Episode 51: Peacemaker & Female Furies

Welcome back Squadmates.  Here is Episode 51: Peacemaker & Female Furies

Welcome back.  This month, let's welcome Tim Price to the HeadCast Network Studios.

This time we start out with Checkmate 23

Checkmate 23

Checkmate #23

Cover Date: December 1989

On Sale Date: October 31, 1989 

Cover Price: $1.50

Title: "Peaceful Knights"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg

Penciller: Steve Erwin

Inker: Al Vey

Letterer: John Costanza

Colorist: Julianna Ferriter

Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Cover Credits Artist: Steve Erwin

Synopsis: (All of this information is from Mike’s Amazing World of Comics)

Several scientific leaders in their fields of study have met recent death by the hands of an assassin. Peacemaker searches for the killer by attacking underworld informants around Europe. One of the next targets of the assassin is Braddock, a scientist working for Checkmate, who is currently examining the remains of Bishop's armor. Elsewhere, Harvey Bullock continues to bring Black Thorn into Checkmate.

Then at 51 minutes in, I have a Character Profile where I look at Valentina Vostock.  

Finally at 56 minutes in, we look at Suicide Squad 35

Suicide Squad #35

Cover Date: 1989

On Sale Date: October 3, 1989 

Cover Price: $1.00

Title: "That Hideous Strength"

Writer: John Ostrander

Penciller: Luke McDonnell

Inker: Geof Isherwood

Letterer: Todd Klein

Colorist: Carl Gafford

Editor: Dan Raspler

Reprinted In:

Suicide Squad:Apokolips Now TPB (2017)

Cover Credits

Penciller: Luke McDonnell

Inker: Karl Kesel

Synopsis: From Mikes Amazing World of Comics.

Granny Goodness and the Female Furies engage Lashina and the Suicide Squad in battle. Although their is some general fighting, most battles are fought individually. Captain Boomerang has his hands full against Virmin Vundabar. Shade falls to Mad Harriet. Vixen is dodges Stompa, until Barda knocks the Female Fury down. Nightshade carries Artemiz to the shadow dimension. Count Vertigo is seriously wounded by Kanto. Major Victory's suit is damaged leaving him nearly powerless against Granny's soldiers. Meanwhile, Granny herself fights Amanda Waller. Poison Ivy tries to help, but her poison is useless against Granny.

All the battles serve as distractions while Lashina fights Bernadeth to the death. When she is triumphant, Granny accepts her back into the Female Furies. Lashina then delivers Flo to Granny for training. She then suggest killing the rest of the humans.

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Retrospect of the 80's:  This is a show where Michelle and I look back at one of the greatest decades that was.  The 80s.

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Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad and Checkmate.

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Episode 49: Bishop 2 & Granny VS The Wall!

Welcome back Squadmates.  Here is Episode 49: Bishop 2 & Granny VS The Wall!

After a 6 month hiatus, Task Force X returns with a new episode.  Sorry for the delay, but here we are.

This time we start out with Checkmate 22

Checkmate! 22

Checkmate #22

Cover Date: November 1989 
On Sale Date: September 26, 1989 
Cover Price: $1.50
Title: "One Wet and Wild Knight Part II"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: Johnnie Mac
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Cover Credits
Artist: Steve Erwin

Synopsis:
Knight Conrad Mackay has been brought down by Bishop. A group of pawns come to his aid and save his life. Bishop flees after seeing Kalia Campbell. After the action, Campbell and Mackay regroup and set a trap for Eddie Diamond, who is threatening farmers for their water rights. When the trap is sprung, Bishop attacks again. Mackay goes against him again and loses. Shortly thereafter, the pawns discover Bishop's abandoned armor.

Then at 39 minutes and 30 seconds in, I once again have a Character Profile.  This time we look at Poison Ivy!

Finally at 1 hour and 5 minutes in, we look at Suicide Squad 34

Suicide Squad #34
Cover Date: 1989
On Sale Date: September 5, 1989
Cover Price: $1.00
Title: "Armagetto"

Writer: John Ostrander & Kim Yale
Penciller: John K. Snyder III
Inker: Geof Isherwood
Letterer: Todd Klein
Colorist: Carl Gafford
Cover Credits Artist: Karl Kesel
Editor: Dan Raspler

Reprinted In:
Suicide Squad: Apokolips Now TPB (2017)

Commercials played this episode:

DC OCD: Our Australian friend, Paul Hix, gets help with his obsession to DC crossovers... and we reap the benefits.

