The thing is... Given your reviews, if you love (masterpieces-like) everything DC does and don't like any Marvel title, why keep reading Marvel and rating them? Only to make sure DC gets better ratings?
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I've never read such a beautifully complex X-Men comic in my life. It perfectly explains the current stats quo and landscape the X-Men are living in. The art is very visually appealing and the amount of references to House of M and the past 20 years of X-Men history is a win in the nostalgia department. Another thing this first issue masterfully pulls off is how interactive the comic is. It truly more
House of X #1
By: Jonathan Hickman, Pepe Larraz
Released: July 24, 2019
FACE THE FUTURE! Superstar writer Jonathan Hickman (SECRET WARS, AVENGERS, FANTASTIC FOUR) takes the reins of the X-Men universe! Since the release of Uncanny X-Men #1, there have been four seminal moments in the history of the X-Men. Giant-Sized X-Men. X-Men. Age of Apocalypse. New X-Men. Four iconic series that introduced a new era for Marvel's m...
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I wish there were a zero rating I could use for this atrocity of a hackneyed story. Not only are we tired of hero vs hero stories, the story of a controlled Captain America has been done before, not to mentioned the classic King Superman story among other stories revolving around the same concept of a hero gone totalitarian.
Secret Empire #1
By: Nick Spender, Steve McNiven
Released: May 3, 2017
It's been building for months, across a bevy of titles! But now, the moment has arrived for Steve Rogers to step into the light and declare his allegiance to Hydra! How can the heroes of the Marvel Universe cope with this shattering betrayal by the most trusted figure among them? And what will this mean for the world? The map of the Marvel Universe...
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Supererah
- May 4, 2017
I only review things I feel strongly about. I care about the Marvel universe just as much as I care about the DC one and I want them both to give me stories that move me. Too bad that in the last couple of years Marvel has only been "moving me" negatively. When they return to form, as before Secret Wars, then you'll see me positively reviewing the things I care about. For me, this is not a DC vs Marvel thing at all.
johnavenger
- May 15, 2017
except at least Marvel are taking some risks, Cap isn't totally totalitarian....what makes this more impactful is Cap is willing to work together as council with villains he's vowed to stop before. The matters that the story itself deals with cap at the center are not only political but also on a social level. At times you have to ask if what Cap is doing is actually better for humanity and how wrong is he?
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After how terrible Civil War 2 was and how underwhelming Avengers Standoff was, I'm surprised to say that Secret Empire #1 is Great. This is an excellent start to an event that has been under some controversial fire. You feel like something is about to happen in the story, the intensity and drama developing is magnificent and it roots back to Marvel's steady building to the event. As terrible and more
Secret Empire #1
By: Nick Spender, Steve McNiven
Released: May 3, 2017
It's been building for months, across a bevy of titles! But now, the moment has arrived for Steve Rogers to step into the light and declare his allegiance to Hydra! How can the heroes of the Marvel Universe cope with this shattering betrayal by the most trusted figure among them? And what will this mean for the world? The map of the Marvel Universe...
9.5
This book is awesome!! The dark, mysterious, and Gritty atmosphere really set the tone for the series and Black Bolt's character itself. Blackagar Boltagon is in the right hands!!! Can't wait for #2!!!
Black Bolt #1
By: Saladin Ahmed, Christian Ward
Released: May 3, 2017
THE KING OF THE INHUMANS' FIRST SOLO SERIES!
Black Bolt imprisoned! But by who? And where exactly? The answers to both will shock you! But to learn those answers, Black Bolt must first win a fight to the death with a fellow inmate - The Absorbing Man! Award-winning science fiction writer Saladin Ahmed (Throne of the Crescent Moon) crafts a stor...
8.5
None of the following issues matched the quality of the first great issue
Fear Itself #1
By: Matt Fraction, Stuart Immonen
Released: April 6, 2011
DO YOU FEAR...TOMORROW? In this time of global anxiety, of economic turmoil and mass hysteria, Sin, the new Red Skull, has made an awesome discovery...a shameful secret that will rock the foundations of the Marvel Universe! A revelation that will divide father and son, turn friend against friend, and herald the rise of Fear personified. HE IS RETU...
7.5
Fear Itself #2
By: Matt Fraction, Stuart Immonen
Released: May 4, 2011
The Mighty Thor--imprisoned by his own father! As Odin and the Asgardians leave the Earth to fend for itself against the God of Fear, the Avengers and the world's remaining heroes battle the unstoppable tide of terror! And then-- the Serpent's Hammers fall! Who are the Worthy? Who shall rise up and join the Serpent as living avatars of his evil? A...
5.0
Fear Itself #7
By: Matt Fraction, Stuart Immonen
Released: October 19, 2011
- Tony Stark returns from the depths with a last-chance arsenal that will transform the Avengers from Earth's Mightiest Heroes...into Earth's Last Hope! - It's THOR'S DAY-- the day that everything ends!- Double sized Finale with a little something extra for keen eye
9.5
Incredible introduction to one of the best Marvel comics series, It changes the way you truly view Thanos for the good and bad
Thanos Rising #1
By: Jason Aaron, Simone Bianchi
Released: April 3, 2013
What comes after "Marvel NOW!"? Whatever it is, it starts HERE. The vile face left movie audiences in shock after last summer's Marvel Studios' "The Avengers" movie, but who is this eerily disturbing villain? Thanos rises as the unrivaled rogue of wretchedness in this gripping tale of tragedy, deceit and destiny. Where did this demi-god of death ...
