Jim Zub's Blog, page 135
July 18, 2014
Jim Zub at San Diego Comic-Con!
Hard to believe, but it’s my 13th year at Comic-Con International: San Diego. It’s become a milestone along this creative journey and, as much as it can be stressful and difficult at times, I do enjoy it.
When I’m not running around for panels, signings, or meetings I’ll be at ARTIST ALLEY TABLE GG-06 with Edwin Huang. We’ll have Skullkickers trades, variants, and a limited number of Wayward pre-release postcard sets for sale. Come by and see us!
I’m still waiting to confirm a few other events, but here’s my current appearance schedule for the show. At different times I’ll be at the Image, IDW, or Dark Horse booths:
THURSDAY JULY 24th
10:00am-11:00am Breaking Into Comics The Marvel Way – ROOM 7AB
01:00pm-01:45pm Marvel Signing – BOOTH 2329
02:00pm-03:00pm IDW Signing – BOOTH 2643
05:30pm-06:30pm Dark Horse Signing – BOOTH 2615
FRIDAY JULY 25th
10:00am-11:00am IDW Signing – BOOTH 2643
01:30pm-02:30pm IDW & Hasbro: Transformers, Ponies, and More! – ROOM 8
03:00pm-04:00pm Image Signing (BOOTH 2729)
SATURDAY JULY 26th
10:00am-11:00am Writers Unite: Writing and Pitching Comic Stories – ROOM 25ABC
05:30pm-6:30pm Uniting the Worldwide Makecomics Community – ROOM 8
SUNDAY JULY 27th
10:00am-11:00am IDW: Kids Comics! – ROOM 4
02:00pm-03:00pm Image Signing – BOOTH 2729
Fanboys Anonymous Interview About D&D
I chatted with Sarrah October Young about working on the new Dungeons & Dragons: Legends of Baldur’s Gate comic series. Info on how the project came to be, what it’s like working with fan favorite characters, and more.
July 16, 2014
Skullkickers Nominated for the 2014 Harvey Awards
For the second year in a row Skullkickers has been nominated in the ‘Special Award for Humor‘ category of the Harvey Awards! It’s a real honor. Thank you.
If you work in comics and want to vote for us in the final ballot, all of us on the team would deeply appreciate it.
I’m Writing Dungeons & Dragons: Legends of Baldur’s Gate!
So happy to finally announce this:
I’m writing a new comic series called Dungeons & Dragons: Legends of Baldur’s Gate that launches in October and includes fan favorite characters Minsc and Boo from the Baldur’s Gate video game series!
Pop culture site ICV2 broke the news yesterday and has an exclusive interview with me all about it as well as some general information and cover art.
Anyone who knows my work knows how big a role tabletop RPGs in general, and D&D specifically, played in my development as a storyteller. To be able to contribute a new Dungeons & Dragons story on the 40th anniversary of the game while a new edition launches, it’s an incredible honor. Special thanks to Ted Adams, John Barber, Mike Mearls, Greg Bilsland, and Hilary Ross for their help in making this project a reality.
Obviously I’ll post more info as it comes available. In the meantime, please help spread the word to your gaming friends near and far. D&D: Legends of Baldur’s Gate arrives in October but it’s available for pre-order now from your local comic shop.
Here’s the official Press Release:
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JIM ZUB GOES FOR THE EYES WITH DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
ON A BRAND NEW JOURNEY THIS FALL!
Dungeons & Dragons takes adventuring to the next level this year with a brand new comic from IDW Publishing, Legends of Baldur’s Gate. The series—which ties in to Wizards of the Coast’s massive Tyranny of Dragons event—comes smashing into stores this fall with a tried-and-true team of questers.
With a battle-proven track record on series like Skullkickers and IDW’s own Samurai Jack, Jim Zub leads this all-new comic series into battle with variant cover and interior artist Max Dunbar (Red Sonja: Atlantis Rises) and breakout The Transformers: Windblade artist Sarah Stone who provides the standard-order covers for the series.
