X3 Books next year (Spoiler on the movie)!

[lordofthenerds]

I'll probably buy the Ulimate Guide even though it won't have much on X3 in it.

 

[BBraddockLover]

me too ^

 

[BBraddockLover]

If you only have the one from 2000 (like I had) then you might as well get the third edition. It has a total of 16 new pages, however they don't bother to update previous pages. I'm not sure if it would be worth getting if you have the second edition though.

are you sure they dont update the old pages so many things have happened since the x2 one...that really sucks...i have the x2 one i dont want to buy the same thing with 16 more pages!

 

[Genosha]

I have the first Ultimate Guide and it looks like I'll probably pass on this new one.

Until DK updates with about 30 new character pages, I just don't feel the need to plop down another $25.

 

[union_jak]

are you sure they dont update the old pages so many things have happened since the x2 one...that really sucks...i have the x2 one i dont want to buy the same thing with 16 more pages!

I don't know that much about the comic side, but I have compared the majority of pages, and all they've done is added pages at the end. If you have the X2 version, then I think there is less than 16 new pages because it's 16 more pages than the first edition, not the second.

If someone can give me an example of a major character change, I'll look and see if they've added it to their profile.

 

[CrypticOne]

What's up with Rogue and a new home? Brotherhood?

 

[Electrix]

It doesnt say 'new' home...just home. I think she realises that the X-Mansion is where her home is, after she decides against the cure...

 

[Roma]

Electrix what's up with your avvy ??

 

[LEX]

Yeah, Roma's doesn't have the fading-to-black thingy.

 

[LEX]

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[Retroman]

Heres a compilation of all the upcoming X3 related books......

The Art of X-Men-- The Last Stand
From Concept to Feature Film
Introduction by Brett Ratner

Hardcover $29.95, published May 2006, ISBN: 1-55704-734-0
Paperback $19.95, published May 2006, ISBN: 1-55704-733-2
160 Pages
9 x 10 7/8
360 photos/illustrations

Film and Television/Newmarket Pictorial Moviebooks


The only book on the creation of the blockbuster movie—a fabulous visual companion to the final chapter in the X-Men motion picture trilogy, exploding May 26th from 20th Century Fox.

Synopsis

This lavishly illustrated filmbook boasts more than 360 illustrations, including striking movie stills and unique set designs, concept drawings, costume sketches, and storyboards, appearing exclusively in this edition. Beginning with an introduction by director Brett Ratner, text includes commentary about the production of the movie, along with an original history of the X-Men by Peter Sanderson, the comics historian and author of X-Men: The Ultimate Guide, illustrated with archival Marvel comic-book art.

In X-Men: The Last Stand, a "cure" for mutancy threatens to alter the course of history. For the first time, mutants have a choice: retain their uniqueness, though it isolates and alienates them, or give up their powers and become human. The opposing viewpoints of mutant leaders Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart), who preaches tolerance, and Magneto (Ian McKellen), who believes in the survival of the fittest, are put to the ultimate test—triggering the war to end all wars. The old cast returns, including Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and Halle Berry as Storm, along with newcomers Kelsey Grammer as Beast, Vinnie Jones as Juggernaut, and Ben Foster as Angel.

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[Retroman]

X-Men(tm) The Last Stand

Written by Chris Claremont

Fiction - Movie or Television Tie-In; Fiction - Science Fiction - Adventure; Fiction - Science Fiction | Paperback, 352 pages | May 16 2006 | $6.99 | 978-0-345-49211-1 (0-345-49211-0)

ABOUT THIS BOOK
TAKE A STAND.

The world has acquired a lethal new weapon against X-gene mutants, whose superhuman powers separate them–for better, for worse, forever–from ordinary mortals. Now, for the first time, mutants have a choice: retain their godlike abilities, though their powers may isolate and alienate them, or surrender them and become human. The mutant antibody is called a cure, but its invention may trigger a struggle that destroys every living soul on Earth.

