Diana has an unbreakable will and the power to match it; however, what happens when the less fortunate are dealt the same fate as she? More so, what happens to the ones Diana cares for as they are tangled in the web being spun by her enemies? The finale of The Season of the Witch is here!
Absolute Wonder Woman #20. Credit DC Comics. Cover by Hayden Sherman and Jordie Bellaire
Creative Team: Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire, and Becca Carey.
SPOILERS AHEAD
The Story:
This has been an exhilarating ride of an arc as Diana and Zatanna have joined forces against someone who wishes to see Diana dead. Kelly Thompson manages to find new ways to creatively tell the story and weave in new characters as well as stakes. I love the subtle manner in which we are slowly seeing the transition from friend to future enemy with Barbara as well. Diana was being tortured, and that never bothered her, but seeing Barbara held against her will strikes the deepest of emotions.
This story is all about the gods, and we are even gifted a touching moment with Hades and Persephone, which has unintended consequences. I am in love with the lore and how this has all been unfolding in such a unique way.
The Art and Letters:
Sherman and Bellaire are amazing and continue to amaze me with the creativity they have with the artwork. For example, the sound effects on a page are so much more as they make use of it and work artwork within the letters. Even when given a splash page, they break it up into shards of glass, all showing us various details and emotions that are being portrayed.
When it comes to coloring, there is a wide variety that is on display. The Salt Flats have a beautiful and soft tone, and then we shift to a full page of Diana being tortured, which is deeply and darkly colored. Becca’s lettering brings life to the pain Diana is feeling and her exasperation. As she is shocked and tortured, we hear the level of concern for Barbara at the same time. It builds her character and speaks volumes to who she is.
Final Thoughts:
Absolute Wonder Woman #20 is a tea kettle that is now screaming out. We’re at a boiling point in this story as Diana’s battle against this unknown person out to destroy her proves futile again and again. It’s a descent into madness and crafting a tale of betrayal for a familiar foe, and this is a story that works so well.
Time’s running out as the nuke is set to go off any moment now and destroy not only the city but everything that Wally loves! He has checked everywhere in the city, even breaking his own rules and a few laws along the way. However, with the help of his wife, Linda, and his unlikely ally, Captain Cold, they just may be able to crack this case and save the day before it’s too late!
The Flash #33. Credit DC Comics. Cover by Gavin Guidry and Adriano Lucas.
Creative Team: Ryan North, Adriano Lucas, Gavin Guidry, and Buddy Beaudoin.
SPOILERS AHEAD
The Story:
North has built up the anticipation for this final issue of this incredible mini-saga and takes us home in truly heart-stopping fashion. I cannot get over how well-written Wally is behind Ryan North, who delivers excellent inner monologuing that makes Wally West perhaps the most relatable superhero. There are hilarious moments with him being forced to break some rules, leading him into people’s bedrooms, and he swears he is no pervert. The banter between Captain Cold and Wally is top tier.
The entire mini arc leading towards the plot of being a Bond movie was hilarious all at the same time. It has injected so much fun into this run that is now 33 issues deep, and bringing new life to it at the same time. I left this issue wanting more team-ups with Cold and West, and Wally’s newest ability has me heavily intrigued.
The Art and Letters:
Guidry and Lucas bring out some exquisite panel work and designs with this issue to match the intensity. I particularly loved how they show an overview of the city and trace Wally running through the streets, and little bubbles show each of his stops. It’s a clever way to show his race against time and super speed while still giving us insight into his search for the bomb. The art is lighthearted until Wally finds the suspect, and the use of darker colors and shadowing shows the tone shifting. It’s subtle; however, it’s effective and reminds the reader that this is not all fun and games.
Beaudoin’s lettering shifts to match the tones, and I love how he manages to make the jokes even land on the panels as well. It can be hard to bring out sarcasm through reading, but the way the lettering is done manages to extract the right amount every time. Even the minor defeated Captain Cold when he didn’t get his gold, as the lettering is a tad smaller and expresses disappointment.
