When a comic book truly utilizes the medium a masterpiece like Batman and Robin #18 is created. For any writer to evoke a sense of loss this devastating is truly incredible. A perfect score is awarded to the best collaboration between Tomasi and Gleason on a Batman title.

Even though Fraction's run on Defenders is an underappreciated gem it is not one to be missed by anybody. Do yourself a favor and read this series.

Guardians Of The Galaxy 0.1 will haunt your dreams and leave you incredibly excited for the next issue. In serialized storytelling where a new issue is published monthly there is nothing more that you could possibly ask from a series. Get in on this Comic Book from the ground floor and discover this new cosmic side of the Marvel Universe.

Cyclops escaping from prison so soon is a jarring transition, but if he indeed is serving as the antagonist for the book then Bendis indeed has a lot to play with. The two new mutants introduced are also endearing. The ending of the comic, which features the original X-Men being sucked out of time makes for an interesting dynamic between characters. Fortunately we need only wait a few weeks for the continuation of the story. Overall this is an incredibly solid issue even if it offers little in the way of surprise.

The content of the comic while wordy is still fantastic. The classic X-Men are very naive and scared. The notion of innocence being swept away into the future is great. Examining the ramifications on Wolverine and seeing him being put to sleep like commonplace dog is a shining moment in the script. The two Icemen also have a scene stealing moment when they look into each others eyes. The classic X-Men also think that Utopia is heaven itself. Then they steal a Quinjet and are whisked away into another adventure. With the impending doom that is present day Cyclops next issue and the fun to be had in this issue as well this series is highly recommended.

In spite of that fact this issue is simply great. Emma Frost arguing with Cyclops about her stance on the state of things in the Marvel Universe is enchanting. Magneto finding the true intentions within a lying Cyclops is also a deep introspective and engaging character moment. Another incredibly smart idea is enhancing the mutations for all of the X-Men in general. Even though an X-Men may not believe this, it is an inherent fact that a power or mutation would be an extent of an individuals personality. During an interview Bendis stated that regardless of what people think when going through a drastic change in your life your appearance changes along with you. Knowing the costumes of the Cyclops team of X-Men will soon change seems incredibly appropriate. The present and future are finally looking bright for readers of X-Men this title is every bit as exciting as we could have hoped for. Although for the X-Men themselves dark times lie ahead.

Once again the gorgeous visuals that Immonen renders only turns the comic into a truer work of art. All New X-Men is a can't miss title for any fan of the current Marvel Universe.

Then to top off this spectacular issue the audience is treated to the return of Mystique and the Raven in possible a more intimate manner. This story angle is touched on in the cover to next months issue of the title. With Marquez staying on art and Bendis staying on scripting duties for this marvelous comic readers have nothing to worry about anytime soon.

"The Comic Book History of Animation" #1 spins a bleak narrative about the desperation of early animation pioneers.

The rest of the issue centers on a meeting between Tony Stark and Steve Rogers discussing the future of the Avengers. It is a flashback to the past and a tried and true concept of putting a huge team together. While issues like this frustrate some the motivation of each character joining the Avengers should be appreciated. Something that will interest most readers is the strange elusive Avengers machine in which the characters spoke of. A clever reader might refer back to this specific arc of Avengers being called Avengers world and wonder if the Avengers machine ties into the idea or story arc. While many fun character moments are had this issue slowed things down a bit and smelled the roses of the first issue. However there is no need to worry until next month. For now enjoy this era of Avengers written and drawn by forward thinking people.

Final Verdict: 9.0 " “Avengers Forever” #2 offers a dizzying Avengers revelation that evokes the greatness of the original series!

The ghosts of Steve's past return in "Captain America #1!

"Daredevil: Woman Without Fear" #1 feels more like a derivative Daredevil issue rather than a special event tie-in story.

The morose script and art of Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #3 captures the promise of a dark event storyline.

Final Verdict: 9.5 " “Eternals” #1 masterfully ressurects a dormant Marvel franchise bursting with potential.

"Eternals #11 gracefully ignites the flames of Judgment Day!

