Proof Q&A Thread...with Alex Grecian

[Kelly Tindall]

http://www.alexandergrecian.com/ProofTrade02Cover.jpg

New trade cover! Everybody go buy one! (When it comes out.)

[michaeljsmith]

That is a beautiful cover. Alex and Riley continue to outdue themselves time and time again.

I collect the singles and will still be getting this trade. Love me some Proof.

[mgs]

Naw, I get Posh and Sporty. You can have the other three. See, that was easy. :biggrin:

-Alex

I'll take scary!! :D

[michaeljsmith]

I'll take scary!! :D

I have since sent Alex a pic of Scary, he realizes the error in his decision :)

[mgs]

I have sense sent Alex a pic of Scary, he realizes the error in his decision :)

nice! ;)

tenten

[michaeljsmith]

Since Kelly did such an amazing job of showing us that cover for Proof: Volume 2, The Company of Men, I though I would throw out there a few of the upcoming covers to get everyone excited as well....


http://heavyink.com/images/covers/AUG08/MAUG082262.JPG http://heavyink.com/images/covers/SEP08/MSEP082255.JPG http://heavyink.com/images/covers/OCT08/MOCT082297.JPG

[Schmakt]

fk me... 15 looks awesome... nice colors!!!

[michaeljsmith]

fk me... 15 looks awesome... nice colors!!!

While that is the best offer I have received in a long time I will pass. I will however agree how sweet the covers look.

:)

[Alex Grecian]

thefourthman wrote:
An idea I had on the newsarama thread... might have merit. might make Riley go bald, but I've come up with a great way to get more readers for Proof!

Okay, everyone wants to be in comic , right?

And every writer needs yellow- or red-shirted ensigns, right?

Everyone who pimps the book hardcore gets to get a cameo in the book where they just get eaten by whatever cryptid is lurking in that particular story. Genuis, right? We get aproximately 10 seconds of fame, and everyone wants to be in the book so readership goes up and then it is the number one book in comics and Brikhed and I get marketing jobs at Image... it is can't miss.

I have a notion based on Lee's idea...

Anyone who comes up with a fun new way to get Proof noticed (or uses conventional methods, but goes nuts with it), will be automatically entered in a contest. The winner or winners will get to be a Victorian-era circus freak (or circus employee) in our next arc, "Julia."

You won't necessarily be killed, but you will become the property of Riley and me (Or, rather, the character based on you will). Riley and I are the sole judges of the contest. Nobody should be obnoxious or make people hate Proof by pimping it in inappropriate places or badgering folks who simply aren't interested in Proof. You may use passages from the series and any art you'd like to, within reasonable limits (in other words, don't post entire issues for free anywhere).

If there are two winners, they'll be conjoined twins. :biggrin:

-Alex

[mgs]

Since Kelly did such an amazing job of showing us that cover for Proof: Volume 2, The Company of Men, I though I would throw out there a few of the upcoming covers to get everyone excited as well....
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the variety is very cool. but there's a lot going on in those covers. I really liked the latest issue for it's simplicity, involvement in the story and 'clean' look. :)

[michaeljsmith]

I like that the book offers both. The cover to #14 reminds me of a horror movie and the cover to #15 demonstrates chaos. Issue #12 was a great cover, and the rumor is that they were going to pull that cover and replace it with the one shown on the back of issue #11 but switched back to the original (I believe this is true and I am not making it up).

[riley rossmo]

Don't worry mgs I love minimalist covers, It'll always rotate, I really love the 100 bullets covers, and the filth, so look forward to hi concept covers, in the future,

I think theres and ink monkey one coming up thats pretty graphic and direct.

[michaeljsmith]

Don't worry mgs I love minimalist covers, It'll always rotate, I really love the 100 bullets covers, and the filth, so look forward to hi concept covers, in the future,

I think theres and ink monkey one coming up thats pretty graphic and direct.

I can't wait until you guys release the hardback issue of just Proof Covers.

:)

[mgs]

Don't worry mgs I love minimalist covers, It'll always rotate, I really love the 100 bullets covers, and the filth, so look forward to hi concept covers, in the future,

I think theres and ink monkey one coming up thats pretty graphic and direct.

Cool Riley. :)

I think your art rocks!

[michaeljsmith]

Found another great little spot full of hidden gems about my favorite comic book. Check out http://proofcomic.blogspot.com

It is cool to see all of the amazing covers that Riley has done to this point, and the few that have been changed after solicitations. I think he might suffer from ADD :rolleyes:

[kcviking]

Hey Brik...thanks for the link! So you've only got two weeks left? It has been a pleasure,sir. I'll make sure to toast a wing in your honor!:smile:

[michaeljsmith]

Hey Brik...thanks for the link! So you've only got two weeks left? It has been a pleasure,sir. I'll make sure to toast a wing in your honor!:smile:

That is the rumor. I know a lot of people who want me dead so this issue should sellout in about 2 minutes :tongue:

[Schmakt]

Proof schwag!
ok, guys... It's been like Christmas here lately thanks to Alex and Riley... therefore (and in anticipation of the upcoming Halloween issue!!!), I just have to share. (i.e. brag ;)) Riley did an awesome commission for me, and I got the pencils for the pinup to #11 at the same time. I mailed him copies of #'s 1 and 11 for some sigs, which he returned remarked and with another crazy cool drawing that it is just impossible to resist coloring in with little markers...

When Alex offered the Sketchbook, I took him up on it and also sent those copies of 1 and 11 over for the double sig. Got all of those back along with the excellent mini-comics Snowfall, The Impossible Snowman, and Little Remains. (I think Snowfall is my favorite)

ah... and an excellent sketch in the front cover of the sketchbook!

Hope you all enjoy :) :)

Thanks Alex & Riley!

(I hope this HTML thing works on this board... redoing this in UBB is going to suck...)

EDIT: ok... it didn't... suck... trying to fix it now...

EDIT 2: lost the layout, but this will have to do. :)

Proof 11!

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EDIT 4: Holy crap... limited to 4 images... multiple posts coming.............

[Schmakt]

Alex Grecian mini-Comics!

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[Schmakt]

Proof Sketchbook!

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[Schmakt]

Riley's Artwork!

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[michaeljsmith]

Dude that is freaking amazing work - I am more than jealous right now :tongue: Riley's work is incredible.

[michaeljsmith]

Hope you don't mind Schmakt but a few of your pics are now on Proof's: Sketchbookesque blog All Things Proof (http://proofcomic.blogspot.com)(there really needs to be a better name for that :rolleyes: )

[Schmakt]

absolutely not... that's awesome :)

[Allen Klingelhoets]

I almost forgot I had membership on this board. I like talk here about Proof comic!

[michaeljsmith]

I know a lot of people have wanted to see me die anyway so I figured I would just provide you the chance to see it happen. Proof #13 (from Image Comics) comes out on 10/29/08 and according to co-creator Alex Grecian I am getting a guest part in the comic and I get killed. My funeral will take place in issue #16. Just a bit part (consider me the Ensign Jones from Star Trek that would beam down with the regular team and get killed) but still an honor.

So as you are walking your LCS this week trying to find a book to buy, pickup Proof #13 and flip through to see me kick the can, how often do you get to see somebody you want dead die?

http://www.alexandergrecian.com/ProofCover13.jpg

[Kelly Tindall]

I colored that scene. It's quite gruesome.

[michaeljsmith]

I colored that scene. It's quite gruesome.

See, one more reason for everyone to check out issue #13...Kelly's colors and my death being "gruesome".

If you aren't reading Proof you are missing out.

[kcviking]

So they kill off their number 1 fan and it's gruesome? Oh,lord,Wednesday can't get here fast enough!:evilsmile:

In all honesty,Alex,Riley,Kelley,what a great way to honor your BIGGEST supporter! Extremely classy.Well done:cool:

[michaeljsmith]

Killing me or not Team Proof is a classy bunch. Wednesday issues #13 comes out ON-TIME for the 13th consecutive month. I'm not sure how many other books can claim that. Alex and Riley are committed to getting this book in the hands of their fans (even the fans they kill).

[Alex Grecian]

So they kill off their number 1 fan and it's gruesome? Oh,lord,Wednesday can't get here fast enough!:evilsmile:

In all honesty,Alex,Riley,Kelley,what a great way to honor your BIGGEST supporter! Extremely classy.Well done:cool:

Aw, we love Brikhed. Wait'll you see the wreath we're sending to his fake funeral. :biggrin:

-Alex

[kcviking]

I just re-read my previous post and realized that it may have come off as sarcastic.Was not my intent at all.I really admire what you did for(to)brikhead21.

13 issues on time...here's hoping you can keep that going!

Highly anticipating this Wednesday...

[michaeljsmith]

I just re-read my previous post and realized that it may have come off as sarcastic.Was not my intent at all.I really admire what you did for(to)brikhead21.

13 issues on time...here's hoping you can keep that going!

Highly anticipating this Wednesday...


Did not seem to come across that way to me (I cannot speak for the all mighty and powerful Alex :wink: but I think you are cool :biggrin: )

[kcviking]

Aw, we love Brikhed. Wait'll you see the wreath we're sending to his fake funeral. :biggrin:

-Alex

I'll bet riley made the wreath out of chicken wing bones

BrikHed...tomorrow is being referred as "Brik dies" day at work .Enjoy:biggrin:

[michaeljsmith]

I'll bet riley made the wreath out of chicken wing bones

BrikHed...tomorrow is being referred as "Brik dies" day at work .Enjoy:biggrin:

That is funny. I thought I was a likeable guy but it seems that a lot of people are happy to see me due, Alex could run for President based solely on the platform that "I killed BrikHed" and win (he would also be more qualified than our other choices).

It has been good knowing all of you. Maybe I will be reincarnated as a fairy or something. In case this is the last time I get to post alive - then fairwell. :biggrin:

[Schmakt]

**#13 SPOILERS**

Mi-Chen-Po is Santa?? ;)

And yes. Yes, that was gruesome. And, damn, Savage Dragon ripped in two? Lots of blood. That was FUN! Went by WAAAAYYY too fast, but fun. Thanks, guys! (But there was no ink monkey...)
Your idea of the Wendigo (I'm assuming?) was also very sweet. Way frightening, and Riley's depiction was spot on scary. Some nice books in the library too. :) TWO Dragon books? Moby Dick, the Bible, Seven Sons... I love the details in the splash page. I love looking for little details in pieces like that. Although it looks like there's a sweet little puppy in that jar there. :-/

Screamland was fun too. "I am not sure if he is supposed to be a Magic trading card, or some guy who collects Magic trading cards." Priceless.

I really liked this installment of The Liar too. I have a hard time, generally, with serialized stories and don't have much to say 'til the end, but this was a good grab-you kind of installment. Rock on, Kelly. I hope these Archie Snow adventures show up in the trade all together...

