Third Sea Ghost Action Figure Winner Announced

Nemo Publishing announced the final winner of its Sea Ghost action figure contest. Nick Katerelos of Astoria, New York is the winner of the third super-limited-edition Sea Ghost action figure prototype.

The Sea Ghost is an aquatic superhero featured in Jay Piscopo’s graphic novel series “The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli,” published by Nemo Publishing and now stars in his own comic book "The Sea Ghost #1" offered in January Diamond Previews. More at www.TheSeaGhost.com.

Katerelos was selected at random from hundreds of people who purchased Commander X Mego-style action figures between Dec. 15, 2008 and Dec. 15, 2010. All customers who purchased Commander X figures during that time were automatically entered into the final drawing. These eight-inch collectible Commander X action figures are available exclusively at www.captneli.com.

More about Commander X:
In December 2008, Nemo Publishing released its first limited edition Mego-style action figure of the retro hero Commander X. There are six variants in this collection (Golden Age Commander X, 1950s Commander X, Western Knight, Barbary Knight, Archer Knight, and an all new Undersea Knight) and more variants will be released in 2011.

Commander X is an integral character in “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novels. This collectible figure is created in a retro-style reminiscent of figures made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s. Piscopo is working with Paul Clarke, known as “Dr. Mego,” to create this collection.

More about Sea Ghost: Sea Ghost is an aquatic super hero with a long career fighting evil above and beneath the waves.

"The Sea Ghost #1" features A and B covers of this aquatic superhero. This story is written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo and includes a pin-up by legendary illustrator Ramona Fradon.

36 Pages | Full Color | $3.99
Diamond Code: JAN111269
www.TheSeaGhost.com

The story of this avenging spirit is revealed in "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli" Vol. 2 (Diamond Code: AUG084227 | ISBN 978-0-9817132-1-2).

In Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 of "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli," fans also meet the Sea Raider, who is the Sea Ghost's former identity during WW II ("Capt'n Eli" Vol. 1 Diamond Code: JAN111270 | ISBN 978-0-9817132-0-5).

The Sea Ghost returns in "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli" Vol. 3 which will be released this spring.

Commander X-Mas is here! 2010 Commander X Adventures

PORTLAND, MAINE (December 21, 2010) – Nemo Publishing, publisher of Jay Piscopo’s The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli all-ages graphic novel series, has released its 3rd annual Commander X Adventures.

This free comic book is available at this link.

Commander X Adventures features pulp adventure stories about the renowned time traveler, Commander X, who is an integral character in the Capt’n Eli series. This collection of stories has a retro-modern feel. Piscopo noted “Our hero, Commander X, is a classic comic strip and movie serial hero with some high tech gizmos and time travel thrown in.”

Piscopo edited this free on-line comic book with a team of creators from the United States and England, including stories by Frank Schildiner, Vito Delsante and Michael Leal. Artwork was created by Marvel cover artist Mike Fyles, Wynn Ryder, Danny Kelly and Robert Caine Jeffcoat, and the legendary Mort Todd. Piscopo also wrote and illustrated a story and edited the collection.

In Piscopo’s story, fans meet Commander X as the Undersea Knight. In conjunction with this, Nemo Publishing has created the Undersea Knight as a limited edition Mego-style collectible action figure.

“With this collectible figure, we’ve captured the nostalgic feeling of the fun of Christmas morning when a special toy could take you into another universe,” continued Piscopo. “Seeing Commander X in his Undersea Knight uniform in the story really sparks the imagination.”

This is the sixth figure in the Commander X collectible action figure line. The other figures include: Golden Age Commander X, 1950s Commander X, Western Knight, Barbary Knight, and the Archer Knight. These eight-inch figures are created in a retro-style reminiscent of those made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s and are designed by Piscopo and produced by Paul “Dr. Mego” Clarke. A short video about the variant collection can be viewed at this link.

All six figures are available exclusively at www.captneli.com at a special price of $15 (regularly $19.95) through December 31, 2010.

Readers of Commander X Adventures will also have the chance to learn more about the Sea Raider. This aquatic superhero is the Sea Ghost’s former identity during WW II. Fans first met the Sea Raider and the Sea Ghost in Volumes 1 and 2 of Capt'n Eli. The Sea Ghost now also stars in his own comic book distributed by Diamond Comics Distributors. More about this new book at www.TheSeaGhost.com.

