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Cadre Issue #6

Cadre Issue #6 Cover Art

The Cadre takes a breather this month as the action focuses on the White Dwarf. What is the link between a crime spree in Empire City and the beautiful but mysterious woman known only as Nemesis? Pick up the issue to find out!

Check out what Diamond Comic Distributors says about the Cadre: “It’s just the sort of saga that got you hooked on comics in the first place.”

Written by Mat Nastos and Cary Kelley, with art by indy art sensation, Tim Rees. Cover by Johnny Saturn creator, Scott Story.

“If you remember when the X-Men were great, or WILDCATS were fresh, then you’ll love THE CADRE!”
–Project Fanboy

“Cadre is a thrilling tale of danger and adventure. An edge-of-the-seat, can’t-put-it-down comic book with potential for classic status!”
– Jazma Online

Title: Cadre #6, 32 pgs. B&W, with a full color cover
Created By: Mat Nastos
Written By: Mat Nastos & Cary Kelley
Art By: Tim Rees
Cover By: Scott Story
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April 26, 2010 | 1 Comment

Origins of the Cadre Issue #4 (of 4)

Origins of the Cadre #4

The hot mini-series concludes with the origins of Rapture and Basilisk. Don’t miss the final issue of the series!

Diamond Comic Distributors calls the Cadre “the sort of saga that got you hooked on comics in the first place,” and “a great team comic for fans suffering from X-Men or Teen Titans withdrawal.”

Title: Origins of the Cadre #4 (of 4) -32 pgs. B&W, with a full color cover
Created By: Mat Nastos
Written By: Mat Nastos and Andrew Pellerito
Art By: Sidney Teles & Jackson Gebien
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April 25, 2010 | No Comments

The Art of Barry Blair Volume 1

The Art of Barry Blair: Volume 1 from Nifty Comics

Now available for Pre-Order!

The Art of Barry Blair features art from one of the most respected and beloved fantasy artists of all time, Barry Blair — creator of ElfLord, Samurai, Dragonring, Warlock 5 and many other fan favorite titles. The first volume in this series contains nearly 100 images from the pen of the master fantasy artist, found on 48 full color interior pages.  This is the first time a collection of Barry’s art has been made available to the public.

The Art of Barry Blair Volume 1 features mature content not suitable for readers under 18.

This product ships June 1, 2010.

Title: The Art of Barry Blair: Volume 1
Created By: Barry Blair
Cover By: Barry Blair
Interior: 48 full color pages
Price: $18.95
Ship Date: June 1, 2010

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April 16, 2010 | No Comments

Aircel Comics Are Officially Available on Drivethru Comics

Nifty Comics is giving 2010 a big wet kiss!

Aircel comics, one of the first independent comic book companies of the late 1980’s is back! In August, Nifty Comics acquired all rights to the Aircel comics publishing library and is bringing the work of Barry Blair and his crew of talented creators to a new generation of readers.

As one of the leading black and white comic book publishers, Aircel introduced the world to such gifted comic creators such as Barry Blair, Dale Keown, Pat McEown and Guang Yap.

Aircel published hundreds of comics, including the critically acclaimed Elflord, Warlock 5, Gun Fury, Samurai, Dragonring–Dragonforce, the Walking Dead, Maelstrom, Leather & Lace, Warlocks and much more. These titles were popular in the American indie circle as well as Europe for their stylized artwork and intense storylines.

Nifty comics is restoring and reprinting a bunch of the Aircel Comics titles for sale as digital downloads, (for mobile and web) as well as publishing trade paperback compilations of the most famous series.

From December 28th-January 3rd, you can download for FREE issue number 1 of these classic Aircel titles: Dragonring, Elflord, Warlock 5, Samurai and Gun Fury series on Drivethru Comics.

You can access the free downloads on Drivethru Comics HERE

This will begin a monthly publication to Drivethru comics for these specific titles.

Nifty has also partnered up with Panelfy for the Iphone and the entire Dragonring Volume 1 is available on there right now.

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January 4, 2010 | No Comments

Fionn Issue #1

Fionn Issue 1 Cover

With our newest series, Nifty Comics moves into the realm of fantasy with FIONN #1.

