MARVEl PANEL @ HEROES CON 05

[MattBrady]

<img src="http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/HereosCon/Picture3_t.jpg" width="300" height="231" border="0" align="right">Low-key and relaxed, the Marvel Comics panel at this year’s Heroes Convention in Charlotte, NC allowed fans the chance to get the lowdown on upcoming Marvel projects and events. While many of the items mentioned had been reported on previously, the panel did contain some new at of upcoming covers and interiors to whet appetites.

Present a the panel were Marvel Editor in Chief Joe Quesada, Paul Jenkins, Brandon Peterson, Mark Books, and Tim Townsend.

The panel began with problems synching the room’s projector to a computer, so in the meantime, the panelists handled questions from the audience.

Click here (http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/HereosCon/HeroesMarvel05.htm) for the full story.

[Blind Assassin]

Regarding the artist for Young Avengers, Quesada explained that Andrea Divito will fill in for Jim Cheung for a couple of issues

Excellent. I really like his work.

[Velocity]

Phoenix Endsong sequel?! Wooooot


what has this Andrea Divito drawn? he better not mess my Young Avengers.....and could we please switch patriots costume back....the initial design was perfect. perfect I say.

[Blind Assassin]

Originally posted by Velocity
Phoenix Endsong sequel?! Wooooot


what has this Andrea Divito drawn? he better not mess my Young Avengers.....and could we please switch patriots costume back....the initial design was perfect. perfect I say.

Andrea was the artist on the THOR: RAGNAROK arc written by Oeming and Berman. He also worked on BRATH, back in the day.

[HeX111]

Regarding the artist for New Avengers, Quesada explained that Andrea Divito will fill in for Jim Cheung for a couple of issues

Matt...

Could you clarify? Which was the mistake, the Book or the Artist?

[MattBrady]

Originally posted by HeX111
Matt...

Could you clarify? Which was the mistake, the Book or the Artist? Clarified - Divito on Young - sorry for the confusion.

MattB

[HeX111]

Originally posted by MattBrady
Clarified - Divito on Young - sorry for the confusion.

MattB

thank you sir

[BlueThunderArmy]

Some interesting stuff here. I'm actually rather pleased that JRJR is leaving Black Panther, as I'm rather enjoying that series and am (sorry to say) no fan of Mr Romita's art. I'm sure others will be happy he's leaving BP to "free him up to do something else."

[adamcasey]

For those attending this one, did it have a really loud sound system during the slide shows? We could hear music next door in the James Jean, James Kochalka, and Paul Pope panel (though seeing that there was a Dub show the next day at the covention center, maybe they were testing the sound system downstairs.)

[Aaron]

Currently, there are no plans for Guardians of the Galaxy.

I never thought I'd say this, but THANK GOD. I tremble at what NuMarvel would do with this concept. The Jim Valentino/Kevin West run was one of my favorite series of the 90s. The only way I'd like to see this return is if it was in the same vein, but that's not likely to happen anywhere outside of the Spider-Girl-verse.

Aaron

[Franklin Harris]

the “it” books of the coming year: Moon Knight and Warren Ellis’ team book.

Moon Knight and a book that will never come out on time?

I almost feel sorry for Marvel.

[MattBrady]

Originally posted by adamcasey
For those attending this one, did it have a really loud sound system during the slide shows? We could hear music next door in the James Jean, James Kochalka, and Paul Pope panel (though seeing that there was a Dub show the next day at the covention center, maybe they were testing the sound system downstairs.) that was the Dub show downstairs.

MattB

[Crimson]

I can't decide if I want to get Ghost Rider...

The art looks nice but nothing is being said about the story.

[MattBrady]

Originally posted by Crimson
I can't decide if I want to get Ghost Rider...

The art looks nice but nothing is being said about the story. from our earlier coverage (http://www.newsarama.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=26096).

Ghost Rider’s alter ego for the project: Johnny Blaze. Ennis rationale: he’s only ever read the original comics, and has no connection or attachment to Danny Ketch. According to Ennis, the storyline for the miniseries starts in Hell, with Blaze paying for selling his soul (which originally gave him his supernatural powers). In order to escape, Blaze agrees to hunt a runaway demon down on earth, and then becomes embroiled in a plot involving minions and Heaven, Hell, and everywhere in between.

