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+++++ From Jim McCann at Marvel Comics http://www.marvel.com The Road to Civil War is Paved with Controversy... and BETRAYAL! Ripped from the pages of NEW AVENGERS, the Eisner award-winning team of Brian Bendis and Alex Maleev present this all-new special. An explosive hidden story of Marvel's secret past, the secret history of Marvel's most secret team -- how they came together and how they are ripped apart. The events in this book act as a prologue to not one but two entirely different Marvel blockbuster summer events- CIVIL WAR and PLANET HULK. Here are the first interior pages from this issue, showing the beginning strains that will cause the Marvel U to break! Get the FULL story on what really happened in NEW AVENGERS: ILLUMINATI and why this is the beginning of the end for so many this summer. Look for more, exciting preview pages in the coming days! The Marvel Universe is about to split down the middle and the line is drawn here!!! CIVIL WAR is coming! You will need to make a choice: whose side are you on? Well... whose side are you on??? NEW AVENGERS: ILLUMINATI Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by ALEX MALEEV Cover by GABRIELE DELL'OTTO 48 PGS./Rated A ...$3.99 FOC 3/9/06, On Sale 3/29/06 Ultimate Spider-Girl?! Starting in Ultimate Spider-Man #91, Spider-Man is going to be getting some help in the form of a new superhero - Ultimate Spider-Girl?! And now that this new heroine is patrolling New York, exactly how does Peter Parker feel about it? Guest-starring the Ultimate X-Men, Ultimate Spider- Man #91 also features the introduction of another character to the Ultimate Universe - Ultimate Deadpool. When he leads his Ultimate Reavers in an attack on the X-Mansion, quality-time is over for a visiting Peter Parker and his girlfriend Kitty Pryde. Jam-packed with first appearances and mutants, Ultimate Spider-Man #91 is part one of the "Ultimate Deadpool" arc and begins the countdown towards the milestone one hundredth issue of Ultimate Spider-Man. And what does all this mean for Spidey's burgeoning relationship with the X-Men's Kitty Pryde? Will this relationship be over before it starts or will the two teen heroes take it to the next level? ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #91 (JAN061997) Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Pencils & Cover by MARK BAGLEY "DEADPOOL" Part 1 (of 5). Spidey makes a trip to the X-Mansion to hang out with new gal pal Kitty Pryde only to find the School For Gifted Youngsters has been taken over by-Ultimate Deadpool and his Marauders! Uh-oh. Seems like a good time to cut class. Guest-starring the Ultimate X-Men! 32 PGS./RATED A ...$2.50 FOC - 2/16, On Sale - 3/8/2006 Thunderbolts Reach the Century Mark The Thunderbolts can no longer call themselves "new" as they reach their milestone 100th issue and resume their original numbering. In this giant-sized anniversary issue, the machinations of Zemo are revealed and a T-bolt will make the ultimate sacrifice for redemption. Yes, one of our heroes will die. But who? Thunderbolts #100 finds Zemo taking on the cosmically powered Photon and the winner.gets to save the universe? Plus, original T-bolt Moonstone returns, but whose side is she on? Thunderbolts #100 features an all-new full length story and is jam-packed with centennial anniversary bonus materials. Its been a hundred issues since the T-bolts were revealed to be the Masters of Evil, but can these reformed villains be brave enough heroes when the entire world is on the line? Check out the 104 page Thunderbolts #100 to find out. THUNDERBOLTS #100 (JAN062059) Written by FABIAN NICIEZA Pencils & Cover by TOM GRUMMETT Everything old is new again as the New T-Bolts resume their original numbering! A 100th issue giant-sized extravaganza featuring ZEMO vs. PHOTON! And the winner will save the universe! The return of Moonstone! M.A.C.H. IV vs. Songbird! And a T-Bolt makes the ultimate sacrifice for redemption! And by the time the smoke clears, the Thunderbolts will have been shaken to their core! Features an all-new full length story, plus Special Centennial Anniversary Materials! 104 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$3.99 FOC - 2/16, On Sale - 3/8/2006 Marvel's Ares #1 Sells Out, Enjoying Ungodly Success Comic fans and retailers have been pleasantly surprised with Ares #1 as the sales and overwhelming positive critical reviews have made the series a certifiable hit. The reinvigoration of the God of War by the creative team of Michael Avon Oeming and Travel Foreman has even led to some speculation of Ares making an impact across Marvel Universe after the mini- series concludes, with the hint that he'll be joining a major superhero team by year's end. Oeming's unique and compelling take on the black sheep of the Gods as well as Foreman's detailed and gritty art has led to a mountain of stellar reviews as high as Mount Olympus. Hilary Goldstein of IGN.com calls