Laugh-out-loud and with plenty of action, The Goon Volume 12: Them That Raised Us Lament makes for an entertaining read. While playing tribute to B-movies, writer/artist Eric Powell adopts a cartoony style that is well-worth your attention. By the time you finish reading, you’re definitely going to become a fan of “The Goon” series. READ MORE
The religious aesthetic of the American South is one of the most prevailing tropes in horror fiction to date; only to be matched by the “The Chosen One” concept dominating the urban fantasy sub-genre—Bonus points if the Chosen One happens to be a reluctant teenaged girl, sworn to fight against the forces of darkness. Dark Horse Comics’ Alabaster: Wolves is an amalgamation of all these common tropes, yet Caitlin R. Kiernan manages to write a series that falls far outside its clichéd foundation. READ MORE
The best vampire love story on the market comes to an intense conclusion in the final chapter of the five part story arc of Tim Seeley’s Ex Sanguine. This story is flirted with a new type of vampire mythology and loaded with themes of forbidden love. Though this may seem a tad similar so many garbage pop culture vampire stories, it is anything but. It takes a lot of guts and creativity on Tim Seeley’s part to take a very taboo topic and make it into something that reflects well on the horror genre. READ MORE
With vivid imagery and strong storytelling, To Hell You Ride #3 continues the series with another terrific installment. As the story gains momentum, this is a comic you will have trouble putting down. READ MORE
In this final chapter, The Strain #11 concludes the visual adaptation of Guillermo Del Toro and Chuck Hogan’s epic-sized novel. At breakneck speed, the plot twists and last-minute surprises keep the story riveting right until the last pages. Since the beginning and now in its conclusion, “The Strain” has been an incredibly fun read. READ MORE
Dark Horse just sent out this preview for a new title from John Arcudi, Jason Latour, and Mike Mignola, Super Soldier. As far as we can gather, the title will feature Sledge-Hammer 44 and his actions throughout the second World War. Check it! READ MORE
Marv Wolfman and Gene Colan’s 1990s classic, The Curse of Dracula, is back and its getting a deluxe hard cover edition from Dark Horse Comics. This vampire horror tale follows a mysterious man who invades the San Francisco area and Jonathan Van Helsing who will stop at nothing to bring him down. This new printing features previously unseen sketches by the legendary Gene Colan.
“The Curse of Dracula” HC hits shops on February 13th, 2013. READ MORE
Creativity is the key word for this week’s issue of Hellboy in Hell. Mike Mignola showcases his skills at story crafting and illustration, while the recent Ghastly Award winner for best colourist, Dave Stewart, showcases his abilities as well. This is a massive issue for the new arc of Hellboy; fast paced, intricate, and is topped off with a good ‘ol fashion throw down. Being in his place of birth, Hellboy the closest he’s ever been to his destiny as Lord of Hell. this fact is undoubtedly leading into some serious events within Mignola’s universe. READ MORE
Jump into these vivid visuals of the supernatural because Colder #4 continues to get better and even more entertaining. The creepy imagery and the fast-paced storytelling will definitely get you hooked. READ MORE
Christos Gage joins Jeff Parker once again, to deliver another plot driven issue of Dark Horse Comics’ Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow – Wonderland. And though it’s not the most riveting installment of the series thus far, a moment of highest dramatic tension, accompanied by a significant character reveal at the end of the fourth installment will forgive any predictability in the script. Unfortunately, the fandom will be less forgiving of the implications derived from the insinuated series’ end, as it fosters an undesirable future for both Willow, and the BuffyVerse. READ MORE
The Ghastly Award Judges are proud to announce the Winners of the 2012 Ghastly Awards. Nominees were chosen from entries nominated by their professional peers: Comic Book Artists, Writers, and Publishers. Winners were chosen by the Ghastly Awards Judges, Comic Book Creators and the Fans. The Ghastly Judicial Panel congratulates all 2012 Winners and Nominees. It is an honor to be recognized by your fellow professionals for such outstanding work in horror comics. Hit the jump for the full list of winners. READ MORE
Dark Horse Comics’ R.I.P.D.: City of the Damned #3 reaches critical peak in the story’s action, as Peter Lenkov and Jeremy Barlow set the stage for the epic finale. And with only one more issue ready for release next month, the dramatic tension is layered on thick with the introduction of a new villainous character, whose blasphemous intentions will surely make for a riveting conclusion that’s not to be missed. READ MORE
With Universal Studios set to release a film version of the iconic counterculture character played by Chloë Moretz (Let Me In, Kick-Ass) in the near future, the return of Emily the Strange to Dark Horse Comics could not be more timely. Creator Rob Reger, along with co-writer Mariah Huehner (True Blood, Angel) and artist Emily Ivie (The Locked Maze, Rotsterarsil), team up to deliver a full-color, three-issue miniseries titled “Emily and the Strangers”, and it’s zorking amazing. READ MORE
With tons of blood-splattering action, Criminal Macabre/30 Days of Night: Final Night #2 kicks up the excitement, boasting a great crossover of two horror titles. One of these two franchises won’t make it out alive from the war between vampires and humans. From the looks of it, we’ll be kept guessing who will be left standing in the end. READ MORE
Matt Kindt’s Mind MGMT just debuted last year from Dark Horse Comics, but it has already been picked up by Twentieth Century Fox with Ridley Scott onboard to produce under his Scott Free banner. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Dark Horse’s Mike Richardson and Keith Goldberg are onboard as producers. They have already begun the search for a writer to adapt the story.
