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Around the Tubes – Phoenix Comicon, Free Comics, and Wonder Woman

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The weekend is almost here. Here’s doing geeky things this weekend? Go to the movies? Going to conventions? Sound off in the comments below. While you wait for work to end and weekend begin, here’s some comic news and reviews from around the web in our morning roundup.

Around the Tubes

Kotaku – Armed Man Arrested At Phoenix Comicon After Threatening Police – Be safe everyone.

The Beat – Along with all its other woes, Marvel also has a library problem – An interesting read and point.

The Beat – A Year of Free Comics: BRIK #1 weaves religion and urbanity into a fascinating tale of vengeance – Free comic. Go read it!

The Mary Sue – Trolls of Women-Only Wonder Woman Screening Shut Down by Alamo Drafthouse – Go Alamo Drafthouse!!!

 

Around the Tubes Reviews

Talking Comics – Groot #1

Talking Comics – Rapture #1

Valiant Soars into Phoenix Comicon 2017 with Exclusives, Programs, Panels and More!

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From Thursday, May 25th to Sunday, May 28th, Valiant’s non-stop convention tour is blazing the trail into Phoenix Comicon– and we’re bringing along a massive stash of exclusives, merchandise and panels for three full days of non-stop action!

All weekend long, join Valiant inside the Phoenix Convention Center at booth #760 to see why Valiant reigns supreme as the most acclaimed comic book publisher in the industry today with a selection of paperbacks and deluxe hardcovers for critically renowned and award-winning titles! And don’t miss the stacks of Valiant merchandise rolling into Phoenix, including a brand new Faith & The Future Force T-shirt by artist Kano [$25] and the Rapture #1 Phoenix Comicon Variant, featuring the art of fan-favorite artist Jeff Piña!

Plus: Get ready for the all-star talent charging into the Valiant booth for signings and free sketches, including David Baron and Jeff Piña!

Next: Your official initiation into Valiant’s critically acclaimed pantheon of heroes begins on Friday, May 26th at 3:00 p.m. MST in room #232ABC for the Valiant 101: The Story Starts Here panel presentation! New to the Valiant Universe? Jump on board right here with a concise and fun-filled introduction to the origins and adventures of Valiant’s greatest and most iconic heroes!

Finally: Prepare yourself for the biggest and bloodiest battle to ever enter the Valiant Universe on Saturday, May 27th at 3:00 p.m. MST in room #232ABC for the Valiant: The Road to Harbinger Wars 2 panel presentation! The road to Valiant’s biggest, most ambitious and impactful comic book event of all time starts right here!

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humanoidsThe weekend is almost here. What geeky things are folks doing? Anyone seeing possible Oscar nominee films? Sound off in the comments below!

While you figure all of that out, here’s some comic news and reviews from around the web in our morning roundup.

Around the Tubes

Newsarama – James Gunn Wants Marvel to Make a Moon Knight Movie… And Has An Idea For It – It’d be an interesting character to see on the screen.

CBR – Kevin Smith Directing Batman ’89-Themed Episode Of The Goldbergs – Yes please!

ICv2 – Humanoids Hires New Director — Sales and Marketing – Some new changes in the new year.

The Beat – A year of free comics: Beanstalk by Jenn Liv – The gorgeous expansion of the mind – As long as these keep being posted, we’ll keep boosting them.

The Comichron – January Comics Sales Flashbacks: From Krypton to the war zone – Some cool history in here.

The Beat – Phoenix Comic Con: changes in volunteer structure are because of labor laws – Pesky laws getting in the way.

 

Around the Tubes Reviews

Newsarama – U.S.Avengers #1

The Beat – The Visitor #1

Valiant’s 2016 Convention Tour Storms into Phoenix Comicon 2016 and Awesome Con with Exclusive Merchandise, Panels, and More!

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This weekend, the Valiant 2016 Convention Tour is doubling down for Phoenix Comicon 2016 and Awesome Con – and they’re bringing a can’t miss cavalcade of exclusives, merchandise, programming, panels, and the best-reviewed comics in the industry to both shows!

From June 2nd to June 5th, visit the Phoenix Convention Center in booth #760 for a complete journey through Valiant’s critically acclaimed universe with a complete selection of Valiant trade paperbacks and deluxe hardcovers for award-winning titles! And don’t miss the bundles of Valiant merchandise unloading into Phoenix, including the 4001 A.D. #1 (of 4) PHOENIX COMICON EXCLUSIVE VARIANT – featuring the artwork of fan-favorite artist Jeff Piña! New York Times best-selling writer Matt Kindt, blockbuster artist Clayton Crain, and superstar artist David Mack kick off the FIRST issue of Valiant’s most ambitious summer event here as Rai leads the heroes of the 41st century into an explosive rebellion against the despotic ruler Father and the forces of New Japan! And stick around to meet some of the hottest creators in comics throughout the weekend with a slate of special guests including Valiant-exclusive superstar David Baron, and Jeff Piña!

