Showing posts with label manga. Show all posts
Showing posts with label manga. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

BATMAN GOES MANGA! Death Mask in Stores April 9th.


International manga comic legend Yoshinori Natsume turns his talented pen to the Dark Knight, and the result is a chilling story about a new serial killer stalking Gotham's streets...one who bears more than a passing resemblance to Batman himself! Check out the first issue of BATMAN: DEATH MASK, in stores April 9th! For an Exclusive Sneak Peek be sure to visit the MySpace Comic Books website by clicking the link button down below.

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Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Vintage Batman Memorabilia From Around The Globe!





I've been doing the Bat-Blog for over two years now & one of the things that still amazes me is Batman's popularity all over the world. I get messages from Bat-Fans who live in the most obscure places, that's awesome! So I thought I would use that as the theme for this post. Here's a few photos of some super-rare Batman Toys mailed in by our readers. The 1st one is from a friend in Germany. This is a very funny "Bootleg" Batman Hand-Puppet from the 1960's. The mask that the figure is wearing does look a lot like the cowl worn by Adam West in the 1966 TV Show. Plus, ya gotta love those wacky eyebrows, ha ha! Also, It looks like they stole the image from the "1960's Batman" Life Magazine cover for the header card...nice. The next set of photos feature the BATLANCHA ( Bat-Boat ) made by Gulliver Toys. This beautiful masterpiece is from Argentina. The 1st Bat-Boat comes with it's own original box. I love the vintage graphics. The 2nd Bat-Boat, the one by itself, is a later re-issue in a slightly different color. Both of them are awesome! The last photo is one of my favorites. It's a group of Vintage Batman Manga Magazines from Japan with wonderful artwork. I really really love the Japanese Bat-Logo. It looks really great! I hope all my readers enjoy seeing these as much as I do & I hope it inspires a few people from around the world to send in photos of their "foreign treasures". Remember, our "e-mail button" is always on the top right-hand side of this page.

Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Book Review - BAT-MANGA THE SECRET HISTORY OF BATMAN IN JAPAN By CHIP KIDD







OK, anyone who's been reading the Bat-Blog for the last year or so knows how excited I have been about the gossip of a brand-new Batman book titled BAT-MANGA: THE SECRET HISTORY OF BATMAN IN JAPAN. It was being done by Chip Kidd who, a few years ago, came out with another great Batman book titled BATMAN COLLECTED. That book was amazing, so I knew this one was gonna be great too! Well, it has finally come out & it's even better than I dreamed about! It was released on October 28th, 2008. All I can say about BAT-MANGA is that it is extremely well-designed & a total delight to read! But, I can't just say that because that would be a totally lazy book review, ha ha! So, here's why the book is so awesome. First, for people totally unfamiliar with this title, in the 1960's there was a magazine in Japan for kids called Shonen King . During the crazy hype of the 1966 Batman TV Show ( Adam West & Burt Ward ) this company reserved the rights to do Batman stories. They did them for about a year & then they were gone. For years these wonderfully written & beautifully drawn stories were lost...until now! To do this book Chip Kidd teamed up with the photographer Geoff Spear & Super-Collector Saul Ferris ( Japanese translation by Anne Ishii ). Both Chip & Saul had a few issues of this super-rare magazine & while doing research found out that the artwork was done by Jiro Kuwata, the artist responsible for creating "8 MAN", a very popular Japanese character. Anyway, Kidd hired a Japanese translator & actually found the guy! To his regret he found out that all the original artwork had been lost to time. But, a neat thing about getting in touch with him was that they got to do an exclusive interview about his "Batman experience". So, working with Geoff & Saul, they photographed every issue they had their hands on. This actually turned out to be a "wonderful accident" because looking at the original magazines is pretty cool. Geoff did an amazing job photographing all the pages. The neat thing is that the photography is so extremely sharp that you can actually see the texture of the newsprint & it sort of gives you the experience of reading the actual magazine that children got to view in the 1960's. One other thing that's kinda neat too is that, back then, Jiro Kuwata was given total license to write anything he wanted. So, the stories are very unique & have a nice Japanese sensibility to them. Now, please keep in mind that this is manga so ya gotta "read it backwards". But, don't worry about that because after about 5 minutes you totally get used to it & the stories are really enjoyable. Jiro Kuwata was given permission to do anything he wanted so many of the villains ( except Clayface ) were created by him. They are really well thought out & have great names like Lord Death Man, Go-Go The Magician, Dr. Faceless, Professor Gorilla, & The Man Who Quit Being Human! Now, another great thing about the book is that it features some very sharp color photography of many Vintage 1960's Batman Toys...a total bonus! This is kinda where Saul Ferris came in. He has an amazing collection of super-rare Japanese Batman Toys. The photos are sort of sprinkled every few pages so while you're reading the stories you get a small break. Plus, You get to enjoy these lost pieces of Bat-History. It gives the book a nice rhythm & each time they popped up it was a very pleasant surprise! The book is created in 2 formats, hardback & paperback. The hardback has about 32 extra pages. It mainly has a few more toy photos & a section in the back that covers some stories written in Chinese! But, don't worry because everything has been translated into English so you can enjoy the whole experience. The retail price for the hardback is $60.00 while the paperback is $29.95. Right now Amazon is offering them as new releases at a cheaper price & I seriously recommend the hardback, just for the extras. Well, I hope this has been a decent review & it's a book I can highly recommend for ANY Batman Fan!