Final Thoughts:
I loved the ending The Flash #33 delivers on this 3-issue arc. There is a beautiful blend of humor and intensity as the stakes are higher than ever. Anytime a billionaire gets taken down is a good day in my book. The little glimpses into Wally’s life, if he ever were a villain, got a chuckle from me. It’s a smartly written and detailed issue that injects a whole new life into this run.
We know the tale: the planet Krypton explodes, not without sending a lone rocket hurtling into space, where it crash-lands in Kansas. However, the inhabitant inside this rocket isn’t our usual suspect but instead, it’s Jor-El. He struggles to fit in with his new life, and after his adopted brother experiences a medical emergency, he realizes it is time to be something more; it’s time to be SUPERMAN!
Superman: Father of Tomorrow #1. Credit DC Comics. Cover by Danny Earls.
Creative Team: Kenny Porter, Danny Earls, Nick Filardi, and Lucas Gattoni.
SPOILERS AHEAD!
The Story:
I am excited to see a different take on the classic Superman tale. Having an adult Jor-El land on Earth and see the Kents as his adoptive family, more so his adoptive siblings, adds a unique spin on the tragic beginnings of a lone Kryptonian. There are hints of familiar characters such as Lois Lane and Lex Luthor. What makes this intriguing is seeing them as children and how they fit into this story.
Kenny builds up this version of Superman as someone full of confidence and poses some incredibly intriguing questions. He has the technology to make Earth better and to save the world and the people he loves. However, Krypton had rules, and he is bound by them despite no longer being there. I particularly love how it culminates in Superman facing danger head-on and how confident he is. Kenny has crafted an incredibly multidimensional character who has captured my attention without a doubt.
The Art and Letters:
This is a shiny world we are dropped into, and Earls and Filardi detail it with so much optimism within each panel. Despite being a character we are new to, the duo have drawn and colored him with an air of familiarity all the same. The Kent farm is still the warm and welcoming farm it has been throughout its rich history in DC, and Metropolis is detailed in such a manner that the city feels hopeful. It’s a setting that welcomes the reader easily into the story. Gattoni’s lettering helps bring out the optimism and sometimes frustration that Jor-El faces as he has so much knowledge to give, but must temper it back.
Final Thoughts:
Superman: Father of Tomorrow #1 invites us into a new story that brings familiar faces and puts a spin on what we already know about Superman. The first issue paints a well-detailed picture of what we can expect in this run, and I am excited to see where this leads!
Midnight X-Men #1 Movie Homage Cover By Bjorn Barends (Credit: Marvel Comics)
Recently, Marvel announced their new Midnight Universe, and it is doing a horror take on your favorite Marver Superheroes. We now have some new details for at least one of the upcoming series.
Midnight X-Men is being helmed by Writer Jonathan Hickman & Artist Matteo Della. This is going to have everything you love about the X-Men, but with a dark, horror take. The book’s editor, Jordan D. White, had this to say about the book:
“We were very keen to have Matteo on this series, and we have not been disappointed. His storytelling is so good, and he is absolutely nailing every aspect of Jonathan’s script. I could not be more thrilled to be working on shaping the Midnight line. Everyone has been cut loose and is truly firing on all cylinders. I cannot wait for everyone to see these books.”
The book’s full description reads:
“AN ALL-NEW, ALL-DISTURBING UNIVERSE BEGINS HERE!
The clock strikes midnight and it’s the dark dawn of a new era. The shadows of New York City are stalked by vampires and the mutant empyres. The sword of Damocles hangs over the peace between these two species and the factions within them. An outright war is brewing and the unturned will be caught in the crossfire. Blockbuster comic book writer Jonathan Hickman returns to the X-Men with a hunger for blood as this new world of terror reimagines the heroes of the Marvel Universe!”
The Book Of Boba Fett #1 Cover A By Alex Maleev (Credit: Marvel Comics)
Disney+’s The Book Of Boba Fett is getting turned into a 7-issue mini-series. This series is being helmed by Writer Rodney Barnes and Artist Will Sliney. This series will also be introducing pivotal characters from the show, like Garsa Fwip, Dokk Strassi, Mok Shaiz’s majordomo & others. The book’s description reads:
“BOBA FETT HOLDS COURT AND FACES NEW CHALLENGES ON TATOOINE!