Knightcast: Ryan Daly and Chris Franklin re-read the Post-Crisis Batbooks!

Rod Pod Podcast - Where Jonathan and Maggie Schafer-Hames looks at the IDW Transformers books!

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Zero Hour Strikes: A great show looking at the Zero Hour crossover from DC Comics, by our friends to the Great White North!

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Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad and Checkmate.

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Episode 48: The Return of Bishop and Apokolips NOW!

Welcome back Squadmates.  Here is Episode 48: The Return of Bishop and Apokolips NOW!

We're back once again, this time with Checkmate #21.....

The Return of BISHOP!

 Checkmate 21
Cover Date: October 1989
On Sale Date: August 29, 1989
Cover Price: $1.50
Title: "One Wet and Wild Knight"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: John Costanza
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Cover Credits
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Keith Stan Wilson

Then at 30 minutes and 45 seconds in, I once again have a Character Profile.  This time we look at Force of July's Silent Majority!

Then at 34 minutes and 50 seconds in, we look at Suicide Squad 33

Suicide Squad 33
Cover Date: 1989
On Sale Date: August 8, 1989
Cover Price: $1.00
Title: "Into the Angry Planet"

Writer: John Ostrander
Penciller: John K. Snyder III
Inker: Geof Isherwood
Letterer: Todd Klein
Colorist: Carl Gafford
Editor: Dan Raspler

Cover Credits
Penciller: John K. Snyder III
Inker: Karl Kesel
Reprinted In:
Suicide Squad: Apokolips Now TPB (2017)

Commercials played this episode:

Zero Hour Strikes- I can't wait for this podcast to start covering the Zero Hour event!

Waiting For Doom - Mike and Paul continue their journey through DC's events....  May Joe Pesci have mercy on their souls....

M*A*S*HCast - Where Rob Kelly and rotating guests look at one of the greatest military shows ever.

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Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad and Checkmate.

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Episode 42: The Janus Directive Parts 9 and 10

Welcome back Squadmates.  Here is Episode 42: The Janus Directive Parts 9 and 10

First up this month, we crack open Checkmate 18....

Checkmate 18

Checkmate #18

Cover Date: June 1989
On Sale Date: April 25, 1989
Cover Price: $1.50
Title: "Knight Fight"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: Gaspar Saladino
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Cover Credits
Artist: Gil Kane

Reprinted In:
Suicide Squad: The Janus Directive TPB (2016)

Synopsis:
After learning that Kobra has pitted several government agencies against one another, the leaders of each agency join forces to oppose the cult leader. The President appoints Sarge Steel to take charge of the operation. Steel divides the resources, consisting of the Checkmate, the Suicide Squad, Firestorm, Captain Atom, Major Force, and Peacemaker into three units. First Firestorm and Captain Atom force Kobra spaceark from orbit, then a second unit consisting of Checkmate and Suicide Squad members board the ship. From inside, Manhunter works to free the hostages held by Kobra, including Dr. Megala. During the attack, Kobra is angered and decides to utilize his microwave weapon to defeat his foes.

Then at thirty minutes in, we take a look at....

Suicide Squad 30

Suicide Squad #30
Cover Date: 1989
On Sale Date: May 2, 1989
Cover Price: $1.00

Title: "Endgame"
Writer: John Ostrander
Writer: Kim Yale
Penciller: John K. Snyder III
Inker: Karl Kesel
Letterer: Todd Klein
Colorist: Carl Gafford
Editor: Robert Greenberger


Cover Credits
Artist: Karl Kesel

Reprinted In:
Suicide Squad: The Janus Directive TPB (2016)

Synopsis:
The combined forces of Checkmate, the Suicide Squad, Project Atom, and several other heroes assault the space ark of Kobra. Inside, the teams find Manhunter who had infiltrated Kobra's ninja army. During the battle Silent Majority and Lady Liberty are both killed. Kobra tries to escape, but Manhunter stops him.

Fearing that the ark will crash into a populated area, Sarge Steel orders a nuclear strike which will kill all those still on board. Firestorm and Captain Atom destroy the missile before it can harm anyone
In the aftermath, the President reorganizes the intelligence community. Sarge Steel, head of the CBI, is appointed as an overseers. Wade Eiling, head of Project Atom, now reports directly to Steel. Harry Stein retains control of Checkmate which is now independent of Task Force X which has been resolved. Peacemaker is assigned to Checkmate. Major Victory is assigned to the Suicide Squad which continues under Amanda Waller's leadership.

