Author Archives: JimZub

Skullkickers Vol 2 In Stores Now!

Today\’s the day! Skullkickers Volume 2 arrives at your local comic shop!

Putting out 11 creator-owned issues in a year was a titanic task and this second collection of issues #6-11 is the culmination of that effort.

If you took the time to support our hard work by heading to your local comic shop and picking up a copy of the new book, it would warm our hearts.

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Our pals at Third Eye Comics have Skullkickers Volume 2 as their \”Pick of the Week\”.

\”The next slab of awesomeness that is SKULLKICKERS arrives tomorrow, and we know you’re stoked. This killer Image series has been keeping us hooked with its mix of buddy comedies like THE HANGOVER, and World of Warcraft/D&D-style fantasy settings. A great blend of humor that’ll appeal to anyone who digs just plain awesome comics.\”


Zub on the Next Issue Podcast

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Jim Zub was interviewed on the Next Issue podcast, talking about Skullkickers, Makeshift Miracle and other comic stuff in general. Good times ensue, check it out!


Phil Reed Talks Munchkin Skullkickers

Phil Reed from Steve Jackson Games discusses how the upcoming Munchkin Skullkickers game came to be at New York Comicon this year. Watch and enjoy.


SALE: Skullkickers digital issues 99¢ on comiXology!

As a lead up to the November 16th release of Skullkickers Volume 2, this week all digital issues of the series are 1/2 price at comiXology! Each issue is only 99 cents!

Buy, support, and share with your friends the joy that is Skullkickers.


Skullkickers Treasure Trove Hardcover Now For Sale Online!

Skullkickers Treasure Trove, a hardcover special collection of issues #1-11 jammed with bonus materials is now available for pre-order from your local comic shop or favorite book outlets.

With creator-owned comics like this pre-order numbers are crucial. They help retailers know that there’s interest in a series and allow us to set a more accurate print run. If you’re enjoying Skullkickers I hope you’ll consider pre-ordering Treasure Trove and tell your friends about it too:


ISBN-10: 1607063743
ISBN-13: 978-1607063742
Diamond Order Code: FEB12 0458

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SKULLKICKERS TREASURE TROVE VOL. 1 HC
story JIM ZUB
art EDWIN HUANG, CHRIS STEVENS & MISTY COATS
cover CHRIS STEVENS & SAEJIN OH

APRIL 4
300 PAGES / FC / TEEN
$34.99

In Skullkickers, two hard-headed mercenaries kill monsters and cause havoc in their search for money, fame and adventure. Along the way, they’ll gore goblins, smash skeletons, punch plant people and whomp werewolves.

This gorgeous oversized edition, loaded with extras and rarities, follows the Skullkickers through the first 11 issues of their cult hit comic series.

MTV Geek names Skullkickers one of their Top 10 “Best Series of 2011”, Ain’t It Cool News raves that “Everyone who loves comics should buy Skullkickers” and Bleeding Cool calls Skullkickers “the next Chew”.

Collects SKULLKICKERS #1-11, plus bonus material


SK Volume 2 Arrives Nov 16th!

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Our copies have arrived from the printer… Volume 2 is real!

On November 16th you\’ll be able to head to your local comic shop and pick up your own spiffy copy. Let your friendly retailer know you want to reserve yours and, what the heck, buy a couple dozen copies of Volume 1 while you\’re at it to hook your family and friends on the Skullkickers experience. 🙂


Zub on Graphic Policy Radio Tonight

Tonight at 8pm EST on the Graphic Policy radio show, Jim Zub will be a guest, chatting about all things Skullkickers, Makeshift Miracle and creator-owned comics. Click through to the site for the phone number to call in and submit your questions.


Skullkickers Vol. 2 Launch Signing in Toronto!

Jim Zub will be at The Beguiling on November 16th for the release of Skullkickers Vol. 2: Five Funerals and a Bucket of Blood. If you live in the Toronto area come out, get your copy signed and enjoy some brand new skull kicking!

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Skullkickers in Comics of Doom's Top 5

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Comics of Doom celebrated their 100th podcast episode with a special \”Top 5 Ongoing Series\” episode.

Hunter Camp places Skullkickers in his Top 5 favourites at the 4:05 mark of the podcast.

\”It exemplifies what a creator-owned comic can be.\”…\”No issue has disappointed me.\”