As Magneto declares all-out war against humanity and its dreaded cure, the U.S. president mobilizes the military. But it is Charles Xavier and the X-Men who truly must brace for the ultimate battle, for they alone are powerful enough to determine the outcome.

Lessons of the past are useless in the coming life-and-death conflict, as new players–mutants possessing unprecedented, unearthly skills– take center stage. With so many joining forces with Magneto’s evil Brotherhood, the X-Men will face their ultimate test against an enemy whose forces far outnumber their own.

Now, as the world trembles, the Phoenix slowly rises. . .

AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY
Chris Claremont is one of the bestselling comic writers in the world. He wrote The Uncanny X-Men for seventeen years as well as the novelization of the movie X-Men 2. He has been the co-creator of several top-selling series for Marvel Comics, including Excalibur, Wolverine, New Mutants, and, in the United Kingdom, Captain Britain. He wrote the Star Trek twenty-fifth-anniversary graphic novel Debt of Honor and a Next Generation sequel, Cry, Vengeance, for DC Comics, as well as Alien/Predator: The Deadliest of Species for Dark Horse. His debut novel was Firstflight, the story of a young female astronaut in the twenty-first century, to which he wrote two sequels, Grounded and Sundowner. He collaborated with George Lucas on three novels in The Chronicles of the Shadow War, and has delved into fantasy with the publication of Dragon Moon, a dark fantasy novel co-authored with his wife, Beth Fleisher. The couple lives in Brooklyn with their two children.

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[Retroman]

X-Men: The Last Stand: The Junior Novel
by Dan Fingeroth

About X-Men: The Last Stand: The Junior Novel
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In their newest adventure, the X-Men are up against their most powerful villain yet. To make matters more dangerous, a doctor has developed a treatment to "cure" mutants and make them human. Professor X must gather the X-Men and set them on the path to save the world and themselves. Join the X-Men as they struggle to rid the world of evil!

ISBN13: 9780060822088; ISBN: 0060822082; Imprint: HarperKidsEntertainment; On Sale: 05/09/2006; Format: Merchandise; Trimsize: 5 1/8 x 7 5/8; Pages: 144; $4.99

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[Retroman]

X-Men: The Last Stand: Meet the X-Men
by Harry Lime, Steven E. Gordon (Illustrator)

About X-Men: The Last Stand: Meet the X-Men
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Professor Xavier created his School for Gifted Youngsters for individuals with special powers. These students are the famous X-Men! Meet all your favorite X-Men characters and learn about their special powers as they fight to keep the human and mutant worlds in balance.

ISBN13: 9780060822040; ISBN: 006082204X; Imprint: Trophy; On Sale: 05/09/2006; Format: Paperback; Trimsize: 6 x 9; Pages: 32; $3.99

Source: http://www.harpercollins.com/global_scripts/product_catalog/book_xml.asp?isbn=006082204X
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[Retroman]

X-Men: The Last Stand: Rogue Finds a Home
by Harry Lime, Boyd Kirkland (Illustrator)

About X-Men: The Last Stand: Rogue Finds a Home
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Rogue is a mutant with special powers, but she finds others like herself at the School for Gifted Youngsters. Will she stay with the X-Men or try to make it on her own?

ISBN13: 9780060822057; ISBN: 0060822058; Imprint: Trophy; On Sale: 05/09/2006; Format: Paperback; Trimsize: 6 x 9; Pages: 32; $3.99

Source: http://www.harpercollins.com/global_scripts/product_catalog/book_xml.asp?isbn=0060822058
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[Retroman]

X-Men: The Last Stand: Beast Chooses Sides
by Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon (Illustrator)

About X-Men: The Last Stand: Beast Chooses Sides
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Beast struggles to fit in with the human race, even though he can't hide the fact that he is a furry blue mutant. When he learns that the human president is trying to rid the world of all mutants with a new cure, Beast knows he must reunite the X-Men. Join Beast as he fights side by side with Wolverine, Storm, Iceman, Rogue, and Colossus!