And hot damn, that's my commission on the back cover! That's so cool. :)

Congrats on your first anniversary; keep it coming!

[Alex Grecian]

Double-posted.

[Alex Grecian]

**#13 SPOILERS**

Mi-Chen-Po is Santa?? ;)

:eek:

**#13 SPOILERS**
(But there was no ink monkey...)
Your idea of the Wendigo (I'm assuming?) was also very sweet. Way frightening, and Riley's depiction was spot on scary.

Plenty of ink monkey action coming up. Too much going on in this arc! :evilsmile:

And the two wendigo were in the back-up story, "Lions and Tigers and Bears." They'll probably be back fairly soon. Mi-Chen-Po, though, is one of the many actual Asian names for the Yeti.

Thanks! And thanks for commissioning such a great piece that I wanted to use it to promote the book! :biggrin:

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

I finally got back in town last night too late to get my comics. I feel like this issue brought about more questions then it did answer them, and that is unique four issues into a story arc. I am happy to see Elvis is back in the mix (though I had this strange feeling he is going to die in the near future, we can talk about that another time). I sort of hope that Marc gets eaten by an alligator then again I want to see an entire back-up story of Marc working the singles scene in a bar (think Night at the Roxbury). Proof still being sick is a huge concern and the thunderbirds getting hungry cannot be good for any of us living in Illinois. For some reason when I saw Mi-Chen Po in the Foreshadowing section before I assumed he was going to be Proof's dad or something (maybe still is). Still curious to see how the Savage Dragon plays out in the story arc and his reality of existence.

Lions and Tigers and Bears was a great story and an interesting way to show us more about Dr Bay and how she ended up at The Lodge. I think the art was pretty nice but I did not like the panel where she had no face (personal issue). Great story and the Windigo were creepy enough to give me nightmares.

Screamland's backup story was funny and fun. It was great to see kids dressed up like Dover Demon and Proof walking by in the various scenes. I was a big fan of the mini when it came out (after Greg told me to buy it) and I love seeing more from the team there. I am hoping to see more Screamland in the future.

Congrats to Lee for a very nice quote on the back cover, that was pretty cool to say "hey i know that guy and for once he is right" (you are right lots of time I guess... http://www.imagecomics.com/messageboard/images/smiles/icon_lol.gif )

...as for my death, first thanks guys that was pretty cool. I truly was your Ensign Jones and I couldn't be prouder. My wife knows ZERO about comics and is pretty sure that I waste too much money on them (until I point out our 401K and she realizes we wasted a lot of money there too these days). I showed her the Agent Smith page, the the page with Proof yelling Mike. She said "Whatever". Then I flipped to the page that mentions the family and she just looked at me in disbelief. She accused me of making that page an inserting... I wish I could draw like Riley http://www.imagecomics.com/messageboard/images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif

It was another fabulous issue guys and my only complaint is the wait until next month. Posting from beyond the grave this is Agent Smith, The Lodge (now I need to get a badge). :biggrin:

[kcviking]

TO: AGENT SMITHS FAMILY
c/o The Lodge

First and foremost,my condolences for your loss.If it's any help to you, understand that Agent Smiths first priority in this terrible situation was his fellow agents.A finer agent,and more importantly,a finer man I have ever known! It was an honor and privilege to know him...:smile:

[kcviking]

I'd almost forgotten about Dr.Bay...thanks for the reminder.I think I'll have to investigate Wendigos.The only image I ever had of them was from '70's marvel books(WEN-DI-GO).

Any hints about about Mi-Chen-Pos dogs? I'm probably missing something obvious,aren't i?

Definitely going to look into Screamland now.

Kelly...I'll admit I never paid attention to Archie Snow before.Sorry.The two pages in this issue has caused me to re-think that stupid choice.Please accept my humble apology.:eek:

Once again...GREAT work to all involved!

[riley rossmo]

Teh Archie snow is by far Kelly's best stuff, I'm trying to figure out how to get him to sell or trade me that page i think we've come to an arrangement.....

[michaeljsmith]

I agree that it was Kelly's best Archie Snow to date. It is funny though he told me if I could get Riley to leave him alone I could have that page....odd :)

[Kelly Tindall]

I really liked this installment of The Liar too. I have a hard time, generally, with serialized stories and don't have much to say 'til the end, but this was a good grab-you kind of installment. Rock on, Kelly. I hope these Archie Snow adventures show up in the trade all together...

Thanks for being so patient with me. I know "The Liar" has taken awhile to get moving, but I think the big monster reveal was worth it. I, too, think it's my best work to date. When the story is collected (and it will be, but where we haven't figured out yet) it will flow quite smoothly.

You should see what Riley and I are going to trade for, it'll knock your socks off. Really big things coming in the book, guys.

[michaeljsmith]

I need to get an iPhone. For those of you that have not seen it yet, Proof issues #1 and #2 are now available for iPhone and iTouch.

Check out the full details and the funny change that was made to issue #2 in the below link....

http://proofcomic.blogspot.com/2008/11/iproof-for-your-iphone-and-itouch.html

[mgs]

great issue, as a whole, but I dunno. there's something about the way Riley's art comes across in this one. Not sure who's fault it is, but it's too unfocused, sloppy looking, even if the pencilwork underneath is not. I don't like it. it's too much like the random art of mack or templesmith's art can get. Sry. guys.

[riley rossmo]

Heres a upcoming cover, 13 was my hardest issue yet mgs, 14 way easier its cause I'm superstitious or something.



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[Alex Grecian]

This is the cover for Proof #18. (Jeez, nobody's even seen the terrific cover for #17 yet!) We're finally (Finally!) getting to the long-awaited "Julia" arc. We're gonna see a younger Proof's circus days in 1860's London. We'll see Springheel Jack, a very cool Scotland Yard inspector named Augustus McKraken and an inventor with a fondness for steam-powered automatons.

It's seriously gonna be a complete blast!

Oh, yeah, I've also seen Riley's cover for issue 19 and it kicks serious ass too. He's painting his butt off and I think he's stopped sleeping. Reserve your copies of this baby now!

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

For those of you that want a little more insight into the world of Proof check out the below interview. It appears that Alex is doing a monthy interview called Proof Positive and talks about the book (I cannot wait until we teach Riley some English so he will do a few interviews, he only speaks Canadian you know)

http://www.comicrelated.com/commentary/proofpositive_002.html

[riley rossmo]

Me most talk english, but not USA words, can onlyfer say small things, but sooner I learn more good and can do say better for enough to do interview.

Riley

[michaeljsmith]

PROOF #17
story ALEX GRECIAN
art RILEY ROSSMO & KELLY TINDALL
cover RILEY ROSSMO

"BORDERLANDS"
The Chupacabra's journey from Mexico to Minnesota is finally revealed in a special stand-alone story. Plus, Colonel Dachshund receives a gift from an unexpected visitor.

FEBRUARY 25 - 32 PAGES - FC - $3.50

http://www.comicbookresources.com/images/solicits/imagecomics/200902/proof_cov17.jpg

[DKeener]

Riley makes some of the coolest, and sometimes creepiest covers out there. Look forward to seeing what's coming up every month.

[riley rossmo]

Speeking of Creepy stuff, I'm working on a painting right now, of a zombie sperm whale eating seals, and might follow it up with a rotten zombie shark eating people no not for Proof just a sketch book Idea I really like.

[Greg Anderson]

Speeking of Creepy stuff, I'm working on a painting right now, of a zombie sperm whale eating seals, and might follow it up with a rotten zombie shark eating people no not for Proof just a sketch book Idea I really like.

Riley, why are you so awesome?

And please, post those pics when you're done!

[michaeljsmith]

Speeking of Creepy stuff, I'm working on a painting right now, of a zombie sperm whale eating seals, and might follow it up with a rotten zombie shark eating people no not for Proof just a sketch book Idea I really like.

Nice - feel free to share, love to see your work.

[riley rossmo]

14s out, and my favorite art so far, check it out.

[michaeljsmith]

What a great issue. I was able to pickup my books on the way out of town and actually read Proof as I was driving and sitting in traffic.

Riley the art was clean and crisp and was just amazingly beautiful. You do not get enough credit for the product you turn out each month. Amazing.

Alex this was a wonderful story and you told it in such a unique fashion. Proof and Dragon's conversation was funny and sad at the same time. All of us are still trying to figure out if Dragon is there but since Bella didn't acknowledge him we have to thing this is Proof's imagination. The insight into Autumn was scary. Is there anothe agent working with her? The picture for Leander was that him and his wife befor she died? If so she has Leander with an X like she is going to kill him. We know somebody is going to die - Leander maybe? As for the Joe portions of the story there is a lot of the future happening right before our eyes.

You guys deliver each month and our always proving that this is the best book out today. I feel sorry for Alex and Riley though - you guys don't get to enjoy it like the rest of us, you are missing out.

5 out of 5 and it isn't even a question

[Schmakt]

thanks for the review BrikHed. I should be getting my copy this afternoon.

I've just switched to mail order comics, and have now discovered another great thing about Proof... Since it comes out at the end of the month, I only have to wait a couple of days extra to get it even when ordering by mail. SWEET! :)


(I was reading a bunch of old Image comics over the weekend... WildC.A.T.s was a decent team book, Spawn was sweet, Shadowhawk was... not, Dragon was still awesome, and MAXX should be the next Image guest star for Proof. :))

[michaeljsmith]

thanks for the review BrikHed. I should be getting my copy this afternoon.

I've just switched to mail order comics, and have now discovered another great thing about Proof... Since it comes out at the end of the month, I only have to wait a couple of days extra to get it even when ordering by mail. SWEET! :)


(I was reading a bunch of old Image comics over the weekend... WildC.A.T.s was a decent team book, Spawn was sweet, Shadowhawk was... not, Dragon was still awesome, and MAXX should be the next Image guest star for Proof. :))

I have about half of my comics on mail order (though I get them weekly through http:// HeavyInk.com - it is 20% discount and free shipping) and the other half I still get from the LCS. Proof is one of those titles I need the minute it comes out.

I agree with your assessment of old days Image. Maxx was an incredible series and if one of those reads that I would love to track down all of the originals and collect at some point (I have too many of those things going on right now though).

[mgs]

Ahhh..issue #14. So good. The art, clean and nice, yet artistic. Love the beginning storyline and am more interested in where that is heading than anything else, though the dialogue with Dragon was pretty amusing. ;)

[riley rossmo]

Proof volume twos out today, and its full of dinosaurs, supper ideas, and fashion ideas.

[michaeljsmith]

Proof volume twos out today, and its full of dinosaurs, supper ideas, and fashion ideas.

Those of us in the US must wait one more day for this greatness :evilangry:

[Schmakt]

I make it a point to purchase anything I see that references Kurt Vonnegut b/c that's the kind of guy I am. I don't know what this whole Proof thing is about, but I sure do love me some Kilgore Trout and I guess that now I'm going to have to keep reading this weird little comic from Image...

