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Scott Beatty named new RUSE writer

Scott Beatty will be taking over the writing chores for CrossGen Comics' RUSE as of RUSE #13, replacing Mark Waid.

Beatty has written extensively for DC Comics, with credits including JOKER: LAST LAUGH, ROBIN: YEAR ONE, ROBIN, more than 27 issues of SECRET FILES and BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS beginning with issue #33.

Beatty will not be relocating to Tampa as he will only be working on this single title, but will be writing from his home in Pennsylvania. He will be making frequent trips to the CrossGen studio to interact with the creative team and discuss the title's direction with head writer Barbara Kesel.

"Obviously, Mark helped to set the bar very high on RUSE," Beatty says. "I'm quite excited to be following him on the book, and I very much look forward to working with Butch, Mike, and Laura in chronicling the continuing exploits of Simon and Emma."

Beatty was CrossGen's choice for replacement based on the recommendation of current CrossGen writer Chuck Dixon. Dixon has collaborated with Beatty in the past and has served as something of a mentor to him.

"The choice of Scott Beatty to take over RUSE was a natural from the start," Dixon says. "From his educational background to his deft grasp of characterization, he has all the requirements needed to chronicle the further adventures of Simon and Emma. He and I have worked together extensively and I was always amazed at his ability to drop in and perfectly nail the tone and 'voice' of any character. He's going to have fun on this book and I think readers will too."

According to CrossGen, "a difference of opinion on the future direction of the title led to Waid's decision to step down."

"I greatly enjoyed working on RUSE during my run," Waid said. "Since the team wanted Ruse to go in a different direction than I did, we decided to part ways. It's unfortunate, but these things happen in a dynamic creative environment. I am pleased that someone I respect, such as Scott Beatty, has been chosen to take over the writing chores. I will very much miss working on RUSE, and I wish the team and CrossGen all the best of luck in the future."