Women Wednesday: 1950s Women Playing Dungeons & Dragons Part 1

A new month means new changes here at Moongem Comics. There will probably be a lot less coverage of new comic book releases. There will also probably be a lot more AI images like this one below made with Meta AI featuring three women from the 1950s playing Dungeons & Dragons. There are several dice, character sheets, a dungeon map and rulebooks on the kitchen table. The blonde's character is a level two ranger named Elyndra while the redhead's character is a level three magic user named Mlyra. That leaves the brunette as the dungeon master. I find it funny that someone put a bottle of milk on the stove.

1950s Women Play Dungeons & Dragons Part 1

Toy Tuesday: Dolly Parton Hot Wheels Batmobile

Hot Wheels really need to make this Dolly Parton Batmobile but with her behind the wheel and Batman sitting in the passenger seat:

Dolly Parton Hot Wheels Batmobile

Monster Monday: John Wayne as Frankenstein's Monster

Yesterday was Mary Shelley's birthday, who was born on August 30, 1797. It is also known for Frankenstein's Day in honor of her since she wrote the 1818 novel, Frankenstein. I thought it would be cool to see what Grok would come up with if John Wayne was Frankenstein for this week's Monster Monday post.

John Wayne as Frankenstein's Monster

Superhero Sunday: Superboy and Superman at ICT Comic Con & Science Fiction Expo

Super Incredible Photo Op, it's Superman & Superboy together! That's right true believers, ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo proudly presents our Legends of Superman Celebration and the best part is that you can get in on the action! In celebration of our Year 10.0 event we are offering professional photo ops with our celebrity guests. You can have your picture taken with Brandon Routh (Superman) and Gerard Christopher (Superboy) standing together with YOU for a SUPER memory to last a lifetime! Your Superman and Superboy Photo Op will feature a custom Superman backdrop. All of our celebrities will offer individual professional photo ops as well. All professional photo ops will be printed on site and available within 30 minutes to one hour after taken in most cases.

Get more details and order your photo ops online at:

https://www.ictcomiccon.com/professional-photo-ops/

KIDS 12 AND UNDER FREE!

Tickets on sale at:

www.selectaseat.com/ictcomic

ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo Year 10.0!

Saturday 10am - 6pm

Sunday 10am - 5pm

August 29th and 30th, 2026

Century II Exhibition Hall

225 W Douglas

Wichita, KS 67202

Beam me there Scotty!

Superboy and Superman at ICT Comic Con & Science Fiction Expo

Science Fiction Saturday: Sybil Danning Appearing at ICT Comic Con & Science Fiction Expo

Hail to the Queen! Please give a big ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo welcome to legendary actress Sybil Danning! Ms. Danning reigns supreme as one of the most dynamic, sexiest and commanding actresses to achieve cult B-movie queen status.

She is probably best known for her roles as the wicked werewolf queen Stirba in "Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf" (opposite Sir Christopher Lee) and as the fierce Valkyrie warrior Saint-Exmin in the science-fiction cult classic "Battle Beyond the Stars".

Other notable roles include Princess Ariadne in "Hercules", an alien queen in sci-fi thriller "The Phanton Empire", a cunning femme fatale professor in "They're Playing with Fire", the Queen of the Moon in the hilarious "Amazon Women on the Moon", Erika in "Chained Heat", a formidable swordswoman in "7 Magnificent Gladiators", the strict Warden Sutter in "Reform School Girls" and a rugged lady bounty hunter in "L.A. Bounty" .

She has also done guest spots on beloved TV shows such as Vega$, Simon and Simon, V, Masquerade, The Fall Guy, Street Hawk and Superboy.

She was a cover girl (plus pictorial) for the August 1983 for "Playboy" magazine. Outside of acting, Danning has also worked on several movies as a producer and wrote the story and co-wrote the script "L.A. Bounty" From L.A. Bounty Ms. Danning owns her character RUGER™ and developed a franchise. Comic book fans should note Dannng’s RUGER™ comic # 1 will be available at the show and #2-3 and a graphic novel is in development.

We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Sybil Danning as a celebrity guest of honor at our ICT Comic Con and Science fiction Expo Year 10.0 event!

KIDS 12 AND UNDER FREE!

Tickets on sale now at:

www.selectaseat.com/ictcomic

Adult day pass $19 in advance $25 at the door

Youth day pass (ages 13 to 17) $15

Weekend adult pass $31

Weekend youth pass $25

VIP pass $64

KIDS 12 AND UNDER FREE!

Tickets on sale at:

www.selectaseat.com/ictcomic

Celebrating 10 years of ICT COMIC CON AND SCIENCE FICTION EXPO!