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Get Backers: Fuchoin Kazuki


Recently one of many A number of Kings of the Volts, Kazuki would be the past learn of the Fuuchouin Place Martial arts disciplines, your preventing style which utilizes koto post managed by means of moaning in their fingertips. A strings can easily tear up sound earth, bone tissues, epidermis, muscle groups, and in some cases material. Kazuki may also employ their post to pay attention within for distant conversations.Reported by his / her Treat Account, Kenn is really a male cosplayer from Tiongkok. I seriously assumed they would be a woman to begin with because he's so... very. Kazuki certainly is the great personality with regard to him or her for you to cosplay. Because of Ohime (Kenn's number 1 fan) to get mailing the following in!





Fuchoin Kazuki



Fairy Tail: Erza Scarlet


The 19-year-old S-Class Sorcerer, Erza Scarlet is normally given the job of undertaking highly unsafe adventures, just as she's reckoned to be the strongest female part of the particular guild. Using specialized in "The Knight" miracles, she'll swiftly "re-equip" several markers and alter armour and even outfits with a hammerspace. Nevertheless, regardless of the visible ability to this technique, Erza generally hauls alongside many suitcase on a trip.Seems like a number of people are seeking out there which it cosplayer is produced by any Not again! Manga Cosplay Campy 2012. I'm wondering if someone ever in your life were able to determine? A shame I was even now considering a camera's the right settings otherwise they I'd have likely had the opportunity to adopt an even better photo!





Erza Scarlet



Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Strobe Edge: New Shojo Manga from Viz Media





Captivating New Manga Series Captures The Thrill And Drama Of A Girl's First Love



San Francisco, CA, November 6, 2012 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media, the largest publisher, distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, gives shojo manga (graphic novel) fans a brand new series with the release of Io Sakisaka's STROBE EDGE. The first volume debuts today under the Shojo Beat imprint, is rated 'T' for Teens, and carries an MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN.



What is love, anyway? Ninako Kinoshita's friends tell her it's one thing, but Ninako wonders what this mysterious feeling really is. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Ren Ichinose, a handsome, enigmatic guy that all the girls worship. With just a few words and a smile, he changes her entire world…



"STROBE EDGE showcases the intense feelings of first love-something readers can all relate to. This series is one of the most anticipated shojo releases among many North American fans," says Amy Yu, Editor. "Io Sakisaka has created a captivating story with gorgeous artwork and touching characters. STROBE EDGE is great for teen readers and even ideal for manga readers who are new to the shojo genre. We're really excited about it being published here, and hope that fans will check it out!"



