New Project from the Soska Sisters Launches with Million Dollar Campaign!

The Rippaverse is the fans first independent comic book company taking the world by storm while entering into their fourth MILLION DOLLAR campaign!

Launched only a year and a half ago by musician and YouTuber, Eric July, the Rippaverse is dedicated to bringing the fans the entertainment they love with great comic books that reflect the incredible stories they grew up reading with industry legends like Chuck Dixon, Mike Baron, Joe Bennett, Graham Nolan, and Will Conrad recruited and leading the charge! 

Now with their latest book to launch its pre order campaign, YAIRA, they show no signs of slowing down. 

Launched only a year and a half ago by musician and YouTuber, Eric July, the Rippaverse is dedicated to bringing the fans the entertainment they love with great comic books that reflect the incredible stories they grew up reading with industry legends like Chuck Dixon, Mike Baron, Joe Bennett, Graham Nolan, and Will Conrad recruited and leading the charge! 

Now with their latest book to launch its pre order campaign, YAIRA, they show no signs of slowing down. 

YAIRA #1 is set in The Rippaverse and written by the superstar twins of horror, the Soska Sisters  (American Mary, Rabid), powerfully penciled by  Débora Caritá and letters by the one and only Eric Weathers!

Yaira #1 is a 90-page graphic novel that promises to wow audiences with stunning cinematic action throughout and answer burning questions about The Rippaverse's resident frosty femme fatale! Alongside this release comes the kind of surprise for the fans The Rippaverse is becoming to be known by-- the company's first live action trailer directed by the Soska Sisters and starring Keeya King (Yellowjackets, Van Helsing), Andre Anthony (Scream VI, The Night Agent), Maia Jae Bastidas (Gen V, Festival of the Living Dead), Mackenzie Gray (Legion, Rabid), and introducing Morgan Boot as Yaira herself.

In a time where the superhero scene has started to grow stagnant, The Rippaverse is showing everyone that putting the creative power back in the hands of the fans is proving to be the answer to bringing excitement and enthusiasm back into the comic book business.

The YAIRA #1 pre order campaign will close May 26th. While it's off to a record breaking start, reaching One Million Dollars before even best-seller ISOM #1 did, you still have plenty of time to see what all the buzz is about-- https://rippaverse.com/store/yaira-1-campaign/yaira-1/

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TMNT #150 Is a Double-Sized Epic and Emotional Finale of the Run

