Bucky Barnes News

This post relates to: Jeph Loeb, Tim Sale, Captain America, Bucky Barnes

Jeph Loeb has announced  at Wizard World LA that he and Tim Sale are teaming up again to do Captain America: White.  How great is that.  It's good that they haven't run out of colors yet.  I can't wait to see how this will turn out.

It's set to be six issues and will deal with what Bucky meant to Captain America.  How their relationship came about and grew during WWII.

Hot damn!

This post relates to: Captain America, Iron Man, Bucky Barnes, Red Skull, Hawkeye, Union Jack

Smart money says it should be Bucky.  It makes the most sense.  It would be hard to see him working for Tony Stark.  He was just "captured" by Black Widow and Falcon.  Maybe Stark will show him Steve's letter about not letting the Captain America legacy die with him.  It would be his way to honor Steve.  He also wouldn't feel anyone else was worthy to be Captain America.

USAgent?  Been there, done that. 

Tony Stark?  No.

Hawkeye (Ronin/Clint)?  He already turned down Tony Stark's offer.

Union Jack?  Uhm, why?  The name is Captain America.

Red Skull?  That Ed Brubaker can be pretty sneaky.

                                                                    One Of These People Will Be The New Captain America!



CAPTAIN AMERICA #34 (NOV072137)
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Pencils & 50/50 Cover by STEVE EPTING
50/50 Cover by ALEX ROSS
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—1/03/08, On-Sale—1/23/08

This post relates to: Captain America, Bucky Barnes, Red Skull, Ed Brubaker, Steve Epting

I cannot get enough of Brubaker and Epting's Captain America.  As much as I hate not having Cap in the Marvel Universe, this has been, by far, one of my favorite titles.  It's just an amazing piece of work.  I don't think many could pull this off so well.  I think that the Winter Soldier has been a great character too.  Okay, enough gushing.  I could keep going.  Here's a preview for issue #31.

Captain America is dead. The Winter Soldier is Red Skull’s captive. Falcon and Black Widow have been betrayed by someone close to them. And in Captain America #31¸ by the Eisner-winning & Harvey-winning “Best Writer” Ed Brubaker and acclaimed artist Steve Epting, it’s only going to get worse for our heroes! In the first chapter of the brand new “The Burden Of Dreams” arc, Winter Soldier’s held prisoner and tortured by Dr. Faustus, while the Red Skull hopes to use Bucky to his own advantage—but what could those plans be? Meanwhile, still reeling from last issue’s shocking betrayal, Black Widow, Sharon Carter and the Falcon come face to face with the man who might be their last hope—Iron Man! But by the time the truth surfaces and Bucky can be located, will he be friend…or foe?

Critics and fan alike continue to praise Captain America, with IGN.Com’s Jesse Schedeen deeming the latest issue a “Must Read” and saying he’s enjoying, “what is quite possibly the greatest extended run the character has ever seen…The only thing you can expect here is another stellar issue of Captain America by one of Marvel's best writers.”

Kevin Powers of SilverBulletComicBooks.Com described the series as, “easily one of the best runs on a comic book in the modern comic age, and it is easily Marvel’s number one book… compelling and mind-blowing.”

As Ed Brubaker and Steve Epting continue their groundbreaking run on Captain America, all seems lost for those seeking to honor Captain America’s memory. By the time “The Burden Of Dreams” concludes, nothing will ever be the same for Cap’s allies! Find out now why Captain America is one of the consistently most acclaimed books each month in the can’t-miss, action packed thriller called Captain America #31!


CAPTAIN AMERICA #31 (AUG072212)
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Pencils & Cover by STEVE EPTING
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—9/27/07, On-Sale—10/17/07

This post relates to: Wolverine, Captain America, Bucky Barnes, Daniel Way, Steve Dillon

Wow.  Wolverine Origins actually sold out?  I think I've said it before that it's been my least favorite series, yet I kept buying it.  Issue #16 wasn't too bad.  It basically retold the Chris Claremont/Jim Lee story.  Yeah it added some.  It was interesting that Wolverine was possibly going to kill Steve if things didn't go a certain way. 

Marvel is pleased to announce that Wolverine: Origins #16, the first chapter of the brand new “Our War” storyline, has sold out at Diamond (though copies may be available at the retail level). Featuring an untold tale of Captain America and Wolverine’s past, along with a shocking revelation about the true nature of their meeting, this tale by writer Daniel Way and artist Steve Dillon provides readers with a unique glimpse into Wolverine’s psyche!