After escaping from the Sarlacc Pit, Boba Fett has taken over Jabba the Hutt’s syndicate—but does he have what it takes to keep Tatooine in order?”
Writer Rodney Barnes had this to say about the new series:
“I’ve loved Boba Fett since early childhood! Adapting this series has been a complete joy, and I can’t wait for Star Wars fans to read it!”
The Patron: The Cold Open Whatnot Exclusive Cover By John Pearson (Credit: Ignition Press)
They have a new series releasing in a few months called The Patron. This is a new series with an all-star creative team that includes:
Writer: Christian Ward (Batman: City Of Madness, Event Horizon, Batman Beyond: Neo-Gothic & Batman Beyond: Neo-Year)
Artist: John J. Pearson (The Department Of Truth, The Infernals & A Quiet Place: Storm Warning)
Letterer: Hassan Ostmane-Elhaou (Kill All Immortals, Masterminds & The Smart Division)
Now the big thing with this series is that Issue #0: The Patron: The Cold Open will be available exclusively through Ignition Press’ Whatnot. They are doing a stream for that issue on June 11th at 5:15 PM EST/2:15 PM PST on their Whatnot stream. Ignition Press’ Director of Sales, Daniel Crary, had this to say about the stream:
“We’re absolutely thrilled to be dropping our first ever Whatnot Exclusive. Not only is this cover exclusive to Whatnot, but the Cold Open itself is exclusively available from Ignition Press! Readers and collectors will have their first opportunity to read the opening story from this transcendent tale about arts, commerce, and murder!”
The Patron: The Cold Open Cover A By Christian Ward (Credit: Ignition Press)
Now the Cold Open issue will be limited to just 500 issues, so if you want it, you will need to hurry and get it. Now, additional copies will be available through Ignition Press’ website after the stream. Now the comic’s full description reads:
“All the great artists have one thing in common…they’re dead.
A true patron of the fine arts, Mr. Cherish has dedicated his life to scouting and supporting emerging artists, launching countless unknowns from obscurity into industry superstardom.
Unfortunately for these young artists, the secret to Cherish’s success is their untimely demise. Nothing makes a work of art more desirable and valuable to collectors than the passing of its creator, and Cherish has refined his ability to orchestrate spectacular tragedies without leaving a trace…before selling his dead proteges’ oeuvres for massive profits.
Painter Matty Barnes is primed to become Cherish’s next ‘hit,” but when the script is flipped and this latest murder, a shocking twist puts his empire in the crosshairs.”
*This article was updated on May 26, 2026 to include more Supernatural Easter Eggs from the end of Season 5.
Season 5, Episode 5 of THE BOYS on Prime Video, had the Supernatural reunion that the Spn Family had been terrifyingly waiting for. Especially after THE BOYS season 5 trailer featured the song Renegade by Styx. Which is well known as an epic needle drop from season 2 of Supernatural in the episode Nightshifter. THE BOYS Season 5 Episode 5, “One-Shots” delivered a collaboration of stories focusing on different perspectives of some of the supporting characters. We wrapped up with Soldier Boy, who has become a main character in this final season.
With all of the overlap on and off screen from Supernatural to The Boys, I have to assume whoever was part of the set design in this episode had to have worked on Supernatural as well. Or they just got some fantastic direction. Here are some of the Easter Eggs I caught in “One-Shots.” Let me know in the comments what I missed.
So many movie posters! As soon as we walk in I spotted the below ones:
Mr. Marathon origins – Madame Marathon, and the poster, Let There Be Rampage both star Jared and Misha’s characters;
Mr. Marathon Vampire Hunter;
Ghost Runner 2 – A Supernatural Speedster. This one even used the Supernatural font.
As Homelander commented on them not being legit Vought movies, or part of the VCU, Mr. Marathon comments that he’s “still making magic.” Something he learned from Rowena perhaps?
