Friday, December 9, 2011

Upcoming Horror Items For Sale

NEW SOON TO BE RELEASED HORROR ITEMS



Hot Wheels Elite: Ghostbusters ECTO-1 1/18-Scale Die-Cast

When New York City was threatened by ghosts, the Ghostbusters tooled around in New York City fighting the ectoplasmic tide in the ECTO-1, their tricked out '59 Cadillac. Hot Wheels recreates this classic vehicle from the Ghostbusters films with their Hot Wheels Elite 1/18-scale Ghostbusters ECTO-1 Die-Cast vehicle. Based on the original vehicle designs, this die-cast miniature is so accurate you can almost hear the proton pack streams!
NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
SRP: $114.99



My Little Cthulhu Vinyl Figure

Cthulhi C'Loves you! The "Great Cute One" has come to give humanity tentacle hugs and gaping maw kisses! The 8" vinyl toy, created by John Kovalic (creator of Dork Tower) also comes with tow Little Victims that fit in My Little Cthulhu's snuggly grasp--and also pull apart to show their yummy red insides! Not intended for children under 13. Available in Original (Green), Glow-in-the-Dark, or Do-In-Yourself versions. Window box packaging.
ORIGINAL VERSION: $30.00
DIY VERSION: $20.00
GLOW-IN-THE-DARK VERSION: $30.00

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Review - Hellblazer #284

Hellblazer # 284 by Vertigo/DC Comics. Written by Peter Milligan. Drawn by Gael Bertrand. $2.99.

In this issue, the story line of John Constantine's coat continues as it becomes more and more sentient.

I have to admit this story has been rather good. I never would have thought that a story about his coat could interest me at all, but the writing on this is very well done. Also, we continue to see what is happening with Gemma, John's niece, the one that stole the coat and sold it on the Internet.

I was concerned for the title when I found out that DC decided to bring Constantine back into the "superhero" world, but it seems they now have two John Constantines. So as long as they keep him like the John we all know and love in the Vertigo title, they can do what they want in Justice League Dark.

I must note that the guest artist, Gael Bertrand, really did a good job. It constantly amazes me on the artists they get for this title, but amazes me more that many of them, the really good ones, you never see again drawing comics. I know it is a hard field to break into and stay working, but makes you wonder what happened to all these artists.






Sunday, December 4, 2011

Review - Chopper #1

Chopper #1 by Asylum Press and Night Owl Productions. Written by Martin Shapiro. Drawn by Juan Ferreyra. $2.99.

Not sure if the comic is being done as a web series, or that the web series is being done as a comic, but one of these is the case for this comic on ChopperLives.com.

I was skeptical about his one, being as it is a type of new version of the headless horseman, but I have to admit it is a interesting take on it. Seems the "bad girl" daughter of a cop, sells drugs and has a personality disorder: IE town druggy and slut, lol. Some of the drugs she sells, unknown to her I'm sure, bring about a headless biker that, well, cuts of the victims heads at least in this issue.

The writing is decent and the artwork is really good as well. So for a starter issue that lays down the ground-work for the entire series, it did really well. Makes me want to check out the web site to see how Tyler Mane plays this biker killer.

Readers should check out this title if for no other reason than it is different, or if your a big fan of the Headless Horseman stories. Myself, I am curious to where this title is going and if it might turn into a full blown movie if it goes over well.






Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Review - True Blood: The French Quarter #1

True Blood: The French Quarter #1 by IDW. Written by Mariah Huehner and David Tischman. Drawn by Claidia Balboni. $$3.99

I have never actually watched the show that this is based on, so in all honesty I have no clue what is going on, lol.

Now that being said, the comic was a decent read and is basically another "vampires are just out in the open" storyline. A storyline that is a mystery of vampires dying, all that have some sort of HIV blood virus. Plus the main female just happens to take a steamy shower with two of the male vampires doing some "cock-waving" over who she was thinking about. Like I said, I really have no fucking clue what is going on.

