THUNDER BAY — A writer involved in developing numerous high-profile comic book characters is the first guest to be announced by organizers of ThunderCon 2023.
Larry Hama, an iconic American comic book writer, artist, actor and musician who's worked for Marvel and DC will attend the Sept. 9 and 10 event in Thunder Bay.
Chair Linda Fogen Madsen said "We're extremely excited to to be bringing comic book legend Larry Hama to our event. His big ticket is G.I. Joe, but he's got so many other characters under his belt that he's had a hand in developing over the years."
Hama is best known for his seminal work creating the successful comic series based on the Hasbro toys of the same name.
Thunder Con guest lead Toller Madsen said he's worked at Marvel for years, including "on some pretty amazing books like Wolverine, Generation X, Iron Fist and Elektra. But he's also worked for DC on Batman, Wonder Woman, Mr. Miracle and Super Friends."
Saying that he can't wait to meet Hama in person, Madsen added that "He's done everything in the industry, from writing, pencilling and editing, and created the bio cards for all the G.I. Joe characters, including Snake Eyes."
Hama has worked in entertainment and publishing since the 1960s.
"I don't get to many Canadian events," he said. "So I'm really looking forward to this."
When he's in Thunder Bay, Hama will autographic comics and action figures, and will also be taking commissions.
ThunderCon will announce other guests in the weeks to come.
