KEVIN SMITH GREEN HORNET (2010)

"The Green Hornet is back and Dynamite is the new home for the avenging hero and his faithful sidekick, Kato (and, the Black Beauty, 'natch!)! And we're kicking things off with a BANG as we launch the first of a new series of adventures starting with the great Kevin Smith. And let's get it out of the way, right here, right NOW - the scripts are in! Every single one! Joining Smith in bringing his unproduced screenplay to life is artist Jonathan (Black Terror) Lau as they present the one and only origin of the Green Hornet and Kato. This is the comic book version of Kevin smith's unproduced Green Hornet film and Dynamite is the only place to get in on the action - it all begins here! Look for Matt Wagner's Green Hornet: Year One and Brett Matthews The Green Hornet Strikes! In future issues of previews!"

"The Green Hornet is back and Dynamite is the new home for the avenging hero and his faithful sidekick, Kato (and, the Black Beauty, 'natch!)! Issue #2 continues the incredible opening blast from Dynamite and Kevin Smith and wait until you see what's coming as the original Green Hornet struggles with forces put in motion against him and his son unwittingly becomes a pawn in a world not of his making! Never before seen, this comic adaptation of the unproduced Kevin Smith screenplay is THE comic book event of 2010 (and beyond!) Featuring an incredible array of covers by Alex Ross, John Cassaday, Joe Benitez and Stephen Segovia!"

"This is the one you WILL NOT WANT TO MISS! The stunning final pages of this issue will have fans talking for the rest of the year and beyond! Join writer Kevin Smith, artist Jonathan Lau and a host of talented cover artists (Ross, Cassaday, Segovia and Benitez!) as they unveil the next generation of The Green Hornet, Kato, and the mysterious Black Hornet! Is the Black Hornet friend or foe? Will the original Green Hornet rise up to fight again for justice? Where's Kato been all this time? Who's the mysterious and beautiful Mulan? Find out all of this and more in this very issue!"

"After the incredible events of the last issue, the legacy of the Green Hornet and its future are forever altered! There's not too much more we can say without giving away the thrilling events, but this issue features the aftermath of the battle with the Black Hornet, the original Hornet, Kato, his daughter and young Britt Reid! Featuring another awesome line-up of covers from Ross, Cassaday, Benitez and Segovia! Ask your local retailer for the incredible line-up of incentive covers to complete your collection!"

"(W) Kevin Smith (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Alex Ross (50%), John Cassaday (50%), Joe Benitez (1-in-10), Stephen Segovia (1-in-25) The adventure continues! It's all been leading to this as Britt Jr. has made his momentous decision last issue to continue the legacy of his father and become the Green Hornet anew! With a pair of Kato's at his side, does crime stand a chance? Well, yeah, because Britt has a lot to learn as you'll see in this issue! From the unproduced screenplay by fan-favorite Kevin Smith, featuring the careful had of Phil Hester and artist Jonathan Lau! And check out that strong of all-star covers! 'Phil Hester's breakdowns and Jonathan Lau's finished art are a pleasure to look at. The action sequences are dead on, but they also do a good job of showing emotion, reaction, and introspection.' -BlogCritics.com"

"(W) Kevin Smith (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Alex Ross (50%), John Cassaday (50%), Joe Benitez (1-in-10) We're in the home stretch of the biggest superhero launch of the year as Dynamite continues to proudly present Kevin Smith's Green Hornet! The dark forces that took the life of the original Green Hornet now set their sights on young Britt Reid Jr as he takes up his father's war on crime. With the help of the Kato family Britt begins to grow into his role as hero. But a larger, more sinister game is afoot, one that could cost our new Green Hornet not only his life, but the lives of everyone in Century City.From the unproduced screenplay by fan-favorite Kevin Smith, featuring the careful had of Phil Hester and artist Jonathan Lau! And check out that strong of all-star covers!"

