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Aspen Comics in December 2014

OVERTAKEN #2

Frank Mastromauro – Story / Marco Lorenzana – Art / Wes Hartman – Colors

Prepare yourself for the return of – OVERTAKEN!

Picking up from the shocking events of issue #1… after months of dead ends and uncooperative authorities, Will Harden focuses his desperation to find his missing wife and turns to an unlikely source to help locate her…but is it already too late?? As he begins to unravel the truth, Harden will discover that the answers he seeks are far out of this world!

Written and created by Frank Mastromauro, featuring artwork by the talented newcomer Marco Lorenzana, OVERTAKEN is going to take your breath away and leave you gasping for more!

OVERTAKEN #2 is in stores December 17th, 2014!

FC 32 pages $3.99

RETAILER NOTE: OVERTAKEN #2 will ship with a standard direct cover and an Aspen RESERVED Variant Edition cover by Fathom artist Alex Konat and colorist Peter Steigerwald that is available to those who reserve copies through their retail store. Each cover is available to order separately, with no quantity limitations or restrictions.

OVERTAKEN #2 RETAILER INCENTIVE:

For every 12 total combined copies of the standard and Konat Reserved variant edition covers ordered, retailers will receive 1 (one) FREE J. Scott Campbell sketch edition cover with the option to purchase up to (3) additional J. Scott Campbell sketch edition Covers at net $8 each.

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FATHOM: SOURCEBOOK #1

Michael Turner ; various – Art / Peter Steigerwald ; various – Colors

Your journey into the FATHOM Universe begins here!

Michael Turner’s best-selling Fathom series has celebrated over 15 years of thrilling adventures, and now fans and new readers alike can dive even deeper into the depths of the Fathom Universe with Aspen’s first-ever FATHOM: SOURCEBOOK! Jam-packed from cover to cover with detailed character profiles, in-depth power charts, revealing story elements and so much more–this is the definitive source to learn about all things Fathom!

FATHOM: SOURCEBOOK #1 is in stores December 10th, 2014!

FC 32 pages $4.99

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HOLIDAY REOFFERS:

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: HIT LIST TPB

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS vol 1 TPB

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS vol 2 TPB

FATHOM: KIANI BLADE OF FIRE TPB

SOULFIRE DEFINITIVE EDITION TPB

SHRUGGED vol 1 TPB

MICHAEL TURNER TRIBUTE

THE LOST SPARK NOVEL

Aspen Comics in April 2013

JIRNI #1

JT Krul – Story / Paolo Pantalena – Art / Brett Smith – Colors

Take an incredible JIRNI with Aspen’s newest ‘10 for 10’ series debut!

Discover a whole new world of adventure! Trekking through a violent and dangerous frontier of savage barbarians, devious thieves, and wild creatures, a warrior-princess named Ara searches for her mother, who was stolen away from her kingdom by a mysterious sorcerer with the help of his powerful D’jinn.  What great and terrible secrets await her in the distant horizon? Prepare to experience an epic tale of fantasy and wonder without boundaries. This is Ara’s quest. This is Ara’s destiny. This is Ara’s – JIRNI.

After years of preparation, creator JT Krul is ready to take you on a JIRNI unlike any other! Accompanied by the incredible talents of artist Paolo Pantalena and colorist Brett Smith, prepare yourself for the ride of a lifetime and the premiere of 2013’s newest hit series!

JIRNI #1 is in stores April 17th, 2013!

FC 32 pages $1.00

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SHRUGGED #2

Frank Mastromauro – Story / Jonathan Marks – Art / Beth Sotelo – Colors

The long awaited return of SHRUGGED continues!

You think you’re prepared, but you’re not. You’ve been decisive in your actions up to this point, but now things have been turned upside down. You feel you’ve conformed your mindset and are ready to accept what you’re about to experience, but you haven’t. That’s because SHRUGGED is back and ready to blow your mind!

An evil unlike any other has made its way back to Perspecta and he’s going to teach everyone there the true meaning of the word fear. Meanwhile, Theo’s troubles have only just begun as his new teacher isn’t quite what he seems and the recent arrival of Lou, the pretty girl on Theo’s track team, has the What If Mafia on overdrive. How can Ange hope to keep Theo’s focus on graduating, and how is it that Dev is screwing things up worse??

Created by Michael Turner and Frank Mastromauro, with illustrations by newcomer Jonathan Marks and colors by Beth Sotelo, make sure to listen to the voices inside your head and pick up a copy of SHRUGGED #2 today!

SHRUGGED #2 is in stores April 10th, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

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LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN #3

David Wohl – Story / Cory Smith – Art / Jon Starr – Colors

What is the mystery of the LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN?

When 17-year-old Brayden Arashi discovered that he and his siblings were part of an ancient and powerful ninja family called the Shadow Clan, he thought his troubles were over. A mediocre student and athlete with no hobbies to speak of, he was one of those people that just never did anything particularly well. But now, finally, he felt like he was part of something special. Unfortunately for Brayden and his family, their troubles are just beginning, because the Arashi had a deadly rival– the GHOST CLAN– a vicious and deadly group of ninja who’ve been searching for the Shadow Clan for centuries…and now they’ve found them!

