of heroes and villains. A global disaster known as “The Great Death” leaves hundreds of millions dead in its wake. Shortly after the disease mysteriously subsides, amid a rising tide of fascism born of fear, a few thousand suddenly manifest superhuman powers. Are they harbingers of more perils to come…or Earth’s last hope?

  • THE RESISTANCE: REBORNS – Writer: J. Michael Straczynski | Artist: C.P. Smith

This special collection explores the origins of five characters in this new universe of heroes and villains including The Mad, the Dangerous, The Hidden, The Lost, and The Transcendent. 

  • THE RESISTANCE: UPRISING #1 – Writer: J. Michael Straczynski | Artist: C.P. Smith

To avert decimation at the hands of a fascistic government crackdown in the wake of the assassination of their leader, the Resistance must discover the ace up their sleeve, and then the key to unlocking it. 

  • MOTHS #1 – Writer: J. Michael Straczynski | Artist: Mike Choi

Following heroine Emily Kai who is known as a “Moth,” MOTHS #1 is an intimate look at a very special species within the superhuman race known as The Reborns. 

  • E-RATIC #1 – Writer & Artist: Kaare Andrews

This series follows Oliver Leif, a fifteen-year-old teenager who is new to town in the wake of The Great Death and is suddenly granted incredible powers. Cool, right? There’s only one problem: he can only use his powers for ten minutes at a time. 

  • E-RATIC: RECHARGED #1 – Writer & Artist: Kaare Andrews

In Volume 2 of the fan-favorite series, Oliver Leif picks up right where he left off – saving the world again as he navigates even more pressing perils like young love, bullies, a broken family, and the gauntlet that is high school. 

  • KNIGHTED #1 – Writer: Gregg Hurwitz | Artist: Mark Texeira

This action-packed adventure introduces a masked vigilante for the 21st Century named Bob Ryder, whose bad luck streak comes to a crescendo when he accidentally kills the city’s masked vigilante and is forced to take on the mantle of the legendary hero before the city descends into chaos.

  • THE JONESES #1 – Writer: Michael Moreci | Artist: Alessandro Vitti

This series focuses on a suburban family with a big secret – mother, father, sister and brother were all transformed into something superhuman. While the world embraces fascism born of fear, the Joneses realize they face grave consequences if they are exposed.

Featuring all-new cover art and a special foreword by J. Michael Straczynski, The Resistance Universe: The Origins will be available December 7, both digitally and in stores wherever comic books are sold for $19.99.

The Resistance Universe: The Origins

Newthink explores the polarization of the country and the technocrats driving us to extremes

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 AWA Studios has announced the sci-fi anthology series, Newthink. From writer Gregg Hurwitz alongside an all-star team of artists each tackling a different issue, the original comic holds a dark mirror up to the modern world of technology and the culture wars. Featured artists in the 5-issue series include Mike Deodato Jr., Ramon Rosanas, Mike Choi, Keron Grant, and Will Conrad. 

Newthink is a science fiction comic set in a faraway world…that is actually the reality of living today in America. Much in the way that Star Trek transported 1960’s social upheaval to faraway planets or The Twilight Zone broadcast Cold War anxiety through the lens of monsters and aliens, this Black Mirror-style series continues a long tradition of using science fiction to underscore social commentary. Newthink aims to examine the cultural and political polarization of the country and the technocrats that have driven us to extremes of thought that we need to present the present as something futuristic. Each story in the 5-issue anthology consists of unique characters and independent storylines that highlight these themes. 

Newthink #1 will be available Wednesday, June 1st both digitally and in stores wherever comic books are sold.

Preview: Moths #6

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Moths #6

(W) J. Michael Straczynski (A/CA) Mike Choi
In Shops: Nov 24, 2021
SRP: $3.99

The next chapter of the ongoing saga of The Resistance takes an intimate look at a very special species of the superhuman race known as The Reborns. Emily Kai is what is known as a “Moth.” She was granted immense power by the global pandemic known as “The Great Death,” but with a caveat: The moment she taps into the power that resides within her, a clock starts and Emily will have only six months to live. Granted the opportunity to bring immense beauty into the world, but only by paying the ultimate price, Emily embarks on a harrowing journey of self-discovery that will test her to her core and take her to places way beyond her wildest imagination. In this concluding issue, Emily’s journey comes to culmination over the course of her final days.

Moths #6

Preview: Moths #5

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Moths #5

(W) J. Michael Straczynski (A/CA) Mike Choi
In Shops: Oct 27, 2021
SRP: $3.99

The next chapter of the ongoing saga of The Resistance takes an intimate look at a very special species of the superhuman race known as The Reborns. Emily Kai is what is known as a “Moth.” She was granted immense power by the global pandemic known as “The Great Death,” but with a caveat: The moment she taps into the power that resides
within her, a clock starts and Emily will have only six months to live. Granted the opportunity to bring immense beauty into the world, but only by paying the ultimate price, Emily embarks on a harrowing journey of self-discovery that will test her to her core and take her to places way beyond her wildest imagination.