Commercials played this episode:
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Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad and Checkmate.  And coming next month.... The conclusion of The Janus Directive.

And coming soon, A Tale of Two Worlds: A Heroes Unlimited Podcast...

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Episode 38: The Janus Directive Parts 1 and 2

Hey Squadmates.  We're back with Episode 38: The Janus Directive Parts 1 and 2


This month we start our look at the crossover, The Janus Directive.

First up, is Checkmate!

Checkmate 15 - Janus Directive 1

Checkmate #15
Cover Date: May 1989
On Sale Date: March 14, 1989
Cover Price: $1.50
Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Title: "Knight Kill"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: Agustin Mas
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter

Reprinted In:
Suicide Squad: The Janus Directive TPB (2016)
Cover Credits
Artist: Gil Kane

And to hear me talk about this issue with the group over at Longbox Crusade, check out Episode 14 which was released Feb 22 2018.

Then at 29 minutes and 50 seconds in, we take a look at....

Suicide Squad 27
Cover Date: 1989
On Sale Date: March 21, 1989
Cover Price: $1.00
Editor: Robert Greenberger

Title: "Scattermove"

Writer: John Ostrander
Writer: Kim Yale
Penciller: John K. Snyder III
Inker: Pablo Marcos
Letterer: Todd Klein
Colorist: Carl Gafford

Cover Credits
Artist: Karl Kesel
Reprinted In:
Suicide Squad: The Janus Directive TPB (2016)

Commercials played this episode:

It Came From Syndication

Done In One Wonder Show

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Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad and Checkmate.  And coming next month.... The next part of The Janus Directive.

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Episode 33: Invasion Hits Checkmate!

Squadmates,we're back for a second month in a row with Episode 33: Invasion Hits Checkmate!  We're almost a week late, but we're here.

Funny story about that.  I spent the past week trying to find time to finish recording this episode.  I had to finish up my thoughts on issue 12 and do my end closing.  This past Sunday, the wife and kids went to church, so I had an hour or so to myself.  I thought, I'll get Task Force X done.... pulled it up, and low and behold, looks like I had already finished recording... just had to throw commercials in... Well, son of a gun... So long story long, here is Episode 33.

On this episode, first up, I look at:

Checkmate 11

Checkmate #11
Cover Date: Holiday 1988
On Sale Date: October 11, 1988
Cover Price: $1.25
Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Title: "God Save the Queen"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: Agustin Mas
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Cover Credits
Artist: Gil Kane

Synopsis from Mikes Amazing world of comics:
Following the alien invasion of Earth, a group of terrorists takes over the House of Parliament in England. Checkmate Knight Lionel Hawkins responds to the threat. He defeats the gunmen who, although human, have aligned themselves with the aliens. The group's leadership remains at large and is planning to assassinate the queen. Checkmate tracks the group and captures most of them. Only four men escape. When they stage their attack at the estate of Lord Benchly, the Knight thwarts their attack. He is nearly killed by the leader of the terrorists, but Scott Jameson shoots the gunmen before he can execute Hawkins.

Then at about 30 minutes in, we take a look at....

Checkmate 12

Checkmate #12
Cover Date: February 1989
On Sale Date: December 13, 1988
Cover Price: $1.25

Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Title: "Knight Launch"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: John Costanza
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Cover Credits
Artist: Art Thibert

Synopsis (from Mike's Amazing World of Comics):
During the alien invasion of Earth, Cape Canaveral was attacked. The damage set back the American space program. One shuttle, the Atlantis commanded by Colonel Ben Rogers, survived the attack. An urgent mission is put together for the shuttle team to launch a tri-sat defense satellite. However, a series of technology thefts lead Checkmate to believe that someone inside the space program is trying to sabotage the mission.
Knight Connie Webb joins the shuttle crew. She uncovers flight engineer Dick Guilardi, who has taken navigation technology intended for a planned Mars mission. He dies before he can reveal his plan or his accomplices.

When the mission gets underway, Colonel Rogers reveals himself as another traitor. He tries to guide the shuttle toward the alien fleet in orbit. He hopes to gain interstellar technology from the aliens. However, before they can reach the fleet, it leaves orbit following the alien defeat by Earth's heroes. Webb takes down Rogers and completes the mission to launch the satellite.
Before they return to Earth, the remaining crew witnesses a small alien ship fire a device toward Earth which detonates in an explosion of black light.

