It appears as though I’ve skipped a few solicitations for upcomingMega Mancomic issues, notwithstanding theSonic / Mega Man crossoverbusiness. I know, right? For shame!
The latest ArchieMega ManI’ve discussed with you guys has been#17, the start of atwo-partmini-arc that explores Proto Man’s origins. I then failed to share#19, a one-shot issue that plants the ladies of the series in the spotlight and marks the introduction of Splash Woman into the comic universe.
Which brings us to #20, another one-shot entitled “Rock of Ages,” that will release in December in time for the franchise’s 25th anniversary. In this issue, Dr. Wily messes around with the time stream, sending Mega Man on a trip through history, essentially a retrospective of his gaming career. There’s also a variant cover by Archie artist Ryan Jampole which echoes Capcom’s early NES box art template. I don’t know what it is, but something about Jampole’s art seems off. I’m not totally digging it.
In addition,this month’s issueconcludes the “Spiritus ex Machina” arc, which means you’re able to expect a bound volume of all four issues in December as well. And speaking of bound volumes,Volume 3will be out later this month. It’s theMega Man 2adaptation, so it might be a good gateway for those who haven’t started following the series yet.
Mega Man is Ready to Rock in Mega Man #20, Variant Cover Revealed[The Mega Man Network]