It's a good thing the comic is so farking good too.


I must concur that the Dragon/Proof dialog was just brilliant and funny and snappy... Often these little asides are just stupid and pull the reader out of the story, but this read well and fit perfectly. Good job!

As for Joe... wow. I absolutely love it! The way you molded his origin was so very engrossing... I'm a fan of fictional works that ground themselves in our reality. Sometimes this comes off as heavy-handed or desperate, but you wove Joe's origin (and the revelation thereof) in with touchstones of history so effortlessly that I wouldn't have known it was happening if I wasn't all giddy inside due to how well it was pulled off.

Thank goodness someone is finally getting around to seeing just what in the world Autumn was doing too. I'm glad the wolf wasn't dead... Riley, your pencils for Autumn's apartment were wonderfully spooky. I think that was my favorite art page of the issue.

I know I'm forgetting something, cuz I forgot to write this yesterday right after I finished reading... but this was definitely one of the strongest issues of the series thus far. I'm sure I've said that before, but this time I really mean it. :)

Great job, guys!

EDIT: oh yeah... one other thing...
INK MONKEY!!

[michaeljsmith]

All great points showing how amazing each and every issue of PROOF really is and just as a bonus it is always on time. It is amazing that I can circle a date on my schedule and know that my favorite book is coming out on time, every time.

Alex and Riley sure know how to keep all of us fans happy. Now everyone go out and buy Proof Book 2: The Company of Men and hand it out as a Christmas present to those you love most. :smile:

[michaeljsmith]

It is always fun to see a post like the one below...

I'm pretty sure that I'm going to add PROOF to my monthly pull list, and then try and track down the original issues. I'm saving so much money a month now that I've dropped the vast majority of my Marvel and DC books that I can afford to support my fave titles in both monthly AND trade form!

[Gavin Higginbotham, BotF]

It is always fun to see a post like the one below...

Heh, I'm glad you liked it. If I'm not careful, Image will end up costing me more by buying their books in the various formats than just buying Marvel and DC "monthlies". Oh well! :smile:

[michaeljsmith]

Heh, I'm glad you liked it. If I'm not careful, Image will end up costing me more by buying their books in the various formats than just buying Marvel and DC "monthlies". Oh well! :smile:

You say that like it is a bad thing... now Alex or Riley need to show up and threaten to have a Thunderbird attack you :biggrin:

[kcviking]

How in the heck do you all keep doing this,month in/month out? Every issue tops the previous one!!

Loved the backround info about Joe!Thanks for the Phantom cats info...never heard about them before,either.Now I've got to google andean wolf since they're completely unknown to me as well.

Got two questions for Riley...how would I (not an artist) describe your outstanding work to others? Crazy Kettle One Canadian Impressionism doesn't sound right.:smile: What kind of drink is on the back cover of trade #2 and where can i order one?

Once again,OUTSTANDING job to all involved.Look forward to issue 15!

[michaeljsmith]

Once again,OUTSTANDING job to all involved.Look forward to issue 15!

That pretty much sums it up :biggrin:

[kcviking]

Just wanted to pop in and say Happy Holidays to everybody!

Also,there's a terrific review of trade # 2 over at aintitcool news.This is old news to those of us who post here,but,great news for those who have yet to be given Proof.Hopefully more people in 2009 will discover this wonderful gem!

[Ben Akers]

I always want to recommend it to people, but none of my comic reading friends would go near it, despite the quality.

It's kind of frustrating to have them ask what you're reading, and you say "Oh man, that last issue of Proof was stellar," and then they say "Well Batman R.I.P. was really annoying me." This is the exact conversation I had with my friend the other day.

[michaeljsmith]

I always want to recommend it to people, but none of my comic reading friends would go near it, despite the quality.

It's kind of frustrating to have them ask what you're reading, and you say "Oh man, that last issue of Proof was stellar," and then they say "Well Batman R.I.P. was really annoying me." This is the exact conversation I had with my friend the other day.

Funny I had this same conversation with myself... luckily I both book and know that PROOF is much better than Batman RIP :biggrin:

[Alex Grecian]

Whoops! I subscribe to this thread, but I somehow got logged out and had no idea anybody was posting over here. Now I need to play catch up! :biggrin:

Heh, I'm glad you liked it. If I'm not careful, Image will end up costing me more by buying their books in the various formats than just buying Marvel and DC "monthlies."

How in the heck do you all keep doing this,month in/month out? Every issue tops the previous one!!

Loved the backround info about Joe!Thanks for the Phantom cats info...never heard about them before,either.Now I've got to google andean wolf since they're completely unknown to me as well.

Got two questions for Riley...how would I (not an artist) describe your outstanding work to others? Crazy Kettle One Canadian Impressionism doesn't sound right.:smile: What kind of drink is on the back cover of trade #2 and where can i order one?

Once again,OUTSTANDING job to all involved.Look forward to issue 15!

Thanks, guys! Gavin, we hope you liked The Dragon's cameos. KC, we manage this month in/month out by paying dozens of uncredited "assistants" to do most of the actual writing and drawing while we work on our tans. That's a joke. Really, we're just that good. :biggrin: Mostly we don't eat or sleep or do anything but produce comics. And we love it. I'll pass your questions on to Riley (maybe he got logged out too), but I can tell you that the painting on the back cover was just a goof Riley sent me, but it inspired the "Company of Men" arc.

Just wanted to pop in and say Happy Holidays to everybody!

Also,there's a terrific review of trade # 2 over at aintitcool news.This is old news to those of us who post here,but,great news for those who have yet to be given Proof.Hopefully more people in 2009 will discover this wonderful gem!

For those who haven't seen it, Ain't It Cool gave Proof a review that really couldn't have been more positive...

This, this right here is one of those fabled "damn good comics" that should be saved and preserved on everybody's bookcase or in their monthly pull list. And unlike the creatures that inhabit its pages, the more people that know about this, the better.

Check it out...

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/39569#4

I always want to recommend it to people, but none of my comic reading friends would go near it, despite the quality.

It's kind of frustrating to have them ask what you're reading, and you say "Oh man, that last issue of Proof was stellar," and then they say "Well Batman R.I.P. was really annoying me." This is the exact conversation I had with my friend the other day.

That's more than just "kind of frustrating!" Why on Earth wouldn't they give it a try? No superheroes? Should we put Proof in tights and a cape? :rolleyes:

At any rate, thanks for trying, man. We appreciate the effort.

Have a great 2009, everybody!

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

I am going to get fired, I can feel it coming. I am sorry Mr. Grecian for not letting you know there was activity over here. I am so in trouble :tongue:


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[Alex Grecian]

I am going to get fired, I can feel it coming. I am sorry Mr. Grecian for not letting you know there was activity over here. I am so in trouble :tongue:

Naw, I'm not gonna fire you. I'll just dock your pay. :biggrin:

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

You truly are a giving man, and in the Holiday Spirit may I say...

http://www.alexandergrecian.com/proofholiday.jpg

:biggrin:

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[kcviking]

I always want to recommend it to people, but none of my comic reading friends would go near it, despite the quality.

It's kind of frustrating to have them ask what you're reading, and you say "Oh man, that last issue of Proof was stellar," and then they say "Well Batman R.I.P. was really annoying me." This is the exact conversation I had with my friend the other day.

Ben,
Do you have the trades that you could lend them so they can read it at no cost(other than the time involved)? I've done this twice and both times it was succesfull.

You could also direct them to the Image comics website where the first issue is available to read for free.

If nothing else,just keep talking about it until they give it a shot.You know they won't be dissapointed:smile:

[michaeljsmith]

Ben,
Do you have the trades that you could lend them so they can read it at no cost(other than the time involved)? I've done this twice and both times it was succesfull.

You could also direct them to the Image comics website where the first issue is available to read for free.

If nothing else,just keep talking about it until they give it a shot.You know they won't be dissapointed:smile:

I have never failed to get a person hooked talking about this book and letting them check out the first trade... :biggrin:

[Schmakt]

I think I'm actually more happy to have the 2nd trade to pass around. I liked the first arc, but there's a certain... je ne sais quoi... that a reader needs to have to be predisposed to this kind of book for the first arc to take hold. I think the 2nd trade will be even more accessible.

and Happy New Year everyone! :)

[michaeljsmith]

Proof #15 - Spoilers Included


First, I will start with the obvious praise that is well deserved - great issue. The book delivered again, just as it does month after month, after month. I am happy to be through this story arc so that I can now sit down and read it all in one sitting. I know there are things that I missed.

Alex, the story was great. You brought together a lot of things at one time and pulled it all together to close out this story arc. My biggest complaint to this point is that you are not close enough for me to strangle you because I left with more curiosity and questions now than I had going into this issue. The Rabbi is obviously a much more pivotal figure than we had seen to this point. He knew who Po was and what he was up to and even spoke Mandarin to him (show off). Who is the Rabbi?

Joe has come of age and wants to go out on his own? Get an apartment maybe and meet a nice young girl :rolleyes: There is a tall man with no shirt wandering the streets of NY and nobody might notice, what a crazy town. It was interesting to see him not pick either side...but I am sure he will be back. Now Po goes after Ginger? Did she really forget meeting him or is she on his side now?

Proof is back in good health and Dragon was really no where to be seen once they leave the cave.. was he ever there? We will never know. I did like to see Proof step in with the crazy mom and see that her son got taken away. It was a small detail but something that shows the character of Proof and a great part of the story. He needs to job on Bella's offer though - she is a cutie :biggrin:

Marc? What can I say about my boy Marc? He lost his watch... :eek:

Riley, the art was incredible as always but to be honest you are going to have a tough time topping what you did in issue #14. So it is hard to say this is a let down but that issue was so incredible that it set a really high bar. I loved the the thunderbird scenes and really liked how you were able to draw in backdrops like the phoenix as the flowed through the story. Question though - was the one alligator supposed to be white? If so is there significance to that one?

All-in-all you guys kicked butt again and I am eager to read this whole story arc at one time and get a better feel for the pacing and overall story.

[DKeener]

"Sme! Don't let it get me!" I was rolling as it wandered around ticking.

Another great issue. Now the only question I have is which one of the two is actually the evil one? Something to ponder. We have been led to believe that Po is the bad guy, but is he really the bad or is the priest? Remember it's a Cryptid book, and Po is the Cryptid and the Priest is human. We know Po and Proof are opposites but is that just because Proof was raised among humans? Just something to think about.