Something new I'm doing, I'm going to start listing the commercials I play this episode.

This time out I play:

Everybody Loves The Drake

Who’s Who in the DC Universe

Krypton Podcast

Thank you for listening to this episode of Task Force X.

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Over on The Starman/Manhunter Adventure Hour, where I'll be talking about the Will Payton Starman and Mark Shaw Manhunter comics.

Then, look for G.I. Joe: A Real American Headcast the first week of the month, where we look at G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic from Marvel.

The following week, look for Head Speaks,where In February, I've started my multi-episode look at Armageddon 2001 where I have guests from the internet and podcasting world join me every episode.

Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad.

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All characters are owned and copyrighted by DC Comics. Check out DC Comics for the monthly adventures of the New Suicide Squad.

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Episode 32: Checkmate 10 and Suicide Squad 21

Again, Squadmates, I welcome you back to our newest episode!  After a lengthy hiatus (which I apologize for) I present to you Episode 32: Checkmate 10 and Suicide Squad 21

On this episode, first up, I look at:

Checkmate 10

Checkmate 10
 
Cover Date: Winter 1988
On Sale Date: September 13, 1988
Cover Price: $1.25

Title: "Funny Money Part 2"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: John Statema
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: Helen Vesik
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Editor: Jonathan Peterson


Synopsis from Mikes Amazing world of comics:
Claymore, a member of a gang of counterfeiters, has tracked a Checkmate knight back to Koning Industries. To gather more information, Claymore kidnaps pawn Rene Rockwell when she is leaving the facility. He tortures and kills her for information.

Claymore then leads a strike against Checkmate headquarters. He holds Harvey Bullock at gunpoint and demands that the masked man be brought out. Gary Washington fights him and rescues Bullock.

Meanwhile, knight Roger Dayton has infiltrated the gang of counterfeiters. He is able to recover stolen printing plates, take possession of the counterfeit currency, and capture the gang.

Then at 30 minutes in, we take a look at....

Suicide Squad 21

Suicide Squad 21
Cover Date: 1988
On Sale Date: October 4, 1988
Cover Price: $1.00

Editor: Robert Greenberger

Title: "Rogues"

Writer: John Ostrander
Penciller: Luke McDonnell
Inker: Karl Kesel
Letterer: Todd Klein
Colorist: Carl Gafford
Cover Credits
Penciller: Luke McDonnell
Inker: Karl Kesel

Notes:
Contains Bonus Book #10

Synopsis:
Amanda Waller meets with Tolliver. She blackmails him into ending his threats to expose the Suicide Squad. She then returns to Belle Reve where June Moone shoots Eve Eden. Eve survives, but just before she enters surgery, she tells Waller that Rick Flag has left on a personal mission. The mission takes Flag to Washington where he confronts and murders Tolliver.

Bonus Book #10
Title: "Deadly Perspective"
Pages: 14

Writer: Larry Ganem
Penciller: Peter Krause
Inker: Frederik Butler
Letterer: Helen Vesik
Colorist: Matt Webb

Synopsis:
The Bronze Tiger is sent to stop a hired assassin named Neiko from killed a political leader. He studies his opponent and fights off an attack by two killers Neiko sent to test him. Eventually, the Bronze Tiger and Neiko face one another face-to-face. Ben wins the fight and demands that Neiko break his contract. Neiko agrees, but he promises to take his revenge at some time in the future.

Thank you for listening to this episode of Task Force X.

Be sure to check the Facebook page for news and further information. That's where I tend to post information as it comes to light.

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Over on The Starman/Manhunter Adventure Hour, where I'll be talking about the Will Payton Starman and Mark Shaw Manhunter comics.

Then, look for G.I. Joe: A Real American Headcast the first week of the month, where we look at G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic from Marvel.

The following week, look for Head Speaks,where In February, I've started my multi-episode look at Armageddon 2001 where I have guests from the internet and podcasting world join me every episode.

Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad and Checkmate.

Again, thanks for listening and be sure to tell people about us. Also write in and let me know what you think of this episode!

All characters are owned and copyrighted by DC Comics. Check out DC Comics for the monthly adventures of the New Suicide Squad.

If you have any comments, questions, or concerns, please e-mail me at TaskForceX@HeadSpeaks.com (and you too can be read in Listener Feedback).

