The Joker's cut a bloody path through Britain's heroes, hauling a reluctant Jarvis Poker in tow for a front-row view of the carnage. It's up to Knight and Squire to figure out who is really behind these mysterious murders before another hero is taken as a victim.
Read the exciting conclusion to Paul Cornell & Jimmy Broxton's acclaimed miniseries when KNIGHT & SQUIRE #6 hits stores next week!
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From Superman vs. Muhammad Ali to even stranger appearances such as Orson Welles and John Walsh, celebrities have a long tradition of showing up in the DC Universe. This year won't be any different, as British comedian and television host Jonathan Ross will appear in next months’ KNIGHT & SQUIRE #5.
Here are a few words about Mr. Ross's cameo from the Knight & Squire creative team:
It's an absolute pleasure to feature Britain's most famous comic fan, collector and now professional in an issue of Knight and Squire, and thanks very much to Jonathan for being such a sport in allowing it to happen. I'm only sorry we haven't given him powers and a costume.
- Paul Cornell
Capturing Mr. Ross's boyish good looks and natural charm was an artistic challenge, getting his suit right, an artistic triumph!
- Jimmy Broxton
Look out for Jonathan Ross in KNIGHT & SQUIRE #5, on sale in February.
It may or may not be good to be the King, but it's definitely an amazing time to be a Batman fan. Month in and month out, the writers and artists are knocking out some great books with a truly distinctive look and feel to them. Take Paul Cornell and Jimmy Broxton's wry, action packed mini-series KNIGHT AND SQUIRE: it's funny, playful and, in just two issues, the series has introduced a slew of memorable and quirky new villains.
In issue 3, on sale Wednesday, they deliver their unique take on a classic villain: Richard III. Something tells me that William Shakespeare probably didn't envision Richard III trying to take back the country through the use of social networking and a cloned army of all the worst Kings of England.
The issue is chock full of cool nuggets, like Squire's advice about how to play the rumour columns to your advantage and the revelation that someone's uncovered the Squire's secret identity.
Can't wait til Wednesday? Here's a look inside.
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In this second issue from the team of writer Paul Cornell and artist Jimmy Broxton, our trusty heroes venture into rural England – or as they know it, home. But when someone starts using dangerous dark magic, they spring into action only to face a surprising and unassuming enemy. Can they take down a powerful magical enemy with their usual wit and charm? Let’s hope so.
KNIGHT AND SQUIRE #2 hits Wednesday.
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I interrupt my usual DC Nation-ness to bring you, the DC Comics reader, a very important announcement: The comics shipping this month are freaking awesome! I know you're thinking "But Ian, the comics are awesome every month!" and you're totally right - they are - but this month features so many special items I wanted to make sure that you were perfectly clear on the degree of amazing we've got going on. Throughout October we are bringing you specials, new projects, new formats, new beginnings, and much more. I'll be dedicating this space to more specific coverage of some of these projects later on, but for now let's review some of what you can expect to see:
- Bruce Wayne - The Road Home Specials
These specials include Batman & Robin, Red Robin, Batgirl, Outsiders, Catwoman, Commissioner Gordon, Oracle and Ra's al Ghul and set the status quo for the hotly anticipated...
- Action Comics #894
Paul Cornell welcomes Death from Sandman to the DCU in monumental issue that also features the debut of the Jimmy Olsen co-feature by Nick Spencer. Mr. Cornell also delivers Knight & Squire #1 this month so be sure to say thank you when you see him, OK?
- Untold Tales of Blackest Night #1
Check out these missing scenes from Blackest Night by Geoff Johns, Peter Tomasi and JT Krul.
- Teen Titans #88
And speaking of Mr. Krul, we are pleased to welcome him and artist Nicola Scott as the new creative team behind Teen Titans. This is the start of a new era for the team, so be sure to check this out!
- DC Comics Presents
Presenting an all-new format aimed at collecting rare stories or stories never seen before. These 100-page spectaculars will be coming at you every month with material from both the DCU and Vertigo. This month you can check out volumes focusing on Brightest Day, Superman, Batman, Green Lantern and Young Justice. Trust me - you're gonna love these.
So that's some list of comic-y goodness, huh?
I haven't even had time to mention the JSA 80-Page Giant, JLA/The 99, DCU Halloween Special, Batman: Hidden Treasures or the return of the Black Lanterns in Brightest Day. Be sure to check back here and on The Source (dcublog.com) for more info all month long. Now get out there and start reading!
Be seeing you,
— Ian Sattler Senior Story Editor, DCU
You’ve heard from Paul Cornell and K&S Editor Janelle Siegel. You’ve seen a few pages. But why not check out a few more from the first issue of writer Cornell and artist Jimmy Broxton’s mini-series, which hits tomorrow? Hop across the Atlantic and visit a city with its own duo of crime-fighters much like Batman and Robin – but not.
And in a secret pub within the city where villains and heroes meet, a magic spell is broken, and the Knight and Squire are forced to keep the peace. Can they do it? We’ll see. In the meantime, look over the pages below to tide you over until KNIGHT AND SQUIRE #1 hits tomorrow.
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Gotham’s got the Dynamic Duo – but that’s not the only powerful pair of vigilantes protecting a major metropolis. London has Knight and Squire, the British heroes and frequent allies of Batman and Robin. And in a secret pub within the city where peace is kept magically, heroes and villains alike gather over a pint and talk about their day. But magic, as we all know, is a fickle thing – so what happens when the barriers are dropped and a building packed with heroes and villains confront each other at the same time? Well, it’s up to Knight and Squire to keep the peace, and that’s obviously no small task. But don’t take my word for it. Writer Paul Cornell, what say you?
“I think Knight and Squire is some of my best comics work. I'm getting the chance to wildly invent, and it turns out that whatever I invent, James can draw! It's been huge fun. I think that comes over. I'm hoping The Milkman will get a solo ongoing.”
Thanks, Paul! And now, here’s a first look at a few pages from KNIGHT AND SQUIRE #1, by Cornell and artist Jimmy Broxton.
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