Hey Everyone,
After the scarce speculations of last week, this week looks pretty promising. With even more movie news concerning future X-men sequels, i've also listed some back issue hunts as well. Let's get started and enjoy!
IN MY CONSTANT QUEST TO GET YOU THE MOST RECENT SPECULATOR INFO (IN ADDITION TO MY WEEKLY IN-DEPTH BLOG COLUMNS) I THOUGHT I'D START A RAPID POST, AND SHOOT OUT SOME RECENT BOOKS WORTH GRABBING CHEAP IF YOU CAN FIND THEM. HERE ARE SOME DAKOIT QUICK PICKS TO GRAB AT THE STORE THIS WEEK, SOME ARE OLDER AND SOME ARE NEW!
1. X-Factor #6, 1st appearance, Apocalypse. (Marvel)
Released: July 1986
I'm sure this one was already on the radar for most of you, heating up on Ebay now! For those of you under a rock for the last year, Apocalypse will officially be in the Bryan Singer 2016 X-men film (Age of Apocalypse)!
2. Escape From Jesus Island #1 (Wisdumb Productions)
Releasing: DECEMBER 20TH (FRIDAY) 2013- PHANTOM FIRST FRIDAYS- ADVANCE SPECULATION!!!
WHy? Shipping on FRIDAY (December 20th 2013)! Very obscure company, getting great acclaim, exclusively shipping to selected LCS's in America. Very MICRO print run!
3. X-Men Alpha #1 (Marvel)
Released: January 1995
Why? With new announcements of new 2016 Bryan Singer X-men movie (after the upcoming slated 2014 film- Days of Future Past based storyline) based on the Age of Apocalypse, why not pick up teh first issue that introduced us to the whole storyline and alternate characters!Here-eee! Here-eee!.....get your X-Men Alpha's heeeere! Find them in dollar bins nationwide.
4. Lunita #1 (Amigo Comics)
Releasing: December 11th 2013
Why? Low print, obscure publisher. Speculation gurus hyping this one up!
Synopsis: There is a new drug on the streets, only for the rich and wealthy people. But it is a drug that links you to the supernatural - and that is a problem. D.E.A. Agent Summer finds herself joining forces with a strange agent from a Spanish agency. She has strange powers and affirms to be the same daughter of the Moon!
5. Justice League 3000 #1 (DC)
Releasing: December 11th 2013
Why? Notice that most of all DC 'Justice League' titles have had steady steam in the after market? I wouldn't pass this one up either. Two awesome talents on this book.
Synopsis: The new series starring the heroes of today - tomorrow is resolicited, now with legendary artist Howard Porter (JLA) on board! But what are these heroes doing in the year 3000? And who (or what) brought them there? Get ready for a dose of wonder from the writing team of Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis!
6. Krampus #1 (Image)
Releasing: December 11th 2013
Why? Image first. Unique story. Speculation gurus hyping this one up. Ongoing series.
Synopsis: Meet the Secret Society of Santa Clauses. For centuries, Father Christmas, Ded Moroz, Hoteiosho, and others have magically distributed Christmas cheer to children around the world.
But when the source of their power is stolen, a desperate Society turns to an usual source for help: the dreaded Krampus, child-punishing demon of holiday lore. Free of his cell for the first time in decades, will the Krampus uncover the truth behind the Santas' depowering or leave his jailers to their ultimate fate? It's Snake Plissken by way of the Grinch as the darkly comedic adventure begins here.
7. Dead Body Road #1 of 6 (Image)
Releasing: December 11th 2013
Why? Image first. "Punisher-like" protagonist. Could be a sleeper hit.
Synopsis: The men involved in his wife's death must die. All of them. Writer JUSTIN JORDAN (LUTHER STRODE) and artist MATTEO SCALERA (BLACK SCIENCE, Indestructible Hulk) craft the bruising story of one man's revenge and the dark road he travels.
8. Amazing Spider-Man #700.2
Releasing: December 11th 2013
Why? Peter Parker is Back as Spider-Man. nuff said?
Synopsis: One year after his death at the hands of the Superior Spider-Man--PETER PARKER IS BACK!Acclaimed novelist David Morrell (First Blood) and legendary comics icon Klaus Janson (DAREDEVIL: END OF DAYS) team up to kick off this celebration of the world's greatest super hero! With a blizzard crippling New York City, Spider-Man must protect the city--but Aunt May's life is in danger!