Saturday 10am - 6pm

Sunday 10am - 5pm

August 29th and 30th, 2026

Century II Exhibition Hall

225 W Douglas

Wichita, KS 67202

Beam me there Scotty!

Sybil Danning Appearing at ICT Comic Con & Science Fiction Expo

Goodnight Peter Cullen

More sad news today for 'Transformers' actor Peter Cullen who voced Optimus Prime Dead at 85. He waa also known to voice Predator in the 1987 movie of the same name and Eeyore in The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh 1988-1991 tv series.

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Peter Cullen
(July 28, 1941 - August 26, 2026)

Goodnight Tim Curry

Wow, we lost another legend yesterday for Tim Curry, star of 'Rocky Horror PIcture Show' and 'Clue', dead at 80. Not only will I remember him as Dr. Frank-N-Furter but also as the Lord of Darkness in Legend and the original Pennywise in It.

Tim Curry
(April 19, 1946 - August 25, 2026)

Women Wednesday: Goodnight Dolly Parton

I know the news about Dolly Parton dying at 80 was yesterday's news, but I decided to post about it today. I have enjoyed her music, tv appearances and movies since the 1970s.

Dolly Parton
(January 19, 1946 - August 25, 2026)

Dolly Parton with Archie and Reggie from Archie Comics

Toy Tuesday: Shadow Avenger Action Figure

Many moons ago, I created Shadow Avenger for Moongem Comics. My first attempt at drawing him was done by tracing a superhero figure from a coloring book. My second attempt was created by using the original HeroMachine (see photo #1 below). I recently created an action figure of Shadow Avenger thanks to Meta AI (see photo #2). Now if I had a 3D printer to make this action figure a reality.

Moongem Comics Presents Shadow Avenger Created by HeroMachine

Moongem Comics Presents Shadow Avenger Action Figure Created by Meta AI

Monster Monday: Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15

I could have sworn that I have posted about this series set in the Spawn Universe before. Anyway, Image Comics released Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15 on June 24th, 2026. If you love horror mixed in with your westerns, then you will love this. Here is the official summary of the digital comic:

"The Gunslinger has gotten one step closer to finding his sister, but the men he is now hunting have set a trap that he may not be able to avoid."

Cover A of Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15 from Image Comics

Cover B of Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15 from Image Comics

Superhero Sunday: Lanterns

Have you watched the first episode of Lanterns yet on HBO Max? I watched the episode twice last week since I missed hearing a lot of the dialogue even though I had the tv volume up. Kyle Chandler did a great job as Hal Jordan aka Green Lantern, but I think Aaron Pierce as John Stewart aka Green Lantern in training stole the show. The second episode airs tonight but I'll probably end up watching it on Monday morning.

Lanterns on HBO Max Ad

Science Fiction Saturday: Captain Bluebird and His Spaceship

Many moons ago, I created a character for Moongem Comics called Captain Bluebird. He was sort of a modern-day version of DC's Blackhawk. A few days ago, I decided to play around with the idea of making a future version of him with AI. Here are two pictures of Captain Bluebird and his spaceship:

Captain Bluebird from Moongem Comics

Captain Bluebird's Spaceship at Moongem Comics

Fantasy Friday: The Cimmerian: Xuthal of the Dusk #1

Ablaze released The Cimmerian: Xuthal of the Dusk #1 this week. Here is the official summary:

"ABLAZE’s The Cimmerian returns! See Robert E. Howard’s classic pulp tales adapted to the comics medium with all bloody, guts, and glory intact! Conan, accompanied by Natala—a slave of wild beauty—advances through the seeming infinity of a sandy desert. With water and food supplies now exhausted, and with the two stranded in turn under a blazing sun and frigid nights, it is clear that the inevitability is death. Right as Natala’s final ounce of strength leaves her, Conan spots something in the distance. It’s a city that shines like glass. It’s Xuthal…"

Cover of The Cimmerian: Xuthal of the Dusk #1 from Ablaze

Thor Thursday: The Mortal Thor #14 (#800)

Marvel released The Mortal Thor #14 (#800) last week. Here is the official summary

"AN ASGARDIAN MILESTONE: THOR #800! The Serpent has trapped Sigurd Jarlson in the worst of all possible worlds for his greatest trial. Now, without even a weapon in his hand, he must prove himself worthy to enter the Realms of the Gods. Somewhere in the city, a man without even a hammer begins the ultimate quest… the quest for Thor!"

