The image comes from a recent video interview that Didio gave at Newsarama where he briefly discusses the “return of Barry Allen” and what heroes of his caliber bring to the DC Universe. I thought it was a great image of the recently returned Scarlet Speedster and knowing that I hadn’t seen it, I thought [...]
Archive for January, 2009
Bone Vol. 9, The Final Color Volume
Posted in Comics & Graphic Novels, tagged Bone, Jeff Smith on January 29, 2009 | 4 Comments »
The end of Jeff Smith’s Bone is a very bitter sweet thing for me. On the one hand I completely loved the epic story and proudly showcase it, along with the Art of Bone HC, on my bookshelf at home as one of the greatest comic works I’ve ever had the pleasure of reading…but on [...]
Batman Brave and the Bold: Fall of the Blue Beetle
Posted in Animation, tagged Batman Brave and the Bold, Blue Beetle on January 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
One of the things I was able to do on my day off yesterday was to finally catch my first episode of the new Batman series, “Fall of the Blue Beetle,” and as a huge fan of the 90’s animated series, I”m happy to say that I really enjoyed it and that the show has [...]
A “Snow Day” in North Texas II: P3: FES Update
Posted in Comics & Graphic Novels, tagged Calvin & Hobbes, SNow Day on January 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
While at work yesterday, on a miserable Monday full of cold drizzle and near freezing temperatures, I thought to myself: “I can’t believe we haven’t had a single snow day this year. Usually by now we’ve had at least one.” I shook off the thought, but by yesterday afternoon I started to hear talk of [...]
“Rocket House” by Scott C.
Posted in Comics & Graphic Novels, tagged Rocket House, Scott Campbell on January 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
As y’all know by now, I dig Scott C’s. quirky sense of humor, his impeccable comedic delivery, and the fantastic illustrations, so you can imagine that I’d dig the “Rocket House” here.
Be sure to check out Scott’s blog (or see his portal on the sidebar) for more information on an upcoming show in L.A. — [...]
Meggan to Return?!
Posted in Comics & Graphic Novels, tagged MI:13, Captain Britain, Meggan, Paul Cornell on January 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
According to Newsarama there had been a rumor circulating last week that Captain Britain & MI:13 was on the chopping block, but thankfully, over the weekend Marvel quickly squashed the rumor…and while promising a strong commitment to the book, and an upcoming storyline featuring none other than Doctor Doom and Dracula, they provided readers with [...]
Usagi Yojimbo’s 25th Anniversary: Yokai & FCBD 2009
Posted in Comics & Graphic Novels, tagged Stan Sakai, Usagi Yojimbo, Yokai on January 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Comic Book Resources just wrapped up and in-depth interview with with Dark Horse Comic’s Executive Editor Diana Schutz, and its worth noting here at the blog that during the second part of the interview she provides a hint about what we can expect during the anniversary celebration…and notice she uses the word “event[s]” in the [...]
Power Stone Collection (PSP)
Posted in Gaming, tagged Capcom, Power Stone Collection, PSP on January 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Here’s to Capcom’s Power Stone Collection (PSP), and the best $6 dollars I’ve spent so far this year! The collection features both Power Stone, and Power Stone 2, originally produced for the Dreamcast, and while I hate to admit that it’s my first go around with the games, they’ve quickly endeared themselves as a couple [...]
Mickey Mouse In Color $20 Special
Posted in Ducks & Disney, tagged Floyd Gottfredson, Mickey Mouse on January 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Alright, I’m going to assume that you didn’t quite heed my recommendation last year and that you let this classic Gottfredson Mickey collection slip through your fingers? Well, that’s alright because Gemstone is making Mickey Mouse in Color their “Spotlight” item again and that means you’ve got another shot at owning this gem. It also [...]
Flight Explorer & Missile Mouse by Jake Parker
Posted in Comics & Graphic Novels, tagged Jake Parker, Missile Mouse on January 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
My copy of Flight Explorer featuring Jake Parker’s Missile Mouse finally arrived last Friday (as part of another order it was delayed several months) and I can happily report that I found some time to sit back and read the feature story over the weekend. The reader jumps right into the cockpit with Missile [...]







