Tuesday, July 21, 2009

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS @ THIRD EYE FOR WEDNESDAY 7/22/09!

MARVEL 70th ANNIVERSARY PARTY ON TUESDAY NIGHT AUGUST 11th


That's right, folks! Third Eye is extremely excited to announce that we have been selected as one of the official sites to come celebrate the Marvel 70th Anniversary Party! Now, surely, you're asking... "What the hell is the Marvel 70th Anniversary Party?" Well, it's basically a big birthday party for Marvel Comics that's being held at selected comic shops across the country. It's also the "midnight release" of the extremely awesome looking MARVELS PROJECT from ED BRUBAKER, which is going to be one hell of a great read. And, being a birthday party, you can expect some free cake and ice cream, along with a great sale on all your favorite Marvel products.
Now, what's really cool, is besides the fact that we're going to be able to provide you guys with an early chance at scooping a very cool new series (I read the first full issue of Marvels Project #1, and will go on record as saying that this will be one of the better limited series of the summer. It's really got me excited.), but also we're able to bring you guys some very cool Marvel Party exclusives.

This includes the first 30 people to arrive for the Marvel 70th Anniversary party will be able to purchase one of the Marvel Party exclusive variant covers. The supplies on these are limited, so we'll only have enough to cover the first 30 of you guys, and you can only snag this copy of the book at the Marvel 70th Anniversary party. There will also be a few other exclusive covers available at the event as well!

But, best of all, it's a chance for everyone to come out, have fun, score some good deals, and talk Marvel with us here at Third Eye! So, join us in this great celebration!

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AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #600 &INCREDIBLE HULK #600 BRING BIG SURPRISES, BIG REVEALS, AND BOLD NEW DIRECTIONS FOR BOTH SERIES!!
Two of the most anticipated issues of the summer will be arriving this Wednesday at Third Eye, and along with them, come some shocking reveals, and bold new directions for the series.


First off, we have the highly anticipated INCREDIBLE HULK #600 which brings the mystery and intrigue of the current HULK storyline to a startling conclusion. Annnnd, why's that? Well, we get to find out who the RED HULK is! This is the question that has been on the tops of every Marvel fan's heads for the couple of years, and now it's finally going to be answered. And, guess who's all caught up in the middle of this? That's right, your friendly neighborhood Spider-man! Stellar artwork from Ed McGuiness, and big surprises galore make this one a must-read. Been waiting for the perfect opportunity to jump aboard HULK and find out why everyone's all about this title? Now's your chance! As for our personal thoughts? HULK captures that old school bigger than life Jack Kirby magic like no other book does right now. It's big, it's dumb, and it's a whole lot of fun. Trust us, this book is a real blast! Click here to read more about INCREDIBLE HULK #600!


And, speaking of everyone's friendly neighborhood Spider-man. We get a much well-deserved special issue that's supposed to be bringing back everyone's favorite red-headed bombshell, MARY JANE WATSON! This special issue is pencilled by none other than KICK-ASS artist, JOHN ROMITA JR, and not only does it feature the supposed return of Peter's main squeeze (something that we as fans have been clamoring for!), but also the return of DOCTOR OCTOPUS.. and he's supposed to be vicious as hell now! Don't miss out on this special issue that sets the stage for the new direction of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN. Click here to read more about AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #600!


BLACKEST NIGHT: GREEN LANTERN #44 CONTINUES THE SHEER AWESOMENESS OF BLACKEST NIGHT THIS WEDNESDAY AS BLACK LANTERN MARTIAN MANHUNTER GOES HEAD TO HEAD WITH HAL AND BARRY! MEANWHILE, BLACKEST NIGHT: TALES OF THE CORPS #2 CONTINUES TO EXPLORE AND REVEAL THE ORIGINS AND SECRETS OF THE DIFFERENT LANTERN CORPS!


Wow, holy crap, was Blackest Night awesome last week or what? It was a great first issue, and definitely well worth the hype. It's always a big bonus to see books live up to the hype they've been given, and we were very satisfied with the first issue of Blackest Night. A quick side note.. if you skipped BLACKEST NIGHT: TALES OF THE CORPS #1... pick it up this week! It was a VERY good tie-in issue, and with GEOFF JOHNS and PETER J. TOMASI handling the storytelling on it.. it definitely was not just a filler tie-in. We still have some of these left in stock, so be sure to snag yourselves a copy of #1 this week.