After we enter Mr. Marathon’s lair of Soldier Boy paraphernalia and a Diddy amount of “Puff Baby Oil” I got a couple more. The first may be a stretch:
We see a comic book that Mr. Marathon bought with Soldier Boy on the cover, and he’s saying “Get a Haircut.” Something Dean quite often comments about to Sam with him always insisting on having long hair.
There is another movie poster in this room that seems like an Easter Egg, but this time it has Soldier Boy on it. It’s Ghosts of Hanoi. We’ve seen this poster before, and it could simply be because he is a soldier suffering from PTSD, despite claiming he doesn’t have shell shock. But also… ghosts.
As Mr. Marathon goes to tell Soldier Boy a story about Homelander and Mischa Barton, he starts with the line, “So get this…” This is Sam Winchester’s go to line anytime he’s learned something in Supernatural and wants to tell Dean or Castiel. So subtle, and so perfect.
Mr. Marathon’s super power is he can run fast. A parody of The Flash of course. In Supernatural Sam runs. Dean says someone better be chasing him. As Sam then replies that running is good for you, Dean tells him it’s not. In the end, running didn’t seem to work out well Mr. Marathon. Dean warned him.
My last one I picked up was when the comedians/celebrities are all panicked because Mr. Marathon just “Robin-ized” Will Forte. Soldier Boy leans down and tells Christopher Mintz-Plasses and Kumail Ali Nanjiani, “I’m gonna get you out of here, but you need to do exactly as I say.” This seemed like such a Dean line. The difference is Dean meant it. Soldier Boy was just using them as human shields.
Supernatural Easter Eggs throughout The Boys
The actors alone could be a laundry list of Supernatural Easter Eggs. Black Noir, A-Train’s brother, Rufus, Splinter (that one many of us have tried to block out), Soldier Boy, Joe Kessler, Cate, Gunpowder, Robert Singer (he didn’t even get a new name), and more. Mr. Marathon and Malchemical can now be added to that list as well. That’s just on screen. With Eric Kripke and Phil Sgriccia behind the screen on both shows, it’s no wonder there is so much cross over. As well as so many Easter Eggs.
So here’s a few others I’ve found over the years, in no particular order. Some may be a stretch.
Robert Singer, saying Bobby Singer’s infamous catchphrases in season 4: “Idjits” and “Balls!”
Robert Singer himself is an Easter Egg. In the comics his character is Dakota Bob, but his full name is Robert Shaefer. It was changed to Singer since Jim Beaver played Bobby Singer in Supernatural (and lived in South Dakota). A nod to Robert Singer who directed, produced, and did so much more on Supernatural for years!
The spinoff, Gen V, starts off with a flashback to 1967 while we hear the song, Can’t Take my Eyes Off of You by Frankie Valli. This song has a line that says, “I love you baby.” Could it be a nod to the 1967 Chevy Impala, affectionately known as Baby? Maybe.
A Stormfront meme in season 2 has her getting run over by Baby.
Joe Kessler, played by Jeffrey Dean Morgan (AKA John Winchester), encourages Butcher to sacrifice Ryan, his step-son. When Butcher asks if he would do the same, he says yes. He would sacrifice his son to save the world, and be proud. Well, in Supernatural he raised his sons to save the world. As a result they died… a lot. In the episode Lebanon, John Winchester said he was proud.
In season 4 we met a supe shifter that pretended to be Starlight. The shifter’s abilities right down to the eye flare seemed straight out of Supernatural.
This recent season we met a supe that makes people angry. I immediately thought of the Khan Worm created by Eve that ended up getting Rufus killed. It just had to get inside someone to make them homicidal.
Shortly after Soldier Boy is introduced we get a scene with him eating a burger. The preferred meal of Dean Winchester. Both played by Jensen Ackles. Maybe we’ll see him eating pie in Vought Rising.
January 24th is Dean Winchester’s birthday. It’s also the date listed on Becca’s fake tombstone as the day she died, and it’s the date on one of the videos where the Russians are experimenting on Soldier Boy. However, this is Eric Kripke’s wife’s birthday. So it’s most likely all just tied to her.