LOS ANGELES, CA (January 11, 2024) – The colossal and cosmic time-consuming megalodon called Armaggon is trying to erase the TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES from existence. Now, only the brilliant and determined Donatello can potentially stop the fearsome foe by racing back to the past in a double-sized landmark 150th issue that celebrates more than a decade's worth of compelling TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) storytelling. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #150 Cover B by Sophie Campbell & Kevin Eastman Written by acclaimed author Sophie Campbell, the massive, epic and emotional TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #150 is the must-read conclusion of the ongoing series – fear not, shellheads, because more will be revealed about what’s next for TMNT soon! This momentous milestone issue will feature art by ARMAGEDDON GAME’s Vincenzo Federici and longtime TMNT creatives colorist Ronda Pattison and letterer Shawn Lee. Returning for this giant issue are former series artists Dan Duncan, Fero Pe, and Campbell. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #150 Cover C by Dan Duncan This climactic comic will pave the way for the next mutation of TMNT storytelling from IDW Publishing, but before looking forward, it’s important to visit the past, just like Donnie. IDW’s TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ongoing series has presented fans with more than 10 years worth of brilliant and critically-acclaimed tales that captivated both longtime and new TMNT fans with its exciting and heartfelt stories. Sophie Campbell: “I still can't quite believe I've gotten to work on this much TMNT, I thought for sure I'd get the boot in the first year but nope – here I am four years later still here against all odds. It's really been amazing, truly a dream job. I wonder what my 10-year-old self would think if she knew what she'd go on to eventually do. The fact that this chapter is ending and I'm leaving the series is bittersweet, I'll miss it for sure but it's time to move on and let somebody else have a shot at the Turtles, and I'll be back for more before you know it, whatever form that might take. As two great men once said, ‘change is constant’ and ‘life at best is bittersweet.’” Vincenzo Federici: “The meaning of this experience as a TMNT artist is too much for me to describe. If someone has had the opportunity to listen to my crazy speeches at NYCC panels in the last two years, they know that the TMNT were the main reason to make me choose this job when I was seven. And that's it! When Tom Waltz asked me to be the artist on ARMAGEDDON GAME I was so excited that I stopped sleeping for two days! Then, at the end of that event series, I was asked to be the main artist on the ongoing series until issue #150 and this was the ultimate blast. I was truly inspired by the previous artist's job, this helped me to create a personal vision of the TMNT and their world. This Road to #150 is an amazing run, full of surprise and action. Many revelations will be made and the fans will be delighted by them. I feel that TMNT is an evergreen title and they are able to cross generations. I put all of myself into these pages." TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #150 Cover D by Jesse Lonergan Ronda Pattison: “It's been a real career highlight to be part of such an impressively long run of TMNT with IDW, right from the beginning. I've worked with some amazing colleagues – writers, editors, an impressive array of artists – some of whom I'm lucky enough to call friends now. Most of all, I'm grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such a beloved franchise and – hopefully – leave my mark in some small way.” Shawn Lee: “Having grown up a fan of the comics, the cartoons, the toys, it's just a fantastic feeling to have contributed, in my small way, to this quirky self-published comic turned global smash!” Fero Pe: “As a fan of Turtles since the '80s and living through the Turtlemania of the '90s, it was always a dream to be able to participate in anything related to my heroes. Since issue one of IDW's TMNT came out, I told myself that I wanted to participate in that comic. Having the opportunity to draw them, and for several issues, exceeded any expectations. I am very grateful.” Dan Duncan: “The Turtles introduced me to comics as a kid, so this book was not just the job that started my career, it changed my life. I'm so proud of my time here and grateful to IDW, Nickelodeon and Kevin Eastman who let me be a part of it.  Even after I left, I was excited to be a fan and while it’s sad to see something so special wrap up, I hope everyone is as proud as I am and as a fan I'm excited to see what's next. Congratulations to you all!” TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #150 Cover RI 1:50 by Campbell & Eastman Tom Waltz: “Back in 2011, when I was first asked to join Team TMNT at IDW as the ongoing series writer, I was praying I'd at least get four issues of the story I'd concocted out to the public before I was run out of town. But before I knew it, four issues became 12, then 25, then 50... and suddenly I was at issue #100, and it was time to hand the main writing reins over to the amazingly talented Sophie Campbell. And here we are now, on the final stretch of The Road to 150, and Sophie has taken our beloved TMNT series to new and exciting heights during her fantastic run, all the while maintaining the core consistency of what makes a TMNT tale a... well, a TMNT tale. Family, friendship, relatable protagonists, nuanced antagonists, real-world dangers and drama mixed with gritty street action and fantastical adventures, and on and on. It's all been there every step of the way for Sophie's fifty issues, and she's gonna wrap it all up with one mind-blowing bow on top. What a great time to be a shellhead!” Kevin Eastman: “For me, the IDW TMNT Comic Book Universe is a definitive one. When it was launched in 2011, Tom Waltz proposed to bring together elements from the first 25 years of storytelling, and from all various TMNT Universes, and with the help of a small army of extremely talented artisans, and nailed it brilliantly for 100 consecutive issues. Passing the baton off to Sophie Campbell for the following 50 fantastic issues solidified this TMNT foundation as the place where anything is, was, and has been possible. This wonderful place has been our collective ‘home’ for the past 12 years, and although we may see a ‘conclusion,’ but after 40 years of adventures, we won't see an end.” TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #150 goes on sale April 10, 2024, and will include 68 pages of story for $9.99 USD. The milestone issue will have a Cover A by Vincenzo Federici, Cover B by Kevin Eastman and Sophie Campbell, Cover C by Dan Duncan, and cover D by Jesse Lonergan. Fans and retailers have until March 4, 2024 to preorder.  For updates on everything regarding TMNT comics, be sure to follow IDW and the official TMNT accounts on social media.   About IDW Publishing IDW (NYSE AMERICAN: IDW) is a leading media company providing uniquely compelling stories and characters in various genres for global audiences across all entertainment platforms. The award-winning IDW Publishing and IDW Entertainment divisions holistically evaluate and acquire IP for franchise development across comics and graphic novels, television, theatrical, merchandise, and other entertainment platforms, in addition to bringing world-renowned storytelling to life with our creative partners.     About Paramount Consumer Products Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products’ portfolio includes a diverse slate of brands and content from BET, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and SHOWTIME®. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world’s most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit ParamountShop.com.

