When books feature guest artists, sometimes they are simply marriages of convenience – someone needs a break, and a fill-in is required. Other times, the pairing is so inspired that you can’t help but marvel at the circumstances that brought everything together. Such is the case with “Astro City” #47. Mike Norton (“Revival,” “B.P.R.D.”) first got notoriety for his webcomic “Battlepug,” so having him draw a G-Dog issue is a stroke of genius. His style perfectly meshes with the world that Busiek has cultivated over the past 100+ issues and, hopefully, this isn’t the last we see of Norton on this title. We are thrilled to share an exclusive first look at the issue, which comes out on September 6.
Written by Kurt BusiekCover by Alex Ross
Illustrated by Mike Norton
Colored by Pete Pantazis
Lettered by ComicraftMeet G-Dog, possibly ASTRO CITY’s most unusual superhero ever. Half man, half dog—but who’s running the show? The answers will change a life, reveal another hero’s deepest secrets, and possibly, just possibly, save the world. Oh, who are we kidding…they’ll definitely change the world. Do you see that handsome face? Also featuring Honor Guard, with guest art by Mike Norton (Revival, Battlepug).
Thanks to DC/Vertigo for the preview, and make sure to pick up the issue on Wednesday!