MattB

[Arnout]

Originally posted by Crimson
I can't decide if I want to get Ghost Rider...

The art looks nice but nothing is being said about the story.

It's by Garth Ennis, what more you need to know?
Barring a re-iteration of the Devin Grayson misstep, I have faith in this.

[Arnout]

Originally posted by Franklin Harris
Moon Knight and a book that will never come out on time?

I almost feel sorry for Marvel.

Check your facts.
Even though you plod through the same tired old falsehoods, Ellis has learnt from his mistakes.
And anyway, why would Marvel continue to commission him with these high-profile projects, if he were such a deadline disaster?

[Crimson]

Originally posted by Arnout
It's by Garth Ennis, what more you need to know?
Barring a re-iteration of the Devin Grayson misstep, I have faith in this.

I'm still fairly new to comics... I haven't had a chance to trey Ghost Rider or any of Ennis' work.

I might try it though.

[arthur]

So what did Quesada say about the upcoming Spider-Man event? :)

And can we get a JMS/PAD double interview about it, Matt? :D

[Fazhoul]

If you've got to get someone to fill in for Jim Cheung on YA Andrea Divito is an excellent choice.

The Nighthawk series looks very cool too. Steve Dillon is an old pro at drawing the type of violence that this book will most likely have.

[bob_at_york]

They confirmed a little bit more. The end of HOM#3 must be big if they still can't reveal the cover for #4.

I wonder what is going to happen in the X-Men/Black Panther crossover that will be so big.

[Franklin Harris]

Originally posted by Arnout
Check your facts.
Even though you plod through the same tired old falsehoods, Ellis has learnt from his mistakes.
And anyway, why would Marvel continue to commission him with these high-profile projects, if he were such a deadline disaster?

I know, I know. It's just a coincidence that every artist he works with can't meet a deadline.

[MattBrady]

Originally posted by Franklin Harris
I know, I know. It's just a coincidence that every artist he works with can't meet a deadline. just to be clear here, what are you saying it is, then, and what've you got to back it up?

MattB

[KingPagla]

Um... Heores?

I'm psyched about the Nighthawk series I'll by anything Steve Dillon does, and I was very impessed with Way's work with him on the Bullseye mini.

[hedtrauma]

Originally posted by MattBrady
just to be clear here, what are you saying it is, then, and what've you got to back it up?

MattB

I seem to remember this book called Desolation Jones. We're already late and we're only waiting for number 2...

[Arnout]

Originally posted by hedtrauma
I seem to remember this book called Desolation Jones. We're already late and we're only waiting for number 2...

Not late at all, bimonthly schedule from the start.

[Franklin Harris]

Originally posted by Arnout
Not late at all, bimonthly schedule from the start.

Of course "Iron Man" No. 4 is also late, and I believe that book has been made bimonthly as well.

[fistofkhonshu]

Moon Knight is going to be the It book this year? Cool... they getting Moench and Sienkiewicz? I honestly doubt it but I'm looking forward to see what the new crew does with the character. The 70s monster book sounds pretty cool, I wonder will the Shroud make an appearance in either title.

[Marxist 64]

Originally posted by Franklin Harris
a book that will never come out on time?

On his e-mail list thingy, Ellis said he's writing the first 12 issues of the series before the first one even hits the shelves, so any delays will be artist based.

[MattBrady]

Originally posted by Franklin Harris
Of course "Iron Man" No. 4 is also late, and I believe that book has been made bimonthly as well. and has been explained many times that Marvel and Adi overestimated the speed by which he'd be able to produce the art.

C'mon Franklin, if you want to troll around, there are things that you can factually complain about, rather than continue to spread misconceptions that, as you know, have been addressed.

MattB

[Roman a clef]

Is it just me, or does it seem like Marvel is contractually obligated to only make big announcements at the Wizard cons? All of these announcements are just a little underwhelming. Some interesting things, but nothing remotely earth-shaking. Of course, I guess it's possible that this owes in part to the fact that Marvel's forthcoming projects aren't producing much excitement in this reader...

And, I must say, at least Marvel decided to show up at this con. DC, where were you?

Great convention, though. Indy Island was a great addition.