"Eternals: The Heretic #1 enriches the main story with additional context and vivid art.

"Inferno" #1 is the most foreboding comic book event debut issue you will read all year.

The experimental art and intriguing narrative in "Ninjak" #1 makes for one of the best Valiant comic books of the modern era.

Robin #14 challenges readers with a large cast of characters and meticulous script.

Unzip your preconceived notions and enjoy the "Sex Criminals: Sexual Gary Special!"

"The Other History of the DC Universe" #3 is an unflinching look back on the life of an important DC hero.

While The Scarlet Witch whisked away all of the Avengers and killed many mutants, her persecution by the X-Men feels slightly heavy handed. However, the animosity between Rogue and Scarlet Witch leads to formidable dialogue. The slap delivered by Rogue is a bit much and paints her character in a strangely immature light. Thankfully an explosion bursts out which features the fantastically creepy group of villains brought to fruition by Remender's twisted mind. The last page is a haunting cliffhanger that will give a good scare. If this debut is any indication of what Uncanny Avengers will be then we may have something special among the Avengers titles.

"Transformers: Till All Are One Annual" #2 finally strikes the perfect balance between the intrigue of a post-Starscream Cybertron and the politics of robots.

The Green Lantern franchise has continued to evolve into something rife with potential and incredible. Geoff Johns along with writers Pete Tomasi and Tony Bedard have made this side of the Green Lantern universe endlessly exciting. Artist Doug Mahnke has crafted very unique imagery that will stick with the franchise in this next evolution and for years to come

This issue of Green Lantern was very effective in setting up the endgame of the series and still remaining interesting.

"House of X" #4 carries pulse-pounding action, beautiful art and a massive amount of comic book death.

"House of X" #6 carries the answers you crave and asks a few fascinating questions along the way.

"Lucifer" #1 excels thanks to an excellent set of pencils paired with a grounded script and sharp sense of humor.

The cutthroat violence of "Suicide Squad" #2 will haunt my nightmares until the next issue comes out.

"Archie 1941" #1 is a modest and sobering representation of the early days of Archie Andrews.

"Immortal X-Men #11 features adept characterization and hints at greater consequences for Sins of Sinister.

"Legion of X #6 uses the confines of a crossover to flesh out critical character beats with precision.

"Moon Knight #12 is the cathartic release of meticulous planning.

"New Mutants" #2 is irreverent, intergalactic bliss.

"Spider-Man: Life Story Annual" #1 is able to capture an entire lifetime of a Spider-Man supporting cast member with a refreshing level of honesty.

Continued below(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Final Verdict: 8.5 " “Aquaman” #44 pays off huge questions while enriching the mystery of Arthur's new status quo.

"Aquaman #49" provides the subtext that will carry the title to a climactic anniversary issue.

With the most focused and concise issue to date, "Cave Carson Has An Interstellar Eye" #1 has reached an unprecedented level of quality.

"Cover" #1's gorgeous artwork and strange sense of humor make the title a wonderful addition to Jinxworld!

"Cover" #6 is a poignant finale to a wonderful mini-series.

"Fall of the House of X #4 has a moment for every X-Men fan.

"Firefly: Brand New Verse" #1 expands the world of a beloved property in a whole new context.

Final Verdict: 8.5 The bleak, psychological aesthetic from “Knight Terrors: Detective Comics” #2 captures the full potential of DC's “Knight Terrors” premise.

With Frazer Irving coloring and inking his own art there isn't a panel in the comic book that looks strange. His art is extremely consistent and colored in a superb fashion. The only true nitpick of his style is the fact that the images lack fluidity in most cases. In the sense that they seem static as if nothing is moving.The series has already built a strong foundation in a big important villain, if execution can stay this dynamic we could be looking at the He-Man reboot that finally sticks.

