Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash & FJA 2: Nightmare Warriors

[Fridayweb]

From Newsarama: (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=125014)

It’s something of a Holy Grail to horror fans – a three-way meeting between Freddy Krueger from the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, Jason from the Friday the 13th franchise, and Ashley J. Williams from the Evil Dead/Army of Darkness franchise.

The rumors of such a meeting started back somewhere in the early part of the decade, with later reports in the trades that Sam (Evil Dead) Raimi and Bruce Campbell were getting in on the talks with New Line. Scripts and treatments, all purported to be the “real” one flew fast and furious around the internet, and in the end…nothing happened.

Until now.

In November, DC and Dynamite Entertainment will re-team for another crossover between their respective licensed properties for a six-issue Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash miniseries written by James Kuhoric with three interlocking covers by J. Scott Campbell for #1, and covers by Eric Powell for #2-#6.

And the best news about the miniseries? It’s not some new take a meeting between the three. Nope – the six issues will tell the story of the movie that was could have been. One more thing that makes this whole deal interesting? That original treatment for the Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash movie that the miniseries will be pulling from? Written in 2003 by a guy named Jeff Katz (formerly at New Line and now at Fox). Yep – the same Jeff Katz that’s currently co-writing Booster Gold with Geoff Johns for DC.

Check Newsarama (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=125014) for the interview with Jeff Katz for more information. Be advised that it's pretty spoiler-heavy about his treatment which is used as the foundation for the comic.

[Kane Lives]

I'm not opposed to the idea of a comic series, even though I truly don't feel these three belong together. It's always sounded to me like it would be a better comic book or video game story idea anyway; so I say better a comic than a film.


I wonder if they'll tweak the ending, since those that have read the Katz treatment already know how things turned out? lol

[Jack Bauer]

Cool maybe we could see Freddy's version of the cabin.

[Erik]

Sounds great. The treatment was a fun read, so I'll definitely check this out.

[Rich]

I must say, I am glad this is a comic rather then a movie. I think I'll check it out. I just don't think this would make a good movie at all, but as a comic, it could be fun.

[Toejam]

I'm also glad it is going to be a comic and not a movie.

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x216/toejam67/freddyvsjasonvsash.jpg

[Cody]

I was hoping Kuhoric wouldn't be the writer whenever this came together, I'm not a very big fan of his work on the Army of Darkness series. But though I didn't think the Katz treatment lived up to the potential of the crossover, I do feel better with the comic being based on it than I would if it was a Kuhoric original.

Kuhoric/Katz may not deliver my ideal FJA, but I'm just happy to be getting a version of it in some medium. I've been dreaming of seeing Ash and Jason cross paths for about 14 years now. I wish it on was on film, but I'll gladly take this... And to celebrate its existance, this will be the first time that I buy multiple covers. Gotta get all 3 of those covers for #1.

[nickmeece]

This'll probably spawn a movie...I'd see it.

[rpchurch]

Not terribly thrilled about this. But, then again, I was the asshole that didn't like Jason v. Freddy. :p

[Dead Cell]

Freddy vs. Michael.... Jackson.

The gloved one vs. the gloved one in a crazy dance off!!! Whoever wins, little Billy loses! :D

*Michael shoots magic Captain Eo blasts at Freddy's feet. It's too much to resist and Freddy busts out into dance*

Hoo Hoo!

*Michael spins, Freddy rolls his hat down his arm- puts it back on. Michael moonwalks, Freddy hip hops*

*Michael bats Freddy's hat right off his head. Oh Noos! Oh Noos!!! *

Hoo Hoo!

*Freddy is driven off. Little Billy thanks Michael for saving his life.*

"Yes, Billy... Ye-e-e-e-es. You're safe now... with me."

[Fridayweb]

Newsarama interview with Kuhoric (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=125666)

[Kane Lives]

The whole concept of Freddy clinging to life inside Jason subconcious doesn't really make sense to me. Since he created enough fear in Springwood to just go back home during the course of FVJ. I guess those elements are just being ignored for the sake of this crossover.


This isn't really the official follow up to FVJ, IMO anyway, so I guess I should cut it some slack. Hopefully it'll be fun if nothing else. I just hope they get the art right. That could make it or break it IMO.

[Jigsaw]

I look very forward to this comic. It should be a lot of fun.

[Cody]

The tryout pages artist Jason Craig did to get the job have been posted on AreUMental (http://www.areumental.com/blog1/). They're not pages from FJA, but they give an idea of how some things might look.

[Lammert]

Thank god it's a comic!

[Freddy-Fan]

As I said in a different thread, the interview made me sad that this wasn't made into a movie. It sounded pretty damn entertaining to me. A lot better than FvJ anyway.

[Jigsaw]

FVJVA would've been an awesome movie and I too am sad that it wasn't greenlit for a film. If the comic does well enough though maybe they'll consider adapting it into a feature film, depending on the sales and reception.

[Kane Lives]

The main reason I am looking forward to the first issue, is to see Will and Lori die horribly like they did in the Katz treatment. I certainly hope they keep that in the comic. lol

I hope they draw Will's corpse with a :D on its face.

[Sketch Sanchez]

Think you're gonna get what you wanted cheif

We had quite a bit of leeway to play with the unfolding of the story and the dialogue especially. Jeff’s treatment gives the story structure of how the tale unfolds – “Will is murdered by Jason in a brutal bloody scene” and we fill in some details “Jason punches a hole through Will’s gut and strings him up to the building rafters by his intestines.” Yeah…you’re gonna love this one, trust me!

[Cody]

Wildstorm's site still just has the original promo mix and match in place of the cover(s) of issue 1, but they've now got a different sketch up to stand in for issue 2's cover. Here. (http://www.dccomics.com/comics/?cm=8385)

[Scarecrow]

Looking awesome. :D

Not what I'd want for a film but as a comic this shall most likely rock the world.

- Scarecrow

[francesco]

the cover is amazing!!! I can't really wait to buy it. I loved the kantz script1 It was smart and well done.
a movie could be Huge!!!

[Antonynz]

Hey guys, would some one be kind anough to upload a scan of a whole comic?
I really want to read one.

[francesco]

the 1st issue will out on november!

[Rich]

Good lord that is going to be stupid. :lol: That's all I've got to say about that.

