THAT is a cliffhanger.  So a couple of quibbles aside, this was another great chapter. We see the Brainiac plan actualized. We learn Luthor knows the secrets Brainiac is hiding. Supergirl and her mini-squad are out there continuing the fight. Read Full Review

House of Brainiac continues to race toward act three with a tense issue that shows off exactly how dangerous the villain isand brings the story back to one of the very first post-Rebirth events that Williamson was involved in. Read Full Review

Superman #14 is essential reading if you're following "House of Brainiac" with pulse-pounding action, good plot progression, and a nice mix of characters popping into the story. So far, this story has been so good, I'm surprised it wasn't their summer event. Read Full Review

The pacing of the story has been well timed between Superman and Supergirl's separate involvements, keeping the reader constantly engaged. The art is simply fantastic and moves the story effortlessly from page to page. Read Full Review

With deceptions abound, Superman finds himself in front of a new evil that he might not be able to stop. Williamson constructs an incredible read with action and answers filling the bill. The art team elevates the conflicts and challenges to new levels. A new threat to the DCU has arrived and fans might not be ready for whats next! Read Full Review

After this setup, it seems like Williamson has a real challenge coming up with a resolution that isn't overly simplistic. Hopefully, he can finish the story as it's been an entertaining Superman event that hasn't overstayed its welcome. Read Full Review

Superman #14 cranks up the action, the twists, and the wow moments to give readers a fast-paced superhero comic. Williamson keeps the story moving with meaningful developments, albeit with a frustrating misstep in the mystery behind Brainiac's motivations, and the art looks fantastic. Read Full Review

Superman #14 brings the third part of the House of Brainiac story and things are heating up. While Superman is facing off with Lobo who's turned traitor to no one's surprise, Brainiac finalizes his preparations for the creation of the Brainiac Queen. Naturally, the art, pacing, and dialogue are good for the most part, and the action is great, but it's Brainiac Queen that's worrying. Sadly, Joshua Williamson doesn't have the best track record recently with making new characters with staying power or distinction aside from Flatline, especially villains. But this story's been good so far, so here's hoping he delivers with Brainiac Queen in the next part. Read Full Review

Sandoval and Mendonca deliver some great art throughout the issue. The visuals are beautifully detailed and perfectly capture the tone of the story. Read Full Review

House of Brainiac is shaping up nicely. New villain shows right off the bat that she is a badass. Hopefully they explain more the tech of what Brainiac did to make the Queen. Fun panels early too with Lobo v Superman. Lot of good stuff with Lex in here too, loving the way Williamson has written Lex.

The “House of Brainiac” event continues in what was probably my least favorite issue of the event so far. However, it was still an enjoyable read w/ some epic moments!

One of the highlights is the artwork, which continues to impress. Sandoval & Mendonça’s illustrations are dynamic & engaging, w/ two awesome splash pages early on showcasing Superman & Lobo’s battle. The light/elemental effects throughout the book are also really cool design elements that add depth to the scenes. Alejandro Sánchez’s vibrant color palette makes each individual environment unique, particularly the dark tones of Brianiac’s ship.

However, the issue’s pacing feels a bit disjointed, w/ too many plot threads competing for attention. Superman’s capture & delivery to Brainiac, Supergirl & Lex’s meeting Vril Dox, Lena Luther’s brief reappearance, & Brainiac’s awakening his new creation all feel like chess pieces being moved into place for the next phase of the event. While this setup is necessary, it makes the issue feel a bit like a transitional moment rather than adding to the event.

My bigger gripe is Lobo & the Czarnians becoming the typical caricatures, though they do become literal “filler” by the end. I would have loved to see more of that final scene. It had the potential to be epically brutal, but we only got a glimpse of it. Those two pages were awesome though!

Overall, this was still a good installment in the “House of Brainiac” event. While it has its flaws, the artwork & some standout moments make it worth reading. I’m looking forward to seeing how the all unfolds further next in Action Comics #1066. more