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DC Universe: Rebirth #1
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...
Not a fan of Deadpool enough to buy it regularly but as a Gambit fan I had to pick this up. It wasn't great but it also wasn't terrible either and I actually enjoyed the art more than I thought I would.
Deadpool v Gambit #1
Gambit-one of the smoothest, best-looking operators in the world of the X-Men. Deadpool-one of the most annoying, ugliest dirtbags in the world of everything. Naturally, these guys got beef. But do you know what they have in common? A secret history of working together to pull con-jobs. That's right-the grift is on as the Regeneratin' Degenerate an...
Not a huge fan of Magic titles but this I do really enjoy! Aaron seems to have a great understanding of Strange and nobody draws weird better than Bachalo. What I really love is the creation of the Empirikul, they seem like a great addition to the Marvel Universe and while some Marvel heroes have a huge list of adversaries I think Doctor Strange is in need of a few more.
The current storyl
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Doctor Strange #9
"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+
Warren Ellis writes a great James Bond and really sets the standard high. I feel sorry for whoever has to write this next.
James Bond #7
After World War Two, army intelligence groups created ghost cells called "stay-behinds" across Europe in the event of a Warsaw Pact surge. "EIDOLON" is the story of a SPECTRE stay-behind structure - ghost cells of SPECTRE loyalists acting as sleepers until the time is right for a SPECTRE reformation and resurgence. The time is now.
I went into this being a fan of Action Man as a kid and my expectations weren't high. I don't think anyone will look back in 20 years time saying this was a definitive Action Man but it has enough to be enjoyable. I could see myself continuing to buy this more in a limited series format than a regular series but either way for the moment I will try out issue 2 next month.
Action Man #1
ACTION MAN IS DEAD-LONG LIVE ACTION MAN! He's the world's greatest special agent... until he dies saving the planet, with all the world's eyes on him. Now his young protégé has to step into the role-whether he's ready or not!
Liam Sharp drawing anything automatically gives this title a good rating but the fact that Greg Rucka seems to understand Wonder Woman's corner of the DCU makes this creative pairing pretty much perfect.
Wonder Woman #1
"THE LIES" chapter one
Why has the lasso of truth stopped working for the Amazon Princess? Start down the rabbit hole as dark secrets from Wonder Woman's past unravel her present!
THEY SAID IT: "Drawing Wonder Woman isn't just drawing a comic, it's drawing an icon-the most famous and recognizable female superhero in the world," exclaims art...
I don't think this issue was really integral to Superman Rebirth but it was well written & and some of Tom Grummett's best art in years. If DC gave Grummett a Superman title (Steel, Superboy,or any other Superman) to draw with the team that inked and colored this issue I think I'd be back in 90's Superman heaven.
Justice League #52
A TITANS: REBIRTH #1 prelude! Set shortly after the formation of the Justice League, Batman introduces his new partner Robin (Dick Grayson) to the team just as it's pulled into a deadly assault on Metropolis by mysterious creatures. Outclassed and terrified, the Boy Wonder must use his wits and guile to survive. And in doing so, he catches the atte...
I haven't missed an issue of this since it started. Too me it's felt like one long DC What If or Elseworlds where anything can happen. I wouldn't want to see any of this stuff happen in the main DCU but being able to read it here, self contained with infinite possibilities feels just right.
Here's hoping they do an Injustice II comic when the new game comes out.
Injustice: Year Five #27
Flash has to face Superman's wrath as a result of giving aid to Batman. Is a permanent rift forming in the regime?
It feels like they have slowed the Flash down a little which you would think was a bad thing but it turns out to be what this title needed. After feeling very full throttle for the past few years this creates the perfect mix between Barry's personal life and building up an exciting storyline.
Being a long time Wally West Flash fan I've had trouble for years accepting Barry back but this run
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Flash #1
"LIGHTNING STRIKES TWICE" chapter one
A new storm brews over Central City and disproves the old adage about lightning never, well...you know. Just as Barry begins to feel overwhelmed fighting crime, a new speedster debuts-but just where did this amazing new friend come from?
FLASH FACT: "2016 is the 60th anniversary of Barry Allen becoming ...
I have been complaining to anyone that would listen how much I hated Detective Comics during New52 but this stuff has blown me away how good it feels. I know I'm still reading the same universe but this is good enough to make you forget there ever was a New52 in the first place.
The characters are all drawn beautifully and the color balance between dark & light creates the perfect feel for G
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Detective Comics #935
"RISE OF THE BATMEN" chapter two
Batman and team find themselves in the crosshairs as the villain they've begun hunting turns the tables on them. Batman and Batwoman have the skills to survive, but do their young teammates? Is this where hero training ends in tragedy?
