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Felicity Smoak from Arrow worked for Power Girl!

May 8th, 2013
by Shag.
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This one is for fans of the TV show Arrow, fans of Power Girl, or fans of Firestorm!

Back in Green Lantern/Power Girl #1 (Oct. 2000), Felicity Raymond (formerly Felicity Smoak) was shown working for Karen Starr (Power Girl’s secret identity). Apparently Felicity’s computer skills earned her a high-ranking position in Karen’s company, Starrware.

Felicity Smoak (Raymond) from Arrow as she appeared in Green Lantern/Power Girl #1

Green Lantern/Power Girl #1 (part of the Green Lantern: Circle of Fire crossover) was written by Scott Beatty, pencilled by Pete Woods, and inked by Andrew Pepoy & John Stanisci.

Green Lantern Power Girl #1 by Scott Beatty and Pete Woods

As you can see in the first panel above, Felicity appears older in the comics as compared to Emily Bett Rickards performance on Arrow. This is understandable as by this point in comics Felicity had quite a bit of life experience: a former manager for a New York software company, filed a lawsuit against Firestorm for negligence, married Ed Raymond, helped raise her college-aged stepson Ronnie Raymond, and furthered her career at other companies. She was a successful woman and not one to be crossed.

For contrast in appearance, below you’ll find an image of Emily Bett Rickards as Felicity Smoak on Arrow. Who knows, maybe this Felicity Smoak will ending up working for Power Girl someday too!

Emily Bett Rickards as Felicity Smoak on CW's Arrow

My thanks to Ed “The Unique Geek” for the heads-up on this comic appearance!

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Posted in: Comic books, Firestorm #05: Ron solo.
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Random Panel of the Day – Team-up with Aquaman Shrine!

May 7th, 2013
by Shag.
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Here is your random panel of the day! Since our favorite Sea King is featured in this panel, we’re sharing the fun with THE AQUAMAN SHRINE today! Swim over to King of the Seven Seas blog and check out their coverage of this same panel!

Take a guess where the panel is from, then check the image properties for the answer!

Firestorm versus Aquaman from the Batman: The Brave and the Bold episode,

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Posted in: Cartoons, Firestorm #07: Jason post-Infinite Crisis, Jason Rusch, Ronnie Raymond.
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Justice League #19, Aquaman #19, and Firestorm #19 Reviews – FIRE & WATER #51

May 6th, 2013
by Shag.
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Firestorm and Aquaman: The Fire and Water Podcast

The 51st episode of THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST is now available for your listening pleasure! THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST is the official podcast of FIRESTORM FAN and THE AQUAMAN SHRINE.

Shag and Rob discuss Justice League #19 by Geoff Johns, Ivan Reis, Joe Prado, Oclair Albert, and Rod Reis. Next we dive right into Aquaman #19 by Geoff Johns, Paul Pelletier, Sean Parsons, and Rod Reis, followed by The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Man #19 by Dan Jurgens, Ray McCarthy, Karl Kesel, and Hi-Fi color! We wrap up with another massive dose of Listener Feedback!

You can find the 51st episode of THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST on iTunes. While you’re there, please drop us a review on the iTunes page. Every comment helps! Alternatively, you may download the podcast by right-clicking here, choosing “Save Target/Link As”, and selecting a location on your computer to save the file (59 MB).

As always, thanks to my co-host Rob Kelly, Sea King of THE AQUAMAN SHRINE, for doing all the post-production on these episodes! Intro theme, “That Time is Now,” by Michael Kohler. Special thanks to Daniel Adams and Ashton Burge with their band The Bad Mamma Jammas for our fantastic original closing theme! This episode brought to you in part by InStockTrades.com!

Have a question or comment? Send us an e-mail at firewaterpodcast@comcast.net. Visit our Tumblr site at fireandwaterpodcast.tumblr.com.

Check out the fold-out covers to Fury of Firestorm#19, Justice League #19, and Aquaman #19 below!

Fury of Firestorm #19 cover by Dan Jurgens, Ray McCarthy, and Hi-Fi

Justice League #19 cover by Ivan Reis, Joe Prado, and Rod Reis

Aquaman #19 cover by Paul Pelletier

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Posted in: Comic books, Dan Jurgens, Firestorm #10: New 52 v2 (Ronnie/Jason), Firestorm comic vol. IV, Geoff Johns, Jason Rusch, Justice League of America, Killer Frost, Podcast, Rogues Gallery, Ronnie Raymond.
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DC Wall Calendar – 1986

May 1st, 2013
by Shag.
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Back in 1986 I desperately wanted a DC Comics wall calendar. Most old school fans probably remember the advertisement in the back of the DC Comics at the time. If not, you can check it out over on the DC Comics of the 1980s blog. The calendar consisted of eight different drawings, each by different artists. The overall poster design was by Ed Hannigan and Richard Bruning.