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IDW Publishing to Bring Signings, Portfolio Reviews, Live Sketching, Exclusive Variants, and More to New York Comic Con 2023!

IDW IS SET TO BRING MORE THAN A DOZEN EVENTS FOR FANS TO ENJOY ALL WEEKEND IN ARTIST ALLEY

SAN DIEGO, CA (October 6, 2023) – IDW Publishing will be celebrating comics all weekend long in New York Comic Con’s awe-inspiring Artist Alley from October 12 through October 15 with creator signings, live sketching, portfolio reviews, exclusive variant covers, giveaways, and more.

When fans enter Artist Alley, IDW Publishing will be front and center. Located at booth #HB905, aspiring comic book creators interested in portfolio reviews will need to drop off their portfolios for consideration on Friday, October 13 between 10am and 4pm for consideration. Selected submissions will be notified via text for an editorial appointment time on Saturday 10/15.

Love watching artists breathe life into a blank page? Live drawings will occur throughout the show featuring TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman, Hayden Sherman (DARK SPACES: DUNGEON), Ben Bishop and the Escorza Brothers (TMNT: THE LAST RONIN II - RE-EVOLUTION), Alan Robert (THE BEAUTY OF HORROR), and a special surprise guest. All work will be contributed to the charity Comic Books for Kids.

Want to meet some brilliant creators? IDW’s packed signing schedule is provided below, and there will even be a few surprises at the show, so be sure to keep an eye on IDW’s social media for updates. Saturday signings require a wristband for entry, as noted on the schedule. Wristbands for these events will begin when Artist Alley opens to the public on Saturday at 10am and will end when all allotted wristbands have been given out.

Thursday (10/12) 

 12-1pm: G. Willow Wilson (THE HUNGER AND THE DUSK)

2-3pm: Frank Tieri (GODZILLA: HERE THERE BE DRAGONS)

5-6pm: Scott Snyder, Che Grayson, Jeremy Lambert, Hayden Sherman (DARK SPACES)

Friday (10/13)

11-12pm: Stephen Graham Jones (EARTHDIVERS)

3-4pm: David M. Booher, Jeremy Lambert (DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: SATURDAY MORNING ADVENTURES - HONOR AMONG THIEVES)

4:30-5:30pm: Collin Kelly, Christopher Cantwell (STAR TREK, STAR TREK: DEFIANT)

Saturday (10/14)

12-1pm: Ben Bishop, Tom Waltz, Isaac Escorza, Esau Escorza, Kevin Eastman (TMNT: THE LAST RONIN)

Wristband required

No posed photography

1:30-2:30pm: TMNT: Special Guest - to be revealed at the show!

Wristband required

No posed photography

Sunday (10/15)

11-12pm: Luca Debus (FUNNY THINGS)

12:30-1:30pm: Alan Robert (BEAUTY OF HORROR)

2-3pm: Colleen Madden (SHELLEY FRANKENSTEIN: COWPIGGY)

 

Convention Exclusives (Limited Editions of 500)

Foil Variants (Limited to only 500 copies. $20 each.)

Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees #1 

Dark Spaces: Dungeon #1 

Earthdivers #11

My Little Pony: Black, White, and Blue

Sonic the Hedgehog Amy's 30th Anniversary Special

Star Trek #13 

Teenage Mutant Ninja #144

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures (2023-) #5

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures—Halloween Special

Premium Lithographs (Limited to only 500 pieces. $50 each.)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #125 

TMNT: Last Ronin II - Re-Evolution #1 

 

We'll see you all at New York Comic Con next week!