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Episode 21: Checkmate 3 and... Enter The Doom Patrol.

Welcome back once again, Squadmates!

This month I bring you... Episode 21: Checkmate 3 and... Enter The Doom Patrol.

First up, I have a special guest, Nathaniel Wayne from the Council of Geeks.  Nathaniel was kind enough to give me his thoughts on the newest Suicide Squad trailer.  I also give my thoughts on it.

Then at about 22 minutes in, I cover Checkmate number 3.  This is the final part of our White Supremacy arc.

Checkmate 3

Checkmate #3
Cover Date: June 1988
On Sale Date: February 9, 1988
Cover Price: $1.25
Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Title: "State of the Union"

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: Albert Tobias De Guzman
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Cover Credits
Penciller: Rob Liefeld

Inker: Al Vey

Then at an hour in to the show, I bring in another guest, Mike Garvey, all the way from Australia.  Mike is one of the co-hosts on Waiting For Doom, a Doom Patrol podcast.

First, Mike gives us a Character Profile on The Doom Patrol.

Then Mike and I talk about the Doom Patrol/Suicide Squad Special:

Cover Date: 1988
On Sale Date: December 8, 1987
Cover Price: $1.50

Editor: Mike Gold

Title: "Red Pawn"

Plotter: John Ostrander
Scripter: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Erik J. Larsen
Inker: Robert Lewis
Letterer: Steve Haynie
Colorist: Carl Gafford

Cover Credits
Penciller: Erik J. Larsen
Inker: Robert Lewis

Doom Patrol vs Suicide Squad

Finally at an hour and fifty four minutes, I do my final Character Profiles...

Psi and Weasel

Psi

Weasel

Then I wrap things up with Suicide Notes.


Thank you for listening to this episode of Task Force X.

Be sure to check the Facebook page for news and updates on the Suicide Squad movie.  That's where I tend to post information as it comes to light.

Also be sure to check out Nathaniel and Mike's shows on the above links.

As you might have noticed, you can now get directly to our page by going to taskforcex.headspeaks.com.

Other news for the Headcast family...

As usual, The Headcast Network is where you can find all of my podcasts under one feed.

Coming next week, The Starman/Manhunter Adventure Hour, where I'll be talking about the Will Payton Starman and Mark Shaw Manhunter comics.  You may be familiar with Shaw from the last couple of issues of Suicide Squad.  Here are his continuing adventures.

Then, look for G.I. Joe: A Real American Headcast the first week of the month, where Ryan, Kyle, returning guest host, Jif Fishman, and myself look at G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero issue 9 and the second episode of the second cartoon series.

The following week, look for Head Speaks episode 23 where I'll be talking about something.... Probably finish up the cartoon theme songs and talk something else comic related....

Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Suicide Squad issues 11 and 12.

Also, watch for the Secret Origins podcast, episode 37 (coming in about a month or so), where Ryan and I discuss the secret origin of DR. LIGHT!

Again, thanks for listening and be sure to tell people about us.  Also write in and let me know what you think of this episode!

All characters are owned and copyrighted by DC Comics.  Check out DC Comics for the monthly adventures of the New Suicide Squad.

If you have any comments, questions, or concerns, please e-mail me at TaskForceX@HeadSpeaks.com (and you too can be read in Listener Feedback).

If you want you can also send us an MP3 file with your thoughts and I'll play them on the air.

Look for us on Facebook and Google+ (look for Task Force X).

Make sure to tell a friend and check back next month for another great episode of TASK FORCE X!

Episode 20: Checkmate 2 and Suicide Squad 10

Welcome back once again, Squadmates!

This month, I bring you... Episode 20: Checkmate 2 and Suicide Squad 10

First up I cover Checkmate number 2.  This is the second part of our White Supremacy arc.

Checkmate issue 2

Checkmate #2:  "A House Divided"
Cover Date: May 1988
On Sale Date: January 12, 1988
Cover Price: $1.25
Editor: Jonathan Peterson

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Penciller: Steve Erwin
Inker: Al Vey
Letterer: Janice Chiang
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter

Cover Artist: Gil Kane

During the show I mention I page I like...  here is that page:

Something about this page is fantastic in my opinion.  What do you guys think?

After I talk about this issue, we then do a Character Profile on Mr. 104.