The Black Panther goes through a character arc in these mere 24 pages. He starts a man skeptical to the ways of Steve Rogers and the rest of these New Avengers but leaves with a sense of purpose. A new villain shows up and threatens the nation of Wakanda while leaving the Panther nothing short of desperate. The Panther fails to even pursue the evil pair of unnamed super villains that threatened his home. Hickman impresses further by giving the book a touch of graphic design which makes his comic feel cinematic. Pages like the reveal of the name of his first New Avengers arc not only are a well placed breath from the story but also serve as a stunning sight to behold. Many Marvel books could take away some of these new sensibilities from Hickman. Overall New Avengers #1 is a stunning book to behold and a Marvel Now! book to watch in the future.

Playing up Marvel Now! continuity and referencing the death of Charles Xavier is nothing short of genius. I look forward to this current band of New Avengers going to the ends of the universe to find the hiding spot of the last infinity gem and assembling the one and only infinity gauntlet. Luckily we have Jonathan Hickman and Steve Epting taking us along on their ride through the impossible.

Steve Epting, Frank D Armata, and Rick Magyar once again convey the bleak world of New Avengers in an interesting way. The art sells many of the very dark and dramatic scenes of the issue. The black backgrounds are very eerie, and the characters demand your attention when they speak behind them. The Black Panthers eyes always contain a creepy, unsettling blue that Armata makes interesting. At times faces can look somewhat strange coming from Epting. All around the art team continues their consistently stellar job on the title.

"Suicide Squad" #2 is a personal and wacky exploration of DC Universe criminals in a covert setting.

"Suicide Squad" #7 is a strong deconstruction of Floyd Lawton as a hero and father.

"Suicide Squad" #11 is a near-perfect finale for a series brimming with humor and espionage.

"Superman #2 showcases an incredible number of villains without feeling repetitious.

"The Question: The Deaths of Vic Sage" #2 presents a horrifying lesson for Vic Sage to learn about himself.

"Thor" #3 is another solid chapter for the new direction in the Odinson's continuing adventures.

"Thor" #6 is an essential Marvel issue that will leave readers talking for months.

"Age of X-Man: The Marvelous X-Men" #1 brings an unsettling level of intrigue and paranoia to the 'Age of X-Man' crossover.

"Astonishing X-Men" #2 is a wild journey into the astral plane worthy of the "WTF" cover.

"Astonishing X-Men" #5 will keep readers guessing until the final page and hits an emotional high with both of the dual storylines"what else can you ask from a serialized comic book?

"Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty #9 is a clever issue that distorts the reality of Captain America to deliver one of the most fascinating issues of the series to-date!

"Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty #11 concludes a decisive battle and teases an upcoming crossover story with enthusiasm.

Dark Web: X-Men #3 offers an unexpected resolution for a key piece of Marvel's Dark Web crossover.

"Far Sector" #3 gracefully executes an ambitious premise through clear artwork and scripting.

For devoted DC Comics readers "The Flash" #46 is a delightfully dense continuity paradox centered around Wally West.

"The Flash" #48 is a heartfelt next chapter into the 'Flash War' storyline with a powerful finale.

"The Flash #73" is a frenetic comic book that fills in some of the gruesome details behind Barry Allen's first days as The Flash.

"The Flash" #776 dissects the entire medium of comics with a powerful collaboration.

The Flash #784 utilizes the best aspects of the entire Flash franchise to tell a strong story.

"The Green Lantern" #3 is a weird, wild and wonderful exploration Hal Jordan's morality.

"The Green Lantern" #7 delves deep into a heady sci-fi concept with spooky aliens and beautiful art.

"The Green Lantern" #10 prepares the series for an endgame with a legion of Multiversal Green Lanterns.

"The Green Lantern" #12 refocuses the series to deliver a chilling final battle and cliffhanger.

"Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt" #2 is a wildly creative and beautifully rendered sci-fi superhero story.

"Ronin Island" #1's compelling script and artwork kick off the series on the right foot.

"Sabrina The Teenage Witch" #2 explores several important plot points from the debut and features a solid cliffhanger.

Tales of Suspense #100 is filled with espionage and Hawkeye's trademark sense of humor.

"Tales of Suspense" #101 is a fantastic second outing for the series only slightly marred by a predictable ending easily forgiven thanks to beautiful artwork and an amusing sense of humor.

