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Preview: Saga of a Doomed Universe #3

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Saga of a Doomed Universe #3

Written & Illustrated by SCOTT REED
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In 1984, the unlikeliest heroes emerge at the world’s end: a memory-powered loser named Super-Sleuth and the often-held-hostage heroine, Psionica. Reality itself is now threatened, thanks to original series creator Burt Colt, who has broken into this Bronze Age lost classic. He’s desperate to whistle-blow the terrible truth behind his erased comics career, even if it dooms his comic book creations…and the universe itself!

56 pages and four amazing covers! Prestige Format!

Saga of a Doomed Universe #3

Preview: Saga of a Doomed Universe #3

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Saga of a Doomed Universe #3

Written & Illustrated by SCOTT REED
UPCs
Cover A: 79394597449800311
Cover B: 79394597449800321
Cover C: 79394597449800331
Cover D: 79394597449800341
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In 1984, the unlikeliest heroes emerge at the world’s end: a memory-powered loser named Super-Sleuth and the often-held-hostage heroine, Psionica. Reality itself is now threatened, thanks to original series creator Burt Colt, who has broken into this Bronze Age lost classic. He’s desperate to whistle-blow the terrible truth behind his erased comics career, even if it dooms his comic book creations…and the universe itself!

56 pages and four amazing covers! Prestige Format!

Saga of a Doomed Universe #3

Preview: Saga of a Doomed Universe #2 (of 3)

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Saga of a Doomed Universe #2 (of 3)

(W) Scott Reed (A/CA) Scott Reed
In Shops: Dec 28, 2022
SRP: $8.99

The Bronze-Age of comics ends here! It’s 1984, and Earth’s greatest hero, Masked Champion, finds himself powerless against this impending apocalypse. Meanwhile, original series creator Burt Colt highjacks everyone’s plans, as he uncovers the horrifying reality behind this story!

Saga of a Doomed Universe #2 (of 3)

Preview: Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 (of 3)

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Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 (of 3)

(W) Scott Reed (A/CA) Scott Reed
In Shops: Nov 30, 2022
SRP: $8.99

CEX Publishing is proud to present 1984’s most shocking comic book, revealed at last! The heroes have been murdered – all except for Roy Brannon, a costumed loser who could never become the champion that Earth needs. Now, it will be Roy’s chance to prove everyone wrong…. even if he has to destroy the entire Universe to do it! This is the comic that changed everything, presented in three triple-sized volumes with six covers, including homages to some of the other comics that changed everything!

Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 (of 3)

Review: Saga of a Doomed Universe #1

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Saga of a Doomed Universe #1

This is it. 1984’s most shocking comic book, revealed at last! The heroes have been murdered — all except for Roy Brannon, a costumed loser who could never become the champion that Earth needs. Now, it will be Roy’s chance to prove everyone wrong…. even if he has to destroy the entire Universe to do it! That alone would make an intriguing comic to read but Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 delivers so much more with a multi-layered story that’s unexpected from that already interesting teaser.

Written by and with art by Scott Reed, Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 seems like it’s a simple homage to the major events of the 1980s. Take some Crisis, mix it with a little Miracleman, then dance between the clash of new and old, and that alone would make an entertaining read. But, this debut is so much more. Peppered throughout the issue are notes from the creator of the comic itself. Hints of a poisoning and a hidden real-world history buried in the series makes what was a simple exploration of comic history into something far more. What that more is? We’ll have to wait to find out.

Saga of a Doomed Universe‘s main story itself is enough of a draw. It starts simple enough as heroes doing their thing saving the day and then shifts into something dark and sinister. It’s a pivot from the more innocent age of comic heroes into the darker comics of the 80s. Heroes die in gruesome ways, bombs go off, clothes get skimpy. Even the villains remark at how messed up things get. The comic’s brilliance is that it both takes itself seriously through all of this but also delivers the moments with a wink, nod, and a bit of humor. When things get going, it gets going and the deaths and reactions feel like they challenge each other in the silly over-the-top nature of their delivery. It’s hard to not smile and laugh as the comic feels like it nails the exaggerated nature of 80s comics as they shifted their tone.

Reed nails the design and look of the comic as Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 mixes old-school designs with a bit more “modern” aspects. Deaths have a bit of gore but don’t linger, the characters themselves feel inspired by classic designs of Kirby, Ditko, and more. The comic subtlety uses Ben-Day Dots to stick the landing of its retro style.

Then there’s the meta aspect of it all. It’s best to just experience it as it’s unexpected, intriguing, and adds twist to the comic that makes it all really stand out from it’s already great premise.

Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 is a fantastic debut that’s far more than what was teased leading up to it. There’s an inception like aspect to it all that will leave readers either hooked or scratching their heads at the mystery teased. This is one that fans of “meta” comics will absolutely need to pick up as well as those who have enjoy a little retro sendup.

Story: Scott Reed Art: Scott Reed
Story: 8.5 Art: 8.5 Overall: 8.5 Recommendation: Buy

CEX Publishing provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

Purchase: comiXology/Kindle

Preview: Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 (of 3)

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Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 (of 3)

(W) Scott Reed (A/CA) Scott Reed
In Shops: Nov 30, 2022
SRP: $8.99

CEX Publishing is proud to present 1984’s most shocking comic book, revealed at last! The heroes have been murdered – all except for Roy Brannon, a costumed loser who could never become the champion that Earth needs. Now, it will be Roy’s chance to prove everyone wrong…. even if he has to destroy the entire Universe to do it! This is the comic that changed everything, presented in three triple-sized volumes with six covers, including homages to some of the other comics that changed everything!

Saga of a Doomed Universe #1 (of 3)

The most shocking event of 1984 concludes this December from CEX Publishing

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SAGA OF A DOOMED UNIVERSE #3 (OF 3)

Created by SCOTT REED
Retail Price: $8.99
On Sale 12/28

In 1984, the unlikeliest heroes emerge at the world’s end: a memory-powered loser named Super-Sleuth and the often-held-hostage heroine, Psionica. Reality itself is now threatened, thanks to original series creator Burt Colt, who has broken into this Bronze Age lost classic. He’s desperate to whistle-blow the terrible truth behind his erased comics career, even if it dooms his comic book creations…and the universe itself!

56 pages and four amazing covers! Prestige Format!

Diamond IDs: SEP221493 / SEP221494 / SEP221495 / SEP221496
Lunar Product Codes: 0922CX354 / 0922CX355 / 0922CX356 / 0922CX357

DIVIDE #2 (OF 2)

Written by KARIM AHMAD
Illustrated & Cover by DAVID N. GORDILO
Retailer Price: $6.99
On Sale 12/28

Divide continues with cover-to-cover prison break action in this double-sized chapter, presented in perfect bound, prestige format! The true danger of the demonic President’s vitriol is revealed! Salim and Jaffer, must unite their fellow inmates in revolt if they stand any chance of escaping this detention center with their souls intact and finding a way home from the empty maw of uncharted space.

Diamond IDs: SEP221489 / SEP221490
Lunar Product Codes: 0922CX350 / 0922CX351

FLOWERS FOR HENRY

Written by NIKOLAI FOMICH
Cover A by JG JONES
Illustrated & Cover B by ANTONELLO COSENTINO
Retail Price: $4.99
On Sale 12/28

When sickly young Henry Brixton befriends a ghost named Edwin, he discovers the world his father shielded him from – Victorian London! But as their friendship grows, Henry learns that his newfound freedom comes at a price, in this gorgeous one-shot comic, featuring a stunning watercolor cover by legendary artist JG Jones! 

Diamond IDs: SEP221491 / SEP221492
Lunar Product Codes: 0922CX352 / 0922CX353

SANTA VS ZOMBIES

Written by KOJI SAKAI, CW COOKE
Illustrated by CESAR DIAZ LEGASPE, ANDY POOLE
Retail Price: $19.95
On Sale 12/28

Just a meal and a place to sleep in the barn… When Jessa, the miller’s daughter, offers simple comforts to Willow and Gideon in return for a bit of work, the runaway princess and her fox spirit companion are more than willing to take Jessa up on it. After all, being on the road has its dangers, and the respite while they search for answers to Gideon’s cursed collar is more than welcome. But when the discovery of a murdered royal and a forsaken ghost comes to light, the two travelers realize they’ve stumbled into something far more sinister… 

Diamond ID: SEP221497
Lunar Product Code: 0922CX358
ISBN: 978-1-947659-63-6

Get a Look at CEX in November including the Most Shocking Event of 1984!

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SAGA OF A DOOMED UNIVERSE #2 (OF 3)

Created by SCOTT REED
Retail Price: $8.99
On Sale 11/30

The Bronze-Age of comics ends here. It’s 1984, and Earth’s greatest hero, Masked Champion, finds himself powerless against this impending apocalypse. Meanwhile, original series creator Burt Colt highjacks everyone’s plans, as he uncovers the horrifying reality behind this story!

56 pages and four amazing covers!

