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Comics, Pop Culture

DC Comics First Issues Coming November 2018

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Hello again my comic book reading folks of the readership of this here website; It’s time to continue the delivery of what is happening on the illustrated pages and this post covers what is coming from DC Comics side of the fence. I’m going to keep my introduction brief since it’s been an exhausting few days for me here at the PiercingMetal Media Command HQ but before you worry, please don’t as nothing bad is going on. There is just a sense of hyper-productivity going on and there are a lot of items to call to your attention from the last few days. That being said let’s take a look at the first issues and special editions hitting the racks from DC this month.

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“Justice League/Aquaman: Drowned Earth” #1

JUSTICE LEAGUE/AQUAMAN: DROWNED EARTH #1: “Drowned Earth” part one! The Ocean Lords—ancient sea gods with a grudge against Aquaman and Wonder Woman—invade the Earth with an alien army and flood the globe. As Batman, Superman and the Flash race to stop the waters from rising and turning everyone into aquatic monsters, Mera seeks the advice of an old enemy, and Arthur must face down Black Manta…or lose his connection to the ocean forever!

written by JAMES TYNION IV; art and cover by HOWARD PORTER
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Eaglemoss Collections Brings New DC Offerings To NY Comic Con

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The planning for NYCC time finds me rushing to get as much of the information out to you readers as possible and now without any further adieu here is the scoop on the new DC Comics collectibles that will be available at this weeks NY Comic Con at the Eaglemoss Collections booth. Check it out.

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The Press Release:
After a record-breaking showing in 2017, Eaglemoss Hero Collector, designers, manufacturers and publishers of high-quality collectibles from across the world of pop culture, are back at New York Comic Con, more heroically exciting than ever before!

Fans of DC Comics will be able to start or add to their collections – as well as purchase outstanding gifts for the fans in their lives – with special prices throughout the convention at Booth #1520, beginning Thursday, October 4th through Sunday, October 7th, at the Javits Convention Center on West 34th Street in New York City.

Taking center stage and standing nearly 14 inches tall are Mega-sized statues of two of the most popular members of the Justice League – THE FLASH and SUPERMAN. Each has been expertly sculpted of Polystone resin, hand painted and comes with a collector’s magazine. Best of all, they’re available for purchase on site at special convention prices.

The two latest entries in the Hero Collector line of Batman Universe Collector’s Busts will also be shown and available for purchase on site – CHRISTIAN BALE as BATMAN from The Dark Knight and HEATH LEDGER as THE JOKER from the same film. Averaging close to 5-1/2 inches in height, each richly detailed bust is crafted of Polystone resin, hand painted and comes with a collector’s magazine.
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Comics, Pop Culture

DC Comics First Issues Coming October 2018

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Hey there readers and before we get into this chapter please know we are a little more than 24 hours away from this years NY Comic Con and I am going to repeat myself for those just learning about us with this post, that I am once again attending this massive event. There are a lot of interesting items hitting the racks from DC Comics this month and if you peruse the list you can surely find something that will interest you. Let’s take a look shall we?

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“Batman Secret Files” #1

BATMAN SECRET FILES #1: Delve into Batman’s case histories and discover brand-new stories by some of comics’ most exciting talents. The BATMAN team of Tom King and Mikel Janin provides a framing sequence, setting up our hand-picked teams of creators to take a look at Bat-mysteries past and present. Featuring a bevy of Batman villains, including a look at how the Scarecrow’s fear toxin affects the common man, and a special story written by Tom Taylor with art by Brad Walker that teams the Dark Knight Detective with Detective Chimp. ONE SHOT

written by TOM KING, JORDIE BELLAIRE, RAM V., CHERYL LYNN EATON and TOM TAYLOER; art by MIKEL JANIN, JORGE FORNES, ELENA CASAGRANDE, BRAD WALKER and others; enhanced foil cover by MIKEL JANIN

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“Cursed Comics Cavalcade”

CURSED COMICS CAVALCADE #1: Horror! Death! Uh…Face-punching! Witness ten all-new stories that promise to be the most terrifying, most shocking and most horrific comic that DC Comics has ever published! (Hyperbole much?) Batman, Wonder Woman, Guy Gardner, Swamp Thing, Zatanna and more of your favorite heroes face unspeakable horrors from the streets of Gotham City to the darkest sectors of the universe.

written by JAMES TYNION IV, BECKY CLOONAN, BRYAN HILL, TIM SEELEY, RILEY ROSSMO GARY DAUBERMAN and others; art by MARK BUCKINGHAM, BECKY CLOONAN, RILEY ROSSMO, RICCARDO FEDERICI and others; cover by DOUG MAHNKE
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DC Entertainment Outlines Plans For NY Comic Con 2018

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Is it too early to say that the countdown to NY Comic Con has begun? Maybe it is but nonetheless, the convention draws ever closer and as a hopefully trusted scribe in geek, I am presenting to you with the doings and brewings happening on the DC Entertainment side of the fence. Let’s take a look.

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The Press Release:
Marked by star-studded panels, talent signings and must-see discussions celebrating its unrivaled portfolio of characters, DC returns to New York Comic Con (NYCC) with can’t-miss experiences. Every day of NYCC, taking place Oct. 4-7 at the Jacob Javits Center, DC’s spectacular booth (#SC01) will hold meet-and-greets with the biggest names in comics, showcase costumes and props from the highly anticipated Warner Bros. Pictures film Aquaman and serve as the hub for fans to experience the latest from DC’s new digital subscription service DC UNIVERSE.

Following the red carpet premiere of DC Universe and Warner Bros Television original live action series Titans that kicks off NYCC on Wednesday night, the cast will take the DC booth by storm with a can’t-miss Titans signing* on Friday at 1:15pm featuring stars
Brenton Thwaites, Teagan Croft, Ryan Potter, Anna Diop, Minka Kelly, Alan Ritchson, and Executive Producers Geoff Johns, Akiva Goldsman and Greg Walker.

The DC booth will host a robust schedule of signings* with the biggest names from the world of DC including:

Friday, 3:15-4:00pm – Producers and voice talent from the upcoming Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Blu-ray release Batman: The Animated Series, including Kevin Conroy, Loren Lester, Diane Pershing and producers Bruce Timm and Eric Radomsko
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“Batman Day” @ Forbidden Planet

Today is “Batman Day” and its the best way to celebrate all things involving the Caped Crusader. During the day, comic book mavens can get special edition comic books for FREE along with discounts on other related items. If Forbidden Planet in NYC is not a logistical possibility then use the Comic Shop Locator tool to find the participating retailer nearest you.

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