It was something that I began thinking as I was reading the conversation between the Priest and Po. The Priest told him the he needed to turn Joe. We know that the series is building to a Cryptid War. Now it's all about finding out who is the "good" side. I think Alex has weaved quite a tale here, because usually 15 issues in you know which side is which, and who stands where. Here we don't really have a clear idea, even though we think we do. Maybe Proof is the key to the war, and Leander and the founders of the Lodge know that. That's why they made him a part of the Lodge. To keep an eye on him. And the Col may have thought, or come to the conclusion that the best way to win the war was to take out the piece that could decide the war. You know...kill the heart and the body will follow. Or I could be way off and Alex is going to through us way more curves over the next few years. Who knows? The Demon knows, but he ain't saying.

[michaeljsmith]

That is a question I had not pondered until I read your post... wow that could change everything :confused:

[DKeener]

Something else to ponder. When Leander walked in the room with the Ink Monkey and Tink he said "This creature...this fairy was in my office." Lends a little more credence to my reasoning, don't you think?

[michaeljsmith]

Something else to ponder. When Leander walked in the room with the Ink Monkey and Tink he said "This creature...this fairy was in my office." Lends a little more credence to my reasoning, don't you think?


NO, I think that nobody likes a fairy - including Leander so that is why he said that. I am not convinced about your theory... but I like that you thought it :wink:

[DKeener]

NO, I think that nobody likes a fairy - including Leander so that is why he said that. I am not convinced about your theory... but I like that you thought it :wink:

All I'm saying is it seems a little suspect to me. Not that Leander hates the cryptids to the degree that Autumn did, but that he is on whatever side the Priest is on. That's all I'm saying.

Unless of course there turns out to be 3 sides. Po, Priest and the Lodge. Hmmm.

[michaeljsmith]

Well since Leander is going to die in the next issue it doesn't matter too much :eek:

[DKeener]

You my friend have a wild imagination. But we'll see. :biggrin:

[michaeljsmith]

You my friend have a wild imagination. But we'll see. :biggrin:

People will start thinking about it :wink:

[mgs]

INK MONKEY KNOWS ALL!!!!!! :biggrin:

[michaeljsmith]

INK MONKEY KNOWS ALL!!!!!! :biggrin:

Yes they do - but I am looking for the return of Dover Demon to put that little monkey in his place :evilsmile:

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[riley rossmo]

Seems like every ones jonesing to see a demon ink monky death match, Cut vs. Creepy?

As forthe priest and rabbi, we'll have to see the rabbi was associating with Mi-Chen-Po and the priest feeds people to the "angels".

R.

[michaeljsmith]

Seems like every ones jonesing to see a demon ink monky death match, Cut vs. Creepy?

As forthe priest and rabbi, we'll have to see the rabbi was associating with Mi-Chen-Po and the priest feeds people to the "angels".

R.

I cannot believe you called the Ink Monkey creepy :rolleyes: ohhh you think he is the cute one, I thought you meant Dover Demon was the cute one :eek:

You ever hear this one? A priest, a rabbi and bigfoot are in a boat :biggrin:

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[DonC]

Hey, what's a good jumping on point for this series? I got to the party late.

[Kelly Tindall]

The first trade is ten bucks, and it'll let you know if you dig the book. I think you can get one from Diamond and/or Amazon. Welcome aboard, Don! (I, uh, hope.)

[michaeljsmith]

Hey, what's a good jumping on point for this series? I got to the party late.

I would agree with Kelly that I would just grab the first trade and see what you think but if you are eager to start out and try the singles then issue #16 which comes out at the end of this month is a transition issue from the last story arc into the next one so it is a good time.

You can also read the first issue for free is you have never checked out the series. Go to http://proofcomic.blogspot.com and on the right side there is a link to read the first issue for free. I hope you enjoy the best book on the market :biggrin:

[DonC]

Thanks, guys.

[michaeljsmith]

Thanks, guys.

Stop back in and let us know what you think :biggrin:

[kcviking]

Hey, what's a good jumping on point for this series? I got to the party late.

DonC...wow,are you in for a fun ride!!!!:biggrin: Just curious...what got you to read Proof?Was it a suggestion or a review somewhere?Personally,I picked up the first trade 'cause the title made me laugh out loud at my lcs.Haven't regretted a minute!

Too bad you missed out on Brikheds $ back guarantee...:wink:

Could someone please explain to me why Proof wasn't in the CBR Top 100 for 2008?:confused:

[DKeener]

No taste?

I kid. Not sure why it didn't make the list. There loss in my opinion.

[michaeljsmith]

DonC...wow,are you in for a fun ride!!!!:biggrin: Just curious...what got you to read Proof?Was it a suggestion or a review somewhere?Personally,I picked up the first trade 'cause the title made me laugh out loud at my lcs.Haven't regretted a minute!

Too bad you missed out on Brikheds $ back guarantee...:wink:

Could someone please explain to me why Proof wasn't in the CBR Top 100 for 2008?:confused:

Oh the money back guarantee is still in effect. If DonC buys the first trade and does not like the book shoot me a PM and I will Paypal you the money you spent on the trade. :wink:

Love me some Proof

[DonC]

Just curious...what got you to read Proof?



I got the Perhapnauts/Proof flip book and liked it, but, ya know, forgot about it for a while. Then I saw this thread and remembered it.

I'll order the first trade next time I go to my LCS.

[Predator]

I just read the first trade last night and liked it very much! I went in expecting "Hellboy with Bigfoot" and was very pleased to find that Proof was more than that. I like the idea of the preserve for endangered species, I'm interested to see if there are more dangerous creatures than the fairies in there.

I'll be calling my LCS to see if they have volume 2. If it's as good as volume 1, this will be a regular TPB buy for me.

[michaeljsmith]

I just read the first trade last night and liked it very much! I went in expecting "Hellboy with Bigfoot" and was very pleased to find that Proof was more than that. I like the idea of the preserve for endangered species, I'm interested to see if there are more dangerous creatures than the fairies in there.

I'll be calling my LCS to see if they have volume 2. If it's as good as volume 1, this will be a regular TPB buy for me.

I can absolutely guarantee the second trade is at least as good as the first (if not better). The third story arc just finished up in the singles and that was amazing as well. This is my favorite monthly read.

[riley rossmo]

Predator



Glad you liked the first trade, The second ones really cool, the idea got started because I told alex it was my dream to hunt dinosaurs with a really big gun.

Oh and heres more than fairies......

R.

[Greg Anderson]

The man Riley visits Face To Greg! Thanks, man! :biggrin:

http://www.bludblood.com/content/view/694/1/

[michaeljsmith]

well done as always

[michaeljsmith]

Monday, January 12, 2009
PROVE YOU'RE A PROOF FREAK AND WIN!
Contest allows fans the chance to become a PROOF freak!

It's easy to say you're a big fan, but PROOF creators Alex Grecian and Riley Rossmo give you the chance to show it with the upcoming Prove You're A PROOF Freak Contest!

"Since issue number one, Riley and I have been blessed with a terrific fan base who often go out of their way with grassroots efforts to promote the series," Grecian said. "The Prove You're A PROOF Freak contest takes it one step further, by giving fans the chance to show off their fandom in a creative way - cut cardboard, sculpt ice, paint the side of your house, mow the logo into your corn field - do whatever it takes within legal means to show the world how much you love PROOF! Our favorite PROOF display could have three readers winning big!"

Photos of entries are due to letterstoproof@gmail.com no later than 12:00 PM EST time on April 1st, 2009. The top ten entries will be published in PROOF, with the second runner up receiving a copy of PROOF #1 signed by Grecian and the first runner up receiving an original sketch by Rossmo. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn into PROOF as a Victorian-era circus freak, created using their name and likeness, and will receive a page of art from the issue they appear in! In addition, those entries done in conjunction with their local comic book shop will also award their store with a signed copy of PROOF #1 and an original page of PROOF art!

PROOF VOL. 1: GOATSUCKER (MAR082085), a 128-page full-color tradepaperback for $9.99,

http://i388.photobucket.com/albums/oo327/brikhed21/Proof/Volume1-TheGoatsuckerA.jpg

and

PROOF VOL. 2: THE COMPANY OF MEN (OCT082281), a 128-page full-color tradepaperback for $12.99, are available now.

http://i388.photobucket.com/albums/oo327/brikhed21/Proof/Volume02-TheCompanyofMenA.jpg

[DonC]

Alright, I got volume 1 today. I just need to finish Steve Berry's The Venetian Betrayal and read Transformers: The Reign of Starscream, Star Wars: Legacy Volume 4, Battlestar Galactica: Season Zero Volume 1 and House of Mystery Volume 1, then I'm all over this.


See you in about six months.

[riley rossmo]

Just Wait DonC

tbp vol2 has dinosaurs!

[kcviking]

I just read the preview for issue #16...looks great!

Can't wait to see the wreath for Agent Smith(a.k.a.BrikHead).:evilsmile:

[riley rossmo]

The funeral is ok, its the wake thats awsome and Smiths death face ripped off by giant bird, thats beautiful, no open casket

[DonC]

Alright, I got volume 1 today. I just need to finish Steve Berry's The Venetian Betrayal and read Transformers: The Reign of Starscream, Star Wars: Legacy Volume 4, Battlestar Galactica: Season Zero Volume 1 and House of Mystery Volume 1, then I'm all over this.


See you in about six months.


I bumped Proof to the top of the list. (Well, after reading Transformers and BSG.) Damn was this book fun. I'll be back for more, but can I ask how sales are? I try to get books in the same format I started with. Since I got Proof Vol. 1 as a trade, I was going to continue to read the series as trades. But I know monthly sales can be the life blood of a book and want to support the series in the best way possible.

[DKeener]

The latest issue came out today and it started out with a funeral, and flowed in to the rest of the gang just being at the Lodge. Alex writes these issues so good you don't miss there not being any real action in them. The letter pages were back filled with condolence letters from some of the agents that attended the funeral, along with one of the Faces to Greg web interviews. And two back up stories!
Riley's art is still terrific, especially when he's drawing expressions. He has a way of telling a story with all his characters that just adds to the goodness of the book.


You can't go wrong with this book.

[kcviking]

and once again OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!!

I loved the way Alex brought together all the different threads in a simple,yet brilliant way.Didn't see the suprise waiting for Marc on the other side of the door coming at all!Wonder where that's headed?Can't wait to see how Elvis' new partner reacts to the Dover....that might be a whole issues worth of material right there.

DKeener-until you mentioned it,I never even thought about a lack of action...this was such a great read it didn't matter.:biggrin: I think this is my favorite issue(until #17 comes out,that is)so far.

I wonder how many issues BrikHed bought?:eek:

In closing,great job once again to all involved!

