Created by the unique collaboration between marvel and walt disney imagineering, this allnew fiveissue series delivers an exciting steampunk fantasy adventure that reveals the neverbeforetold origin of the inventor known as. Dive into the comic fandub of the steampunk fantasy story exploring the neverbeforerevealed origin of the inventor known as dreamfinder, and how one little spark of inspiration created a. Figment is a new marvel comic book based on the disney theme park character of the same name, and telling the origin stories of the theme park characters dreamfinder and figment. Figment comic read figment comic online in high quality. Everyones favorite epcot dragon figment became the star of his own book. Dive into a steampunk fantasy story exploring the neverbeforerevealed origin of the inventor known as dreamfinder, and how one little spark of inspiration created a dragon called figment. Disney kingdoms is a marvel imprintseries based on the attractions of the disney theme parks and the first major collaboration between disney and marvel after the buyout. The next great disney adventure is here starring one of disneys most popular characters. There may not be a theme park character more deeply loved than figment.
Fact is, there are millions of figment fansand enough of us clamoring for more to prompt disney and marvel comics to launch an allnew, limited edition series based on the worlds most popular secret disney. This weeks saturday six takes a look at comic books inspired by disney attractions. Epcots dreamfinder and figment take a steampunk journey. The next great disney adventure is herestarring one of disneys most popu. In fablewood, all of the stories that have ever been told live sidebyside. Fresh baked is here to bring you our thoughts on the new figment comic from the disneymarvel collaboration.
At an early age i knew i loved two things more than anything else comic books and video games and no matter how. Marvel comics archives page 4 of 5 bounding into comics. Still, it makes me happy about showing figments true colors in the comic books series, which i have in hard book covers and love very much. Theme parks and comic books go together like peas and carrots. In one great scene from the book, as mickey describes to goofy that gas could. If you missed the first miniseries, disney kingdoms recently released a hardbound book of all fiveissues. It also features a signed and personalized handdrawn figment cartoon by the characters creator, renowned disney legend tony baxter. Disneys dreamfinder, figment get origin story in marvel comic series. For some strange reason over the past few years i have been getting back into comic books again. Zub, andrade, and beaulieu perfectly capture what was at the heart of the original disney attraction, but have created something entirely new. Tony baxter figment sketch and comic books collection.
A look at the first issue of the new figment 2 comic series from disney kingdoms. It would be written by jim zub, illustrated by felipe andrade, colored by beaulieu, and lettered by caramagna. I am not a huge comic book fan, but i ended up reading this before i gave it to him and i loved it. Newest disney kingdoms comic book series spotlights renowned disney theme park attraction new york, nydecember 15th, 2014 coming in march 2015. This figmentthemed collection includes the inaugural issue of the disney kingdoms. A few months ago when i heard about figment, i just knew that this was going to be a real knock out of the park hit.
But it is an evil place, overseen by the awful mister grimm and his cadre of think police. Dreamfinder and figment return in sequel to marvel comic. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. I know im not the only one wishing those action figures were real.
Crosscultural interactive art in the park with figment. The friends of figment was a group of disney fans who were outraged when the character was removed from the park. And todays technology could do wonders to tell the story of dreamfinder, figment, and the four realms of. Figment provides excellent comedic relief from having no clue what p. At disney worlds epcot theme park in orlando, florida, there is a ride. Disneys dreamfinder, figment get origin story in marvel. Figment which is impressive, considering the fact that i do not graphic novels much. Dive into a steampunk fantasy story exploring the neverbeforerevealed origin of the inventor known as dreamfinder, and how one little.
Check out individual issues, and find out how to read them. Dive into a steampunk fantasy story revealing the origin of the inventor known as dreamfinder, and learn how one little spark of inspiration created a purple dragon called figment. Figment sells merchandise the comic books from a few years ago shocked execs at how well it sold. Figment, a small purple dragon, occasionally seen sporting a yellow sweater, is the mascot of the imagination. I cant wait for the third on to come out as a trilogy.