The images I’ve posted below were taken from the DC Comics of the 1980s blog. Just as an FYI, this is a different site than the one I promoted yesterday. Yes, you can now get your 1980s DC Comics fix from two different sites: DC Comics of the 1980s blog and DC in the 80s Tumblr!

DC Comics Wall Calendar from 1986

Below is the October block by Luke McDonnell and Jerry Ordway featuring Firestorm!

DC Comics Wall Calendar from 1986 featuring Firestorm by Luke McDonnell and Jerry Ordway

I simply had to post the April block featuring Blue Devil by Paris Cullins and Gary Martin!!

DC Comics Wall Calendar from 1986 featuring Blue Devil by Paris Cullins and Gary Martin

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Posted in: Firestorm #01: Original (Ronnie/Martin).
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Janus Directive Advertisement – 1989

Apr 30th, 2013
by Shag.
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Who remembers “The Janus Directive”? If you don’t, it was an 11-part crossover that ran through five DC comics back in mid-1989 (Checkmate, Suicide Squad, Manhunter, Captain Atom, and Firestorm). It wasn’t a marquee crossover, but was entertaining for those reading the espionage comics at the time. Personally, I was a big fan of Suicide Squad and Manhunter! The Elemental Firestorm played a minor role in this crossover and was primarily included because John Ostrander (the writer of Firestorm at the time) was directing this crossover.

I don’t have a lot of recollections of the crossover. I should probably dig it out of my collection and re-read it. Anyone remember it well?

Below you’ll see a house ad promoting the crossover. I found this ad over on the phenomenal DC in the 80s Tumblr! Be sure to check out that site, you won’t regret it!

Janus Directive advertisement

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Posted in: Advertisements, Comic books, Firestorm #03: Elemental I (Ron/Mikhail/clone), Firestorm comic vol. II, John Ostrander.
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Firestorm outsells Batman, Justice League & Green Lantern!!!

Apr 29th, 2013
by Shag.
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Brace yourself, Fury of Firestorm outsold the vast majority of other DC titles, including: Batman, Detective Comics, Justice League, Green Lantern, and Flash!!!

Astonishing, right?!?! … Alright, I know you are waiting for the catch. Here it is, the statement above is completely factual … for November 1985. A while back over on Jim Shooter’s blog, he posted some DC Comics sales data from November 1985. Below are the relevant documents.

DC Comics sales data for November 1985 from Jim Shooter's blog

DC Comics sales data for November 1985 from Jim Shooter's blog

It’s rewarding to see that Fury of Firestorm was such a top seller!

Here is a little information on the numbers themselves. The “draw” represents the composite of orders from various distributors (and thus the print run), while “sale” represents the supposed number of copies sold. There is a lot of debate as to what the true sales numbers were, plus what was the impact of newsstand versus direct market. For full details, be sure to check out Jim Shooter’s post on this.

Regardless of the exact sales figures, this data allows us to compare the individual comics to each other. Just take a moment and bask in the glory that Firestorm outsold so many other DC Comics. Could you imagine nowadays Fury of Firestorm outselling Batman, Justice League, or Green Lantern?!?! I know I can’t. Kind of hard to wrap my brain around the fact that Firestorm was so popular.

As a frame of reference, here are a few of the November 1985 covers: Fury of Firestorm #41 (by Gerry Conway & Rafael Kayanan), Batman #389, Justice League of America #244, and Green Lantern #194!

Fury of Firestorm #41 cover dated November 1985

Batman #389 cover dated November 1985

Justice League of America #244 cover dated November 1985

Green Lantern #194 cover dated November 1985

Great historical information! Anytime you see fanboys bashing on classic Firestorm, be sure to share this link with them. :)

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Posted in: Comic books, Firestorm #01: Original (Ronnie/Martin), Firestorm comic vol. II, Gerry Conway, Justice League of America, Rafael Kayanan.
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Direct Currents #16 Promoting Comics Shipping in May 1989

Apr 25th, 2013
by Shag.
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Check out the back cover of Direct Currents #16 from May 1989! It’s a “Collector’s Page” featuring our favorite hothead!

Direct Currents #16 back cover featuring Firestorm by Al Milgrom

If you aren’t familiar with Direct Currents, they were a free, promotional magazine containing approximately 8 pages, that solicited the titles being released by DC Comics that month. It was sort of like a monthly version of the DC Sampler that we discussed on the latest FIRE & WATER PODCAST. My local comic shop didn’t typically carry Direct Currents, so it was always a treat to find one in other shops. Just for fun, below is the cover to Direct Currents #16 promoting comics shipping in May 1989!

Direct Currents #16 cover

My thanks to Rob Kelly of The Aquaman Shrine for sending this my way! Thanks, Rob!