[michaeljsmith]

SPOILERS INCLUDED



Issue #16 was incredible. As much as I love the stories in Proof and the meaty arcs of great drama and action I am starting to appreciate these between story stories. The characters day off type of stories. This is an amazingly underutilized portion of story telling that most comic book writers miss and Alex Grecian nails with a two ton hammer. The story is always mindful to tie up loose ends when needed and leave others out there when there is more story to tell. The drama with Noel and his dad Wayne was a great moment and a real life issue that you do not see most people willing to address let alone tackle in a comic. Belinda joining The Lodge was an interesting twist and I would love to see her and Elvis in action. There is a lot of potential with them as partners. Proof and Bella was a nice moment, especially seeing how her husband died. The character development continues to push forward and build upon the greatness that has already been established. I am excited to see that Marc is now a player and staying in the game.

Riley knocked it out of the park again with the art.. though there was a weird shadowing on Elvis in one panel after he talked to Dover Demon... yes that is picky when you talk about a single panel but that is Riley's art - perfect each and every time so it is odd when anything is a little off. I loved the return of Autumn and how that was played out in the end. I am not sure if that was Alex's idea of Riley's idea but you nailed it. For all of the challenges you had with this issue (drawing 9 real fans into different pages) you killed it. Loved the tributes you paid on the various pages that were used for inspiration from the originals. You just have an incredible style and I cannot get enough of your art.

Great back-up story by Alex and Paul. You crammed even more greatness into a already great book. I also appreciate and enjoyed all of the letters in the back of the book, not just because they were all about me dying, but because they were fun and Alex appreciated them enough to put them in the book. Very rarely does a creator listen to their audience but Alex not only listens but he is part of the fun. Riley and Alex put out the best book month-in and month-out... it is just a bonus that they are two of the coolest guys on this planet.

Not to be forgotten is THE LIAR back-up story by our man Kelly. I am looking forward to going back and reading the whole story in one sitting. Archie Snow seems like a fun character that you can do a lot of things with and I hope we get more of his adventures.

A Plus to Team Proof for knocking it out of the park 12 different ways. There are so many people complaining about crap books right now that should be checking this title out. Brilliant each and every time.

Until next time.... I believe in Monsters

[mgs]

ex-agent Autumn Song!!!!! :eek:

[michaeljsmith]

ex-agent Autumn Song!!!!! :eek:

she is a fun little lady isn't she :biggrin:

[Greg Anderson]

she is a fun little lady isn't she :biggrin:

Isn't it something that you can't help but love the villains in this book as well? :biggrin:

[DKeener]

Autumn is one of my favorite characters in the book. Even though she's a twisted, psychotic, evil, mean lady.

[Predator]

Word of advice to anyone ordering the Proof trades online, do not order from Discount Comic Book Service! The first trade was late, now the second one is too.

[Ben Akers]

Hmm.

I didn't have any problems with them when I ordered Volume One.

[Predator]

Hmm.

I didn't have any problems with them when I ordered Volume One.

The first volume took two months to ship (I get shipments monthly, so keep in mind). I ordered vol. 2 last month and it still isn't in stock yet. They could just be restocking I suppose, but it's still annoying.

[Ben Akers]

That does suck.

Pretty much every trade I've ordered from them has been in my next shipment.

[JoshuaCee]

Here's my question (and I apologize if it's been covered):

How in the world do you guys manage to get this book out on time every month? I genuinely would like to know what the heck you guys are doing to achieve this level of consistency on a monthly basis. Simply astonishing.

[Alex Grecian]

Here's my question (and I apologize if it's been covered):

How in the world do you guys manage to get this book out on time every month? I genuinely would like to know what the heck you guys are doing to achieve this level of consistency on a monthly basis. Simply astonishing.

We're just bad-ass, I guess, Joshua. :biggrin:

Seriously, Riley's super fast and spends most of his time drawing. And I spend most of my time putting the book together. It's a job. And it's our dream job, so we both work pretty hard at it.

Thanks, man. It's nice when people notice. :cool:

-Alex

[JoshuaCee]

We're just bad-ass, I guess, Joshua. :biggrin:

Seriously, Riley's super fast and spends most of his time drawing. And I spend most of my time putting the book together. It's a job. And it's our dream job, so we both work pretty hard at it.

Thanks, man. It's nice when people notice. :cool:

-Alex

No problem. I mean, I greatly enjoy every issue from cover to cover, and I could go on all day about how original and sweet and hilarious and insightful the book is, but I figure that's been done, and you're probably bored with hearing it. :wink:

But seriously, it's amazing what you two (and the colorist, who's name I can't recall) have managed to accomplish over the past year and change. KU-DOS.

[michaeljsmith]

Here's my question (and I apologize if it's been covered):

How in the world do you guys manage to get this book out on time every month? I genuinely would like to know what the heck you guys are doing to achieve this level of consistency on a monthly basis. Simply astonishing.

I think they do it with mirrors, lots of mirrors and trickery so that we believe the illusion. :eek: It is a pretty amazing feet that they have accomplished for 16 straight months now... just another reason PROOF ROCKS!

[Greg Anderson]

Review of Proof!

http://www.bludblood.com/content/view/717/51/

[kcviking]

Review of Proof!

http://www.bludblood.com/content/view/717/51/

Greg,
Nice job on the review!!!!Was that you on page 2?:cool:

[Greg Anderson]

Greg,
Nice job on the review!!!!Was that you on page 2?:cool:

Thanks! And you mean in issue 16? If so, yeah! :redface:

Man, I feel like the Proof team made me a star. :redface:

[DonC]

Word of advice to anyone ordering the Proof trades online, do not order from Discount Comic Book Service! The first trade was late, now the second one is too.


That might not be DCBS's fault. I ordered volume 2 from my LCS and he told me it'll be a couple of weeks. Reorders from Diamond are being delayed as they are in the process of moving their warehouse from wherever it is now to Memphis.

[michaeljsmith]

Proof - Issue #17 (spoilers included)


Another great issue and really odd to have such a true "standalone" issue. I will start with a first obvious - Riley I missed your art on this issue (glad we go it for the back-up story but you were missed because your art is Proof). The next point I would like to make is Kelly you kicked a lot of butt with your art on the issue. You do blood and gore very well, it suits your style, and I would love to see you on a regular book or have an Archie Snow mini come out or something. Loved it.

The story was entertaining and actually felt a little less sophisticated that what I feel Proof brings to the table and that was perfect because of the characters that were involved in the story. The tone of the story really reflected the character. We have people getting killed in a slave labor environment, hearts being yanked out, and some guy trying to get a girl to go behind the barn and "snoggle". This was a wonderful back story into El Chupacabra and the events that lead us to The Goatsucker.

The back-up story made my jaw drop (first yea Riley on the art) but the content. We are now seeing alliances form and people chose sides. All of the sudden El Chupacabra seems like a major player in organizing things rather than just the muscle behind the scenes. We also get to see that tasty pie show up again... nothing ever happens in Proof for no reason at all - there is always a purpose.

I am so eager to see what is next and where we are going but the next story arc takes us back to where Proof has been when he was with the circus.

All in all this is another fabulous issue and I continue to shout to anyone that listens that Proof is best, most complete book that is out on the market right now. Great job to Team Proof (including Kelly) and you guys go ahead and take a few weeks off.... but make sure that issue #18 is not late

[riley rossmo]

Glad you missed my art its been 16 issues with out a break so I got a litttle help this issue, Wait till you see 18 I got a little extra time to make it really sweet.

[kcviking]

Glad you missed my art its been 16 issues with out a break so I got a litttle help this issue, Wait till you see 18 I got a little extra time to make it really sweet.

Any hints? I ask because I'm a little worried about you and free time:tongue:

Once again everyone involved knocked it out of the park!!

[michaeljsmith]

Any hints? I ask because I'm a little worried about you and free time:tongue:

Once again everyone involved knocked it out of the park!!

Next issue starts the "JULIA" arc and to be honest I am pretty darn excited. Since I started reading this book all I have heard from Alex is that he has had this story in his mind since before God said "let there be light". I am curious to see how it plays out - I am fairly certain I have some good guesses (especially based on the FORESHADOWING section in the back of the firs trade) but Team Proof always has a surprise or two up their sleeves

[mgs]

oh man!!! I had no idea what was going on some of the time, but this issue was sooo creepy and cool!! Tense! :smile:

[michaeljsmith]

oh man!!! I had no idea what was going on some of the time, but this issue was sooo creepy and cool!! Tense! :smile:

There were a few moments where i needed to re-read the page but i think some of that came about because i did not know any of the characters and was trying to piece them all together

[riley rossmo]

kcviking, I can't give up my secrets, mostly making 18 extra good involved bending time and space to make it more authentic the 18th century is notoriously hard to acess in space time events these days, I hope you weren't thinkning special was biologically enhanced some how. :biggrin:

glad everyones digging it.

[Predator]

Ok, so I finally got the second trade yesterday and read it last night. I'm really relating to Elvis for some reason, he seems like the more relateable character compared to Ginger. The Denver Demon is awesome, he can be so funny and omnious at the same time, I hope we get to read more about him. And maybe it's just me, but Leander seems like he has a bit of a shady past. Not sure why, but I don't completely trust him.

Good stuff! This will definately be a regular buy for me.

[riley rossmo]

That Leandre theres definately seems to be something his not revealing. Hmm.

[DKeener]

See I knew it!!

[michaeljsmith]

See I knew it!!

?????? :confused:

[DKeener]

That Leandre theres definately seems to be something his not revealing. Hmm.

Leander's hiding something. Remember my Mi-Chen-Po/Rabbi discussion. Oh yeah baby I called it. :cool:

[michaeljsmith]

Leander's hiding something. Remember my Mi-Chen-Po/Rabbi discussion. Oh yeah baby I called it. :cool:

I thought you realized something deeper - yes we all know that choosing sides is not going to be black and white

[riley rossmo]

Issue 18 Of PRoof's out, Its by far my fav. issue, robots, monster, carneys. need I say more?

[dan bailey]

Nice one, indeed. I also appreciated the article by the Southern Fried Bigfoot guy, since I grew up (as I mentioned waaaaay back toward the beginning of this thread, I'll bet) one county over from Legend of Boggy Creek -land; the movie came out when I was in 8th grade or so.

[riley rossmo]

Thanks Dan the SFB was a really cool little addition this month, makes me wanna watch in serch of.

[michaeljsmith]

Proof #18 - spoilers included


WOW - this is another great issue of Proof (I think I start off every month saying that phrase... and for good reason). We know very little about Proof's background to this point other than what we learned in Monster Pileup and a few tidbits dropped here and there so this issue is a treat.

Seeing Proof in a 19th century circus seems to make all of the sense in the world to me. I was however shocked to see some other familiar faces there. Mi-Po Chen and Dover Demon (or was it another demon?). I always thought of Dover Demon as a he but maybe he is a she. Regardless we are seeing some familiar faces showing a lot of history together and therefore they are going to have a lot more feeling and emotion towards each other moving forward.