I will say the art is very well done, seeing as many of these types of comics (TV/Movie adaptations) tend to have shitty artists on them for some reason. But this girl really knows her craft well.

My over-all opinion of the issue would be: interesting. I think that it would be a hard title to get into, because if you didn't watch the TV series you wouldn't have a clue of what is going on. But, it does intrigue me enough to look into watching the series, so in that aspect, they did a good job.

So if your a fan of True Blood, you definitely will love this comic, if not, you won't because like me, you will have no clue as to what is going on.






Friday, November 25, 2011

Review - Anita Blake Vampire Hunter #1 (The Scoundrel)



Anita Blake Vampire Hunter: Circus of the Damned -The Scoundrel- #1 by Marvel Comics. Written by Laurell K. Hamilton and Jess Ruffner. Drawn by Ron Lim. $3.99

Ok, I'm jumping into this title a bit ahead of the whole storyline. As time permits, I will be back reading the trade paperbacks. But this is another title that has been suggested I add to the list horror titles.

The issue is very very wordy, reads like the book it is based on. But since it is trying to go for a literal adaptation, I can understand why. The story is about a female "Animator" (just like it sounds kiddies, she brings dead people back for a short time) and the world a vampires that she has become a part of.

The author and title (at least book wise) has a huge following and anyone that has read them would enjoy this title immensely. But anyone else, I would have to recommend picking up the trade paperback and start from the beginning or you will be lost.

If you love vampires, werewolves, and some other horror creatures thrown in, you will like this comic/books, but be warned this is not a horror comic/book with blood, guts and scare the piss out of you, it does have some romantic over-tones to it as well. So try this one out if you dare, it might become a guilty pleasure or you might want to take a shower with sandpaper.






Sunday, November 6, 2011

Upcoming Horror Items For Sale

NEW SOON TO BE RELEASED HORROR ITEMS


The Twilight Zone Series 6 8-Inch Action Figures

Bif Bang Pow!'s incredible line of fully articulated action figures grounded in Rod Serling's enduring The Twilight Zone rolls on with this extraordinary assortment. Each retro 1970s-style figure stands 8" tall in shades of black and white, and features episode-specific fabric clothing, in addition to multiple points of articulation. Fans can choose from the clown from "Five Characters in Search of an Exit" or Nurse Janet Tyler from "The Eye of the Beholder." Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2011. NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, and the U.K. Check your local retailer for Price and availability.


Sleepy Hollow: Ichabod Crane Ultra Design Figure

Imported from Japan! Medicom returns to its 1/8-scale UDF (Ultra Design Figure) line with the long-rumored, greatly-anticipated release of Ichabod Crane, the lead character from Tim Burton's 1999 film Sleepy Hollow. Played by Johnny Depp, Crane is a police constable sent from New York City to investigate a series of murders in the village of Sleepy Hollow by a mysterious Headless Horseman. Sleepy Hollow was released to box office success and critical acclaim, grossing roughly $207 million worldwide. This 7" tall figure carries on the Medicom tradition of superbly-designed figures and comes with Crane's trademark flintlock pistol, goggles, and multiple interchangeable hands. Scheduled to ship in February 2012. NOTE: Not available in Asia. SRP: $19.99


Resident Evil: Zombie Cop 1/6-Scale Statue

From the blockbuster video game series Resident Evil comes this incredible Zombie Cop statue! This is the first statue in Hollywood Collectibles' Resident Evil 15th-Anniversary Collection and features a Raccoon City cop who is in an advanced state of infection. This intricately detailed 1/6-scale statue stands roughly 13" tall and is constructed from heavyweight polystone and then hand-painted to the finest detail. The statue comes complete with a Racoon City-themed display base. Scheduled to ship in February 2012. SRP: $159.95