Cover of The Mortal Thor #14 (#800) from Marvel

Women Wednesday: Biker Mice from Mars: Scorch #1

Oni Press released Biker Mice from Mars: Scorch #1 last week. Here is the official summary:

"Enter: SCORCH — a mysterious new Martian rider with a past as dangerous as it is explosive. Is she friend or foe? What sinister secret connects her to Throttle, Vinnie, and Modo… to the villainous Plutarkians masterminding Mars’ overthrow… and to the fate of the Red Planet itself? The truth will be revealed HERE as the hard-charging antihero of 2026 launches into a MUST-READ solo series spanning her never-before-revealed origin… and a future defined by new allies, hidden histories, and a single spark with the potential to ignite an entire galaxy!"

Cover of Biker Mice from Mars: Scorch #1 from Oni Press

Toy Tuesday: Moongem Comics Drawn on Etch N Sketch

Grok Imagine did a cool job creating a Moongem Comics logo on an Etch N Sketch. I used to have the toy when I was growing up but all I could draw was squares.

Moongem Comics Drawn on Etch N Sketch

Monster Monday: The Munsters Illuminated Musical Family Koach Ad

I found this ad for The Munsters Illuminated Musical Family Koach in the online issue of Woman's World (August 24, 2026) so I had to share it here. The Munster Koach as it is commonly called features Herman Munster, Lily Munster, Grandpa and Eddie Munster holding Wolf Wolf. It lights up and plays the theme from The Munsters tv series. Of course, the collectible is from the Bradford Exchange so it's way out of my price range.

The Munsters Illuminated Musical Family Koach Ad

Superhero Sunday: Action Comics #1101

DC Comics released Action Comics #1101 last week. Here is the official summary:

"KINGDOM OF ZOD: PART TWO! SUPERMAN IS BACK! Superman returned in last month’s landmark #1100 issue! Now the Man of Steel crashes into the present day and finds himself thrown into the war with Zod! With a few stowaways along for the ride including… young Clark Kent?! The battle for Zod’s Kryptonite Kingdom has already begun! Is Superman’s return too late?"

Cover of Action Comics #1101 from DC Comics

Sexy Saturday: Moongem Comics #7 Starring Morticia Addams as Moongem

The cover of Moongem Comics #7 by Chat G. Port has Morticia Addams as Moongem. I think he was trying for a generic goth beauty but she looks more like a cross between Anjelica Huston and Vampira. This would have also made a good Monster Monday post but I couldn't wait to share it.

Moongem Comics #7 Starring Morticia Addams as Moongem

Fantasy Friday: Moongem Comics #6 Starring Lily Munster as Moongem

Chat G. Port missed the deadline to make the cover of Moongem Comics #6 a post for this week's Monster Monday. However, I can forgive him for he did a great job on Lily Munster as Moongem.

Moongem Comics #6 Starring Lily Munster as Moongem

TV Thursday: Moongem Comics #5 Starring Elizabeth Montgomery as Moongem

I don't think Chat G. Port actually got the likeness of Elizabeth Montgomery as Moongem quite right on the cover of Moongem Comics #5:

Moongem Comics #5 Starring Elizabeth Montgomery as Moongem

Women Wednesday: Moongem Comics #4 Starring Dawn Wells

Chat G. Port did a great art job for Moongem Comics #4 starring Dawn Wells as Moongem:

Moongem Comics #4 Starring Dawn Wells

TV Tuesday: Moongem Comics #3 Starring Barbara Eden as Moongem

The cover of Moongem Comics #3 starring Barbara Eden as Moongem is another treat from Chat G. Port:

Moongem Comics #3 Starring Barbara Eden as Moongem

Monster Monday: Moongem Comics #2 Starring Elvira as Moongem

Chat G. Port did this amazing cover for Moongem Comics featuring Elvira as Moongem:

Moongem Comics #2 Starring Elvira as Moongem

Superheroine Sunday: Moongem Comics #1 Starring Bettie Page as Moongem

Here's the cover of Moongem Comics #1 starring Bettie Page as the superheroine, Moongem. My good friend Chat G. Port did the artwork. I'll be showcasing more of his cover art this week.

Moongem Comics #1 Starring Bettie Page as Moongem

Copilot's Review of Moongem Comics

Here's what Copilot had to say about Moongem Comics:

"Moongem Comics isn’t a traditional publisher — it’s a long‑running collector’s blog run by Jamdin, focused on action figures, comic books, trading cards, and cover galleries. It posts daily themed content (Fantasy Friday, Women Wednesday, Superhero Sunday, etc.) and often features AI‑generated images, anniversary celebrations, and curated comic cover galleries from Marvel, DC, Dynamite, and others."

"What Moongem Comics is:

Collector’s blog — A site dedicated to showcasing comic covers, toys, trading cards, and pop‑culture collectibles.