Earlier this season, as Firecracker and Soldier Boy discuss their guns, Soldier Boy pulls his “classic” gun out and describes it as an “All American Colt 1911.” Per the Supernatural Wiki page, Dean Winchester’s go to gun (the white one) is a more current version of that model: Colt M1911A1.
In season 1 of Supernatural we learn that Dean is terrified of flying. In season 5 Soldier Boy seems very irritated with supes that fly. From rolling his eyes as Jetstreak flies off, to telling Homelander he’s not going to carry him so they can fly. Later in season 5 Soldier Boy grabs Bombsight as he flies off. When they land, it’s confirmed: Soldier Boy hates flying, as he yells, “GOD DAMN IT, I HATE FLYING!”
Episode 7 of this last season gave us a BEAUTIFUL Easter Egg:
“This was never gonna be a playing catch in the front lawn, fixing up the old impala bullshit“
I’m sure every Supernatural fan channeled Leonardo DiCaprio and whistled and pointed at the screen. Or jumped up, like I did. This was not subtle to anyone who’s seen the show. Apparently the line was Old Ford; however, Phil Sgriccia (who directed the episode, and worked on Supernatural for over a decade) and Eric Kripke decided Impala was more fitting for Jensen’s last scene in season 5 of The Boys.
The original car intended for Supernatural was a Ford Mustang. So once again, Kripke put Ford in the corner, cause nobody puts Baby there. Yes, that’s a Swayze line. “Swayze always gets a pass.”
While the Easter Eggs are fun, awhile ago Jensen Ackles, revealed that while filming THE BOYS, they did a take with the three of them acting like Sam, Dean, and Castiel. Prime Video released it, and it’s hilarious, and full of Supernatural nods. Busty Asian Beauties even got a shout out. My only complaint, I wish “Dean” had said they should call Bobby instead of Dad.
Until next time, Carry On My Diabolical Sons! There’ll be peace when Soldier Boy is dethawed… again.
PASSENGER picked a bold weekend to release, as there is another much bigger film releasing that will certainly attract attention. It is a low-budget horror film from Paramount Pictures whose marketing was scarce and didn’t offer much in terms of what the film was about. However, despite all of this, it is a well-crafted film that I think shouldn’t be slept on. It is directed by Andre Ovredal and stars Jacob Scipio as Tyler and Lou Llobell as Maddie, a couple who have turned in normal life for the open road and life in a van.
Photo Courtesy of Paramount Pictures
On the Road Again
The film joins other road trip films such as Joy Ride, Jeepers Creepers, and more, where the open road is more frightening and a lesson in why you should never stop to investigate anything. The opening of the film is what we see in the trailer as two guys driving down a dark road at night stop to use the bathroom, and from there it’s an opening with some jumps to set the tone. The film then picks up with Tyler and Maddie, who have given up their Brooklyn apartment and are taking on life in a van. It’s a Millennial’s dream, dumping all responsibilities of life to travel the country answering to nobody.
What the film does well is tie in the opening sequence of the film into the bigger plot as the duo is passed by the car from the opening, which then crashes, to which they stop to help and call 911. This is when the demonic entity latches onto them, and the scares begin. The duo stops at a van meet known as Burning Van, and Maddie is offered a stark warning about never driving at night or stopping. There is a lot of simplicity to the plot and with the characters, which does the film a favor. Horror is a genre that finds its makers often trying to outsmart the audience or even themselves to deliver the big punches.
Photo Courtesy of Paramount Pictures
This isn’t the case here, and the film has plenty of jump scare which work for the film and keep you on the edge of your seat throughout. The big moments of the film land, such as the parking lot sequence where Maddie is being followed as she leaves a 24-hour fitness, and it sets up a mind-bending scene in which the van keeps appearing further away, and the use of modern technology, such as dash cams, works to add depth to the scene. Another is the big reveal in the woods when the duo is watching a film, and the Passenger arrives to torment them. The biggest praise, however, is that the main characters do not make stupid classic mistakes that we would normally see.
