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Dark Horse in the Headlines - September 18th

09/20/2013 1:37pm

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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!

EXCLUSIVE: Georges Jeanty Illustrates Dark Horse's "Serenity" | CBR

CBR News spoke exclusively with artist Georges Jeanty about trading the supernatural for sci-fi as he moves from Dark Horse's "Buffy" to the upcoming "Serenity," his love of the series and fear of the Reavers.

'Buzzkill' tackles addiction with superhero tropes | USA TODAY

Star of new Dark Horse Comics series deals with the powers — and consequences of those abilities — that come from drugs and alcohol.

'Buzzkill' Comic Hero's Super Power Comes From Alcohol, Drugs | Huffington Post

-- For some heroes, power comes from the stars or a mutation or a secret experiment gone awry. Ruben, the somewhat reluctant protagonist of Dark Horse Comics' "Buzzkill," needs only to tip back bottles of beer or take lots of pills.

Armed Massacres, Gun Control And The NSA Get Superhero Analogues In Bloodhound | Bleeding Cool

Blood Hound was a book created by Dan Jolley, drawn by Drew Johnson, and then Leonard Kirk, and published by DC back in 2004. And it was co-owned by DC and Dan. And after extensive negotiation, Dan Jolley got the rights back and it was reprinted (without the Firestorm crossover in issue 5) by Dark Horse earlier this year. Then a new series of stories with Kirk and Robin Riggs ran in Dark Horse Presents.

BEHIND BUFFY SEASON 9: The Old Rules Don't Apply | CBR

"Buffy" writer Andrew Chambliss goes through the conclusion of "Season 9" with CBR, sharing his thoughts on the events of the final issue and hinting at paths yet to be walked in the looming Season 10.

Preview: Empowered – Nine Beers With Ninjette by Adam Warren and Takeshi Miyazawa | Bleeding Cool

Empowered is a bit of a guilty secret comic of mine. Funny, clever, sexy, silly and deep, it attempts of have its cake and eat it, licking it’s dirty, dirty fingers in the process.

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Elfquest Special: The Final Quest" |CBR

Courtesy of Dark Horse, CBR presents an exclusive preview of Wendy and RIchard Pini's "Elfquest Special: The Final Quest." The all-new one-shot prologue to the upcoming series lands in stores October 9.

Dark Horse Get A Trailer For Clown Fatale | Bleeding Cool

Here’s the trailer to new Dark Horse comic, Clown Fatale by Victor Gischler and Maurizio Rosenzweig. Sexy female clowns are mistaken for contract killers and abandon their shabby traveling circus for a world of violence and cruelty—with clown makeup.

Comics Pyrotechnics – Alex de Campi’s Smoke and Ashes Are Together At Last | Bleeding Cool

Alex de Campi and Igor Kordey produced the Eisner nominated-series Smoke from IDW in 2005. Fans wondered if there would be more, and in 2011, de Campi and Jimmy Broxton launched a highly successful Kickstarter for the series’ sequel...

THE WEEK IN REVIEW

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #111

"All in all this is a book that knows its stride and may be the best of its kind. Fast, fun and endlessly imaginative, B.P.R.D. isn't one to miss." - Comic Bastards

"I feel like anything could happen courtesy Arcudi, Mignola, and Crook. Whatever that destination, I'm eagerly awaiting our arrival. "B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth" brings the creepiness every month, and this issue is no exception." - Comic Book Resources

Buzzkill #1

"Buzzkill is a must-buy this week! The story is strong, the art beautiful and it's off to a tremendous start. Dark Horse has a gem here and you would be missing out if you don't pick this title up. This book has so much potential it's scary. Yes, it's that good." - Unleash the Fanboy

"The front cover of Buzzkill has a quote from Mark Waid saying, "God, I wish I'd thought of this." That's a hell of an endorsement and so far, it's kind of book that'll make you say that." - Newsarama

"This is an incredibly refreshing take on a genre that I normally don't enjoy; Buzzkill proves to be a superhero story I can't wait to read more of." - Comic Bastards

"By the end of the issue Cates and Shaw should have you hook, line, and sinker. Buzzkill manages to be fun, entertaining, and oddly dark. If youre looking for a wildly original take on the superhero genre look no further. This is as good as it gets." - Bloody Disgusting

Conan the Barbarian #20

"Conan the Barbarian #20 is a valuable addition to the sterling title and a worthwhile comic to place in the vaults of your collection. Highly recommended." Unleash the Fanboy

"I was shocked by how much I enjoyed this latest issue of Brian Wood's Conan the Barbarian: Queen of the Black Coast. " - Comics Bulletin

Dream Thief #5

"If you haven't been reading Dream Thief, at the very least be sure to pick up the trade paperback in a few months. I cannot oversell how much you'll enjoy it." - Unleash the Fanboy

"I've really enjoyed Dream Thief, including this issue (blemishes and all), and am very much looking forward to it continuing, which it promises to do in a solicit at the back of the book. It seems like a long way off now, but with its trade dropping on March 12, 2014, you waiters out there will have no excuse but to check it out!" - Comic Bastards

"Where will things go from here? It will be fun to see how this story will play out now. Until Dream Thief returns let's hope John gets some well deserved sleep without killing anyone." - All Comic

Kiss Me, Satan #1

"The first installment was masterfully paced and scripted, and the artwork is phenomenal. If you enjoy action or horror with a bit of humor, do yourself a favor and give this one a chance." - All Comic

"Overall, Kiss Me Satan is a promising series, especially for those of us with a high tolerance for fantastical creatures and supernatural stories." - Unleash the Fanboy

"Great artwork and monster design. Great use of color. Atmospheric New Orleans setting. Werewolf mobsters." -Adventures in Poor Taste

Star Wars: Dark Times—A Spark Remains #3

"This one breaks into memorable and great territory…This is an outstanding read." - ComicList

"Star Wars: Dark Times – A Spark Remains #3 is an entry that's action-packed, compelling and sure to thrill across the entire galaxy. Recommended." - Unleash the Fanboy

The Strain: The Fall #3

"Exciting at its core, “The Strain: The Fall” #3 keeps the story moving with an engaging cast of unlikely heroes. If you're a fan of the novel, you'll definitely enjoy how the book's prose is brought to life in the comic book page." - Bloody Disgusting

"The series definitely has a lot going on for it, with one gem that stood out as really great writing this issue, spoken by the Professor, “...When hope is waning, vengeance must sustain us.” In context, it’s even more powerful. I will keep reading for the story, because it is decently gripping. I’m sure keeping up with it will be great for when the TV series comes out." - The Outhouse

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