{"product_id":"the-patron-1-cover-b-john-j-pearson","title":"THE PATRON #1 COVER B JOHN J. PEARSON","description":"\u003cb\u003eTHE PATRON #1 COVER B JOHN J. PEARSON\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHIS IS A PRESALE LISTING | FOC DATE 06\/15\/2026 | ESTIMATED IN-STORE DATE 07\/29\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll the great artists have one thing in common...they’re dead. A true patron of the fine arts, Mr. Cherish has dedicated his life to scouting and supporting emerging artists, launching countless unknowns from obscurity into industry superstardom. Unfortunately for these young artists, the secret to Cherish’s success is their untimely demise. Nothing makes a work of art more desirable and valuable to collectors than the passing of its creator, and Cherish has refined his ability to orchestrate spectacular tragedies without leaving a trace…before selling his dead protégés’ oeuvres for massive profits. Painter Matty Barnes is primed to become Cherish’s next “hit”—but when the script is flipped on this latest murder, a posthumous twist calls the artist’s fate and legacy into question putting the patron’s empire in the dueling crosshairs of law enforcement and a merciless third-party connoisseur. Writer Christian Ward (Batman: City of Madness, Event Horizon) and artist John J. Pearson (The Department of Truth, The Infernals) put their own life’s work on the page in a highbrow thriller at the bloody intersection of art and commerce! Both creators will contribute a full series of variant covers, alongside a special incentive cover on #1 by Eisner Award-winning artist Anand RK (Deicidium, The Beauty).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eSHIPPING POLICY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach comic is carefully bagged, boarded, and packed in sturdy materials. Orders with pre-sale items will ship when all items are released and processed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOMBINED SHIPPING POLICY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCombined shipping available, calculated at checkout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION POLICY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStock photo listings guarantee comics to be roughly 9.2 NM- or better. Minor manufacturing defects may be present. Actual comic received matches depicted photo. Provided grades are subjective; buyers should assess using photos and descriptions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePREVIEW IMAGES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreview artwork may differ from actual comic cover when produced by publisher.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eALLOCATED PRODUCT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllocated comics may have limited availability. Unfulfilled orders with allocated comics will be refunded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eINCENTIVES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccidental listing of incentives for cover price will result in refund.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDAMAGES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDamaged comics from supplier will be replaced if possible. If replacement is unavailable, damaged copy or full refund will be offered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease ask questions and request additional photos before purchase, as returns are not accepted.","brand":"IGNITION PRESS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44389661048874,"sku":"PRHMAY26-235","price":5.62,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7433\/6042\/files\/81019628033501021.jpg?v=1779483628","url":"https:\/\/comiclegion.com\/products\/the-patron-1-cover-b-john-j-pearson","provider":"COMIC LEGION","version":"1.0","type":"link"}