Red Skull

New Captain America Is Seeing Red (Skull, That Is)

Filed under: Captain America, Ed Brubaker, Red Skull

Man how I enjoy this comic.  I have always enjoyed Captain America.  He's been one of my favorites for some time.  As much as I don't like having Steve around, I don't hold it against Ed Brubaker. His writing is absolutely brilliant.  The fact that this comic has been going strong almost a year since he's been killed is amazing.  I haven't lost interest one bit.  It's like riding Disney's Space Mountain.  You can't see what's coming but it's fun as heck. 

Act Three of the epic “Death Of Captain America” storyline begins right here, as Eisner-winning writer Ed Brubaker takes things from bad to worse for the new Captain America! Acclaimed artists Steve Epting and Jackson Guice join Brubaker for Captain America #37, as the Red Skull targets the very soul of America with his latest gambit! As James “Bucky” Barnes must adjust to the new mantle once worn by his mentor, he must also search for the kidnapped Sharon Carter—whose jaw dropping discovery last issue may change the entire direction of Captain America!

Named Marvel’s top series by IGN.Com, who gushed “Captain America has consistently defied modern superhero series conventions… We honestly feel sorry for you if you're missing out on this series,” this series continues to draw more acclaim with each issue.

Troy Brownfield of Newsarama.com said, “I’d like to see Brubaker complete his vision. And from where I sit, that vision continues to be smart, action-packed, well-considered, well-drawn, and just plain good comics.”

With the last three issues selling out quickly at Diamond (though copies may be available at the retail level), Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on all issues of Captain America. What does Red Skull have planned? Did Sharon Carter really see what she thought she saw? And can Bucky last as the new Captain America? Find out in Captain America #37!

CAPTAIN AMERICA #37 (FEB082219)
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Pencils by STEVE EPTING & JACKSON GUICE
Cover by JACKSON GUICE
FOC—3/27/08, On-Sale—4/16/08

New Captain America Revealed???

Filed under: Iron Man, Captain America, 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

The Red Skull's Revenge On The Winter Soldier

Filed under: Captain America, Ed Brubaker, Steve Epting, Bucky Barnes, Red Skull

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

Winter Soldier Takes On The Marvel Universe

Filed under: Captain America, Ed Brubaker, Bucky Barnes, Steve Epting, 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