9. WWE #1 (Super Genius)
Releasing: december 11th 2013
Why? I just had to put this one in. Mick Foley (Mankind/Dude Love) of wrestling fame (and others) write this. Reviews seem quite promising. Five different Character covers (John Cena, Mark Henry, Undertaker, CM Punk, Kane)
Synopsis: 'Pandemonium Squared,' Part 1 of 4. WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley brings us an all-new adventure straight from the world of WWE's powerful, ongoing clashes. It all starts with a fierce battle between WWE Champion John Cena and Mark Henry, but quickly turns into all-out chaos!
Soon virtually every WWE Superstar faces off in a no-holds-barred Brawl to End it All - but what has caused the wrestlers to virtually go berserk? Can Vickie Guerrero and Booker T manage such chaos, or will Mr. McMahon have to step in? Featuring CM Punk, Fandango, Sheamus and more!
10. The Other Dead #4
Releasing: December 11th 2013
Why? Barack Obama with guns- cover. The Other Dead #1 variant (Obama with guns) is selling for around 40-50 bucks on Ebay. This issue will have Obama on the regular cover.
Synopsis: The hurricane has hit land and President Obama is trapped with Tommy and Az in the zombie animal-infested disaster zone!All-star creators Kevin Eastman (TMNT), Joshua Ortega (Gears of War), and Digger T Mesch (Agent 88) join up with rising star Qing Ping Mui for the action-packed fourth issue of the year's most talked-about new horror series!
In closing:
First it was Thanos, then Ultron, then Doomsday, and now Apocalypse. Comics greatest baddies will finally grace the large screen in all their menacing glory. Just a month ago, I saw Apocalypse 1st app. going for 20 bucks at VF, now they are averaging $50. Buy them cheap at some unsuspecting comic store bin or sell them high right now on Ebay! I do have a VF copy that I purchased along with Gambit's first in Fine + for 30 bucks as a set several years ago. Will sell X-factor#6 now.
X-Men Alpha- now is the time to stock up on this one, buy at no more than cover price. This one had insane print runs and can be virtually found anywhere. The chromium cover by Joe Mad, isn't shabby either.
I suspect Escape From Jesus Island #1 with its micro print run, will send buyers at a frenzy at Ebay after release. The art is horrifically amazing, and has been getting raves from Clive Barker. I don't see it selling at TFAW. Nothing on EBay either. Try calling your LCS and reserve one (or more today).Grab at least 2 copies. I'M LETTING YOU KNOW NOW IN ADVANCE.
Lunita#1 to me is a toss up, the story is not radically original. However you never know what fans will gravitate to. That, and its very very low print run, may cause this book to heat up. Grab 1 copy.
JL 3000#1, I'm very nostalgic for Howard Porter art (Grant Morrison's run with him on art, was arguably the finest run ever). Even though it will sell well, it'll have a huge print run. So if you are on a budget this week, just go and pick it up some other time. There should be enough copies on the shelves for next week.
Krampus#1 another toss up. Typically, festive comics don't have huge after market demand...however this seems to be a lot more than that. Ongoing series to boot! Pick up a copy.
Dead Body Road #1- if it promises to be a a well crafted story and generates enough interest- it may be a solid sleeper. Pick up a copy.
ASM #700.2- No brainer. Key Spidey issue will always have after market value, he has the most rabid fans of all collectors.I believe #700.3also comes out today as well (weird?), get both. However, if you have to pick, get the former. AMENDED: INSPITE OF THE MISLEADING SYNOPSIS- ITS A SPIDEY FLASHBACK STORY WITH PETER PARKER, NOT IN-CONTINUITY.
WWE#1- What can I say about this one? Previous attempts at WWE based comics have been lack luster and never huge back issue demand. That being said, its Mick Foley (previous New York Time Best Seller), and the story is really clever. Maybe this time, it'll be a hit. Grab one copy.
The Other Dead #1- First issue sold out, but the variant 'Obama with guns' cover is what folks want. Get this one for the regular 'Obama with guns' cover. Get 1 copy.
Overall, not a shabby week. Nothing really stands out to me except a comic that will come out 2 weeks from now (Escape From Jesus Island #1). Of the lot, Dead Body Road #1 looks most promising to me...we'll just have to wait and see folks!
Until Next Week,
D-
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