As I write this I have my bagged copy of Uncanny X-Force #18, the conclusion to the Dark Angel Saga. I’m about to rip and read what could be the final fate of Warren Worthington. The Regenesis previews give you an idea of what might happen to the covert mutant squad but with Rick Remender’s writing, the thrill is in how we get there.
In case you missed it, here’s my post on The Seeds of the Dark Angel Saga. I think all of these storylines are foundation pieces for this violent epic that be enjoyed all on their own. Warren’s journey from golden boy to villain’s pawn to ultimate evil will be long remembered in X-history.
Jim Lee's design for Free Comic Book Day t-shirt courtesy The Source, DC Comics
DC Comics and legendary creator Jim Lee revealed his design starring the Justice League on a t-shirt celebrating Free Comic Book Day, 2012. Proceeds of the shirt will go to FCBD marketing and promotional efforts.
Free Comic Book Day is May 5, 2012. The Justice League will star in DC Comics free comic next year.
Christopher Meloni photographed by Jeff Vespa courtesy wireimage.
Watch out Bill, Eric and Alcide – get ready for Team Christopher? TV Line reports that Christopher Meloni is joining Season 5 of True Blood as a regular cast member.
Creator Alan Ball say Meloni will play ”An ancient, powerful vampire who holds the fate of Bill and Eric in his hands.”
For 12 seasons Meloni played Detective Elliot Stabler on Law and Order: SVU. True Blood marks a return to HBO for Meloni who played Keller on Oz.
Meloni is starring in the Zach Snyder directed Superman reboot, The Man of Steel as Colonel Hardy.
No word yet on if Meloni’s character is from the Sookie Stackhouse series of books or a new one created by Alan Ball but expect him to do bad things next season.
Amazing Spider-Man Ends of the Earth teaser courtesy Marvel.com
Spider-Island wasn’t big enough! The world is about to become Spider-Man’s arena against one of his oldest foes. The journey to Amazing Spider-Man #700 takes Peter Parker to The Ends of the Earth. Marvel revealed story details on Amazing Spider-Man’s 50th Anniversary in today’s presser.
Writer Dan Slott on Doc Ock, “He’s got one shot for one master plan. He’s going for the whole thing. He’s going for the world. … This is Otto Octavius’s big grab for the greatest master plan of all time.” Slott further said that the story would rival (“Rivals? Ha! Ha, I say!” said Slott) the scope of Spider-Island and this would be “Otto Octavius Earth,” which would see Spider-Man operating on a global level to stop his arch-rival.
Amazing Spider-Man #682 preview art courtesy Marvel.com
Slott teased that the Sinister Six lineup might change by the end of this story and “Spider-Man has designed a new suit and this is a suit specifically designed to go to war with the Sinister Six.”
This story will tie-in to the Amazing Spider-Man movie with an epic battle with the Lizard.
Christopher Lloyd photo by John Shearer courtesy wireimage
Doctor Emmett Brown of Back to the Future, Commander Kruge in Star Trek: The Search for Spock, Judge Doom in Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Uncle Fester in The Addams Family! The man behind all these iconic roles is coming to Seattle for Emerald City Comicon in 2012. You have panels for each of his performances!
Christopher Lloyd will be here Saturday, March 31st and Sunday, April 1st. Along with his stellar sci-fi movie roles, Lloyd won an Emmy for Taxi.
The Dark Knight Rises teaser poster courtesy Warner Brothers
Director Christopher Nolan reveals why he chose Bane as Batman’s foe for The Dark Knight Rises to The Los Angeles Times.
“With Bane, the physicality is the thing. With a good villain you need an archetype, you know, you need the extreme of some type of villainy. The Joker is obviously a particular archetype of diabolical, chaotic anarchy and has a devilish sense of humor. Bane, to me, is something we haven’t dealt with in the films. We wanted to do something very different in this film. He’s a primarily physical villain, he’s a classic movie monster in a way — but with a terrific brain. I think he’s a fascinating character. I think people are going to get a kick out of what we’ve done with him” says Nolan.
Daken: Dark Wolverine #22 cover preview courtesy Marvel.com
Daken: Dark Wolverine ends with issues # 22 and #23 as “Daken’s terminal disease is in its final stages.”
This is the final confrontation between Wolverine and his son. There no plans for Daken to appear in another series. These issues come with a parents advisory
The man who played Sulu is acting like Ambassador Sarek with a hilarious twist. The “war” between William Shater and Carrie Fisher over Star Trek Versus Star Wars could be over. Takei urges all sci-fi fans unite to hate “Twilight.”
George Takei attempts to offer “Star Peace” by sacrificing vamps and werewolves saying “the new ominous threat to science fiction” is “Twilight” he told MSN. Click to see Ambassador Takei’s plea for “Star Peace!”
And don’t forget: George Takei is coming to Emerald City Comicon in 2012!
George Takei is scheduled to appear in Seattle at Emerald City Comicon in 2012.
