The latest issue of Paragon, the long-running British anthology, is seeking seeking a modest amount of support on Kickstarter.
Another bonkers, brilliant collection of one-off stories and serials, this issue is a great jumping on point for new readers, with glorious covers by Mitz and Mal Earl on offer.
In this issue…
• Bulldog – the anthropomorphic defender of the skies above Blighty – by Jason Cobley and Garry Wharton. Last issue, the gallant Captain had been flung forward in time to meet some old friends – and battle the Inspectorate from Ofsta. Will he survive? Who else from his past will turn up? And what deal with the devil will he have to make?
• Misty-style thrills in Old Crooked Bill, where young Hannah is horribly bullied at her new school and seeks revenge, illustrated by Scott Twells
• Jikan by Mark Howard with art by El Chivo – the time travelling demon hunting Japanese warrior is captured in his own personal hell, being tormented by a familiar demon. But who is it and what is his motive?
Plus, a complete adventure for Spencer Nero by creators Greg Meldrum and Dave Candlish and you have one helluva comic!
Nero is a British agent obsessed with ancient Rome (and punching Nazis) who finds himself up against Black Shuck, the lethal black dog of folk-legend. How will he best the demon dog? Buy the comic and find out!
• Check out Paragon Issue 34 here on Kickstarter
The founder of downthetubes, which he established in 1998. John works as a comics and magazine editor, writer, and on promotional work for the Lakes International Comic Art Festival. He is currently editor of Star Trek Explorer, published by Titan – his third tour of duty on the title originally titled Star Trek Magazine.
Working in British comics publishing since the 1980s, his credits include editor of titles such as Doctor Who Magazine, Babylon 5 Magazine, and more. He also edited the comics anthology STRIP Magazine and edited several audio comics for ROK Comics. He has also edited several comic collections, including volumes of “Charley’s War” and “Dan Dare”.
He’s the writer of “Pilgrim: Secrets and Lies” for B7 Comics; “Crucible”, a creator-owned project with 2000AD artist Smuzz; and “Death Duty” and “Skow Dogs” with Dave Hailwood.
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