[Darth Tigris]

Originally posted by Roman a clef
Is it just me, or does it seem like Marvel is contractually obligated to only make big announcements at the Wizard cons? All of these announcements are just a little underwhelming. Some interesting things, but nothing remotely earth-shaking. Of course, I guess it's possible that this owes in part to the fact that Marvel's forthcoming projects aren't producing much excitement in this reader...

And, I must say, at least Marvel decided to show up at this con. DC, where were you?

Great convention, though. Indy Island was a great addition.

Strangely, I feel like I learned more from this than the big cons, though. Maybe the informal atmosphere played into that, but this got me looking forward to more things Marvel than the other recent cons.

[Roman a clef]

Originally posted by Darth Tigris
Strangely, I feel like I learned more from this than the big cons, though. Maybe the informal atmosphere played into that, but this got me looking forward to more things Marvel than the other recent cons.

Fair enough. It just bothers me that the big two seem to be (sometimes figuratively, sometimes literally) turning their backs on the non-Wizard cons, excepting San Diego. I have to admit I'm biased, as I feel the same way about Wizard mag as I do about Wal-Mart. Success through shoddy product in attractive packaging. And the big publishers eat it up. Someone posted on these boards once that Wizard Magazine is the Fox News of the comic book industry (but then, that gets us into a political discussion I don't wish to participate in).

All that said, and in all fairness, I haven't been to MegaCon in Orlando in years. How has their presence been there?

And I'm sorry to sound like something of a troll.

[Philldogg]

Originally posted by Crimson
I'm still fairly new to comics... I haven't had a chance to trey Ghost Rider or any of Ennis' work.

I might try it though.


It's great to have you reading comics! Welcome!

Definitely check out some of Ennis' stuff, Preacher comes highly recomended, and I have been enjoying his recent Punisher MAX series and 303 from avatar. Thor:Vikings, Hitman, Hellblazer, he's got a great track record. Even when he's mediocre he's better than most. Very violent with a lot of dark humor. He always tends to hit you with something you didn't see coming too.

I read a lot of GhostRider back in the early 90s when Marvel re-launched it, but I don't remember it being "must-read" material. Ennis is enough to sell me on anything.

[Waspinator]

Asked if Hawkeye is ever coming back, Quesada replied, “Hawkeye’s dead – he was blown to bits,” with a somewhat enigmatic smile.

Personally this is one character I want brought back.

Speaking of Divito, his and Dan Slott’s Thing miniseries is set just after Ben Grimm learns that he is one fo the richest men in the world (as recently shown in Fantastic Four #527).

What? And this is just after I dropped the title.

Regarding the upcoming X-Men arc (#175-#176) which crosses over with Black Panther #8 & #9, Quesada said that the story sews the seeds of a major conflict which will erupt in 2006. Frank Cho provided the cover for issue #176, featuring Storm.



Ok. What kind of conflict? This isn't making me want to buy the book without more information...

In regards to future plans for Jean Grey, Quesada said that a sequel to Phoenix: Endsong is in the works, with Greg Pak writing, although he couldn’t say when it would see publication, as Greg Land is involved in other projects, and Marvel wants to have the sequel match the original story, both in story and art.



Never read the first. Was it any good?

While there are no plans for Apocalypse to return in the X-titles, Quesada said that the are plans for Madrox in the works.

The Multiple Man? I wonder if he's going to join the team.

[kalorama]

Originally posted by fistofkhonshu
Moon Knight is going to be the It book this year? Cool... they getting Moench and Sienkiewicz? I honestly doubt it but I'm looking forward to see what the new crew does with the character. The 70s monster book sounds pretty cool, I wonder will the Shroud make an appearance in either title.

For my money, no one other than Moench has really written a good Moon Knight solo book, and even his most recent stabs at the charater were a bit lacking. They need to strip away all the debris that's clung to the character and get him back to basics, so to speak, and pretend that everything that happened to him since Moench left the original solo book never happened.

[Poolboy]

Originally posted by Franklin Harris
Of course "Iron Man" No. 4 is also late, and I believe that book has been made bimonthly as well.

Well Adi Granov and Warren Ellis both have said that the work load for Granov was more than originally anticipated. All digital panels takes a lot of work.

Ok. What kind of conflict? This isn't making me want to buy the book without more information...

