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Pick Your Pickle and Prepare for Puns: Pickleball's Board Game Just Launched. A fast, fun, irreverent board game that celebrates the joy of Pickleball. Fans of silly puns, pickles, and fast-paced games alike have a new game to add to their list of must-haves: HotShot Pickleball. This delightful card-drawing board game is quick to learn and gives a surprising amount of opportunity to lightly strategize as you race to the ball and attempt to hit it back over the net to your opponent. The debut release from indie studio Midnight Trading Co., HotShot Pickleball was made while game designer Robert Gelb was recovering from an Achilles injury sustained, ironically, by playing Pickleball. For those who haven’t heard of pickleball, it's the fastest-growing sport in the world, with over 32 million players last year. HotShot Pickleball is a lively, family-friendly game that combines the fun of the sport with a cast of quirky, pickle-themed characters like Stew Cumber, Kim Chee, and Corni

@BoomStudios Comicbook Solicits for February 2014 @Archaia #KaBOOM #WeAreBoom


Want to know what's coming up for Boom! Studios in February and what to add to your Pull-List? The February 2014 Solicits have been released and can see them below. Also don't forget the solicits for Dark Horse, Image, Marvel, ;DC, Zenescope, IDW, AspenValiant, & Dynamite. And if you missed them, check out the past Boom! Studios Solicits.





LOKI: RAGNAROK AND ROLL
Author(s): Eric Esquivel
Artist(s): Jerry Gaylord
Cover Artist(s):  A: Jerry Gaylord B: Alexis Ziritt

WHY WE LOVE IT: Up-and-coming writer Eric Esquivel first caught our attention with Thor: The Unkillable Thunder Christ, and wowed us with his work on FREELANCERS. When he told us he wanted to bring those sensibilities to the trickster god Loki, we had to say “Yes!” Pairing him with FANBOYS VS ZOMBIES artist Jerry Gaylord sealed the deal.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Loki steps out of the shadow cast by his thunderous brother as Norse mythology crosses over with the only thing on Earth as wild and crazy…rock and roll!

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: What happens when Odin banishes Loki to Earth? He finds a world of outcasts that appreciate his style! While his kin sharpen their weapons, he picks up an electric guitar.

ROBOCOP: BETA #1
Retail Price: $3.99
Author(s):Ed Brisson
Artist(s): Emilio Laiso
Cover Artist(s):  Greg Smallwood

WHY WE LOVE IT: With the release of RoboCop, a re-imagining of the all-time classic, fans of the new and old will be immersed in the action, oppression and humanity that is RoboCop. We cannot wait to be first in line for this new motion picture event!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Four anthology-style one-shots exploring the world of the new film, brought to you by some of the freshest voices in the industry -- Joe Harris (GREAT PACIFIC), Frank Barbiere (FIVE GHOSTS), Ed Brisson (SHELTERED), and Michael Moreci (HOAX HUNTERS).

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Alex Murphy was the first successful attempt at creating a man in the machine. But before he could rise, many had to fall.Through the eyes of the failed test subjects on the path to making a successful integration between man and machine, Dr. Norton is forced to ask whether the sacrifice of a few is truly the path towards salvation. His morality must come head to head with Sellars’ vision.

ROBOCOP: MEMENTO MORI #1
Retail Price: $3.99
Author(s): Frank J. Barbiere
Artist(s):  João Vieira
Cover Artist(s):  Chris Mooneyham

WHY WE LOVE IT: With the release of RoboCop, a re-imagining of the all-time classic, fans of the new and old will be immersed in the action, oppression and humanity that is RoboCop. We cannot wait to be first in line for this new motion picture event!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Four anthology-style one-shots exploring the world of the new film, brought to you by some of the freshest voices in the industry -- Joe Harris (GREAT PACIFIC), Frank Barbiere (FIVE GHOSTS), Ed Brisson (SHELTERED), and Michael Moreci (HOAX HUNTERS).

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: When Alex Murphy goes under the knife,  his memories converge with reality. Perception is blurred and his mind tries to cope with the changes forced upon his very soul.  Through a distortion of the past, his present horrors loom over him.  The man within must be corrupted to make way for the future of America.

ROBOCOP: TO LIVE AND DIE IN DETROIT #1
Retail Price: $3.99
Author(s): Joe Harris
Artist(s): Piotr Kowalski
Cover Artist(s):   Piotr Kowalski

WHY WE LOVE IT: With the release of RoboCop, a re-imagining of the all-time classic, fans of the new and old will be immersed in the action, oppression and humanity that is RoboCop. We cannot wait to be first in line for this new motion picture event!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Four anthology-style one-shots exploring the world of the new film, brought to you by some of the freshest voices in the industry -- Joe Harris (GREAT PACIFIC), Frank Barbiere (FIVE GHOSTS), Ed Brisson (SHELTERED), and Michael Moreci (HOAX HUNTERS).

