By Staff Reports Tyler Kirkham’s Final Boss didn’t just hit the shelves, it landed a clean shot to the jaw and knocked out the last of the inventory at the distributor level. Reorders are hammering like body shots, prompting Image to rush the debut back to print this week to keep the series in the ring. The second printing will feature […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation Celebrating anime since 2003, Kumoricon in Portland Oregon is an annual tradition for many in the Pacific Northwest. There is no shortage of nerdy events taking place year round in Oregon, but this is a special one. Its emphasis on anime and Japanese culture sets it apart from the rest and gives […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation DesignerCon kicks off this Friday, and Mondo is bringing the kaiju heat! The king of all monsters is roaring into Las Vegas with figures, posters and other amazing collectibles! Check them out below, and head to DesignerCon this weekend to pick them up (or visit mondoshop.com this Friday!) Visit www.designercon.com to get […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation Join Pastrami Nation Editor Nolan P. Smith as he sits down with Ben Goretsky, CEO and Founder of DesignerCon, to talk about the art and toy world’s biggest celebration — now entering its 20th anniversary and first year in Las Vegas! In this exclusive interview, Ben dives into: ✨ The evolution of […]
By Daniel SchwartzReviewer Publisher: Image ComicsWriter: Robert KirkmanArtists: Dan Mora and Jorge Corona I have been a Transformers fan since watching the animated series in the 80s. I believe that the 1986 Transformers movie is a cinematic masterpiece on par with Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan (which is high praise, as I consider ST2 to be the gold […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Check out Kumoricon, taking place in Portland, OR- celebrating anime and Japanese culture since 2003! So many amazing cosplayers and vendors! Learn more at https://www.kumoricon.org/.
Born from a stone and destined to be a hero. Magnetic Press is proud to announce the return of one of its most celebrated and two-time Eisner Award-nominated graphic novels (Best Adaptation from Another Medium, Best Painter/Multimedia Artist) with THE MONKEY KING: THE COMPLETE HARDCOVER OMNIBUS EDITION, written and illustrated by acclaimed artist Chaiko, live now on BackerKit! Out of […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation When it comes to creativity, few artists bring comic book inspiration to life quite like Drew Guess. Known for his incredible custom action figures, Drew has once again raised the bar—sharing his footwear skills with his Custom Spawn Shoes. Built from a pair of Puma high-top layups, these one-of-a-kind kicks are a […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation Every once in a while, a story comes along that hits all the right emotional notes — heart, humor, and heroism — all wrapped in a package that feels straight out of a Saturday morning cartoon. Ten-Ton Titan Terrier from Papercutz/Mad Cave Studios is one of those special stories. Written by David […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor | Pastrami Nation Crank up your amps and prepare to melt some faces—Isekai Metaller Vol. 1 is pure, unfiltered heavy metal energy wrapped in a fantasy manga shell. Kasuga Ryo delivers a high-voltage debut that’s as loud in spirit as it is rich in mystery, blending the world of metal and magic into something wholly unique […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation I love when you find an amazing creator that delivers on projects here on Kickstarter time and time again. I learned of Matt Emmons with one his past projects, The Winter King, which was amazing. Emmons is back with Those That Inherit the Earth, and it ends this week! Here is directly […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation A girl with a guitar never has to apologize for anything. Grady Hendrix’s We Sold Our Souls is a rollicking love letter to heavy metal and the mythos created by it. Inherently “evil” and “the devil’s music”, he plays on the very ideas that made the genre so appealing to so many, […]
By Daniel SchwartzReviewer | Pastrami Nation Publisher: Mad CaveWriter: Mark SableArtist: Giorgio Pontrelli When selecting comics to review, I look for titles and synopses that capture my interest. Let me tell you, a revenge and heist story set in Ancient Rome definitely piqued my interest. Issue 1 begins with our primary antagonist, a slave named Sergius, being maimed by the […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor | Pastrami Nation I’ve always had a deep love for comic books and graphic novels. Sequential art has been my favorite storytelling medium since childhood—back when I’d lose myself in the pages of G.I. Joe Special Missions or the latest issue of The Amazing Spider-Man. So, when I heard about a new anthology-style comic that embraces […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation Good Boy is a haunted house movie like no other. It has all the elements you expect but tells its story in a genuinely unique way. What could have easily been a gimmick turns into a highly relatable and compelling way to see the world. As any animal lover can attest, our pets […]
By Rebecca Smith The Pastrami Insider | Pastrami Nation School has started, the air is growing cooler, and pumpkin-spice everything fills the shelves of grocery stores. But what truly gets you in the Halloween spirit? For my husband and me, it was selecting an audiobook for our family road trip. Over 6 hours of driving each way. Yes, an audiobook […]
