Aspen Solicitations February 2012

Do you need something for that special someone in life? That special person that needs a gift to commemorate Valentine's Day? That love of your life that's also a big Aspen Comics fan? Check out these solicitations to find that special issue for that special someone.

Shrugged (Vol. 2) #0 is written by Frank Mastromauro and illustrated by Micah Gunnell and Kelsey Shannon. The debut zero issue sets the stage for the premiere of the first issue that's the unique tale of the human intellect, the hearts desires and the reason behind your every decision. The issue hits stores February 1.

Dead Man's Run #2 is written by Greg Pak and illustrated by Tony Parker, Sam Tinker is plotting an escape from Hell by pulling together a team of its worst inmates. The title shows how far a good man will go to save his innocent sister and hits stores February 15.

Broken Pieces #3 is a new original series from Aspen by Mark Roslan and illustrated by Micah Kaneshiro. In a situation mimicking the title, the broken pieces of Dr. Richard Adam's present begin to come together and look very similar to the horrific conditions of the world outside of Trinion's control. Broken Pieces #3 hits stores February 8.

If you want something a little creepier, then how about Haunted City #4 by Chip Taylor and Peter Johnson and illustrated by Michael Ryan? Tom and his team are fighting for their lives against an all-encompassing evil leading to a battle against a resurrected 19th-century gangsters from the Stygian depths of Manhattan Island. The weird tale of New York City will be available February 29.

Fathom Vol. 4 #5 is Aspen's flagship character and features the writings of Scott Lobdell and Alex Konat and illustrated by Beth Sotelo. Aspen Matthews stands alone against the mysterious Church of the Eternal Depths with her new alley Galit. Their mission is to destroy the undersea order at its source of ancient factions within the Japanese government. February 22 is the day where Aspen fans get to see her get real.

Finally, Soulfire Vol. 3 #8 is written by J.T. Krul, illustrated by Jason Fabok and colored by John Starr. It also hits stores February 22 and puts Malikai in front of a startling revelation amidst the war between Sethoru and Rahtumi. That revelation has him confronting himself and concludes the third volume of Soulfire.

Check out covers and full solicitations after the jump. And mark those calendars for February.

SHRUGGED (vol 2) #0
Frank Mastromauro – writer / Micah Gunnell ; Kelsey Shannon – art

The little voices return as SHRUGGED vol 2 begins!

From visionary Michael Turner, the same great creative force that brought you the acclaimed hits Fathom and Soulfire, comes this unique tale of the human intellect, the hearts desires, and the reason behind your every decision! However, these ‘reasons’ aren’t just in your head, they’re REAL, and they’re planning their way out all over again!

But, if you thought you knew anything about the world of SHRUGGED, you better think twice! Or three times even, because everything you know is about to be turned upside down, and those little voices inside your head are about to get MUCH louder!

Brought to you by Frank Mastromauro and artists Micah Gunnell and Kelsey Shannon, this debut zero issue features a brand-new 16-page story that sets the stage for next month’s upcoming premiere of SHRUGGED vol 2 #1. Accompanied by an additional sketchbook section and never before seen character designs and art, make sure to listen to the little voices inside of your head and pick up, SHRUGGED!!

SHRUGGED (vol 2) #0 is in stores February 1st, 2012!

DEAD MAN’S RUN #2
Greg Pak – Writer / Tony Parker - Art

From acclaimed "Hulk" writer Greg Pak, legendary "Walking Dead" producer Gale Anne Hurd, and Tony Parker, artist of the Eisner-nominated "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep”, comes the biggest blockbuster series of the new year – DEAD MAN’S RUN!

What does a dead man do when he discovers that Hell is the world's most horrific maximum-security prison on the planet? If you're cartographer Sam Tinker, you plan your escape -- by pulling together a team of Hell's most terrifying inmates. Discover how far a good man will go to save his innocent sister, and get ready for an unbelievable supernatural action-packed thriller, as Aspen Comics proudly presents its newest hit series, DEAD MAN’S RUN!

DEAD MAN’S RUN #2 is in stores February 15th, 2012!



BROKEN PIECES #3
Mark Roslan – Writer / Micah Kaneshiro - Art

What is lost in life is found in…death!

Aspen Comic’s newest original series, BROKEN PIECES, continues!

The broken pieces of Dr. Richard Adam’s present begin to come together, revealing the tragic reality of his impending future! Meanwhile, Adams begins to discover the disastrous and horrific conditions of the world and people outside the boundaries of Trinion’s control, as his wife Gabriella must make a reluctant decision to continue working on her research for Ludas, and the nefarious corporation. Plus, the arrival of Trinion’s Elite Soldier force complicates matters even more—as collateral damage and bloodshed follows their destructive mission objective!

Written and created by Aspen’s own Mark Roslan and featuring stunning artwork by newcomer and series artist Micah Kaneshiro, BROKEN PIECES will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!

BROKEN PIECES #3 is in stores February 8th, 2012!



HAUNTED CITY #4
Chap Taylor & Peter Johnson – Writers / Michael Ryan - Art

Welcome to New York City. The biggest haunted house in the world.

Volume one of HAUNTED CITY reaches it's shattering climax as Tom and the team fight for their lives against the evil that surrounds them on all sides, culminating in a pitched battle against resurrected 19th-century gangsters that rages from the Stygian depths of Manhattan Island to the pinnacle of the Empire State Building. Secrets are revealed and questions are answered as Internal Affairs, Vic Cerberus' werewolf gangsters and an entirely new threat test our heroes as never before... and one member of the team pays the ultimate price.

Teaming up with producer and director McG’s Wonderland Sound and Vision, Aspen Comics proudly brings to you HAUNTED CITY, an all-new story that’s set to take comics and Hollywood by storm!

HAUNTED CITY #4 is in stores February 29th, 2012!



FATHOM (vol 4) #5
Scott Lobdell – Writer / Alex Konat – Pencils / Beth Sotelo – Colors

Michael Turner’s FATHOM continues on its sensational fourth volume!

Aspen Matthews stands alone against the mysterious Church of the Eternal Depths -- while her new alley Galit works to destroy the undersea order at its source: an ancient factions within the Japanese government! Since the opening pages of the epic story of Aspen Matthews, those factions have been waiting to unleash the myriad of weapons they have adapted from the Blue's technology. But, if they were counting on facing the underwater wallflower from her earliest adventures, her enemies couldn't possibly understand the true power that is Aspen!

For the legions of FATHOM fans who have been waiting to see Aspen in her element and taking control of her life, now is the time to jump on in—the water’s just fine!

FATHOM #5 is in stores February 22nd, 2012!



SOULFIRE (vol 3) #8
J.T. Krul – Writer / Jason Fabok – Art / John Starr – Colors

The magic has returned! But, this time…the light has grown dark.

As the war of ages between the Sethoru and the Rahtumi rages on to its climactic finish, Malikai must confront a deeply startling revelation – the malevolent chaos creatures that have been tormenting the world--are actually part of his own soul! How can the Bearer of the Light possibly defeat an evil that grows within himself? And what means can he possibly turn to in order to contain a darkness that feeds on the very light of the living? Don't miss out on the shocking conclusion to the epic third volume of SOULFIRE!

New adversaries, exotic locations, and a fresh cast of exciting characters, including some from the Soulfire Universe’s long forgotten past, reign supreme in this finale to the epic third SOULFIRE volume!

SOULFIRE (VOL 3) #8 is in stores February 22nd, 2012!



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