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pure perfection 0
What I ThoughtCover-Where do I even begin? Yanick Paquette drew this beauty. I am in love with this cover! Red, Yellow, and Green are the dominant colors while in all-black across the top we have the name of the title. Mister Miracle has always used these colors but with Shilo Norman, a black man wearing them they become a potent and powerful symbol. For the uninformed Red, yellow, and green, are the traditional colors of the flag of Ethiopia and it has been adopted globally to represent Pan-Af...
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Nice start! 0
What I ThoughtJason Aaron writer and Ed McGuiness give us a world without Avengers. Blade tries to find his teammates in this altered world but everyone has been altered to fit into this new reality. Blade realizes that the world was changed because Captain America was never discovered and thus Earth’s mightiest never assembled. In this world, the Squadron Supreme the premiere heroes of Earth. Many subtle changes occur because of this simple fact. Dr Doom is now Dr. Juggernaut, Scarlet Wi...
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Storm and Monet 0
SummaryJean Grey consoles Storm as they have found no possible way to save her life from the techno-organic infection she was subject to months ago. Monet thinks she has a remedy. She and Doug Ramsey recruit Fantomex and this guy from A.I.M to break into “the World” and cure our African Goddess. They are successful after a few battles and Storm is reborn free of her infection just in time for the upcoming Swords of X.The GoodCover- Russell Dauterman shows out with the most awesome S...
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Milestone is back! 0
What I thoughtWhat happened- Virgil is still recovering from the physical and psychological fallout of the Big Bang (SEE Milestone Returns for details). The last time he attacked Hotstreak he almost killed him. No one at school besides his friends Frieda and Richie and Hotstreak knows that he has powers. They are concerned about him but he’s playing it off. At home that night, while the family decides what to do with Virgil he is attacked by Hotstreak. In the ensuing battle, Virgil gains ...
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The X-men take Mars! 0
THEY CAME TO SLAY! The HELLFIRE GALA rages on, but bigger things are afoot a world away. Make no mistake – this is an X-Men book drawn by superstar artist Pepe Larraz. It is absolutely the most important issue of the month.SummaryAt the Hellfire Gala, the mutants of Krakoa and Arrako combine their Omega level powers to fully Terraform the planet Mars.What I thoughtGreat art and considering all that happened was that there are now millions of mutants on mars we know next to nothing about. ...
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Kicking ass and taking names! 0
The GoodArt– Stuart Immonen as usual on this book is delivering top notch groovy-ness in every panel. I’m loving it!Story– Baron Zemo is on the verge of killing All New Captain America who manages to turn the tides before Nomad shows up to save him. Samuel takes down Lucas and his flea infested ship with the aid of his powers. Misty takes down taskmaster. There is a backup plan however with Baron Blood. Batroc shows up for revenge. Nomad deals with Batroc while Samuel tracks d...
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The legend returns! 1
What I thoughtJonboy’s art rocked my socks off from start to finish. I’m assuming the “god” which shows up here is the mother of “Satan” and “god” who used Wanda and Terry Fitzgerald’s twins as their vessels way back in Spawn history. Taking the form of a dog was…..interesting. I enjoyed the reintegration of Al Simmonsinto the titular role of the Spawn series.There are more soft reboots in this book than I can keep up with. First Wand...
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BEST SERIES YOUR NOT READING! 1
What I thoughtI really did dig the cover on this one. The Re-entry of Kevin Brashear into our universe as Blue Marvel and Spectrum looks on. Everything is bathed in blue hues and tones and just looks awesome! I also really liked the art which was stylized an well suited to this high energy tale. Spectrum’s powers also get crazy spotlight as she checks the whole building in the blink of an eye, creates hard light constructs and just all around kicks ass. The budding relationship between he...
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The end of everything! 0
What I thoughtHonestly this just came across as epic beyond words. Hickman had me the moment he took over the avengers line but when INFINITY delivered I could not conceive that things would go up a notch, but it did, and I am so damn grateful! The art courtesy of Esad Rubic is comparable to Sara Pichelli and classic 90’s era Carlos Pacheco. It is simply divine honestly! They of course are complimented by the colors of Ive Svorcina who I’ve never heard about but who is clearly on my...
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Who is #13? 0
The GoodArt- Robert Love brings to life this interesting introductory tale which shines in action and emotional scenes. The colors by Diego Simone and Michelle Davies also add a dynamism thank to lighting and contrast that truly brings the entire package together in a beautiful way.Story- This tale published by Dark Horse Comics takes place in another dystopic future. This one is the result of a scientist who created a virus which mutated the homosapien race into mutant creatures. An amnesiac ...