ISBN13: 9780060822026; ISBN: 0060822023; Imprint: HarperKidsEntertainment; On Sale: 05/09/2006; Format: Merchandise; Trimsize: 8 x 8; Pages: 24; $3.99

Source: http://www.harpercollins.com/global_scripts/product_catalog/book_xml.asp?isbn=0060822023
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[Retroman]

X-Men: The Last Stand: Teaming Up
by Catherine Hapka, Boyd Kirkland (Illustrator)

About X-Men: The Last Stand: Teaming Up
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When it comes to fighting battles, Storm and Wolverine don't always get along. But when the humans introduce a mutant cure, they must learn to work together to protect their race. Join the X-Men in this new adventure as they face two enemies: the mutant cure and Magneto's evil Brotherhood!

ISBN13: 9780060822019; ISBN: 0060822015; Imprint: HarperKidsEntertainment; On Sale: 05/09/2006; Format: Merchandise; Trimsize: 8 x 8; Pages: 24; $3.99

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[Retroman]

X-Men: The Last Stand: Fight the Cure
by Lisa Papademetriou

About X-Men: The Last Stand: Fight the Cure
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In this new adventure, the X-Men must fight for their very existence. A doctor has developed a treatment to "cure" mutants and make them human. Professor X's rival Magneto goes to wage war against the humans and their cure. With the X-Men distracted by Jean Grey's return, will it be the end of mutants forever?

ISBN13: 9780060822071; ISBN: 0060822074; Imprint: HarperKidsEntertainment; On Sale: 05/09/2006; Format: Merchandise; Trimsize: 5 1/8 x 7 5/8; Pages: 64; $4.99

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[Retroman]

X-Men: The Last Stand: Coloring and Activity Book and Crayons
by Lana Jacobs, Steven E. Gordon (Illustrator)

About X-Men: The Last Stand: Coloring and Activity Book and Crayons
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All your favorite characters from X-Men 3 come alive in this coloring and activity book. Experience all the excitement of the movie with mazes, connect-the-dot puzzles, pictures, word games, and more!

ISBN13: 9780060822101; ISBN: 0060822104; Imprint: HarperKidsEntertainment; On Sale: 05/09/2006; Format: Merchandise; Trimsize: 8 1/4 x 11; Pages: 32; $4.99

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X-Men 3 : Deluxe Sound Storybook (Hardcover)
by Don Curry (Editor)


Book Description
You’ve been chosen for an incredible adventure with the X-Men! Relive the movie in this action-packed, interactive sound storybook. With 16 sound buttons and a stimulating story line, kids will love experiencing how these super heroes save the day!

Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 22 pages
Publisher: X-Men 3 (May 2, 2006)

Source: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/06...002-0180092-5804030?s=books&v=glance&n=283155

 

[Retroman]

X-Men 3 Official Strategy Guide (Paperback)

by BradyGames

Book Description
BradyGames’ X-Men 3 Official Strategy Guide includes the following:

-A comprehensive walkthrough of the entire game.
-Detailed maps of all areas.
-In-depth equipment lists.
-Expert boss strategies to defeat even the toughest boss.

Platform: PS2, Xbox, Xbox 360, DS, GC, GBA, PC
Genre: Action/Adventure
This product is available for sale worldwide.