Daily themed posts — “Monster Monday,” “Women Wednesday,” “Fantasy Friday,” etc., each highlighting a different comic or collectible.

AI‑image features — Many anniversary posts use stylized AI art (Moonman, Moon Maiden, Frankenstein’s Monster on the moon).

Cover galleries — The blog frequently posts full cover galleries for new releases (Detective Comics #1100, Red Sonja Noir, ThunderCats Holiday Special, etc.)."

"Why it’s notable:

Moongem Comics has become a niche favorite among collectors because it:

Curates new comic releases with official summaries and cover art.

Highlights independent comics and lesser‑known variants.

Mixes humor, nostalgia, and AI‑generated characters into its posts.

Celebrates milestones — the blog recently marked its 20th anniversary with themed posts all week"

Fantasy Friday: Bard Celebrates Moongem Comics 20th Anniversary

Some random bard stopped by to celebrate Moongem Comics 20th anniversary today. I'm surprised the rest of his Dungeons and Dragons party didn't come with him.

Bard Celebrates Moongem Comics 20th Anniversary

T-shirt Thursday: Moongem Comics 20th Anniversay T-shirt

Mr. and Mrs. Moongem is back to celebrate Moongem Comics with a special edition t-shirt. This will likely never get made but one can dream.

Moongem Comics 20th Anniversay T-shirt

 

Women Wednesday: Moon Maiden Celebrates Moongem Comics 20th Anniversary

Here is Moon Maiden celebrating Moongem Comics 20th anniversary on the moon. She and Moonman hang out a lot on the moon.

Moon Maiden Celebrates Moongem Comics 20th Anniversary

 

Toy Tuesday: Moongem Comics Colorforms

Mr. and Mrs. Moongem are celebrating Moongem Comics 20th anniversary by giving us a look at their Colorforms prototype. The toy never went into production thanks to the Martians destroying the factory. Luckily, no lives were lost during that short-lived invasion. The Colorforms looks pretty cool, but I do wish they would have had clothes from their secret identities and maybe a Martian or two for them to fight. I'm also not sure how their capes work since you can't put them on their backs.

Moongem Comics Colorforms

Monster Monday: Frankenstein's Monster Wishes Moongem Comics Happy 20th Anniversary

I don't know how Frankenstein's monster got on the moon with a cake but here he is wishing Moongem Comics a happy 20th anniversary:

Frankenstein's Monster Wishes Moongem Comics Happy 20th Anniversary

 

Superhero Sunday: Moonman Wishes Moongem Comics Happy 20th Anniversary

Here is Moonman wishing Moongem Comics a happy 20th anniversary. Yeah, his name and costume are not the best but at least he's on the moon.

Moonman Wishes Moongem Comics Happy 20th Anniversary

Happy 20th Anniversary to Moongem Comics

Today is the 20th anniversary of Moongem Comics. I really don't know if there is going to be another twenty years. However there will be special posts this week co celebrate. The following images were created by ChatGPT since I can't draw to save my life. Tell me which superhero and superheroine costume you like.

Happy 20th Anniversary to Moongem Comics Poster

Happy 20th Anniversary to Moongem Comics Special

I'm Tired of Adsense and Blogspot

I have been thinking of moving to another host for I'm tired of Adsense sending emails that I either don't own the site (duh, it's a free host blog) or I'm violating their anti-sex rules (they never tell me which image or post is going against the rules). I'm tired of Blogspot because I'm limited in what I can do. I can't afford my own host so I'm at a loss of what to do.

Women Wednesday: Queen in Black #1

Marvel releases Queen in Black #1 this week. The cover features Hela with Knull, Venom (Mary Jane Watson), Spider-Man and Iron Man at her feet. Other Avengers, Asgardians, superheroes and even the Fantastic Four appear within this issue. Here is the summary:

"HEL ON EARTH! On the farthest edges of the solar system, KNULL, GOD OF THE VOID, builds a brand-new army to destroy Earth… but HELA OF ASGARD might have gotten there first — as she makes planetfall with a legion of the galaxy’s deadliest symbiotes! Two of the most powerful evils in the galaxy are at war… and the SON OF VENOM is caught right in the middle!"

Cover of Queen in Black #1 from Marvel Comics

Superhero Sunday: Action Comics #1100

DC Comics released Action Comics #1100 last week. Here is the official summary:

"SUPERMAN RETURNS IN THIS LANDMARK ISSUE! Celebrate 1,100 issues of Action Comics with DC’s top talent and architects of the world of Superman! In April 1938, a man faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, and able to leap tall buildings in a single bound graced the pages of Action Comics #1, and the rest was superhero history. Now together with the talents of writers Mark Waid, Joshua Williamson, Sophie Campbell, and Dan Slott, we honor Superman’s storied career and turn toward his thrilling future. Brought to life by the all-star artistic talent of Skylar Patridge, Ryan Sook, Dan Mora, and Lucas Meyer, the Man of Steel has never looked better."