[Kane Lives]

Good lord that is going to be stupid. :lol:


That pretty much sums up how I feel about it too.

Maybe I'll feel differently once I see the comics. :|

[Sketch Sanchez]

Good lord that is going to be awesome

Fixed and a half. ;)

[ChoKo]

I fucking hate crossovers. I hated Freddy VS Jason. Needless to say, I won't be checking this out.

Good lord that is going to be stupid.

I couldn't agree more.

[Steve]

Sounds awful to me from what I've read so far. I'll give it the read before a final judgment but do not expect much.

[French Friday]

I wanted to see FJA on the big screen. I loved the treatment.

But now the movie is a "never" because of Sam Raimi, I'm very happy the story will come as a comic book.

I just wanted to see that crossover happening. Evil Dead 2 is always a fusion of The Final Chapter and Dream Warriors IMO so that was an obvious crossover in my mind for a long time.

I just hope there will be a TPB because I only buy TPB comics from the USA, not singles, excepted for the Avatar Press ones... and that didn't help me to try more with all the problems I had with them ! So I keep with Amazon but they don't sell singles... I'm always searching for the original Wildstorm mini-series on Jason, Freddy and Leatherface (and Pamela).

[Darth Sinister]

Since this is a six issue series, there will be a TPB.

[French Friday]

I've just found and ordered the 3 F13/ANOES/TCM TPB available from Wildstorm. So, yes, I suppose FJA will be in TPB too. GREAT !

BTW, F13 and ANOES are numbered "1". I thought there wasn't enough material for a second TPB... What could be in these eventual second TPB ?

[Cody]

Wildstorm now has FJA #4 on their site (http://www.dccomics.com/comics/?cm=8690) with a cover drawing.

BTW, F13 and ANOES are numbered "1". I thought there wasn't enough material for a second TPB... What could be in these eventual second TPB ?

There's still comics coming out, so there might be enough for more TPBs eventually. The F13 TPB just collects the first storyline, doesn't it? Since then there's been two two-issue stories, Pamela's Tale and How I Spent My Summer Vacation.

[Darth Sinister]

Your average TPB is six to eight issues these days. When a story is only a two or three parter, they'll lump a couple other issues in to justify a TPB. The two above mentioned is enough to get things started.

[Cody]

As posted in the Avatar/Wildstorm/New Line thread (http://www.f13-community.co.uk/board/showthread.php?t=156), there's another F13 two-parter called Bad Lands coming in January/February, so if they go with 6 issues for TPB2, they'll have enough for it then.

The cover drawing Wildstorm has up for FJA #4 is actually the Ash cover for issue 1. GrahamCrackers has all three of them up now, and they fit together this way - Freddy (http://www.grahamcrackers.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=96039) Ash (http://www.grahamcrackers.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=94030) Jason (http://www.grahamcrackers.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=96038)

Not a big fan of the style J. Scott Campbell did Fred and Jay in (particularly Freddy), but I just put in my order for all three.

[Kane Lives]

I'll be picking up only one cover; either Freddy or Jason.

[Rich]

Okay, if the gimmick is not stupid enough, the artwork is horendous. Jason looks like the Incredible Hulk and his fingers look like hot dogs and he has a CHAINSAW?!?!?

All I can say is that despite how I feel about the Spidey films, thank you Sam...Thank you for not letting this junk become a movie.

[Cody]

Okay, if the gimmick is not stupid enough, the artwork is horendous. Jason looks like the Incredible Hulk and his fingers look like hot dogs and he has a CHAINSAW?!?!?

The three covers go together, that's Ash's chainsaw continuing onto Jason's cover. Only the covers for #1 were done by J. Scott Campbell, the art within the books is done by Jason Craig and will probably look more like these test sample pages (http://www.areumental.com/blog1/?p=22).

[Rich]

Okay, I stand corrected on the chainsaw. I do like the way his face looks under the mask, but I still hate the Dr. Wynn jacket. He's gotta loose that stupid jacket already. I hated it in FVJ and I hate it now. I just can't stand the FVJ look.

[Freddy-Fan]

Only the covers for #1 were done by J. Scott Campbell, the art within the books is done by Jason Craig and will probably look more like these test sample pages (http://www.areumental.com/blog1/?p=22).

I don't mind the sample pages. The art is not the greatest, but it's a hell of a lot better than the covers. For example, check out Jim Carrey as Fire Marshall Freddy (below):

http://www.oldercomics.com/rick/fvsjvsa1freddy.jpg

[Dave Dunwoody]

I dig the sample art, but not the covers.

[Rich]

:lmao::lmao::lmao:

Freddy looks like the friggen Cryptkeeper!

[Kane Lives]

Yeah, I'm not liking the look of Freddy or Jason on those covers either.

Hopefully as mentioned, the interior art will be better.

[The One and Only]

I've been a fan of J. Scott Campbell for awhile now. And although the bloke does have some issues with getting his material out at a reliable pace, he's generally produced some good work. However, that cover preview looks rather bad, and very rushed.:meh:

On the mini-series, I'm quite glad that we'll be getting to see this project realized, at least in a comic mini-series. I was disappointed to read about FJA getting the axe when Raimi pulled out. Reading Katz's treatment for the flick sounded quite a fun ride, and I was disappointed not to see it Freddy and Jason at it again on the big screen, with the Chosen One to boot. The original FVJ didn't play in my area, and I missed it when it was out. Left e a very sad, and .....angry:mad: panda. But as I said before ,at least we'll be getting to see it in some form or another. And despite my doubts about Kuhoric's abilities, I do think the man is improving with the current Army of Darkness:From The Ashes mini. And with him following Katz's treatment as a blueprint for this, I think it'll turn out pretty good.

Now, all we need is some comic publisher, to get a comic made based on Clive Barker's ideas for Helloween. The Hellraiser/Halloween Crossover.

[Spade]

:lmao::lmao::lmao:

Freddy looks like the friggen Cryptkeeper!

Yeah, I'm not liking the look of Freddy or Jason on those covers either.

Hopefully as mentioned, the interior art will be better.

I agree with you two, I don't like the way Freddy looks.

