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Happy Halloween from KC Carlson
A KC COLUMN by KC Carlson
Hey, it’s Halloween today! Boo!
Comic books as well as Halloween have a special linked history going back to the 1960s as well as Rutland, Vermont. because of the efforts of Rutland’s Tom Fagan (a comic book fan), the annual Rutland Halloween Parade has had, since 1960, strong superhero themes, which led to comic book experts likewise getting included with the parade. a few of these comics pros included Marv Wolfman, Len Wein, Gerry Conway, Roy Thomas, Steve Engleheart, Wendy as well as Richard Pini, Bernie Wrightson, Dave Cockrum, Alan Weiss, as well as Dennis O’Neil.
The very first appearance of the Rutland Halloween Parade in comics from Avengers #83
Many of these creators (and more) ended up going back to their studios after Halloween as well as produced actual comic book stories about the parade, which were cleverly disguised as actual comic book stories starring Batman, physician Strange, as well as others. I always believed that this would produce a excellent trade paperback collection or two — however it would a significant headache to figure out rights between the companies.
Many people (both expert as well as normal) went to the parade in superhero costume, so it was never a shock to see Captain America, Black Panther, Scarlet Witch as well as the Vision, Black Widow, the Wasp, or even Batman!
Tom Fagan (who just occurred to have a 24-room mansion near Rutland) utilized to open his home to the comic book guests — as well as there must have been some extremely fascinating celebrations there! Fagan was active in the parade up until the mid 2000s as well as was likewise a guest in 2006 as well as 2007.
Sadly, Tom Fagan passed away in 2008, just a number of days timid of the annual Parade. however the parade has brought on, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2009. This year, the parade took location last Saturday (October 27, 2018), as well as I hope everybody had a terrific time!
THERE’S AT least ONE HALLOWEEN book THIS WEEK!
Avengers Halloween Special
The Avengers Halloween special is on sale today! It’s offering up spooky stories about Iron Man, Captain America, Daredevil, the Punisher, as well as the X-Men. Also, Jay Baruchel (The Goon, This is the End), will be making his marvel Comics composing debut. Writers Gerry Duggan (Despicable Deadpool, Infinity Wars) as well as Jen as well as Sylvia Soska (American Mary, See No Evil 2), will likewise be contributing to stories. And, geez, it’s got a spooky cover by Geoff Shaw!
BATMAN trick FILES
Batman trick Files
I’m always happy to see the DC trick data idea returning for more updates as well as new info to add to the legend. The original trick data idea (a new retelling of the trick origin of the character, integrated with fact-filled Who’s Who-type information) is something that I came up with method back in the 1990s, during one of my several stints at DC (in between Westfield tenures). It definitely doesn’t hurt that this new Batman trick data origin story is by Tom King as well as Mikel Janin. Plus, a spotlight on Scarecrow’s toxins as well as an unforgettable team-up of the Dark Knight Detective with Detective Chimp by Tom Taylor as well as Brad Walker.
DC/HANNA BARBERA CROSSOVERS (SKIP WEEK FAVORITES!)
Out today are more DC/Hanna Barbera character crossovers to assist fill in that fifth Wednesday of the month.
Deathstroke/Yogi Bear special #1
Deathstroke/Yogi Bear special #1 — Something strange is happening to the animals of Jellystone; they’re ending up being evil! Yogi decides it’s time to phone call in assist — Slade Wilson, a.k.a. Deathstroke — to get to the bottom of this! (This seems gross! however then, Deathstroke brings specific expectations. What an strange team-up.)
Green Lantern/Huckleberry Hound special #1
Green Lantern/Huckleberry Hound special #1 — In the 1970s (really?), Huckleberry’s comments against the Vietnam war have left him a star outcast, as well as a see back house to Mississippi puts him face-to-face with the Civil Rights movement. Meanwhile, Vietnam vet John Stewart has just recently ended up being a eco-friendly lantern as well as has to choose exactly how he can serve. (A story for all ages!)
Nightwing/Magilla Gorilla special #1
Nightwing/Magilla Gorilla special #1 — A famous Hollywood agent is completely murdered as well as evidence seems to point at Oscar-winning actor Magilla Gorilla. Dick Grayson is likewise in town, investigating. (I sense a style here. animation characters not for kids!)
Superman/Top feline special #1
Superman/Top feline special #1 — Bennie the sphere is missing, as well as TC finds a dietary risk that threatens both humanity as well as catkind! Somehow, Superman gets involved. (Does Bendis understand about this?)
All of the above problems function a new as well as differentchapter of a four-part trick Squirrel story, written by J.M. DeMatteis, who obviously speaks HB among his many other super-secret talents!
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KC CARLSON: going on Week three of Cold/Flu… Why can’t I discover a great comic book physician around here!!!
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