Well obviously they're not gonna say anything about yet. It's okay if any company wants to keep their far off projects a secret so everyone can focus on what's in front of them and maybe a little bit ahead.

[Stalzer2002]

t’s too early to announce a new team for Daredevil (that will follow Brian Bendis and Alex Maleev), although Quesada indicated that one had been selected that would make fans happy.

I wonder if Joe has been paying attention to all of my Brubaker/Lark on DD posts. :)

[BanMan]

Originally posted by Crimson
I'm still fairly new to comics... I haven't had a chance to trey Ghost Rider or any of Ennis' work.

I might try it though.

You can check out Ennis on the current Punisher run I think.

____, I really should read the whole thread before posting.

[GalacticFunk]

Why isn't there any Spider-Man news? I want to see what this "The Other" story is going to be about. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for the return of Ben Reilly! The Scarlet Spider is easily one of the coolest comic book characters of all time. He's been missing for far too long

[Franklin Harris]

Originally posted by MattBrady
and has been explained many times that Marvel and Adi overestimated the speed by which he'd be able to produce the art.

C'mon Franklin, if you want to troll around, there are things that you can factually complain about, rather than continue to spread misconceptions that, as you know, have been addressed.

I'm not blaming anyone, but the fact is it's always something, whether an artist delay or whatnot. (Excepting "Transmetropolitan," which I don't recall ever being late, or at least very late.) It's almost as if it's a jinx.

[Julio Diaz]

Never mind... decided against possible NEW AVENGERS spoilers.

[BurgundyTears]

So any guesses who the disturbing villain the The Senry arc might be? Besides Void that is. Also is it just me or does the Sentry/The Void rivalry seem like a blatant Captain Paragon/Black Shroud (AC Comics) rip-off?

[RockLeefan]

The Ellis team book has me intrigued as personally i think his team books (Stormwatch/Authority and planetary) have always been more enjoyable than his recent slew of special agent/conspiracy 3-parters. I dont think Ellis makes his books late but I must admit i do equate his series with lateness usually through the artist though.

As for Ghost-rider I've always thought he could be one of the best characters ever, what with the awesome visuals. I just hope that Ennis treats the character with a little respect (eg punisher) as sometimes i get the impression Ennis doesn't really like superheroes and plays them as jokes, like in Authority:Kev.

[qtzar]

If Marvel signed Stephen King, that would definately knock me off my chair........has anyone ever heard if SK is into comics? i would love him on that 70`s monster book

[shieldboy]

Originally posted by Stalzer2002
I wonder if Joe has been paying attention to all of my Brubaker/Lark on DD posts. :)

yeah...
Bru and Lark in DD and Bendis and Cho in Spider-Woman!

[samnoir]

I am very much looking forward to Ennis' Ghost Rider series.

If Mark Millar doesn't end up doing a Blade series, I think Ennis is the perfect candidate to step up to bat. I mean it's insane that they don't put an a-list creative team on Blade given the popularity of the movies, there is a Blade movie fan base out there, many of them comic fans as well.

Vampires and a kickass tough guy character are things Ennis does very well. The added bonus would be if they paired him up with Steve Dillon.

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[Dermie]

Dan Slott's THING series is NOT a "miniseries", it is an ongoing title! Could you guys please correct that in the article--this is the 2nd time it has been misreported.

[speedbaldwin]

Originally posted by kalorama
For my money, no one other than Moench has really written a good Moon Knight solo book, and even his most recent stabs at the charater were a bit lacking. They need to strip away all the debris that's clung to the character and get him back to basics, so to speak, and pretend that everything that happened to him since Moench left the original solo book never happened.

Of course if they go that route then people will complain that "marvel ignores continuity... blah, blah, blah"

[jmarshall]

Originally posted by RockLeefan
I just hope that Ennis treats the character with a little respect (eg punisher) as sometimes i get the impression Ennis doesn't really like superheroes and plays them as jokes, like in Authority:Kev.

You "get the impression" he doesn't like them? Obviously you haven't read Conspiracy of Dunces, wherein Ennis makes it plain his contempt for costumed heroes. I was amazed to hear he was doing Ghost Rider, but it appears he is playing it very supernatural, maybe along the lines of some of his Hellblazer and Preacher stories with demons, angels, etc.

