whetteon Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 I heard it was more of an ashcan. I needz one now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank J. Barbiere Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 Hey guys-- There are a few ashcans out there as well. Definitely very, very rare--the two I did had some pinups in the back and had unlettered, black & white pages in the back. I really can't remember how few of these I had...might be something a little crazy like 30 or so. Sorry I can't be more precise! I think they were mainly given out/sold at SDCC last year. Best, Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MutantKeys Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 Hope to meet you on Tuesday, Frank! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I like pie Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Ebay flooded by one guy. Put up 7 ECCC 9.8 slabs at once Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John91C Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 no blue labels yet, correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I like pie Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Haven't seen any Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accessndx Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Ebay flooded by one guy. Put up 7 ECCC 9.8 slabs at once What a clown.....seriously? Epic fail to compete against yourself on Ebay IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Linguini Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Ebay flooded by one guy. Put up 7 ECCC 9.8 slabs at once What a clown.....seriously? Epic fail to compete against yourself on Ebay IMO. They are all Buy it Nows. I don't see an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank J. Barbiere Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 Hey all, I'll be appearing at Dewey's Comic City in Madison this weekend. There will be some limited copies of the first printing, as well as first grabs at the second printing (from my personal comps) if anyone is in NJ. Best, Frank http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Meet-Image-Comics-Five-Ghosts-writer-FRANK-BARBIERE--THIS-Sat---April-13th-1-3pm-1st-printing-available-.html?soid=1103531196610&aid=VEVKPvaz6eg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synch Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 (edited) sell me a first print Ebay flooded by one guy. Put up 7 ECCC 9.8 slabs at once I don't see any cgc on ebay ... I been looking cause I want to grab one of this & east of west while they are new Edited April 9, 2013 by synch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexus Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Newsarama interview with Frank and Chris: http://www.newsarama.com/comics/five-ghosts-interview.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accessndx Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Nexus: TFTL!!! Here's the gem from the entire article: We've clearly laid the ground work for a fairly complex universe, so we're hoping we can continue as long as people will have us. I already have outlines for a second arc and I certainly know the “last” Five Ghosts story, so we're definitely inspired to keep things moving. I'm excited at seeing all the “seeds” that people are already catching—even in the first issue we've hinted at bigger pictures and a macro story. The first five issues do certainly tell a complete yarn, however, but it really leaves us open to further explore the universe. Translation = NOT going to be a miniseries and we're in the driver's seat. It's ready to explode if the readers demand it to be so. I love the fact that Chris is a student of the styles of so many classic artists... like Joe Kubert, John Buscema, Gene Colan, Alex Toth, Mike Mignola, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson, John Romita Jr.... It's apparent in his work and it speaks to me as a reader. I grew up with those artists and stylistically it appeals to me at a visceral level. I'll say it again: this comic hits all the right buttons. It's just too bad I've only got one issue to read.....I'm climbing the walls for the 2nd. Screw monthly releases.....someone change the trends to weekly releases!!! LMAO. We'll have to chain Frank and Chris to desks until they've completed the SECOND ARC....then we'll allow you guys to eat and have fun again...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zekebarrett Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Nexus: TFTL!!! Here's the gem from the entire article: We've clearly laid the ground work for a fairly complex universe, so we're hoping we can continue as long as people will have us. I already have outlines for a second arc and I certainly know the “last” Five Ghosts story, so we're definitely inspired to keep things moving. I'm excited at seeing all the “seeds” that people are already catching—even in the first issue we've hinted at bigger pictures and a macro story. The first five issues do certainly tell a complete yarn, however, but it really leaves us open to further explore the universe. Translation = NOT going to be a miniseries and we're in the driver's seat. It's ready to explode if the readers demand it to be so. I love the fact that Chris is a student of the styles of so many classic artists... like Joe Kubert, John Buscema, Gene Colan, Alex Toth, Mike Mignola, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson, John Romita Jr.... It's apparent in his work and it speaks to me as a reader. I grew up with those artists and stylistically it appeals to me at a visceral level. I'll say it again: this comic hits all the right buttons. It's just too bad I've only got one issue to read.....I'm climbing the walls for the 2nd. Screw monthly releases.....someone change the trends to weekly releases!!! LMAO. We'll have to chain Frank and Chris to desks until they've completed the SECOND ARC....then we'll allow you guys to eat and have fun again...... They have my support!! (thumbs u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike's Rack Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Nexus: TFTL!!! Here's the gem from the entire article: We've clearly laid the ground work for a fairly complex universe, so we're hoping we can continue as long as people will have us. I already have outlines for a second arc and I certainly know the “last” Five Ghosts story, so we're definitely inspired to keep things moving. I'm excited at seeing all the “seeds” that people are already catching—even in the first issue we've hinted at bigger pictures and a macro story. The first five issues do certainly tell a complete yarn, however, but it really leaves us open to further explore the universe. Translation = NOT going to be a miniseries and we're in the driver's seat. It's ready to explode if the readers demand it to be so. I love the fact that Chris is a student of the styles of so many classic artists... like Joe Kubert, John Buscema, Gene Colan, Alex Toth, Mike Mignola, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson, John Romita Jr.... It's apparent in his work and it speaks to me as a reader. I grew up with those artists and stylistically it appeals to me at a visceral level. I'll say it again: this comic hits all the right buttons. It's just too bad I've only got one issue to read.....I'm climbing the walls for the 2nd. Screw monthly releases.....someone change the trends to weekly releases!!! LMAO. We'll have to chain Frank and Chris to desks until they've completed the SECOND ARC....then we'll allow you guys to eat and have fun again...... I noticed this too and I think it his style is perfect for this book. It's like he taps into the "ghosts" of these great artists when he drafts the page. This is one of those rare occasions when a writer and artist are perfectly matched for the story they want to tell. I can't wait to see where this leads! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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the authority Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 I have purchased 7 number 1s from three different sources. Two different individuals from ebay and Midtown. Of these, 3 have been damaged. Is anybody else having trouble getting high quality copies ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accessndx Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 I have purchased 7 number 1s from three different sources. Two different individuals from ebay and Midtown. Of these, 3 have been damaged. Is anybody else having trouble getting high quality copies ? If you're referring to the printer creasing that appears about midway down the spine of the comic....then yes, mostly everyone has mentioned finding that defect. If you're referring to other types of "damage" then it may just be the copies you've obtained. There are of course ones that have 'less' or 'more' of this creasing. The ones that don't break color have demonstrated marked improvement with minimal pressing FYI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vhunter Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 one store I go to still have about 200 copies, but all have corner damage, seems like the shipping problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John91C Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Will post photos later but got my graded Five Ghosts ECCC variants in today, CGC 9.8 BLUE LABEL...unsigned and unnumbered x2! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accessndx Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Will post photos later but got my graded Five Ghosts ECCC variants in today, CGC 9.8 BLUE LABEL...unsigned and unnumbered x2! MONIE$!!! Do let us know if you're going to part with either of those gems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