“Mind MGMT” follows Henry Lime, who is the top agent for a government agency of psychic spies. After suffering from a breakdown, Lime causes the entire town to kill one another. Lime resurfaces years later, when he saves Meru, a true crime novelist who begins to investigate the mysterious agency. READ MORE
After a delayed release, Victor Gischler and Dark Horse Comics finally deliver with the fifth, and final, installment of Spike: A Dark Place. While some fans seem hopeful that the extended hiatus will bring forth a satisfying and momentous ending to Spike’s journey, the creative team struggles to develop the full potential of the series, leaving a lot to be desired and questioned. READ MORE
As with any anthology, Dark Horse Presents #20 is a bit of a mixed bag. The issue is, by turns, visually delightful, unexpectedly captivating, and occasionally frustrating. There are stories that will leave you yearning for to read more and others that will leave you with that unfulfilled feeling of eating only an appetizer when you’re really craving an entree. READ MORE
Dark Horse just sent out this teaser for Dream Thief, with text that reads, “If I fall asleep, I’ll kill again”. No details have been released, but we imagine it’s a crime story about dreaming. Check it below. READ MORE
There was always something about pulp heroes I found intriguing growing up. For one thing, they were nearly impossible to find except for random magazine articles or movies on TV late at night. I think what I found most fascinating was that these heroes existed in another era, back when my grandparents were young. Also, I knew almost nothing about them. Now comes a new addition to this pulp pantheon in the form of The Black Beetle: No Way Out #1 and it is pure enjoyment. READ MORE
The pages of The Strain #10 are alive with pulse-pounding suspense and hard-hitting action sequences. As the plot comes to a near-close, tons of twists and turns are laid out at breakneck speed. Highly entertaining, “The Strain” is an incredibly fun read. READ MORE
Andrew Chambliss and Dark Horse Comics deliver a well-rounded issue with Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 9 #17. The second installment of this four-part story arc entitled, “Welcome to the Team,” sees our Slayer being forced to join a mystical council in L.A. after Illyria teleports her away from San Francisco. There, she’s involuntarily recruited to defeat a past foe who’s hell-bent on endangering what little mystical energy remains on Earth. Surprise cameos and interesting plot developments galore, Chambliss writes an enjoyable issue. Unfortunately, where he excels in script, Jeorges Jeanty, expectedly, falls short in the art department. READ MORE
An ambitious revenge/western horror hybrid, To Hell You Ride #2 continues to be a visually sweeping tale. This is a comic you will not be able to put down. After playing such memorable roles in film and TV, readers will discover that actor Lance Henriksen certainly has a knack for comics writing. READ MORE
American McGee and Spicy Horse started a Kickstarter last week for a new video game, Akaneiro: Demon Hunters, and the folks at Dark Horse have already swept it up for a comic book series. The series is set to follow a traditional Japanese folklore mixed with elements of Red Riding Hood, who fends off wolves and other demons. The comic will be written by Justin Aclin, with art from Vasilis Lolos. Check more below. READ MORE
We’ve got a small roundup of Dark Horse solicitations for early summer for you to feast your eyes on. Check out the covers and details for “To Hell You Ride” #5 and “The Strain” Volume 2. READ MORE
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