Tyler believes Maddie from the start, and they begin to work on a plan instantly. It’s refreshing to see well-written characters who, rather than ignore and set themselves up to die, instead make the right decisions. The finale was a blend of psychological horror and classic let’s kill the demon, which is steeped in intriguing lore. While the film may largely be skipped due to its release date, I suggest horror fans make it a point to see this one. Horror fans are willing to sit through a lot in hopes of finding one film that hits, and the genre itself has had a decent run as of late. This is another example, it’s not flashy or sexy, but that’s what works. Its 94-minute run time is perfect and is a fun watch in the theater.
Overall Grade: 3.5/5
Let us know your thoughts if you have seen the film, and as always, check out more reviews by Matt!PASSENGER is in theaters now!
Over the course of May 15th to the 17th, the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi, MI held their biannual Motor City Comic-Con event, the second coming this November! The pop culture convention is the largest in Michigan, housing a wide variety of celebrities, cosplayers, comic creators and vendors. To give a bit of example of who they bring, the event had the likes of Stephanie Phillips, Scott Snyder, Simon Pegg, Karl Urban, and Stephanie Sheh, just to name a few.
For both Anthony Ellmer and I, this was our first ever comic-con, so we thought it would be fun to recount our experience! Come join us as we explore the world of the convention together. All of this while giving you a taste of just what Motor City Comic-Con has to offer!
Cosplayers Galore!
Anthony: Getting to experience my first con was truly a special moment. I’ve wanted to go for so long and it really didn’t disappoint. The cosplays were some of the best I’ve ever seen, so of course I had to grab a ton of different pictures with as many of them as I could. The range of characters was awesome to see, from comics to TV shows, movies, video games and anime. Some of the standouts for me were a large group of Warhammer cosplayers. It was like they were ripped straight out of Darktide or Space Marines! Or the massive Darth Vader who was dang near a foot taller than me. I could go on and on about them all. They were so well made, you could really see the passion. It was incredibly inspiring.
Edalyn: My first ever convention was everything I ever hoped it would be. As someone that’s always wanted to try her hand at cosplay but has never quite had the time or money, seeing everyone else in theirs was truly awe inspiring! Among my favorites were this gorgeous, comic-accurate Emma Frost, a spectacular looking Rogue and this beautiful older woman going as the Mistress of the Dark herself, Elvira. Like Anthony said, every single one was so well made, and you could see the love people have for their fandoms. Seeing everyone really pushed me to just go for it however I can and share in the love in a whole other avenue. Which is really the point of cosplays and conventions, right? Sharing the love with others who love the fandoms just as much as you.
Anthony: I was able to meet so many wonderful vendors and artists, buying a ton of artwork, clothes and toys! From posters to shirts, even a battle axe here and there, all of them are truly talented people. There was a gorgeous Batman Beyond poster that I just couldn’t say no to. There were prop guns and weapons from every fictional universe you could think of. From action figures and Funko pops, to comic books, you name it and you can find it!
Edalyn: If you think “oh, I’m a horror fan, there won’t be much for me there”… let me tell you just how wrong you are. Just on my first day there, I was able to nab myself this amazing Art the Clown tee that I wanted to put on right then and there. Hell, there were several entire vendor stations dedicated solely to horror, selling fan-made signs, figurines and prop weapons, such as the angel blade from “Supernatural”. Arguably my favorite thing that I left the weekend with though was something Anthony bought me; this fantabulous looking Harley Quinn poster that I just could not put down. There was also a gorgeous Sailor Moon wand that’ll be waiting for me for another day. In short, if it’s something nerdy, it’s there for you when you go.
Photo credit: Eda Thomas Bagwell
Meeting Your Heroes
Anthony: However, my personal favorite moment of the entire weekend has to go to meeting my all-time favorite writer Scott Snyder. I’ve been reading his comics for so long, in particular his jaw dropping Batman runs he’s done. There’s so many to choose from, such as “Batman: Death in the Family”, “Dark Knights Metal”, and his newest of “Absolute Batman”. He truly never misses. He has so many brilliant stories, whether its Batman or “Wytches”. I can’t recommend enough that you take the pleasure in checking out his work. It was truly an honor to meet him and have him sign my comic book!
