Mad Cave Studios has revealed their plans for New York Comic Con 2024, including four panels, giveaways, multiple autographs and exclusive variant covers. First up, here’s their signing schedule at booth 3441 at the Javits Center:
Thursday, October 17th:
1:00 pm – Rich Duke (a phone call)
2:00 pm – Jim Califio & Didio (Earth Defender)
3:00 pm – Gary Moloney & Daniel Romero (When the blood dries up)
4:00 pm – David “DB” Andry (Morning Star)Friday, October 18:
11:00 am – Jeremy Adams, Lee Loveridge & Will Conrad (flash gordon)
12:00 noon – Dennis Culver & Louis Southard (flash gordon quarterly)
1:00 pm – Mark London & David Barron (hell)
2:00 pm – Zach Kaplan (dark void)
3:00 pm – Alex Segura & Gerardo Borges (Dick Tracy)
4:00 pm – Amit Tishler & Elliot Speer (the last watchman)
5:00 pm – Oliver Bly (Mushroom Knight)Saturday, October 19th:
12:30pm – Joe Quesada (Amazing comics)
2:00 pm – Steve Orlando, Chris Battista& Kath Lobo (Gageman)
5:00 pm – Sam Freeman (hound), David Peppers (The devil on my face), Fred Van Lent (murder kingdom)Sunday, October 20:
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Winx Club Special pop-up window
2:00 pm – chocolallo, Jeremy Whitley & Richard Hamilton (Navigate with you, teketiv, king arthur)
this Winx Club Created to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Italian animated series, the pop-up will offer photo opportunities, fairy-tale makeup by the Milan Production Beauty Academy, as well as makeup kits, graphic novels, pins and tote bags and more Giveaway.
The following panels will focus on the Papercutz and Amazing Comics brands, as well as the publisher’s horror comics and Saturday morning cartoons. Fans who attend the Saturday Morning Cartoon panel will receive a special New York Comic Con x Mad Cave Studios exclusive cereal box filled with prizes from Tatsunoko Productions, 41 Entertainment and King Features Syndicate:
Explore imaginative new worlds with Papercutz!
Friday, October 18, 2024
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Family Headquarters: Workshop 1E01Enter the imaginative world of Papercutz and your creativity has no limits! An outstanding cast of talented creators including Gabriel Valentin, Art Baltazar, Franco and Scott Chantler group to explore the process of constructing a comic book world. In this interactive session, young readers and aspiring artists will have the opportunity to participate in lively Q&A and discover how their favorite characters and stories come to life. But that’s not all! Attendees will work with creators to design their own unique worlds and characters, turning imagination into reality.
Whether you’re a budding artist, a curious reader, or just looking for a creative adventure, this panel will provide you with an unforgettable experience filled with fun, laughter, and inspiration. Bring your ideas, questions, and excitement and let’s create something extraordinary together!
Panel members: Art Baltazar, Franco, Gabriel Valentine, Scott Chantler, Spencer Nellis
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Great Comic Q&A with Joe Quesada
Saturday, October 19, 2024
10:30am – 11:30am
Room 408Following this landmark announcement at San Diego Comic-Con, join legendary comic book creator Joe Quesada for an exclusive panel discussion at New York Comic Con where he will delve into the world of Amazing Comics and his role in the comics industry history. Building on the excitement of SDCC’s collaboration with Mad Cave Studios and DuPuis, Joe will explore the creative process behind his new brand that has captured the imagination of fans around the world. Get the chance to participate in a live Q&A with the man who is once again reshaping the comics landscape, and receive a free copy of The Disciples: Quarto 1, an exclusive preview of the first Amazing Comics NYCC title, and a very special Amazing Comics Golden ticket.
Panel members: Joe Quesada and special guests
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Saturday Morning Cartoons: From Screen to Comics
Saturday, October 19, 2024
11:00 am – 12:00 noon
Room 406.3Step into a world where your favorite Saturday morning cartoons are presented in a whole new way! Join us for an exciting panel discussion as top creators and editors from Mad Cave Studios discuss the art of transforming iconic animated series into compelling comic book adventures. Learn about the creative process of bringing beloved characters from screen to paper, and how these stories are reimagined for a new generation.
Writer Joe Corallo talks about re-translating the classic “King Arthur” episodes he grew up watching into graphic novels, bringing his unique perspective to the legendary tales. Author Dan Didio shares his insights into building the next generation of “The Defenders” in the film, breathing new life into the legendary team of heroes. Editor Lauren Hitzhusen talks about her journey of reimagining the art and storytelling of the beloved cartoon series, blending nostalgia with fresh ideas. Steve Orlando and Chris Bautista discuss the exciting challenges of adapting the popular Japanese anime “Gageman” into a thrilling manga that stays true to its roots and appeals to new audiences. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of these iconic series or just curious about the creative process behind classic animated adaptations, this panel promises to give you a fresh and exciting trip down memory lane. Don’t miss your chance to hear from the talented minds behind these comic book adaptations and get exclusive insights into the world of Saturday morning cartoons brought to life in the comics!
Panel members: Chase! Pangborn, Chris Bautista, Joe Corallo, Maya Lopez, Mike Martz, Steve Orlando, Lauren Hijusson
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The Quiet Page: The Art of Fear
Saturday, October 19, 2024
3:15pm – 4:15pm
Room 409On-screen horror films have long used storytelling devices such as jump scares, manipulative pacing, and suspenseful music to create an eerie atmosphere and create a sense of fear. But how do you master the art of telling a truly terrifying story on the page? Creators of horror comics and novels have mastered the art of evoking these emotions purely through dialogue, still images, or scrolling. Whether you’re a horror fan, an aspiring creator, or just curious about the inner workings of fear-inducing storytelling, hear from some of the biggest names (and most twisted minds) in horror storytelling today. How they create scares in horror stories.
Panel members: Red, Meredith Moriarty, Patrick Horvath, Rotum Rusak, Sam Freeman, Sian Mandrake
Finally, NYCC’s Mad Cave 2024 will feature the following variant covers:
swordsmith #1 by miranda brothers
dark void #1 by Martin Symonds
murder kingdom #1 by Caitlin Yaskey
Earth Defender #1 by Alex Savick
Revolution 9 #1 by Dan Panosian
wolf hour #1 by Dustin Nguyen
Dick Tracy #1 by Francisco Francavilla
flash gordon go through Ian Churchill
Gageman #1 by Michael Cho and the Escosa Brothers
the last watchman #1 by Marco Ferrari
Soul Reaver #1 by Todo Hristov
When the blood dries up #1 by Meredith McLaren