ComiXology Features 10 New Digital Comics for You to Check Out from DC, Marvel, and Yen Press

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ComiXology has ten new digital comics and manga for you to check out today. It’s a mix of brand new releases as well as collections from DC Comics, Marvel, and Yen Press. Check out the full list of releases here or the individual releases below.

Aquaman: Deep Dives #9

Written by Andrea Shea, Tom Taylor
Pencils Isaac Goodhart, Pop Mhan
Inks Isaac Goodhart, Pop Mhan
Colored by Rex Lokus, Cris Peter
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Story 1 – Aquaman and Mera must stop Lex Luthor’s plans to drill into the ocean floor. Story 2 – Tula agrees to a Girls Night with Mera, but she quickly discovers that she and Mera have completely different ideas of what a Girls Night should be.

Aquaman: Deep Dives #9

Batman: The Adventures Continue (2020-) #6

Written by Alan Burnett, Paul Dini
Pencils Ty Templeton
Inks Ty Templeton
Colored by Monica Kubina
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Deathstroke enacts his final plan to kill the Dark Knight, luring him away from the rest of the Bat-Family. Can Batgirl and Robin deduce Deathstroke plans, or will Gotham have a new, more brutal, protector?!

Batman: The Adventures Continue (2020-) #6

Black Butler #165

Written by Yana Toboso
Art by Yana Toboso
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As Mey-Rin recalls her early days as a maid, she must now decide where her allegiances lie… Read the next chapter of Black Butler at the same time as Japan!

Black Butler #165

But I’m A Cat Person #27

Written by Erin Ptah
Art by Erin Ptah
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World Without Logos
Two ordinary graduates accidentally adopt a magical shapeshifting battle monster. Chapter 27: Backstory, bravery, and the big bad Wolf.

But I'm A Cat Person #27

D.P. 7 Classic Vol. 1

Written by Mark Gruenwald
Art by Paul Ryan
Cover by Paul Ryan
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Collects D.P.7 #1-9.

The Gru tackled the New and it’s here for you! Before his history-making work on Captain America and Quasar, Mark Gruenwald helped build the New Universe from the ground up with an outcast cast of Seven Displaced Paranormals on a quest leading them into urban legends, domestic disasters, and teen terror! Super-speed, super-strength, and superlative action from the creator of the ground-breaking Squadron Supreme miniseries! It’s an out-of-body experience you can’t miss!

D.P. 7 Classic Vol. 1

Exiles Ultimate Collection Vol. 1

Written by Judd Winick
Art by Jim Calafiore, Mike McKone
Cover by Mike McKone
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Collects Exiles (2001) #1-19.

Led by Blink, who hails from the wildly popular X-Men storyline “Age of Apocolypse,” the Exiles consist of heroes pulled from alternate times and universes who are sent to correct problems in the multiverse. Their adventures span hundreds of different worlds, setting events and characters back on their proper course — or else risk having them “blink” out of existence.

Exiles Ultimate Collection Vol. 1

Heroes For Hire Vol. 2: Ahead Of The Curve

Written by Justin Gray, Jimmy Palmiotti, Zeb Wells
Art by Al Rio
Cover by Billy Tucci
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Collects Heroes for Hire (2006) #6-10.

Marvel’s strangest team of heroes find themselves trapped in the hull of a ship with a bomb as the Grim Reaper plans to blow up the Statue of Liberty and take the Heroes for Hire with it! But why? What nefarious plan could he have up his sleeve? He’s evil so does it matter? He has to be stopped! Also, someone dies! No kidding. As if that wasn’t enough, here comes the return of villains no one asked for! THE HORRIFIC HEADMEN have a special surprise for the hapless Humbug

Heroes For Hire Vol. 2: Ahead Of The Curve

Weapon Omega

Written by Rich Koslowski
Art by Andrea Di Vito
Cover by Mike Choi
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Collects material from Marvel Comics Presents (2007) #1-12 and Civil War: The Initiative One-Shot.

Omega Flight’s Michael Pointer (a.k.a. Guardian) faces down demons both internal and external. What is happening to him — and who is responsible?

Weapon Omega

Marvel Illustrated: Moby Dick

Written by Roy Thomas
Art by Pascal Alixe
Cover by John Watson
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Collects Moby Dick #1-6.

Melville’s seafaring masterpiece is brought to stirring life in the pages of the Marvel Illustrated line. Young sailor Ishmael signs onto the whaling ship, Pequod. Soon, he comes to question his judgment as the vessel sets sail and he meets the strange crew sailing with him. Strangest of all is the mysterious Captain Ahab, whose obsession with the great white whale who once bit off his leg may lead them all to a watery doom. It’s been called the Great American Novel. And they weren’t kidding.

Marvel Illustrated: Moby Dick

The Royal Tutor #92

Written by Higasa Akai
Art by Higasa Akai
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The unlikely group of Professor Heine, the princelings, and Count Rosenberg take off on a search of grave importance. Read the next chapter of The Royal Tutor the same day as Japan!