[Darth Sinister]

In comics, more and more these days, there are different cover artists from the interior art. For instance, Michael Turner was an alternate cover artist for the recent Justice League of America relaunch, doing the first 12 issues. Alternating with interior artist Ed Benes. Turner has been working on a number of Marvel projects, of which most or all he is not doing the interior. Jim Lee and George Perez did the covers for "Infinite Crisis", each man did his own take on what the cover should've been. Jo Chen and Georges Jeantry handle the cover chores for Buffy. Franco Uru and Tony Harris for Angel.

J. Scott Campbell is best known for his work in the late 90's, working on Danger Girl, I think it was. But he had a hard time keeping up with his deadlines and the book was ultimately cancelled.

[The One and Only]

Actually Darth, Danger Girl Volume 1 was completed by Campbell. It took a weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee bit longer than it should've, but he did complete it. The trade paperback can probaly be found on Amazon.com. Also later volumes of the adventures of Danger Girl were done by other artists such as Tommy Yune and Nick Bradshaw. Supposedly, Campbell suppose to be collaborating with Jeph Leob on a Spider-Man project. But I haven't heard any news on that as of late.

[killaG]

I just picked up the first issue, and all I gotta say is awsome. Will and Laurie's death's are brutal. Will get's killed instantly, and for a brief moment it seems like Laurie's going to successfully fight Jason off.

[Antonynz]

Can some one upload whole scans of these friday the 13th comics.
I want to see one on the net for free. I dont have enternet banking and they dont sell those comics in my country.\

Can some one scan a whole comic for me!

[Creepshow]

The interior art looks awesome. These scans are from this preview on Newsamara:

http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=135602

http://www.newsarama.com/Wildstorm/FJA/FJA_Picture15.jpg

http://www.newsarama.com/Wildstorm/FJA/FJA_Picture16.jpg

http://www.newsarama.com/Wildstorm/FJA/FJA_Picture17.jpg

http://www.newsarama.com/Wildstorm/FJA/FJA_Picture18.jpg

http://www.newsarama.com/Wildstorm/FJA/FJA_Picture19.jpg

Can some one upload whole scans of these friday the 13th comics.
I want to see one on the net for free. I dont have enternet banking and they dont sell those comics in my country.\

Can some one scan a whole comic for me!

Try torrents.

[rpchurch]

So, has anyone read it? The one store in town that had it sold out quickly. But, I've got another on order, hopefully in tomorrow. If you read it, what'd you think? No Spoilers, yet, please!

BTW - Feel free to delete/move if this is a redundant thread.

[Chucky's back]

Jason-realeted comic discussion goes here: http://www.f13-community.co.uk/board/showthread.php?t=156

[Cody]

There's also a separate thread (http://www.f13-community.co.uk/board/showthread.php?t=753) for FJA already.

[Chucky's back]

Okay, I stand corrected on the chainsaw. I do like the way his face looks under the mask, but I still hate the Dr. Wynn jacket. He's gotta loose that stupid jacket already. I hated it in FVJ and I hate it now. I just can't stand the FVJ look.

Yeah, how come the film makers can make Jason look like whatever the hell they want, but comic artists can't? They should come up with something new and better or use some of the previous designs instead of re-using that shit from FVSJ that Ronny Yu came up with to make him look more like Frankenstein.

[Freddy-Fan]

I thought the first issue sucked pretty badly. What a disappointment. I might not even bother to get the rest.

Why can't anyone do anything original/imaginative with these characters? Consider the fact that big-budget special effects are not an issue in comic format (if you can think it, you can draw it), and this is still the best they come up with!?!?!

Sad. Very sad.

[Chucky's back]

It's kinda odd how both threads are about Jason comics but are in two different section of the forum. Maybe a moderator could merge both of them together or something.

[Kane Lives]

He's gotta loose that stupid jacket already. I hated it in FVJ and I hate it now. I just can't stand the FVJ look.


Yeah, I agree. I'm ready for him to lose the FVJ look too. He's had it for four years now and in all the comics. I've never been a fan of that look.


I got Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash #1 yesterday. I have certain complaints already, but will save them until I read issue #3. I think it's fair to give it to the half way mark before I judge. One positive is that the interior art is much better than the covers, which is good. Those covers had me worried. :X

[Jigsaw]

Got the first issue today, not bad. Some of the dialogue is kind of cheesy but that's somewhat expected. A decent start, look forward to the rest of the series.

[Rich]

I thought the first issue sucked pretty badly. What a disappointment

You mean you actually excpected it to be good? This is one of those things where I don't even have to read it to know it is crap.

[Antonynz]

I just got a warning about my post before. about elegal comic downloads.
Still. If any one can lead me to legal horror comic scans. Any what so ever. Please let me no.

[Freddy-Fan]

You mean you actually excpected it to be good? This is one of those things where I don't even have to read it to know it is crap.

Yeah, I had a sneaking suspicion that it would be crap, but, as with each passing film sequel, there’s always that glimmer of hope that someday somebody is bound to get it right. :meh:

[The One and Only]

Director's commentery on the first issue of the horror slobberknocker. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=136280)

[Voo-doo]

I can't wait to pick #1 up. I think #3 is where Ash fights Freddy in Dream World.

[Darth Reaper]

Some have complained about the look of Freddy on the cover to issue number 1. Personally, I kind of like it. Since this is a comic book I see nothing wrong with exaggerating Freddy and Jason's features a bit. I don't want Jason to look like The Incredible Hulk or anything, but I think they can make him look big and powerful, while they exagerate Freddy's thin frame and long chin and nose.

how come the film makers can make Jason look like whatever the hell they want, but comic artists can't? They should come up with something new and better or use some of the previous designs instead of re-using that shit from FVSJ that Ronny Yu came up with to make him look more like Frankenstein.- Chucky's back

I like Jason's FREDDY VS. JASON look.

[Rick]

I picked up issue 1, wasn't bad.
Even though I was very opposed to this in film form (and still am) I think it'll work great as a comic, I'll be getting the series.

[Chucky's back]

Some have complained about the look of Freddy on the cover to issue number 1. Personally, I kind of like it. Since this is a comic book I see nothing wrong with exaggerating Freddy and Jason's features a bit. I don't want Jason to look like The Incredible Hulk or anything, but I think they can make him look big and powerful, while they exagerate Freddy's thin frame and long chin and nose.



I like Jason's FREDDY VS. JASON look.

