@mikebiyad Comic Reviews

Lazarus is a great book, one that we often aren't given the opportunity of reading. It's second arc does not disappoint, and I am more than excited to continue reading this book. I'm giving Lazarus #5 a 4.8/5

I really didnt know what to expect when I heard about Manifest Destiny. If you havent gotten your hands on this book yet, I implore you, go get it.

Manifest Destiny has so far turned out to be a great action packed book that has left me on the edge of my seat waiting for more. I've really been enjoying it, and I recommend picking this book up before it gets too late. I'm giving Manifest Destiny #2 a 4.2/5

Overall this book adds on to the great story that is being told here. This is definitely turning out to be a great book and I'm always excited when I see it on my list.

Overall, I was surprised to see how much fun Krampus! had to offer. If you want to get into the Christmas spirit in your own dark little way, I recommend picking up Krampus! I'm overally excited for the release of the second issue, and I think you will be too.

Velvet has turned out to be one of the best series Image has put out in quite some time. It's fun, action packed, and dramatic, and really pulls the reader into its story. If you are looking for a new series to read and want something a bit darker and action packed, then it's not too late to get into Velvet! I'm giving Velvet #2 a 4.5/5. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Sheltered #5 is definitely a great addition to this unique story being told. This is definitely a great series to hop onto, and with the cliff hanger at the end, I can only hope to see something big happen in Sheltered's next issue. I'm giving it a 4.2/5. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Once again we get another great issue of Sheltered. If you haven't got into this series yet I highly recommend getting the first arc once a collected edition, which is already out right now, and picking up this issue as well. I'm giving Sheltered #6 a 4.7/5

Overall Saga #16 does a great job of setting up for what all of us readers are hoping will be something great. If you haven't read any Saga, I think it would be a great idea to start picking up the trade paper backs and jump onto this train before its' too late. I'm giving Saga #16 a 4.2/5. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Overall Saga has proven to be the best book on my list each month it comes out. I can't stress enough that this is a must read series, even though it's already at issue 17. If you haven't picked this up yet then I highly recommend picking up the trades and getting into this series, and for all you Saga readers out there, you'll be pleased to know that Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples have added another great addition to their series.

Spiderman fans rejoice! After a year of missing our friendly neighborhood Spiderman, Marvel has decided to throw us a bone. If you've been reading Superior Spiderman, or even stopped after issue 700 of Amazing Spiderman I recommend picking up this book, It's a nice way to hold all of us believers over until the much waited return of Peter to the ongoing series.

Although the story told here is a short one, it is still a good one, and I always say quality over quantity. I would have liked to see a bit more of this, however we are still getting some more Spiderman stories from other writers. For all you Spiderman fans out there, if you're going to pick up any of these celebratory Amazing Spiderman issues, I recommend picking up Joe Casey's two issue story. I'm giving The Amazing Spiderman 700.4 a 4.6/5

This is the issue that we have been waiting for. With tensions rising between Rick and Negan All Out War was inevitable. This issue is full of action and excitement, and it immediately had me wanting more. With this only being the second chapter of All Out War, Im excited to see what else Kirkman has in store for The Walking Dead. Im giving this issue a 4.5/5

Overall it seems as though 'All Out War' is turning out to be great so far, however it is only onto its third chapter so no one knows for sure what Kirkman and Adlard have in store for us. Whether you've been reading The Walking Dead from the start, or binge-read the trade paper backs, you should definitely be excited for this issue, especially since you don't have to wait an entire month for the next one! I'm giving The Walking Dead 117 a 3.7. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Once again we have another great installment of All Out War. This arc is turning out to be one of the best the series has seen in a long time, and I am always excited when I get to put The Walking Dead on my pull list. Although our fears of whether or not this arc will turn out to be a positive addition to The Walking Dead's story line cannot be put to bed yet, we are getting there. I'm giving The Walking Dead 118 a 4/5

Overall, we can ultimately be happy that we have more of The Walking Dead now that the holidays have passed. With it being back on its biweekly schedule we won't have to wait too long to see what happens after the great cliffhanger on the last page. I'm giving The Walking Dead 119 a 3.8/5

Now that All Out War has reached it's half way point, I'm almost certain there should be no worries for the future of The Walking Dead. For a series that has been going on for such a long time, I think that Kirkman and Adlard are both keeping the story interesting and fresh. I'm giving The Walking Dead #120 a 4.8/5

If youre reading Snyders Zero Year, then there really is no reason for you not to pick this book up. Although it may seem a little slow, and somewhat of a placeholder for this event, there really is no such thing as a bad Batman issue when Scott Snyder is writing it.

