Moon Knight

[rascal_father]

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Beginning in February 2006, the six-issue limited series Moon Knight: The Bottom will be drawn by (wait for it…) New Avengers David Finch and written by Charlie Huston.

If you perhaps spend more time at your local comic book shop than your neighborhood Barnes & Noble, Huston is the latest author (joining the likes of Brad Meltzer, Orson Scott Card, and Jonathan Lethem ) to crossover to comics. The 37 year-old is writer of the crime/capers Caught Stealing and Six Bad Things (as part of a trilogy starring the character Hank Thompson), and an upcoming Vampire novel, Already Dead.

Joe Quesada calls Moon Knight, introduced in 1973’s Werewolf by Night, “A true cult favorite among Marvel fans.”

”We are thrilled to reintroduce the series into the Marvel Universe,” said Quesada in a statement. “With Charlie’s powerful storytelling and love of the original story, the new run not only will entertain long time Moon Knight fans, but also create a whole new audience of comic book readers.”

Huston is described as an avid comic book reader growing up with a penchant for darker material. His limited series centers on Marc Spector facing the idea that his time as a hero may be up.

”His knees are hamburger, his personal relationships are self-inflicted wreckage, and his god has abandoned him. But Moon Knight soon realizes he has a lot of unfinished business. Someone is gonna get their teeth kicked in.”

“I’ve always been a huge fan of Doug Moench’s original Moon Knight series,” said Huston. “His dark themes tackled complicated issues and served up moral quandaries for the men and women in tights. I don’t think it can be done any better than it was by Moench, but I will certainly try to do Moon Knight justice. One thing I will promise fans – it will be dark!”

For fans maybe not totally up to Moon Knight speed, Marvel describes him as one of their most unique heroes.

”Faced with certain death, the mercenary Marc Spector collapsed before a statue of the Egyptian moon god, Khonshu. In exchange for saving his life, Khonshu conscripted Spector as his instrument of vengeance on Earth. As Moon Knight, Spector employs multiple personalities and a violent, sometimes deadly, brand of vigilante justice in the darkest corners of New York City.”

As for Finch, and the future of New Avengers in light of this announcement, Brian Bendis told Newsarama that issue will be addressed by one of no less than six announcements he will make at his Friday panel at next month’s Wizardworld: Chicago.

"It will surprise and delight," he said.

[gogetter]

Which universe will this be set in?

[rascal_father]

should be set in the ultimate universe.

[Jedi Chard]

I've always thought of 70s Moon Knight...

...as a rip-off of the Batman. Hope they re-imagine his character much better this time around.

And drop the French guy alter-ego too!
Chard

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MOON KNIGHT #1
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Pencils & Cover by DAVID FINCH
“THE BOTTOM” Part 1 (of 6)
The Fist of Khonshu is back and badder than ever, courtesy of acclaimed novelist Charlie Huston (Caught Stealing, Six Bad Things) and red-hot, fan-favorite artist David Finch (NEW AVENGERS). Marc Specter used to talk to God. His god anyway. Khonshu -- God of the Moon, God of Vengeance -- saved Spector’s life, brought him to glory, made him a hero. Made him Moon Knight. But what Khonshu gives, he also takes away. And once he takes, he takes for good. Spector learned this the hard way, spiraling into madness, depression and worse. But he also remembers. Remembers what it felt like to jump off the top of a six-story tenement, cloak spread behind him. Remembers the feel of cartilage and bone exploding beneath his fists. Remembers the fun stuff. Now Specter wants back in the game. Will Khonshu hear his prayer?
32 PGS./Rated T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.99

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MOON KNIGHT #2
Written by Charlie Huston
Pencils & Cover by David Finch
"Fear, More Than God": Marc Spector lies awake every night, questions and fears haunting his thoughts. Because one night on windswept rooftop, he squared off against his greatest nemesis and something truly dreadful happened. Something Spector can't put behind him, nor should. Something Khonshu won't let him. The night is young and the moon is full. The worst is yet to come for Marc Spector. Part 2 (of 6).
32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99

http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/May06/main/MOONKN002_COVcol.jpg

[meow]

this looks like a dark story :evil:

[gogetter]

Will be picking this up, art looks good.

[MSth08]

pick up david finch's ascension too.
the art is definitely awesome...

[gogetter]

I got Ascension too, was a sucker for Image titles back in those days.

[MSth08]

I got Ascension too, was a sucker for Image titles back in those days.

so was my fren, sizzling hot covers and awesome illustration...=))

[gogetter]

Yeah lor, picked up almost everything that Wildstorm and Top Cow dished out.

[MSth08]

http://www.newsarama.com/NYCC/Marvel/Mondo/MK3cvrInks.jpg

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[rascal_father]

marvels always have some really cool stables of heroes and villains as compare to DC. Though DC still has that bed rock in Batman and Superman, the rest are probably second tier heroes.

I really hope they could do a cool Cap America movie, and continue the Hulk franchise(the Ang Lee directed was really good, I watched it again and find that it was done well, Maybe probably ahead of its time)

[MSth08]

more previews of moon knight #1, schedule to release on 06/apr.