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: RoboCop is too good at his job. While the people love him, his ability to find and remove corruption puts fear into the corporate heads and government leaders.

With OCP at the wheel, they will do their best to steer him away from the powerful corrupt leaders, and keep him on the lower-level criminals. But some crimes cannot go unpunished.

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ROBOCOP: HOMINEM EX MACHINA #1
Retail Price: $3.99
Author(s): Michael Moreci
Artist(s): Jason Copland
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

WHY WE LOVE IT: With the release of RoboCop, a re-imagining of the all-time classic, fans of the new and old will be immersed in the action, oppression and humanity that is RoboCop. We cannot wait to be first in line for this new motion picture event!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Four anthology-style one-shots exploring the world of the new film, brought to you by some of the freshest voices in the industry -- Joe Harris (GREAT PACIFIC), Frank Barbiere (FIVE GHOSTS), Ed Brisson (SHELTERED), and Michael Moreci (HOAX HUNTERS).

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: After a series of successful campaigns that cripple a portion of Detroit’s criminal activities, RoboCop’s system inexplicably goes down. While RoboCop’s consciousness remains, his control is gone.

As crime rises in his absence, a paralyzed RoboCop must watch his city burn. For the first time, OCP will learn that control is in the hands of the man, not the machine.

REVELATIONS #2
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 6
Retail Price: $3.99
Author(s): Paul Jenkins
Artist(s): Humberto Ramos
Cover Artist(s): Humberto Ramos

News has broken to the press! Mysterious death at the Vatican! Detective Charlie Northern has always been a fan of conspiracy theories,but  he believes the confusing twists and turns of his investigation can be pin-pointed to one person: Cardinal Gianfranco Tsocianni.

The closer Northern gets to uncovering the secrets of the Catholic Church, the more doors Tsocianni closes.While Tsocianni claims Northern’s lack of faith makes him a bad detective, Northern knows that it may be the one reason he will crack this case wide open.

CURSE #2
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 4
Author(s): Michael Moreci & Tim Daniel
Artist(s): Riley Rossmo & Colin Lorimer
Cover Artist(s): A. Colin Lorimer B. Riley Rossmo

Laney Griffin has captured the murderer that has been terrorizing his small town, but Anton Chavoy is no ordinary psychopath -- he’s a werewolf. As Laney scratches dates off the calendar until the wolf’s return, hoping Anton’s transformation will be the proof that wins him the bounty to finance his son’s leukemia treatment, Laney’s problems continue to mount – he’s the chief suspect in Sheriff Nora Hughes' pursuit of the town's murderer. Laney is going to learn the hard way that the CURSE comes at the greatest cost.

DECEIVERS #3
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 6
Author(s): Steven Grant
Artist(s): Jose Holder
Cover Artist(s): Lorena Carvalho

All across Europe, Lincoln and Nicky are chased by various intelligence agencies fooled into thinking one of them is the notorious thief Ulysses. Meanwhile, the true mastermind Patrice continues to play all sides against each other...but will she slip up?

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PROTOCOL: ORPHANS #4
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 4
Retail Price: $3.99
Author(s): Michael Alan Nelson
Artist(s): Mariano Navarro
Cover Artist(s): Stephane Roux

Black Friday has been set in motion, and our Orphans have been given their burn notices. Now, as rogue fugitives of their own clandestine black ops organization, the team must take the fight back to the place that started it all...the Playground.

SONS OF ANARCHY #6
Author(s): Christopher Golden
Artist(s): Damian Couceiro
Cover Artist(s): A: Garry Brown  B: “Chase” Photo Variant

Now an ongoing series! This is it the thrilling conclusion to the first arc! The Sons of Anarchy have no where to run, and the Ghost Brothers have every upper hand. With the very status of the club at stake, and the memory of his dead daughter still achingly fresh, Tig must find a way to protect Kendra and protect the club...but for once, those aims may be at odds.

ROBOCOP: LAST STAND #7
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 8
Story: Frank Miller
Sequential Adaptation: Steven Grant
Artist(s): Korkut Öztekin
Cover Artist(s): Declan Shalvey

The RoboCop of old Detroit is gone. In his place stands the last hope for this dying city. With an army of Otomo unleashed, he may not survive the night. While the battle of Detroit rages, Faxx must come face to face with Marie’s legacy.

SUICIDE RISK #10
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: Ongoing
Author(s): Mike Carey
Artist(s): Jorge Coehlo
Cover Artist(s): Stephanie Hans

Leo Winters was not the first hero that power-dealers Jed and Hailey turned, but he soon maybe their lost after a mysterious organization targets the pair for destruction. In this one-shot, Mike Carey reveals the origins of the hapless, larceny-inclined couple, with art by guest artist Jorge Coehlo (POLARITY.)