Overall, Snyder and Capullo did it again, with a great issue to continue a long with Zero Year. I recommend this series as a whole, however Zero Year is a great place to start off. If you're reading Zero Year you won't be disappointed with Issue 27, if you aren't reading Zero Year, well, you should just be disappointed with yourself.

Overall Hickman and Caselli do a great job of throwing in another Avengers title into the mix. The writing and art are great, and I think we may have a cool first arc coming our way. Here's to hoping The Avengers don't get too played out. I'm giving Avengers World #1 a 4/5

If you're looking for a book that will give you a break from all the serious stuff, and instead you just want to have fun and enjoy a quick read, than Bad Ass #1 is the book for you. It's fun, crude, and just down right bad ass. I'm giving Bad Ass #1 a 4/5

Coffin Hill is definitely turning out to be a great series, and its only two books in. I definitely recommend picking up this series now, because it only looks like its getting better.

If you haven't jumped on this train yet, you've made quite the mistake. Luckily we're only three issues in and so far this story is panning out to be great. I found myself laughing at all of the ridiculous, cheesy, teenage sex jokes, while still feeling the connection between the two characters which is something a bit rare in comic books out there these days. I'm giving Sex Criminals #3 a 4/5. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Overall The Superior Spiderman Annual is a good book with a few hiccups along the way. If you're a fan of The Superior Spiderman, and the direction things have been going in, then there's definitely no reason not to pick this up. If you're just reading this series to be there when the real Peter Parker comes back, then maybe you can skip this one. I'm giving this book a 3/5.

Any one who's continually reading The Superior Spiderman will be quite pleased with issue 24, we get a lot of action, and a lot of fleshed out story that we may have been missing before. For those of you who haven't been reading this series and are itching for some great Spiderman story I recommend starting with this arc.

This book is a must read for any Spiderman fan, whether you have been following The Superior Spiderman or not. All fans of Spiderman are waiting for Peter Parker to return, and with this book we get the hope back, and it is safe to assume that within the next few issues we may actually be getting what we have been waiting for. I'm giving The Superior Spiderman 25 a 4.8/5

If you're a fan of Remender's work then I do suggest picking up this book. It is a nice read, and although it was lacking a bit, It was enjoyable from start to finish. I think that a great story can be told as more issues become released, and I hope that my expectations can be met.

Overall, we get a decent book that is easy to read, with a fun little story that won't disappoint most readers. Although this book may have just been a way for Marvel to make some more money off of an event, we can hope that it does play a small part in the coming months. I'm giving Inhumanity: Spiderman a 3.2/5

Overall, I think this issue may be setting up for a great new arc for the series. I'm definitely going to be excited to pick up the next issue after the way it left off, however I do wish that there was a little bit more of a wow factor for this issue. If you've been reading, and enjoying, Green Arrow I do suggest you pick this book up. This also may not be a bad spot for new readers who are interested to jump in.

Overall, if you miss Black Science #1, you really won't be missing anything at all. This book has some promise however, and hopefully the next few issues give us a bit more of an explanation of what exactly is going on. If you're a fan of Remender, or like picking up Image books in hopes that they will turn into something great, than I'd say there's no harm in picking this one up. If you're just looking for a new series to jump onto, this may no be for you. I'm giving Black Science #1 a 2.8/5, in hopes that this series may turn into something a bit better than it is now. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Overall I just don't think this book is something that can't be missed. If you're into the dark/gritty science fiction genre than maybe this book is something you'll enjoy, but I do believe the majority of comic readers, especially those with an obsession for all the greats Image has churned out over the years, this book just won't do it for you.

I think this book can be given a chance, for a few more issues at least. Although its not the most enjoyable read, fans of Johnston and Mittens Wasteland, as well as fans of dark medieval fantasy may enjoy this book. Im giving Umbral a 2.5/5