Living Dead Dolls 13th Anniversary Series

Under the full thunder moon, Mezco breaks open the crypt and releases the Living Dead Dolls 13th Anniversary Series. This special series pays tribute to the very first set of Living Dead Dolls which first thrilled collectors 13 years ago. This is the first time in Living Dead Doll history that a complete series has been updated and reissued. The lineup includes: Sadie (w/ Knife, Coffin Purse, Bouquet), Posey (w/ Rose), Sin (w/ Pitchfork), Eggzorcist (w/ Basket, Oversized Roach), and Damien (w/ Slingshot, Three "Books"). Each doll in the series comes individually packaged in a special 13th anniversary coffin, each with their own death certificate and 13th anniversary tattoo. In addition, each doll features updated paint details, new style "holding" hands, and all-new, ball-jointed bodies. Scheduled to ship in December 2011. SRP: $24.99 each.


Living Dead Dolls: Rotten Sam/Sandy Dolls

Rotten Sam and Sandy, creep from your toy chest at night. They hide in the shadows of your bedroom after you turn out the light. They giggle and whisper in darkness, just in the corner of sight. They speak of candy and razors, and things much too horrid to bear, and if you peer 'neath your bed tonight, you can be sure they'll be there! They just want to have fun with you, playing all day and all night, your screams are like candy to them--pray you can get to the light! This set of Living Dead Dolls comes with Rotten Sam and Rotten Sandy, each in their own coffin and with a death certificate. Scheduled to ship in January 2012. SRP: $25.99

Review - H. P. Lovecraft's The Dunwich Horror #1



H.P. Lovecraft's The Dunwich Horror #1 by IDW. Written by Joe K. Lansdale. Drawn by Peter Bergting. Back Story - The Hound. Written by Robert Weinberg. Drawn by Menton3. $3.99

The comic itself is broken into two separate stories that would have been nice if it was advertised on the cover because the actual Dunwich Horror part stops before it even gets to the middle. The second story is six pages long and is written with just whole page artwork behind the written part. The rest, is an ad for another comic and bullshit. Personally I hate when comic companies do this. If I'm paying $3.99 for a comic, I want a the comic (plus some ads, we can't get away from them no matter how much we would like to), to take up the whole fucking comic, not just less than half of it.

The actual Dunwich story took me like three minutes to read. The artwork I did like, it being a painted type style, but I would not call this a "good" read because I have read more in a bathroom stall than I got to read in this story. The Hound does the exact opposite and is one of those "We don't want to have to draw all this so we will just write it out," type of comics. Granted the artwork is very moody and shows good visuals, but if I wanted to read a book, well guess what, I wouldn't be buying a bloody comic now would I.

I know this is the first issue and one can hope it will be better as the title comes out, but the way this comic was put together and the lack of content makes me not want to pick it up to find out. If you are a H.P. Lovecraft fan you might want to stick it out to see if it gets any better, but for the casual comic horror reader, you might want to save your four bucks on this one.






Review - American Vampire Survival of the Fittest #5



American Vampire Survival of the Fittest #5 by Vertigo/DC Comics. Written by Scott Snyder. Drawn by Sean Murphy. $2.99

The final issue in this limited series goes out with a bang. The Ancient Vampires kick the living....errrr dead shit out of the Nazi vampires.

After letting loose the ancient vampires, Cash and Felicia make there way to the extraction point as the ancients tear the Nazi's a new one. Some do get by to pursue them but meet there fate at the hands of Cash.

The ancient vampires are bad ass and the way Sean Murphy draws/created them makes you glad they sleep most the time. The story does have some sad parts to it, but I don't want to give them away.

I hate that this title is over due to my desire to learn more about the ancient vampires and the world Scott Snyder and Rafael Albuquerque created. I hope they will continue to delve into all this in later series if not in the main title.

Again a solid book that I recommend either collecting on a regular basis or getting the trade paperback when they come out.