When The Sea Ghost #1 (Diamond Code: JAN111269) is released in Diamond Previews this January, The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli – Volume 1 will be offered again (Diamond Code: JAN111270). Capt’n Eli – Volume 2, which contains Sea Ghost’s origin story, is also still available (Diamond Code: AUG084227). Volume 3 of the Capt’n Eli graphic novel series will be released in spring 2011.

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The most recent post features Jay Piscopo's new Sea Ghost #1 comic book and his graphic novel series, The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli.

Next week: 2010 Commander X-Mas arrives!

Read more about Jay Piscopo's annual Commander X Adventures FREE comic book at this link. Look for the 2010 edition next week!

Special thanks to Mike Fyles for this amazing promo artwork!

January Previews! Jay Piscopo's Sea Ghost #1

The Sea Ghost #1
Written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo
Published by Nemo Publishing
36 Pages Full Color $3.99


Order from January Diamond Previews!
Diamond Code: JAN111269

View Pages at www.TheSeaGhost.com

NEWSFLASH!
The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli – Vol. 1 offered again in January Previews (Diamond Code: JAN111270).

Sea Ghost’s origin story is revealed in The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli – Vol. 2 which is still available (Diamond Code: AUG084227).

SYNOPSIS:
Sea Ghost discovers a dangerous secret when a mysterious sphere transports him to an alien world locked in an endless war. Can he convince the Simas and Phlan to stop fighting and unite against the real enemy? Find out in Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine!

Sea Ghost #1 features A and B covers of this aquatic superhero and includes a pin-up by legendary illustrator Ramona Fradon.

Piscopo is the author and illustrator of The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli graphic novel series. Sea Ghost is an integral character in the Capt’n Eli universe and has a long career fighting evil above and beneath the waves. The Sea Ghost returns in The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli - Vol. 3 which will be released in the spring of 2011.

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING:

“The kind of comic I loved as a kid and still love today. FUN!” ~ Brendan Deneen, Flash Gordon

“A ripsnorting, old-school adventure with great characters, a terrific story and out-of-this-world art. ~ Brian Augustyn, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight

“A must have for fans who miss the glory days of Saturday morning cartoons.” ~ Penny Kenny, Comics Bulletin

More reviews at this link.

Comic Book Collectors Blog checks out Jay Piscopo's "Sea Ghost #1"

Comic Book Collector's blog checks out Jay Piscopo's new comic book The Sea Ghost #1. Michael Hamersky's son Vinny saw the comic in Michael's review pile and here's what he has to say.

I liked everything: the story was exciting, and easy to follow, and the art was just fantastic. It would be hard to explain, but to me it seemed realistic, yet cartoony at the same time.

This had me wanting to read the "Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli", so I could learn more about Sea Ghost...

Follow this link to read the full review and get Vinny's take on this new book from Nemo Publishing.

This comic book will be available in Diamond's January Previews. More about the book and how to order at this link.

Commander X-Mas is almost here....

Commander X-Mas is almost here! Nemo Publishing, publisher of Jay Piscopo’s "The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novel series, is about to release its 3rd annual “Commander X Adventures.” This free online comic book will be available at www.captneli.com.




Fans can read issues one and two of "Commander X Adventures" now at this link.

Issue three will feature the Sea Raider. This aquatic superhero is the Sea Ghost's identity during WW II. Readers first met the Sea Raider in Volumes 1 and 2 of "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli" and the Sea Ghost stars in his own comic book this January -- look for it in Diamond Previews!

Issue three of "Commander X Adventures" will spotlight stories by Frank Schildiner, Vito Delsante and Michael Leal and art by Mike Fyles, Wynn Ryder, Danny Kelly and the legendary Mort Todd - a longtime friend from grade school. Additional art, stories and editing by Jay Piscopo.

“Commander X Adventures” features pulp adventure stories about the renowned time traveler, Commander X, who is an integral character in “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” series.

Special Congratulations to Mike Fyles on his work with Marvel and to Michael Leal and Danny Kelly along with their team, Nik Poliwko and Michael McElveen on their
Small Press Idol win!

All Commander X action figures are on sale now. Look for the NEW Undersea Knight coming soon.... Just in time for Commander X-Mas!