Photo credit: Eda Thomas Bagwell. Pictured: Scott Snyder (Left), Anthony Ellmer (Right)
Edalyn: The wracking nerves, the stuttering, and the beads of sweat are all worth it to meet some of your favorite people in the industry. For me, that was meeting Stephanie Phillips. For those who may not know who she is, she’s the current writer on “Daredevil” but has quickly made a name for herself over the last almost decade. I’ve only recently become a fan over the last few months and already, I highly recommend her work. Her most recent stuff also includes “Planet She-Hulk”, “Harley Quinn” and “All New Spider-Gwen: Ghost Spider” the last of which I had the honor of getting her signature on. If superheroes aren’t your thing, then check out her other efforts such as “Grim”, Rick & Morty: Crisis on C-137″ and “A Man Among Ye”!
Photo credit: Eda Thomas Bagwell
Final Thoughts
Anthony: This was genuinely one of the greatest times I’ve had in my life and can highly recommend going to a con if you haven’t before. Getting to talk to and meet so many passionate people is always a pleasure for me. Easily a 20/10 experience!
Edalyn: For a comic-con experience, let alone a first one, going to MC3 was absolutely memorable. Knowing that you’re in a space of like-minded people that’re easy to talk to and nerd out with is something that’s indescribable. From the cosplayers to the artists that create the things we love, there’s no one space better than a convention and MC3 stands out as one of the best.
They announced The Big Shakedown, a new series with an incredible creative team, including:
Writers: Jordan Blum (Minor Threats, DC Horror Presents…) & Tim Seeley (Masters of the Universe, Godzilla)
Artists: Scott Koblish (Archie vs. Minor Threats, Venom: Original Sin)
Colorist: Hi-Fi (Archie vs. Minor Threats, Usagi Yojimbo)
Letterer: Nate Piekos (The Umbrella Academy, Minor Threats)
The Big Shakedown #1 Cover By Scott Koblish (Credit: Dark Horse Comics)
The book’s full description reads:
“The Big One, the earthquake to end all earthquakes, has finally struck Los Angeles. The government decides not to rebuild and the city becomes a no-man’s-land for those who refuse to leave it. But hey, you can’t beat the weather.
Five years later, Ester Blanco, a down-on-her-luck former PI, is willing to do anything to escape the City of Angels. She believes she’s found her ticket out when a desperate father hires her to solve a missing persons case in a city where a third of the population is already missing. Instead, the trail of this lost girl leads Ester to uncover a dark web of cults, conspiracy, and corruption that threatens every Angeleno who stayed behind.”
Jordan Blum had this to say about the new book:
“I’ve now lived in Los Angeles for most of my adult life and The Big Shakedown is a pulpy love/hate letter to a town that can simultaneously be heaven and hell on Earth. LA noir has a long, rich history and we wanted to do a unique and original spin on the detective thriller, so we set it in the aftermath of every Angeleno’s greatest fear… THE BIG ONE. Who better to explore a filthy, post-earthquake underworld than my co-writer Tim Seeley? And who better to build a city of broken freeways, sinkhole mansions and studio backlot red light districts than artist Scott Koblish? Throw in the beautiful sunsets above the flooded Venice Beach canals colored by Hi-Fi, and the smashed neon letters of Nate Piekos littering Hollywood Blvd and you have yourself a down and dirty, action-packed, pot boiler of a mystery that could only take place in the City of Angels.”
Scott Koblish added:
“I’ve been in Los Angeles for half of my life now, and I never tire of exploring its unique spaces, so it’s a joy to be able to put that to paper. Tim Seeley and Jordan Blum are terrific collaborators and are doing absolutely amazing things in the world of comics. Hi-Fi and Nate Piekos have been a dream to work with, I couldn’t ask for a better group of collaborators.”