I hate it. It killed whatever continuty that was left in the frachise.

[Rich]

I hate it. It killed whatever continuty that was left in the frachise.

It didn't have much after the fourth one.

1. After Tommy put the machete into Jason's head he was still clearly alive and Tommy beating him over the back with it would not have killed him. After everything Jason has been though, you know he would have survived that too, but they made him dead.

2. Part 5 says he was creamated (but characters do argue over that point) but in Part 6 he is burried. (in the novel it says Elias Voorhees paid the town well to give his son a proper burial, but they never say that in the film and going by just the film there is no explanation)

3. In Part 6 when the cops drop Tommy off and give him the "balls as earings" lecture, the sign behind him says "leaving Forrest Green County," but in Part 4 they say it is Wessex county. We know they changed the name of the town, but they never said they changed the name of the entire county. That would make much sense anyway, plus in Part 7 it is Crystal Lake again, with no explanation.

You see, after The Final Chapter, the series pretty much feel apart little by little. It wasn't like New Line just grabbed it and killed it. When they purchased it, it was already on it's death bed, the only thing they could have done left is pull the plug.

[Chucky's back]

It didn't have much after the fourth one.

1. After Tommy put the machete into Jason's head he was still clearly alive and Tommy beating him over the back with it would not have killed him. After everything Jason has been though, you know he would have survived that too, but they made him dead.

2. Part 5 says he was creamated (but characters do argue over that point) but in Part 6 he is burried. (in the novel it says Elias Voorhees paid the town well to give his son a proper burial, but they never say that in the film and going by just the film there is no explanation)

3. In Part 6 when the cops drop Tommy off and give him the "balls as earings" lecture, the sign behind him says "leaving Forrest Green County," but in Part 4 they say it is Wessex county. We know they changed the name of the town, but they never said they changed the name of the entire county. That would make much sense anyway, plus in Part 7 it is Crystal Lake again, with no explanation.

You see, after The Final Chapter, the series pretty much feel apart little by little. It wasn't like New Line just grabbed it and killed it. When they purchased it, it was already on it's death bed, the only thing they could have done left is pull the plug.

There wasn't much left, that's for sure, but New Line screwed it up more than Paramount ever did.

The remaining parts of continuity I'm reffering to is the axemark, the missing eye and the button shirt. While Jason's look changed a lot from film to film after part 4, he still had all those things in the following sequels. Apart from FVSJ. Those things were the only things that his previous appearances had in common and FVSJ had none of that.
And the makers of the comic dosen't bother that much about the continuty in his looks either. Were are the marks from the damage he took in that shitty film? His mask was set on fire and got several cutmarks caused by Freddy's glove.

[Rich]

After Part 4 he got a new mask, which for some reason had the ax mark, which made no sense because it was a new mask.

But, once again I think we are entering the realm of overthinking here. Lets face it, nothing will ever be like the first four movies. That time is gone.

[Chucky's back]

After Part 4 he got a new mask, which for some reason had the ax mark, which made no sense because it was a new mask.

And in FVSJ it is gone, wich makes no sense either.


But, once again I think we are entering the realm of overthinking here. Lets face it, nothing will ever be like the first four movies. That time is gone.

I think the remake is going to be like the first four movies or so. Werther it will be as good as them remains to be seen though.

[Cody]

Director's commentery on the first issue of the horror slobberknocker. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=136280)

That's pretty nifty. Commentary on each issue and "deleted scenes" is how they'll finagle me into buying the TPB, too.

Reminder: There isn't a month wait between issues 1 and 2, #2 will be in stores this week. The series will then follow this 4th Wednesday of the month schedule from here on.

[Rick]

Has anyone read issue 2 yet?
I just got finished. So far no real Freddy action but Jason has been up to his usual shinanagins since issue 1 and continues here. We get some Ash action as well.
Not bad, not great either but sufficiently entertaining.
Not sure if anyone cares about spoilers in this thread but I'll use them just in case.
Ash has already made himself out to be the crazy old guy and a bit of a pervo to the staff at the Super S-Mart.
Lots of dead teens already.
Ash has mistaken Jason for a deadite. That was expected.
When one of the employees tells him the legend of Jason she leaves out Pam's killing spree.
She also says that Jason "manifests as a hulking figure", suggesting he is a flesh and blood ghost of some kind.
She also says his killing sprees have been attributed to him or a copycat and says the Manhatten murders were a suspected copy cat.
I really doun't like that the character doesn't mention Pam, it doesn't sit well with me. Although Pam is in the first issue sort of.
Of course Jason is being treated like an urban legend in this series so i guess characters not having the correct info is excuseable.
Another thing that is kind of irking me so far, they use the Voorhees "mansion" and book of the dead obviously these things are taken from JGTH, yet no one seems to believe that Jason is real even though in JGTH he is the most well known serial killer in America in that movie.
Anyway, not a bad book. The artwork is good, the story is moving at pretty fast and there's been a lot of blood already.

[Jigsaw]

I got Issue 2 earlier today and read it during the bus ride back home. I enjoyed it and it's starting to pick up. This series has been very good so far and I hope the remaining four issues will continue to deliver the premise. I just wish Jason would use more weapons besides his machete, and hopefully he will in the next issues.

[Kane Lives]

So far no real Freddy action


From what I remember about the treatment, Freddy gets about as much action here as he did in FVJ. He kills one guy, then gives Ash one nightmare. Most of his moments come during the finale just like in FVJ.

Honestly, I hope that's something they've altered a bit while adapting it to a comic.




I should be getting issue #2 in the mail within the next few days.

[Freddy-Fan]

I ordered issue 2, but the comic book store didn't save a copy for me. :mad:

They said they would try to reorder it, but it's no big deal if they don't get it. I didn't like the first issue very much.

[Jigsaw]

It picks up in Issue 2, there's quite a bit of action and mayhem.

[Rick]

Yah, lots of action, but it's moving really quickly. Like FvsJ i don't think we are going to be given much time to know any of the characters.
It'll mostly be all action and the bare minimum of story.

[francesco]

i've got issue #2 today. I liked it.

[Jigsaw]

I'm liking these comics better than the FVJ film.