7.0
better than the first but still doesn't feel like its the event its being sold for, it doesn't feel like heavy ramifications or consequences are about to happen. there is no heavy tension building up, and some of these inhuman characters are extremely boring imo. ulysses is absolutely a bleh character
Civil War II #2
By: Brian Michael Bendis, David Marquez
Released: June 15, 2016
Two issues in one month? Hell yes! As the Marvel Universe reels from the events of the first issue, Tony Stark decides to take matters (and the law) into his own hands and declares war on the Inhumans. But not everyone agrees with Tony's perspective and they are willing to die trying to stop him.
Rated T+
8.5
That was pretty awesome!! the best issue of the series so far
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Punisher #3
By: Becky Cloonan, Steve Dillon
Released: July 6, 2016
STRAIGHT TO HELL!
• On the trail of horrific drug EMC, FRANK CASTLE lands on the doorstep of a crew of bloodthirsty Appalachian warriors.
• But the leader of the group knows THE PUNISHER's brutal style, and is prepared to fight fire with fire...on an innocent bystander!
• In the midst of t...
8.0
Not much happens but its very relevant to today, the racial tension and on going internal conflict. Nighthawk really needs something that can distinct it from Batman comics because they really haven't. Tho i am very excited with the character of the revelator
Nighthawk #2
By: David Walker, Ramon Villalobos
Released: June 22, 2016
• With the bodies piling up, Nighthawk hunts the psycho killer stalking the streets, leading to an unlikely alliance. Meanwhile, the racial tension that grips the city is about to explode, leading Nighthawk to make a difficult decision -- save the city, or watch it burn.
PARENTAL ADVISORY
8.0
This issue really seems to build for a huge epic finale that seems like Doctor strange will sacrifice it all to save magic
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Doctor Strange #9
By: Jason Aaron, Chris Bachalo
Released: June 22, 2016
"THE LAST DAYS OF MAGIC" continues!
• Stripped of all of his magic, Stephen Strange scours the globe for any weapon he can use against the Empirikul.
Rated T+
9.0
What a step up in my opinion, they really finally have started to kick on this series. this is definitely the best issue of the series imo
Hyperion #4
By: Chuck Wendig, Nicole Virella
Released: June 29, 2016
• Flip the switches and light the lights - the carnival is open for business. HYPERION and Doll have a final showdown with the freaks and weirdos of the dark carnival of Valentine County, but the real danger is what lurks inside the haunted house. Something awaits within those twisted walls. Something that wants very badly to be free.
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7.0
Captain America: Steve Rogers #2
By: Nick Spencer, Jesus Saiz
Released: June 29, 2016
As Steve battles a resurgent Hydra more dangerous than ever before, he must confront a ghost from his past!
8.0
Frank castle is just brutal
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Punisher #2
By: Becky Cloonan, Steve Dillon
Released: June 1, 2016
ROAD TRIP
• Frank Castle's hunt has taken him on the road, and bodies will be left in his wake.
• But with a DEA agent closing in on him, things could get complicated...
Parental Advisory
7.5
Hyperion #3 is way better than #2, finally we know who's the villain and what the whole deal with Doll and her backstory is making her a less annoying character.
Hyperion #3
By: Chuck Wendig, Nicole Virella
Released: May 25, 2016
• HYPERION can punch his way out of anything, but how will he deal with a serial murderer who can turn into a squirming horde of killer worms? He and Doll followed the trail, and now must contend with Worm-Boy and the fact that this monster is somehow connected to the carnival Doll is running away from.
• Plus, just wh...
8.0
pretty damn good, interesting how they integrate the watchmen characters into the DCU, but i don't think this reboot will match the New 52 reboot
DC Universe: Rebirth #1
By: Geoff Johns, Gary Frank
Released: May 25, 2016
It all begins here. Do not skip to the last page. Do not let a friend or message board ruin this comic for you. The future (and past) of the DC Universe starts here. Don't say we didn't warn you!
THEY SAID IT: "Rebirth is about focusing in on the core of the character and their respective universe," says writer and DC Entertainment Chief Creati...
6.5
Its not amazing for a Batman book but it lays down the elements for the future. Calendar Man is really cool but i don't understand the ending with the avocados.
Batman: Rebirth #1
By: Tom King, Mikel Janin
Released: June 1, 2016
Longtime Batman and Eisner Award winning writer Scott Snyder co-writes with rising star writer Tom King!
EVIL 365: Gotham City faces the threat of the Calendar Man!
7.5
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Punisher #1
By: Becky Cloonan, Steve Dillon
Released: May 4, 2016
FRANK CASTLE LOSES CONTROL!
A by-the-numbers drug bust is about to take Frank Castle by surprise...and he HATES surprises. The horrible fallout threatens to send The Punisher into the heart of darkness, but Castle won't make that journey alone: A DEA agent is on his trail and attempting to get into his head...but what horrors will she find ther...
7.0
Nothing new, Nighthawk is basically the punisher fighting for human rights. the art and writing is meh and bleh, but still i find intrigue in Nighthawk.
Nighthawk #1
By: David Walker, Ramon Villalobos
Released: May 25, 2016
Straight from the pages of SQUADRON SUPREME comes one of the most brutal super heroes of the Marvel Universe. Nighthawk is Chicago's dark protector, dispensing swift, decisive justice to those that truly deserve it. When the city's shadiest power brokers turn up murdered in gristly ways, the apparent work of an inventive serial killer, Nighthawk mu...
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