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If you haven't been keeping up with your comics media, here's some key links and reviews for you to check out what we've got going on in the news!
Avatar: The Last Airbender—The Search Part 2 Hits #1 On NY Times Bestseller List!
After an amazing show of demand for Dark Horse’s latest graphic novel, Avatar: The Last Airbender—The Search Part 2 soared to the top of the New York Times bestseller list last week!
Dark Horse Superheroes: The Secret Origin of Captain Midnight, X, Ghost & More | CBR
In the first of a two-part feature on Dark Horse's growing line of superhero comics, editors Jim Gibbons and Patrick Thorpe discuss how Captain Midnight galvanized the likes of Ghost, X, Brain Boy and more.
Pop Culture Hounding SDCC With Kazuo Koike, Corey Taylor, JR And The 315, With Added Orbiting Pods | Bleeding Cool
By Chris Thompson. I’ve just returned from the madness that is San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), and that can only mean one thing … interviews! Now I must warn you – most of this stuff is raw and unedited.
CBR TV @ SDCC: Richard and Wendy Pini Discuss "ElfQuest" | CBR
"ElfQuest" creators Richard and Wendy Pini stopped by the CBR Yacht at Comic-Con International 2013 to discuss the long history of the series, the recent partnership with Dark Horse and what's in store for the future.
Number 13, Straight From San Diego Comic Con’s Black Panel. You Must See This Immediately. | Bleeding Cool
Straight from the Black Panel at San Diego Comic con…. Number 13. Based on the Dark Horse comic. If you see only one thing from Con…
SDCC: Dark Horse Presents Joss Whedon | CBR
Joss Whedon, the mastermind behind "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Angel," shared secrets, stories and even "Avengers: Age of Ultron" hints during his annual Comic-Con International panel.
Zombie Chimp Axe Fight – Eric Powell And Kickstarting Goon At San Diego Comic Con | Bleeding Cool
The line for the Goon panel snaked around itself five times, and the Con staff had to squish all in attendance to the wall...
THE WEEK IN REVIEW
"Dear Dark Horse, please make more Akaneiro, and congratulate Aclin, Lolos, and Atiyeh on an incredible series." - Graphic Policy
"A fitting ending for the mini-series, still rich with comic talent." - Newsarama
"10 out of 10. The worst thing that can be said about Amala's Blade is that there simply isn't enough of it to satiate our newfound craving for this character. Indeed, perhaps the only thing that disappoints about this issue is that it's the end of the story for Amala and her merry gathering of miscreants and mayhem. With any luck, Horton and Dialynas have more like this up their sleeves." - Newsarama
"Amala's Blade #4 does mark the end of a great series. It closes some loops and effectively concludes a great story, despite the rushed feeling in some of the details. Steve Horton and Michael Dialynas together have created a desire in many to see more from them in Amala's world, and it would seem they intend to do more. Read this comic, go back and read the entire series, wait to read the trade, whatever you do, read it, fall in love with it, and tell Dark Horse you want more unique comics, especially more Amala's Blade." - Read Comic Books
"It’s worth grabbing the next issue of this comic, if only to see what Angel does now that he has Whistler in his grasp." - Fanboy Nation
"Angel & Faith #24 (Steve Morris cover) continues the mighty battle from #23 and it is so. Damn. Good. This is everything you remember from the show – humor mixed with chaos, edge-of-your-seat moments, and moments that make you yell, “YES KILL THAT A-HOLE YES.” Or maybe that’s just me." - Nerdy But Flirty
"This was a book that gave me some of the most fantastic art, memorable moments and intriguing turns than nearly any I was keeping up with. It was a fun ride and I'm sad to see it go. Mike Mignola, Fabio Moon and Gabriel Ba you all have outdone yourselves with your work here." - Comic Bastards
"As a whole, Vampire has been an incredible addition to the B.P.R.D. saga. On its own, the final issue was absolutely fantastic. This series got better with each installment and this didnt change for a single month. Even if youre not familiar with this huge universe, Vampire is a terrific horror comic book on its own." - Read Comic Books
"I'm ready for more Captain Midnight. Ready for more Nazi punching action and more polar bears. Well, I don't need the polar bears... but it'd be nice." - IGN
"CAPTAIN MIDNIGHT is a fun series and you should definitely check this out and be sure to track down the zero issue." - Comic Vine
"I am intrigued by this first issue, and recommend it if you are looking for a fun, yet very modern take on a golden age character. Dark Horse went a bit meta by not only reintroducing the comic book reader of 2013 to Captain Midnight, but introducing the character to the year 2013." - Comicosity
"With mystery finally solved, “House of Gold and Bones” #4 ends its terrifying journey into a nightmarish reality. If you have all the issues, now would be a great time to pick out all the clues and see how the mystery works as a whole piece." - Bloody Disgusting
"Clark's art definitely reinforces the dreamlike and musical nature of the book." - Unleash the Fanboy
King Conan: Hour of the Dragon #3
"10 out of 10. Writer Tim Truman adds narration that hits just the right note for a pulp story, mixing his own lines with Robert E. Howard's for a note-perfect comic." - Newsarama
"Overall, King Conan from Truman, Giorelllo and Villarrubia is a smash hit. This will become a measuring stick for every future story that involves Conan. Writing that is spot on, art that can't be beat and the fact that it's adapted from the legendary Robert E. Howard makes this series an absolute winning combination. Check this out." - Read Comic Books
The Last of Us: American Dreams #4
"This final issue also thrives as much as the previous three have on the strength of Hicks' visuals. Her art style is far removed from the looks of the game, which helps give the comic its own sense of style and identity." - IGN
"The artwork remains consistently good. Hicks' style isn't overly complicated or detailed, but visually expressive when it matters. She conveys an array of emotion when illustrating the characters' expressions, and knows how to build up suspense through lively panel work when the script calls for high-action scenes." - Bloody Disgusting
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