MARS ATTACKS Trading Cards To Have Exclusive Subset And Sketch Cards By John McCrea

Topps has released a few images of what is a 15 card subset to the MARS ATTACKS HERITAGE trading card set. The art for this subset is by John McCrea, the artist for the upcoming IDW comic series. The subset will give a glimpse of what to expect from the comic.

"We wanted John to treat these cards like miniature comic book covers," said Adam Levine, Topps' Licensing Manager. "To weave the cards and comics together even further, we crafted a story that introduces fans to our reimagining of Mars Attacks, beginning years before the Martians invade and continuing into the future, perhaps even beyond what you'll see in IDW's series in 2012. If fans look closely, they may even spot a few hints at what lies ahead."

"I'm very excited to be able to play in this world of aliens and robots and giant insects," said McCrea. "Mars Attacks is right up my alley; it's everything I love to draw. I'm thrilled to be a part of the creation of this new world and to be able to my own stamp on it."

Topps' MARS ATTACKS HERITAGE trading cards comes out in July. IDW's MARS ATTACKS comic book hits stores in June.