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Huh? · 02-09-2005, 11:39 AM

I didn't see it on the list of books at my LCS website. Does anyone know?

Huh? · 03-31-2005, 02:36 PM

So, I am guessing that this was cancelled before it even got to press. Does anyone know?

Scott Beeler · 04-02-2005, 03:07 PM

I think it's a little too early to assume that it's cancelled. It's a full month late, which is not unprecendented for a comic. For a first issue, yes, very unfortunate, but I still wouldn't write it off completely.

Huh? · 04-04-2005, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Scott Beeler

I think it's a little too early to assume that it's cancelled. It's a full month late, which is not unprecendented for a comic. For a first issue, yes, very unfortunate, but I still wouldn't write it off completely.

Very true, indeed. It's just that nobody has really heard anything on it, and I have always been a "glass half empty" guy anyway. :)

Apathy Boy · 04-05-2005, 12:38 AM

Woo hoo! We have an ATHEIST #1 sighting! Diamond has it listed as coming out on April 13.

With Image these days, it seems like you have to add 4-12 weeks to the announced ship date before you can actually get the comic in your hands.

Huh? · 04-12-2005, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apathy Boy

Woo hoo! We have an ATHEIST #1 sighting! Diamond has it listed as coming out on April 13.

With Image these days, it seems like you have to add 4-12 weeks to the announced ship date before you can actually get the comic in your hands.

I did indeed see it listed at my LCS as arriving tomorrow. After you read it, check back at this thread and we will discuss.

Apathy Boy · 04-18-2005, 11:49 PM

Awesome, awesome book. Don MacPherson at The Fourth Rail said THE ATHEIST had a GLOBAL FREQUENCY vibe to it, and damned if he wasn't right (though Sharpe's already a more interesting character than anyone who appeared in the latter series).

As a godless heathen, I'm mildly disappointed that this book isn't really about atheism. But since Phil Hester rightfully pointed out that evil always converges in Winnipeg, I'll cut him some slack on that point.

(Random change of subject: is "atheist" the only word to break the "I before E, except after C" rule?)

Huh? · 04-19-2005, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Apathy Boy

Awesome, awesome book. Don MacPherson at The Fourth Rail said THE ATHEIST had a GLOBAL FREQUENCY vibe to it, and damned if he wasn't right (though Sharpe's already a more interesting character than anyone who appeared in the latter series).

As a godless heathen, I'm mildly disappointed that this book isn't really about atheism. But since Phil Hester rightfully pointed out that evil always converges in Winnipeg, I'll cut him some slack on that point.

(Random change of subject: is "atheist" the only word to break the "I before E, except after C" rule?)

Well, there is monotheist as well, but that is basically the same type of word as atheist.

glecharles · 05-12-2005, 08:01 AM

Where's the discussion of The Atheist? Excellent comic!

A black-and-white thriller with a tinge of horror, Hester and McCrea have fashioned a taut debut issue that effectively sets the stage for both an intriguing storyline and an engaging lead character. Antoine Sharpe, dubbed "the Atheist" by his government handlers, has lept onto my top 10 list of favorite characters ever! Hester delivers an engaging story, showing Sharpe in action and firmly establishing not only the character, but the overall premise as well: dead people are inexplicably, and seemingly randomly, taking over the bodies of the living. "I see. Reincarnated people."

McCrea does a great job of laying out what is predominantly well-written, well-paced exposition and setup, effectively using shadows, facial expressions and body language to develop the cast of characters, major and minor, without ever falling into the talking head trap. It's for comics like this one that I'll be happily cutting back on the Big Two's spandex set.

Track down the first issue if you haven't picked it up already. Both Midtown and Mile High have it available online, with Midtown selling it at a discount off its cover price!

josh straightedge · 05-13-2005, 03:06 AM

I enjoyed this a lot.

McCrea's pencilwork is more of a serious style, not as silly as his Demon or Hitman work. And why Phil Hester doesn't write more I'll never understand. The Coffin was genius and this is shaping up to be good also.

Apathy Boy · 09-03-2005, 05:43 PM

Hot diggety damn. This is probably the best book I'm reading right now.

Issue #2 was awesome. A being composed of sentient "smart" cancer cells? Icky but cool.

VMLB · 09-06-2005, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Apathy Boy

Hot diggety damn. This is probably the best book I'm reading right now.

Issue #2 was awesome. A being composed of sentient "smart" cancer cells? Icky but cool.

I agree. This book is one of the best, most unexpected surprises of the year. It's nice when a book improves from Issue #1.

zilla31 · 09-07-2005, 09:51 AM

def a great read... any idea when #3 is out? can't wait...

Huh? · 09-07-2005, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by zilla31

def a great read... any idea when #3 is out? can't wait...