The Royal Tutor #92

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NYCC 2019: A Wave Blue World’s Exclusives and Signings

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New York-based publisher A Wave Blue World celebrates the launch of their two latest titles, Mezo and Dead Legends, at their hometown show, New York Comic Con, held at the Jacob Javits Center from October 3 to 6.

Set up in the Small Press Area, booth #1341, A Wave Blue World will have the first issues of Mezo and Dead Legends available with both the Premier Edition covers as well as the NYCC exclusive variant editions. The Mezo variant features art by Mike Choi, while the Dead Legends variant features art by Al Barrionuevo and Bryan Valenza. Both exclusive covers will be limited to 200 copies and sell for $10 each.

Fans will also have the chance to get these comics signed, as the creators for both titles will be in attendance. This includes Mezo writer Tyler Chin-Tanner, artist Josh Zingerman, and Premier Edition cover artist Claudia Iannicello. For Dead Legends, the writer/artist team of James Maddox and Gavin Smith will be on hand. (See signing schedule below for full details).

In addition, A Wave Blue World will be promoting the upcoming release of their Dead Beats anthology (Oct 16) with a limited edition mini-print to be given away to the first 500 fans. Come get it signed during the event at booth #1341 featuring a number of contributors including Liana Kangas, Cameron DeOrdio, Steenz and more!

Signing Schedule

Thursday, October 3

  • 2 – 3pm: MEZO signing with Tyler Chin-Tanner & Claudia Iannicello

Friday, October 4

  • 1 – 2pm: ALL WE EVER WANTED signing with Ariela Kristantina, Matt Miner, Lela Gwen, Eric Palicki, Wendy Chin-Tanner & more
  • 2 – 3pm: MEZO signing with Tyler Chin-Tanner & Claudia Iannicello
  • 3 – 4pm: DEAD LEGENDS signing with James Maddox & Gavin Smith
  • 4- 5pm: DEAD BEATS signing with Liana Kangas, Cameron DeOrdio, Steenz, Matt Summo, Renfamous, Joe Corallo, Eric Palicki & more.

Saturday, October 5

  • 2 – 3pm: MEZO signing with Tyler Chin-Tanner, Josh Zingerman & Claudia Iannicello
  • 3 – 4pm: DEAD LEGENDS signing with James Maddox & Gavin Smith

Sunday, October 6

  • 2 – 3pm: MEZO signing with Tyler Chin-Tanner, Josh Zingerman & Claudia Iannicello

Portfolio Reviews

  • Sunday, 11am -12pm: A Wave Blue World Editorial Director Joseph P. Illidge will be reviewing portfolios and offering advice for aspiring creators looking to break into the comic book business. Joseph has also served as editor DC Comics on the Batman titles, Senior Editor for Lion Forge Comics, and Executive Editor for Valiant Entertainment.

Panel Schedule

Wonder Women – Female CEOs
Thursday, October 3rd 6:30 PM-Room 1B03 – Javits Center

One day a female comic publisher will be standard – until then we have Wonder Women! All panelists are female-owned and operated comic publishers. These ladies lead by example: Sandy King Carpenter (Storm King Comics), Paula Garces (The World of Aluna), Tina Fine (OffGirl), and Wendy Chin-Tanner (A Wave Blue World) with moderator Lisa Y. Wu (A Wave Blue World).

“Crazy” Talk: Mental Health, Pop Culture, and the Future
Friday, October 4th 9:00PM-Room 1A02 – Javits Center

Does mental health represent the next wave of diversity in comics, or is that just “crazy” talk? Alex Segura (Co-President, Archie Comics), Lisa Y. Wu (VP Sales & Marketing, A Wave Blue World), Heather Antos (Editor, Valiant Entertainment), Jim Higgins (freelance writer, editor, consultant), and Matt Miner (GWAR, DEATH TRAP) join forensic psychiatrists Vasilis K. Pozios, M.D., and Praveen Kambam, M.D., (Broadcast Thought) to discuss the state of mental health media representation and how a mental health/pop culture partnership can be a “win-win” for both the entertainment industry and people with mental illnesses. Moderated by attorney Jeff Trexler (The Comics Journal, The Beat).

Super Asian America
Sunday, October 6th 3:45PM -Room 1A02 – Javits Center

From reviving the romcom genre to battling the forces of evil as the Marvel superhero Shang Chi, Asian Americans are constantly pushing the envelope in Hollywood. At the same time, it’s a never-ending battle for us to represent our own American way. Join Racebending for our 4th annual Super Asian America panel at NYCC as we talk Asian American rep with Greg Pak (Agents of Atlas), Keith Chow (Nerds of Color), Lisa Y. Wu (VP, Sales & Marketing, A Wave Blue World), and more.

Review: X-23 Vol. 1 Family Album

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Laura is back as X-23 and with her is Honey Badger herself, Gabby. The first volume of this new series focuses on the clone aspect of the two of them delivering some solid action and a little bit of humor.

Get your copy in comic shops now and book stores January 22! 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.

Amazon/comiXology/Kindle
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