Ares #1 a "Must have.Oeming has handled Gods just fine in the past, but he's never made one feel quite as human and relatable as Ares in this debut issue." Fanboyreview.com says, "[Oeming] takes a character that you have absolutely no reason to care about, and not only makes him sympathetic, he makes him engaging. This book gives you a lot of story and art for your money, so do yourself a favor and check it out." Don MacPherson of TheFourthRail.com says artist Travel Foreman "captures an impossible world of myth in impressive detail." The personal drama (Ares's human son has been kidnapped by his father Zeus in order to blackmail him into defending Olympus) as well as the gore (Ares is the God of War, after all) is guaranteed to increase with each issue. Be sure to pick up issue Ares #3 as Ares must decide whether or not to assist his fellow Gods. And what effect will the arrival of his eternal nemesis Hercules have on an already seething Ares? Note there may be copies of issue #1 still available at the retail level. Retailers are advised to check their orders on issue #3. ARES #3 (of 5) (JAN062006) Written by MICHAEL AVON OEMING Pencils & Cover by TRAVEL FOREMAN 32 PGS./ PARENTAL ADVISORY .$2.99 FOC - 2/16, On Sale - 3/8/2006 Preview of Finch's Spider-Man Unlimited #14 David Finch is taking the time to tackle your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man in the pages of Spider-Man Unlimited #14, but Spider-Man isn't the only one gracing Finch's story. It not only features Web-head teaming up once again with the Black Cat but Spider-Man takes on his long-time nemesis.Dr. Doom?! Writer C.B. Cebulski could not be happier to work with David Finch, and on Spider-Man of all characters. "When Marvel read my Spider-Man Unlimited script, someone mentioned it would be the perfect story for Finch to tackle," says Cebulski. "The stars must have been in alignment as it just so happened David had a hole in his schedule between New Avengers and Moon Knight that needed filling, and I'm honored he accepted the assignment. As you can tell from the pencils, I believe he had a blast drawing it!" Check out this six-page preview for a peak into the blast Finch and Cebulski had at teaming up Spider-Man and the Black Cat to take down Victor Von Doom. Before his revamp of Moon Knight coming this April, you cannot miss David Finch taking on the Amazing Spider-Man in Spider-Man Unlimited #14. SPIDER-MAN UNLIMITED #14 (JAN062005) Written by C. B. CEBULSKI and JOE REITMAN Penciled by DAVID FINCH and RON GARNEY Cover by DAVID FINCH 32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99 FOC - 2/16, On Sale - 3/8/2006 +++++ From THE PULSE by Heidi MacDonald and Jennifer Contino at: http://www.comicon.com/pulse/ WONDER CON DCU: MORRISON ON BATMAN The biggest news from the DCU panel today at Wonder Con is that Grant Morrison is taking over the writing on Batman after the James Robinson story ends. Bob Wayne, Dan DiDio, Howard Chaykin, Geoff Johns, Mark Waid, Greg Rucka, Grant Morrison, Paul Dini, Stuart Moore, and Steve Wacker were on the panel today. The Panel began with a teaser trailer for Superman Returns and a plug for the panel which will be held later in the day. The audience was really excited about getting a chance to see the clip and responded enthusiastically to the snippet. One of the first things talked about was the upcoming Brad Meltzer run of Justice League of America. The panelists confirmed it will launch with a zero issue in July, with a special guest artist they wouldn't name yet. Then issue one will be out in August with Meltzer and series artist Ed Benes. Greg Rucka described his upcoming Checkmate series as "Realistic Tom Clancy-esque story, mapping out real world problems." He said the members of Checkmate upper encheleon will be: "Amanda Waller as the White Queen, the Black Queen is Sasha Bordeaux, the Black Knight is Fire, and the White King is Alan Scott." Grant Morrison will be writing Batman after the James Robinson story. He couldn't say who is doing the art, but he did say it features Tailia in the first issue and it's called "Batman and Son." They will reveal who the new artist on Batman in next issue of Wizard. RANDOM NOTES The Secret Six from Gail Simone is coming out in May and follows up on the Villains United series. The Crisis Aftermath The Spectre begins in May. It's three issues from writer Will Pfeifer. Howard Chaykin said when he takes over on Hawkgirl there will be "more airborne violence and Kendra will be dating most of the DCU." In Teen Titans, Robin and Wonder Girl are members for sure on the team. Everyone else will be determined as the One Year Later progresses. In JSA, Paul Levitz is doing six issues and then "it looks pretty strong after that." Geoff John isn't leaving the title he has plans in place for them early next year. The Supergirl in the monthly Supergirl and Supergirl that we see in the pages of Legion of Super-Heroes are one and the same. Mark Waid said, "For