Mr. 104's Who Who picture

At the 43 minute mark of our show, we then move over to Suicide Squad number 10.

"Up Against the Wall"
Cover Date: February 1988
On Sale Date: November 3, 1987
Cover Price: $0.75
Editor: Robert Greenberger

Writer: John Ostrander
Penciller: Luke McDonnell
Inker: Robert Lewis
Letterer: Todd Klein
Colorist: Julianna Ferriter
Cover Artist: Jerry Bingham

Suicide Squad 10

Tell me that isn't a great image, let alone a great cover.  Classic Amanda "The Wall" Waller making The Bat back down.  I love it!

Our final Character Profile: Ben "Bronze Tiger" Turner
A Suicide Squad mainstay, a great hero and fantastic character (which they should be using in the Suicide Squad movie.. but nooooooo....)

Ben "The Bronze Tiger" Turner

Bronze Tiger with his mask on.

Thank you for listening to this episode of Task Force X.

Be sure to check the Facebook page for news and updates on the Suicide Squad movie.  That's where I tend to post information as it comes to light.

As you might have noticed, you can now get directly to our page by going to taskforcex.headspeaks.com.

Other news for the Headcast family...

Coming next week, The Starman/Manhunter Adventure Hour, where I'll be talking about the Will Payton Starman and Mark Shaw Manhunter comics.  You may be familiar with Shaw from the last couple of issues of Suicide Squad.  Here are his continuing adventures.

Also out now, The Headcast Network where you can find all of my podcasts under one feed.

Then, look for G.I. Joe: A Real American Headcast the first week of the month, where Ryan, Kyle, returning guest host, Jif Fishman, and myself look at G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero issue 8 and the first episode of the second cartoon series.

The following week, look for Head Speaks episode 21 where I'll be talking about something.... Probably more cartoon theme songs....

Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Checkmate issue 3 and Suicide Squad issue 11.

Again, thanks for listening and be sure to tell people about us.  Also write in and let me know what you think of this episode!

All characters are owned and copyrighted by DC Comics.  Check out DC Comics for the monthly adventures of the New Suicide Squad.

If you have any comments, questions, or concerns, please e-mail me at TaskForceX@HeadSpeaks.com (and you too can be read in Listener Feedback).

If you want you can also send us an MP3 file with your thoughts and I'll play them on the air.

Look for us on Facebook and Google+ (look for Task Force X).

Make sure to tell a friend and check back next month for another great episode of TASK FORCE X!

Episode 19: Suicide Squad trailer and Paul Kupperberg!

Welcome back once again, Squadmates!

I bring to you... Episode 19: Suicide Squad trailer and Paul Kupperberg!

This episode, we don't have a comic book review, but me and my guest Ryan Daly (from The Secret Origins Podcast and G.I. Joe: A Real American Headcast) talk about the newest Suicide Squad trailer.

Then I spend the next hour and a half or so, talking with the great Paul Kupperberg.  Good times.

Come join the fun.

Be sure to check the Facebook page for news and updates on the Suicide Squad movie.  That's where I tend to post information as it comes to light.

You can get directly to our page by going to taskforcex.headspeaks.com.

Other news for the Headcast family...

Coming next week, The Starman/Manhunter Adventure Hour, where I'll be talking about the Will Payton Starman and Mark Shaw Manhunter comics.  You may be familiar with Shaw from the last couple of issues of Suicide Squad.  Here are his continuing adventures.

Also now available, The Headcast Network where you can find all of my podcasts under one feed.

Then, look for G.I. Joe: A Real American Headcast the first week of the month, where Ryan, Kyle, returning guest host, Jif Fishman, and myself look at G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero issue 7 and the fifth episode of the cartoon.

The following week, look for Head Speaks episode 21 where I'll be talking about something....

Finally, be sure to return next month and listen as I talk about Checkmate issue 2 and Suicide Squad issue 10.

Again, thanks for listening and be sure to tell people about us.  Also write in and let me know what you think of this episode!

All characters are owned and copyrighted by DC Comics.  Check out DC Comics for the monthly adventures of the New Suicide Squad.

If you have any comments, questions, or concerns, please e-mail me at TaskForceX@HeadSpeaks.com (and you too can be read in Listener Feedback).

If you want you can also send us an MP3 file with your thoughts and I'll play them on the air.

Look for us on Facebook and Google+ (look for Task Force X).

Make sure to tell a friend and check back next month for another great episode of TASK FORCE X!