Man-Thing Vol. 4 #1 () Written by Hans Rodionoff Penciled by Kyle Hotz Cover by Kyle Hotz Whatever Knows Fear pt1 What evil lurks in the brackish waters of the swamp? This series, a prequal to to the Man-Thing movie, has a look.
An insurance investigator comes to look into some damage to a swamp construction site.
It's the return of one of Marvel's all-time favorite horror characters: Man-Thing! Just in time for the upcoming theatrical film release by Lion's Gate Films, this three-issue movie "prequel" is written by Hans Rodionoff, screenwriter for the Man-Thing film, and drawn by "master of the macabre" Kyle Hotz (The Hood). Set in the Bywater Swamp from the Man-Thing film, this self-contained story will enhance the movie-going experience with BRAND-NEW content we found lurking in the shadows of the bayou! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR $2.99 UPC: 5960605549-00111 An insurance investigator comes to look into some damage to a swamp construction site. Said damage looks like the swamp has attacked the site, more in keeping with the powers of DC's Swamp-Thing than anything Man-Thing has ever exhibited. Great spooky artwork and fans of the X-Files should enjoy the plot so far, but fans of the Man-Thing of old (I know there are a couple of us) might be left unsatisfied. Sales Figures: Rank=87, Index=37.21 Est.Qty 25,685 (Source IcV2.com) Rodionoff talked to Fangoria and Comicbookresources about his work on the film and related comic.
'The Man-Thing' limited series is meant to co-exist with the Ultimate universe, but also seeks to build a new universe with Man-Thing as the nucleus. What I'd love to see happen is the creation of a horror universe that is barren of costumed heroes. In other words, Captain America wouldn't ever make a guest appearance in 'Man-Thing.' The Man-Thing series is not really an origin story, but it's as close to an origin as the mythology will allow. I hate to be so guarded about it, but again, I don't want to ruin it for anyone by giving away too much. There are moments in the prequel series that I wanted to have in the film, but they were impossible from a budgetary standpoint. If the series does well, I think it's possible that there will be further journeys into the swamp and hopefully beyond.
Man-Thing Vol. 4 #2 () Written by Hans Rodionoff Pencils & Cover by Kyle Hotz Whatever Knows Fear pt2 Sinister events continue to mount in the creepy town of Bywater. Ted Sallis's back-story is updated, and Man-Thing makes an effective entrance.. Sinister events continue to mount in the creepy town of Bywater, Louisiana, where an outsider has arrived to uncover the horrifying truth of what lurks in the swamp. Featuring all-new, original content and set in the world of the film. 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR $2.99 UPC: 5960605549-00211 Sales Figures: Rank=115, Index=26.55 Est.Qty 19,192 (Source IcV2.com)
Man-Thing Vol. 4 #3 () Written by Hans Rodionoff Cover & Pencils by Kyle Hotz Whatever Knows Fear pt3 The investigator thinks he knows what is going on, but will anyone believe him? The Man-Thing movie prequel concludes with a horrific showdown with Man-Thing as you've never seen it before! Check out an incarnation of Man-Thing too wild to make it into the film! The wrath of nature explodes in Bywater, Louisiana...will the mysterious newcomer make it out alive? Featuring all-new, original content and set in the world of the film, penned by the team of macabre master Kyle Hotz & Man-Thing screenwriter Hans Rodionoff. 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR+ $2.99 UPC: 5960605549-00311 Sales Figures: Rank=144, Index=23.27 Est.Qty 16,577 (Source IcV2.com)
Man-Thing: Whatever Knows Fear Trade Paper Back () Collects Man Thing Vol. 3, #1-3 plus Savage tales#1, the creature's first appearance, and Adventure into Fear #16, the story that inspired the movie! From the screenwriter of the MAN-THING movie comes this prequel exploring the disappearance of the local sheriff in a backwater bayou town plagued by mysterious and horrific events. Featuring some of the cast from the film, as well as a new character-an unflappable insurance-claims adjuster named Nathan Mehr-this story further explores the mythology and backstory introduced in the movie, ending where the big-screen adventure begins. Issue one broke into the top 100 sales for the month, so Marvel perhaps saw some big interest in the character coming out of the movie, but with the change in plans for the film's release, the collection took a while to hit the shelves. It was nice to see the first appearance and Steve Gerber's Cry of the Native! story on the shelves for new readers.
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