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[rookiyong]

I was thinking of collecting 1 or 2 English comics...this one looks quite good, maybe can start off :thinking:

[MSth08]

I was thinking of collecting 1 or 2 English comics...this one looks quite good, maybe can start off :thinking:

bro, welcome aboard...

its a good start off for u...u won't regret getting this issue, the penciller is david finch...one of the good penciller ard...~~~~

[gogetter]

Yeah bro, it's a good choice. This series is a brand new start and it's not tie to Civil War or anything, thus you won't be confused by what's happening elsewhere.

[rookiyong]

So it will be released on 20th Mar locally? I will check out the stores. Pardon to ask...what's the normal price like, in case I kenna robert :salute:

[MSth08]

typo mistake, it will be release on 05/apr (USA), locally will be on 6/apr.
it's US $2.99, the local english shop's rate is approximately *1.8

i will update here if it has release...

[rookiyong]

typo mistake, it will be release on 05/apr (USA), locally will be on 6/apr.
it's US $2.99, the local english shop's rate is approximately *1.8

i will update here if it has release...

Thanks bro! Since only 6 issues, can try it out...I like this kind of drawing style :supz:

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Moon Knight #1 Variant Sketch Cover 1 in 25

http://store1.yimg.com/I/wizarduniverse_1889_16790180

[gogetter]

Is that a sketch cover, I tot it's already inked, just missing the colours only.:thinking:

[MSth08]

oops...my mistake, the finally one isn't out yet~~~:D

[rascal_father]

that b/w issue really reminds me of Splatt's run of MK. Now looking back at those issues, can imagine how far story writting and art has progress. By the way, whatever happened to Splatt?

[gogetter]

I think he's no longer drawing comics.

[Fire]

solid skill sia....great details....:o
rookie, don consider liao...must get it liao loh..since its nice and short....worth collectin...i oso want to collect this series.....:D

[MSth08]

check up the below link for the 1st 11 lettered pages

http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/MoonKnight/01/MoonKnight01.htm

[rookiyong]

Yeah, this one I will get because of the artwork. Really the type that I like :rock:

[gogetter]

Marvel is probably testing water with this limited series, if it proves to be popular, I think an ongoing series won't be too far away.

[MSth08]

MOON KNIGHT #3
Written by Charlie Huston
Pencils & Cover by David Finch
"To The Bone": One night on windswept rooftop, Moon Knight squared off against his greatest nemesis -- Bushman -- and something truly dreadful happened. Something Spector can't put behind him, nor should. Something Khonshu won't let him. You see, someone's about to pick a fight with Marc Spector. The night is young and there's a bad moon rising. Brace yourself for the modt brutal battle you've ever seen! Part 3 (of 6).

http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/Jun06/MOONKN003COV_col_final.jpg

[MSth08]

issue 1 is out this week....:)

[MSth08]

flipped thru' MK #1 today, the art looks good since it is pencilled by david finch. get it fast before it is gone~~~~ :)

[MSth08]

previews of moon knight #2

http://www.newsarama.com/JoeFridays/JF46art/MOONKN002002_col.jpg

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[rookiyong]

Great, have been waiting for this :hello:

[MSth08]

MOON KNIGHT #4
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Pencils & Cover by DAVID FINCH
On sale July 2006.

Someone out there knows all the angles on Marc Spector. They know his strengths and his weaknesses -- and just how much pressure to apply to make him snap. About 250 pounds of sculpted muscle and cocksure attitude, to be exact. Enter: Taskmaster! (If you thought Moon Knight’s battle with Bushmaster was brutal, you’ve got another thing coming.)

http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/July06/comics/MOONKN004cov_col.jpg

[rookiyong]

I just got the 1st issue. Although it is cheaper than Justice, but is the cover usually this way? I mean non-laminated? :thinking:

[MSth08]

I just got the 1st issue. Although it is cheaper than Justice, but is the cover usually this way? I mean non-laminated? :thinking:

yes, u r right...:)

[MSth08]

preview arts of issue 2

http://www.newsarama.com/JoeFridays/JF47art/MOONKN002001_col.jpg

http://www.newsarama.com/JoeFridays/JF47art/MOONKN002005_col.jpg

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MOON KNIGHT #5
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Pencils & Cover by DAVID FINCH

“The Bottom: Friendless and Alone”
They promised Taskmaster that Marc Spector would be a sitting duck. When Taskmaster was done with his work, Spector would be battered, bruised, friendless and, most important, alone. Only one problem: Spector is not alone. He’s got a friend. His name is Khonshu. And today, he’s got Moon Knight’s back. It’s time for round two. Part 5 (of 6).

http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/Aug06/Moon_Knight_5.jpg

[MSth08]

previews of issue 3, will be in store next week 15/jun
http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0606/07/moonknight3c.jpg

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MOON KNIGHT #6
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Pencils & Cover by DAVID FINCH
Bloody Variant Cover by DAVID FINCH
Conclusion to first story arc!