Diamond IDs: AUG221303 / AUG221304 / AUG221305 / AUG221306
Lunar Product Codes: 0822CX263 / 0822CX264 / 0822CX265 / 0822CX266

DIVIDE #1

Written by KARIM AHMAD
Illustrated & Cover by DAVID N. GORDILO
Retailer Price: $6.99
On Sale 11/30

When Salim is separated from his family and imprisoned with countless other Muslims and immigrants, he and his allies develop a plan to return home. But can they escape before this prison’s supernatural secret consumes them all?

Inspired by current events, this double-sized first issue of DIVIDE brings you a monstrous and heart-rending story about the toll of divisive politicking and family separation!

Diamond IDs: AUG221300 / AUG221301
Lunar Product Codes: 0822CX261 / 0822CX262

SPARKS OF CHAOS #3 (OF 3)

Written by TEMUR SCHELM
Art by ALEX MALYSHEV, GLEB MELNIKOV
Cover A by ALEX ”EX” MAKAROV
Covers B & C by ALEX MALYSHEV
Retail Price: $7.99
On Sale 11/30

We’ve reached the end! But the end of what? Of the story? Of the Demigods? Of humanity’s creativity? Or maybe the end of the Monogod’s reign? Dionysus, can you save us?!

Featuring interconnected A Covers in the style of a Greek vase, each oversized issue contains 48 pages of Gods and Monsters battling for the fate of our world!

Diamond IDs: AUG221307 / AUG221308 / AUG221309
Lunar Product Codes: 0822CX267 / 0822CX268 / 0822CX269

OUTLAND ENTERTAINMENT

FOX & WILLOW: CAME A HARPER

Written by ELIJAH C. RICHARDSON JR., LEROY E. BRYANT II, ALANA JOLI ABBOTT
Illustrated by CHRIS YARBROUGH, LEE OAKS, FIGUE
Cover by CHRIS YARBROUGH
Retail Price: $19.99
On Sale 11/30

Just a meal and a place to sleep in the barn… When Jessa, the miller’s daughter, offers simple comforts to Willow and Gideon in return for a bit of work, the runaway princess and her fox spirit companion are more than willing to take Jessa up on it. After all, being on the road has its dangers, and the respite while they search for answers to Gideon’s cursed collar is more than welcome. But when the discovery of a murdered royal and a forsaken ghost comes to light, the two travelers realize they’ve stumbled into something far more sinister… 

Diamond ID: AUG221302
Lunar Product Code: 0822CX270
ISBN: 978-1-947659-65-0

FOX & WILLOW: CAME A HARPER

Discover the Saga of a Doomed Universe this October

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This October, CEX presents 1984’s most shocking comic book, revealed at last: Saga of a Doomed Universe #1. The heroes have fallen, only one remains: costumed loser Roy Brannon. Can Roy step up and become the champion the world needs? Or will the sinister Doctor Nihilist succeed in his plans of conquest? The fate of the universe is in Roy’s hands.

Saga of a Doomed Universe is an epic love letter to the event comics of the 1980s. Featuring bronze age style art provided by series creator Scott Reed, it channels the charm and allure of the era in a complex story you’ll want to re-read again and again.

Saga of a Doomed Universe follows in the footsteps of epic comics from the 80s like; Secret Wars, Crisis on Infinite Earths, and Watchmen. It’s a massive opus steeped in comics lore that every comics reader will enjoy. The story grabs you from the beginning and won’t let go until the end.

Scott Reed is a critically acclaimed comic book writer and artist with over 30 years of experience and who has worked with publishers like Malibu Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics as well as many others. 

Issue one of Saga of a Doomed Universe will feature 5 variant covers, all created by Reed, that will pay respect to some of the greatest covers of the 80s, including beautiful wrap-around covers that homage the character guides of the time.

Saga of a Doomed Universe is a three issue miniseries printed in prestige format.

Preview: Independence Day Classic Collection

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INDEPENDENCE DAY CLASSIC COLLECTION

Writers: PHIL CRAIN, RALPH MACCHIO (BASED ON IDEAS & CONCEPTS BY DEAN DEVLIN & ROLAND EMMERICH
Artists: TERRY PALLOT, STEVE ERWIN, ROD WIGHAM, GABRIEL GECKO, LEONARD KIRK, SCOTT REED, STEVE MONCUSE, PHIL MOY, LARRY WELCH
FC – 112pp – $12.99 – On Sale: May 18

Collecting the original comics adaptation by Marvel, this essential compendium perfectly captures the high-octane approach of Devlin/Emmerich’s 1996 blockbuster and comes bursting with brand new content, artwork and much more!

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