THEY SAID IT: "The ideas are boiling inside my brain," boasts artist Eddy...
I'm not going to pretend I've ever really been a true Aquaman fan and at some points I've absolutely hated the character. Like quite a few other people, Rebirth is the reason I gave it another try and so far I'm enjoying it.
While never being a big Brad Walker fan before I think this would be his best work so far and seems to fit in well with Abnett's writing. The storyline doesn't seem t
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Aquaman #1
"THE DROWNING" chapter one
Black Manta returns, and as Aquaman attempts to broker lasting peace between Atlantis and the surface world, his greatest foe engineers a plan to destroy everything and everyone the undersea hero loves.
THEY SAID IT: "I'm excited to draw a vast undersea world with all the visual flourishes of fantasy and science f...
The formula for this comic is so simple and it works perfectly, but I wouldn't expect anything less from Dan Jurgens.
A combination of action scenes to live up to it's title mixed in with just enough personal moments to bring this part of the DC Universe back to life.
If they can keep this up I'm on-board!
Action Comics #958
"PATH TO DOOM" chapter two
Luthor and Superman must put aside their differences and face the common threat of Doomsday, as Jimmy Olsen and the Planet staff try to uncover the truth: who is the man claiming to be Clark Kent?
THEY SAID IT: "Superman is synonymous with the word superhero," says artist Patrick Zircher. "He's the greatest. Drawi...
I was hesitant when I started reading this new take on Archie but I've happily been proven wrong as it perfectly walks that fine line between revamping the Archie universe and still remaining very respectful to the core of these characters.
Mark Waid has always been very good at giving any characters he's worked on their own personality and so far they have been very lucky with artists that
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Archie #9
Archie is forever barred from Lodge Manor! Now Veronica has to live in Archie's world if she wants to see him - and she's turning the whole Andrews family upside-down!
Again, this book is certainly a lot of fun, with a whole smorgasbord of different characters coming together. The artwork is definitely the triumph of this series, I love the painted feel to it and the colouring is great too. The plot is, simple, at the moment at least... but hopefully as we see more of it unfold there might be some interesting twists and turns along the way. I'll certainly be hol more
Detective Comics #935
"RISE OF THE BATMEN" chapter two
Batman and team find themselves in the crosshairs as the villain they've begun hunting turns the tables on them. Batman and Batwoman have the skills to survive, but do their young teammates? Is this where hero training ends in tragedy?
THEY SAID IT: "The ideas are boiling inside my brain," boasts artist Eddy...
Surprise hit of the year. This issue packs a mean punch just like the first one. As the plot builds Im anxious to see what course Nighthawk takes. 2 vigilantes .. Same city.. Something gotta give. The racial overtones may not sit well with some readers but the realness of the comic do far is socially relevant. Im not scared to say that it is more culturally relevant than Black Panther. So far aft more
Nighthawk #2
• 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
We have been dealing with the fact that many people do agree with Sam as the new Captain America for a while now and it continues in this issue as Sam reflects on the loss of Rhodey and the parallels between his new position and Rhodey as Ironman. This issue is an emotional one that tries to show the cost of what Civil War will be. It works as a good tie-in, but the art does not have that same imp more
Captain America: Sam Wilson #10
CIVIL WAR II TIE-IN!
In a time of crisis, Sam is called upon to honor a fallen hero-- and speak to a divided nation. But is anyone listening?
Rated T
Archie (2015)
Comic superstars Mark Waid and Fiona Staples reimagine an icon! Change is coming to Riverdale in this can't-miss kick-off to Archie's new ongoing series! Familiar faces return in new and unexpected ways in this must-have #1 issue! As the new school year approaches, you'd think Archie Andrews would be looking forward to classes and fun-but nothing i...
Aquaman (2016)
"THE DROWNING" chapter one
Black Manta returns, and as Aquaman attempts to broker lasting peace between Atlantis and the surface world, his greatest foe engineers a plan to destroy everything and everyone the undersea hero loves.
THEY SAID IT: "I'm excited to draw a vast undersea world with all the visual flourishes of fantasy and science f...
Action Comics (2016)
"The Last Will and Testament of Lex Luthor"! When Superman's world was reborn, his greatest enemy became his most unexpected ally. But does that truly reflect Lex Luthor-or was it all a sham? Now, as Lex Luthor's path toward righteousness reaches its apex, he finds himself involved in an adventure in which Superman stands to be destroyed. What choi...
Detective Comics (2016)
"Clay"! Here it is: the shocking, heartbreaking origin of Clayface, including his first conflict with Batman! Actor Basil Karlo was on the cusp of fame and fortune...the kind he had dreamed of through his painful childhood...until a accident robbed him of the good looks that took him to the top. But scars don't make you a monster-only the darkness ...