Now, onto Green Lantern #44. As most of you already know, Green Lantern has turned into one of DC's flagship premiere titles. After Green Lantern #43 from a couple of weeks ago (which kicked off Blackest Night by revealing the origin behind BLACK HAND, and his role as the herald for the Black Lantern Corps), we are extremely stoked to see what comes next this week in GREEN LANTERN #44. The solicits make it look like we'll be seeing J'onn Jonzz, the Martian Manhunter, who is now a super evil, super wicked Black Lantern throwing down with the Flash and Green Lantern. Plus, Sinestro is on his way to take back what is his from Mongul, the usurper of the Sinestro Corps. This one's a must for all of you following the Blackest Night ,and with more killer art from Doug Mahnke (he did Green Lantern 43), you know it's going to be one hell of a wicked read! Click here to read more about GREEN LANTERN #44!


As I said up above, the first issue of Blackest Night: Tales of the Corps was AWESOME! A fantastic read, and definitely not just another filler tie-in issue. It gets in depth with the secrets and mysteries behind the different color Lantern Corps, as well as their connections to The Blackest Night. If you guys missed out on the first one, then don't worry, we still have some in stock here at Third Eye. Come on through, and scoop up 1 and 2, and you'll be all caught up. Trust us, folks, it's worth it for the Mongul part alone, but the whole thing was good reading. And, the fact that Geoff Johns and Peter J. Tomasi, the two masterminds behind Blackest Night are penning it, definitely makes it into some solid reading. Click here to read more about BLACKEST NIGHT: TALES OF THE CORPS #2!

DEADPOOL SUICIDE KINGS #4 ARRIVES, AND ISSUES 1,2 AND 3 ARE ALL NOW IN STOCK AT THIRD EYE!


Deadpool is by far one of Marvel's most popular characters right now. And, while both of his currently ongoing series have been a great deal of fun, we've been huge fans of the current limited series, DEADPOOL: SUICIDE KINGS. You want to see Deadpool going head to head with the Punisher and Spider-man in completely ridiculous and awesome scenarios? Well, you got it, folks. And, last week, we were lucky enough to get all of the first three issues of DEADPOOL SUICIDE KINGS back in stock. So, if you missed em, now's your chance to jump aboard, and get into this killer series.


IMMORTAL WEAPONS #1 DEBUTS FEATURING TALES OF IRON FISTS PAST FROM SCALPED WRITER JASON AARON & CRIME NOVELIST DUANE SWIERCZYNSKI!


Iron Fist was one of our favorite hidden gems here at Third Eye. Ed Brubaker and Matt Fraction really breathed new life into this character by infusing the book with old school Shaw Brothers Kung Fu Theater-style action, and a rich backstory. And, while we're sad to see Iron Fist's ongoing series come to an end, we're very excited about this new five issue limited series, IMMORTAL WEAPONS, which will be dedicating each issue to one of the classic Iron Fists of days gone past.

The first issue explores the origins and adventures of FAT COBRA, Master of the Sumo Thunder Stomp and the Devil's Skullcrusher! Written by rising star, Jason Aaron, the man responsible for our current favorite VERTIGO book, SCALPED, this is a very promising new limited series and is a must for anyone who loves two things: old school Kung Fu and Marvel Comics! PLUS, Duane Swierczynski returns with a new Danny Rand story! Click here to check out a preview of IMMORTAL WEAPONS #1!

ADULT SWIM'S METALOCALYPSEDETHKLOK VS. THE GOON ONE-SHOT ARRIVES THIS WEDNESDAY!


There are some pairings that are just common sense. Wolverine and Ninjas. Peanut butter and Jelly. Coffee and cigarettes. For whatever reason, they just work together. And, this Wednesday, the next dynamic duo dream team combo arrives with DETHKLOK vs. THE GOON. Yes, THAT Dethklok, the animated death metal band that appear on ADULT SWIM all the time. And, they're going head to head with one of our favorite bar-room brawlers, the Goon! Whether you've never read the Goon before in your life, or you've been following all along, this issue is the perfect entry point to the character. Find out why we rave all the time abou Eric Powell's gorgeous, twisted art, and why the quirkiness of the Goon keeps us coming back for more and more.

And, ontop of all that... he's going head to head with Nathan Explosion, Murderface and the rest of the Dethklok crew. How can you go wrong with that, huh, folks? Click here to check out a trailer, as well as more preview information about the truly brutalDETHKLOK vs. the GOON one-shot hitting Third Eye this Wednesday!

FINAL CRISIS: LEGION OF 3 WORLDS #5 ARRIVES... FINALLY!