For me personally, figment is one of my absolute favorite disney characters. Marvels figment comic surprisingly not terrible fresh. Also, another thing about journey into your imagination as well as journey into imagination with figment, the antigravity room is a real bust. The six best theme park related comic books touring plans. Journey into imagination with figment is the third and latest incarnation of a dark ride attraction located within the imagination.
Disney books for children ages 912 disney publishing. The highlight of the book is of course the title character. Thanks to their efforts and protests, figment was reinstituted and the new version of the journey to imagination. Books archive disney books disney publishing worldwide. As a disney obsessive, i loved reading about one of my favourite disney parks characters, figment. The journey into imagination pavilion opened with the rest of epcot center on october 1, 1982, but the journey into imagination dark ride did not open until march. First look at figment comic variant cover by walt disney imagineer tom morris from marvel the six best theme park related comic books figment traveling thru time and space. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. It may be an allages comic, but it has the maturity to compete as a comic for adults and not just for kids. Jim zub gets to play in a very expansive sand box with this particular disney world attraction.
The first is a sequel to the highly successful figment comic. Marvel and disney reteaming for figment 2 this september. Marvel to present dreamfinder and figments origin in new comic. The adventures of red and mister woof have only just begun. Figment as a character is actually wellliked and this is based off of disney survey results.
Marvel has announced that its teaming up with walt disney imagineering for figment 2, the followup to the smashhit, soldout disney kingdoms series, which is set to bring us more adventures. Elephant and piggie elephant and piggie like reading ellie elsa encyclopedia espnw fancy nancy feast figment finding dory finding nemo finn forces of destiny forky frankenweenie freeform books fresh off the boat frozen frozen 2 frozen ii gabby duran gabby duran and the unsittables galaxys edge gamora general hospital girl meets world golden. Marvel to present dreamfinder and figments origin in new. Figment is the beloved purple dragon that is featured in all the various versions of the epcot attraction journey into imagination and serves as the park s mascot. Mouseplanet disney stuff figment comics by chris barry. However i just wanted more, the actual story only took up about 20 pages of the comic and the rest was adverts. Now youd think that comic books go hand in hand with the theme park demographic. Ships from and sold by lehigh valley comics and collectibles.
Earlier this summer, i shared details about a new comic series inspired by walt disneys enchanted tiki room. Even if kodak hadnt demanded it, the ride while nostalgic and beloved was no longer fit for a spot in a park determined to showcase innovation. Initially, the series was a try out magazine that featured four color comics characters not all of which were owned by disney who did not yet have their own titles. Brought to you by the acclaimed and uniquely talented team of jim zub skullkickers and filipe andrade captain marvel. Dreamfinder and figment return in sequel to marvel comic book series.
Marvel comics continues disney kingdoms line with figment. Rumor inside out to replace journey into imagination. He starred in a series of epcot educational media short films made for schools and. This fiveissue series, created by writer jim zub, artist filipe andrade and cover artist john tyler christopher. That lovable purple dragon, along with his partnerincrime the dreamfinder from the journey into imagination. Well, it is not only a great read but it is beautifully drawn with a great style that allows disney to show a new side to these characters. So because you dont like figment in its current version, you then project said feelings onto all the guests. This department produced everything from comic books like.
Get caught up on the original series with the figment hc, on sale now in comic shops and wherever books are sold. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. For more information, visit for an interview with writer jim zub and get caught up with the figment hc, on sale now in comic shops and wherever books are sold. One could see figment and dreamfinder having numerous comic books. Figment, telling the secret origin story of disneys famous theme park mascot. Figment and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Figment walt disney world epcot tom morris imagineer variant dreamweaver photo. I think it stemmed from my parents selling my childhood home. As a long time fan of figment, im thrilled to announce that. The next great disney adventure is herestarring one of disneys most popular characters. Disney might be trying a little too hard to cash in on steampunk.
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