“It was great fun to read,” exclaimed Mike Malve of Atomic Comics. “[Way] has been doing such a great job with this book.”

Now that Logan can remember all his past, what will he learn about his times with Captain America? What happened between Cap, Bucky and Wolverine that will come back to haunt the Canadian Canucklehead? The answers come in Wolverine: Origins #17 and you won’t want to miss it!

And now you can pick up the Wolverine Origins #16 McGuinness Poster, featuring the fan favorite’s variant cover to the sold out issue!


Please note that there are currently no plans to go back to press on Wolverine: Origins #16.


WOLVERINE: ORIGINS #17 (JUL072205)
Written by DANIEL WAY
Art by STEVE DILLON
Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Parental Advisory …$2.99
FOC—8/30/07, On-Sale—9/19/07

WOLVERINE ORIGINS #16 MCGUINNESS POSTER (JUN072238)
24X36 Color Poster...$6.99
ON-SALE NOW!

This post relates to: Ed Brubaker, Steve Epting, Captain America, Bucky Barnes, Red Skull

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I love this comic.  Who would've thought a Captain America comic could be so good without having Cap in it.  I'll admit I wondered how there were going to pull this off when it was announced that the title would continue after his death.  Ed Brubaker has just been brilliant on this.  And what can I say about Steve Epting's art?  I'm a little bummed that he's not able to actually draw Cap now.  He is such an underrated artist in my opinion.  Captain America is always at the top of my read list when it comes out.  I cannot wait for issue #30 after the way the last ish ended.

Since the death of Captain America, his former sidekick Bucky Barnes (now known as the Winter Soldier) has sought to honor his memory—but first he’s gotta survive! In Captain America #30, the next stunning issue in this Eisner Nominated (for “Best Continuing Series”) and Eisner Winning (“Best Writer”) series pits Winter Soldier against a Mighty Avenger, against the sinister Crossbones and against himself! Writer Ed Brubaker and artists Steve Epting & Mike Perkins conclude the top-selling and critically acclaimed “Death of Captain America” story with a bang that will affect everyone close to Cap…and leave your jaw on the floor!

Critics continue to rave about Captain America, with IGN.Com’s Richard George deeming the series a must-read and exclaiming that the series “continues to be one of the best espionage/action books on the market.”

“This series continues to rock the house,” gushed Kevin Powers of SilverBulletComicBooks.Com. “Mike Perkins and Steve Epting continue to deliver some of the finest artwork around.”

It’s the Winter Soldier’s toughest battle yet and it’s all leading up to the senses-shattering Captain America #33, which will leave the Marvel Universe a much different place! And you can’t miss the confrontation you’ve all demanded: Red Skull versus Winter Soldier!


CAPTAIN AMERICA #30 (JUL072149)
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Penciled by STEVE EPTING & MIKE PERKINS
Cover by STEVE EPTING
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—8/30/07, On-Sale—09/19/07

This post relates to: Punisher, Bucky Barnes, Matt Fraction, Ariel Olivetti, Leandro Fernandez

It seemed we couldn't go a day without news about World War Hulk.  Now it's all about Captain America.  Hmmm...does that mean something is going to happen soon?  Probably not.  They're doing a good job with all these back stories dealing with the aftermath of his death.  I can sit tight until they figure out (if they haven't already) a way to bring him back.  I'm enjoying these stories.  Ed Brubaker's CAP has been great.  I've also been enjoying Matt Fraction's take on the Punisher.  Here's a preview for issue 11.

It’s time for the Punisher to pay the price for wearing the mask of Captain America in Punisher War Journal #11! Red hot scribe Matt Fraction and special guest artist Leandro Fernandez bring you the confrontation you demanded—Winter Soldier (formerly Cap’s sidekick Bucky) versus Frank Castle, whose Cap inspired threads have not gone unnoticed! While these two heroes battle, G.W Bridge’s fate is decided by Iron Man and Ian, Fake Cop Hero of Times Square, makes a fateful decision that will come to haunt the Punisher!

Critics and fans alike continue to praise Punisher War Journal, as the series approaches its one year anniversary! “In the end, this is a great book,” said Steven Saunders of SilverBulletComicBooks.Com of Punisher War Journal. “This is solid Punisher, with Matt Fraction treating the character of Frank Castle with the love and respect he deserves.”

It’s the battle for Captain America and there can only be one to carry on the mantle…but will it be either of these men? And the last page shocker you never saw coming—only in Punisher War Journal #11! And don’t miss Punisher War Journal Vol.1: Civil War TPB, collecting the first four issues of the series, showing just how Frank Castle deals with Civil War!