Springheel Jack is one bad mo fo that is fo sho (I shouldn't try to talk like that). Riley's interpretation of the character is a bizarre and scary depiction of a truly insane killer. Seeing how Thomas treats Julia and Proof's admiration for her sure tugs at the heart strings in a weird sort of way (Bigfoot, the Bearded Lady and a circus owner... even Jerry Spring couldn't top that love triangle).

There is a lot going on in this issue and I can only imagine that I will find more with the next reading. This is a great jumping on point for a new reader and an even bigger treat for us long-time fans of the book.

Congratulations to Alex for finally getting to tell the story that he has wanted to write for years now. Great art, amazing colors, and an all-in-all gem of an issue. Proof rocks!!

[mgs]

I already hate Springheel Jack!!! :mad:


'Nother Great issue, loved it!! :smile:

[TheFolklorist]

Awesome issue. I definitely agree with BrikHed21 about being surprised to see the Dover Demon there at the circus, though I expected to see Mi-Po Chen. Seeing the Dover Demon in a dress didn’t make me stop and think he was female, I just figured it was suppose to be funny.

I also think Spring Heel Jack is certainly one of the harder monsters for artists to portray – which may explain why he has only shown up in handful of comics and cartoons. That being said Riley Rossmo did a pretty wicked job - though I don't know how I feel about that big scissor arm. :confused:

However if anybody is interested the UK Goth Punk band Zombina and the Skeletones (http://www.myspace.com/zombinaandtheskeletones) do an awesome song about Jack which can be heard for free on their MySpace page. Just follow the link!

[riley rossmo]

Thank for the kind words I'll check out Zombina and the Skeletones, the interesting thing is what exactly is a dover demon? All will be revealed the demon in the dress is one of my favorite things to draw right now.

[michaeljsmith]

Awesome issue. I definitely agree with BrikHed21 about being surprised to see the Dover Demon there at the circus, though I expected to see Mi-Po Chen. Seeing the Dover Demon in a dress didn’t make me stop and think he was female, I just figured it was suppose to be funny.

If you want more insight into Dover Demons appearance you there is a link on the Proof blog to a column called Proof Positive that Alex (or Riley, or Kelly) do each month in an interview format over at Comic Related.

http://proofcomic.blogspot.com

[DonC]

Can anyone associated with this book do me a favor? Can you call Image HQ and ask them to call Diamond and tell them to get their shit together? My LCS has been trying to get me a copy of Volume 2 for (at least) six weeks now. Diamond keeps giving him some noise about them moving their warehouse. The "couple of weeks" Diamond said it would take is about to become a couple of months. Both me and my LCS are getting kind of pissed about this. I want to read the book and he wants the sale.

[Predator]

Can anyone associated with this book do me a favor? Can you call Image HQ and ask them to call Diamond and tell them to get their shit together? My LCS has been trying to get me a copy of Volume 2 for (at least) six weeks now. Diamond keeps giving him some noise about them moving their warehouse. The "couple of weeks" Diamond said it would take is about to become a couple of months. Both me and my LCS are getting kind of pissed about this. I want to read the book and he wants the sale.

I had the same problem in January. I had to get my copy off Amazon, it arrived in a week. My advice is to go there.

[DonC]

I'd prefer to give my money to my LCS if I can.

[dan bailey]

It rather sounds like you can't, though.

[michaeljsmith]

I'd prefer to give my money to my LCS if I can.

This does indeed suck and I always prefer to give the $$ to the LCS but I also weigh all of the factors and at times I just suck it up and order from the person that can get me the book.

The bad thing about a situation like this is that EVERYONE is at the mercy of the distributor. There is little that Alex & Riley can do or that Image Comics can do. They can voice a complaint but the control lies with the distributor but the people that lose out are the consumer and the comic creators.

Good luck.

[TheFolklorist]

If you want more insight into Dover Demons appearance you there is a link on the Proof blog to a column called Proof Positive that Alex (or Riley, or Kelly) do each month in an interview format over at Comic Related.

http://proofcomic.blogspot.com

Ah....so there are two demons. Very interesting. However, I'm not sure why Eric (or Alex for that matter) acted like it was a big secret that the yeti was Mi-Po-Chen, that seemed fairly obvious before I had even read issue #18.

Also I am eagerly looking forward to Mike Dash's forthcoming Spring-Heeled Jack book.

[dan bailey]

Also I am eagerly looking forward to Mike Dash's forthcoming Spring-Heeled Jack book.

Interesting -- had no idea that was coming out. I really liked his Borderlands: The Ultimate Exploration of the Unknown.

[Kelly Tindall]

Can anyone associated with this book do me a favor? Can you call Image HQ and ask them to call Diamond and tell them to get their shit together?

Diamond does what they do, and none of us have any control or influence over them. Sorry! They were a week late getting Proof #17 to Montreal and Proof #18 to Calgary, among other things.

[DonC]

This does indeed suck and I always prefer to give the $$ to the LCS but I also weigh all of the factors and at times I just suck it up and order from the person that can get me the book.

The bad thing about a situation like this is that EVERYONE is at the mercy of the distributor. There is little that Alex & Riley can do or that Image Comics can do. They can voice a complaint but the control lies with the distributor but the people that lose out are the consumer and the comic creators.

Good luck.



Yeah, I just figured if someone from the publisher called up and said, "Hey, look, people are trying to buy our product and you're dragging your feet. Get it together" they might listen more than if a shop called or something.

[riley rossmo]

Proof 19s out more steam age action, freaks monsters, and robots?

[michaeljsmith]

Proof #19 - Spoilers Included

First, I will start with the obvious - another great issue. Good that is out of the way.

This issue brought about a mix of emotions. First, your rip my heart out with the scene between Proof and Lent. I wanted to jump into the pages of the comic and kick that guys butt. I have to assume that Julia, while supposedly intelligent, would choose a man like him because he is a man and it helps make her feel more normal. Everyone standing there can see what she means to Proof and she is blind to the fact. Then again they are going to get married here soon so she must wise up a little. I just question if the kid really Lent's child? If he is so sickened by the monkey would he actually be intimate with her? I know the real life story but since this is your book you can take the liberties.

I also expected Springheel Jack's keeper to be a grandma looking figure like he was some freak and lived with his mom. Seriously though do we have a case of a father that will let his son do anything out of love or is it something more?

Mi-Chen Po showed us a lot about his character in the hospital and his interactions with the Detective. "BOY". He also showed an allegiance to a human and considering how he turns out that is an interesting dynamic to his makeup. What is going to push him over the edge? Springheel kill his father and Proof is off messing around with Julia and wasn't around to help? [sorry reaching with guesses as usual]

The art was spectacular again and I hope that Riley is having as much fun drawing these period pieces as I am at reading them because it is really fun. The colors are great but I do find them so different than anything else that I would read that it takes my eyes a few minutes to adjust to the deeper tones.

Finally, Wayne is a smooth man in that jacket and medallion. I seriously want to see them show up at The Lodge and see an agent with an Afro. There is your next commission piece Riley, Proof with a 'Fro. Great introduction to Dover Demon.

I know I said FINALLY already but one more thing. Archie Snow is an intriguing character Kelly. Honestly, the early stories were nice and fun but you are starting to building enough of the character that I am anxious to see what happens next.

Well done by all involved and I cannot wait to take a few minutes and sit down and read it again to see what I might have missed.

- cheers

[Greg Anderson]

My shop ain't get this. :frown:

[mgs]

WARNING: SPOILERS!!!!!














hm.....so he can be hurt.

And good punch Proof!! You should beat him up, the racist bastard!!

[riley rossmo]

SPOILER






The punch to lent was the best thing to draw this issue really cathartic.

[ElDuderino456]

Hey everyone I just picked up the first trade a few days ago. Haven't had time to crack it open but all of the good word of mouth from this forum convinced me.

[kcviking]

Hey everyone I just picked up the first trade a few days ago. Haven't had time to crack it open but all of the good word of mouth from this forum convinced me.

Can't wait to hear/read your reaction.

btw its awesome:biggrin:

[ElDuderino456]

Can't wait to hear/read your reaction.

btw its awesome:biggrin:

I'll let you guys know for sure.

[michaeljsmith]

Hey everyone I just picked up the first trade a few days ago. Haven't had time to crack it open but all of the good word of mouth from this forum convinced me.

Can't wait to hear/read your reaction.

btw its awesome:biggrin:

I agree - it is awesome. This is my favorite comic month in and month out - love it :biggrin:

[ElDuderino456]

I agree - it is awesome. This is my favorite comic month in and month out - love it :biggrin:

Hey Brik do you know anything bout the new Spawn origins trades? Worth it or should i try to track down the older tpbs?

[michaeljsmith]

Hey Brik do you know anything bout the new Spawn origins trades? Worth it or should i try to track down the older tpbs?

I jumped down to the Spawn Thread to answer your question....

http://forums.comicbookresources.com/showpost.php?p=8871364&postcount=1262

[DonC]

Good news, my LCS finally got Volume 2 in. Bad news, since the owner had to call about it three times, they sent him three copies.

But I have it and I can't wait to read it.

[michaeljsmith]

Good news, my LCS finally got Volume 2 in. Bad news, since the owner had to call about it three times, they sent him three copies.

But I have it and I can't wait to read it.

Bad news? That is more good news. You talk it up to the owner, he recommends it to other customers and he sells them. That sounds like a win for everyone :biggrin:

[kcviking]

Another month another GREAT issue! Kudos to all involved(once again).

Do you know what day you'll be at Wizard Chicago?I suppose I'll have to start scoping out locations for the Proof party.:cool:

Please pass along congrats to Marck Labas for his outstanding work as well!

[michaeljsmith]

Another month another GREAT issue! Kudos to all involved(once again).

Do you know what day you'll be at Wizard Chicago?I suppose I'll have to start scoping out locations for the Proof party.:cool:

Please pass along congrats to Marck Labas for his outstanding work as well!

I cannot speak for the guys but I believe Alex will be attending WindyCity Con in September instead of Wizard World Chicago this year.


Regarding this issue, and I don't say this lightly, it is the BEST issue from cover to cover. Art, writing, back-up stories, Archie Snow, colors, everything. The new bar has been set.

[kcviking]

I cannot speak for the guys but I believe Alex will be attending WindyCity Con in September instead of Wizard World Chicago this year.


Regarding this issue, and I don't say this lightly, it is the BEST issue from cover to cover. Art, writing, back-up stories, Archie Snow, colors, everything. The new bar has been set.

Thanks for the info BrikHed.Much appreciated:cool:


After further thought and a re-reading I think you're right about this issue setting the bar.There's absolutely nothing bad about the issue.

p.s. Love your blog,btw.I'm off to the store for crunch berries!

[mgs]

Another Great issue!!! :smile:


And Autumn Song, what's the deal?!? :eek:

[michaeljsmith]

Thanks for the info BrikHed.Much appreciated:cool:


After further thought and a re-reading I think you're right about this issue setting the bar.There's absolutely nothing bad about the issue.

p.s. Love your blog,btw.I'm off to the store for crunch berries!