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CLIVE BARKER’S NEXT TESTAMENT #10
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 12
Author(s): Clive Barker & Mark Miller
Artist(s): Haemi Jang
Cover Artist(s): Goni Montes

Tristan and Elspeth believe they’ve figured out how to finally end Wick’s reign, but the disciples of the Lord Of Colors have reached Providence, determined to stop that from happening...

ADVENTURE TIME: THE FLIP SIDE #2
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 6
Author(s): Paul Tobin & Colleen Coover
Artist(s): Wook Jin Clark
Cover Artist(s): A: Colleen Coover   B: Hamish Steele C: Carey Pietsch  D: Nick Iluzada

All Finn and Jake need to do is convince the Monkey Wizard to kidnap Painting Princess, shouldn’t be too hard...right? With insight from the master of princess-napping it’s up to the duo to get help from an unlikely source...the Ice King! This might end up being one of the hardest and craziest adventures these two friends have ever been on!

REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS #4
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 6
Author(s): Mad Rupert
Artist(s): Mad Rupert
Cover Artist(s): A: Mad Rupert  B: Tom Hunter C: Katie Shanahan  D: Nicole Millo

Skips and time-agent Ted are doing everything in their power to keep Mordecai and Rigby from destroying the world, but even with Ted’s cool time-equipment...will it ever be enough? It’s a matter of counting down in this latest issue...will Skips finally get some time to enjoy nature? Will Mordecai ever learn how to catch a football? Things might finally be going to plan but all it takes is one wrong step for the day to start over AGAIN.

REGULAR SHOW #11
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: Ongoing
Author(s): Nick Sumida
Artist(s): Alison Strejlau
Cover Artist(s): A: Andy Hirsch B: Jon Morris C: Andrew Greenstone D: Laura Mueller

It’s a fun time for our unlikely heroes as they prepare their next day off...only this time they might find themselves doing more work than they ever planned! Join Mordecai and Rigby as they try to figure out what to do so that they can finally get a day of peace and end up somewhere totally rad!

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GARFIELD #22
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: Ongoing
Author(s): Mark Evanier
Artist(s): Andy Hirsch & Sibylline Meynet
Cover Artist(s): Gary Barker

Ever wonder what happens when Nermal gets shipped around the world by Garfield? This month, we’ll find out, thanks to guest artist Sibylline Meynet!

BRAVEST WARRIORS #17
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: Ongoing
Cover Artist(s):  A:Tyson Hesse  B: Michael Dialynas  C: Jason Adams  D: Eva Cabrera

The Bravest Warriors must once again save the galaxy! Join Chris, Beth, Danny, and Wallow as they--well...save space! It seems there is a pattern developing in the life of a warrior, surely nothing can surprise our heroes now...or is there something out there? Something hidden in the shadows...something so big that not even the bravest of warriors will ever be ready?

ADVENTURE TIME #25
Author(s): Ryan North
Artist(s): Shelli Paroline & Braden Lamb
Cover Artist(s): A: Mike Holmes B: Luke Pearson C: Vicky Barker D: Jeffery Brown E:
Synopsis

Ever have a favorite item? Something that you plan to keep with you always? Something that has a history back further than you can remember? Something precious...cherished...that will continue on after you’ve left on your final adventure and keep continuing. This is the story of that gem, and how truly loved it was. Join an ensemble of fan-favorite creators as we celebrate the 25th issue of ADVENTURE TIME with this very special issue!

PEANUTS #16
Author(s): Charles M. Schulz & Various
Artist(s): Charles M. Schulz & Various
Cover Artist(s): Charles M. Schulz

Every Valentine’s Day, Charlie Brown waits by his mailbox, hoping against all odds, he will receive his first ever Valentine.  This will be the year everything will change! Or so he thinks…
Lucy has a different opinion on the matter. Taking him through his prospective sweethearts, Lucy decides that this Valentine’s Day, she will teach Charlie Brown to reign in his expectations.

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THE MIDAS FLESH #3
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 8
Author(s): Ryan North
Artist(s): Shelli Paroline & Braden Lamb
Cover Artist(s): A. John Keogh B. Emily Carroll

Dinosaurs, spaceships, and adventure--OH MY! With The Federation hot on their tails, how long can our favorite crew hold onto the source of the greatest power of all time: THE MIDAS TOUCH?

HACKTIVIST #2
Number of Issues/Volumes in Series: 4
Frequency of Publication (Monthly, Bimonthly, Quarterly, etc.): Monthly
Author(s): Alyssa Milano, Jackson Lanzing, and Collin Kelly
Artist(s): Marcus To and Ian Herring
Cover Artist(s): Marcus To

With a government contract on the table in exchange for their pardons, Nate and Ed open the doors of their social networking company YourLife to the CIA to continue their operations in Tunisia. However, Ed may already be thinking a few moves ahead of them all, with bigger, more dangerous plans for sve_Urs3lf.

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