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Love and War Collide in New Series 'Dead Romans' Launching in 2023

Up-and-coming writer Fred Kennedy and artist Nick Marinkovich team up for an all-new historical fiction adventure in the upcoming Dead Romans . This six-issue miniseries is set to launch in March 2023 from Image Comics. In Dead Romans , lush, beautiful illustrations bring to life a brutal tale of love and war from the birth of the Roman Empire. the Empire that butchers his people. He wants to make a queen of the woman he loves, Honoria, a fellow slave. Now, fifty thousand Romans will die to give her a throne she never asked for…or wanted. "I was nervous about this book because at its core it really is a love story. With the wrong artist that aspect could get lost amid the mud and violence," said Kennedy. "But Nick really understood the tone, and he brought that emotion to life. It’s a brutal story, told with some of the most beautiful panels I’ve ever seen. I am VERY proud (and lucky) to have been part of this team." Marinkovich added: "This isn’t a history ...

SNEAK PREVIEW: 'Bloodshot Unleashed' #4 by Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki, and Jordie Bellaire

 The epic conclusion to the first arc of BLOODSHOT UNLEASHED! BLOODSHOT hunts down the Spent Shell SGT Michael Verlane in the Florida swamplands but is haunted by the ghosts of his past in "Flashback". And finally, learn the fate of BLOODSHOT'S family! BLOODSHOT UNLEASHED #4 is as thoughtful as it is gory and violent! BLOODSHOT UNLEASHED #4 is written by DENIZ CAMP, features art by ERIC ZAWADZKI, colors by JORDIE BELLAIRE, letters by HASSAN OTSMANE-ELHAOU, and covers by JON DAVIS-HUNT (Cover A), NICOLE RIFKIN (Cover B), NINO CAMMARATA (Cover C), TRAVIS ESCARFULLERY (Cover D) and CHRIS BURNHAM (PreOrder Cover). BLOODSHOT UNLEASHED #4 Written by DENIZ CAMP Art by ERIC ZAWADZKI Colors by JORDIE BELLAIRE Letters by HASSAN OTSMANE-ELHAOU Cover A by JON DAVIS-HUNT Cover B by NICOLE RIFKIN Cover C by NINO CAMMARATA Pre-order Cover by CHRIS BURNHAM A bloody blast from the past! • In the present, Bloodshot must track down Verlane, a “spent shell” experiencing nightmarish vision...

'The Old Guard's Greg Rucka & Eric Trautmann Join Mike Henderson on Upcoming 'Forged'

  Multiple Eisner, Harvey, and GLAAD Award-winning writer Greg Rucka ( The Old Guard, Stumptown ) teams with writer Eric Trautmann ( The Old Guard: Tales Through Time ) and bestselling artist Mike Henderson ( Nailbiter ) to embark on an over-the-top pulp adventure in the upcoming series, Forged . Filled to the brim with violence and Conan-inspired science fiction, this new story will kick off in March 2023 from Image Comics.  “Eric Trautmann and I have been chasing this story for years now, driven by the desire to tell an over-the-top story space opera/pulp mash-up," said Rucka in an exclusive on the announcement at Popverse. "We had it all in our heads, but it wasn’t until Mike came aboard and added his secret sauce that we could pin it down and make it finally happen. His storytelling is glorious, and with Nolan’s inspired colors and Ariana’s deft touch with the lettering, we finally have a package we’re excited to share. This is meant to be fun, front to back, that’s b...

REVIEW: 'Savage Avengers' #8 by David Pepose, Carlos Magno, and Espen Grundetjern

  SAVAGE AVENGERS #8  Writer: David Pepose Artist: Carlos Magno, Espen Grundetjern Letterer: VC's Travis Lanham Publisher: Marvel Comics Release Date: December 14, 2022 Cover Price: $3.99 THE IRON FRONT! In the year 2099, Ultron has subjugated the future with Deathlok technology. Yet nowhere is resistance fiercer than the shattered kingdom of Latveria, as DOOM 2099 and his ramshackle army of Doombots wage endless war against the Machine Empire! With 2099's most powerful champion on their side, can Jake Gallows and the Savage Avengers find salvation within the rubble of Tiger Wylde's fortress? Or will our heroes finally fall before Ultron's irresistible might? Don't miss the shocking twist that will leave Marvel fans on the edge of their seats! Parental Advisory Score: ★★★★★ (5/5) If you've been following this series you already know each issue is jam-packed with brutal mind-blowing battles between these Savage Avengers and the latest supervillain the timeline...

PREVIEW: 'Highball' #4 by Stuart Moore and Fred Harper

Next Wednesday, December 21 AHOY will publish HIGHBALL #4, the latest and penultimate installment of their hilarious series about a sozzled space pilot attempting to save the galaxy one pint at a time, HIGHBALL #4 (W) Stuart Moore (A/C) Fred Harper The “hop-forward sci-fi epic” [citation needed!] barrels toward, well, something! From his craft brewery in the fiery heart of a gas giant, the charismatic leader called REKKT plots a galactic revolution. His motto: WAGMI! His new recruit: a reluctant HIGHBALL! The stakes: the fate of EARTH CORP! Or maybe just a wicked hangover. December 21, 2022 $4.99  Courtesy of Ahoy Comics

REVIEW: 'Night Club' #1 by Mark Millar, Juanan Ramirez, and Fabiana Mascolo

  NIGHT CLUB #1 Writer: Mark Millar Artist: Juanan Ramirez, Fabiana Mascolo Letterer: Clem Robins Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: December 14, 2022 Cover Price: $1.99 THIS SERIES WILL BE $1.99. TAKE THAT, MARVEL AND DC! You're 17 years old and you've been bitten by a vampire. Do you live in the shadows and drink human blood, or do you use your newfound gifts for the dream-costumed superhero life you've always wanted? You're bulletproof, you can crawl up walls, and you can turn to mist, bats, or even a wolf. Why not have a little fun? Score: ★★★★☆ As any fan of Mark Millar knows, his titles all have a certain cinematic energy based on exciting premises with dynamic characters. His latest, 'Night Club,' is no different and as an added bonus is selling for only $1.99 for issue one. The debut issue is a fast-paced origin story of a teenager turned vampire turned viral sensation? Danny Garcia isn't the brightest high school senior but he's motivated....

Rocketman & Rocketgirl Blast Off in First Solo Story by Jacob Edgar and Jordi Perez

  A pulse-pounding special starring Rocketman & Rocketgirl is flying in this March to heat things up for fans. The story is written by Jacob Edgar ( The Ones, Batman Audio Adventures ), and drawn by Jordi Perez ( Firefly ). After seemingly foiling a daring bank heist, Rocketman and Rocketgirl find themselves in a deep web of mystery with a case like no other. They uncover a complex conspiracy, discovering that Nazi agents are hell-bent on stealing rocket technology for themselves. This tale set in 1940s New York City is full of super-charged thrills and a classic superhero saga for all ages! “ Rocket Man and Rocket Girl gave me the perfect opportunity to write something that echoed the kind of comics I loved as a kid,” said writer Jacob Edgar. “A self-contained, action-packed superhero adventure story. At the same time, I also tried to fill the sandbox, as it were, with some characters and ideas that could potentially be played with again." Previously appearing only as ca...