The question that's been on every DC's brain over the last few months has been when the hell are we going to see the conclusion to the super awesome, but.. super late.. FINAL CRISIS: LEGION OF 3 WORLDS limited series? Well, finally, this week, the grand finale to this awesome (probably our favorite of the Final Crisis tie-ins) limited series arrives. Geoff Johns (Blackest Night mastermind) and George Perez (legendary comic book artist extraordinaire) really crafted a good story with this one, and with it leading directly into this summer's new ADVENTURE COMICS, we're really eager to see how the series ends out. You can read more aboutFINAL CRISIS: LEGION OF 3 WORLDS #5by clicking here.

BATMAN: REBORN CONTINUES THIS WEDNESDAY IN GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #2 FROM BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES WRITER PAUL DINI! YOUR HARLEY QUINN FIX IS HERE!


I gotta say, guys, I am totally impressed with how good the Batman books have been in the wake of Battle for the Cowl. DC has really lined up some rock solid creative teams, and done a damn fine job keeping a nice tight cohesive feel between the books. It's really hard to choose a favorite, although it's a strong three-way tie between Batman & Robin, Detective Comics, and Streets of Gotham. I have to say though, Gotham City Sirens was a good start, and lets face it, it's Paul Dini (the co-creator of the critically acclaimed BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES) doing what he does best: writing Harley, Ivy, and the rest of the Gotham femme fatales. And, this week, the next follow-up in this really cool new series featuring Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy and Catwoman arrives. Click here to read more about GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #2!

STAR TREK: SPOCK REFLECTIONS #1 - NEW LIMITED SERIES SET IN THE SAME UNIVERSE AS THIS YEAR'S NEW JJ ABRAMS "STAR TREK" FILM!


My favorite movie of the summer is still Star Trek. I thought they captured everything perfectly, and did a great job of keeping the essence of the franchise while making it accessible to people who weren't as diehard fans of the older films. To be honest, I'm a fan of the original series, and some of Next Generation, but, movie-wise.. this and Wrath of Khan are the big ones for me. And, the Star Trek Countdown miniseries that coincided with the film was EXTREMELY well-done. It did a fantastic job of weaving together the different timelines and realities of Trek.

This Wednesday, the new Star Trek: Spock Reflections limited series explores the reasons Spock chose to live on Romulus, and the events that play into the new Trek movie's Spock's choices and motivations. Plus, there's supposed to be some pretty startling surprises in store as well. Looks pretty solid, and lets face it: we're all hankering for some more Trek that's set in the same universe as the film. Click here to read a preview of STAR TREK: SPOCK REFLECTIONS #1!

DARK WOLVERINE #76 CONTINUES THIS SURPRISE HIT!



Okay, I'll admit it, I was a little on the fence about the new Dark Wolverine title. I've never been a big fan of the character Daken, and I don't have much faith in Daniel Way as a writer (outside of his work on DEADPOOL, which has been great). BUT BUT BUT.. I read Dark Wolverine #75, and I really enjoyed it. The first issue was pretty damn solid, and had some intriguing story potential going for it. I think the addition of Marjorie Liu is what really helps flesh the story and writing out. Plus, the artwork was very nicely done from Giuseppe Camuncoli. This week, the sinister master plans of Daken continue to take shape, as we find out what his motivations for being in the DARK AVENGERS are. Click here to read a preview of DARK WOLVERINE #76!

WEDNESDAY COMICS #3 - DC'S NEW 12 ISSUE WEEKLY SERIES CONTINUES TO DELIVER AWE AND AMAZEMENT! LAST WEEK'S WAS AWESOME! NEIL GAIMAN ON METAMORPHO, THE KUBERTS ON SGT ROCK, PAUL POPE ON ADAM STRANGE!


Wednesday Comics is probably going to end up being one of my favorite series of this year. It's brilliant format, beautiful artwork, and incredible roster of A-List writers makes the fact that we get this slab of beautiful every Wednesday even better. I'm serious, folks, no hype here.. I am really digging this. The format's a little awkward at first, but once you read through it, you realize there's really no other appropriate way for these stories to be told. And, when you really look at the mechanics of how the writers and artists have to get a chunk of story across in just one giant over-sized page... it really is impressive. Honestly, if you're just a fan of comics in general, give Wednesday Comics a go if you haven't already. We still have issue #1 and issue #2 in stock, and this week, the third installment arrives.

How can you go wrong with pairings such as 100 Bullets's Azzarello and Risso, Neil Gaiman and Mike Allred, Joe Kubert and his son Andy Kubert, and many others? Plus, Amanda Conner knocking it out of the park with Supergirl, and Paul Pope delivering an amazing Adam Strange story. It's A+ stuff, guys. Give it a look. Click here to read more about WEDNESDAY COMICS!

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