For those that read the first ten issues of Tim Seeley’s Hack/Slash ongoing at Image, you were treated to a little back-up story from writers Michael Moreci and Steve Seeley as well as artist JM Ringuet called “Hoax Hunters.” It’s effectively about just that – a group of people who travel around the world investigating urban legends under the idea that they are running a reality show.
If you read it and enjoyed it, or if you missed it altogether, I have good news for you: Image is collecting all of the back-up material in a #0 issue come March 21st, and shortly there after a new ongoing is starting with Ringuet being replaced by Elephantmen artist Axel Medellin. Moreci was kind enough to share some promo art from Medellin. From what I’ve read, it’s a great book, and one that will only improve with Medellin on art and more time to expand the story. But don’t listen to me! Listen to top notch comic creators, like the ones below!
“Hoax Hunters is a book after my own heart. In fact, I wish I had created it. Anyone who loves smart, weird, breakneck, funny, scary, inventive comics should add Hoax Hunters to their pull list without delay or be labeled a heretic.”
–Phil Hester, FIREBREATHER, THE COFFIN
“With Hoax Hunters, you get the whole package: engaging characters, high-octane action, and severe creepiness. It’s a perfect blend of mystery, horror, and sci-fi. I’m hooked.”
–Cullen Bunn, THE SIXTH GUN
“If you like shows Destination Truth but think they could use more scarecrow astronauts and throat punches, then Hoax Hunters is the book for you: smart, funny and pure entertainment.”
–Justin Jordan, THE STRANGE TALENT OF LUTHER STRODE
Look for the #0 issue March 21st, with the fresh #1 launching soon thereafter.