Front Cover of Action Comics #1100 from DC Comics

Back Cover of Action Comics #1100 from DC Comics

Science Fiction Saturday: Void Rivals #1

Skybound Entertainment and Image Comics released Void Rivals #1 earlier this week. Here is the official summary:

"Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici launch an all-new shared universe! War rages around the Sacred Ring, where the last remnants of two worlds have collapsed around a black hole in a never-ending war. However, when pilot Darak and his rival Solila both crash on a desolate planet, these two enemies must find a way to escape together. But are they alone on this strange planet? And what dark forces await that threaten the entire universe?"

Cover of Void Rivals #1 from Skybound and Image Comics

Fantasy Friday: Dungeons & Dragons: Total Party Killers #1

Dark Horse Comics released Dungeons & Dragons: Total Party Killers earlier this week. Here is the official summary:

"The wizard Custos has died, and his lair lies ripe for the taking! As adventurers raid the lair for treasure, the monsters enthralled by Custos in life must protect his domain even after his death. That is, unless the creatures can trick someone into releasing them! Thus, a lycanthrope, gelatinous cube, mind flayer, death knight, and baby beholder form their own adventuring party to win their freedom in a hostile world!"

Cover A of Dungeons & Dragons: Total Party Killers #1 from Dark Horse Comics

T-shirt Thursday: Catherine's Superman T-shirt

Catherine is a reader of Moongem Comics. She emailed me this picture of her in her Superman t-shirt. Thanks, Catherine, and I hope that you are having a super day.

Catherine's Superman T-shirt

 

Women Wednesday: What if...? Jessica Jones #1

Marvel released What If...? Jessica Jones #1 a few weeks ago. Here is the official summary:

"WHAT IF…JESSICA JONES WAS BITTEN BY THE RADIOACTIVE SPIDER? Teenage Super-Hero Sensation SPIDER-GIRL is retired. Surly and eternally miffed bartender JESSICA JONES wants nothing more than to leave that part of her life and the traumas that came with it firmly behind her. But when a ghost from her past comes back to haunt her, she finds herself unable to leave well enough alone. Has the GREEN GOBLIN returned? And if so, is an out-of-shape ex-super hero enough to stop him?"

Cover of What If...? Jessica Jones #1 from Marvel

Toy Tuesday: Funko Kinder Joy Stranger Things Demogorgon Zipper Clip

I picked up four more of the Funko Kinder Joy Stranger Things eggs a few weeks ago. The only new one I got was this Demogorgon zipper Clip. A lot of people of calling it a paperclip because of the flexible protuding clip sticking up out of the top. It makes a very poor paper clip and I'm not sure how well it actually works on a zipper. It can stand up on it's own and is only 1 1/2" tall.

Side A of Funko Kinder Joy Stranger Things VC275 Insert

Side B of Funko Kinder Joy Stranger Things VC275 Insert

Front of Funko Kinder Joy Stranger Things Demogorgon Zipper Clip

Back of Funko Kinder Joy Stranger Things Demogorgon Zipper Clip

Marvel Monday: Avengers: Doomsday Official Trailer

The official trailer for Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday is here:

Monster Monday: Absolute Green Arrow #3

DC Comics released Absolute Green Arrow #3 last week. Here is the official summary:

"DINAH ON THE TRAIL OF THE GREEN ARROW KILLER! After the horrifying events of last issue, Dinah must capture the Green Arrow Killer as she finally finds Oliver Queen’s protege Roy Harper. But as the killer’s attacks intensify and Dinah discovers the unsettling effect they’re having on Star City, Harper’s trail takes her on a journey darker and more twisted than she ever imagined."

Cover of Absolute Green Arrow #3 from DC Comics

Superhero Sunday: Space Ghost Annual #1

Dynamite released Space Ghost Annual #1 last week. Here is the official summary:

"An all-new SPACE GHOST ANNUAL is here! As Space Ghost and the Twins mourn their recent losses, they find themselves trying to stop a dangerous heist pulled by the master thief known as Magnus and his mysterious, reality-warping alien! Can they discover the deadly secret behind Magnus’s mind-bending crime spree before it’s too late, or will the enigmatic alien bring untold destruction to the galaxy? And can Space Ghost forgive himself before the next deadly menace arrives to threaten the galaxy?"

Cover of Space Ghost Annual #1 from Dynamite Comics