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Yes
No, I'm dropping it after Jericho Hill
No, I already dropped it
I don't know/Other
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“There are no men like me. There's only me”- The Kingslayer
The castle of Eld has soundproof walls.
Not really. Good point actually. I wondered why nobody heard the gunshots too, but then I figured with the gunslinger training ground and shooting range being nearby, they're probably used to hearing gunshots. Yeah, I don't entirely buy that either... especially as I think at least one of those people was shot at night.
Please, does anyone have this part. If so, you can write if there is Farson more than once. We have fork and immediately preview the first page holds his head as always:-D is there to display it again?
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I am not sure what you are asking but if it is whether Farson is in this issue the answer is no. There is another big time baddie in the issue though.
I thought it was cool that Furth added the bit from the Gunslinger about Roland coming across a cult that worshipped a gas pump. However, it seems like there is a lot of ground to cover in the last two issues.
Strange that Farson is right on the first page ....
Am I the only one or is everyone else having problems locating the sketch variants for Soul Survivors and Battle of Jericho Hill? I search eBay systematically and have yet to see any offered.
John
John-
I can only speak to Jericho Hill, but I got the first two variants on eBay fairly easily. For Jericho Hill, there is a departure in variants with only 1 color variant per issue instead of two for the previous arcs (1 color and 1 black/white). No Jae Lee/Isanove variants for this arc.
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John - I only get the variants in CGC Graded for the most part, so I have a service for that purpose. My CGC guy hasn't had a problem as of yet.
You can check www.mycomicshop.com for variants, they usually have them - though they can be a little pricey sometimes.
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Pam, do you mean there are no sketch variants (1:75) issued for these?
I have the color variants (1:25) for them, but not the sketch.
John
You got it right, John.
Both Soul Survivors and Jericho Hill show only color cover variants. No sketch variants for either.
So for these two, they ( Marvel ) have dropped the 1:75 sketch variants, and are only issuing the 1:25 cover variants.
At least, that's what I'm finding when I search Marvel and my comic sites.
The Man In Black Fled Across The Desert...
...And The Gunslinger Followed.
“I’m always on the Batman rule, sir.” - Kate Kane / Detective Comics 857
"It is the story, not he who tells it." Except to us collectors who have to put limits somewhere. - jhanic
Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November, The Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot.
Thanks, Pam. I kind of thought that was the situation, but I just wasn't sure. I'll cross them off my "looking for" list!
John
Amazon just announced pre-orders for The Gunslinger Born Trade PaperBack.
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Language: English
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Due, December 15th, 2010... order early and avoid the Christmas / Hanukkah rush.
The Man In Black Fled Across The Desert...
...And The Gunslinger Followed.
“I’m always on the Batman rule, sir.” - Kate Kane / Detective Comics 857
"It is the story, not he who tells it." Except to us collectors who have to put limits somewhere. - jhanic
Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November, The Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot.
Okay, so I'm gonna be honest here and admit that I've already pre-ordered 3.
<-- real sucker for DT comic stuff.
The Man In Black Fled Across The Desert...
...And The Gunslinger Followed.
“I’m always on the Batman rule, sir.” - Kate Kane / Detective Comics 857
"It is the story, not he who tells it." Except to us collectors who have to put limits somewhere. - jhanic
Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November, The Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot.
Sure. One to read, two to put up and save.
Dammit. You don't think I need more than three?
Also... who knows if there's going to be any of the dreaded "variant" covers eventually.
The Man In Black Fled Across The Desert...
...And The Gunslinger Followed.
“I’m always on the Batman rule, sir.” - Kate Kane / Detective Comics 857
"It is the story, not he who tells it." Except to us collectors who have to put limits somewhere. - jhanic
Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November, The Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot.
None of us know, but all of us know who'll buy three of each (at least) if they do.
DARK TOWER: THE GUNSLINGER #1 (of 5)
Written by ROBIN FURTH & PETER DAVID
Art & Cover by SEAN PHILLIPS & RICHARD ISANOVE
Variant Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
A BOLD NEW CHAPTER IN STEPHEN KING’S THE DARK TOWER SAGA BEGINS HERE! Twelve years have passed since the fateful Battle of Jericho Hill and the fall of the gunslingers. Since the Affiliation’s resistance against John Farson became little more than a faint memory. Since the friends that stood by young Roland Deschain burned to ash in the Good Man’s razing of Gilead. But Roland survived...and now he stalks the desert, hunting the spectral Man in Black in his quest for the Dark Tower. Join Robin Furth, Peter David and Richard Isanove as they welcome superstar artist Sean Phillips (INCOGNITO) into the ka-tet of creators entrusted by Stephen King himself to bring the adult adventures of his most personal creation to life!
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The Man In Black Fled Across The Desert...
...And The Gunslinger Followed.
