Cosplay Spotlight: HDC Cosplay

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“With every new project, there is a honing of skill, acquisition of knowledge, and overall improvement of this passion to create. With every mistake, we grow as creators and never be afraid to move forward.” – HDC Cosplay Today’s cosplay spotlight is HDC Cosplay. A fantastic cosplayer and prop maker. PopCultHQ –  What is your favorite material to work with? HDC Cosplay – This is tough but I think I’m going to have to say closed cell foam for its versatility. Be it L200 or something with more density, it can be used in props and armor and to emulate

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[Interview] Writer Shawn Gabborin of Action Lab: Danger Zone’s BLACK BETTY – Launching January 2018

Zombie Tramp. Vampblade. DollFace. Three tentpole characters at Action Lab: Danger Zone, who recently teamed up as the Danger Doll Squad. But now a new face has entered their universe…”Black” Betty Walker. BLACK BETTY made her debut (and first appearance, y’all!) in this past year’s Halloween ComicFest offering by Action Lab. She’s one badass woman who gets the job done when it comes to killing monsters. But only if she’s gonna get paid! This new character created by Shawn Gabborin (Puppet Master, Fracture) will make her series debut with BLACK BETTY #1 this coming February. Based off the preview, Betty

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[Comic Book Review] NINJA-K #1 from Valiant Entertainment

PopCultHQ received a review copy of NINJA-K #1 from Valiant Entertainment. Available November 15th, 2017, the creative team for this series features writing from Christos Gage, art from Tomas Giorello, colors by Diego Rodriguez, and lettering from A Larger World Studios. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… NINJA-K #1 Written by Christos Gage Art by Tomas Giorello Colors by Diego Rodriguez Letters by A Larger World Studios Cover A by Trevor Hairsine Cover B by Lucas Troya Interlocking Variant by Kenneth Rocafort Ninjak Icon Variant by David Mack Brushed Metal Variant by Mico Suayan $3.99 | 40 pgs. | T+ | On Sale NOVEMBER

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[Comic Book Review] MAGE: THE HERO DENIED #4 from Image Comics

PopCultHQ received a review copy of MAGE: THE HERO DENIED #4 from Image Comics. Available November 15th, 2017, the creative team for this series features writing and art from Matt Wagner, colors by Brennan Wagner, and lettering from Dave Lanphear. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… MAGE: THE HERO DENIED #4 Writer: Matt Wagner Artist: Matt Wagner Colorist: Brennan Wagner Letterer: Dave Lanphear Cover Artist: Matt Wagner In Shops: November 15, 2017 SRP: $3.99 The adventures of Kevin Matchstick continue in the final part of creator MATT WAGNER’s classic trilogy of comics fantasy. In order to buy time for his family’s ultimate protection, Kevin has made a

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[Comic Book Review] BLOODSHOT SALVATION #3 from Valiant Entertainment

PopCultHQ received a review copy of BLOODSHOT SALVATION #3 from Valiant Entertainment. Available November 15th, 2017, the creative team for this series features writing from Jeff Lemire, art from Lewis LaRosa and Mico Suayan, colors by Brian Reber and Diego Rodriguez , and lettering from Simon Bowland. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… BLOODSHOT SALVATION #3 Written by Jeff Lemire Art by Lewis LaRosa and Mico Suayan Colors by Brian Reber and Diego Rodriguez Letters by Simon Bowland Cover A (Standard) by Kenneth Rocafort Cover B (Villains) by Monika Palosz Cover C (Battle Damaged) by Jay Anacleto Interlocking Variant by Greg Smallwood Bloodshot Icon Variant

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[Interview] Writer Daniel Kibblesmith of Valiant Entertainment’s QUANTUM AND WOODY! (2017)

  When many people hear the name Daniel Kibblesmith, they’ll usually cite his work as a comedy writer on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. But this December, Daniel’s name will become synonymous with “rising comic book writer” when he takes the wheel at Valiant Entertainment‘s return of QUANTUM AND WOODY! This December, four-time-offending writer Daniel Kibblesmith and taser-proof artist Kano (Daredevil) give the Valiant Universe the adjective-worthy superheroes it deserves: QUANTUM AND WOODY! The Emmy-nominated writer/comedian took time out of his busy schedule (much appreciated!) to chat with us about the upcoming series. Hear how the writer studied up on Eric

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[Interview] Dan Mendoza of SAD GIRL PSYCHO BABY from Still Ill Princess Publishing – Now on Kickstarter! Over 450% Funded!

  Creator. Writer. Artist. And now Dan Mendoza is adding publisher to his many list of credentials thanks to his latest project SAD GIRL PSYCHO BABY. Launched on Kickstarter 12 days ago, the title from Dan’s all-new publishing label, Still Ill Princess, has been a massive success. With a goal of $8,000, the campaign took off and was fully funded on the first day! Wha-wha-what?! Yeah, it was on fire on launch day. But even more remarakable is how the Kickstarter is now over 450% funded! That’s with over two weeks left!!! You may be familiar with his creation Zombie Tramp or his

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Cosplay Spotlight: Sean Cho

Today’s cosplay spotlight is MisterXero aka Sean Cho. Not only is he an excellent cosplayer, he is also a prop master. He has been designing and creating intricately detailed props for years. You can find a few of his props for sale at his online shop. He does more than merely 3D print, he turns them into true works of art. His master craftsmanship truly shows in his cosplay. We asked Sean to randomly choose a few questions for his interview, and here are the results: PopCultHQ – What is your favorite movie? Sean – One of my favorite movies is

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[Comic Book Review] Black Mask Studios’ 4 KIDS WALK INTO A BANK TPB by Matthew Rosenberg, Tyler Boss & Thomas Mauer #NCBD

PopCultHQ received a review copy of 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank TPB from Black Mask Studios. Available November 8th, 2017, the creative team for this series features writing from Matthew Rosenberg, art and colors from Tyler Boss, and lettering from Thomas Mauer. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of…   4 Kids Walk Into A Bank TPB Writer: Matthew Rosenberg Artist: Tyler Boss Letterer: Thomas Mauer Cover Artist: Tyler Boss In Shops: November 8th, 2017 SRP: $14.99 4 KIDS WALK INTO A BANK is the darkly comedic story of four burgeoning child criminals and their elaborate plans. When a group of bumbling

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[Interview] Writer Zack Kaplan of PORT OF EARTH #1 from Image Comics/Top Cow Productions

Zack Kaplan. Writer. Poker Player. Sci-fi Specialist. Zack Kaplan went “All-In” last year by having readers #FearTheSun with the science fiction series he wrote entitled ECLIPSE, which garnered great success and was an instant hit. This Wednesday, the writer is debuting an all-new title in the genre. Kaplan has teamed up with all-star artist Andrea Mutti for the gritty, new series PORT OF EARTH, available November 8th from Image Comics and Top Cow Productions. And from our advance look at the debut issue, he’s flopped a monster (poker talk) and the chips will be coming his way. PORT OF EARTH #1 Writer: Zack

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