Newsarama interviews new “Hercules” artist Clayton Henry

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Newsarama has interviewed Clayton Henry, the artist who will tackle “Incredible Hercules” starting with issue #121. Click here to read the interview and peek at the preview art.
“Incredible Hercules” is written by Greg Pak and Fred Van Lente. The new story arc beginning with issue #121 features Hercules, Amadeus Cho, Namora, and AMAZONS! Here’s the solicit text from Marvel.com:

The Greek Goliath is looking for some R&R after the events of “Sacred Invasion,” and hopes to find it in the arms of ex-Renegade NAMORA. But there’s no rest for warriors when the AMAZONS declare war on Atlantis! And these ain’t your mama’s Amazons– is that why Amadeus Cho sides with them instead of Herc? Plus: ARES returns!

2008.07.30 – “Skaar: Son of Hulk” #2

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“Skaar: Son of Hulk” #2 hit comic book stores yesterday, and Wizard has a review. Here’s an excerpt:

More stabby, bloody goodness. Skaar continues his badass rampage in the second installment of the ‘Planet Hulk’ spin-off series. It’s a quick, fun little read filled with awesome art from cover to cover.

Click here to read the whole review.
“Skaar: Son of Hulk” #2 was written by Greg Pak with art by Ron Garney and Butch Guice.

Wizard and IGN interview Greg Pak about “War Machine”

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WizardUniverse.com and IGN.com have interviewed writer Greg Pak about his upcoming “War Machine” comic book series for Marvel.
From the IGN interview:

IGN Comics: The previous War Machine MAX series seemed to be a critical hit, but failed to really find an audience. What steps are you taking this time around to hopefully change all that?
Greg Pak: In terms of mainstream awareness, we’re lucky to be coming on the heels of the amazingly and deservedly successful Iron Man movie, which featured a standout performance by Terrence Howard as James Rhodes. And longtime Marvel fans may take special interest since our story takes place right in the middle of the Marvel Universe — and eventually we’ll reveal a villain who’s as big as any alive. But most importantly, we have a pretty shocking take on the character that’s entirely consistent with his roots and history while launching him into explosive new stories that are different from just about anything else in super-hero comics right now. Jim Rhodes may just blow a few minds here. Literally.

From the Wizard interview:

What can you say about the artist, Leonardo Manco? What does he bring to the title and the character?
PAK: Leonardo has a great feel for dark realism and an almost eerie ability to merge tech with humanity. He’s perfect for this series.

Pak and Rosemann talk “War Machine”

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Newsarama and Comic Book Resources have posted new interviews with writer Greg Pak and editor Bill Rosemann about the new “War Machine” comic book series, which debuts in December with pencils by Leonardo Manco.
From the CBR article:

“Remember that awesome scene in the Iron Man movie where Tony rocketed to that small village and took out all the thugs that were threatening the innocent families? That’s the tone we’re aiming for,” Rosemann said. “It’s like when you’re watching the evening news and see a story about Darfur or Chechnya or Myanmar and you want to reach through your TV screen and smack some dictator upside the head. ‘Why isn’t anyone doing something about this?’ you ask. Well, War Machine is! (If only he existed in our world.)”
Pak had always been a fan of James Rhodes, so when Rosemann offered him the new ongoing “War Machine” series the writer eagerly accepted. “This new hook fits right in with his past history while taking him to the next level,” the writer remarked. “I couldn’t stop thinking about it from the minute I heard Bill’s pitch.”

From the Newsarama article:

With the first issue not set to debut until December, the team is loathe to discuss what’s coming up in specifics, but hey, this is comics, and the tease is this industry’s bread and butter. So what will people going to be saying after reading the first issue?
Rosemann: “Hopefully you’ll be talking about how much Greg and Leonardo ‘get’ James Rhodes as a character – and how crazy the twists and turns his life is once again taking. It’s time to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Rhodey’s first appearance…with a big blow-out!”
Pak: “Holy Hannah… I can’t believe they actually let them do that!”

Marvel announces “War Machine” ongoing written by Greg Pak

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During yesterday’s Mondo Marvel panel at the San Diego Comic-Con, Marvel announced that writer Greg Pak will be penning a new series launching in December that stars Jim Rhodes, aka War Machine, the character played by Terrence Howard in the recent “Iron Man” movie. The book will be penciled by Leonardo Manco and edited by Bill Rosemann.
Marvel.com has posted an interview with Pak about the new series. Here’s an excerpt:

“I was hooked by Jim Rhodes the first time I ever saw him in the funny books,” the writer confesses. “He wasn’t ever just the other guy in the Iron Man armor; he brought a brand new perspective as a kid who grew up fighting bullies in South Philly and developed a whole new angle on the use of force through his military training.
“For better or for worse, War Machine will go places few other Marvel heroes dare,” Pak adds. “And that makes for explosive, high stakes stories that we’re champing at the bit to tell.”

Click here to read the whole thing.