Brisson and Couceiro's 'Cluster' #1 Sells Out, Is Sentenced to a Second Printing
By Staff Reports
Award-winning publisher BOOM! Studios is pleased to announce that the first issue of its new series about prisoners-turned-soldiers, Cluster, has sold out at the distributor level. The publisher has rushed to a second printing to fill demand.
Comic book fans should bear in mind that first printings of Cluster #1 may still be found at the local comic shop nearest you. Not sure where to find your nearest comic retailer? Use comicshoplocator.com or findacomicshop.com to find one!
Created by the team behind the latest run on BOOM!’s Sons of Anarchy comic series, writer Ed Brisson (The Field, Sheltered) and artist Damian Couceiro (Planet of the Apes) tell a story set in a distant future where humans have discovered life on other planets. Faced with a shortage of manpower, and in order to protect their colonies across the galaxy from other species, Earth’s government has resorted to offering prisoners a chance to shorten their long sentences in exchange for serving as an interstellar soldier. More and more soldiers are needed as wars continue, so small crimes are met with long-term punishments. But when a group of prisoners-turned-soldiers are marooned on enemy soil, they’ll need to work together to survive and uncover the truth behind Earth’s role in deep space.
Praise for Cluster #1:
“Brisson adds another successful launch to his diverse resume with Cluster #1…a character-driven science fiction story that makes for an entertaining and engaging beginning.” – Comic Book Resources
“Cluster is a strong debut that looks to get even stronger.” – Newsarama
“Creators Ed Brisson and Damian Couceiro have crafted a sci-fi action romp with a fresh look and a fresh approach.” – IGN
“Cluster #1 is the kind of classic sci-fi that gives you those nostalgic fuzzies from growing up watching Starship Troopers and Pitch Black.” – Bloody Disgusting
“Cluster is a series that sci-fi fans need to be following.” – All-Comic
“Cluster #1 is awesome, simply awesome with great characters and rocking action. You would be making a mistake missing this one.” – Rhymes With Geek
“Cluster #1 delivered in a huge way this week and will not leave readers disappointed.” – Geek Sushi
“Fans of old-school, hard-boiled action are in for a treat…” – Adventures in Poor Taste
“From prison brawls to battlefield brawls, this is one hell of a visual treat. Put aside one of your Big Two books this week in favor of Cluster #1, you’ll be pleasantly satisfied.” – Geeks Unleashed
Cluster #1 second print ships with a new cover by series artist Damian Couceiro and carries a retail price of $3.99 with a Diamond Code of DEC148594. Orders close on February 23rd, and it is anticipated to be in stores on March 11th.
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