Wednesday, February 11, 2009

What's cool about Boba Fett?


Congratulations to Doniel Wolfe for winning the ArtFX Boba Fett statue ($99.99 value)! All Doniel did was register to win the statue while waiting to se MALL COP at the O'Fallon 15 Cinema this last weekend. Never fear, plenty of chances to win cool stuff will be coming the following months. Make sure you stop by the Twilight Comics table when you go to see WATCHMEN the weekend of March 6th!


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Shipping this week (2/11/09)-

ANGEL #17
Joss Whedon & Brian Lynch (plot)
Brian Lynch (w)
Franco Urru (a)
Urru, Alex Garner (c)
At the conclusion of the Angel TV series, Los Angeles and all its denizens were cast into a hellish dimension. Since then, Angel has sought redemption while dealing with the death and destruction brought on by his actions. Now, Joss Whedon, Brian Lynch, and Franco Urru present the final chapter in Angel's struggle after the fall. But will anyone survive to see the conclusion?

BATMAN #686
Written by Neil Gaiman
Art by Andy Kubert & Scott Williams
Covers by Andy Kubert and Alex Ross
"Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader?" part 1 of 2! Best-selling author Neil Gaiman (THE SANDMAN) and superstar artist Andy Kubert (BATMAN, Marvel 1602) join forces for a special 2-part BATMAN event! "Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader" is a captivating and mysterious tale the likes of which Batman and friends have never experienced before. Delving into the realms of life, death and the afterlife, Gaiman leaves no stone unturned as he explores every facet and era of Bruce Wayne's life.

BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS SPECIAL #1
Written by Peter J. Tomasi
Art and cover by Adam Kubert
& John Dell
Spinning out of "Batman R.I.P." and DC UNIVERSE: LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT, this special features the birth of a new era for the Outsiders and is a perfect entry point for past and present readers alike. FINAL CRISIS has changed the universe forever and though Batman may be gone, his legacy must endure. Forces are set in motion that give rise to a new team ready to combat the secret evil that the Outsiders were truly formed for all those years ago. Is Geo-Force the best leader? Or will Black Lightning prove to be a challenger? Plus, the introduction of a never-before-seen character important to the Batman mythos!
Writer Peter J. Tomasi (GREEN LANTERN CORPS, NIGHTWING) is joined by Adam Kubert
(DCU: LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT) for this extra-length one-shot spectacular, which is the opening chapter of an epic storyline that will continue within the pages of February's
THE OUTSIDERS #15!

GREEN LANTERN CORPS #33 (ORIGINS)
Written by Peter J. Tomasi
Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Rebecca Buchman
Featuring an "Origins and Omens" backup story! It's the prelude to "The Blackest Night" as the "War of Light" continues to intensify! Mongul attempts to establish his hold on the Sinestro Corps by enslaving the planet Daxam and making it the home world of his Corps. What does Sinestro's right hand man, Arkillo, think of all this? And will Sodam Yat, the Green Lantern known as Ion, fight to save his homeworld, which he's vowed to never return to?

THOR #600
Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI, STAN LEE
& CHRIS GIARRUSSO
Penciled by OLIVIER COIPEL, CHRIS GIARRUSSO & TBA
Wraparound Cover by OLIVIER COIPEL
Variant Wraparound Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
The mighty God of Thunder hits a major milestone! THOR goes back to its classic numbering for this issue 600 mega-event, and even Stan "The Man" Lee joins the party with an all-new story! J. Michael Straczynski and Olivier Coipel bring their widely acclaimed run to a major culmination! And Chris Giarrusso lays down an epic Mini Marvels Thor adventure! PLUS jaw- dropping wraparound covers by Olivier Coipel and Marko Djurdjevic! Miss this issue?! We say thee NAY!

WALKING DEAD #58 (MR)
story ROBERT KIRKMAN
art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN
The unthinkable.

X-MEN ORIGINS SABRETOOTH
Written by KIERON GILLEN
Pencils & Cover by DAN PANOSIAN
Every year, he beats Wolverine to an inch of his life. You won't find a sicker, more dangerous person in the Marvel Universe. But why? Why is he so vicious? Why is he so brutal? Why does he leave a wake of violence and death everywhere he goes? Look into Sabretooth's eyes and tremble...


Lots more goodies coming in!

Click here to see the full list of what's coming in February 11th.

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LAST CHANCE TO WATCH THE WATCHMEN EARLY AND GET THE COOL SHIRT
FINAL WEEK!
Over 20 years in the waiting, Watchmen will finally be released as a full-on, live action movie on March 6th. Preorder your limited edition Twilight Comics Doomsday Clock shirt and it'll include your ticket price at the O'Fallon 15 Cinema's preview showing on Thursday evening. Everyone wearing a shirt will be directed to the "trivia theatre" for a special chance to win wonderful prizes before the movie.

Get your order in before February 15th to ensure your spot and shirt.

Available online or in store!
More info here.

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Answer: He was FREE!


XOXO-

Brian