By Daniel Schwartz Reviewer | Pastrami Nation Publisher: Image ComicsWriter: Benito CerenoArtist: Derek Hunter When I first saw this comic available for review, I jumped at it. The title alone had me anticipating a fun and sarcastic supernatural adventure, and it did not disappoint! After doing a little research, I found that Hector Plasm has been around for over 20 […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation Aric of Dacia is back—and this relaunch hits with the force you want from an X-O Manowar #1. Steve Orlando wastes no time putting Aric and Shanhara into a harsh, post-apocalyptic stretch of terrain where survival and honor collide. The setup is lean and welcoming for new readers, but seasoned fans will […]
By Staff Reports Dare to explore the strange, the bold, and the unknown. Chronicles of the Unknown is Dark Myth Comics’ first full-length graphic novel anthology, featuring eight creator-driven stories that span horror, sci-fi, fantasy, mythology, and dark comedy. From kaiju meat and cosmic curses to demon wrestlers and ancient prophecy, each tale offers a wildly original spin on what […]
By Staff Reports Harbor City’s favorite immortal mummy detective is back, and this time, he’s in over his bandaged head. Now live on Kickstarter, RNM Press unleashes BIXBY GRANT, PRIVATE EYE: FANGS & BRIMSTONE #3, a pulpy plunge into danger, deceit, and the city’s supernatural underbelly! This latest chapter by series creator and writer Patrick Coyle (Bixby Grant, Private Eye […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation The LEGO Group has done it again, taking a nostalgic leap straight into our childhoods with their latest creation: the LEGO Nintendo Game Boy. It’s a blast from the past that feels so authentic, you will expect to hear the classic startup chime. Whether you are a longtime Nintendo fan or just love […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor | Pastrami Nation When I reviewed Yan Volume 1, I said it was a refreshing and beautifully crafted story that balanced a sense of wonder with the weight of reality. Titan Manga brought us something truly special with the first installment. Now, with Yan Volume 2, the journey continues—and it doesn’t disappoint. Picking up right where […]
By Staff Reports Icon Heroes is excited to announce our exclusive releases for LA Comic Con 2025, available only at Booth #1761. Featured Exclusives: Pounce the Puma Action Figure (White Gi)Sculpted by the legendary Four Horsemen Studios, this 6” figure includes 30 points of articulation, 2 interchangeable heads, and 8 interchangeable paws. Packaged in a premium black matte window flap […]
By Staff Reports Magnetic Press is thrilled to announce the upcoming Kickstarter campaign for SPACE RELIC HUNTERS: SMUGGLERS, REBELS, AND SACRED RUINS, a genre-bending, 120-page graphic novel that fuses high-octane sci-fi action with sharp, satirical worldbuilding and a streak of razor-edged wit. From the celebrated team behind the international sci-fi hit On Mars, prolific Belgian-born writer Sylvain Runberg (Orbital, Warship […]
By Daniel Schwartz Reviewer | Pastrami Nation Publisher: Mad CaveWriter: Ray FawkesArtist: Russell Olson The Phantom first swung into action 89 years ago in the pages of newspaper comic strips. Since then, The Ghost Who Walks has been in all kinds of media, from comic books to movies. Thanks to Mad Cave, The Phantom and his signature purple costume return […]
Welcome back to Pastrami Nation Customs, where we shine the spotlight on incredible custom creations from the world of pop culture. Today, we’re proud to showcase a stunning piece from a longtime friend of Pastrami Nation—Drew Guess! If you were reading Image Comics back in the day, then you know the name Michael Cray, better known as Deathblow. Drew took […]
By Staff Reports Literally Media, an independent media company that bolsters the largest portfolio of digital comedy and culture brands, announced its acquisition of Den of Geek, the U.S. and UK based entertainment and pop culture outlet beloved by fans of movies, TV, gaming, and comics. Den of Geek now joins Literally Media’s existing portfolio of iconic legacy brands, including Know […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation On July 17, 1989, Splash Mountain opened at Disneyland and became an instant classic. Based on the 1946 animated film Song of the South, it reintroduced generations to Br’er Rabbit and the iconic song “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah.” I was just nine years old at the time, and I vividly remember visiting the park shortly […]
By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios is proud to announce VAN GOGH, a Comixology Original by acclaimed Italian journalist, essayist, and comics writer Francesco Barilli (Goodbye Marilyn) and artist Sakka (Il Sogno del Minotauro, Elain), with letters by Lucy Lenzi. This stunning 128-page graphic biography is now coming to print in English for the very first time. A gorgeously rendered, […]
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime, and pop culture, is thrilled to unveil its full lineup of celebrity talent, panels, and activations ahead of its highly anticipated September 26-28 show. After delivering a star-studded and unforgettable show in 2024, L.A. Comic Con has raised the bar once again, bringing in some […]