James Andrews has been haunted by dreams of gods and demons for his entire life. These visions have focused around the life of an ancient Celtic hero known as Fionn who battled the evil god, Balor, and his legions of Fomorians, an army of giants and monsters. On his 21st birthday, James discovers that those dreams are real and that he is Fionn reborn once more.

FIONN #1 brings the rich history and mythology of Scotland to the world of comic books. A new Scottish hero is born! Read More »

November 11, 2007 | No Comments

Who is the Cadre?


Welcome to the online home, and your source for all information, of Nifty Comics’ premiere super team, the Cadre!  Stop by here and get the low-down on the team’s new adventures, as well as information on all of the members of the Cadre.

 

April 1, 2007 | No Comments

Cadre Issue #5

The action comes to a head this issue when the Cadre team up with the government super-agent, Adept, to face Arachne and her mutated spiders. Can our heroes defeat the villainess before her powers cause them to destroy one another? Pick up the issue to find out!

Check out what Diamond Comic Distributors says about the Cadre: “It’s just the sort of saga that got you hooked on comics in the first place.”

Written by Mat Nastos, with art by Gabe Alberola and Chad Sergesketter.

“Cadre is a thrilling tale of danger and adventure. An edge-of-the-seat, can’t-put-it-down comic book with potential for classic status!”
– Jazma Online

Title: Cadre #5, 32 pgs. B&W, with a full color cover
Created By: Mat Nastos
Written By: Nastos
Art By: Gabe Alberola and Chad Sergesketter
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December 1, 2006 | No Comments

Origins of the Cadre Issue #3 (of 4)

Origins of the Cadre #2 Cover

The hit mini-series, Origins of the Cadre, continues with issue 3. This issue features the origin of former world champion wrestler turned superhero, the White Dwarf.Diamond Comic Distributors calls the Cadrethe sort of saga that got you hooked on comics in the first place,” and “a great team comic for fans suffering from X-Men or Teen Titans withdrawal.”“Origins of the Cadre is viscerally exciting, an extended tense tour de force, an expertly crafted ornate suspense thriller! “
– Jazma Online

Title: Origins of the Cadre #3 (of 4) – 28 pgs. B&W, with a full color cover
Created By: Mat Nastos
Written By: Mat Nastos and Andrew Pellerito
Art By: Mat Nastos, Sidney Teles & Jackson Gebien
Price: $3.50
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November 1, 2006 | No Comments

Cadre Issue #4

The murders in the Bloche Institute come to light and the Cadre investigate. Jim Harris comes forward with interesting information for the team. Also, our back up story features the kung fu vigilante, TALON, in his first story. Check it out!

Check out what Diamond Comic Distributors says about the Cadre: “No Golden Age retro camp. No obscure literary allusions. No ironic self-awareness. No mysteriously murky layouts. This is just a straightforward team comic with vivid characters, humorous dialogue, clean action art, cool powers and high-tech gizmos, and one of the more original supernatural villains around. It’s just the sort of saga that got you hooked on comics in the first place.”

Written by Mat Nastos, with art by Mike Norton and Chad Sergesketter.

“Cadre is a thrilling tale of danger and adventure. An edge-of-the-seat, can’t-put-it-down comic book with potential for classic status!”
– Jazma Online

Title: Cadre #4, 32 pgs. B&W, with a full color cover
Created By: Mat Nastos
Written By: Nastos
Art By: Mike Norton and Chad Sergesketter
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October 12, 2006 | No Comments

Origins of the Cadre Issue #2 (of 4)

Origins of the Cadre #2 Cover

Origins issue 2 follows the legacy of the Avatars of the Storm down through the ages. For a thousand years, the Avatar of the Storm has protected the world from the forces of evil. Now, for the first time, the power is possessed by two brothers, Skyfire and Thunderbolt.Diamond Comic Distributors calls the Cadrethe sort of saga that got you hooked on comics in the first place,” and “a great team comic for fans suffering from X-Men or Teen Titans withdrawal.”

“Origins of the Cadre is viscerally exciting, an extended tense tour de force, an expertly crafted ornate suspense thriller! “
– Jazma Online

Origins #2 Review by Paul Dale Roberts

Title: Origins of the Cadre #2 (of 4) – 32 pgs. B&W, with a full color cover
Created By: Mat Nastos
Written By: Mat Nastos and Andrew Pellerito
Art By: Paul J. Holden
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September 1, 2006 | No Comments
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