Thanks - you should stop by the Proof Forum at Image Comics (http://www.imagecomics.com/messageboard/viewforum.php?f=41), lots of good discussions about the book. :biggrin:

[Alex Grecian]

Holy crap! People are posting here and I had no idea. I'm supposed to be getting email notices about this sorta thing, damnit. :mad:

Thanks for the kind words, everybody.

Cons - I'm getting out quite a bit. I'll be at SDCC, Toronto EXPO and Windy City in Chicago. (I was originally planning to be at WWC, but Windy City invited me and I decided to give that a try instead.) I've also got store signings set up in Chicago and St. Louis.

Riley and Kelly will be at the Toronto Expo too (and maybe our colorist Dave). It's gonna be a big Proof party! Come see us. :cool:

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

WOW - a signing in Chicago :biggrin: I would guess it is someplace like Challengers but I am sure there will be an announcement at some point. I will have to keep an eye out for an announcement on this one....

[DonC]

It sucks that Alex won't be at Wizard World, I was hoping to meet him. But there's always next year.

Anyway, I haven't read the main feature yet (I might wait until the whole story is concluded), but I wanted to say that Marck Labas' art on the back-up was amazing. Now...what's the Cryptid War?

[michaeljsmith]

It sucks that Alex won't be at Wizard World, I was hoping to meet him. But there's always next year.

Anyway, I haven't read the main feature yet (I might wait until the whole story is concluded), but I wanted to say that Marck Labas' art on the back-up was amazing. Now...what's the Cryptid War?

Cryptid War is the BIG throw down that the book has building towards. Everyone will have to pick a side and it appears to be Mi-Po in one corner and Proof in the other :evilsmile:

[DonC]

I kind of figured that. I guess I should use smilies more often. :wink:


And, damn was the lead feature in #20 good.

[michaeljsmith]

I kind of figured that. I guess I should use smilies more often. :wink:


And, damn was the lead feature in #20 good.

I believe it was the best issue cover-to-cover to date.... and that is saying something :smile:

[growupalready]

I believe it was the best issue cover-to-cover to date.... and that is saying something :smile:

True dat, the back up was awesome! Archie Snow notsomuch..

[michaeljsmith]

I can honestly say the first 2 or 3 Archie Snow shorts did not grab me but once I sat down and read them all, I am really digging him as a character.

[DKeener]

And Autumn Song, what's the deal?!? :eek:

You had to see that coming if you had read the Company of Men arc, and what happened after that. :eek:

She's one of my favorite characters from the book. I know we're not supposed to like her, but I do. :cool:

[bidziilturner]

Great Work

[michaeljsmith]

You had to see that coming if you had read the Company of Men arc, and what happened after that. :eek:

She's one of my favorite characters from the book. I know we're not supposed to like her, but I do. :cool:

We all know that you have a crush on her

[Jimmykitty]

This thread is sticky! I know, I know.. I haven't been around lately!

[michaeljsmith]

This thread is sticky! I know, I know.. I haven't been around lately!


HMMM - what :confused: :biggrin:

[riley rossmo]

I guess I should post this

http://splashpage.mtv.com/2009/06/30/proof-optioned-as-animated-series-samuel-l-jackson-attached/

[michaeljsmith]

I cannot tell you guys how excited I am that this could be a reality - congratulations to Alex and Riley for all of your hardwork and putting out my favorite book each and every month.

[mgs]

I guess I should post this

http://splashpage.mtv.com/2009/06/30/proof-optioned-as-animated-series-samuel-l-jackson-attached/
CONGRATS!!!! :smile:
That would be awesome!

Though I'd still be more interested in the comic book stories, it would be great for all you who created it, to have something like this.


Oh, and this last issue didn't really have the emotional impact as the previous one, but I think it was a nice little wrap up to the storyline.

[michaeljsmith]

CONGRATS!!!! :smile:
Oh, and this last issue didn't really have the emotional impact as the previous one, but I think it was a nice little wrap up to the storyline.

The story is yet to be finished :wink: there is still more to this story arc to come, but I agree that issue #20 was just amazing. Best issue to date without question.

[michaeljsmith]

WOW - Alex and Riley you put on one page a scene that actually made me cringe as a reader. I was shocked and I was disturbed. I have never made an out loud reaction to a comic, you guys made me do that today. I actually just sat there staring at that page for a while.... that was impactful.

This was another fabulous issue and from a drama standpoint it does not get more intense than this one. I still contend that issue #20 might have been your best work to date but this issue is right up there as a close second. Proof continues to show he is more human than most of the characters in the book. I also liked and appreciated that we got some Ginger and Elvis in this issue. I liked the way the story flowed and I thought it was an amazing way to tell the story.

Riley was amazing as usual and the spash page with the train was pretty freaking sweet. You did an amazing job of telling the most heartbreaking part to this series and there was no dialogue or words. That scene was told with your art and you were on point.

Dave has really raised the bar on providing a beautiful backdrop through the use of color. This arc has been one of various pallets and tones and each has played out so well. I have been super impressed.

The back-up story was great and shows us that Nadine is really not as helpful for the Colonel as we originally thought. This is going to be a hard issue to sit on and wait a month for the next because I am cheering for Po to rip Lent's limbs off one by one and make him suffer.

[mgs]

HO-LEY CRAPP!!!! :eek:


That was the worst thing ever!!!:frown:
I can't believe....it was just horrible, I never thought it would get so bad!!! I was honestly in shock at the end!!!! He's sooo evil!!! One, then the other!!!!!!

I have to say, lately it's been the art that grabs me, but these last few issues....OMG!!!


And a great, creepy little backup! :wink:


Nicely done Sirs, nicely done.

[michaeljsmith]

HO-LEY CRAPP!!!! :eek:


.

That is sort of what I thought too

[DonC]

Allow me to add my "Holy Crap" to that last page. That was insane. I can't wait for more.

[michaeljsmith]

As much as I want this to end badly for Lent, I have a feeling it will not and that could be the rift that falls between Po and Proof.

[Harrison781]

its fantastic carry on.....

[mgs]

another fantastic issue! nice way to wrap up the Julia (real life and story versions) :smile:

But as much as Proof is willing to move on, I don't wanna!! :frown:

[michaeljsmith]

Looks like the next issue will be delayed one to two weeks due to an issue with the printers :frown:

[atlas689]

I really liked the change of pace for this past issue. I also like the whole freak show element of the recent flashbacks. The flashbacks reminded me of HBO's Carnivale so much so that it got me wondering if that was an influence upon the arc.

[michaeljsmith]

I am eager for the next issue - we get to jump ahead one year and see what is going on with The Lodge. I have to admit that it feels like forever since we have seen Proof, Ginger, and Elvis in action though.

[Predator]

Excuse me if I missed this earlier, but is Riley Rossmo off Proof now that Cowboy Ninja Viking is coming out?

[michaeljsmith]

Excuse me if I missed this earlier, but is Riley Rossmo off Proof now that Cowboy Ninja Viking is coming out?

NO! Cowboy Ninja Viking is just a four issue miniseries from Image Comics. Riley is still on Proof and will continue to be for the foreseeable future :smile:

[Alex Grecian]

That's right. CNV is a completely unrelated miniseries (although it's just been expanded to five issues, rather than four) and Riley's fast enough that working on it hasn't affected Proof at all. (Some production problems have affected Proof, causing #24 and #25 to run late, but we're trying to iron those out and get back on schedule.)

And Carnivale is one of those shows I know I'd like if I watched it, but I've never got around to it. Now I'll have to, huh? My guess is that the creator of that show and I were influenced by a lot of the same stuff.

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

Rumor is that Cowboy Ninja Viking was expanded because of the appearance of the dynamic character Sumo Rabbi Cyborg :wink:

As for Proof, I like that the last issue was a nice stand alone issue. I think that is a great formula to throw a stand alone in between story arcs to get our bearings and also to help new readers find a point to jump on board. I do however feel like it has been forever since we saw Proof and company in action. Julia was 100 years in the past, the latest issue was about our boy Joy the fairy, and next issue is 1 year in the future. Thank goodness for issue #26 and the BIG DATE with Bigfoot. :biggrin:

[mgs]

My guess is that the creator of that show and I were influenced by a lot of the same stuff.
Like Twin Peaks??!! :smile:

Yes, it (edit: HBO's Carnivale) was a very cool show, you should watch it. :wink:

[Alex Grecian]

Oh, yes, Twin Peaks. Loved that series!

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

I had a joke about a stripper and twin peaks but I will just keep on moving along :tongue:

[Jeff Bohn]

Odd listing in the coming PREVIEWS Order Form...

NOV09 0387 PROOF #28 (OF 28) (MR)

Misprint hopefully?

[michaeljsmith]

Odd listing in the coming PREVIEWS Order Form...

NOV09 0387 PROOF #28 (OF 28) (MR)

Misprint hopefully?

That does seem to be an odd thing to say :confused:

[NeoStar9X]

Will there a be an issue number being shot for with Proof? As in the title will end at a certain planned point (I think Y the Last Man did this for example) or will it simply continue on as long as possible?

Personally I always enjoy titles more when I know there will be an actual end at one point. That way I know that my time is well spent since I know there will be a beginning, middle, and finally a end to tie everything up. That way characters can go through real changes instead of the simple illusion of change that so many ongoing titles have.

[michaeljsmith]

This is the the "unofficial word" since I cannot speak for Proof though I think I can at times :eek:

Proof: Season One will conclude with issue #28. At that point Alex and Riley will be taking a small break and producing a four issue miniseries called The Yard about Victorian Age Scotland Yard (think of a McCracken-like story without McCracken from the Julia arc).

Proof: Season Two will then begin starting at issue #1 and running continuously after that.

Again that is the unofficial word sine my name is not Alex or Riley (and it isn't even Dave though more people should write letter to Dave Casey)

[Alex Grecian]

Yes, what Brik said.

"Season two" will run the same length as "season one."

Whether there's a "season three" or not will depend on whether we think we've got more stories to tell at that point. But Season Two will carry us through everything we planned out since the beginning of this series. When we've finished, you're going to see some very clear character arcs. Nothing will be the same as it was in Proof #1.

Breaking it in half may help new readers catch up to the book. We've got the best readers in comics, and the trades sell well, but we constantly hear that new people don't know where to jump on. We're giving everybody a clear point for that.

I'll have more to say as we wind up the next four issues (which we think we've filled with some pretty unexpected cliffhangers) and begin gearing up for Season Two.

-Alex

[dan bailey]

I'm a bit late to be commenting on the lastest issue, I know (after going to the doctor yesterday for a follow-up visit on an infected stye & being sent home with a prescription for Cipro because I've apparently been harboring a fever for days if not weeks, at least I've now got an excuse), but I wanted to say how much I liked the change of pace ... not that I didn't really, really like the Julia arc, because I did.