[Chucky's back]

I read issue #1 today which was decent. I was pleasantly surprised to see hints (Jason's shack from part 2, a injury to the back that exposes his spinal cord ala The New Blood, the Book of the dead in the Voorhess house from JGTH)to the previous films which means the makers of this had actually seen the Friday the 13th movies.

[AOD]

I got issue #1 and I liked it. I also like the 3 covers making 1 image. Looking forward to issue #2.

[Darth Sinister]

Newsarama has another commentary from the creators. You can tell how much they love all three series and how they try to work as much in as possible.

http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=139254

[Jigsaw]

Those commentaries are cool, thanks for posting the link.

[Chucky's back]

Thanks for the link, it was a nice surprise to see that unlike Ronny Yu, the makers of this comic actually had seen the films in the series and were fans of them.

[Jigsaw]

I agree. It shows in the writing and overall presentation of the comics that they're all big fans who respect the fanbase and continuity.

[Voo-doo]

finally read the first two. part 1, I wasn't expecting much as each first issue just sets up the story. but part 2 kicks into bad-assery with Jason. he hasn't been this violent since Jason X. Jason ripping that girl in half with his bare hands goes up there with my top 10 Jason kills. I'm sure issue 3 is where Freddy gets his thing on and I've heard he fights Ash in dream world. should be a good read.

[Cody]

Four page preview (http://comics.ign.com/articles/840/840707p1.html) of issue 3.

[Jigsaw]

Thanks for the link. Can't wait for Issue 3.

[Voo-doo]

Freddy's pissed.

[Voo-doo]

damn it. once again, the cover for the current issue is misleading.

[Jigsaw]

I got Issue 3 and enjoyed it a lot. The action's picking up a lot.

[The One and Only]

James Kuhoric's commentary to FJA#3. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=142372)

[Jigsaw]

Thanks for the link. The commentaries have been good so far.

[Rick]

I really hope they eventually specify that Jason isn't a deadite, that he is something completely different.

[Jigsaw]

So far the comic hasn't suggested Jason is a Deadite.

[Kane Lives]

I really hope it doesn't say Jason is a Deadite either. That just wouldn't sit well with me.

I finally got issue #3 today.

[Jigsaw]

It would definitely ruin the series if they revealed that IMO. Just keep Jason the way he is and keep this series good.

[Cody]

Ash just thought Jason was a Deadite because they're all he knows (especially with this being in film continuity rather than AOD comic continuity). Jeff Katz didn't intend to tie Freddy or Jason's histories into the Necronomicon, I doubt the comic will go that way.

James Kuhoric's commentary to FJA#3. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=142372)

That page of Ash taking the chainsaw to Jason is a beautiful thing. The shot from above, then cutting to the close-up of Jason as the 'saw rips into him. That would look awesome in action.

[Voo-doo]

when does the forth one come out?

[Cody]

#4 comes out January 23rd

#5 - February 27th
#6 - March 26th

[Jigsaw]

I really can't wait for the next three issues, the first three have been awesome and I hope the remaining three live up to the promise that's been shown so far.

[Voo-doo]

#4 comes out January 23rd

#5 - February 27th
#6 - March 26th

thanks. it seemed no one knew when it was coming out.

[Chucky's back]

Got issue 3 today, fun stuff. I loved Eric Powell's cover with Freddy and Jason fighting in front of the red Ash background.

[francesco]

3rd issue is amazing!


i love when freddy's got the necronomic and gives more brain to Jason!

i want a movie too:cry:

[Chucky's back]

3rd issue is amazing!


i love when freddy's got the necronomic and gives more brain to Jason!

i want a movie too:cry:

My favourite part has to be store massacre, Jason grinding a customer through a shopping cart was hilarious. It was a bit overdone and Itchy and Scratchy-ish but for some reason I loved that kill.

I'm confused about the cover of issue six: http://www.dccomics.com/comics/?cm=9048
Will Jason have the JX mask in that one? Or is it just the cover artist who isn't aware of what look he has in the comic? Seems there was something like that with the first F13 comic to were he had the JTM look on the cover but the FVSJ design in the comic.

[Voo-doo]

the mask on the "cover" of part 6 reminds me of JGTH. and Jason seems to be more brutal in his kills now than in any of the other films.

[Cody]

I'm confused about the cover of issue six: http://www.dccomics.com/comics/?cm=9048
Will Jason have the JX mask in that one? Or is it just the cover artist who isn't aware of what look he has in the comic?

Looks to me like it's an homage to the 1-8 boxset cover (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/5138APHVF3L._SS500_.jpg).

[Chucky's back]

Looks to me like it's an homage to the 1-8 boxset cover (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/5138APHVF3L._SS500_.jpg).
Ah, yes. But weren't that boxart changed to the JTM mask? Because Paramount couldn't use New Line's JX mask?

[Cody]

The coloring was changed, but it still looks JX-ish to me.

[Just Jeans]

I've got the first issue of this but haven't read it yet. How many have come out so far?

Ah, yes. But weren't that boxart changed to the JTM mask? Because Paramount couldn't use New Line's JX mask?

I got the box set for Christmas, and the first thing I noticed was that the mask on the cover is the Jason X mask with red checks (pointing the wrong direction) painted on the cheeks.

[Cody]

I've got the first issue of this but haven't read it yet. How many have come out so far?

#4 just came out last Wednesday.

[Just Jeans]

I'm going to have to see if I can find issue 2-4. I wasn't aware it was so far along by now.

[Jigsaw]

I got Issue 4 and the action is really starting to pick up. Man, this would've made a phenomenal film :(

[The One and Only]

Commentary for issue four. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=144937)

[Jigsaw]

Thanks for the link. I'm loving the comic and the commentaries.

[Rick]

Ok, issue 4 was good but I gotta wonder what was it that Freddy actually did to Jason in the end of 3? Was it to make him smarter, because if it was I just don't see it reflected in this issue. Sure, he didn't fall for the trap on the porch but I honestly don't think Jason was ever that stupid to begin with. And why did he forget the kids and go after Freddy in the end when Freddy used his new power? That just seemed nonsensical to me.
And at the end of the commentary James Kuhoric (JAK) mentions to pay close attention to Jason's zombie victims and you'll see references to the most popular kills in the series and maybe a few suprises.
All I see is two references to Jimbo on two different victims (one with a cleaver or hatchet to the face and a different victim's hand with nails through it) and maybe one to the character in JGTH that got his face shoved in the deep fryer.
All of them are wearing the same clothes (blue t-shirts) except the blond in the first panel with a green shirt. Anything else that anyone can definitely identify, we aren't given many to look at.
I hope the next issue will have a few more identifiable past-victims.