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Posted in: Advertisements, Al Milgrom, Comic books, Firestorm #01: Original (Ronnie/Martin), Firestorm comic vol. I.
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Go read THE FURY OF FIRESTORM: THE NUCLEAR MAN #19

Apr 24th, 2013
by Shag.
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Quit goofing around on the internet. Go read The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Man #19 in stores today! This issue features story and pencils by Dan Jurgens, finished ink art by Ray McCarthy & Karl Kesel, and colors by Hi-Fi! Let’s get out there and show our support for Firestorm! There may only be two issues left, but let’s make sure the title goes out on a high note! Be sure to pick up your copy today and tell your friends to also!

If you can’t get to the comic shop right now (what’s wrong with you?!?!), then head over to Science Fiction.com to check out a five page preview! Fair warning… this includes SPOILERS! Click here to check it out!

We’ll talk later. There’s lots to discuss. Be sure to leave your comments here!

 Fury of Firestorm #19 cover by Dan Jurgens, Ray McCarthy, and Hi-Fi Color

While you’re thinking about Firestorm, check out who is saying what today…

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Posted in: Comic books, Dan Jurgens, Firestorm #10: New 52 v2 (Ronnie/Jason), Firestorm comic vol. IV, Killer Frost.
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Fury of Firestorm #19 Preview – Includes Spoilers

Apr 23rd, 2013
by Shag.
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Warning, the following contains SPOILERS for The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Men #19.

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The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Man #19 goes on sale tomorrow! Check out the surprise “WTF” gatefold cover below! Click to enlarge!

Fury of Firestorm #19 cover by Dan Jurgens, Ray McCarthy, and Hi-FI

Typhoon, Black Bison, Multiplex, Killer Frost, Hyena, and Plastique (presumably)!?!?!? It’s a Match-head’s dream rogues gallery! Now… if only Slipknot were there too!  :)  Looks like Dan Jurgens managed to give us the majority of the classic rogues just before cancellation! Thanks, Dan!

If you can’t wait until tomorrow, head over to Science Fiction.com to check out a five page preview right now! Click here to check it out!

This issue features story and pencils by Dan Jurgens, finished ink art by Ray McCarthy & Karl Kesel, and colors by Hi-Fi! Let’s get out there and show our support for Firestorm! There may only be two issues left, but let’s make sure the title goes out on a high note! The story picks up right after Firestorm freed Ronnie’s mom! Be sure to buy a copy tomorrow and tell your friends to also!

Below are a few pages from the preview. Be sure to visit Science Fiction.com to see all five preview pages!

Fury of Firestorm #19 by Dan Jurgens, Ray McCathy, Karl Kesel, and Hi-Fi

Fury of Firestorm #19 by Dan Jurgens, Ray McCathy, Karl Kesel, and Hi-Fi

Don’t forget, pick up your copy of The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Man #19 tomorrow!

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Posted in: Dan Jurgens, Firestorm #10: New 52 v2 (Ronnie/Jason), Firestorm comic vol. IV, Killer Frost, Rogues Gallery.
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DC Sampler & Listener Feedback – FIRE & WATER #50

Apr 22nd, 2013
by Shag.
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Aquaman & Firestorm - The Fire and Water PodcastThe 50th episode of THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST is now available for your listening pleasure! THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST is the official podcast of FIRESTORM FAN and THE AQUAMAN SHRINE.

We celebrate our landmark 50th episode with special guest Diabolu Frank by discussing the three DC Sampler books from the 1980s! Be sure to visit our Tumblr site so you can follow along at fireandwaterpodcast.tumblr.com! We conclude the show with your Listener Feedback!.

Be sure to visit Frank’s blogs:

You can find the 50th episode of THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST on iTunes. While you’re there, please drop us a review on the iTunes page. Every comment helps! Alternatively, you may download the podcast by right-clicking here, choosing “Save Target/Link As”, and selecting a location on your computer to save the file (128 MB).

As always, thanks to my co-host Rob Kelly, Sea King of THE AQUAMAN SHRINE, for doing all the post-production on these episodes! Intro theme, “That Time is Now,” by Michael Kohler.

Have a question or comment? Send us an e-mail at firewaterpodcast@comcast.net.

Below check out the covers to the DC Samplers! To see every page from these comics, visit our Tumblr site!

DC Sampler #1 cover by Ed Hannigan & Dick Giordano from 1983! Click to enlarge!

1983 DC Sampler #1 cover by Ed Hannigan and Dick Giordano

DC Sampler #2 cover from 1984! Click to enlarge!

DC Sampler #2 cover from 1984

DC Sampler #3 cover by Fred Hembeck from 1984! Click to enlarge!

DC Sampler #3 cover by Fred Hembeck from 1984

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Posted in: Comic books, Firestorm #01: Original (Ronnie/Martin), Firestorm comic vol. II, Gerry Conway, Pat Broderick, Podcast.
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