November (10 characters)

Phil Hester · 09-10-2005, 03:32 PM

Antoine Sharpe's worst enemy so far has been the Justice League. John's been in their employ lately, but should be freed up soon. #3 will definitely ship in Nov. Something actually happens this issue, too.

The good news is: we've been green lit for another arc. This one will be a little more science fiction oriented, but features the same caustic lead we've all come to love. Tentatively entitled Scylla. Remote influencing, imagined beings, killer robots, crime families and Sharpe's first real arch nemesis.

So glad you've enjoyed it. May be some film/TV news soon, I hope.

05-12-2005, 08:01 AM	#9
glecharles Malcontent Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bronx, NY Posts: 29	Where's the discussion of The Atheist? Excellent comic! A black-and-white thriller with a tinge of horror, Hester and McCrea have fashioned a taut debut issue that effectively sets the stage for both an intriguing storyline and an engaging lead character. Antoine Sharpe, dubbed "the Atheist" by his government handlers, has lept onto my top 10 list of favorite characters ever! Hester delivers an engaging story, showing Sharpe in action and firmly establishing not only the character, but the overall premise as well: dead people are inexplicably, and seemingly randomly, taking over the bodies of the living. "I see. Reincarnated people." McCrea does a great job of laying out what is predominantly well-written, well-paced exposition and setup, effectively using shadows, facial expressions and body language to develop the cast of characters, major and minor, without ever falling into the talking head trap. It's for comics like this one that I'll be happily cutting back on the Big Two's spandex set. Track down the first issue if you haven't picked it up already. Both Midtown and Mile High have it available online, with Midtown selling it at a discount off its cover price! __________________ Guy LeCharles Gonzalez Proprietor: Comic Book Commentary 2005 TOP 10 100 Girls, Amelia Rules!, Bumperboy Loses His Marbles, Conan, Elk's Run, Fade From Grace, Gotham Central, The Losers, Runners: Bad Goods, Skyscrapers of the Midwest

05-13-2005, 03:06 AM	#10
josh straightedge Sacri-licious! Join Date: May 2004 Location: Salt Lake Posts: 571	I enjoyed this a lot. McCrea's pencilwork is more of a serious style, not as silly as his Demon or Hitman work. And why Phil Hester doesn't write more I'll never understand. The Coffin was genius and this is shaping up to be good also. __________________ 4th Down And Hell To Go - Updated every once in a while. It's mostly about comics.

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02-09-2005, 11:39 AM	#1
Huh? Me Likey Bouncy Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,004	Is The Atheist #1 Shipping Late? I didn't see it on the list of books at my LCS website. Does anyone know? __________________ John Hancock

03-31-2005, 02:36 PM	#2
Huh? Me Likey Bouncy Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,004	So, I am guessing that this was cancelled before it even got to press. Does anyone know? __________________ John Hancock

04-02-2005, 03:07 PM	#3
Scott Beeler Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 365	I think it's a little too early to assume that it's cancelled. It's a full month late, which is not unprecendented for a comic. For a first issue, yes, very unfortunate, but I still wouldn't write it off completely.

04-05-2005, 12:38 AM	#5
Apathy Boy Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 1,643	Woo hoo! We have an ATHEIST #1 sighting! Diamond has it listed as coming out on April 13. With Image these days, it seems like you have to add 4-12 weeks to the announced ship date before you can actually get the comic in your hands.

04-18-2005, 11:49 PM	#7
Apathy Boy Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 1,643	Awesome, awesome book. Don MacPherson at The Fourth Rail said THE ATHEIST had a GLOBAL FREQUENCY vibe to it, and damned if he wasn't right (though Sharpe's already a more interesting character than anyone who appeared in the latter series). As a godless heathen, I'm mildly disappointed that this book isn't really about atheism. But since Phil Hester rightfully pointed out that evil always converges in Winnipeg, I'll cut him some slack on that point. (Random change of subject: is "atheist" the only word to break the "I before E, except after C" rule?)

09-03-2005, 05:43 PM	#11
Apathy Boy Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 1,643	Hot diggety damn. This is probably the best book I'm reading right now. Issue #2 was awesome. A being composed of sentient "smart" cancer cells? Icky but cool.

09-07-2005, 09:51 AM	#13
zilla31 Hulk SMASH! Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 480	def a great read... any idea when #3 is out? can't wait...

09-10-2005, 03:32 PM	#15
Phil Hester New Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Iowa Posts: 89	Antoine Sharpe's worst enemy so far has been the Justice League. John's been in their employ lately, but should be freed up soon. #3 will definitely ship in Nov. Something actually happens this issue, too. The good news is: we've been green lit for another arc. This one will be a little more science fiction oriented, but features the same caustic lead we've all come to love. Tentatively entitled Scylla. Remote influencing, imagined beings, killer robots, crime families and Sharpe's first real arch nemesis. So glad you've enjoyed it. May be some film/TV news soon, I hope.