Io Sakisaka made her debut as a manga creator with Sakura, Chiru. Her other works include Call My Name, Gate of Planet, and Blue. Her newest series, Ao Haru Ride, currently runs in Japan in the shojo manga magazine, BessatsuMargaret.



For more information on STROBE EDGE, or other shojo manga titles from VIZ Media, please visit www.shojobeat.com.



Saturday, September 1, 2012

Fairy Tail: Erza Scarlet

Any 19-year-old S-Class Guru, Erza Scarlet is often tasked with conducting extremely risky objectives, because she will be thought of as the best women's part of any guild. Acquiring about “The Knight” wizardry, she can easily “re-equip” several rifles and alter armor along with clothes employing a hammerspace. On the other hand, don't mind the occasional evident ability to this program, Erza typically stretches together 1000s of luggage while traveling.It appears to be many people are trying to find out there whom this cosplayer is from any Oh No! Manga Cosplay Camping 2012. I ponder if anyone ever in your life were able to understand? Really bad I had been nonetheless oftentimes our camera’s accurate surroundings or otherwise I would have in all probability managed to try a much better snapshot!



Erza Scarlet

Get Backers: Fuchoin Kazuki

Recently one of the Some Kings on the Volts, Kazuki is the previous expert with the Fuuchouin Carefully thread Martial arts, any struggling with design and style that takes advantage of koto strings handled through shake in her fingertips. The actual strings could split way up good planet, bone tissues, skin tone, muscle mass, and even metal. Kazuki can also utilize the guitar strings to listen within for faraway discussions.In line with his / her Heal Shape, Kenn is actually a man cosplayer out of China and taiwan. I actually thought he / she was a girl to start with for the reason that he’s so… pretty. Kazuki is going to be excellent persona pertaining to your ex so that you can cosplay. On account of Ohime (Kenn’s primary supporter) intended for giving this throughout!



Fuchoin Kazuki

Friday, August 31, 2012

Seikon no Qwaser: Alexander "Sasha" Nikolaevich Hell and Ekaterina "Katja" Kurae

As a result of the girl's doll-like features and also childish conduct, Ekaterina Kurae incorporates a strong subsequent on the college student system regarding Saint. Mihailov Simple College which is entitled their queen. It is actually perhaps for that reason beyond this concept this lady has experimented with subjugate the girl comrade-in-arms, Sasha, whom she'd pretty much beaten if your a pair of Qwasers primary attained.Ekaterina is frequently hinted to get profound cable connections with the late Tsar Nicholas Two of Paris with his fantastic family members, the final monarch associated with Italy.Wonderful cosplay bu Japoneses cosplayers, Kara and Hizuki Yuuki! Nonetheless must state that the place along with photography is evenly extraordinary because cosplayers by themselves. Many thanks to be able to Anthony regarding submitting this kind of with!



Nikolaevich Hell and Ekaterina

Friday, August 24, 2012

Final Fantasy VII: Tifa Lockhart

Inside a flashback presenting that events ahead of video game, Tifa and then Fog found thought they would stick to a road to a fabulous mountain peak next to him / her local, Nilbelheim whenever they remained young children. While they both reckoned it is a playful journey during the time, items didn’t design so well when each of them had become injured. Tifa found myself in the coma to obtain a weekend in addition to the mother assigned Fog damage.That’s style of heartbroken. My partner and i didn’t truly participate in it so that i didn’t know on the list of such a unfortunate past collectively.At any rate! You possibly can probably figure out this valuable cosplayer! She’s Rachel, who has been entailed about a thirty days prior for my child cosplay involving Rinoa Heartily from Country Love 3! Many thanks designed for permitting me and my friends to share this specific so we definitely anticipate even more cosplays within you!