 

 

 

 

About IDW Publishing

IDW (NYSE AMERICAN: IDW) is a leading media company providing uniquely compelling stories and characters in various genres for global audiences across all entertainment platforms. The award-winning IDW Publishing and IDW Entertainment divisions holistically evaluate and acquire IP for franchise development across comics and graphic novels, television, theatrical, merchandise, and other entertainment platforms, in addition to bringing world-renowned storytelling to life with our creative partners.

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Within Temptation Launch Exciting New Comic Book Series!

PRE-ORDER NEW WITHIN TEMPTATION COMIC BOOK

WITHIN TEMPTATION BRING THEIR SWEEPING STORYTELLING TO COMICS WITH A NEW SERIES Acclaimed symphonic metal band tackle the rise of AI with Opus Comics Symphonic metal band Within Temptation are bringing their unique vision of the future to comic audiences with a brand new series from Opus Comics based on their 2019 album Resist and 2021 virtual concert Aftermath. Set in the distant future, an endless battle rages between two species — an advanced but inherently humanoid species ruled by a techno-organic matriarch on one side, and a cruel race of alien artificial intelligences on the other. Multiple stories collide to paint a sweeping portrait of the matriarch's life and her struggle to balance what she was created to be with the impossible forces that shape her. In order to bring this story to the comic book page, the band have teamed up with acclaimed YA author Marieke Nijkamp and heavy metal artist Montos to flesh out their dystopian world. "The Purge cover star GENESIS has come to life on our stage and in different merchandise designs, and now she will be taking you on the biggest quest of her life — in both our next album as well as in our comic book series," says vocalist and co-founder Sharon den Adel, "Teaming up with Opus for this seemed like the logical decision, as they are a heavyweight in creating comic books and only work with the best designers and storytellers. We can't wait to show you the final result! We hope you'll enjoy it as much as we do!" The first issue will be available in a limited-edition print run featuring an exclusive numbered foil cover by Agustin Alessio (Star Wars, Avengers, Thor: God of Thunder) direct from Incendium Online, with a newsstand edition in comic stores this May for wide retail release. "The symphonic splendour of Within Temptation has always transported listeners to other worlds, and experiencing those songs supported by the incredible set design of recent stage shows and virtual performances presented a wonderful opportunity to explore their futuristic vision with an all new narrative," adds Incendium and Opus Comics founder Llexi Leon. "Today, the battle against AI is suddenly a very real topic, particularly for artists and other creatives, which is reflected in the story of the matriarch and her struggle." Within Temptation #1 is the first in a three-part mini-series at 40 pages long, and is solicited in Diamond Comic Distributors' March PREVIEWS catalogue for May release at Opus Comics' signature $6.66 price point. Fans can also buy a numbered limited-edition version of the book with foil treatment directly here.

ABOUT WITHIN TEMPTATION: Legendary leaders of dark anthemic music, with a career spanning two decades and with seven studio albums under their belt — Enter [1997], Mother Earth [2000], The Silent Force [2004], The Heart of Everything [2007], The Unforgiving [2011], Hydra [2014], and RESIST [2019]: all accounting for more than four million record sales to their name —Within Temptation are a genuine force to be reckoned with. Simply, they are one of the world's most successful heavy rock groups. In 2020 and 2021, the band released "Entertain You," "The Purge," and "Shed My Skin," singles that all peaked in the Top 20 of the US Billboard Mainstream Rock Indicator Charts and topped the official German charts. The band's work has received numerous international awards, including a World Music Award, MTV Europe Music Awards, a Metal Hammer Award, and many more.   ABOUT OPUS COMICS: Opus Comics was founded in 2021 by writer and creative director Llexi Leon, launching with over a dozen comic book titles based on some of the world's best-known music-related IP including Bill and Ted: Roll the Dice, Frank Frazetta's Death Dealer, and Evanescence: Echoes from the Void. Opus Comics is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Incendium, a full-spectrum creative and production house with comics, merchandising, interactive, and animation divisions. ABOUT INCENDIUM: Founded in 2006, Incendium is a multi-faceted production company known for an array of animation, comic books, toys, and video games. Driven by our team's passion for Myths, Monsters, and Metal, the brand embraces '80s and '90s counterculture with a contemporary twist. On Facebook: @IncendiumOnline  On Twitter: @IncendiumOnline Instagram WITHIN TEMPTATION ONLINE:

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