"(W) Kevin Smith (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Alex Ross (50%), John Cassaday (50%) & Joe Benitez (1-in-10) The New Green Hornet and Kato renew their fathers' war on crime, but even as they clean up the streets of Century City, the Black Hornet musters his forces for a final confrontation with the gang-busting duo. Britt Reid assumes his father's role as publisher of The Sentinel and quickly uncovers a plot to unleash a hellish new war machine that will imperil not only his city, but the world. Fighting a war on two fronts, the young Green Hornet reaches his breaking point."

"Written by KEVIN SMITH • Art by JONATHAN LAU Covers by ALEX ROSS (50%), GREG HORN (50%) & JOE BENITEZ (1-in-10) * 'Negative Art' retailer incentive cover by ALEX ROSS * 'Virgin Art' retailer incentive cover by ALEX ROSS The new Green Hornet faces his greatest challenge as the deadly Black Hornet engages him in a high-octane duel to the death on the streets of Century City. As The Black Hornet strikes at the very heart of the Hornet's Nest, even the aid of the Kato family may not be enough to keep the legacy of The Green Hornet intact, or Britt Reid alive. Only on the verge of their own destruction do Green Hornet and Kato realize that Century City itself faces an equally disastrous fate. 32 pages FC • $3.99 • Teen +"

"(W) Kevin Smith (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Alex Ross (50%), Greg Horn (50%) & Joe Benitez (1-in-10) Green Hornet and Kato's confrontation with The Black Hornet has left them in an unimaginable death trap of epic proportions. Only Kato's drastic, dangerous gambit can save them. Even if it does, The Black Hornet's insidious plans for Century City spell doom for our heroes. Only their self sacrifice can prevent the utter destruction of their beloved city. Will the new Green Hornet's first mission also be his last?"

"(W) Kevin Smith (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Alex Ross (50%), Greg Horn (50%) & Joe Benitez (1-in-10) TOP SECRET! CONFIDENTIAL! NO REALLY, WE CAN'T TELL YOU WHAT HAPPENS!"

"(W) Phil Hester (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Alex Ross (main), Phil Hester (1-in-10), Jonathan Lau (1-in-15) The Black Hornet is history, but a new, even deadlier threat has grown right in the heart of Century City, and it may already be too late for The Green Hornet and Kato to stop it. How can Green Hornet scare a street gang out of business when the gang members themselves have no fear of anything, even death? Is the horrifying power behind their fearless ferocity truly supernatural? And just who is Saint Death?"

"Green Hornet and Kato's battle with the deadly Santa Muerte gang takes a turn for the bizarre when the Saint of Death itself takes a hand. When Britt is captured by police, a detective discovers the truth about Green Hornet's cover as a crime lord, leaving Mulan alone to face the maniacal cult. Plus, the original Kato and Clutch are caught in the coils of the remnants of the Juuma clan in Japan."

"Green Hornet and Kato take their fight with the mysterious Santa Muerte cult to its home base, a secret, hidden church of crime. But while Green Hornet battles the gang members, Kato learns that Saint Death is no mere myth. Meanwhile, in Japan, the Elder Kato and Clutch strike back at the remains of the Juuma crime family before their plans for revenge can reach American shores, but is it too late? This issue a Kato will fall!"

"Written by PHIL HESTER Art by JONATHAN LAU Covers by ALEX ROSS (main), PHIL HESTER (1-in-10), JONATHAN LAU (1-in-15) 'Virgin Art' Retailer incentive cover by ALEX ROSS In this shocking conclusion to this multi-part epic Green Hornet stands alone against the unholy power of Santa Muerte. With Mulan Kato on death's door, will the training of the Kato clan be enough to keep The Green Hornet alive in his first solo showdown? Meanwhile, the original Kato and his nephew Clutch become a target for the Yakuza's deadliest assassin, a man known only as Red Hand."

"Tragedy and terror combine to destroy the Green Hornet family once and for all. With Kato out of commission, Green Hornet tries his hand at solo crime fighting, but a rookie mistake has tragic consequences that may force Britt Reid Jr. to give up his role as Green Hornet forever. Hayashi and Clutch Kato return from their mission against the Juuma clan in Japan, but find themselves tailed by the deadliest assassin alive, the mysterious Redhand."