“I didn’t know it at the time, but playing Dungeons & Dragons as a kid was the foundation of my creative career,” said Zub. “It ignited a desire in me to build memorable characters and weave entertaining tales of high adventure. Getting a chance to tell new Forgotten Realms stories as part of the D&D 40th anniversary is an absolute dream come true.”
The legends of the past still resonate with the modern heroes of Baldur’s Gate, and when a new threat rises, an unlikely trio takes upon themselves the mantle of heroes! Launching alongside Wizards of the Coast’s next edition of the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop RPG, the new series will feature both familiar and new characters—including the return of the fan-favorite ranger, Minsc—and his hamster, Boo!
“We wanted to tell the Tyranny of Dragons story in lots of ways, and Jim Zub and IDW have done a great job bringing our story to life for comics fans. They’ve brought fan favorites Minsc and Boo back into action, and this story is a great way to help us celebrate an amazing year for Dungeons & Dragons,” said Nathan Stewart, Brand Director at Wizards of the Coast.
Legends of Baldur’s Gate sets off for adventure this October with a Tyranny of Dragons story—don’t miss out on the most epic quest of the year!
July 15, 2014
Wayward #3 Solicitation
Arriving at the end of October, just in time for Halloween.
WAYWARD #3
story: JIM ZUB
art: STEVE CUMMINGS & JOHN RAUCH
cover A: STEVE CUMMINGS & ROSS A. CAMPBELL
cover B: JORGE MOLINA
OCTOBER 29 / 32 PAGES / FC / M / $3.50
IMAGE COMICS’ NEW SUPERNATURAL SENSATION!
More students with strange abilities, more creatures emerging from the shadows…Rori can see patterns pulling it all together, but can she discover the secret beneath before it’s too late?
Skullkickers Vol. 5: A Dozen Cousins and a Crumpled Crown
Arriving October 1st, so pre-order now!
SKULLKICKERS, VOL. 5: A DOZEN COUSINS AND A CRUMPLED CROWN TP
story: JIM ZUB
art / cover: EDWIN & HUANG & MISTY COATS
OCTOBER 1 / 144 PAGES / FC / T / $16.99
In this volume: The dwarf has been forcibly returned to his homeland and the deranged diminutive denizens of Dwayre will make sure it’s a homecoming like no other. Get ready for compressed calamity, small skirmishes, truncated troubles, and pint-sized pugilism along with the history of dwarves (y’know, the “short” version).
Collects SKULLKICKERS #24-29
Skullkickers Vol. 5
A Dozen Cousins and a Crumpled Crown
(issues #24-29)
The dwarf has been forcibly returned to his homeland and the deranged, diminutive denizens of Dwayre will make sure it’s a homecoming like no other. Get ready for compressed calamity, small skirmishes, truncated troubles, and pint-sized pugilism along with the history of dwarves (y’ know, the ‘short’ version).
PRE-ORDER!
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July 14, 2014
Comics Survival Kit
Gail Simone, award-winning comic writer and long time friend/supporter of my work, has put together a new Tumblr called the Comics Survival Kit filled to the brim with resources for aspiring comic creators.
Compiling articles and information from artists, writers, and editors across the industry, it’s a great resource and quite interesting even if you’re not looking to make your own comic stories. Check it out!
July 13, 2014
Mighty Marvel Geeks Interview
Mike Ehmcke from the Mighty Marvel Geeks podcast interviewed me about working for Marvel, writing, Figment, and more. Click on through to give it a listen.
July 11, 2014
Theme Park Tourist Interview
I spoke to Matt O’Keefe from Theme Park Tourist all about bringing Figment and Dreamfinder to the printed page. Read on and find out how the project happened.
Woman Write About Comics Writes About Wayward
Lela Gwenn wrote a fun little article called “Why I’m Excited About Wayward” that went up on Women Write About Comics.
Read and enjoy!