Review - Tarot the Witch of the Black Rose #70



Tarot Witch of the Black Rose #70 by Broadsword Comics. Written by Jim Balent. Drawn by Jim Balent. $2.95

First off I have to say there is very little if any horror aspects to this issue. That happens sometimes on this title. But that being said, lol, there is quite a bit of nudity.

Jim Balent is a master in creating female characters for this title, most I am told are based on real readers of the title. This goes to show just how loyal this comics fans are.

The issue is sexy and has a good fight scene between a mermaid and Tarot, but if you are offended by the nudity you might want to pass on this one. Especially in one scene where Tarot gets her nips and lady-parts pinched by a sea crab. Even I cringed at the site of it, lol.

The title is a well drawn and nicely written comic, but is a bit of a Tits and Ass fest so enjoy at your own risk, and I give this a three only because of the lack of horror in it.






Review - American Vampire Survival of the Fittest #4



American Vampire Survival of the Fittest #5 by Vertigo/DC Comics. Written by Scott Snyder. Drawn by Sean Murphy. $2.99

First off, is this a awesome fucking cover or what. This would be a great poster if they decide to put it into production.

In this issue the shit hits the fan. The ancient vampires are released and the cure has been found. Now all Cash and Felicia have to do is get the hell out of dodge, which is not going to be easy with the vampire 77th in their way.

This issue gives more information about the vampire races that came before as well as the good Doctors reasoning behind what he does. As well as, what the current vampire race has been doing to all those ancient beings.

I am really enjoying this limited series and I hope this is just the start of other spin-offs from the main title. The history alone you are learning from this series is enough to keep you reading it. Getting to see a glimpse of what went on in Scott Snyder's head when he co-created this with Rafael Albuquerque is priceless. And when you do, you clearly see a well thought out creation that keeps getting better and better with each storyline.






Review - Tarot Witch of the Black Rose #69



Tarot Witch of the Black Rose #69 by Broadsword Comics. Written by Jim Balent. Drawn by Jim Balent. $2.95

This is a title I have been on the fence about critiquing for some time. But with the launch of Comic Carnage I decided it should be included. Now for a little background, there has been a cult following of this title for sometime. Lovers of Jim Balent's art as well as many Wiccan's and horror fans. It originally was less adult (nudity and some sex) and was quite clever in how the stuff was hidden, but now most issues have the main two girls completely nude. Not that this is a bad thing, lol.

This issue marks the end of the storyline "The Trickster God". Where the god Loki comes to earth and wrecks all kinds of hell. The Crypt Keeper is armed with Thor's hammer and takes his revenge on Loki's killing of Tarot, Raven and their mother, as well as all the people of Salem.

It is full of sexy shots of Raven Hex and very intense fight scenes that you cant wait too see the end. Jim Balent's artwork is amazing as he brings out all the stops for his creator owned comic. It is full of Wiccan references but it doesn't wear down on the casual reader. This is one title that bears looking at if you are not offended by the women being mostly nude in every issue.






Review - American Vampire Survival of the Fittest #3



American Vampire Survival of the Fittest #3 by Vertigo/DC comics. Written by Scott Snyder. Drawn by Sean Murphy. $2.99

Ah, what can be better than normal vampires? Nazi vampires of course and this comic is full of them.

Cash and Felicia have finally found the money behind the Nazi's and the research, Carpathian vampires. After the good doctor shows them and the vampires the new gun that will kill any type of vampires, they decide its time to get the doctor and themselves out before they are discovered.

On what Cash thought was an escape route, the good doctor takes them to a dead end that leads to three ancient vampires, to which he calmly suggests to wake up.

Scott Snyder once again brings a solid comic with this issue. The fact that ancient vampires are hiding under the Nazi vampires noses is an interesting twist. And Sean Murphy once again brings out the storyline with his artwork, keeping you captivated and turning those pages. In one panel you see Felicia bending over toward the reader, and Sean expresses her sexiness as well as her toughness to the finest detail. This continues to be a definite keeper for fans of the title or vampires in general.






Review - Hack/Slash #8



Hack/Slash #8 by Image Comics. Written by Tim Seeley. Drawn by Daniel Leister. $3.50

Vlad is in search of Cassie and only a virgin can get through the guards and he gets made, lol, actually mad and says this "They would only permit virgins to pass. But, I Vlad, can no longer pass as a virgin. I have had the sex." and proceeds to shake his fist in anger over it.

Ok, you gotta love Tim Seeley's writing. The Lords of Nef are coming through to our world as the Stillborn gets the crowd in a worshiping state. First off, when they are forming in earth one says "I/we will fill that one with seed first." "That one is male." "But so pretty!"

But as they are just about to become corporeal, Cassie thinking on her toes figures there is only one way to break the fans of the spell. She yanks down one of the last performers top so all the world can see her bare breasts. Ah, see it is true, like Rodney Carrington says, you can save the world if you "Show them to me."

I have said this many times, and I will repeat it again, this is one guilty pleasure of a comic. Every time I think the title is going stale, Tim Seeley comes up with something that makes me laugh.






Review - Hack/Slash #7



Hack/Slash #7 by Image Comics. Written by Tim Seeley. Drawn by Daniel Leister. $3.50

The storyline continues as the Neflords are using cookie cutter singers and reality celebs to get enough worship to break into our world. Yes, you read that right.

Tim Seeley once again makes fun of such celebs as Jersey Shore and "cookie cutter" bands like NSYNC, etc. (Fuck if I know all the bands names, I don't listen to them.) The assassin from Nef has been killing them all off so he, impersonating a Chris Brown type of singer, is making him the only one left. Cassie is prisoner to the assassin as Vlad is hacking his way to her.

The comic continues to be a guilty pleasure for all those that read it. My only problem is that it is so bright with the coloring and artwork. It really is your typical modern day comic and could even be considered a super-hero comic.

But it is a good read and makes you laugh, so as always its a borrow, or buy type of horror comic.






Review - American Vampire #19



American Vampire #19 by Vertigo/DC Comics. Written by Scott Snyder. Drawn by Jordi Bernet. $2.99

This is part one of a new "filler" storyline called The Beast in the Cave, that covers some of Skinner's past before he was a vampire. And right off the bat, I have to say I do not like the artist.

I see where they are going with choosing this artist to do this "filler" story, but it is a major difference, like water to wine, from Rafael Albuquerque's style. They are trying to make this look like an old western comic, since it is in the past, but its such a change I thought they misprinted the cover on the wrong comic.

The story is interesting, it talks about Jim Book and his relationship with Skinner and begins to show you that Skinner was a bad egg from the beginning. So for the over-all history of the characters, it is a good read.

But like I said, I feel like I'm reading a comic from the 70's and the art just doesn't fit. It is too bright and colorful not dark and moody like it should be and it takes away from the creepiness and character of the whole comic. I am glad this is just a filler storyline and the regular artist will come back after it is done, because if this is the new regular artist, this title will be cancelled inside a year.






Review - American Vampire #18



American Vampire #18 by Vertigo/DC Comics. Written by Scott Snyder. Drawn by Rafael Albuquerque. $2.99

This issue marks the end of the Ghost War storyline taking place in World War Two; and I have to say it leaves you hanging.

We finally have a confrontation of Skinner and Pearl leaving only one standing when their weakness is used against them. Hank amazingly isn't turned no matter how many times he seems to get bitten and one member of the military team he was with does survive.

The story does leave you hanging not knowing if one of the main characters is truly dead or will come back when they move to the new era of the 50's.

Again Scott Snyder delivers a new approach to the age old plot of vampires and Rafael's artwork just complements his writing so well. On a side note, the title did win Best New Series from the Eisner Awards, so congratulations to them.

If you like vampires and like history this comic is definitely for you. Horror fans can appreciate the new take on vampires to make this title a all-around fan base title that is a great enjoyable read.