Writer David Wohl is joined by the artistic talents of Cory Smith and colorist John Starr, as they bring to you the thrilling new adventures of the LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN!

LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN #3 is in stores April 3rd, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: IRIS (vol 3) #5

David Wohl – Writer /Alex Lei– Art / Teo Gonzalez – Colors

The Extinction finale has arrived!

In this, the final chapter of the thrilling Executive Extinction crossover, Iris seeks vengeance for her fallen comrade and forces a final showdown with the man who murdered them–the vicious and malevolent Mazutsu. But to get to him, she must cross paths with her own employer, the C.I.A., as well as her greatest nemesis, Rose, who is seeking a little revenge of her own. In the end, only one will survive, and THIS time, it’s permanent!

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: IRIS (vol 3) #5 is in stores April 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #10

Vince Hernandez – Writer / Jordan Gunderson – Art / Teo Gonzalez – Colors

Can anyone hope to survive the final Extinction?

It is life or death for Executive Assistants Lily, Ivy and Aster as they attempt to fight their way out of an ambush at the hands of the traitor within their group! Mazutsu’s army of soldiers, led by Rose, have them surrounded, stacking the odds further against their favor! The pulse-pounding crossover “Executive Extinction” reaches its bloody conclusion within the pages of Assassins, and no Executive Assistant is guaranteed to survive!

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #10 is in stores April 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

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THE LOST SPARK

JT KRUL – Writer

“I’ve lost my marbles.”

When fourteen year-old Angie hears these simple words uttered from her aging grandfather’s lips, she has no idea that it will send her on a journey into a hidden world of magic born from childhood imagination – one that bonds each and every one of us to our own unique spark, a special talisman with wondrous powers.  Like many over the years, Angie forgot about her spark, as her mind grew cluttered with the challenges of life, the stresses of school, and the tragic loss of her mother.

Now, Angie will need all her strength and courage as she rediscovers this world because there is a secret danger whispering in the shadows. Her grandfather was wrong.  He didn’t lose his marbles.  They were stolen from him, and if Angie isn’t careful, she could be next.

An adventurous tale of wonder, The Lost Spark celebrates the magic of childhood – the fantasy of imagination, the darkness of the unknown, and the beauty of friendship that knows no bounds.  Prepare to enter a world both familiar and new, and one that you’ll never want to leave.

THE LOST SPARK is in stores April 2013!

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FATHOM VOL 3: WORLDS AT WAR – EXCLUSIVE HARDCOVER EDITION

Michael Turner ; JT Krul – writers / Ale Garza – pencils / Sal Regla – inks / John Starr – colors

Aspen is proud to offer you the exclusive Hardcover version of Michael Turner’s Fathom vol 3: Worlds at War! Containing everything that was Fathom volume 3, this beautiful 284 page Hardcover is strictly limited to only 500 total copies produced. This is an absolute must for any Aspen, Fathom, Michael Turner, or comic book fan, period. Quantities are limited and allocations may occur so act fast!

The FATHOM VOL 3: WORLDS AT WAR – EXCLUSIVE HARDCOVER EDITION is in stores April 2013!

FC 284 pages $79.99 HC

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Aspen Comics in January 2013

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: IRIS (vol 3) #2

David Wohl – Story / Alex Lei – Art / Teo Gonzalez – Colors

Iris is back, but will she make it through the – Executive Extinction!

The “Executive Extinction” crossover reaches a deadly turning point as Iris encounters an ALL NEW Executive Assistant–Jasmine—and the results are perilous! With her employer already kidnapped and held by the Russian Mafia, Iris makes a shocking decision that could end with her own death!

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS creator David Wohl is joined by newcomer Alex Lei and series vet Teo Gonzalez, to bring you the thrilling third volume as the “Executive Extinction” crossover event continues!

Executive Assistant Iris (vol 3) #2 is in stores January 16h, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

RETAILER NOTE: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS (vol 3) #2 will ship with two different covers by artists Alex Lei and Emilio Laiso. Each cover is available to order separately, with no quantity limitation or restrictions.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS (vol 3) #2 RETAILER INCENTIVE:

For every 12 total combined copies of the Lei and Laiso covers ordered, retailers will receive 1 (one) FREE copy of the Elizabeth Torque cover with the option to purchase up to three (3) additional Elizabeth Torque covers at net $5 each.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #7

Vince Hernandez – Writer / Jordan Gunderson – Art / Teo Gonzalez – Colors

The Extinction begins!

The return of Executive Assistants Orchid and Lotus can only result in one possible outcome—more bloodshed! As Lily and Aster struggle to find a way to get to and kill the EA killer, Mazutsu, the pair quickly realize it’s better to make amends and unite as group, or risk dying as individuals as the “Executive Extinction” crossover continues!

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #7 is in stores January 16th, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

RETAILER NOTE: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ASSASSINS #7 will ship with two different covers by artists Jordan Gunderson and Emilio Laiso. Each cover is available to order separately, with no quantity limitation or restrictions.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ASSASSINS #7 RETAILER INCENTIVE:

For every 12 total combined copies of EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ASSASSINS #7 ordered, retailers will receive 1 (one) FREE copy of the Elizabeth Torque cover with the option to purchase up to three (3) additional Elizabeth Torque covers at net $5 each.

