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CMON's SDCC Exclusives: A Betrayal to Loyal Fans and Backers?

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In recent years, CMON has built a reputation for creating some of the most beloved board games in the industry. Titles like Zombicide , Dune , Cyberpunk 2077 , Cthulhu: Death May Die , Arcadia Quest and Marvel United have garnered a dedicated fanbase, many of whom have supported these games through Kickstarter campaigns and retail purchases. However, CMON's recent decision to make exclusive content for these games available only at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) has sparked significant outrage among its loyal supporters. The Exclusivity Issue At the heart of the controversy are the exclusive expansions and content for Zombicide: White Death, Cthulhu: Death May Die, and Marvel United. These exclusives include: Zombicide: White Death TMNT Expansion: Featuring comics and Rocksteady and Bebop miniatures for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles expansion. This expansion is only available at SDCC, but was highly requested by backers during the entire campaign. Godzilla Expansion for Cthulhu: D
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Quick Ratings: @DarkHorseComics Abe Sapien, Star Wars, Breath of Bones, Killjoys


Here are today's Quick Ratings. Included are Dark Horse Comics'; Abe Sapien #3, Star Wars: Dark Times - Fire Carrier #5, Breath of Bones: A Tale of the Golem #1, The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys #1. If you have any questions about my rating or want to discuss anything just leave me a comment.
See the Review Rating Overview page for more information on how I rate each comic


Abe Sapien #3 - Dark and Terrible Part 3


A town cut off from the world by rampaging monsters must decide if the strange fishman in their midst signals salvation, or the end of days.


Sebastián Fiumara (Loki, Mystery in Space) joins the Mignolaverse.

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Cover & Solicit 3/5
Art, Colors & Inking 3/5
Layout & Flow 3/5
Story 2/5
Verdict 2.6 - (Buy Abe Sapien #3) SAVE 10%


Fire Carrier » Star Wars: Dark Times - Fire Carrier #5 - Part 5 of 5


Jedi Master K’Kruhk’s fight with militia soldiers comes to an abrupt end—with the appearance of not one, but two unexpected allies. The refuge he and his Padawans have sought may be in sight . . .


but a shadow from within their own ranks bodes a perilous future.


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 Cover & Solicit 3/5
Art, Colors & Inking 3/5
Layout & Flow 5/5
Story 5/5
Verdict 4.1 - (Buy Star Wars: Dark Times - Fire Carrier #5) SAVE 10%

Breath of Bones: A Tale of the Golem #1 - Part 1 of 3


The giant clay monster from Jewish legend goes on a Nazi-killing rampage in order to protect the inhabitants of a small Jewish stronghold and an injured British pilot.

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Cover & Solicit 3/5
Art, Colors & Inking 4/5
Layout & Flow 5/5
Story 5/5
Verdict 4.4 - (Buy Breath of Bones: A Tale of the Golem #1) SAVE 10%

The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys #1 - Chapter One: Whatever Gets You Through the Night


Years ago, the Killjoys fought against the tyrannical megacorporation Better Living Industries, costing them their lives, save for one—the mysterious Girl. Today, the followers of the original Killjoys languish in the Desert while BLI systematically strips citizens of their individuality. As the fight for freedom fades, it’s left to the Girl to take up the mantle and bring down the fearsome BLI or else join the mindless ranks of Bat City!

 The final chapter of the Danger Days (Album) saga by My Chemical Romance!

 FROM THE CREATOR OF THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY.

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Cover & Solicit 3/5
Art, Colors & Inking 3/5
Layout & Flow 4/5
Story 4/5
Verdict 3.6 - (Buy The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys #1) SAVE 10%

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