DC Universe Online's Iconic Battle Suit Upgrades are Kick A$$ & Bad A$$

Sony Online Entertainment released this week another series of videos in advance of DC Universe Online, the massively multiplayer role-playing game based on the superheroes of DC Comics. The latest clip previews "Iconic Battle Suits," described as the ultimate reward for players. After enough points are accumulated, players can receive from Wonder Woman or Black Adam a themed battle suit.

Both Wonder Woman and Black Adam's battlesuits are rooted in the more mythological side of the DCUO spectrum, with their combined pieces reflecting the might of their respective Greek and Egyptian mythologies. Wonder Woman's armor, Hera's Strength, assembles the might of the gods of Mt. Olympus, while Black Adam's Anubis Shroud wards off the forces of its deathly namesake. From the gameplay shown, both outfits seem to pack the kind of power their names imply.

More tech-based armors gifted from heroes like Batman and villains like the Joker are set to join these mythical suits down the line, meaning players should have plenty of in-game costume advancements to look forward to.

Check out the video below for a first look at these bad a$$ add-ons:

via: SOE & Comics Alliance

DC Universe Online's Iconic Battle Suit Upgrades are Kick A$$ & Bad A$$

Sony Online Entertainment released this week another series of videos in advance of DC Universe Online, the massively multiplayer role-playing game based on the superheroes of DC Comics. The latest clip previews "Iconic Battle Suits," described as the ultimate reward for players. After enough points are accumulated, players can receive from Wonder Woman or Black Adam a themed battle suit.

Both Wonder Woman and Black Adam's battlesuits are rooted in the more mythological side of the DCUO spectrum, with their combined pieces reflecting the might of their respective Greek and Egyptian mythologies. Wonder Woman's armor, Hera's Strength, assembles the might of the gods of Mt. Olympus, while Black Adam's Anubis Shroud wards off the forces of its deathly namesake. From the gameplay shown, both outfits seem to pack the kind of power their names imply.

More tech-based armors gifted from heroes like Batman and villains like the Joker are set to join these mythical suits down the line, meaning players should have plenty of in-game costume advancements to look forward to.

Check out the video below for a first look at these bad a$$ add-ons:

via: SOE & Comics Alliance

Jim Lee & Brian Azzarello Launch BATMAN: EUROPA Miniseries in 2011

Normally, I am the first to jump on the "too many batman title" bandwagon, but I am going to make an exception for this little miniseries.  The reasons why?  It's a miniseries and Jim Lee, Brian Azzarello, and many other top-notch writers and artists are involved on the project.   

From DC's The Source:

Coming in January BATMAN: EUROPA, a four-issue mini-series written to gritty perfection by FIRST WAVE’s Brian Azzarello and Matteo Casali with an all-star cast of artists, including Giuseppe Camuncoli (who is handling layouts for the entire series!), Diego Latorre and Jock. With a first issue painted over Cammo’s layouts by none other than superstar artist and DC Comics Co-Publisher Jim Lee, who as you know, is no stranger to Batman. And if it involves Jim, you can guarantee it’s a major Batman tale.

In the pages of BATMAN: EUROPA, the impossible has happened – the Batman is on the brink of defeat, at the hands of a virus with no cure. Surely there’s someone that can help him? Well, there is – the Joker. Who infected Batman with the virus? What does the Joker have to do to save him? And how can it all happen before the Dark Knight collapses? Together, the unlikely teammates and arch-foes travel through Europe cobbling together clues while the clock ticks down.

Here is the first cover from the series, by Jim Lee, and it is beautiful.  I cannot wait to read this tale. 

Jim Lee & Brian Azzarello Launch BATMAN: EUROPA Miniseries in 2011

Normally, I am the first to jump on the "too many batman title" bandwagon, but I am going to make an exception for this little miniseries.  The reasons why?  It's a miniseries and Jim Lee, Brian Azzarello, and many other top-notch writers and artists are involved on the project.   

From DC's The Source:

Coming in January BATMAN: EUROPA, a four-issue mini-series written to gritty perfection by FIRST WAVE’s Brian Azzarello and Matteo Casali with an all-star cast of artists, including Giuseppe Camuncoli (who is handling layouts for the entire series!), Diego Latorre and Jock. With a first issue painted over Cammo’s layouts by none other than superstar artist and DC Comics Co-Publisher Jim Lee, who as you know, is no stranger to Batman. And if it involves Jim, you can guarantee it’s a major Batman tale.