Review - Hellraiser #5



Hellraiser #5 by Boom! Studios. Written by Clive Barker and Christopher Monfette. Drawn by Jesus Hervas. $3.99

Ok, I did not see coming what is in this issue. All I can say is.....Holy Shit.

To be honest this is going to be a short one, because I don't want to give anything away that is in this issue, it's too damn good.

Pinhead and the Cenobites return and confront Kirsty and the Harrowers and it is a shocker to say the least. Again, Clive Barker's imagination and ingenuity when it comes to the world of Hellraiser can not be competed with by anyone. He is god and master of this realm.

One note though, there is a new artist in this issue, Jesus Hervas. Weather or not he is now the main artist, he brings the horror to life just as good as Stephen did, if not better.

If you are a fan of the Hellraiser universe, this is a must read for it changes everything, and takes the movies after the first one and tears, stomps and shits on them.






Review - Hellraiser #4



Hellraiser #4 by Boom! Studios. Written by Clive Barker and Christopher Monfette. Drawn by Stephen Thompson. $3.99

Part four of the storyline of Pinhead attempting to become human again, has Kirsty finally confront him for the first time in twenty-five years as she tries to save the man who called him once more to Earth.

After killing her current fiance, the box is taken to a underground "kingdom" and unleashed again by a dim-witted son of the "King". When Pinhead arrives as well as his trademark hooked chains, one of the most gruesome scenes in comics I have seen happens. (Well except for that shit in Crossed that was just bloody and gruesome to shock the audience. But there was so much it just made it just plain monotonous.) Three of Pinhead's chains rip through a subway car full of passengers. Stephen Thompson draws this in such detail that you can almost feel the pain and the surprise of the passengers as they are instantly killed. And the expressions that are on the faces show how good Stephen is at his craft.

Once again, a solid issue that makes you not put it down and hate when it is over, impatiently waiting for the next issue.






Review - Hellraiser #3



Hellraiser #3 by Boom! Studios. Written by Clive Barker and Christopher Monfette. Drawn by Stephen Thompson. $3.99

Clive Barker is a imaginative if not messed up in the head a little. Once again he brings new blood into the Hellraiser mythos with two newly designed Cenobites as well and several new "boxes" or ways to summon hell to earth.

In this issue you learn the origins of several of the Harrowers and how they came to meet Kirsty. As well as some of the other devices that LeMarchand created as gateways to the horrors and pleasures of hell. This contradicts the movie Bloodlines, in where LeMarchand only created the one box before he was killed. Showing that even though the rights are tied up with New Line Cinema, Clive Barker is still the master of his creation.

This is one of the best horror comics coming out right now, and there seems to be a surge in them due to the following of The Dead Walking on AMC. The fact that after all this time, and all the screwing with the original concept by the movie studio, Clive Barker could revitalize the Hellraiser franchise into what it is in this comic just shows how he is a true master of horror writing.






Review - Witch Doctor #3



Witch Doctor #3 by Image Comics. Written by Brandon Seifert. Drawn by Lukas Ketner. $2.99

In this issue, we get some background on the Witch Doctor's world and himself. But I'm a little disappointed to be honest. The title has been very unique, coming up with new items and apparatus to combat the supernatural creatures he comes in contact too. But in this issue, they fall back on old stand-by's which, again, I was disappointed by.

Basically, without giving away too much, the sword is Excalibur that the good Doctor pulled out of the stone and this is all leading up to Cthulhu type monsters and end of world prophecies. I have never been a big fan of the Cthulhu type stuff so, if you are and love this, tell me to fuck off, lol. But for me, this story was going in a different direction, in my opinion, than any type of comic like this did before. And, for it to fall back on both of these old plot lines kind of cheapened it a bit.

The writing and the art are fantastic as they have been from the start of this title. And over all, it still is a must read comic for horror fans, it is just a shame they decided to go this route with it.






