Some highlights at BOOM! Studios this week are the Steven Universe: Greg Universe Special that ties in to the hit Cartoon Network show, the fourth chapter of Burning Fields, the fourth issue of (and exclusive playing card for) Munchkin, and the Eisner-nominated Cow Boy arrives in a trade paperback edition.
Hit: 1957 #2 (of 4)
Author: Bryce Carlson
Artist: Vanesa R. Del Rey
Tensions are building in the new Hit Squad as Sticky deals with the consequences of his actions and his relationship with Slater continues to fray. Meanwhile, Bonnie finds herself falling for the same old trap as she begins to enjoy her time in Las Vegas with her captor, Vincent.
Burning Fields #4 (of 8 )
Authors: Michael Moreci & Tim Daniel
Artist: Colin Lorimer
Dana and Aban chase down leads through a series of tunnels far from any military base, unaware that Decker and the PMCs are headed the same way, ready for a showdown. But the real threat is something far more sinister than any of them could have imagined.
Big Trouble in Little China #10
Author: Eric Powell
Artist: Brian Churilla
While Egg and Wong battle for Jack’s soul in the streets of Chinatown, Jack must find a way to make secure his own escape and back-stab Lo Pan in the process. When you get stuck in the Hell of No Return and your worst enemy is the only help you got, then you know your name is Jack Burton.
Thomas Alsop Vol. 1 TP
Author: Chris Miskiewicz
Artist: Palle Schmidt
What’s to Love: Bringing readers great books from new talent has always been close to our hearts, and Chris Miskiewicz and Palle Schmidt have created a warlock for these modern times. Fans of John Constantine and Dr. Strange will love this new take on the magic-wielding hero who battles demons on the streets…and in his own mind.
What It Is: What would you do if you had the magical ability and responsibility to protect the island of Manhattan from supernatural forces of evil? Well, if you’re Thomas Alsop, you get a reality television show and make some money off of it, that’s what! Alsop is the current “Hand of the Island,” a title handed down from generation to generation. He guards Manhattan from evil, using his family’s prowess for magic. Thomas has money and fame, but also the burden of a being this generation’s occult warrior. Can he survive the battles both within and without? Collects issues #1-4.
Steven Universe: Greg Universe Special #1
Authors: Jeremy Sorese, Liz Prince, Coleman Engle, Grace Kraft, Chrystin Garland, and Kevin Panetta
Artists: Jeremy Sorese, Coleman Engle, Grace Kraft, Kelly Turnbull, Rachel Dukes, Chrystin Garland, and Jared Morgan
Imprint: KaBOOM!
What’s to Love: There’s a lot of heart in Rebecca Sugar’s Steven Universe, and a big part of that comes from the relationship between Steven and his dad, Greg. We’ve gathered some top indie talent for a collection of Greg-centric shorts that are sure to warm your heart.
What It Is: Steven Universe and the rest of the Crystal Gems are bonafide heroes, saving Beach City day after day. But you know who else is a hero? Greg Universe! Steven’s dad might not have Crystal Gem powers, but he’s a valuable member of the team, too! This oversized collection of shorts features father-and-son fun, as Greg teaches Steven some valuable life lessons.
Plunder #3 (of 4)
Imprint: Archaia
Author: Swifty Lang
Artist: Skuds McKinley
The creature has reconfigured. Bahdoon teams up with the ship’s sole survivor to escape as more crew members begin to see twisted versions of their fantasies. The pirate leader isn’t sure who he wants to kill more: the monster or Bahdoon?
Rocket Salvage #5 (of 5)
Imprint: Archaia
Author: Yehudi Mercado
Artist: Bachan
Double-sized final issue, 44 pages of story! War descends on Rio Rojo. With robot Republic of Galaxy warriors filling the skies and monster Galactic Republic guards infesting the streets, the Rockets are in the fight of their life. Zeta must turn the tide and use her powers to end this thing once and for all.
Cow Boy Vol. 1 TP
Author: Nate Cosby
Artist: Chris Eliopoulos
Imprint: Archaia
What’s to Love: Written by Nate Cosby (Jim Henson’s The Storyteller, Pigs) and illustrated by Chris Eliopoulos (Hawkeye, Franklin Richards), the Eisner Award-nominated graphic novel about a 10-year-old bounty hunter going after his law-breaking relatives is now collected in softcover for the first time.
What It Is: Boyd Linney ain’t no ordinary 10-year-old. This here is the tale of the young bounty hunter, determined to round up his whole outlaw family. He travels across the Old West on an unstoppable quest to put his entire family in the clink, or die tryin’. This includes short stories by Roger Langridge (Jim Henson’s The Musical Monsters of Turkey Hollow, Abigail and the Snowman), Brian Clevinger and Scott Wegener (Atomic Robo), Mike Maihack (Cleopatra in Space), and Colleen Coover (Bandette).
Munchkin #4
Imprint: BOOM! Box
Author: Tom Siddell, Jim Zub
Artist: Mike Holmes, Rian Sygh
Based on the popular card game. A squad of space marines are sent to investigate a colony that has recently fallen out of contact, but when they get there, they find the first signs of non-human life are super annoying. Plus, an exclusive game card is included with every copy of the first printing!
