Fathom: Blue Descent #0-1 (0f 4)

The prologue and the first issue of an all-new 4-issue miniseries from Aspen Comics featuring the publisher's biggest headliner, Aspen Matthews. is written by David Schwartz with art by Alex Sanchez and John Starr. The book will tell the story of Aspen Matthews' childhood, delving further into the history of her parents and their "deadly struggle to keep their family intact." Both HQ Minutemen scans.

MICHAEL TURNER¹S FATHOM RETURNS FOR THE LATEST THRILLING VOLUME!! The mysteries of the Blue abounds. But none more so than the faded origin of FATHOM¹s leading heroine, Aspen Matthews. The past, once washed away amongst the ocean tides is now at the forefront as Aspen¹s early childhood years--and the pain, anguish, and murder, which would shape her future, are finally revealed! In this thrilling introductory zero issue, Aspen descends into her past life, setting herself on a quest to once-and-for-all put to rest the secrets of her origin and discover her true heritage that lies beneath the surface! With FATHOM's return at hand, some new creators and several familiar names are coming along for the ride! Taking charge of the writing chores is David Schwartz, known for his critically acclaimed Image Comics title Meltdown. Art duties will be handled by Scott Clark, Alex Sanchez and Jeff Chang. Together, this team is looking forward to putting their stamp on FATHOM like never before! Featuring an all-new 12-page story that sets the stage for the brand-new FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT #1 issue coming next month, make sure to get in on the ground floor of the next exciting FATHOM story arc! Complete with an additional sketchbook section, never before seen art by Clark and Sanchez, and a stunning cover by series artist Scott Clark, this special #0 issue is not to be missed! A decade worth of answers spills out onto the pages of this exciting, all new FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT mini-series! -- RETURN TO THE DEEP WITH MICHAEL TURNER'S FATHOM! Memories of the past come crashing into the present in this exciting all-new Aspen mini-series, FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT! Aspen Matthews is the link between the world we know and the world below, but the secrets of her past have always remained shrouded in mystery-until now! FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT journeys back to the life of Aspen's true parents, members of the underwater race known as the Blue, and the strife they encountered before she grew to become the woman we know today. An all-new cast of characters-and some familiar faces as well-kick off this exciting premiere #1 issue in dramatic fashion! With FATHOM's return at hand, some new creators and several familiar names are coming along for the ride! Taking charge of the writing chores is David Schwartz, known for his critically acclaimed Image Comics title Meltdown. Art duties for all of Aspen's curvaceous lines and intricate environments will be handled by Scott Clark of Stormwatch, Alpha Flight and X-Men fame. Together, this dynamic duo is looking forward to putting their stamp on FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT as never before! Over a decade's worth of answers spill out onto the pages of this exciting, all new FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT mini-series! --

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