PUNISHER WAR JOURNAL #11 (JUL072186)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Pencils by LEANDRO FERNANDEZ
Cover by ARIEL OLIVETTI
Parental Advisory …$2.99
FOC—8/23/07, On-Sale—9/12/07


PUNISHER WAR JOURNAL VOL. 1: CIVIL WAR TPB (JUL072232)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Penciled by ARIEL OLIVETTI
Cover by ARIEL OLIVETTI
Rated T+ …$14.99
On-Sale—9/5/07

This post relates to: Captain America, Ed Brubaker, Steve Epting, Bucky Barnes

I was thinking about getting this since it was a great story and would look nice on my shelf.   Then I saw the pricetag.  Seems a little steep, since I've already read all these issues.  Don't get me wrong, it's a great storyline. Brubaker is simply amazing and I couldn't imagine it drawn by anyone other than Epting.  It's too bad.  I think a lot will get turned off by that.  Guess I'll have to wait until they release it in a different format.  I'm not saying I'm a cheap-o.  I did pay a hundred bucks (minus gift cards) for the Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus and the Madman hardcover but those have A LOT more than 27 issues.  Go to someplace online like amazon and you can pick it up for closer to $50.  It's a great read.

Experience The Eisner Winning Life & Death Of Captain America Like Never Before!

Marvelites, you had better face front for this one, because you can’t miss the mind-blowing Captain America by Ed Brubaker Omnibus Hardcover! This jam-packed deluxe oversized edition features the first twenty-five issues of Captain America written by the Eisner Award-winning Ed Brubaker, the Captain America 65th Anniversary Special and Winter Soldier: Winter Kills one-shots, a brand new cover by fan favorite Steve Epting and over 70 pages of extras! These phenomenal stories feature the art of top industry talent including: Steve Epting, Mike Perkins, Michael Lark, Marcos Martin, and Lee Weeks!

This seminal compilation contains one of the most controversial Marvel storylines of all time: “The Death of Captain America,” reprinted here for the first time! If that isn’t enough, then be prepared for the return of Cap’s partner, Bucky Barnes, as the deadly Winter Soldier! No Captain America story would be complete without an appearance of his arch nemesis, the Red Skull… but you won’t believe what happens when a new villain is thrown into the mix!

Critics everywhere absolutely love Brubaker’s run on Captain America; Mike Williams of SilverBulletComicBooks.com raves, “Brubaker’s vision for this book has elevated it to what I believe is the best series Marvel is producing.”

Hilary Goldstein of IGN.com writes, “Brubaker, as always, delivers the right mixture of action and drama.”

No super hero fan can afford to miss the Eisner-winning Captain America by Ed Brubaker Omnibus Hardcover and experience one of the most acclaimed chapters in the history of Captain America!


CAPTAIN AMERICA BY ED BRUBAKER OMNIBUS HC (JUL072222)
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Pencils by STEVE EPTING, MIKE PERKINS, MICHAEL LARK, MARCOS MARTIN, & LEE WEEKS
Cover by STEVE EPTING
Rated T+…$74.99
FOC—8/9/07, On Sale—9/19/07

This post relates to: Captain America, Bucky Barnes, Ed Brubaker, Steve Epting

Oh how I wish this could go the way I wished it would.  I loved the last panel in issue #26.  I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

The soon to be legendary storyline “Death of a Dream” continues in Captain America #27. The Eisner nominated team of Ed Brubaker, artists Steve Epting and Mike Perkins bring readers one step closer to the secrets of Captain America’s death. With Cap’s closest friends already shattered by his sudden death, will they be pushed past the breaking point when this issue ends?

The series continues to earn rave reviews, with Newsarama.Com’s Steve Ekstrom gushing, “I am 100% onboard this monthly gem. Further, I cannot honestly tell you who I like better—Mike Perkins or Steve Epting—both of these guys are amazing and with Frank D’armata coloring them both I may just jump out of my skin with the orgiastic amount of “eye-ball pleasure” I’m getting from this series!”

We’ve seen Captain America’s friends mourning…but now it’s time to for some revenge! The Winter Soldier has Tony Stark (AKA Iron Man) in his sights, the Red Skull is mere moments away from completing his malevolent plan and that’s only the tip of the iceberg! Captain America may be dead, but in Captain America #27, his enemies will soon find out that there are soldiers willing and able to continue the fight…to the death!

CAPTAIN AMERICA #27 (APR072294)
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Penciled by STEVE EPTING & MIKE PERKINS
Cover by STEVE EPTING
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/31/07, On Sale—6/20/07