12 Sales of Christmas

We are trying something new this year, the 12 Sales of Christmas! Twelve days, twelve exclusive sales, a perfect chance to treat yourself or someone else!

All sales are good on the specified day only. No holds, no reserves and no special orders will be accommodated. The discounts cannot be applied to pull list or subscription items. If you have any questions about these sales, just shoot me an e-mail!

Tuesday, December 4th
                25% Off All DC "New 52" Paperback or Hardcover Collections (no limit)
Thursday, December 6th
                15% Off Packages of Bags, Boards or Boxes (no limit)
Friday, December 7th     
                50% Off All Backstock Comic Books (no limit)
Saturday, December 8th
                $3.00 Off All T-Shirts (no limit)
Tuesday, December 11th
                30% Off All Marvel Paperback or Hardcover Collections (no limit)
Thursday, December 13th
                30% Off All Image Paperback or Hardcover Collections (no limit)
Friday, December 14th
                20% Off Any Toy or Action Figure (limit 1)
Saturday, December 15th
                25% Off All Independent Publisher Paperback or Hardcover (no limit)
Tuesday, December 18th
                25% Off All Dark Horse Comic Book, Paperbacks or Hardcovers (no limit)
Thursday, December 20th
                35% Off All Vertigo Paperback or Hardcover Collection
Friday, December 21st
                15% Off Any Novelty Item, Gaming Item, Toy or Action Figure (limit 1)
Saturday, December 22nd
                40% Off Any One Paperback or Hardcover (limit 1)

Hellblazer Ends When Constantine Begins

John Constantine has been a constant presence in the pages of DC Comics, having first appeared in SWAMP THING in the 1980s and up through his current adventures in the pages of JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK, ANIMAL MAN and SWORD OF SORCERY.

Now, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS announced that the chain-smoking British occult detective will headline his own ongoing comic book series as part of DC Comics-The New 52.

Launching in March 2013, CONSTANTINE will be written by upcoming DEMON KNIGHTS writer and New York Times bestselling author of The Homeland Directive and the sci-fi graphic novel series The Surrogates, Robert Venditti, with incredible art by Renato Guedes (SUPERMAN).

"Few characters in comics are as complex and entertaining as John Constantine, and I'm finding him to be every bit as enjoyable to write as he is to read," says Venditti. "It's my goal to have the new CONSTANTINE series be equal parts familiarity and surprise.  This will be the Constantine we all know and love, but facing new and unexpected challenges from both inside and out."

HELLBLAZER, Vertigo's longest-running series which currently headlines John Constantine, will end with issue #300 in February. John Constantine has escaped, cheated, narrowly avoided and even reversed death on multiple occasions. Now, in the conclusion of “Death and Cigarettes,” longtime writer Peter Milligan and artists Giuseppe Camuncoli and Stefano Landini will test whether he’s got one more second chance in him, giving him the bloody best sendoff he deserves.

Before Watchmen: Dollar Bill

DC Comics announced with MTV GEEK today that they will publish a new Before Watchmen story that will focus on the character Dollar Bill.

Joining the roster of mini-series that are expanding on the foundation of the original Watchmen, this one-shot issue Before Watchmen: Dollar Bill will be written by Len Wein (Before Watchmen: Ozymandias) and illustrated by Kirby and Eisner Award winning artist Steve Rude.

"He's never been visited before,” Wein tells MTV Geek of the corporate-sponsored actor-turned-hero. “Of all the Watchmen, he's the one with the least information given about him over the course of the series. ... He's one of those guys who just gets by, he does what he needs to do."

Before Watchmen: Dollar Bill #1 arrives in stores January 30, 2013.

Halloween Countdown: Three Weeks!

In three short weeks Alter Ego will be celebrating Halloween and we are thrilled that this fun and spooky holiday is falling on the weekly holiday known as "New Comic Day!"

This year the whole industry is celebrating with Halloween ComicFest, an event celebrating comics and community.

Here is the scoop on what we'll be up to that day:

• Adults and children will receive special gifts if they come in wearing costumes!
• Store-wide sales, including 50% off backstock comics and 25% off all independent trades/hardcovers.
• We will be dragging out a few of our over-stock boxes and selling issues for $1.00 each.
• Candy! We'll have lots of yummy candy to go around!
• Cupcakes! I'll use any event as an excuse to eat cupcakes!
• FREE COMIC BOOKS! We will have a selection of special Halloween themed comic books to give away.

We'll be celebrating all day, Wednesday, October 31st, please join us!

Batman: Arkham City End Game

DC Comics is expanding on the action of their Batman: Arkham City video game with a 60 page, $6.99 comic book to be released November 14th. This story was previously available only in a digital format, this is the first time in print!