Review - Witch Doctor #1



Witch Doctor #1 by Image Comics. Written by Brandon Seifert. Drawn by Lukas Ketner. $2.99

First off, I have to apologize for the fact of loosing the original critique of this comic. I was positive that I had posted it, but unfortunately I hadn't.

This first installment of the limited series comes out with a bang. A young boy is possessed and the good doctor comes to his aid even to the dismay of the Priest that was trying to exorcise the boy. Once again the gadgets of the good doctor are amazing and unique and his "healing" brings new life into a old subject. These two guys have really brought a new and refreshing take on the witch doctor and horror as well.

In my first review of #0, I remarked that it read like a Doctors dictionary, looks like it was only for that issue. This one reads like a charm and everyone can easily understand what he is saying and referring to.

This comic is definitely worth picking up even if you wait for the upcoming trade paperback or pick up the second or third printings for the issues. I hope that this limited series is just a start for many more comics to come from these guys.





Review - Hellblazer #283



Hellblazer #283 by Vertigo/DC Comics. Written by Peter Milligan. Drawn by Giuseppe Camuncoli. $2.99

Lol, Ok this is one fucked up story.

First a little background. This story continues after Gemma tried to kill John and to help summon the demon to do it, she stole his coat. After finding out that she was mistaken, she tries to sell the coat to put all the shit she went through behind her. This story is about John Constantine's coat that she sold on a version of Ebay.

That being said, who in the hell but Peter Milligan would come up with the idea that John's coat, that he has worn for years, would have its own mind? As much as that coat has been through, it makes you wonder why no one thought of it before now.

Back on the title as the artist, Giuseppe Camuncoli brings back his unique art style. Personally, if you can't have Simon Bisley drawing this all the time, Giuseppe is a great fit to do the title in his place.

I really wish I could remark on the rest of this comic, but I just can't. I would ruin it for all you readers, but suffice to say, I am really intrigued in seeing where this storyline goes.






Review - Danger Girl and the Army of Darkness #1



Danger Girl and the Army of Darkness #1 by IDW. Written by Andy Hartnell. Drawn by Chris Bolson. $3.99.

All I can say is, About bloody time! These two properties were just destined to be together in a comic. I mean come on, a organization of hot female ass kickers teaming up with the cult character Ash in one comic, what more can you ask, demon and zombies of course.

In this issue the Danger Girl's are introduced and go after the demon book Necronomicon Ex-Mortis (From the Army of Darkness movies), but only find one page. This in turn leads the main Danger Girl, Abbey Chase, to hunt down Ash as the single page shows his face.

The action and artwork are extremely well done and lead you thru the comic wanting more. I think the artist Chris Bolson was a great choice for this title and really gets the look and style of the characters down to a science.

The story itself is written by one of the co-creators of Danger Girls, Andy Hartnell, and it shows. The story is interesting and makes sense in a way that fans of Danger Girl or fans of the Army of Darkness will not be disappointed. I am definitely looking forward to up-coming issues.






Review - Danger Girl and the Army of Darkness #2



Danger Girl and the Army of Darkness #2 by IDW. Written by Andy Hartnell. Drawn by Chris Bolson. $3.99

Hail to the King Baby! Here comes the one and only Ash.

Ash enters the title with a bang as he knocks the living shit out of a Deadite. It also gives a good background of all the Army of Darkness movies, Buuuutttttttttt I'm not telling you anymore because it is too damn good and I don't want to spoil the surprise of it all. Lets just say that it is true to form for something Ash would be in.

Chris Bolson's artwork in this issue is amazing as he really nails expressions and the very craziness that is Ash. His rendition of the Deadites are, well...dead on, lol.

Once again, Andy Hartnell pulls out all the stops in bringing a solid story that is exciting to read. He has brought Ash to comic book life in all his glory that will make any fan of the movies love this book.

This title is definitely a must read for horror fans and a must have for any fans of the Army of Darkness movies. Lets hope they continue to bring out solid issues for many months to come.