Mad Cave Studios Brings an Action-Packed Lineup to New York Comic Con 2024!

Mad Cave Studios, Maverick, and Papercutz are thrilled to announce an incredible lineup of panels, giveaways, signings, and exclusive variant covers at New York Comic Con 2024! Join the team at Booth #3441, Oct. 17th – 20th at the Javits Center, for a weekend filled with immersive content, exciting guest appearances, and limited-edition collectibles.

Mad Cave Studios will be hosting a magical pop-up at NYCC this year, so spread your Winx Club wings at the exclusive photo op, and relive 20 years of Winx! Visit the Fairy Makeup Corner for a fairy-inspired makeover thanks to MBA (Making Beauty Academy). Plus, enjoy fun giveaways like make-up sets, graphic novels, pins or tote bags. Don’t miss the magic!

Best of all, attendees of the Saturday Morning Cartoons: From Screen to Comics panel on Saturday, will get a special New York Comic Con x Mad Cave Studios Exclusive Cereal Box filled with prizes from Tatsunoko Productions, 41 Entertainment, and King Features Syndicate!

Mad Cave Studios Signings

Thursday, October 17:

1:00 PM – Rich Douek (A Phone Call Away)
2:00 PM – Jim Califiore & Dan Didio (Defenders of the Earth)
3:00 PM – Gary Moloney & Daniel Romero (When The Blood Has Dried)
4:00 PM – David ‘DB’ Andry (Morning Star)

Friday, October 18:

11:00 AM – Jeremy Adams, Lee Loughridge & Will Conrad (Flash Gordon)
12:00 PM – Dennis Culver & Louis Southard (Flash Gordon Quarterly)
1:00 PM – Mark London & David Baron (Underworld)
2:00 PM – Zack Kaplan (Dark Empty Void)
3:00 PM – Alex Segura & Geraldo Borges (Dick Tracy)
4:00 PM – Amit Tishler & Elliot Sperl (The Last Wardens)
5:00 PM – Oliver Bly (The Mushroom Knight)

Saturday, October 19:

12:30 PM – Joe Quesada (Amazing Comics)
2:00 PM – Steve Orlando, Chris Batista, & Kath Lobo (Gatchaman)
5:00 PM – Sam Freeman (Hound), David Pepose (The Devil That Wears My Face), Fred Van Lente (Murder Kingdom)

Sunday, October 20:

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Winx Club Special Pop-Up
2:00 PM – Joe Corallo, Jeremy Whitley & Richard Hamilton (Navigating With You, Tectiv, King Arthur)

Explore Imaginative New Worlds with Papercutz!

Fri, Oct 18, 2024
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Family HQ: Workshops 1E01

Step into the imaginative universe of Papercutz, where creativity knows no bounds! Join an illustrious panel of talented creators, including Gabriel Valentin, Art Baltazar, Franco, and Scott Chantler as they explore the process of world-building in comics. In this interactive session, young readers and aspiring artists will have the chance to participate in a lively Q&A and discover how their favorite characters and stories come to life. But that’s not all! Attendees will work alongside the creators to design their own unique worlds and characters, turning imagination into reality.

Whether you’re a budding artist, a curious reader, or just looking for a creative adventure, this panel promises an unforgettable experience filled with fun, laughter, and inspiration. Bring your ideas, questions, and excitement, and let’s create something extraordinary together!

Panelists: Art Baltazar, Franco, Gabriel Valentin, Scott Chantler, Spenser Nellis
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Amazing Comics Q&A With Joe Quesada

Sat, Oct 19, 2024
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Room 408

Following the monumental announcement at San Diego Comic-Con, join legendary comic book creator Joe Quesada for an exclusive New York Comic-Con panel where he dives deeper into the world of Amazing Comics and his history in the comics industry. Building on the excitement from his SDCC collaboration with Mad Cave Studios and DuPuis, Joe will explore the creative process behind his new imprint that’s capturing the imagination of fans worldwide. Get the chance to participate in a live Q&A with the man who’s, once again, reshaping the comic book landscape and receive a free copy of Disciple: Quarto 1, Amazing Comics NYCC exclusive preview of their inaugural title, plus a very special Amazing Comics Golden Ticket.

Panelists: Joe Quesada, plus special guests
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Saturday Morning Cartoons: From Screen to Comics

Sat, Oct 19, 2024
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Room 406.3

Step into a world where your favorite Saturday morning cartoons come alive in a whole new way! Join us for an exciting panel where top creators and editors from Mad Cave Studios discuss the art of transforming iconic animated series into captivating comic book adventures. Discover the creative process behind bringing beloved characters from the screen to the page and how these stories are reimagined for a new generation.

Author Joe Corallo talks about retranslating classic “King Arthur” episodes he grew up watching into graphic novels, putting his unique spin on the legendary tales. Author Dan Didio videos in to share his insights on crafting the next generation of “Defenders,” breathing new life into the legendary team of heroes. Editor Lauren Hitzhusen reveals her journey in reimagining the art and storytelling of this beloved cartoon series, blending nostalgia with fresh creativity. Steve Orlando and Chris Batista discuss the exciting challenges of adapting the popular Japanese anime “Gatchaman” into thrilling comics, staying true to its roots while engaging new audiences. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of these iconic series or just curious about the creative process behind adapting animated classics, this panel promises to deliver a nostalgic trip down memory lane with a fresh and exciting twist. Don’t miss the chance to hear from the talented minds behind these comic adaptations and gain exclusive insights into the world of Saturday morning cartoons brought to life in comics!

Panelists: Chas! Pangburn, Chris Batista, Joe Corallo, Maya Lopez, Mike Marts, Steve Orlando, Lauren Hitzhusen
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The Quiet Page: The Art of Fear

Sat, Oct 19, 2024
3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
Room 409

On-screen horror has long employed storytelling devices like jump-scare, controlled pacing, and suspenseful music to build eerie atmospheres and create a sense of dread. But how do you master the art of telling truly terrifying tales on the page? Creators of horror comics and novels have mastered this art, invoking these emotions purely through dialogue and still images or scrolling. Whether you’re a horror aficionado, an aspiring creator, or simply curious about the inner workings of fear-inducing storytelling, hear from some of the biggest names (and most twisted minds) in horror storytelling today on how they are creating panic on the page.

Panelists: Red, Meredith Moriarty, Patrick Horvath, Rotem Rusak, Sam Freeman, Sian Mandrake

Don’t miss Mad Cave Studios, Maverick, and Papercutz at New York Comic Con 2024!

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