Tifa Lockhart

Devil May Cry / Black★Rock Shooter: Dante and Black Rock Shooter

At this moment here’s a tome crossover most people don’t see everyday.Cosplay few Dante from Devil Might possibly Meow and also Dark colored Rock Shooting ended up found last Otakuthon Next year along the Palais des congrès dom Montréal ( blank ) Montreal Exhibition Target (I say pair therefore additional pic but perfect all of us should I’m drastically wrong).Somebody regarding mine, Satty, ended up being among the list of audience within the meeting, and that he acquired quite a number of photographs. You might need to visit his particular Otakuthon record should among the list of cosplayers on the fool.It again appeared to be a pretty large meeting. If only I seemed to be currently there very.


Dante and Black Rock Shooter

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

DC Comics: Justice League

A fictional super hero group, the Justice League originally experienced Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Flash (Todd Allen), Efficient Lantern (Hal The nike air jordan), Aquaman, as well as the Martian Manhunter in their team roster over the 1950's. Businesses, a few more super heroes experience become a member of their stands incorporating Environmentally friendly Arrow, Leader Wonder, African american Canary, all of the Atom, Hawkman, Spear like Mankind, Crimson Storm, Firestorm, Zatanna, other sorts of Efficient Lamps, and there are others.This is fantastic. Besides, actually Starro is normally impressive. And with those people requesting, Wonder Woman is usually cosplayed through Margie Cox, for that reason satisfy pay a visit to the girl's Facebook and determine the very first picture there. I don't know the cosplayers, nevertheless thumbs as much Class Moss in BodhiTree Digital photography on your excellent golf shot!



Justice League

Thursday, August 9, 2012

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII: Zack Fair

Zack Fair has been a late part of the paramilitary organization SOLDIER, typically the military side of the mega-corporation Shinra. All through the events of which occurred in Catastrophe Core, your dog was exposed to have been recently Aerith Gainsborough’s first man, as well as a associate of Foriegn Strife’s. Zack ultimately past away protecting Cloud from Shinra's military services after they had escaped provided by imprisonment together with being the topics of bad genes experimentation.One more amazing cosplayer in the Oh No! Manga Cosplay Camp out 2012! I seemed to be pleasantly surprised to witness a lot of man cosplayers at the affair and they are very “in character” too!Photography with me, and whenever you happen to discover who he can be, feel free to figure out so that I often tag in addition to credit your ex boyfriend properly!




Zack Fair cosplay

Marvel: Spiderman

An orphan currently in New York City in reference to his Aunt Can and Older brother Ben, Cindy Parker was attacked bitten from a radioactive spider from a science display when he was just in graduation. He then received “the agility and proportionate muscular strength of an arachnid”, presenting him very strength and the ability to consider walls plus ceilings. As a result of his love pertaining to science in addition to ingenuity, he / she developed a tool that for example him flare adhesive webbing with small, wrist-mounted boxes.Alright, we are all aware who this kind of web-slinger is, nonetheless you probably haven’t heard that these a couple of heroes basically your common, everyday windowpane washers who seem to decided to don their hero costumes once then went to work cleaning windows at a children’s medical facility in The united kingdom. Now if that’s certainly not cosplaying for a produce, I don’t comprehend what is. Thumbs your job guys!




Spiderman

Sailor Moon S: Sailor Uranus

A yellow and shielding individual, Tenoh Haruka is actually described that they are strong-willed, capable, alluring, and occasionally still doting. Although merely 16-years-old, she is some racecar driver who may be extremely flirty and would rather tease rather girls. The timing from Haruka’s birthday in the Japanese education year shows that she is one particular grade killing the other Mom or dad Senshi.Wow, your lady definitely feels like Sailor Uranus it doesn't matter what many times Simply put i look at this image. Thanks to Danica intended for sending this valuable in!




Sailor Uranus Cosplay