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Conflict resolved? 0
The Good Cover- This month Clayton Crain delivers a slick and poignant cover. This one has an all white background while Ninjak holds a sword to the throat of Toyo Harada who is bloody and beaten between his legs. I dig it allot! Art- Doug Brathwaite’s art is gorgeous yet surprisingly subtle. While the action flows seamlessly and the bodies are all distinct and shapely it’s in the small things that it truly shines. On the opening page as Livewire and Harada walk away from the vault ...
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Introducing the Blue Marvel's evil son?! 0
The Good Art- Valerio Schiti is still here on art and he’s seen some improvement. There is now a clear distinction between the more senior Blue Marvel and the more middle aged She Hulk and Monica while Ava is clearly a teenager. Black Heroes- Roll call: Luke Cage our fearless leader is here! Monica Rambeau, Ava Ayala, Power Man and the mighty Blue Marvel are also here.Villain- I’ve been dying to see the Blue Marvel’s kids for quite awhile now. I never expected any of them to b...
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The best book your not reading! 0
The GoodCover- This month continues the Batwing trend of a cover predominantly of blue hues. Batwing and his costume are almost completely black except for his bring blue glowing insignia. It’s simple yet effective and really sticks out on the comic stands.Art-Eduardo Pansicca is still on art and it appears to be one of his best illustrated issues yet.Emotion- Luke is a man out f control and out for vengeance. His life, this life he has longed for has finally resulted in tragedy. He thoug...
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Worth Every Dollar! 0
The GoodArt- It’s been well established already that Eduardo Pansica’s art is consistent, sharp, clean yet detailed and well suited to the high octane action.Story- Luke escapes from the subterranean fish monster. He rescues a man from the “speaker heads”. After bartering his way into a disguise he is lead into an ambush under the pretense that he’s getting info on his sister’s location. He manages to capture the leader of the Anubis gang “Mother of Anu...
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Dull and boring 0
The GoodFamily- I enjoyed the moments between James, his father and his niece.Black Hero- James Rhodes is back in the saddle but this time as the Iron Patriot.New Mission- James is no longer on kill missions but is now a symbol of American peace. That’s cool I guess.Opening- The best part of the entire issue was the foreshadowing that James Rhodes will have a close to death situation involving an enemy in a power suit. It set a dark and somber mood in the first few pages. The BadCover- N...
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The tragedy of Blue Marvel 0
The GoodArt- Greg land has taken time off the last few issues to clearly put together this gorgeous issue. There are a few hiccups but for the most part this is a good looking book (Yeah I said that about Greg Land’s art).Story- Ronin talks with Kaluu in his safe house before being attacked by Ninja Were-snakes. In the battle the safe house explodes. Elsewhere the unstable Kevin Brashear puts the whole world in danger. Blue Marvel is unable to do anything about the situationBlack Heroes- ...
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Smooth flight! 0
The GoodCover- Smooth, slick and hot are the best words to describe Skyman #1 illustrated by Freddie Williams II and Dan Scott. It is worlds above the interior colors and art that much is for sure!Interior Art- Manuel Garcia’s art is distinctive and they are complimented by the deep dark pen lines of ‘Bit’. The contrast of the deep darkness of these inks really allows the colors by Marta Martinez to bring Manuel’s art to glorious life. Story- Talk about opening with a ba...
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Betrayed by the Government! 0
The GoodCover- A simply gorgeous and striking image on the stands, as a Arabian inspire architecture of Cairo burns below Skyman and his striking Blue and White costume, with civilian in hand soars to the sky. I love it!Art-Manuel Garcia’s art is better than last issue; it’s not as jagged or rough. Compared to DC and Marvel’s art it lacks certain smoothness but the inks and colors really do give it a unique look.Story- Reid remembers a few years back when he was a pilot. In th...
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Betrayal! 0
View scans and reviews here! The GoodCover- The luscious Ms. Frost clad in black in her diamond form. The use of red to contrast the black and white gives a distinctive look to this one on the stands.Emma Frost- My dear sweet, broken Emma how I love thee regardless of what may have transpired during Avengers Vs X-men; In this issue we finally have feedback on where the hell Emma’s mind about the aftermath of AVX. Bendis gets into her mind about the “cheating on Scott” with Namor and confessing ...
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Join the Revolution! 0
View scans here! The GoodNew Costumes- Bachalo is the man best suited to illustrate the Uncanny X-men’s new digs. Cyclops all red suite is sleek and sexy, Magneto’s almost pope like white costume is a radical departure from his purple and red ensemble, let’s not even mention Emma Frost’s all Black sexy back and Magik’s Britney spears inspired midrift + spikes. These all look great!Cover-The standard cover has Cyclops in the foreground decked out in red while his team in black and white flank hi...