"(W) Ande Parks (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Phil Hester (33%), Jonathan Lau (33), Johnny Desadrins (33%) The mysterious and deadly Redhand makes his move against the Kato family. With Mulan ailing, and Hayashi guarding her, it falls to Green Hornet to stand alone against the deadliest foe he has ever faced. An enemy with training and knowledge surpassing even his, an enemy who can't be found... until he strikes. Don't miss the introduction of the greatest villain in the Green Hornet universe!"

"(W) Ande Parks (A) Jonathan Lau (C) Brian Denham (33%), Phil Hester (33%), and Jonathan Lau (33%) A secret and deadly threat from the past continues to assault the new Green Hornet and Kato. Part two of a four issue storyline that will see everything Britt Reid, Jr. and Mulan have built in the city their fathers once made safe. As their unknown foe tests Green Hornet and Kato with a team of murderous super villains, our heroes have dual missions. They need to figure out who is behind these attacks. They also need to stay alive long enough to do something about it!"

"Writer: Phil Hester (plot) Ande Parks (script) Penciller/Inker: Igor Vitorino Covers: Brian Denham (1/3), Phil Hester (1/3), and Jonathan Lau (1/3) The killer-for-hire known as Redhand has taken down Green Hornet and the new Kato. Now, this highly-skilled assassin sets his sights on the original Kato. It's an epic kung-fu battle as Hayashi Kato battles the man he helped create. Redhand won't be satisfied, even by defeating Green Hornet and both Katos. He wants to assume the criminal mantle our heroes have established in Century City, making the villainous cover of Green Hornet and Kato a reality, once and for all."

"(W) Phil Hester, Ande Parks (A) Igor Vitorino (C) Brian Denham (33%), Phil Hester (33%), and Jonathan Lau (33%) Redhand, the villainous master of disguise and martial arts from Kato's past, has defeated not one, not two, but all three of Century City's heroes. Green Hornet fell, then the new Kato, and finally the elder Kato. Redhand is poised to end what two generations of heroes have fought to attain. Now, in the finale of this four-issue arc, help arrives from the least likely source of all. Will it be enough, or will Century City have to accept a new villain, a REAL villain, in Green Hornet's place?"

"(W) Phil Hester, Ande Parks (A) Igor Vitorino (C) Brian Denham (33%), Phil Hester (33%), and Jonathan Lau (33%) A new exhibit has opened in Century City; a look back at the mysterious figures from the city's crime-ridden past, the original Green Hornet and Kato. The heirs of the Green Hornet legacy have decided to take in the displays, remembering what it was like to grow up with legendary fathers. But, as Britt Reid, Jr. and Mulan Kato stroll through the relics of their fathers' past, their peaceful day ends with a bang. A villain from the past wants something back from the display cases. Now, the new Green Hornet and Kato must fight their fathers' battles all over again. Lucky for Britt and Mulan, some of their fathers' weapons are right at hand."

"Covers: Brian Denham (33%), Phil Hester (33%), and Jonathan Lau (33%) Writer: Ande Parks Artist: Igor Vitorino Colorist: Ivan Nunes This stand alone story is jam packed with malevolent Mixed Martial Arts mayhem, as Green Hornet and Kato enter a cage match with the baddest men in Century City! Britt Reid and Mulan have decided to enjoy a nice, street clothes night out at the fights. When an old college buddy of Britt's is seriously injured in the octagon, our heroes join the fray. Now, Green Hornet and Kato have to stay alive in a bloody cage match to the death against the very fighters they bought tickets to see."