In the pages of BATMAN: EUROPA, the impossible has happened – the Batman is on the brink of defeat, at the hands of a virus with no cure. Surely there’s someone that can help him? Well, there is – the Joker. Who infected Batman with the virus? What does the Joker have to do to save him? And how can it all happen before the Dark Knight collapses? Together, the unlikely teammates and arch-foes travel through Europe cobbling together clues while the clock ticks down.

Here is the first cover from the series, by Jim Lee, and it is beautiful.  I cannot wait to read this tale. 

Which Cover to SUPERMAN #9 do You Like Best?

One of Gfest's favorite sites is covered, a website where artist reinterpret comic book covers.  Daniel Garber did a very creative alternative cover to John Byrne's Superman #9 featuring the Joker.  I love his rendition.  What do you think?

Which Cover to SUPERMAN #9 do You Like Best?

One of Gfest's favorite sites is covered, a website where artist reinterpret comic book covers.  Daniel Garber did a very creative alternative cover to John Byrne's Superman #9 featuring the Joker.  I love his rendition.  What do you think?

The Sinestro Corps Joins "DC Universe Online"

How sweet is this game going to be when it is finally available?  Everything you know, read or seen in a DC Comic book looks to be available in this game.  Jim Lee and the team at Blur Studio should be commended for their effort in putting this game together.  The attention to detail regarding every aspect of the DCU is so very wonderful that words do not seem to describe it's greatness. 

Now we find-out that we can play along with Sinestro and the Yellow Lantern Corp.  Awesome!  Now, please, please give me the Red Lantern Corp with Atrocitus and Dex-Starr and Agent Orange, Larfleeze.

The Sinestro Corps Joins "DC Universe Online"

How sweet is this game going to be when it is finally available?  Everything you know, read or seen in a DC Comic book looks to be available in this game.  Jim Lee and the team at Blur Studio should be commended for their effort in putting this game together.  The attention to detail regarding every aspect of the DCU is so very wonderful that words do not seem to describe it's greatness. 

Now we find-out that we can play along with Sinestro and the Yellow Lantern Corp.  Awesome!  Now, please, please give me the Red Lantern Corp with Atrocitus and Dex-Starr and Agent Orange, Larfleeze.

'World's Finest' Hoodies are Definetly no 'Joker!'

I've never been a HUGE hoodie fan. I don't dislike them or the folks that wear them but just not my cup-o- tea.  I'm a Junk Food/Homage t-shirt guy that likes a good pullover.

I think today that all might have changed with the announcement of these ultra cool DC hoodies in the form bearing both left and right profiles of Batman, Superman and the Joker.

You can purchase these hoodies via the Big Bad Toy Store for $40. You'll be the envy of everyone at the comic shop each Wednesday afternoon.

via: Comics Alliance & Big Bad Toy Store

'World's Finest' Hoodies are Definetly no 'Joker!'

I've never been a HUGE hoodie fan. I don't dislike them or the folks that wear them but just not my cup-o- tea.  I'm a Junk Food/Homage t-shirt guy that likes a good pullover.

I think today that all might have changed with the announcement of these ultra cool DC hoodies in the form bearing both left and right profiles of Batman, Superman and the Joker.

You can purchase these hoodies via the Big Bad Toy Store for $40. You'll be the envy of everyone at the comic shop each Wednesday afternoon.

via: Comics Alliance & Big Bad Toy Store

How to Make Your Money Extra Cool by Adding Geek Art

Aren't you tired of walking around with plain old cash currency?  The only potential surprise is figuring out what miniscule amounts of drugs you get with that dollar bill. 

But now you can surprise the world by adding Batman, Superman, Darth Vader or any of the other following inspirations to make your dollar bill extra geeky. 

How to Make Your Money Extra Cool by Adding Geek Art

Aren't you tired of walking around with plain old cash currency?  The only potential surprise is figuring out what miniscule amounts of drugs you get with that dollar bill. 

But now you can surprise the world by adding Batman, Superman, Darth Vader or any of the other following inspirations to make your dollar bill extra geeky. 

Batman Falls on Hard Times

Poor Batman, regulated to a freakin Best Western.  The days of the Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, W, etc. are long gone.  Dick Grayson and Damien Wayne probably pissed away the fortune while Bruce has been gone trapped in in time.  Poor Tim doesn't know about it since he has been out actually doing something productive with his time, like looking for Bruce.

Although, on the other-hand, it's probably a good hideout because even the Joker wouldn't stay at this dump.

Batman Falls on Hard Times

Poor Batman, regulated to a freakin Best Western.  The days of the Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, W, etc. are long gone.  Dick Grayson and Damien Wayne probably pissed away the fortune while Bruce has been gone trapped in in time.  Poor Tim doesn't know about it since he has been out actually doing something productive with his time, like looking for Bruce.