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Truth Tea! 0
View scans here! The goodHigh profile- Can I just say how Cyclops is literally rocking the hell out of being public enemy #1 with the use of all the new technology on the streets. This issue we have him give an impassioned speech in front of a great many viewers which will no doubt end up on youtube and the news making him even more of a hero to all those with mutant pride. Sure wolverine has the quite school like pristine at Jean Grey’s but those who are looking to change the world will no doub...
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All out action! 0
Scans and other reviews available here! The GoodArt- Fabrizio Fiorentino does his best work yet as he highlights killer action, the sexy and seductive Dawn and everything has this stylized tinge I’m going to surely miss.Cover- Well this is the last hurrah for David Zavimbe before the all new status Quo sets in. This cover shows David cradling Matu Ba as his new enemy bares down on him from above his suit and base in shambles around him.New status quo- here’s hoping that with this issue marking t...
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Begining and End..... 0
You can view this review and others on my Blog with a few scans here! The GoodDavid Zavimbe- Our departing hero gets a very cool sendoff this issue, his badassness was turned to maximum as he kicked guys in the nuts, electrocuted others, knocked out teeth etc. I’m gonna miss you David, it was an awesome thrill ride of an experience watching you try and clean up your home in Africa from both behind the cape and as a policeman.Cover- This cover is awesome in every sense of the word! It shows a def...
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Bloody Good Start!! 1
You can view scans from this issue here!The GoodArt- Stuart Immonen is on art duty and he delivers big time! There is a subtle difference in how he illustrates modern day Scott and the teenage “Slim” version which I really dig as well as the strangely similar jaw line of furry Beast and his furless teenage self.Motivation- By starting the story off with Beast undergoing yet another mutation and him fearing that he may be at death’s door, he’s trying to do something meaningful before he dies and ...
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Hypricrisy at it's worst! 3
Scans and Summary can be found hereThe GoodConsequences- Here we see Wolverine and his students attempt to aid Wakandan and almost get shot because he’s so dumb. Storm also tells us she’s now a criminal in Wakanda because she chose her team over her husband/king and subjects.Cyclops is carted off to jail by mutant haters and placed in a mutant only wing. His physical abuse at their hands is a prime example of what Magneto, Emma Frost and Scott have been spouting for awhile. They will NEVER accep...
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Beautiful characterization for John Stewart 0
View Summary and Scans can be viewed hereThe GoodArt- Everything looks good, solid lines and dynamic colors.Characterization- John and Kyle are my two favorite lanterns and this issue spotlights why John is held in such high regard. Here John’s heart weighs heavy over the death of the rookie lantern at his hands as well as the grief of the lantern’s family. John more so than any other lantern has a life filled with tragedy. Every time he makes a hard decision of screws up someone dies…or a plane...
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Race relations break down nightmare! 0
View Summary and Scans HereThe GoodStory- despite the wafer thin concept this issue poses many moral questions. The Avengers have not had allot of experience with the phoenix force so I understand their perception that it’s a purely destructive force. The X-men have a more intimate knowledge and relationship with the force. They have seen it destroy and create life (they had Jean, the cookoo’s, Rachel etc all wield the power for both good and bad). This is typified in the exchange between Scott ...
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Underwhelming 0
View Summary and Scans HereThe GoodArt-Gorgeous stuff from start to finishCover- Wanda and Hope, real smoking hot cover!Creation vs Destruction- One is the force which destroyed the mutant race the other maybe it’s salvation. What does this storyline hold for both? Guess we have to stick around to find out!Villains- Puff Adler is a mutant? Good times! I love when the serpent society is used, sure they get defeated but I really dig them!The BadRehash- The Pheonix? Again? Supeheroes fighting each ...
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A perfect end to an awesome opening arc! 0
Summary and scans can be viewed hereThe GoodCover-Awesome looking cover as Batwing and the Bat Fam circle in on the mass murdering MassacreAction-Plenty of action to keep everyone happyReveal- So as originally suspected Massacre is Batwing’s brother. Things did not play out as expected which made this issue very exciting. The bigger reveal was the identity of the real villain behind the whole thing, the very man who financed and provided equipment to the Kingdom, Josiah Kone.Misdirection-Despite...
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Too violent for it's own good 1
Summary and Scans hereThe GoodArt- The opening page had a great throwback feel while the rest of the book drawn by Eric Jones is stylized with dynamic colors that add to the intensity of every scene.Story- Literally a world in which children now rule, action, sex and wanton violence to follow I’m sure. The mystery of what defeated the heroes and it’s imminent arrival on earth is intriguing to say the least! I’ll certainly stick around to see where things are headed!Characters- The personalities ...
