AFTERSHOCK News: SCOUTS HONOR Debuts Tomorrow, January 06

As one of the most talked about comics publishers in the industry, the editorial team here at AfterShock Comics receives a TON of project pitches on a regular basis. Most require weeks of consideration and reconsideration before a decision to proceed or not can be made. It’s the rare few that take five minutes to greenlight. Such was the case with writer David Pepose’s SCOUT’S HONOR. "After a nuclear war devastates all aspects of society, a powerful survivalist cult rises from the ashes – one whose bible is an old Ranger Scout manual. One tough-as-nails scout, though, makes a startling discovery – one with the potential to upend this already upside-down world for good." Sold. Illustrated by Luca Casalanguida with colors by Matt Milla, letters by Carlos M. Mangual, covers by Andy Clarke with Jose Villarrubia, and a first issue incentive cover by Brent Schoonover, SCOUT’S HONOR is a post-apocalyptic adventure that truly “merits” your engagement! Earn Your Merit Badges! Select comic shops listed here are offering actual Ranger Scout merit badges created especially for SCOUT’S HONOR. Start with Issue #1 and the Wilderness Survival badge, then keep your eyes peeled for additional opportunities to earn new badges with the release of subsequent issues and promotions! HERE’S WHAT’S SHAKING THIS WEEK AT YOUR COMIC SHOP

SCOUT’S HONOR #1 New Series! Writer: David Pepose Artist: Luca Casalanguida Years after a nuclear apocalypse, a new society has risen from the ashes...and their bible is an old Ranger Scout manual. A young Ranger Scout named Kit has endured the harsh survivalist upbringing needed to conquer the irradiated Colorado Badlands. But after discovering a terrible secret once lost to history, Kit must risk everything on a dangerous quest to uncover the truth behind the Ranger Scouts’ doctrine. From multiple Ringo Award-nominated writer David Pepose (Spencer & Locke, Going to the Chapel, The O.Z.) and artist Luca Casalanguida (James Bond, Lost Soldiers) comes a post-apocalyptic coming-of-age tale that proves when all you know is a lie, a Scout’s Honor is the only way to move forward. AT SHOPS: JANUARY 6th CLICK HERE FOR THE MONKEYS FIGHTING ROBOTS PREVIEW

KNOCK ‘EM DEAD #2 Writers: Eliot Rahal Artist: Mattia Monaco Pryor Brice died...but only for a couple of seconds. The thing is, he didn’t come back alone. The spirit of Danny Baron, Pryor’s (more successful) comedian friend, was brought back with him. Trapped inside Pryor’s body, the ghost of Danny offers Pryor a supernatural deal: He’ll write Pryor’s material so Danny can still be successful, even after death. Their bargain comes with supernatural strings attached and, soon, Pryor will discover that comedy is no laughing matter. AT SHOPS: JANUARY 6th CLICK HERE FOR THE PREVIEW AT THE BEAT.COM

JOIN THE FUTURE – THE COMPLETE SERIES Writer: Zack Kaplan Artist: Piotr Kowalski The Future. Ultra-modern megacities reward millions of their citizens with a completely funded life, with every need met, from food to housing and healthcare, in order to compete in an economic power struggle in which population is key. But a few rural residents still cling to their independence in what last American small towns are left. When a nearby megacity pressures the people of a small town to join up or else, a young teenage girl named Clem will learn how far she’ll go to defend her principles. Written by Zack Kaplan (LOST CITY EXPLORERS) with art from Piotr Kowalski (Port of Earth, Eclipse, Sex, Marvel Knights: Hulk, The Dark Tower), JOIN THE FUTURE is a sci-fi western that examines a future where everyone must ask what your values are truly worth. This volume contains the entire series, issues #1-5. “...rich with timely ideas, which the creative team builds into a genre-fluid sci-fi western story of giving in to societal forces.” – Zack Quaintance, Comics Bookcase AT SHOPS: JANUARY 6th

At Comic Shops Next Week! ALL MY LITTLE DEMONS A Cullen Bunn Omnibus The Gift that Keeps on Giving...NIGHTMARES! He is unquestionably AfterShock’s most prolific storyteller, having penned best-selling tales of horror, terror and suspense from our earliest days straight through to today and beyond. Now the best, most-requested AfterShock works of writer Cullen Bunn have been collected and presented in this deluxe 496-page hardcover volume – including short stories previously only available in the SHOCK anthologies. It’s the perfect gift for friends, family or, frankly, yourself. Featuring: BROTHERS DRACUL #1-5, DARK ARK: AFTER THE FLOOD #1-5, KNIGHTS TEMPORAL #1-5, UNHOLY GRAIL #1-5, WITCH HAMMER OGN, “Bloodflies”  from SHOCK VOL 1, and “Man, I Am Evil, Dude” from SHOCK VOL 2 “I never bet against Cullen Bunn, and he hasn’t let me down yet.” – Lucas Fashina, Geekery Magazine AT SHOPS: JANUARY 13th FAST APPROACHING! Reserve Now at your Local Comic Shop. Click Covers for Previews! MANIAC OF NEW YORK #1 IN SHOPS: February 3rd Writer: Elliott Kalan Artist: Andrea Mutti Slashing his way into your heart. Order Deadline: January 11th Order Code: DEC201129 RED ATLANTIS #4 IN SHOPS: February 10th Writer: Stephanie Phillips Artist: Robert Carey Cast your vote for chaos. Order Deadline: January 18th Order Code: DEC201142