CHARISMAGIC: THE DEATH PRINCESS #3

Vince Hernandez – Story / Emilio Lopez – Art / Jocelyn Dunn – Colors

The final battle for Earth will decide the fate of not only all magical beings—but also mankind as well! The powerful Kon and his collective group of magical entities wage war on Orlana and her thundering army, as they must defeat the Death Princess at all costs, or risk losing everything!

Created and written by Aspen’s own Vince Hernandez, with stunning art by Emilio Lopez and Jocelyn Dunn, don’t miss out on the final issue of CHARISMAGIC: THE DEATH PRINCESS!

CHARISMAGIC: THE DEATH PRINCESS #3 is in stores January 9th, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

RETAILER NOTE: CHARISMAGIC: THE DEATH PRINCESS #3 will ship with two different covers by Charismagic series artist Khary Randolph and series artist Emilio Lopez. Each cover is available to order separately, with no quantity limitation or restrictions.

CHARISMAGIC: THE DEATH PRINCESS #3 RETAILER INCENTIVE:

For every 10 total combined copies of CHARISMAGIC: THE DEATH PRINCESS #3 ordered, retailers will receive 1 (one) FREE copy of the alternate Pop Mhan cover with the option to purchase up to three (3) additional Mhan alternate covers at net $5 each.

SOULFIRE (vol 4) #5

J.T. Krul – Story / Mike DeBalfo – Art / Nei Ruffino  – Colors

Michael Turner’s epic fantasy adventure surges forward into a bold new era!

Malikai and his friends attempt to survive and defeat the onslaught of a deadly horde of destructive dragons. Meanwhile, the magical races of the Everlands might have to resort to the unthinkable in order to defeat them—the fusing of magic…with technology!

From veteran SOULFIRE scribe J.T. Krul, and featuring the amazing art of Michael DeBalfo along with fan favorite colorist Nei Ruffino, this is the SOULFIRE tale three volumes in the making! New and returning fans will NOT want to miss out as the biggest SOULFIRE story ever told continues right here!

SOULFIRE (vol 4) #5 is in stores January 23rd, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

RETAILER NOTE: SOULFIRE (vol 4) #5 will ship with two different covers by Soulfire series artist Mike DeBalfo and artist Pop Mhan. Each cover is available to order separately, with no quantity limitation or restrictions.

SOULFIRE (vol 4) #5 RETAILER INCENTIVE:

For every 12 total copies of SOULFIRE (vol 4) #5 ordered, retailers will receive one (1) FREE copy of the DeBalfo Exclusive Cover, with the option to purchase up to three (3) additional DeBalfo Exclusive Covers at net $5 each.

IDOLIZED #5

David Schwartz – Writer / Pasquale Qualano – Art / David Curiel – Colors

Aspen Comics proudly presents their first ever super-hero series, IDOLIZED!

It’s the final chapter in the first volume of IDOLIZED, as Joule and her fellow members of the Top Ten face off against Stasis and his followers.  With the whole world watching, will Joule become the hero she has the potential to be, or will she give in to her old fears and anger and fail once again?  The answer may just surprise you in this shocking climax to Aspen’s first-ever superhero series!
Written and created by David Schwartz, with gorgeous art by Pasquale Qualano and David Curiel, and featuring a photo cover starring supermodel Rachel Clark, you won’t want to miss out on the finale to this innovative new series from Aspen Comics!

IDOLIZED #5 is in stores January 2nd, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

RETAILER NOTE: IDOLIZED #5 will ship with two different covers by series artist Pasquale Qualano and a character photo cover featuring supermodel Rachel Clark. Each cover is available to order separately, with no quantity limitation or restrictions.

IDOLIZED #5 RETAILER INCENTIVE:

For every 10 total copies of IDOLIZED #5 ordered, retailers will receive one (1) FREE copy of the alternate Rachel Clark Photo Cover, with the option to purchase up to three (3) additional Rachel Clark Photo Covers at net $5 each.

THE LOST SPARK

JT KRUL– Writer

“I’ve lost my marbles.”

When fourteen year-old Angie hears these simple words uttered from her aging grandfather’s lips, she has no idea that it will send her on a journey into a hidden world of magic born from childhood imagination – one that bonds each and every one of us to our own unique spark, a special talisman with wondrous powers.  Like many over the years, Angie forgot about her spark, as her mind grew cluttered with the challenges of life, the stresses of school, and the tragic loss of her mother.

Now, Angie will need all her strength and courage as she rediscovers this world because there is a secret danger whispering in the shadows. Her grandfather was wrong.  He didn’t lose his marbles.  They were stolen from him, and if Angie isn’t careful, she could be next.

An adventurous tale of wonder, The Lost Spark celebrates the magic of childhood – the fantasy of imagination, the darkness of the unknown, and the beauty of friendship that knows no bounds.  Prepare to enter a world both familiar and new, and one that you’ll never want to leave.

THE LOST SPARK is in stores January 9th, 2013!

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