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Badly Paced 0
Summary and scans hereThe GoodCover- Both covers covers look good.Premise- The New Orleans setting may be cliche for a voodoo setting but the history the book is clearly trying to connect with suggests this could make for an interesting read.Art-Denis Cowan of Milestone fame is back in top form, fans of his style will be pleased.The BadPacing- It’s off, I’ve read the book three times hoping each time it would flow better but instead I can’t help but wonder why the chase scene was used to open th...
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Wrong names and bland characterization! 2
Summary and Scans can be viewed hereThe GoodChocolate- Ok so Gambit’s new favorite female-late flavor is chocolate. First there was the flirtation and shared kiss with Frenzy now he’s clearly making a pass at Cecilia Reyes.Cecilia Reyes- Nice to see her back in any capacity since she’s so underused. There’s a nice nod to recent stories with X-23 and Gambit. Some not very accurate depictions of her time with the x-men as well but I’m so Cece deprived I’m willing to roll with it.The BadSay what?- ...
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Cyborg is born! 0
View Summary and scans hereThe GoodCover- The two covers by Jim Lee are gorgeous.Art- Jim Lee still turns in some of the best art in the business, simply gorgeous!Story- The first threat and formation of the Justice League is complete with all the members making an appearance.Action- This issue ramps up the action big time with the fight carrying the whole comic from start to finish. I like the dialogue and the new spin on these classic characters.The BadCover- The Alternate cover is hideous!The...
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The Fight 0
View Summary and scans hereThe GoodOrigin- I must admit this new origin for Cyborg has me very interested and anticipating his technology coming out of this. Before he was an advanced cybernetic being largely earth based. Here he appears to have ties to Darkseid’s Apokalips technology. Huge upgrade! Can’t wait to see how this plays out.Splash pages- This issue made great use of Splash pages to highlight the action.Family-Cyborg is easily the most human of all the Justice League thus far and unde...
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Behold the new Justice League 0
View Summary and scans hereThe GoodCover- Gorgeous! Jim Lee’s style is perfectly suited to the larger than life characters of the Justice League and don’t get me started on how cool Cyborg looks!Sombre tone-DC has taken a page out of marvel’s post civil war line up and re-created the dc universe as abhorrent to superheroes and vigilantes. It works wonders in injecting freshness in to the otherwise “stale” DC comics of couple months ago. Sure I miss old continuity and sure most of my dc collectio...
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Spider Misty 0
View Summary and scans hereThe GoodCover- Our trusty band of “heroes for hire” with six arms each attacking lady love Misty Knight who has the juiciest Beyonce booty front and center of the page, I like!Interior art-courtesy of Kyle Hotz hits all the right notes, particularly Misty knightthis illustration which is super sexy.The BadRelevance- Just like every other side tale in a company wide crossover this tale has no bearing on the main story whatsoever.The Ugly2.5/5...
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Sorry I'm staying on Utopia! 0
View Summary and Scans HereThe GoodCover-I liked the simplicity of the cover, the team on a blood red background.Humour- Sure word vomit was everywhere but we also got a fair bit of humor throughout which kept the boredom to a minimum.Sheer Lunacy- I get the obscure angle this book is taking with Wolverine as Headmaster, Kitty Pryde as headmistress etc and clearly this line of x-men books will be run under the premise of these characters growing into these roles BUT the practicality of it is los...
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Terrible! 0
View Summary and ScansThe GoodCover-Gorgeous illustration of Bishop with his new Bionic arm with shadowy figures from his past in the backgroundBishop- We finally find out why Bishop Hates hope Summers so much and get the details on the details of his tragic and highly traumatic past.Family- Introduction of Bishops parents Kadee and Burnus has been a long time comingTraumatic- One thing was made abundantly clear Bishop valued his family above all else and the trauma of losing his parents and gro...
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Hello Villain...are you for Hire?! 0
View Summary and scans hereThe GoodArt-Renato Arlem does good work for this issue turning in the best illustration of T’challa we’ve had since Black Panther vol.4 ended!Black Panther- T’challa under a new writer! Oh the possibilities! DNA handle his use in heroes for hire so well I would be willing to give up the current ongoing Black Panther just to have him as a regular cast member of the heroes for hire team.Story- Very accessible and easy to understand storyThe BadEnd- Sorry boys and girls b...
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Leaving the X-men 0
View Summary and scans hereThe GoodCover- Absolutely breathtaking cover art by Mark BrooksStory- Very simple and to the point, the issue serves to remove Cloak and Dagger from the X-men and finally answer the question of whether or not they are mutants. Stuart Moor handles this in a very quick and decisive manner within the very first few pages but also adds layers to what would otherwise be a cut and dry answer. Both Cloak and Dagger want different things, it’s always been a trademark of these ...
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