Supergirl in the Legion of Super-Heroes half of the team will be impressed in the King Arthur kind of way and the other half will think of her as a sort of comic book character." Rucka said when he takes over on Supergirl there's a possibility she might have what he described as "identity issues." Green Lantern Geoff Johns recapped what he said yesterday that when the One Year Later story begins, Hal Jordon will be searching for the Green Lantern Corps he hurt as Parallax and that will put him up against the Cyborg Superman and Manhunters. For Superman/Batman Mark Verheiden and Kevin Maguire are on issue # 27 and then the new series artist Ethan Van Sciver joins up on issue # 28. The first story is with the Huntress and another character teaming up to rescue Superman and Batman. Detective Comics writer Paul Dini wants to bring the book back to its roots with one issue stand alone stories with a mystery element to them. "I plan on using old villains and introducing some new ones as well." Joining Dini in Detective is artist Rags Morales. All Star Superman issue # 4 is Jimmy Olsen versus Superman. They can't say who new writers are for Action Comics and Wonder Woman yet. The Flash is not dead according to Geoff Johns. The Fate of Cassandra Cain/Batgirl is up in the air. As far as Birds of Prey, Barbara Gordon will remain wheelchair bound. There are no more plans for the Seven Soldiers after 52. Two of the Seven Soldiers will be in 52. Morrison said he would however like to do a Frankenstein or Guardian ongoing series if possible. VERTIGO NOTES FROM WONDER CON BY CHRIS WOOD and DAVE SIKULA At Wonder Con, Executive Editor Karen Berger, Howard Chaykin, Joshua Dysart, David Tischman, and Steve Leialoha were on hand to talk about the Vertigo Universe in 2006. Here are the highlights: The Fables: 1001 Nights of Snowfall original novel by Bill Willingham and various artists will feature new never before seen Fable characters. It's the story of Scheherazade, with Rose in that role. The art is by Brian Bolland, John Bolton, Michael Kaluta, Mark Wheatley, and others. There will be a Jack of Fables ongoing spin-off series from Willingham with art by Tony Atkins. The first issue of that is due in stores this July. The Pride of Baghdad by Brian K. Vaughn and Niko Henrichon is due in stores this September. The graphic novel about a family of lions in Iraq is based on an article that Vaughn read. Can't Get No by Rick Veitch is a story about a man whose one drunken and drug filled night ties him to 9/11. The original graphic novel is due in stores this June. Sloth by Gilbert Hernandez, is a graphic novel described as a surreal, romantic story should hit comic stores in July. The Bite Club: Vampire Crime Unit by David Tischman and Howard Chaykin with art by David Hahn is a five issue mini-series that follows the exploits of the Miami Vampire Crimes Unit. According to Chaykin, it contains "more sex and violence." Tischman also noted that he and Chaykin would be "open to more follow ups." Chaykin expanded on the idea for the story. "We had basically killed off all the characters, but still wanted to explore the world, so we created a special crimes unit for managing vampire crime in Miami. There's a vampire murder in a nightclub, and the vampire cops are far more fucked up than the vampire mobsters. The original series was an immigrant comic book; we used the vampire point of view to express the experience of Jewish and Cuban immigrants and other minority groups who land in South Florida." Chaykin said, "The immigrant nature of the book is what you pin it on. And the sex is part of that." Chaykin also noted, "This is the most fucked up shit of my career. (It) brings out in me a truly reprehensible side in me that keeps me young and fresh. I still forget that you can't do everything in a comic book - and I keep doing it. It's really dirty; it's funny dirty, not grim dirty. I don't like grim filth." In non-DC news related to Howard Chaykin, Berger mentioned that former Vertigo editor Andy Helfer is now working for a mainstream publisher on a line of "novel graphics." Helfer wanted Chaykin to work on a Frank Sinatra volume, but he couldn't. "I couldn't afford to do it for the money he was offering," Chaykin said. "This is a vocation, as well as an avocation." Berger mentioned other books in that series will focus on such subjects as Malcolm X and 9/11. The Deadman series is a new take on the character by Bruce Jones. Deadman is no longer Boston Brand, but a pilot. The Sandman Mystery Theatre: Sleep of Reason graphic novel tells the story of a new Golden Age Sandman connected to Wesley Dodds. It's not directly about Wes Dodds and Diane Belmont, though. It's a new Golden Age Sandman, connected to the first Sandman, but it takes place in the present day Middle East. 100 Bullets continues on with 30 issues left to go, and, according to Karen Berger, "a new Minute Man will be revealed soon." As for what's happening in the Swamp Thing Dysart