Creators: (W) Derek Fridolfs (A/CA) Jason Shawn Alexander

Based on events directly from the Arkham City videogame. The final, climactic battle between Batman and The Joker leads to traumatic ramifications in this epic-length adventure. The entire digital first, 60-page story, in print for the first time! Powerful, moody artwork and wraparound cover by Jason Shawn Alexander (Gotham Central, Abe Sapien: The Drowning, Queen and Country).

Batman: Arkham City sold 4.6 million copies sold in its first week of release, and has become a must-have for serious gamers and Batman fans. With content that was previously available only as a digital release, this title should encourage players to continue exploring new dimensions of the blockbuster game while entertaining readers seeking a thrilling new Batman adventure. On Sale 11/14/2012

If you would like your very own copy of Batman: Arkham City - End Game, please contact me at: erin@alteregoia.com

Fans of the video game Borderlands can enhance their playing experience with IDW's new four-part "Origins" series, set for release in November!

Creators: (W) Mike Neumann (A/CA) Agustin Padilla

"Roland." For the millions and millions of fans of the smash-hit video game Borderlands, a lingering question exists: how did the Vault Hunters get on the bus with Marcus in the first place? Find out how Roland got on the bus with Mordecai, Lilith, and Brick in this exciting look at the soldiers of the Crimson Lance and what made him leave their ranks and search for the Vault. Surprises abound in the first part of a four-issue series chronicling where Borderlands began!

Appeal: With millions of units sold, Borderlands has proven itself to be effective at capturing the imaginations of action-loving gamers who have been awaiting this limited series since its announcement. This expansion of the world, and the exploration of the origins behind popular characters, should attract those players seeking a dynamic way to satisfy their Borderlands cravings.

On Sale 11/14/12

If you would like to pre-order Borderlands: Origin #1, or any other series, please drop me a line at: erin@alteregoia.com or give me a call at: 319-373-8935!

Skybound's Clone Set For November Birth!

Image Comics imprint Skybound has solicited their latest effort, Clone, for a November release.

We are extra excited about this title so we have decided to slash the price of the 1st issue to $1.99! This offer is good only for pre-orders placed before September 18th.

If you would like to pre-order Clone or any other title, please contact Alter Ego via e-mail at: erin@alteregoia.com or by phone at 319-373-8935.

Creators: (W) David Schulner (A/CA) Juan Jose Ryp, Felix Serrano

From Robert Kirkman's Skybound imprint, comes a sci-fi story like you've never seen before! Dr. Luke Taylor's perfect life comes to a dramatic halt when an identical, bloodied version of himself arrives at his doorstep with news that he is one of many clones ... and they're all after his pregnant wife and their unborn child!

Schulner, a producer and writer for Kings, The Event and the upcoming Do No Harm, is known to TV audiences for creating multilayered worlds and characters. His trademark storytelling style, combined with the dynamic art of fan-favorite Ryp, should garner significant consumer attention for this new title.

On Sale 11/14/2012

My Little Pony Trotting into Alter Ego in November!

The young and the young at heart will be excited to note that My Little Pony will have their own new ongoing title in conjunction with the Hub's animated show!

Creators: (W) Katie Cook (A/CA) Andy Price Welcome to Ponyville, home of Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, and all your other favorite Ponies! Something's not right in the town though, as some of the inhabitants are acting very, very strange! It's up to the Mane Six to find the source of the weirdness before it's too late! Also offered: a Jill Thompson Subscription Variant Cover ($3.99), intended for subscription customers and a Complete Box Set ($24.99) that collects all 6 of the "Mane 6" covers in an exclusive slipcase. Hailed by Toonzone as “what every show of its type should be. And that is something so rare that it is very magical indeed”, The Hub’s animated incarnation of the classic property has been embraced by a new generation of fans, spanning from small children and tweens to parents and “Bronies” (adult male viewers). Expect this new title to draw attention from all of these groups as they seek to extend the magical fun. On Sale 11/14/12

If you would like to order My Little Pony #1, please contact Alter Ego at: erin@alteregoia.com

Walking Dead Action Figure Giveaway!

We are celebrating the return of AMC's awesome series, The Walking Dead with a super great giveaway! Stop in to enter to win a set of 4 Walking Dead action figures. These figures are based on the television series and feature Rick Grimes, Daryl Dixon, a Zombie Walker and a Zombie Roamer. Each figure comes with it's own array of accessories (like a crossbow for Daryl!)

We will be accepting entries until March 10th. No purchase necessary!

The Walking Dead returns to AMC on Sunday, February 12th at 8:00 pm. The new Walking Dead comic book hits the shelves every month here at Alter Ego!

Heroclix Galactic Guardians

This spring NECA & Wizkids are releasing their newest Marvel Heroclix set, Galactic Guardians. We are now taking pre-orders for bricks of the Heroclix at the special price of $99.99! Each brick will contain 8 boosters and 1 "super booster" which will contain one colossal sized figure!

We will be accepting pre-orders though February 18th for Galactic Guardians and we will not be stocking extra bricks in the store so consider pre-ordering today!