"Covers: Brian Denham (33%), Phil Hester (33%), and Jonathan Lau (33%) Writer: Ande Parks Artist: Igor Vitorino Colorist: Ivan Nunes In the first issue of an all-new arc that will change Green Hornet forever changed, new villains arrive on the Century City scene, and an old hero dies. Britt Reid tries to manage a newspaper, fight the gangs of Century City, and figure out his relationship with the new Kato. Meanwhile, a new politician attempts to rise to the top of Century City's power structure on a simple platform: stopping the Green Hornet's 'Reign of Terror'. Fear, loathing, lust and all-out kung fu action in Outcast, Part One of Six!"

"Covers: Brian Denham (33% - 02311), Phil Hester (33% ,and Jonathan Lau (33%) Writer: Ande Parks Artist: Igor Vitorino Colorist: Ivan Nunes When Green Hornet and Kato respond to a break-in at a federal reserve bank, they find themselves caught in a battle between federal troops and a band of thieves. These would-be robbers are no common street thugs. They are a well-trained and expertly led force, armed with high-powered exoskeletons. It's all-out warfare, with the new Green Hornet and Kato trying to keep downtown Century City intact. And, there's the simmering relationship between Britt and Mulan. How far will our heroes go?"

"Covers: Brian Denham (33%), Phil Hester (33%), and Jonathan Lau (33%) Writer: Ande Parks Artist: Igor Vitorino Colorist: Ivan Nunes Green Hornet's perception as a villain in Century City has been kicked up a notch, as someone disguised as the Hornet has assassinated the city's Mayor. A pair of new villains finalize their plans to seize power, and a fearful public demands blood, with Green Hornet and Kato as the prime targets. Britt Reid has to find a way to clear his alter ego's name while maintaining both his secret identity and his fearful reputation amongst the gangs of Century City. Green Hornet is now Public Enemy #1... with a bullet."

"Green Hornet battles Green Hornet, to the death. The people of Century City are convinced that Britt Reid, as Green Hornet, murdered the city's Mayor. The only way for Britt to clear his name is to track down the real killer. When Green Hornet comes face to face with his doppelganger, it may just turn out to be the last fight of his life. If Britt Reid can't defeat the costumed imposter that framed him, a hero's legacy will be destroyed forever, and Century City will fall into the hands of the evil mastermind who orchestrated the whole setup. The Outcast storyline rolls on toward its thunderous conclusion."

"Covers: Brian Denham (33%), Phil Hester (33%), and Jonathan Lau (33%) Writer: Ande Parks Artist: Igor Vitorino Colorist: Ivan Nunes He's been set up for murder. He's been forced to battle a deadly doppelganger and left for dead. Now, Green Hornet must fight an entire city. A power-mad politician hopes to rule Century City on the back of the 'villain' known as Green Hornet. Now, the city that Green Hornet and Kato have sworn to protect turns on them completely, and help arrives from the most unlikely source. The epic 'Outcast' arc screams toward a conclusion that will forever change the legacy of the Green Hornet."

"The Outcast arc reaches its thunderous conclusion! Green Hornet has been set up for murder. He's seen his entire city turned against him. He's seen the foundations of everything he and his father have built in Century City damaged. Now, it's time to strike back. With the aid of a new hero, Green Hornet and Kato fight back to save their city, and their own legacies. Will Britt Reid reclaim his role as Century City's mysterious avenger, or will he be permanently labeled an outcast?"

"Pure Kung Fu action comes to a small town! It's the beginning of a new era for Green Hornet in Century City, following the Outcast storyline. Now, the new Green Hornet and Kato hit the road in search of Mulan's father, Hayashi. The original Kato has gone looking for a connection to his youth. What he has found will teach the new Green Hornet team that deadly danger isn't exclusive to the streets of Century City."

"Covers: Stephen Sadowski (50%), Phil Hester (50%) Writer: Ande Parks Artist: Ronan Cliquet Colorist: Ivan Nunes A new criminal mastermind to deal with, a city flooded with high-tech weapons, a new public perception to manage, and a love life that veers wildly from nonexistent to complicated as hell: Britt Reid is a man with his hands full. Part two of the ARMS RACE arc finds Green Hornet and Kato battling an all-out assault from an imported villain seeking to wipe out all competition and make Century City his own."