[Cody]

It picks up in Issue 2, there's quite a bit of action and mayhem.

I got Issue 3 and enjoyed it a lot. The action's picking up a lot.

I got Issue 4 and the action is really starting to pick up.

I wonder if things will pick up in issue 5? ;)

I'm going to have to see if I can find issue 2-4. I wasn't aware it was so far along by now.

The book's been selling out, according to Jason Craig stores have a couple more days to get in orders for the second printings of 2 and 3.

[Jigsaw]

It gets more exciting with each new issue.

[Joe Strummer]

The comics are alright, but every time i read an issue, I can't help but think this would be better as a movie. Bruce and Englund blasting one liners at each other...
That Jason has to go tho, but I guess it makes sense for continuity reasons. I do not like Frankenson.

[francesco]

yep it's the same to me. I'm happy and sad at the same time. when i'm readind i can't stop to think that it would be the best sequel ever.

[Chucky's back]

The comics are alright, but every time i read an issue, I can't help but think this would be better as a movie. Bruce and Englund blasting one liners at each other...
That Jason has to go tho, but I guess it makes sense for continuity reasons. I do not like Frankenson.

Continuity? If the makers of FVSJ didn't give a fuck about making him look like he did in JGTH or JX when that film is supposed to take place between those two films then I don't see why the comic artists couldn't have come up with a new and better design for this comic instead of using the Frankenstein design like every other comic about Jason has done before since that film was made.

[Rick]

Maybe New Line, as part of the contract to use the character, has demanded that be the image they use?

[Cody]

Maybe New Line, as part of the contract to use the character, has demanded that be the image they use?

That was the case at Avatar, it probably is the same at Wildstorm.

[Jigsaw]

If that's the case, I wonder why the image of Jason seen on the first few issues of the first Wildstorm series clearly had the JTM-era Jason on it? :confused:

[The Dream Master]

Continuity? If the makers of FVSJ didn't give a fuck about making him look like he did in JGTH or JX when that film is supposed to take place between those two films...

Actually, the writers of FvJ very much gave a fuck about continuity. I don't know who exactly we should pin Jason's look on (I don't remember if it's mentioned in CLM and I don't have my copy on-hand).

[Chucky's back]

Actually, the writers of FvJ very much gave a fuck about continuity. I don't know who exactly we should pin Jason's look on (I don't remember if it's mentioned in CLM and I don't have my copy on-hand).
I'm just guessing, but I say Ronny Yu. He wanted Jason to walk and move like Frankenstein and wouldn't be a surprise if he wanted him to look like the old monster to.

[The Dream Master]

That would be my guess, too.

[Sketch Sanchez]

Rich, not only did Jason not do what you said but he also looked right at the kids and waved his index finger "nuh-uh!", that was a pretty big indicator that he has a functioning brain now. Also, I think he realized at the end that what Freddy is doing is bad news for him too so he decided to step in, also another sign that he has a brain. Also, I think you're giving Jay way to much credit, he would have fallen for that trap. He would have seen the hat and gone into or toward the house, without a doubt.

Whats up with Freddy constantly telling Ash to give him the book? He has the book already, he's read from it 2-3 times, I dont get it.

[Rick]

^I think this was directed at me.
I don't think you are giving Jason enough credit.
He may have prank called Alice in part 2. He's smart enough to take out power and phone lines. He's set a rope snare. He's placed heads in vehicles to prevent someone from using the car to get away. He knew Ginny was under the bed and if i remember correctly he knew Chris was in the closet in 3. He knew Maddie was hiding in the garden shed in 7.
Jason isn't that dumb.
The only thing i saw that suggested he may have been smarter was the finger wag to let the teens know he knew it was a trap. Aside from that, not falling for a trick isn't completely out of character for him through the series. Obviously Freddy was supposed to have made him smarter, but it couldn't have been by much.
And I agree with you about Freddy telling Ash to give him the book. That just makes no sense.

[Chucky's back]

Maybe New Line, as part of the contract to use the character, has demanded that be the image they use?
Yeah, that might be it. Was the same thing about the old comics. In the Jason VS Leatherface comic he has the JGTH look, even though it makes no sense as the story appears to take place after Jason Lives.

[Sketch Sanchez]

I'm not saying jason is a full on idiot or anything, but he has fallen for traps and tricks before (Ginnie playing his mom in 2, Tommy pretending to be him in 4, Tommy luring him to the lake in 6, the FBI sting in 9, The VR in X) sometimes he eventually sees through them (2) sometimes he doesnt (4) but he sometimes gets confused or does exactly what the person wants them to do because he's a creature of instinct and survival. I dont see why he wouldnt have seen that hat on the ground and thought "hmm, maybe they're in the house?", remember most of his victims tend to run into houses or anywhere with four walls and a roof for protection for a place to hopefully hide. He knows this very well.

[Rick]

Yah, Jason isn't perfect but I don't think it came off making him look any smarter then he already was.

[Sketch Sanchez]

hahaha I still thought you were Rich. I'm dumb.

Anyway, I thought it totally did so this is pretty funny how we see it so differently. The minute he turned to those kids and wagged his finger I bust out laughing and said "Oh shit, he's smarter!"

On a related note, he killed those kids but we didnt see it, I hate that. I only say this because the next time we see him, both machetes are bloody and they werent before.

[Rick]

Yah, I never noticed that. That does suck. There is no reason for an "off-screen" kill in a horror comic. I wonder if he got Ash's new girlfriend too? Probably not, she'll probably end up distracting Freddy at some point, although with Ash's luck with women and all, you never know.

[Joe Strummer]

I don't keep up on comics at all and this series is the only one I'm reading, but when can we expect the next issue to drop?

[Jigsaw]

Issue 6 comes out on March 26th.

[Joe Strummer]

Thanks! I'm looking forward to it. The comic is pretty fun!

[Jigsaw]

It's been great so far. A few minor quips aside, I've enjoyed the Hell out of it. Shame it never got turned into a film and probably never will :(

[The One and Only]

Commentery for issue five of the three for forall horror brawl. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=149594)

[Jigsaw]

I enjoyed that commentary, thanks for the link.