[JSATerrific]

Every time Marvel pimps their upcoming big exclusive announcement, Alan Moore keeps popping up in my mind. That's the biggest megaton I can think of, and DC did piss him off.

[Roman a clef]

Originally posted by JSATerrific
Every time Marvel pimps their upcoming big exclusive announcement, Alan Moore keeps popping up in my mind. That's the biggest megaton I can think of, and DC did piss him off.

I will be VERY surprised if this is the case. Although he could write the hell out of a Silver Surfer series.

[JSATerrific]

Originally posted by Roman a clef
I will be VERY surprised if this is the case. Although he could write the hell out of a Silver Surfer series.


Yeah, probably will never happen, but then again the Kubert Bros. announcement was quite a shocker. I'm trying to think of someone else who would make a big splash but I'm coming up blank. Geoff Johns, but he's way too deep into DC right now (where he belongs imho). Anyone else got any ideas?

[Jack Assen]

Originally posted by JSATerrific
Yeah, probably will never happen, but then again the Kubert Bros. announcement was quite a shocker. I'm trying to think of someone else who would make a big splash but I'm coming up blank. Geoff Johns, but he's way too deep into DC right now (where he belongs imho). Anyone else got any ideas?

Neil Gaiman, perhaps? If the Miracleman rumors are true, that's a strong incentive...

[Koben Kelly]

Asked about Marvel’s (and the larger industry’s) track record with launching new properties in the market, and where he saw titles such as Machine Teen and Runaways in five years, Quesada said that the fate of the new series, as with any series, is up to the fans, pointing out again what he views as the democracy of comics, where the voting ballot has George Washington’s picture on it.

Too bad you have to use three ballots if you want to vote.

Thanks
---Koben :rolleyes:

[MPJ]

Originally posted by Koben Kelly
Quesada said that the fate of the new series, as with any series, is up to the fans, pointing out again what he views as the democracy of comics, where the voting ballot has George Washington’s picture on it.

Too bad you have to use three ballots if you want to vote.

Thanks
---Koben :rolleyes: Only if you vote yes

no voters don't have to use any ballots - it's a balance thing ;)

[zhstar]

Some good stuff here but not as interesting as what DC has planned, somehow.

[RockLeefan]

I sure hope you're right JMarshall, If he does play the supernatural angle rather than "look at this idiot with a flmaing skuill on a bike" then Ennis could be an excellent choice.

Given his contempt of superheroes it seems odd that he gets the oppurtunity to write them so often. Then again he wrote Preacher so I guess its worth giving him a shot

[SMARTASS8]

I would be looking forward to Ghost Rider, but with Ennis attached;NO THANK YOU!! I hope he leaves Marvel soon and goes to Avatar or something(not back to DC, I love them more than Marvel these days). I know this is an unpopular view, but imho he has turned into a one trick pony. I LOVED Preacher because it was so different from everything else at the time. I now realize that all Ennis can write about is extreme violence and/or sexual depravity. The only differences he has in his works is a more serious style(Max Punisher, Vertigo war stories) or black comedy(MK Punisher, Judge Dredd). I have read all but one story arc of his Max Punisher due to recommendations, but it's the same old stuff. I also hate someone who forgets their principles in order to receive a paycheck. If Ennis hates superheroes (as he, Ellis, and Azzarello have stated or implied before), DON'T WRITE ABOUT THEM!!

[Poolboy]

Originally posted by SMARTASS8
If Ennis hates superheroes (as he, Ellis, and Azzarello have stated or implied before), DON'T WRITE ABOUT THEM!!

I don't see Ghost Rider as a superhero at all. Sure he condemned his soul to save a loved one but a Demon-Slayer on a bike does mean the same as Spider-Man to me.

And maybe with Warren Ellis and Brian Azzarello writing all of these Superheroes these days mybe it's because they want to try things a little differently, maybe they have come around to another way of thinking and thus portraying a "Superhero".

[Jedi White]

OK, I understand that this is the Ultimate Moon Knight pictured in that preview art, but that costume is just plain bad. I certainly hope that this costume doesn't spill over into the real Marvel Universe, or that the upcoming Moon Knight series isn't going to feature it. Why would they do away with the most recognizable and original part of his suit: the hood, in favor of a crazy wide colar and skintight mask?