said the Floronic Man is "coming soon." Upcoming guest artists include Jock and Dean Omstron. Swamp Thing and Abby will be "coming together" in Ormstron's fill-in issue, and begin the end of Swamp Thing's "period of alienation." The first part of American Splendor from Harvey Pekar and various artists is due in April. There will be an Absolute Sandman edition or rather editions, containing the whole 75 issue series with cool extras. Expect the first edition to be released next year. Garth Ennis and Steve Dillion's proposed City of Lights is on hold according to Berger, due to their busy schedules. Lastly, Karen Berger is meeting with writer Grant Morrison to discuss a new Vertigo project. Berger then introduced DC Marketing VP Bob Wayne, who showed trailers for The Fountain and V For Vendetta, and announced a drawing for tickets for screening of V For Vendetta late Saturday night. IMAGE COMICS AT WONDER CON PARTICIPATING IN THE IMAGE PANEL AT WONDER CON BY BOMB QUEEN'S JIMMIE ROBINSON Jim Demonakos came up to me at the Image booth and said, "Be ready at 5 'o clock for the panel to talk about Bomb Queen." To this I said, "Me? But I saw the schedule and I'm not on it." His reply was, "We got a slide show presentation and your art is on it, so yeah, you're on the panel." So at 5 PM I head up there. Joined by, Erik Larsen, Mark Smith, Zack Sherman, Frank Cho, and Rick Remender. Frank Espinoza couldn't make the show due to a schedule conflict. Jim Demonakos moderated - well ... once we got things rolling that is. The slide show had some technical difficulties (no fault of anyone, just an adapter situation) so for about ten minutes we were just talking in random. While waiting for the slide show to get fixed we introduced ourselves to the 20+ people in the room. Then the problem was fixed, the lights went down and the show was on. A number of Image books were shown. Just the covers. Each creator talked about his book when the cover came up on screen. I, in particular kinda blew my presentation - one of those hindsight things where ALL the wrong things were said, and not the right high-pitch/concept. Funny, Erik Larsen didn't know about Bomb Queen (it's a Shadowline/Image book via Jim Valentino - not Image Central), and it JUST shipped to stores this Wednesday (48 hours ago) so I explained it a bit. I really wish I had the chance to do it again ... I kinda botched the pitch. Anyway, Frank Cho talked about his "Women" hardcover art book. Several audience questions went to asking about Zombie King, and when Liberty Meadows or the FULL version of Shanna would come out. Frank said he's pretty busy at Marvel, so his schedule is kinda full, thus no Zombie King at least for the rest of this year. Rick Remender talked a bit about Sea of Red and Fear Agent, but strangely (pun intended) Strange Girl didn't come up on screen, or in his discussion. Zach Sherman has a great book called, Seal Team Seven - basically about the underwater world of Atlantis in a dispute with us land dwellers and the seven soldier unit sent down there to clean it up. Bullets and action. I've seen the art, it rocks BIG TIME. Think SOCOM meets The Abyss. Mark Smith talked up Amazing Joy Buzzards, but in a weird way, Frank Cho missed it. Even after Mark gave a description of the book when the slide show wasn't working, and then again when it was working, Frank asked, "What is that Incredible Joy Buzzards about?" The panel chimed back, "Amazing Joy Buzzards". Mark yet again, explained it. Frank Cho: "So this is like a love story or something?" Mark: "Well, there's a romance in it, but no." Frank: "Do they have like superpowers?" Mark: "No, just a regular band that gets caught up in these adventures..." Frank: "Oh, so is there like a talking dog in it?" This went on for a tiny bit, but it was funny. Perhaps it was scripted to give more love to AJB - which is a kick ass book, and I have the pleasure of sitting next to Dan Hip at the Image booth watching him make art. Erik Larsen took a slew of Image Comics questions. Topics ranging from submissions, to lawsuits, to smut and scheduling. Some of the books covered on the slide show: The Tourist Spawn Savage Dragon Amazing Joy Buzzards Fear Agent Sea of Red Seal Team Seven Bomb Queen Death Jr. Frank Cho's "Women" Sight Unseen Thanks for subscribing to the Comic Book Network Electronic Magazine (CBEM) --------------------------->Disclaimer<--------------------------- This is an ANNOUNCE only mailing list, only the Editor can send messages to the list. No one else has access to the subscriber list. Replies to these messages will be received by the Editor ONLY, so you must CC: individual contributors if you want them to get your E-Mail. The E-mail to the E-mag MAY be used in future issues at the Editor's discretion UNLESS you specifically request that they not be. It is our policy to withhold names and/or Addresses, by request only, from letters of comment. 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