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The Terminator Comic Features Special Variant
by Master of Metallics Bob Layton | 
October 15, Mt. Laurel, NJ: Dynamite's brand new era of shiny and deadly The Terminator comics unleashed its debut on fans and now its success is being celebrated with a special release featuring art from one of the industry's greats!
The Terminator #1 by writer Declan Shalvey (ThunderCats, Alien) released everywhere fine comics are sold on Wednesday October 9. The series opens a new expanding web of stories depicting Skynet unleashing a wave of Terminators against resistance fighters, their ancestors and allies, across the globe and the timestream. It's been met with great acclaim so far from both fans and critics, and support from retailers.
"Dives into some wonderful character development, giving us a reason to care for the characters in each panel and the threat being brought to their front door ... The visuals are dynamic and echo the cinematic feel of the original films while capturing uniquely comic moments too." - Capes & Tights
Excitement around the return of the franchise to comics, a successful six-figures BackerKit campaign for archival reprints, the top tier creative team, and all the great coverage from press and influencers helped The Terminator #1 blast past 61,000 copies sold.
 An upcoming piece for a "Final Order Cutoff" exclusive variant cover of The Terminator #2 features artwork by comics titan Bob Layton. His legacy makes him the perfect fit for The Terminator, with the stunning cover showcasing the iconic killing machine in all its shiny glory!
Getting his start as the apprentice of innovator and master Wally Wood, Layton quickly rose the ranks to become a signature inker of the 1970s and beyond, often contributing pencils and writing as well. His work on Iron Man is perhaps his most signature, across multiple celebrated tenures and returns. His artwork is instantly recognizable in depicting the armor-encased hero, and similar creations like Metallix.
The Terminator #2 turns its spotlight to the setting of Saigon in 1975, as an unexpected formidable enemy force sets its sights on soldiers. The war is winding down and the American forces are retreating. One unlucky G.I. is enjoying his final leave in the South Vietnamese capital. But everything goes awry when he's urgently recalled to the front. Private Duggan will face off with an enemy that doesn't operate like any Viet Cong or NVA unit he's come across. Rumors quickly spread about this "one-man platoon" impervious to bullets and grenades, undeterred by fear or hesitation — seemingly inhuman.
The Terminator #2 will be in stores November 13, and final preorders from fans are due before September 23! Further details on ordering of this special variant cover will be shared with retailers and readers in the coming days.
Visit www.dynamite.com for more news and information.
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About Dynamite Entertainment
Dynamite was founded in 2004 and is home to several best-selling comic book titles and properties, including The Boys, The Shadow, Red Sonja, Warlord of Mars, Bionic Man, A Game of Thrones, and more. Dynamite owns and controls an extensive library with over 3,000 characters (which includes the Harris Comics and Chaos Comics properties), such as Vampirella, Pantha, Evil Ernie, Smiley the Psychotic Button, Chastity, and Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt. In addition to their critically-acclaimed titles and bestselling comics, Dynamite works with some of the most high-profile creators in comics and entertainment, including Gail Simone, Christopher Priest, Leah Moore, Kevin Smith, David Walker, Vita Ayala, Danny Lore, Neil Gaiman, Garth Ennis, Darick Robertson, Mark Russell, Brandon Thomas, Amy Chu, Reginald Hudlin, Nancy Collins, David Walker, Steve Orlando, Greg Pak, Jenny Frison, Matt Wagner, and a host of up-and-coming new talent. Dynamite is consistently ranked in the upper tiers of comic book publishers and several of their titles - including Alex Ross and Jim Krueger's Project Superpowers - have debuted in the Top Ten lists produced by Diamond Comics Distributors. In 2005, Diamond awarded the company a GEM award for Best New Publisher and another GEM in 2006 for Comics Publisher of the Year (under 5%) and again in 2011. The company has also been nominated for and won several industry awards, including the prestigious Harvey and Eisner Awards.
About STUDIOCANAL (a CANAL+ Company)
STUDIOCANAL, a 100% affiliate of CANAL+ Group held by Vivendi, is Europe’s leader in production, distribution and international sales of feature films and series, operating in all major European markets - France, United Kingdom & Ireland, Germany, Poland, Spain, and Benelux - as well as in Australia, in New Zealand and in the United States. It finances, produces, and distributes 80 films per year. It owns the largest catalogue in Europe and one of the most prestigious in the world, boasting around 9 000 titles from 60 countries, spanning 100 years of film history. Close to 25 million euros has been invested into the 4K restoration of nearly 1 000 classic feature films over the past 5 years. In addition, STUDIOCANAL also produces almost 20 series each year and operates at an international level by globally distributing its scripted productions and CANAL+ Originals (2,000 hours of current and library content in distribution). All productions take place directly through STUDIOCANAL entities or with its award-winning network of 14 production companies in Europe and in the United States: BAMBU PRODUCCIONES (SP), BIRDIE PICTURES (UK), DINGIE (BE), LAILAPS FILMS (GER), OPUS TV (POL), RED PRODUCTION COMPANY (UK), SAM PRODUCTIONS (DEN), STRONG FILM & TELEVISION (UK), STUDIOCANAL ORIGINAL (FR), STUDIOCANAL SERIES (GER), SUNNY MARCH TV (UK), THE PICTURE COMPANY (US), URBAN MYTH FILMS (UK), 2E BUREAU (FR).
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About Creative Licensing
Located in Los Angeles CA, Creative Licensing is a full-service independent merchandise licensing agency that specializes in long-term brand development. Founded in 1982, Creative Licensing currently represents a large catalogue of classic films and properties, including STUDIOCANAL for this project. For more information on licensing opportunities, please visit www.creativelicensingcorporation.com |
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