This week on the show: Conan his here, and Rodrigo is out, but that doesn't mean we won't still dish out advice for a nickel a pop. That's right boys and girls the fun still continues at Stately Spoiler Manor in the latest edition of the Major Spoilers Podcast. NEWS Marvel gives away free digital copies for all $3.99 books LINK REVIEWS Stephen WARLORD OF MARS #16 32 pages FC • $3.99 • Mature Written by ARVID NELSON Art by EDGAR SALAZAR Covers by JOE JUSKO (50%), LUCIO PARRILLO (50%), STEPHEN SADOWSKI (1-in-15) “Risqué art” Retailer incentive cover by ALÉ GARZA “Martian Red” Retailer incentive cover by STEPHEN SADOWSKI John Carter is finally united with the son he never knew. The two of them face bloody death in the great arena of Issus, Goddess of Life Eternal. No one has ever escaped from the arena of Issus before, but Carter and his son might have a thing or two to teach this false goddess about religion -- the old fashioned way, at the end of a sword point! Hair-raising escapes, devious villainy, and an embarrassing revelation or two await you in Warlord of Mars Issue 16: Flight and Pursuit! [rating:3/5] JIMMY Justice League International #7 With the Signal Men defeated and Earth saved from certain annihilation, the members of Justice League International expected to bask in glory and appreciation. Such is not the case as a new threat, one far more dangerous than anyone dared suspect, emerges and attacks with dire results, forever altering the team and sending it in a bold, new and unexpected direction. [rating:4/5] Matthew Fairest #1 Writer: Bill Willingham Artist: Phil Jimenez Publisher: Vertigo Cover Price: $2.99 New York Times best-selling, award-winning creator Bill Willingham presents a new series starring the female FABLES. Balancing horror, humor and adventure, FAIREST explores the secret histories of Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel, Cinderella, The Snow Queen, Thumbelina, Snow White, Rose Red and others.The first 6 issue arc follows the misadventures of Briar Rose after she is stolen away by the goblin army in FABLES #107. Fan-favorite artist Phil Jimenez (WONDER WOMAN, THE INVISIBLES) returns to Vertigo to pencil the opening storyline. Award-winning cover artist Adam Hughes (WONDER WOMAN, BATGIRL) provides covers, starting with a wraparound cover on issue #1.Future arcs will be written by 2011 Arthur C. Clarke winner Lauren Beukes with art by Inaki Miranda, and iZOMBIE scribe Chris Roberson with art by Shawn McManus! And remember: They may be beautiful, but there will be blood. [rating:4.5/5] Major Spoilers Poll of the Week This week, it’s time to put your reputation on the line and profess your love for your favorite Star Wars movie. [poll id="224"] LINK Discussion: Conan Volume 11: Road of Kings Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Mike Hawthorne Inker: John Lucas, Jason Gorder Colorist: Dave Stewart, Dan Jackson Cover Artist: Doug Wheatley The journey down the legendary Road of Kings is no walk in the park. Being a skilled fighter will only get you so far; you’ll also need plenty of gold to keep you going. Luckily, Conan and his companions are skilled at separating the wealthy from their spare treasure! But they’ll have to brave monsters, pursuing guards, and the sword-handed Gamesh if they’re to reach their final destination. Collects Conan: Road of Kings #1-#6. Contact us at [email protected] Call the Major Spoilers Hotline at (785) 727-1939. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

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