Dynamite Announces New The Shadow Ongoing Series by Garth Ennis

Finally. I have been waiting for more info since the August announcement.

Yup, I'll be buying this.

Ennis? Cool.
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Ah Hell Yea

Good to see that it is set in the proper time period.

That explains why Dynamite is having David Liss write The Spider in modern times. The characters are a little too similar to have both set as period pieces.

Cannot wait to read both comics.

@jsphsmth: They also chose the original time period in Flash Gordon. I think it's great that they retain the original feel rather than try to update it to modern times.

@jsphsmth: They also chose the original time period in Flash Gordon. I think it's great that they retain the original feel rather than try to update it to modern times.

I've been completely unable to read Ennis' stuff since I made the mistake of flipping through the Crossed trade. I just can't do it.

@spiderbat87 said:

@G-Man said:

@jsphsmth: They also chose the original time period in Flash Gordon. I think it's great that they retain the original feel rather than try to update it to modern times.

I agree although The Spider still seams interesting even though it's getting up dated, as long as it still has the same feel.

Judging by Black Panther and Mystery Men, I trust David Liss to write a good pulpy comic.

@spiderbat87 said:

@G-Man said:

@jsphsmth: They also chose the original time period in Flash Gordon. I think it's great that they retain the original feel rather than try to update it to modern times.

I agree although The Spider still seams interesting even though it's getting up dated, as long as it still has the same feel.

Judging by Black Panther and Mystery Men, I trust David Liss to write a good pulpy comic.

@spiderbat87: The last time I read the Green Hornet comics was when Now was publishing them in the late 80s/early 90s. I loved them.

I kind of avoided the current series because I thought the movie would negatively influence them. Should I have picked them up? I had been considering the trades until the DC reboot doubled my monthly pull list.

@spiderbat87: The last time I read the Green Hornet comics was when Now was publishing them in the late 80s/early 90s. I loved them.

I kind of avoided the current series because I thought the movie would negatively influence them. Should I have picked them up? I had been considering the trades until the DC reboot doubled my monthly pull list.

I like Garth Ennis and all but how is this going to be that much different than Preacher or The Boys?

Except the time period this seems like a one man The Boys...

@spiderbat87: Too bad. I think our pull lists are similar. Maybe somebody else will be able to answer the question.

I like Garth Ennis and all but how is this going to be that much different than Preacher or The Boys?

Except the time period this seems like a one man The Boys...

I would get this, but its by dyanamite....

I have nothing agianst Dynamite, but I can't wait two months for the next issue!

The Shadow Returns!!

Looks interesting. I just might have to pick this issue up.

@jsphsmth: I preferred Green Hornet: Year One over the modern day Green Hornet but both were pretty good reads. I could not tell that the movie had any influence on the comics, other than re-introducing the character. Then again I did not read Green Hornet back in the day so I have nothing to compare it to.

I will definitely have to check this out.

All those covers are awesome...except for howard chaykin's of course

It's good to see the Shadow making a come back, but what ever happened to that new alive-action move?

@shawn87 said:

All those covers are awesome...except for howard chaykin's of course

His art is an acquired taste.

I love Ennis but he wouldn't have been my first pick, hopefully it is better then Zorro.

Love that Jae Lee cover! Aaron Campbell's work on Green Hornet: Year One was amazing. This guy knows how to draw a period piece.

The Shadow is one of my favorite characters. Can't wait for this!

@Billy Batson said:

Ennis? Cool.
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Indeed, and I've always dug The Shadow, except for the Alec Baldwin version...

That Jae lee cover really makes me wish he did more interiors.

I'm on it.

@spiderbat87 said:

@jsphsmth said:

@spiderbat87: The last time I read the Green Hornet comics was when Now was publishing them in the late 80s/early 90s. I loved them.

I kind of avoided the current series because I thought the movie would negatively influence them. Should I have picked them up? I had been considering the trades until the DC reboot doubled my monthly pull list.

Well that's the thing, I was going to ask you for advice. I want to get in Green Hornet but I don't want any of the movie related stuff so I don't know what to get.

As a reader of both the classic Now Comics Line and the New Dynamite GH, I can say that the modern day Green Hornet comic is a great read, but if you're expecting it to be anything like the old comics, or the TV series for that matter, it isn't. It took some getting used to since I really loved what Now did with Paul and Mishi and the whole legacy idea, but it's a fun ride.

Now, as for the news of Ennis on The Shadow. This actually worries me. I'm not sure if his penchant for over-the-top violence is going to fit well with The Shadow, and if he forces it, it might end up hurting the series.

@RoninLoganX said:

Now, as for the news of Ennis on The Shadow. This actually worries me. I'm not sure if his penchant for over-the-top violence is going to fit well with The Shadow, and if he forces it, it might end up hurting the series.

I had the same concerns after I had a few hours to reflect on the announcement.

Wow. I'm definitely looking forward to this. I still reread Chaykins version from time to time. Ennis is one of my favorites.

@Billy Batson said:

Ennis? Cool.
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@jsphsmth said:

@shawn87 said:

All those covers are awesome...except for howard chaykin's of course

His art is an acquired taste.

Nothing will beat the Alec Baldwin movie. NOTHING!

Man. I kinda hate Jae Lee's work.

@pspin said:

I like Garth Ennis and all but how is this going to be that much different than Preacher or The Boys?

Except the time period this seems like a one man The Boys...

Do you have ANY clue on who the Shadow is? Have you ever read any of the stories? How can looking at these covers inspire you to say any of those insipid thoughts?

Must have the Alex Ross cover. MUST have it. Its not even a debate. MUST have it...

Cool shadow.

WOO!

The Jae Lee one reminds me of the Dark tower stuff...

Garth Ennis huh...so how much anal rape is going to be in this series on a scale of one to ten?

AWESOME!! I'm all about The Shadow!!

I wouldn't mine another Movie too. But I'll run with the new series.

Sounds interesting, one of the greatest comic/pulp characters still "kicking", glad to see him getting a new shot. Just hesitant regarding what the comic will cost. Dynamite has been handling some classic characters but not being classy about the prices.

@RoninLoganX said:

Now, as for the news of Ennis on The Shadow. This actually worries me. I'm not sure if his penchant for over-the-top violence is going to fit well with The Shadow, and if he forces it, it might end up hurting the series.

I have the same worries. While I'm a fan of The Shadow in all his forms (both as Lamont Cranston, Wealthy Man-About-Town of the radio plays; Kent Allard, Two-Fisted Crusader Of Justice in the pulps; and Lamont Cranston, hybrid of the two in the film), Ennis track record with superheroes worries me. While his Welcome Back Frank storyline and his run on Punisher MAX are well remembered, there's a very good reason nobody talks about the rest of his run on Marvel Knights Punisher.

Oh yes!

@Decept-O said:

Sounds interesting, one of the greatest comic/pulp characters still "kicking", glad to see him getting a new shot. Just hesitant regarding what the comic will cost. Dynamite has been handling some classic characters but not being classy about the prices.

I feel ya'. I'd read alot more of Dynamite's books if they werent all $3.99.

Ennis? Cool.
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sounds awesome.

This is the best news EVER!!