And not that I don't really, really like Riley's art, too, but I also dug whoever handled the pencils (& inks?) this time around.

I would go look the credits up, but, y'know, I'm too feverish to navigate the 'net with any sort of precision ...

[Alex Grecian]

Get better, Dan!

Chris Grine (Dark Horse's Chickenhare) stepped in to draw and color #24. That story was originally planned as a Proof annual and I was going to draw it myself, but I realized belatedly that I'm not that good an artist. :wink: Chris graciously offered to draw it for me and I didn't want to wait to release it as an annual, especially with our big 25th issue coming up.

I think he did a wonderful job with it and his style is just perfect for that fairy tale-esque story.

(Shameless plug: Chris and I also have an OGN coming out in January, through Image, called RocketBots. Check it out.)

-Alex

[dan bailey]

Chris Grine. Hmmm. I need to go back & look at the issue again (fever or not, I am of course here at work, soldiering on bravely & editing online submissions like the good corporate wage slave that I apparently am), but I'm pretty sure Mr. Grine has joined the ranks of my Buy Everything He Draws list.

[yoda510]

No questions, but just wanted to say these creators are super super nice...I got to meet them at a little show in Lawerence Kansas, and they rocked...and of course Proof is great too :)

[dan bailey]

Kansas, Schmansas ... when are they coming to Alabama?

(Then again, why in the name of all that's unholy would they?)

[DonC]

Odd listing in the coming PREVIEWS Order Form...

NOV09 0387 PROOF #28 (OF 28) (MR)

Misprint hopefully?

Yeah, that had me worried for a minute there. Glad to see the series isn't ending.

[SeritoNiN]

Just discovered this series bought the vol. 1 trade, loved it, bought vol. 2 and 3 today and plan on catching up with #17 - current after I read these two. Glad there's a second season coming. I was worried I got on board too late!

[michaeljsmith]

Just discovered this series bought the vol. 1 trade, loved it, bought vol. 2 and 3 today and plan on catching up with #17 - current after I read these two. Glad there's a second season coming. I was worried I got on board too late!

Welcome aboard - as I said in the other thread this is month-in and month-out my favorite book on the market. It is original, well written, wonderfully illustrated, and hits the solicitation date 24 out of 25 times to date. The exciting part for you now is you discovered the book and are able to be here to enjoy the end of the first season and able to jump on fresh with Season Two.

[SeritoNiN]

Welcome aboard - as I said in the other thread this is month-in and month-out my favorite book on the market. It is original, well written, wonderfully illustrated, and hits the solicitation date 24 out of 25 times to date. The exciting part for you now is you discovered the book and are able to be here to enjoy the end of the first season and able to jump on fresh with Season Two.

And look at that, a fellow Chicago comic reader! :biggrin:

[michaeljsmith]

And look at that, a fellow Chicago comic reader! :biggrin:

The CHICAGO part i a lie....I live in the Western 'burbs but who wants to see Naperville or Oswego as their location. :tongue:

Alex Grecian was just in town a couple of weeks ago for Windy City Con pimping Proof.

[SeritoNiN]

Just finished the second and third volumes. Absolutely great book here.

I've talked to Dan Didio about something I don't see enough of in comics, which is back and fourth scenes. I used the series, "52" as an example. I loved how you would get 3 pages of Booster Gold, then 2 pages of Black Adam, then a page of The Atom, then 2 more pages of Booster Gold. It was very tv episode-esque.

Proof did a great job of doing this, especially in the third volume with the Thunder Bird arc. Going back and fourth between Proof, Elvis and Marc, the Golem, just fantastic writing, you're left hanging in the middle of the book and then you get more, like each section keeps you reading to find out what happens next. I absolutely love it.

Most comics these days, you either get one story focusing on one party or person, or you et 2 pages of something else going on that has little or no focus to it and then isn't mentioned again until next issue, Proof on the other hand keeps the pacing of every premise interesting and gives you just enough of everything at the right time.

Will there be a volume 4 released or do I have to hunt down the individual issues? Either way, I'll be here throughout Season 2. Fantastic &%$#ing book!

[michaeljsmith]

Just finished the second and third volumes. Absolutely great book here.

I've talked to Dan Didio about something I don't see enough of in comics, which is back and fourth scenes. I used the series, "52" as an example. I loved how you would get 3 pages of Booster Gold, then 2 pages of Black Adam, then a page of The Atom, then 2 more pages of Booster Gold. It was very tv episode-esque.

Proof did a great job of doing this, especially in the third volume with the Thunder Bird arc. Going back and fourth between Proof, Elvis and Marc, the Golem, just fantastic writing, you're left hanging in the middle of the book and then you get more, like each section keeps you reading to find out what happens next. I absolutely love it.

Most comics these days, you either get one story focusing on one party or person, or you et 2 pages of something else going on that has little or no focus to it and then isn't mentioned again until next issue, Proof on the other hand keeps the pacing of every premise interesting and gives you just enough of everything at the right time.

Will there be a volume 4 released or do I have to hunt down the individual issues? Either way, I'll be here throughout Season 2. Fantastic &%$#ing book!

Yes, there will be a fourth volume but it will be February at the earliest. Please make sure to jump on Season Two with the singles

[sHayden]

just read the first volume of this in trade. phenomenal stuff. With this, Bomb Queen, and Chew, Image is putting out some amazing stuff!

[michaeljsmith]

just read the first volume of this in trade. phenomenal stuff. With this, Bomb Queen, and Chew, Image is putting out some amazing stuff!

Throw in The Walking Dead, Invincible, and Cowboy Ninja Viking (also from Proof artist Riley Rossmo) as other top notch titles :cool:

[SeritoNiN]

And while it ships horribly don't forget Bad Dog which is an awesome book.

[michaeljsmith]

And while it ships horribly don't forget Bad Dog which is an awesome book.

If you want a wonderful book with a terrible schedule there is another title from the Man of Action studios within Image Comics called Four Eyes

[riley rossmo]

Proof and Bad dog should meet, or fight or maybe fight n team up.

[dan bailey]

If you want a wonderful book with a terrible schedule there is another title from the Man of Action studios within Image Comics called Four Eyes

With Bad Dog, Four Eyes, Phonogram , Godland, Bomb Queen & Perhapanauts as examples, I'm almost tempted to postulate some sort of inverse proportion between quality & frequency of schedule ...

... though of course Proof screws that model up. As does Invincible. And Walking Dead. And Jersey Gods.

[michaeljsmith]

With Bad Dog, Four Eyes, Phonogram , Godland, Bomb Queen & Perhapanauts as examples, I'm almost tempted to postulate some sort of inverse proportion between quality & frequency of schedule ...

... though of course Proof screws that model up. As does Invincible. And Walking Dead. And Jersey Gods.

...and Chew :evilsmile:

[dan bailey]

Yes, indeed. Not sure why I blanked on Chew. (Most recent ish was in my massive HeavyInk shipment that arrived yesterday; I haven't had a chance to read it yet.)

[SeritoNiN]

Any word on when issue #25 will be in shops?

[michaeljsmith]

My initial guess is next week since this is the first time the book has been late I cannot imagine it being more than 2 weeks late. I could be wrong though :redface:

[SeritoNiN]

Does the writer still post here at all? Be nice to talk with him.

Thanks for the info on #25. Can't wait!

[michaeljsmith]

I think Alex stops by - his notifications from this thread seem to turn off a lot... I will kick him in the butt and drag him over here :biggrin:

[Alex Grecian]

Hey, I'm here. Don't know why I don't get notices, since I subscribe to this thread. I check in anyway, once in a while. Guess I need to increase the frequency of my checking.

I'm really not sure when #25's shipping. When we finally decided to be late, we went all out with it. :redface:

But it looks like 26-28 will ship pretty rapidly after that.

I'll update you all once I know what's going on.

-Alex

[michaeljsmith]

I'm really not sure when #25's shipping. When we finally decided to be late, we went all out with it. :redface:

::evil stare in Alex's direction::

sooner would be better than later :redface:

[SeritoNiN]

Hey, I'm here. Don't know why I don't get notices, since I subscribe to this thread. I check in anyway, once in a while. Guess I need to increase the frequency of my checking.

I'm really not sure when #25's shipping. When we finally decided to be late, we went all out with it. :redface:

But it looks like 26-28 will ship pretty rapidly after that.

I'll update you all once I know what's going on.

-Alex

Well I personally can't complain seeing as in the last week I read the first 24 issues, I think I can wait a month or so for the next. :biggrin:

Great series!!! I hope it goes past Season 2.

[400yrs]

I've talked to Dan Didio about something I don't see enough of in comics, which is back and fourth scenes. I used the series, "52" as an example. I loved how you would get 3 pages of Booster Gold, then 2 pages of Black Adam, then a page of The Atom, then 2 more pages of Booster Gold. It was very tv episode-esque.

I love this storytelling element too for the same reason. You are right that Grecian uses this well. Kirkman often uses it in Invincible too. If it's used right, it keeps the story moving at a nice pace and keeps interest.

It's probably not the easiest way to write a book, but when it's done well like in Invincible and Proof, it just makes the books that much better.

[400yrs]

If you want a wonderful book with a terrible schedule there is another title from the Man of Action studios within Image Comics called Four Eyes

I think the new Four Eyes is out next week. Another late shipping book that I still haven't given up on (wondering if it's done though) is Golly! Damn, I want to read a #5.

[michaeljsmith]

I think the new Four Eyes is out next week. Another late shipping book that I still haven't given up on (wondering if it's done though) is Golly! Damn, I want to read a #5.

Yes, GOLLY! is another great book that I want to release the next issue :redface:

[Schmakt]

Phil Hester has said (on the Image boards) that they still plan to release this; he's just waiting on the art from Brook...

I was on the fence about this book, but then I started to really dig it, and now it kind of disappeared. Still plan to get 5 when it comes out, but I've definitely lost most of my excitement for it.

(EDIT: link to the Golly! thread at ImageComics.com: http://imagecomics.com/messageboard/viewtopic.php?t=45937&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0)

I did, however, finally read Proof 24 last night (after re-reading Thunderbirds Are Go! in TPB form for the first time... )

The lack of Riley was a little jolting, but I thought 24 was a really fun issue that seemed to really drop a lot of clues... or at least potential clues. And the art fit the story very well. Very interesting to learn about the Chupacabra / Fairies relationship... Can't wait to get back to Elvis, Marc, Joe, Ginger, Leander, and... what's that little furball thing?...

oh yeah...

QUI, THE INK MONKEY!! :)

[michaeljsmith]

Well we will have to wait one more issue before we are back to the norm because issue #25 is one year in the future and Proof, Elvis and Ginger are all NOT in it