Friday, June 24, 2016

Aniplex of America Announces Charlotte English Dub and Product Release Details

Key’s Second Original Anime to Receive English Dub and Home Release
SANTA MONICA, CA (June 4, 2016) – At their industry panel at A-Kon in Dallas, Texas today, Aniplex of America announced their plans to dub and release the popular anime series Charlotte on Blu-ray this August. The all-star creative team of Jun Maeda (Original Story/Screenplay), Na-Ga (Original Character Design), and P.A. Works (Animation) reunited five years after making the hit anime “Angel Beats!” to create this completely original anime series. Volume 1 is scheduled for release on August 16th and Volume 2 on November 15th. Pre-orders for both SKUs will begin next Monday (June 6th) on the official Charlotte U.S. website (www.charlotteanime.com).

Assault On Stark Tower – Your First Look at UNCANNY INHUMANS #11! Plus the Debut of MOSAIC!

New York, NY—June 3rd, 2016 — With one of their own at the center of the conflict, Medusa leads her people into battle this June in UNCANNY INHUMANS #11 – a Civil War II tie-in! Superstar creators Charles Soule and Carlos Pacheco bring the fireworks as the Inhumans wage war against…Tony Stark? Fueled by the can’t miss events of Civil War II #2 – Medusa cannot stay neutral any longer. And she’s bringing her armies to the Stark’s doorstep…literally! Plus – this issue features the dazzling debut of the much-anticipated Mosaic? But who is this new Inhuman? And are they friend or foe? Find out as the drums of war beat in New Attilan this June in UNCANNY INHUMANS #11!

SUPERSTAR ARTIST DAVID FINCH IS COMING TO THE 2016 NEW JERSEY COMIC EXPO! TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!

Yo Jersey! Howyadoin'? Long time, no talk.
Since the last time we talked we have been hard at work on year number two of the New Jersey Comic Expo. The fans had a great time at the first year of the NJCE and the pressure is on to top last year.

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

MILLAR DAY JUST AROUND THE CORNER—COVERS REVEALED!

Image Comics is pleased to reveal the below JUPITER'S LEGACY, VOL. 2 #1 covers, which feature breathtaking artwork by Frank Quitely, Jae Lee, Mike Mayhew, and Rob Liefeld.
In celebration of the launch of JUPITER'S LEGACY, VOL. 2 #1 from Mark Millar (Kingsman: The Secret Service, Empress, HUCK, CHRONONAUTS, WANTED) and Frank Quitely, Image Comics previously announced that Wednesday, June 29, 2016 will be Millar Day.

Not Your Regular Zenescope Fare. E.V.I.L. Heroes Delivers Destruction July 2016!

HORSHAM, PENNSYLVANIA—HORSHAM, PENNSYLVANIA— As of late, Zenescope Entertainment has been rolling out a variety of titles that one might not associate with the popular publisher. A few weeks ago Zenescope released their Aliens vs Zombies trade paperback and they are nearing completion of their Escape from Monster Island series. Zenescope is also past the halfway point for their new urban legend horror title, Satan’s Hollow. This week is the unveiling of Death Force, a powerful revenge tale.

Yu-Gi-Oh! CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES PROVIDENCE CROWNS TAHMID ZAMAN CHAMPION OF MAIN EVENT AND DRAGON DUEL WINNER LYNDON NEFF

El Segundo, Calif. (June 1, 2016) – This past holiday weekend, the unofficial start to summer, gave way to even more reasons to celebrate for some at the Yu-Gi-Oh! CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (YCS) Providence. Tahmid Zaman found that he had outpaced the competition in the Main Event to earn himself the coveted spot of YCS Providence Champion. Additionally, young Lyndon Neff made a name for himself as he won the Dragon Duel Championship.

Monday, June 20, 2016

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES MULTIPLE NEW LICENSED PRODUCT PARTNERS FOR ONE-PUNCH MAN

A Collectible Array Of Unique High Quality Products Based On The Smash Hit Anime/Manga Action Series To Be Produced By Leading Brand Partners
San Francisco, CA, June 1, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, has announced several notable new product licensing partners for the hit anime/manga action property, ONE-PUNCH MAN.

National Cartoonists Society Names Ethan Young’s "Nanjing: The Burning City" Best Graphic Novel

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MILWAUKIE, OR— This past weekend, the National Cartoonists Society awarded the Reuben for Best Graphic Novel to Ethan Young for Nanjing: The Burning City, a brutal portrayal of a dark part of World War II history. “To receive the Silver Reuben has been such a proud moment for me. I was up against amazing competition, all published by Dark Horse Comics, so to have Nanjing: The Burning City selected truly humbles me. I hope my future work can continue to live up to the same standards,” remarked Young.

The Revolution Is Here

IDW Merges Their Iconic Hasbro Comics in an Epic Crossover Event
San Diego, CA (June 1, 2016) – IDW Publishing has unveiled its most ambitious comic book publishing venture in its history revolving around its fan-favorite titles based on Hasbro properties.
The “Revolution” event marks the birth of a comic book crossover that will be comprised of not only the TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE properties, but also all-new properties MICRONAUTS, ROM, and ACTION MAN, as well as the launch of a long-awaited M.A.S.K.: Mobile Armored Strike Kommand series.

Sunday, June 19, 2016

Aniplex of America Announces The Asterisk War English Dub and Product Release Details

Popular Anime Adaptation Slated to Receive English Dub and Home Release
SANTA MONICA, CA (June 4, 2016) – Aniplex of America announced today at their industry panel at A-Kon in Dallas, Texas their plans to dub and release the first season of The Asterisk War on Blu-ray starting this September. This anime series based on the hit light novel by Yuu Miyazaki will be released in two volumes, with limited and standard editions available for both. Volume 1 is scheduled for release on September 20th and Volume 2 on November 22nd of this year. Pre-orders for all four SKUs will begin next Monday (June 6th) on the official The Asterisk War U.S. website (www.asteriskwar.com).