"A new villain has arrived in Century City. Gravilov is a high-tech arms dealer, bent on using Green Hornet's city as a base from which to ship death worldwide. As Green Hornet and Kato try to stop Gravilov, the fight becomes very personal. Old enemies must become new allies, to save the lives of those dear to Kato. "

"The Hornet's Nest assaulted by high-tech killing machines! International arms dealer Gravilov has made his fight with Green Hornet and the Kato family very personal. Now, Century City's most dangerous new criminal raises the stakes again. Using a vast network of surveillance drones, Gravilov pinpoints the location of Green Hornet's hidden base of operations and attacks. Britt Reid will be forced to compromise his own principles, striking against everything Gravilov holds dear. But first, Green Hornet has to survive the war zone in his own living room. Part Three of the Arms Race arc."

"The Green Hornet is trying to re-make his image in Century City. The wealthy, brilliant and ruthless arms dealer, Gravilov isn't making it easy. Intent on using Century City as a base from which to ship death around the globe, Gravilov must first eliminate the Green Hornet and Kato. Gravilov's high-tech thugs have attacked The Hornet's Nest, leaving blood and chaos in their wake. Now, the Green Hornet will strike back. But, to defeat Gravilov, will the Hornet have to sink to his level?"

"The events of Arms Race leave the Green Hornet family in ruin. Beaten, broken, dead, and missing, the vigilantes of Century City sink into the shadows. But the city still stands, and it still needs a champion. A new Green Hornet flies across the skyline. A new chapter begins here!"

"Welcome to Century City, the home of the Green Hornet! The new Green Hornet has the support of the police and City Hall and the people love him. Will that be enough to stop a terrorist group bent on detonating a dirty bomb? The new Green Hornet may need a new partner! "

"There's only enough room for one Green Hornet and Kato in Century City! One Green Hornet is back from the dead, the other is loathe to let go of his mantle. The legacy of the emerald insect looms large over this battle to the death. Did we mention a dirty bomb is poised to go off and the city hangs in the balance?"

"Covers: Stephen Sadowski Writer: Jai Nitz Artist: Jethro Morales Snowfall blankets the city and peace is restored. The aftermath of the Hornet's Reign arc leaves Century City without heroes and villains alike. That's why there's no one to stop the madman who is stealing bodies from the city's morgues and funeral homes. Who can stop the dead from rising when the Green Hornet is dead?"

"The worst blizzard in fifty years has Century City snowed in. Little food, no power, and deadly weather would be bad enough for the scared citizens, but an army of undead creatures stalking the streets makes things worse. Can the emerald insect save the city when he's a dead man himself? Can the Green Hornet rise again, or will he be dragged back into the grave? Undead action by Jai Nitz and Jethro Morales!"

"What's worse than a supervillain? Green Hornet asks that very question when he teams up with the nefarious Nikki Stripez to crack a ring of human traffickers in Century City. What price will this deal with a devil cost Britt Reid? Heroes and villains unite!"

"There's a new villain in Century City, but he's a hero to the Latino Barrio. El Gato Rojo steals from the rich and gives to the poor. The police don't interfere when the 1% strike back and turn the barrio into a warzone. With class warfare in the streets, which side will Green Hornet choose?"

"Century City is overrun by costumed crimefighters? A wave of new heroes pours into the city to 'help' and they're all here to see the same man, Green Hornet! Can GH focus these unwanted vigilantes into a force for good, or will they end up on the other side of the law? Four-color fisticuffs brought to you by Jai Nitz and Jethro Morales! "

"Superheroes versus Superzombies! With Century City's number of costumed vigilantes on the rise, the Green Hornet must unite these crime-fighters together, or else fail in the war against Dr. Creepy and his army of murderous zombies."

"FINAL ISSUE!!! This is it! Every hero (even the dead ones!) and every villain (especially the dead ones!) come back for the final showdown in Century City. Who will make the ultimate sacrifice for Century City? This is the ending everyone will be talking about."