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Product Details

Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: Brady Games (May 15, 2006)

Source: http://www.bradygames.com/title/0744007615
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[Retroman]

X-Men The Ultimate Guide
Marvel
Stan Lee - Foreword

Book: Hardcover | 9.00 x 11.00in | 192 pages | ISBN 0756620058 | 17 Apr 2006 | 8 - 12 years

This revised edition of DK’s classic guide includes the best of the X-Men films and animated series, as well as exciting new characters and plotlines from the comics.
-Created in full cooperation with Marvel comics
-Each chapter focuses on a different decade in X-Men history
-Updated to include new characters and their powers
-Expanded “X-Men on Screen” section features plot discussions, special effects, and images from all three X-Men movies

Source: http://us.dk.com/nf/Book/BookDisplay/0,,11_0756620058,00.html

Comics Creators on X-men (Paperback)
by Tom DeFalco

Book Description
In the near future, humanity will be faced by a grave challenge: mutation. Gifted with an array of incredible powers, the X-Men have fought to break down the walls between humans and mutants in over fifty years of comics — and three hit movies.
Comics Creators on X-Men is the definitive look at the mighty mutants in comics, including interviews with original co-creator Stan Lee, fan-favourite Chris Claremont, superstar artists Chris Bachalo and Alan Davis, and recent writer Grant Morrison.

Packed with exclusive sketches, script pages, rare and classic covers, and essential background information on the X-Men’s labyrinthine history and vast cast of characters, this is a book no X-fan can do without!

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Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Titan Books (UK) (May 30, 2006)

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[Retroman]

X-MEN The Characters and Their Universe by Michael Mallory

September 28, 2006

They are more than simply humans...they possess something extra...they are the X-Men. Among the most popular superhero characters of our time, Marvel Comics' "X-Men" are also among the most distinctive teams to emerge from the plethora of costumed crime fighters. "Sworn to protect a world that hates and fears them," the mutant X-Men face not only against diabolically evil villains, but also the bigotry and prejudice of those for whom they fight. X-Men: The Characters and Their Universe tells the story of this unique band of comic book heroes from their creation in 1963 by the dream team of writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, through their late 1970s re-emergence as a platform for socially and politically relevant storytelling, and up to the present as one of the globe's hottest franchises. This colorful, lavishly-illustrated volume also traces how the characters have been adapted into the media of television and film, including the groundbreaking 1992 animated series and the blockbuster feature films.
Through exclusive interviews with many of the key creators and contributors to the X-Men Universe from all media—among them Stan Lee, Chris Claremont and John Romita from the comics, and Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, Sir Ian McKellen, Bryan Singer and Brett Ratner from the world of film—X-Men: The Characters and Their Universe tells the complete story of how these strange and often unlikely heroes have transcended the illustrated page to become part of our collective consciousness.

For fans of the comic books, this volume also provides a unique one-source catalogue of every major character that appeared from 1963 to the present, including all the various teamings of characters, the significant comic book series, the various character relationships and evolutions, and the classic storylines that have all woven together over the decades to create the dazzlingly complex and fascinating tapestry of world of mutants. X-Men: The Characters and Their Universe is a book that no fan of Marvel Comics, of super heroics, of animation and action adventure filmmaking, even of popular culture of the late 20th century itself, will want to be without.

I have spent a good part of the year in the company of mutants. No, I'm not getting into politics, I was researching and writing a new book titled X-Men: The Characters and Their Universe, which will be published by Hugh Lauter Levin and Associates in October 2006. It is another coffee-table sized book (attach four legs and you've got a coffee table!) that provides the history of the X-Men from their inception in Marvel Comics through their various media adaptations, up to and including the upcoming feature film X-Men 3. Doing books like this one is always a delight because I get to meet and talk to the people behind the comics, cartoons and films, and this time around the list included the likes of Stan Lee, director Bryan Singer (who is contributing the book's foreword), and actors Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, Famke Janssen, Rebecca Romijn and Sir Ian McKellen. This book is a follow-up to my 2001 tome Marvel: The Characters and Their Universe, which came out in a new Barnes and Noble edition last fall.

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[MaleRogue]

They mean Rogue's finds a Home....It's The X School...if you look good at the background that is the X Mansion

 

[IronSpidy]

Is there any pics of a cartoon Iceman Iced up?

 

[aaron]

ive ordered the claremont novelisation from amazon, ill receive it on the 16th, anyone else ordered it?