“I’m always on the Batman rule, sir.” - Kate Kane / Detective Comics 857
"It is the story, not he who tells it." Except to us collectors who have to put limits somewhere. - jhanic
Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November, The Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot.
'Twelve years on' and 'a bold new chapter'. That suggests it's actually set between the series and books, eh? Twelve years alone could just put it within The Gunslinger's time-line though as I think Roland was estimated as being in his thirties there. It was stated that thousands of years had slipped past on his journey, but this could be a reference of his personal experience of time.
I'm curious anyway. If it is something new, it's somewhat surprising they're continuing due to their low sales, but maybe they're expecting the name 'The Gunslinger' to pull people in.
The drawing of Farson on the first page is just to acompany a character talking about Farson's armies. Farson himself does not appear in this issue. Martin does make an appearance however.
I recently read the last two episodes. I'm not sure howSpoiler:. I tend to take that speech he made as a bit of filler for the benefits of those not conversant with the books though.
Also, the business with the BeamSpoiler:
I'm was a bit uncertain of the passage of time within the comics too. I thought much of episode one was told in backflash. This makes sense as they're off to search for the Tower at the end, then in episode 2, they're now at war. I hope I got that right.Spoiler:
The sub plot in episode 3 surroundingSpoiler:
I'm curious about the utilisation of Slow Mutants in Farson's army. I tend to see them more as a law to themselves, but that's just my impression. It certainly doesn't contradict any of the books we've read. The Little Sisters of EluriaSpoiler:
I also wonder how they're going to cram the rest of Jericho Hill in just two more episodes! Mind you, there's only so much narrative that can deal with an actual battle. Most of the really interesting stuff are the bits in between.
By the way, Rhea! I wonder if she will ever reappear?Spoiler:
02-24-2010 01:17 PM #1023
Jae Lee steps aside for a new artist on the upcoming Gunslinger series
February 24, 2010 - Marvel is proud to announce that Eisner Award-winning Sean Phillips (Incognito, Criminal, Marvel Zombies) has joined the New York Times best-selling Dark Tower creative team! Philips joins the acclaimed team of Peter David, Robin Furth and Richard Isanove in the select group of creators entrusted by Stephen King himself to bring the adult adventures of his most personal creation to life in Dark Tower: The Gunslinger! Philips exclaims, "Well, I've bought the hat and the gun and holster. And I've got the lead pencil right here that'll do the job!"
Phillips' fellow Dark Tower collaborators couldn't be more pleased with their new teammate. "Here's to the beginning of our new Dark Tower adventure! Sean is a wonderful artist, so I can't wait to see his depictions of Mid-World. We will all miss Jae [Lee], but we're really lucky to have Sean. Peter and Richard will continue their amazing work, so I think Roland is ready to saddle up and move forward to the Mohaine Desert. Readers, bring plenty of sunscreen. You're going to need it" said Robin Furth.
Peter David added, "I'm very much looking forward to seeing Sean's depiction of Mid-World and the superb manner in which he'll be telling Robin's stories. Jae left him sizable boots to fill, but I have every confidence that Sean is more than up to the challenge, and I'm looking forward to dialoguing his peerless pencils."
"The past four years spent in Midworld have been the most enjoyable and creatively fullfiling of my professional life. Jae has taken me further than I thought possible in the artistic field and I am ecstatic to now have Sean along for the ride. I'm sure he'll quickly feel at home within our little functional family, with the wise guidance of Robin, Peter's perfect prose and under Ralph's despotic thumb" explained Richard Isanove.
Ruwan Jayatilleke, Marvel's Senior Vice President, Development & Planning, Print, Animation and Digital Media, said, "Marvel is absolutely psyched to have Sean Phillips join the Dark Tower creative team. Though Jae's artistry will be missed, Sean's gift of phenomenal storytelling and visual fireworks will keep the Dark Tower: The Gunslinger compelling, stunning, and true to its canon. Fans will have much to rave about in the coming months."
A bold new chapter in Stephen King's Dark Tower saga begins in Dark Tower: The Gunslinger #1, as Sean Phillips brings you a vision of Gilead like you've never seen before!
DARK TOWER: THE GUNSLINGER #1 (of 5)
Written by ROBIN FURTH & PETER DAVID
Art & Cover by SEAN PHILLIPS & RICHARD ISANOVE
Variant Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
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02-24-2010 01:38 PM #1024
Well, I'll hold my opinion until I actually see the new artwork, but I am majorly bummed Jae is leaving.
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02-24-2010 01:50 PM #1025
That's his cover up above there, Daggers... I am bummed about Jae not being 100% involved, too.The Man In Black Fled Across The Desert...
...And The Gunslinger Followed.
“I’m always on the Batman rule, sir.” - Kate Kane / Detective Comics 857
"It is the story, not he who tells it." Except to us collectors who have to put limits somewhere. - jhanic
Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November, The Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot.