Arriving in stores today is the first issue of Top Cow’s The Darkness/Pitt crossover. The company sent us a sneak peek that you can check out, before you purchase the issue later today.
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SDCC’09: Applehead Factory brings Mayhem to show
Applehead Factory is sent to bring Mayhem to the San Diego Comic Convention next week. Only this kind of Mayhem comes in the form of the Messenger of Mayhem messenger bag featuring the company’s Teddy Scares on them.
This year we are actually offering a set of exclusives that include: screen-printed messenger bag, custom sketchbook/journal, custom SDCC 09 patch, blood pen, and Teddy Scares pin. We are offering a limited number of 100 bags, each priced at $30.
For those that “forgot” to bring their own bag to the show, this one might do in a pinch.
Tyrese Gibson knows how to sell comics
Press Release
TYRESE GIBSON’s MAYHEM and Image Comics announce their presale efforts through a partnership with Los Angeles, CA’s Meltdown Comics have exceeded single store records not seen since the early nineties with over ten thousand units sold.
“The success of MAYHEM is a golden opportunity for all retailers to tap into this new influx of readers and in-store foot traffic that Tyrese brings with him,†Meltdown owner Gaston Dominguez said. “Tyrese is a 2.0 celebrity who is a marketing workhorse and whose brand spans across movies, music, and TV. Team MAYHEM are in it to win it! They are sincere and want to put out good products that cater to their fan base and beyond. Believe me when I tell you that if Tyrese Twitters your store name you will get calls and in-store orders.â€
Marvel Sneak Peek: The Stand: American Nightmares #4
In stores today is the latest installment of Marvel’s adaptation of The Stand. Take the jump for a peek, and if it gets you excited, be sure to visit your local comic store to pick up a copy.
Pitt meets The Darkness in August
Dale Keown’s character, Pitt returns to comics in August as part of The Darkness/Pitt crossover event. The three-issue series will be written by Paul Jenkins with art by Keown.
The story behind The Darkness/Pitt follows Pitt and his human half-brother Tim on their mission to New York to track down those infected by an alien virus. But mob boss and current bearer of the mystical power of The Darkness, Jackie Estacado, doesn’t permit anything to go down in his neighborhood unless he knows about it. When the two forces attract the unwanted attention of the Federal Government, mayhem ensues!
â€Darkness/Pitt has been a labor of love but it has been well worth it. As always, I’m excited to work with Dale on Jackie Estacado, a character we’re so familiar with, and I’m gratified he’s allowed me the opportunity to work with characters so near and dear to his heart in Pitt and Tim,†commented writer Jenkins in a prepared statement, “The book looks as beautiful as I always hoped it would, and I trust fans will forgive me for bringing a voice to some of Dale’s most beloved creations.â€
Take the jump for a look at the two covers to the series.
Doomsday Comes to DCU Online
I think this one slipped passed a couple of people, but Sony Online Entertainment and DC have unveiled Doomsday will appear in the upcoming DC Universe Online MMORPG.
Born on the planet Krypton during a time when only the strongest creatures could survive, Doomsday was the result of a rapid natural selection process bred to hate all life. Doomsday’s body is covered with vicious bony spurs that can render even Superman’s skin. His endurance makes him almost impossible to kill. He is the epitome of villainous power and strength. With the ability to regenerate after every battle, Doomsday becomes bigger and stronger; therefore no opponent of his has ever defeated him twice.
Don’t think that Doomsday is a mindless creature destroying everything in his path just because he hates all living things. He can think and reason, which makes him a valuable weapon to anyone seeking to manipulate and control his rampages of mayhem and destruction. But who could possibly want to do such a thing? That’s right: Lex Luthor is obsessed with capturing Doomsday to turn him into the ultimate minion for Luthor’s destructive plans.
The story of when Doomsday attacked Metropolis is a tragic one. During Doomsday’s rampage, an epic battle erupted on the streets of Metropolis where neither Superman nor Doomsday would back down. Superman knew Doomsday’s rage would fuel the fight driving the battle on as Superman continued to weaken, incurring severe wounds which began to drain his stamina. In the end, the two combatants attacked each other simultaneously with a fatal blow, leaving both lifeless in front of The Daily Planet Building – perfectly situated for a cover story that would shatter the world.
Take the jump for a gallery or images from the company.
Mr. Stuffins Twitters
I know every Major Spoilers reader is already following us on Twitter, and now you can add a second friend to your list by following the adventures of Boom! Studios’ Mr. Stuffins.
MR. STUFFINS #1 hit store shelves this past Wednesday, April 30th with the tag line, “My teddy bear’s a secret agent!” and follows the adventure of a cute cuddly teddy bear who has all the moves of James Bond. When a scientist succeeds in creating Artificial Intelligence, he discovers to his horror that the government plans on making it a weapon. On the run, he hides the program inside a mechanical toy bear. An unsuspecting family buys the toy bear and a little boy discovers a new best friend – a cute, cuddly toy bear with all the training of Jason Bourne! Chaos, fun, and mayhem ensue, from the creator of EUREKA Andrew Cosby and EUREKA writer Johanna Stokes!
Here’s what Mr. Stuffins had to say in his latest tweet:
Mister Stuffins is now following Major Spoilers on Twitter. Why? Because he outranks me. It’s in my programming.
Oh yeah. There’s plenty more comedy gold awaiting those who end up following the cuddly bear that’s been reprogrammed with a new AI.
Marvel Sneak Peek: Ms. Marvel #38
With Moonstone masquerading as the new Ms. Marvel in the Dark Avengers, where does that leave Carol Danvers? Marvel has sent Major Spoilers a sneak peek of Ms. Marvel #38, that arrives April 29, 2009.
Boom! Studios Sneak Peek of the Week
While Boom! Studios may have had a plethora of titles arriving this past week, next week is just as interesting with the release of Zombie Tales #9, and the Warhammer 40,000: Fire and Honour hardcover. Take the jump for a sneak peek, provided by our friends at Boom!
Dinobots Arrive at IDW
Press Release
(San Diego, December 8, 2008) Transformers fans have been waiting for the DINOBOTS to get a series of their very own for a long time. At last, IDW releases the long-awaited, full-fledged modern day debut of the Dinobot team in The Transformers: Maximum Dinobots. The book will be in stores December 10.
Bringing some of the most popular characters from the original cartoon back to life with a fresh take are Transformers uber-scribe Simon Furman, artist Nick Roche, and colorist Josh Burcham, with cover art by Marcelo Matere and Roche.
The Transformers: Maximum Dinobots brings together the team for the first time in thousands of years, but it’s far from a happy reunion. And out to spoil the party further is SCORPONOK and his Machination/HEADMASTER army. But he has two AUTOBOTS hot on his trail in SUNSTREAKER and HOT ROD.
And when all parties collide, expect mayhem, machinations, melee, and, of course, Maximum Dinobots!
The story enhances the rich tapestry of TRANSFORMERS lore for long-time readers, but also is friendly for new readers – anyone can start at Page 1 and not miss a beat. And the first issue arrives just before Christmas on December 10th!
It’s an adventure not to be missed!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99, Diamond Order Code OCT08 4206
Vandervoort Returns to Smallville
For whatever reason, the very mention of Laura Vandervoort on the Major Spoilers website, sends the counter through the stratosphere. It’s been a couple of months since the Smallville star has been mentioned, so why not get the search engines in a tizzy again?
Vandervoort will reprise her role as Kara on the November 6th episode of Smallville. Last time we saw her, she was trapped in the Phantom Zone, but if Kal-El can return, why can’t Supergirl? The episode finds Clark and Lois transported to the Phantom Zone, where they meet Kara who is somehow able to send the duo back to Earth, but not herself. Who else makes it through? Zod’s wife for one, so you know mayhem will ensue.
Red Hulk Smash Puny Toys!
Diamond Select Toys has announced the online retailer Big Bad Toy Store will be the exclusive distributor of the Marvel Select Red Hulk. While the sculpt is similar to the green golliath, the head change and paint job set this figure off from the rest.
Fresh from his debut in Hulk #1, this mysterious mayhem-making menace has just begun his assault on the Gamma-powered individuals of the Marvel Universe and he’s shown no signs of slowing! As with the upcoming Marvel Select Hulk figure, the Red Hulk stands approximately ten inches tall and features multiple points of articulation as well as a rubble-heavy base.
Pre-orders are being accepted now for the figure that will ship in the fall. The figure is a tad pricey at $24, but it also stands 10-inches high.
Full image after the jump.