[Darth Sinister]

The off screen kills happen because there is space limitations. There's only so much you can cram into a comic without jacking up the page count as well as raising the price of said issue.

[Cody]

Just read #5 and

Ash just thought Jason was a Deadite because they're all he knows (especially with this being in film continuity rather than AOD comic continuity). Jeff Katz didn't intend to tie Freddy or Jason's histories into the Necronomicon, I doubt the comic will go that way.

OK, so I was wrong. Though Kuhoric says it's just a "maybe", I'm still not a big fan of the Necronomicon containing images of Pamela using it to resurrect Jason. Though I liked that idea for tying ED and F13 together back when I was first daydreaming of a Jason vs Ash back in the mid-90s, I don't like that idea anymore.

As for the FJA comics being in movie continuity, Ash mentioning "Sugar Baby" is a bit messed, since she was a character in the AOD comics. But I'll just pretend he was talking about Sheila.

[francesco]

i'm still cryng about this. it would be a very great movie.

[The One and Only]

Sales have been so well for the uber-horror event that is Freddy Vs. Jason Vs. Ash, a second printing for issues 1-4 is on the way in case any of you(like me) missed an issue. (http://www.comicbookresources.com/news/newsitem.cgi?id=13501)

[Rick]

I've been very diligent, all I need is the last issue.

[Brett H.]

I don't read comics, would it be best to just wait for a trade paperback or are those only available on certain titles?

[Kane Lives]

or are those only available on certain titles?


FVJVA will be getting a trade paperback. I think it's already listed on Amazon. It's supposed to have extra pages and touched up artwork for certain panels.

[Rick]

Yah, it's probably best to wait in terms of cost, but it all comes down to weather you can wait or not.

[Jigsaw]

I got Issue 6 today, and the series ends on a solid note. Only things I haven't liked about FVJVA is Jason only uses the machete and some of Freddy's one-liners are lame, but other than that it's made for a Hell of an entertaining series and I'll be reading all six issues together sometime soon.

[Brett H.]

Yah, it's probably best to wait in terms of cost, but it all comes down to weather you can wait or not.

No problem whatsoever waiting. :)

[The One and Only]

Commentery from writer Jim Kuhoric on the final issue of Freddy Vs. Jason Vs. Ash. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=152110)

[Sketch Sanchez]

The final issue was so awesome--it made me wish that this was a movie so much. I would have LOVED to have been able to just sit back, let go of past continuity, my own theories, any preconcieved notions and enjoy a fucking three way throw down between freddy, Jason and Ash. What an awesome sight that would have been.

[Jigsaw]

I would've loved for this to have been made into a movie as well. I enjoyed the Hell out of this comic.

[Cody]

The FJA TPB (http://www.dccomics.com/comics/?cm=10006) will be out September 10th.

[Cody]

The AOD comic's co-writer (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/081031-mike-raicht-army-of-darkness.html) says that James Kuhoric will soon be writing Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash 2.

[Jigsaw]

Awesome news, I loved the first FVJVA.

[Darth Reaper]

If they are going to do a sequel to FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH, I'd like to see them bring in Mike Wolfer to do the art. His stuff is awesome.

[Jigsaw]

Mike Wolfer did some amazing artwork on the F13 Avatar comics and he had some cool ideas for comics he planned on doing that involved returning characters. It'd be great for him to get to use them.

[Cody]

I'd rather they retain Jason Craig for the art on FJA2, but possibly employ Wolfer elsewhere in F13 land.

[Jigsaw]

For the sequel, I hope we see Jason using more weapons as opposed to the original, he almost always used the machete.

[The One and Only]

Wolfer would also be at the top of my list for FJA II for the artist slot. Loved his stuff on the Avatar F13 books. He really had some sweet ideas for two minseries that got approved, then shot down with the rights being handed over to Wildstorm. I mean seeing the return of Tommy Jarvis, the Hellbaby, and the voodoo resurrection of Creigington Duke would've been hellacool.:evil: Although from the correspondence with the writer/artist himself, things were not all that cool between him and the guys at the liscensing department New Line Cinema. The guy there was disappointed that Avatar couldn't get Barry-Windsor Smith(Machine Man, Conan The Barbarian, Rune, Weapon-X) for the book, and took the disappointment that his unrealistic expectations couldn't met on Wolfer. :ballshot:

Some other artists on my wish list for this project would be Tim Seeley(HACK/slash, HALLOWEEN:NIGHTDANCE, Exiles) for the book. And speaking of HACK/slash, I'd give my cousin's left nut to see Freddy and Jason face off with that book's characters. The slasher hunters Cassie Hack and Vlad. New Line was rumored to be seriously looking at the two slasher hunters to face off with :freddy: and :jason: after the Ash deal fell through. Kyle Hotz(Epilougue,Man-Thing, Simon Garth:Zombie), an excellent, if somewhat underrated artist.

[Cody]

Looked into it, and found out that right now Jason Craig is expected to be back to draw the sequel. James Kuhoric is writing from a plot put together by himself, Craig, and Jeff Katz.

[Cody]

Survivor Reunion in Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash 2 (http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news/comicsnews.php?id=9810)

This afternoon at Dark Delicacies in Burbank, California, I got to talking with Jeff Katz and artist Jason Craig of Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash who were in the area signing copies of the Dynamite/Wildstorm graphic novel. They opened up a bit and gave me some dirt on the next chapter in the series Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash 2 which has been in the planning stages since last November.

Katz revealed the story will pick shortly after the first mash-up. It begins with the U.S. government venturing out to Crystal Lake where they exhume the Necronomicon from its icy tomb. Jason Voorhees is loosed in the process donning his famous hockey mask guise, now partially blown away from Ash's shotgun so it exposes Jason's shredded, toothsome jaw. (I was fortunate to see some rough artwork, Jason now looks like a Grim Reaper of sorts.) The government makes off with the Necronomicon and begins to tinker around with it. Freddy is somehow brought back...

And so are many of the veterans from previous Nightmare on Elm Street and Friday the 13th entries.

