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Dark Horse in the Headlines - January 29th, 2014

01/31/2014 12:49pm

If you haven't been keeping up with your comics media, here's some key links and reviews for you to check out what we've got going on in the news!

'Serenity' Writer Zack Whedon Highlights Six Key Scenes | MTV

With this week's publication of Serenity: Leaves on the Wind #1 the western-scifi saga begun by Joss Whedon in the TV show "Firefly" and movie "Serenity" finally continues, in comic book form.

EXCLUSIVE: Gischler Brings "Angel & Faith" To "Season 10" | CBR

Incoming "Angel & Faith" writer Victor Gischler discusses the changes in store for the book while sharing an exclusive preview of the first issue.

Bryan J.L. Glass Gets FURIOUS with Dark Horse & the Lack of Female Characters | Newsarama

Dark Horse is offering readers yet another opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of superheroes in its most recent series:FURIOUS. This new, creator-owned series from writer, Bryan J.L. Glass (Mice Templar, Ship of Fools) and artist, Victor Santos (Mice Templar, Polar), which hit newsstands on January 29th.

EXCLUSIVE: Richardson's "Atomic Legion" Barrels Through Sci-Fi History | CBR

Dark Horse founder Mike Richardson discusses "The Atomic Legion," its cast of unlikely heroes and growing up with classic sci-fi.

Creating a font from a classic comic | BoingBoing

Typographer Nate Piekos describes how he created a 21st-century typeface from a 1980 issue of Elfquest—just in time to begin lettering the comic series' conclusive installment.

The Next Tomb Raider Story Starts Here | Kotaku

If you liked last year's Tomb Raider reboot, you're probably hungry for news on a sequel. Dark Horse Comics' upcoming comic adaptation isn't something you can slide into a console or PC disc slot but it does show what happens next to the young explorer.

Dark Horse Hires Familiar Actor To Write For Next Season Of Buffy | Mary Sue

Exciting news for Buffy the Vampire Slayer fans. Dark Horse Comics have decided to bring in one of the show’s actors to write an arc of the upcoming comic season. And they’ll be bringing back a fan-favorite pairing.

Dark Horse Donates Digital Comic Collection to Children's Cancer Association

Dark Horse Comics is turning pages for the Children’s Cancer Association with its digital comics. The entire Dark Horse Digital collection, which features over three thousand comics, will be made available for CCA’s program.

THE WEEK IN REVIEW

Conan and the People of the Black Circle #4

"People of the Black Circle has been a fun ride, and given me confidence in Van Lente as a Conan writer." - Comic Bulletin

"Conan and the People of the Black Circle #4 is a crowd pleasing affair that should easily garner the attention of even the most discerning fans. If you're into adventure, powerful warriors and the seeds of a forthcoming conquest than this comic book is for you." - Unleash the Fanboy

Furious #1

"Furious has busted out matching it's name. The comic is rage, action, fun, and entertaining. If you're a superhero fan, or a fan of visually eye-catching art, do yourself a favor and grab the first issue. You won't be disappointed." - Graphic Policy

"This is a very good start for this new limited series. If Mice Templar is any indication, Glass is very good at telling epic stories that are at once intimate and captivating. Along with Santo's beautiful illustrations, Glass has laid down the foundation for a wonderful new yarn." - Den of Geek

Never Ending #3

"Never Ending has the perfect combination of superhero and raw emotions. The concept is something new but don't think this timeless piece will leave you in an endless cycle. The time has nothing to do with it. Instead it is relatable to life's moments and how we count these moments." - Comic Bastards

"The art is spot on. The actions and different things going on, is something that could be difficult but with this artist, it is done. I think for all the issues, it has been done very well." - Unleash the Fanboy

Serenity: Leaves on the Wind #1

"Danger be damned! Heart is what makes that ship fly even when it shouldnt. These creators have captured it here. Lets see where they take it next, shall we?" - Bloody Disgusting

"Serenity came out years ago, so one would think it would be hard to slip back into the feel of Firefly, but the issue fits like your favorite pair of jeans…Overall, it's a fantastic set-up that's bound to make readers lament the fact that it's just a mini-series." - IGN

Sledgehammer 44: Lightning War #3

"The dialogue is peppered sparingly throughout this issue which is a great decision " it allows the action to flow without being interrupted. We can just focus on the hulking, shiny, armoured Sledgehammer battle the Nazi garbed bones of the Black Flame. It may not be the most subtle book but its relentless action, taut script and eye-widening art make it a truly unforgettable one." - Big Comic Page

"If you missed out on the first series and passed on this volume then you really should go back and pick this volume up from the beginning. Not only does the first issue recap the previous two chapters, but it sets up this new character in the Mignolaverse for one hell of a ride. Again, this was the most satisfying comic I read this week and one that any comic fan should check out." - Comic Bastards

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