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A Comics Feast Second Helping! All The Free Comic Book Day Comics Reviewed, Part II
The Phantom, Hermes Press Hermes Press brings to print classic collections, and this FCBD offering focuses on the Phantom, who I have only a passing knowledge of previously But looking through this republished 1960's origin story for the Phantom, he of purple body suit and stripey underoos, and two stories, one from the Gold Key and[...]
A Comics Feast! All The Free Comic Book Day Comics Reviewed, Part I
So it's free but those hardcovers are expensive. I generally like detailed histories of people, whatever the subject, and hip-hop is as good a one as any, making this my favourite FCBD comic of 2015 A good one to start on Recommended for those who read comics thirty years ago. Mercury Heat, Avatar Press Kieron Gillen and Omar[...]
Fifty Dollar Comic Book Day?
Some folk can't get to a comic store on Free Comic Book Day. But with some publisher ramping up the importance of the comics to upcoming events, is it
The Forbidden Planet FCBD Doctor Who Signing Is In The FCBD Doctor Who Comic
In a manner of speaking. This weekend, Forbidden Planet London is hosting two signings, one for the FCBD Doctor Who comic with Al Ewing and Rob Williams at 1pm and then for 2000AD FCBD title with Matt Smith (that's the editor of 2000AD, not… oh you know), Pye Parr, Ben Willsher and Mike McMahon from 3pm. But a quick peek inside the Doctor[...]
Preview Valiant's 25th Anniversary Special For FCBD
This issue kicks off the company's 25th Anniversary celebration. The year's can't-miss celebration officially kicks off on May 2nd in the FCBD 2015: Valiant 25th Anniversary Special – featuring two all-new stories and a myriad of never-before-seen special features chronicling Valiant's storied place in comics history! First, New York Times best-selling writer Jeff Lemire and blockbuster artist[...]
Jetpack Comics Makes Its FCBD Pitch To Mark Millar
To win, the staff have to dress up as Millarworld characters for FCBD. So, yes, it's a thinly disguised way for comic stores to promote Mark Millar's comic books, fighting amongst themselves for the trophy. Well, Jetpack Comics of Rochester, North Hampshire taking the initial lead it seems… In addition to costumed staffers, they will be hosting Nemesis For Nepal[...]
A Big Change For The Savage Dragon – FCBD Spoilers
Follow other FCBD coverage here later today Be warned… spoilers kill. And find more about Free Comic Book Day here. We covered the controversy over the choice for Savage Dragon to be the Image Comics Free Comic Book Day title of choice But now we have a chance to read it. There's a big of an exposition[...]
2000AD Rips Stories Straight From The Headlines – FCBD Spoilers
Especially you say this next…. 2000AD FCBD Special will be available on May 2nd from comic stores that choose to carry it  And on it's back cover, a tribute to the late Bret Ewins… Follow other FCBD coverage here later today. And find more about Free Comic Book Day here. Around the world in dense expensive cities, new[...]
The Future Of The Justice League And The Darkseid War Laid Bare – FCBD Spoilers
Well, you have waited some time… See more FCBD coverage right here. And for more on Free Comic Book Day itself, go here.           So we know what happens to Batman. We know what happens to Superman. We know what was happening when Wonder Woman was born. And it's from that vantage point that a seer was able to see… what[...]
A Much Loved Marvel Character Back From The Dead After Secret Wars – FCBD Spoilers
Spoilers, obviously. Because in recent issues of All-New Captain America, Marvel suffered the death of a major character. Redwing, the telepathically bonded pet of the Falcon, met his untimely end. But, hidden away at the end of the All-New All-Different Avengers #1 for Free Comic Book Day… Is that Redwing? Or Redwing Jr? Follow other FCBD coverage here later today[...]
What Happens When The 616 Fights The Ultimate? FCBD Spoilers
Of course, was she in time for the flood, as the Ultimate Earth comes crashing down upon them? With Ultimate Iron Man in the lead… And take a look at the expected initial cast of Secret Wars #1… Look for more FCBD coverage today… but remember, spoilers kill. And find more about Free Comic Book Day here.   [...]
What Has DC Comics Done To Lois Lane?  FCBD Spoilers
@dccomics #fcbd — Rion (@riondylan) April 24, 2015 lois lane :( — Ken Lawrence (@kenplimaco) April 24, 2015 Well, it's not as if this set of panels will change much then… Let me repeat, Lois Lane would never do that to Clark, unless asked Unless according to Clark, it's for his betterment … Like Smallville. — Tej K (@CloisLover) April 24,[...]
What *Actually* Happens To Donatello? FCBD Spoilers
And this confirms it. And reading the issue in question, we can see exactly how Donatello is going to continue interacting with his teammates. Robodonatello! Free Comic Book Day: TMNT #1 is out on May 2nd for Free Comic Book Day. Follow other FCBD coverage here today But be warned… spoilers kill.   [...]
How Superman Will Be Seen By The World Now – FCBD Spoilers
Well, it seems that someone else, at least, just can't keep a secret. Not a hoax, not a dream, not an imaginary story. Lois! What are you like? I suppose, like an actual journalist or something… See more FCBD coverage right here. And for more on Free Comic Book Day itself, go here.   [...]
A New Status For Johnny Storm In The New Marvel Universe – FCBD Spoilers
what is it with you and sisters? Follow other FCBD coverage here later today Be warned… spoilers kill. And find more about Free Comic Book Day here.     The Free Comic Book Day embargoes are up Be careful out there Spoilers are breaking into the wild Get off now if you wish. The All-New All-Different Avengers issue from Marvel,[...]
What Happens To Batman And The Joker After Endgame? FCBD Spoilers
Bleeding Cool ran the ones that had leaked online, and we had previously accidentally spoiled a Superman FCBD twist as well. But the Justice League revelation was new to us And while the Batsuit news got all the attention, as the new Batman was revealed as a shaved and marine-friendly Commissioner Gordon… The fate of the old[...]
Marvel Begins The Qeng Dynasty After Secret Wars – FCBD Spoilers
The glowing green guy from the cover… It is true, I do have a simple mind… All-New All-Different Avengers #1 is published on May 2nd, available at all participating comic stores for Free Comic Book Day. Follow other FCBD coverage here later today Be warned… spoilers kill. And find more about Free Comic Book Day here.   [...]