Then, from June 3rd to June 5th, hit Washington, D.C.’s Washington Convention Center in booth #508 for the weekend’s second helping of Valiant and its trend-setting titles with another complete selection of Valiant trade paperbacks, deluxe hardcovers, can’t-miss merchandise, and more! And meet the minds behind the upcoming FUTURE OF VALIANT throughout the weekend with special guests including superstar writer Fred Van Lente, and red-hot writer Rafer Roberts.

Plus: Get the inside scoop on the most celebrated superheroes in comics for VALIANT 101: NEW FANS START HERE—hitting Phoenix Comicon on June 4th in room North 121 C at 1:30 p.m. MST and Awesome Con on June 4th in room 154 at 1:15 p.m. EST! You’ve heard the buzz… You’ve seen the reviews… Now find out where to start with Valiant Comics!

No matter what city you visit, they’ll see you there!

Thursday, June 2nd – Sunday, June 5th
Phoenix Comicon
Phoenix Convention Center, Hyatt Regency
Phoenix, AZ

Friday, June 3rd – Sunday, June 5th
Awesome Con
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Washington, DC

Friday, June 17th – Sunday, June 19th
Denver Comic Con
Colorado Convention Center
Denver, Colorado

Look for more dates to be added to the Valiant 2016 Convention Tour all year long!

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Phoenix Comic Con Celebrates Shi’s 20th Anniversary

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Comics Creator Billy Tucci takes his Shi 20th Anniversary Celebration Tour into  “The Grand Canyon State” to debut the exclusive Shi – Way of the Warrior #1 Phoenix Comic Con 20th Anniversary Edition this June 5-8th 2014 at the Pheonix Comicon.

The multi-Eisner award nominated Shi debuted in 1994 with the modern-day samurai fable, The Way of the Warrior”#1. Illustrated by Tucci, co-written with Peter Gutierrez, and colored by Barry Orkin, Way of the Warrior transcended independent publishing with a unique melding of Japanese mythology, history, and action not seen before in comics and became an instant comics classic.

The past three editions created for the London Super Comic Con, MegaCon and C2E2 instantly sold out, making these the rarest and most collectibles Shi comics ever.  But as per custom, the PCC Exclusive is limited to only 25 copies and each comes signed and individually numbered with a set price of $60.00 US.

The Phoenix Comic Con will be held June 5-8th 2014 at the Phoenix Convention Center
North Building
100 N 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004

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BOOM! Studios Heads to Phoenix Comicon

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BOOM! Studios will be exhibiting at Phoenix Comicon at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona, during the weekend of June 5-8.

BOOM! can be found at booth #559 and will host the following creators all weekend:

  • Marc Andreyko (Nightbreed)
  • Michael Moreci (Curse, Robocop)
  • Chris Miskiewicz (Thomas Alsop)
  • Shaun Manning (Interesting Drug)
  • Ian McGinty (Adventure Time: Candy Capers, Bravest Warriors)
  • Zack Sterling (Adventure Time OGNs v1, 2 & 3)
  • Missy Pena (Bravest Warriors, Amazing World of Gumball)
  • Aubrey Aiese (Adventure Time, Lumberjanes)
  • Hannah Nance Partlow (Adventure Time: Candy Capers (NOTE: Saturday only)

In addition, the BOOM! Studios booth will host the following creators on Friday and Saturday:

  • Eric M. Esquivel (Loki: Ragnarok & Roll, Adventure Time, Bravest Warriors)
  • Christopher Golden (Sons of Anarchy) (NOTE: Friday only, 3-4pm)

Phoenix Comicon exclusive variant covers of Clive Barker’s Nightbreed #1 illustrated by Tony Harris and Bee and Puppycat #1 illustrated by Anissa Espinosa will be available for purchase at the booth while supplies last.

BEE AND PUPPYCAT #1 Phoenix Comicon Exclusive Cover by Anissa Espinosa CLIVE BARKER'S NIGHTBREED #1 Phoenix Comicon Exclusive Cover by Tony Harris

Dark Horse’s Phoenix Comicon 2014 Schedule!

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This weekend Dark Horse Comics heads to their first visit to Phoenix Comicon! They’ll be located at booth #535—handing out giveaways and offering free signings with comics creators! Come check out their comics, books, and products for sale—including an exclusive Phoenix Comicon comic!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Certain restrictions may apply. All events are subject to change.

Thursday, June 5 

Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1 Phoenix Comicon Exclusive Adam Hughes Cover Variant goes on sale!

Price: $5.00

Total quantity available for sale at the show: 1,000

Limit: 10 copies per person, per day

Note: Most copies will be released for sale on Thursday, but a set quantity will be set aside for sale on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings.