“Glories Such As These”: It’s never about speed or slick moves or razor-sharp reflexes. It’s about what you can take. It’s about how much pain you can absorb. How many times you can hit the mat, bloody and dazed, and still get up. That’s where glory is forged. That’s where one earns the grace of God. Or in this case, Khonshu, God of Vengeance. Marc Spector’s taken their best shot. Taskmaster. The Profile. The entire Committee. Question is, are they ready for his?

in stores on Sept. 27
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[gogetter]

Wah, this title is really quite violent, there's enough blood and gore to give it a 'mature' rating.

[MSth08]

from the pages of comics continuum...

preview of issue 4,in stores on July 26.
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[MSth08]

issue 4 is finally out this week....:)

[MSth08]

from the pages of comics continuum...

normal cover of issue 7.
http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0608/13/moonknight7.jpg

[gogetter]

Next issue will be Moonie vs Taskmaster!:supz:

[MSth08]

from the pages of comics continuum....

preview of issue 5, on sale sept 21
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[MSth08]

MOON KNIGHT #8
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Pencils & Cover by DAVID FINCH
“MIDNIGHT SUN: PART TWO: THE DEAD DON’T STAY”
CASUALTIES OF WAR TIE-IN!

Only three months back on the job, and they’re crawling out of the woodwork. The gangsters and hoods with old axes to grind -- them you expected, but not this guy: Someone who knows you, someone who wants your undivided attention and is willing to do anything to get it. And certainly not the fugitive Captain America, who shows up at your doorstep, wanting a word. Maybe he thinks he can harness all your excess energy into something useful...something that can aid him in his grudge match with Tony Stark in the CIVIL WAR tearing through the Marvel U? Maybe this war is worth winning at any cost? And you get to thinking...

http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/Dec06/MOONKN008_cov.jpg

[MSth08]

Marvel is probably testing water with this limited series, if it proves to be popular, I think an ongoing series won't be too far away.

i have just realised it has become an on-going series after issue 6, the mini-series supposed to end at issue 6.

[gogetter]

Yeah lor, I think after the first or second issue came out they changed the status to ongoing series. Personally I'm getting tired of the art, think he over-emphasized the physique, kinda reminds me of Rob Liefield.

[MSth08]

at least the overall art done by david finich is better....

[MSth08]

MOON KNIGHT #9
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Pencils and Cover by DAVID FINCH

“MIDNIGHT SUN: PART 3: FOR THE OCCASION”
Bodies, torn limb from limb. All for your benefit. This guy wanted your undivided attention--and he got it. Now he wants more. Now he wants your blood. You knew he was coming, but you had no idea who he was…or what he had become. He’s out of your league and you know it. You’re gonna need help, God help you. And that’s exactly what God’s gonna give you.

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from the pages of comics continuum...

preview of issue 6, on sale nov 16th :
http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0611/08/moonknight61.jpg

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MOON KNIGHT #9
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Penciled by MICO SUAYAN
Cover by DAVID FINCH
“MIDNIGHT SUN: PART 3: FOR THE OCCASION”
THE SECOND ARC OF THIS RED-HOT SERIES

He’s through baiting you, taunting you. He’s ready to throw down. A ghost from your past with an intimate knowledge of your moves. And when he’s through with you, you’re really gonna need to pray to your God. To Khonshu. Because this guy, he wants your “A Game” in round two. He wants the whole Moon Knight experience. The truncheon. The blades. The ‘copter. The whole nine yards. Question is, are you prepared to bring it? Guest-Starring the Punisher!

in stores mar 2007
http://images.newsarama.com/marvelnew/Mar07/MOONKN009_cov.jpg

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from the pages of comics continuum...

preview of issue 7, on sale jan 5th :
http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0612/12/moonknight71.jpg

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from the pages of newsarama...

below link to the interview of the moon knight's new penciller mico suayan
from issue 9 to issue 12 :
http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=94678


http://www.newsarama.com/marvelnew/MoonKnight/Mico/MKsketch.jpg

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[gogetter]

The pencilled pages look beautiful, but sometimes the inking and colouring will spoilt everything.

[MSth08]

MOON KNIGHT #10
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Cover & Pencils by MICO SUAYAN
“MIDNIGHT SUN: PART 4: FOR THE OCCASION”
THE SECOND ARC OF THIS RED-HOT SERIES

He knows a thing or two about vengeance himself. He’s the Punisher. He’s crossed paths with Moon Knight in the past and though he might have forgotten, Marc Spector hasn’t. Is the City big enough for both of them?

On sale Apr 07
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MOON KNIGHT #11
Written by CHARLIE HUSTON
Penciled by MICO SUAYAN
Cover by ESAD RIBIC
“MIDNIGHT SUN: PART 5”
THE SECOND ARC OF THIS RED-HOT SERIES

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery… That is, unless your admirer wants to tear off your arm and use it as a baseball bat to cave in your skull. Which is exactly what an old acquaintance of Marc Spector intends to do. To survive, the man known as Moon Knight might have to look for help in unexpected places. Someone who can give him the psychological edge. Enter: The Profile.

on sale may 07
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