Katz revealed Tommy Jarvis (from Friday), Dr. Gordon (from Nightmare 3) and many other survivors of Freddy and Jason's reign of terror join the fray this time. "I don't want to ruin any of the surprises, but there are a ton of cameos," Katz said. Ash, naturally, is making a return; enjoying retirement until he's called into the action.

From the sounds of it, Katz and Craig are working on a four-part mini-series. Oh, and the title? Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash 2: Nightmare Warriors.

Currently, no street date has been set, but it will likely hit comic shops later this year.
ADDED:
That article has since been mysteriously updated to remove some details, including quotes and references to returning survivors.

[Cody]

slashfilm (http://www.slashfilm.com/2009/03/17/exclusive-first-look-freddy-vs-jason-vs-ash/) has details on Freddy vs Jason vs Ash 2 #1

FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH: THE NIGHTMARE WARRIORS #1
Written by Jeff Katz and James Kuhoric
Art by Jason Craig
Covers by Arthur Suydam

Beneath the bloody waters of Crystal Lake, an immortal evil wakes and begins anew the cycle of grueling violence. Six months after the events of FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH, a power-hungry government bureaucrat unleashes the denizens of the Necronomicon including the banished spirit of the Springwood Slasher, Freddy Krueger. But Ash Williams has checked his monster-hunting past at the door. A Chosen One no more, he thinks that a life of domestic bliss and retail tending is his true calling until the ghosts of the past show up to punch his clock again.

The original creative team behind WildStorm and Dynamite Entertainment¹s FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH proudly presents the bloody sequel to the sold-out smash horror crossover event! Featuring a triptych cover by Arthur Suydam (Marvel Zombies) to match the triptych cover from the original miniseries. Co-published with Dynamite Entertainment.

On sale June 24 - 1 of 6 - 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US - MATURE READERS

including a look at the cover (http://www.slashfilm.com/wp/wp-content/images/freddyvsjasonvsash.jpg).

[Chucky's back]

I hope they don't use the FVSJ look for Jason this time, I need some variation.

[The One and Only]

Interview with Jeff Katz on FJA II:Nightmare Warriors. (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/030926-Katz-FvJvA2.html)

[Rick]

Tommy Jarvis and Ash teaming up?Sweet.

[Darth Sinister]

I hope they don't use the FVSJ look for Jason this time, I need some variation.

Well, he is apparently.

[Rick]

Well, he is apparently.

The link to the cover show's Jason with a rotted exposed chest, open deteriorating shirt, heavy chain around his neck all looking like they are essentially the same clothing he wore in part 7. The mask, however, is the same from 3/FvsJ.
Of course I'm sure anyone familiar with comics knows what is on the cover of a comic isn't necessarily an accurate depiction of what's inside.

[The One and Only]

Interview with FJA-II artist, Jason Craig, on the Crisis of Horror. (http://www.comicmonsters.com/features-1006-Freddy_vs_Ash_2_interview_with_Kuhoric_and_Katz.ht ml) Warning, spoiler heavy.

[The Tall Man]

So, not only did Neil Gordon tap Nancy's ass, but now he's tapping Freddy's daughter's too? Something seems seriously wrong with this scenario.

Now I'm wondering just how that first date went.

NEIL: So, um, I killed your father.
MAGGIE: That is SO weird. I killed my father too! (extended pause) Wanna fuck?

T.M.

[francesco]

can't wait for this comic. i still would like to see a movie about it!

[Monkey]

This kind of thing pisses me off.

Spider-man and Transformers on the big screen. FvJvA in a comic book. Arcade games at home. If only this stuff were available 20 years ago, when I could get excited about it. :|

[Cody]

Wildstorm (http://www.dccomics.com/wildstorm/comics/?cm=12156) has issue 2 listed

Something strange is happening in the halls of Project Black Book. The covert government group is unleashing creatures of mass destruction in their bid to gain control over the Necronomicon. And as the survivors of Freddy and Jason's murder sprees congregate, the short-lived reunion is shattered by the violent arrival of Jason Voorhees. But when a mysterious stranger arrives to aid in the battle, Jason must confront the one man who has not only survived his murderous rampages but has also "killed him" in the past. Fan favorite Tommy Jarvis returns to finish what he started and see Jason Voorhees buried a final time!

On Sale July 22, 2009

with a Jason cover image at the link.

[Rick]

I wonder if Tommy will be drawn to resemble any of his film versions?

[Chucky's back]

I like the idea of bringing Tommy back, but apart from that there isn't much else that interest me about this comic.

[Cody]

Issue 3 is listed (http://www.dccomics.com/wildstorm/comics/?cm=12522)

Freddy Krueger has become one with the Necronomicon, and he has the full power of the book at his disposal – including control of the Deadites. Making a Faustian bargain with Jason Voorhees, Freddy promises to return everything he's lost if Jason will be a general in Freddy's army. Will Washington D.C. fall to such nefarious foes? Who could possibly stand against such forces? Ash Williams and Tommy Jarvis aim to find out.

On Sale August 19, 2009

[Cody]

Issue #4 is listed. Spoilery. (http://www.dccomics.com/wildstorm/comics/?cm=12941)

Reminder: The first issue of Nightmare Warriors will be in stores next Wednesday.

[The One and Only]

Preview for issue two. (http://www.comicmonsters.com/ftopict-11671.html) Feature the in the buff return of Freddy.

[The Tall Man]

They have GOT to be shitting me...

T.M., Esq.

[The Dream Master]

De Luca writing this shit? :X

[Chucky's back]

Naked Robert Englund anyone? Sure as hell didn't expect to see that.

And are they STILL using the Frankenstein Jason from FVSJ? Jesus man, at this point I'd even take the equally bad remake look just for the sake of some variation.

[Rick]

Maybe that's the only Jason image they have the rights too.

[Cody]

It's mainly them having continuity in this case, because these FJA stories are direct sequels to FvsJ.

The look has changed a bit as Jason has taken some battle damage. The bottom half of the hockey mask was shotgunned away and he lost one of his hands (so he stuck the machete into his stump).

[The One and Only]

We'll no doubt see him restored halfway through the series when Kruger gets back the Necromicon. Although I was a wee bit bugged to see that Rennie(Jason Takes Manhattan) and Tina(The New Blood) looking younger than they did in their respective flicks. But it was made up for with Tommy Doryle's last minute save.