Benjamin Morin Comic Reviews

Prog 2200 is the perfect jumping-on point for new readers looking to experience the galaxys greatest comic.

All-America Comix crafts an engaging narrative despite some dialog issues. This is a series rich with potential and a solid first issue that left me wanting more.

Bermuda is a straightforward adventure comic that knows what its doing. There can be beauty in simplicity and this comic excels at achieving it.

Coffin Bound #6 sinks its teeth into the seedy underbelly of its society, while probing deeper into the arcs thematic thrust.

Commanders in Crisis #2 delivers a worthy follow up to its spectacular debut, bringing all the originality and enthusiasm the series has become known for.

Crimson Flower #1 makes for a welcome addition to comic shelves this week. Its imaginative creative team delivers an original debut that functions fantastically both in narrative and art.

Die #11 kicks off the new arc with a bang and left me on the edge of my seat. I cannot wait to see where Gillen and Co. are going to take us and no comic reader should miss out on this thrilling series.

Despite some occasional narrative missteps, Engineward #3 continues to deliver a familiar yet engaging sci-fi adventure with absolutely exceptional art.

Family Tree #7 deepens the series mystery while meaningfully moving the plot forward with stunning artwork.

Though Fear Case #1 debuts with an intriguing premise, it falls at times into formulaic territory. The art may be worth the price of admission for some, but for others, that wont make up for the conventional narrative.

Godkillers #3 falls victim to the same missteps as previous issues and slides into the generic action/horror genre. By failing to make readers care about the characters or action on the small scale of issue to issue, it becomes hard for me to recommend anyone put much stock into this series' future.

Heavy #1 delivers a stylish and action packed debut that should be on everyones pull list.

The creative team behind Ice Cream Man delivers another standout issue. This time using their particular brand of existential dread to craft devilishly clever bedtime stories.

Locke and Key/Sandman Hell and Gone #0 delivers a succinct intro to each respective fantasy world. The selected reprints read very distinctly, while also featuring thematic overlaps. For an issue aimed at introducing readers to these worlds prior to an inevitable collision, it does an exceptional job doling out necessary info while also building anticipation for the main event.

Locke & Key/Sandman: Hell and Gone #1 is well worth the wait. The story balances each universe in an engaging manner that feeds into an intriguing premise. This coupled with an excellent art team leads to a cohesively rewarding package.

Neil Gaiman and P. Craig Russell deliver a fantastic comic adaptation of the Norse myths in Norse Mythology #1. This is a must-read for fans of this mythology, both old and new.

Olympias final issue brings all the narrative threads to a point in a battle of epic proportions.

Once and Future delivers an action packed and thoroughly comical issue that instantly captured my attention. I would definitely recommend anyone pick this issue up for an enjoyable ride.

Proctor Valley Road #1 offers a standard supernatural premise thats set apart by its engaging cast and real-world creepy setting.

Pulp delivers an engrossing story with a cinematic flair. This book serves as a great distillation of Brubaker and Phillips creative talents in one cohesive package.

On the whole, Roofstompers knocks it out of the park in practically every aspect. It delivers a fresh story told with creative visuals into one complete package. Especially considering the price point of $2.99, this short is well worth picking up.

Snow Angels #1 makes for an engrossing debut with fantastic artwork.

The stakes have never been higher as Stealth is thrust headfirst into Dead Hands war. Stealth #4 provides a thrilling issue that sets up the coming battle while delving deeper into the titular heros past.

Tartarus has become my most anticipated comic period. Issue #4 continues the series blending of science-fiction epic with psychedelic art to create a captivating adventure.

TMNT Best of Donatello celebrates the studious and industrious turtle in a fitting collection. Sci-fi wackiness abounds in these fun stories that rewards both current and previous fans.

The Death of Doctor Strange #1 explores what happens when the Sorcerer Supreme is murdered and all the magical barriers come tumbling down. Its an ambitious debut. Though it gets bogged down with exposition at times, this is a debut that respects whats come before and creatively utilizes the characters mythos. Definitely worth a read for new and old fans alike.

Thompson Heller: Detective Interstellar #1 delivers a fun and original debut filled with mystery and intrigue.

Leaving readers with more questions than answers, X Lives of Wolverine #1 feels like more of a big jumbled fight than the start of an event thats going to really matter. But we shall see.

X-Ray Robot #3 continues to deliver the series signature charm and makes it one of the most absurdly unique titles currently out.