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SIGNINGS

Below are featured comics and the writers and/or artists who will be signing them. Free comics, prints, or posters will be available at each signing while supplies last. Comics will also be available for sale, availability pending.

Friday, June 6

11:00 a.m. ELFQUEST Richard Pini (writer) and Wendy Pini (writer/artist)

12:00 p.m. CRIMINAL MACABRE Christopher Mitten (artist)

1:00 p.m. MASS EFFECT: FOUNDATION, X Tony Parker (artist)

STAR WARS: REBEL HEIST, STAR WARS: DAWN OF THE JEDI, GHOST Dan Parsons (artist)

2:00 p.m. BAD BLOOD, WITCHFINDER, B.P.R.D. Tyler Crook (artist)

GRINDHOUSE Alex de Campi (writer)

3:00 p.m. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER Amber Benson (writer/actress)

4:00p.m. THE FIFTH BEATLE Vivek J. Tiwary (writer)

5:30 p.m. CONAN THE AVENGER, BRAIN BOY, THE COMPLETE SILENCERS, ACTION PHILOSOPHERS! Fred Van Lente (writer)

6:00 p.m. THE STRAIN Mike Huddleston (artist)

Saturday, June 7

11:00 a.m. ALIENS: FIRE AND STONE Chris Roberson (writer)

*Free print! Aliens: Fire and Stone #1 on sale September 2014.

12:00 p.m. GRINDHOUSE Alex de Campi (writer)

1:00p.m. THE STRAIN Mike Huddleston (artist)

2:00 p.m. NEXUS Mike Baron (writer)

3:00p.m. CONAN THE AVENGER, BRAIN BOY, THE COMPLETE SILENCERS, ACTION PHILOSOPHERS! Fred Van Lente (writer)

4:30 p.m. THE FIFTH BEATLE Vivek J. Tiwary (writer)

6:00 p.m. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER Christopher Golden (writer) and Amber Benson (writer/actress)

Sunday, June 8 

11:00 a.m. GRINDHOUSE Alex de Campi (writer)

12:00p.m. BAD BLOOD, WITCHFINDER, B.P.R.D. Tyler Crook (artist)

1:00 p.m. BALTIMORE Christopher Golden (writer)

2:00 p.m. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER Amber Benson (writer/actress)

PANELS

Friday, June 6

3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Spotlight Panel: Fred Van Lente (North 128b)

Fred Van Lente has done it all. With work ranging from semieducational funnies to superhero reboots, he is widely regarded as one of the most unique voices in modern comics. Did we mention zombies? He’s done that too. Now, join us for a look back at his storied career so far, as well as a glimpse into what’s next for comics’ rising star, with announcements and more!

Saturday, June 7

12:00–1:00 p.m. ElfQuest: The Final Quest (North 129a)

For the last 35 years, Wendy and Richard Pini have delighted fans with one of alternative comics’ most rich and storied worlds. Now, in partnership with Dark Horse, the Wolfriders embark on the “Final Quest,” to fulfill a destiny over three decades in the making!

3:00–4:00 p.m. Drawing on Your Nightmares: Modern Horror in Comics! (North 129b)

One of the cornerstones of the Dark Horse publishing line since the early years has been an original take on the horror genre. Now, join us for a look at what’s to come in this year’s lineup with a cast of writers and artists who are poised to thrill you and chill you. Christopher Golden (Baltimore), Chris Roberson (Aliens), Alex de Campi (Grindhouse), Tyler Crook (Witchfinder), Mike Huddleston (The Strain), and Christopher Mitten (Criminal Macabre) are joined by Dark Horse’s own Aub Driver for a discussion on “bringing scary back.”

3:00–4:00 p.m. The Fifth Beatle (West 211)

The Fifth Beatle is a graphic novel about the Beatles’ manager Brian Epstein, written by Vivek Tiwary. Vivek talks about the graphic novel (a 2014 Eisner Award nominee) and the upcoming movie based upon it.

Sunday, June 8

12:00–1:00 p.m. 30 Years and Counting: Comics Classics in the Modern Age (ElfQuest: 1978; Nexus: 1981, Groo: 1982) (North 128b)

In the late 1970s and early ’80s, some of the most inventive and inspired alternative comics found a place on shelves. ElfQuest offered a unique vision of black and white fantasy, while Nexus gave readers a version of the superhero idea more rooted in science fiction than capes and cowls. Meanwhile, Groo the Wanderer took a humorous take on the sword and sorcery genre, popularized by the likes of Conan the Barbarian in the previous decade. Over 30 years later, we pay tribute to some of comics’ longest-running ongoing collaborations for a discussion with the creators themselves! Join Richard and Wendy Pini (ElfQuest), Mike Baron (Nexus), and Mark Evanier (Groo) as they share the secrets to the success of a few of comics’ most revered story lines!

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