Although, on the other-hand, it's probably a good hideout because even the Joker wouldn't stay at this dump.

Holy Fallout Batman! Would The Joker Ever Use a Nuclear Bomb?

In the DC Comics/Dark Horse Comics crossover Joker-Mask, while vandalizing a museum exhibit, the Joker finds and wears The Mask, which was made famous in the Jim Carrey movie.

Having no desires or personality traits that are hidden, the Joker essentially is himself but with near invulnerability, super speed, strength and other abilities. Using the Mask, Joker is actually able to defeat Batman and become unstoppable. He takes over the Gotham television waves and broadcasts 24/7 destruction.

Becoming bored with this, the Joker commandeers a nuclear bomb to destroy Gotham City. Batman confronts Joker/Mask, and his insistence that the Mask isn't funny forces the Joker to emerge and remove The Mask, then realizing that The Mask had been in control of the Joker ever since he put it on.

Its not a bad book, but having the Joker threaten to deploy a nuclear bomb didn't sit well with me.  Look, the Joker is clearly an insane maniac, but he has alway killed with some flair and drama.  He kills in such a way that people can appreciate his "artform" if you will. 

Does a nuclear bomb fit into the Joker's bag of tricks?  I think not. 

Holy Fallout Batman! Would The Joker Ever Use a Nuclear Bomb?

In the DC Comics/Dark Horse Comics crossover Joker-Mask, while vandalizing a museum exhibit, the Joker finds and wears The Mask, which was made famous in the Jim Carrey movie.

Having no desires or personality traits that are hidden, the Joker essentially is himself but with near invulnerability, super speed, strength and other abilities. Using the Mask, Joker is actually able to defeat Batman and become unstoppable. He takes over the Gotham television waves and broadcasts 24/7 destruction.

Becoming bored with this, the Joker commandeers a nuclear bomb to destroy Gotham City. Batman confronts Joker/Mask, and his insistence that the Mask isn't funny forces the Joker to emerge and remove The Mask, then realizing that The Mask had been in control of the Joker ever since he put it on.

Its not a bad book, but having the Joker threaten to deploy a nuclear bomb didn't sit well with me.  Look, the Joker is clearly an insane maniac, but he has alway killed with some flair and drama.  He kills in such a way that people can appreciate his "artform" if you will. 

Does a nuclear bomb fit into the Joker's bag of tricks?  I think not. 

PREVIEW: BATMAN & ROBIN #14 (and why it's a good series)

I have changed my tune on Grant Morrison's BATMAN AND ROBIN.  Admittedly, I was filled with sour grapes when Morrison and Didiot "killed-off" Bruce Wayne and started the run with Dick as Batman and Damien as Robin.  I was upset and did not give this book a chance.  Now, that I have come around and am current on this title, I have been impressed with the book, especially the Tim, Damien, Dick, and Alfred relationship.  Now, I do admit that current plot line of hunting down Bruce, history of the Wayne family, Batman RIP tie-in, Joker, etc. was a very big reason for my turn around but nonetheless I give the Scottish Alan Moore his due.

Well this month BATMAN & ROBIN #14 hits the shelves and DC has given us a preview. 

Grant Morrison and artist Frazer Irving continue their epic BATMAN AND ROBIN tale, as one of our heroes lies near death. Dick Grayson and Damian Wayne enter the ultimate, blood-soaked battle against two foes who almost destroyed the original Batman. But are they up for the challenge? And if they can’t make it as a team, have they sealed their fates?

PREVIEW: BATMAN & ROBIN #14 (and why it's a good series)

I have changed my tune on Grant Morrison's BATMAN AND ROBIN.  Admittedly, I was filled with sour grapes when Morrison and Didiot "killed-off" Bruce Wayne and started the run with Dick as Batman and Damien as Robin.  I was upset and did not give this book a chance.  Now, that I have come around and am current on this title, I have been impressed with the book, especially the Tim, Damien, Dick, and Alfred relationship.  Now, I do admit that current plot line of hunting down Bruce, history of the Wayne family, Batman RIP tie-in, Joker, etc. was a very big reason for my turn around but nonetheless I give the Scottish Alan Moore his due.

Well this month BATMAN & ROBIN #14 hits the shelves and DC has given us a preview. 

Grant Morrison and artist Frazer Irving continue their epic BATMAN AND ROBIN tale, as one of our heroes lies near death. Dick Grayson and Damian Wayne enter the ultimate, blood-soaked battle against two foes who almost destroyed the original Batman. But are they up for the challenge? And if they can’t make it as a team, have they sealed their fates?