"The Department of Truth" #2 digs deeper into the fractured mind of Cole Turner and reveals his fondness for pancakes.

Williams and March bring out the dark side of the DC Universe that you've been waiting for!

"The Wild Storm" #1 succeeds where others have failed with great character interaction and dynamic art, but the creative team arguably bit off more than they could chew with a huge supporting cast of characters.

"The Wild Storm" #5 pulls disparate threads of the past few issues together to show off the fascinating ensemble cast filling out this great new series.

"The Wild Storm" #9 switches up the series' familiar formula for a thrilling and violent diversion.

"The Wild Storm" #15 pushes the boundaries of comics with a wild action sequence you can't miss!

Continued below(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Final Verdict: 8.4 " "The Wild Storm" #22 doesn't sacrifice great character sequences for bombastic superhero action.

Cates and Burnett's Cosmic Ghost Rider #1 gives the fan-favorite hero his time in the spotlight!

"Cosmic Ghost Rider" #2 is another wonderfully absurd entry into the series.

"Deathstroke" #20 executes the first steps of a new status quo and paints a bleak picture of the Wilson family along the way.

Final Verdict: 8.5 " “Deathstroke” #25 is an anniversary issue loaded with fascinating story elements and action that make the issue and series prove why this milestone has been earned.

"Deathstroke" #44 melds recent DC continuity with the irreverent and bleak tone of past installments with great effect.

DC's latest chapter of "Green Arrow #3 starts answering questions about the mysterious status quo of Oliver Queen!

The Namor-focused story of "Sub-Mariner: Marvels Snapshot" #1 carries bold art and solid writing that adds nuance to one of the original Marvel heroes.

Outsiders #1 utilizes clever dialogue to launch an ambitious new series.

"Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man Annual" #1 carries an innovative and hilarious main feature worth the price of admission.

"Venom" #5 fleshes out the backstory of the symbiotes and new villain with an incredible amount of suspense.

Venom #20 is an endearing comic book that moves Eddie Brock into the next status quo with intrigue.

Venom #28 expands the scope of the series while telling an endearing storyline.

"Wonder Girl" #6 charts an important moment in Yara Flor's development.

The "Suicide Squad/Banana Splits Annual" #1's wild, irreverent tone will demand your attention thanks to the beautiful art and surreal writing.

"Super Sons/Dynomutt and Blue Falcon Special" #1 is equal parts heart-wrenching and horrifying yet always fascinating!

I really like Waid's direction and Saiz's artwork, but I hope the team establishes a strong supporting cast and a more compelling emotional hook in the issues to come.

"Doctor Strange" #10 is a wonderful celebration of the hero worthy of the milestone numbering placed on the cover.

Flashpoint Beyond #2 continues exploring a dark and violent world from DC's past.

"Justice League Dark" #3 is a creepy, strongly written and drawn conclusion to the eventful "The Last Age of Magic" storyline.

"Justice League Dark" #24 resolves key character moments resourcefully while leading up to an impending battle.

"She-Hulk" #2 opens up an intriguing noir element into the series.

"X-Men" #9 provides a pulse-pounding script with sleek art and a cliffhanger that will leave you counting the days until the release of the next issue.

"X-Men" #21 celebrates the best parts of Krakoa and teases the future of the mutants.

"X-Men" #1 is a carefully paced issue bursting with intrigue about the X-Men's intergalactic efforts.

The unexpected tension between heroes in X-Men #21 is puzzling but complex.

X-Men #33 is a clever issue breaking up the monotony of recent issues by setting the action in Madripoor.

Men" #34 finds clever ways to navigate a few lingering plot threads for the ongoing series before the final curtain falls on Krakoa.

X-Men: Red #1 is an expertly-drawn and tightly scripted next step for the line.

While "X-Men Red" #7 only advances the plot slightly, the issue's unrelenting pace and action sequences are sublime.

"Black Magick" #7 is a back-to-basics issue of the series catching readers up to the series' supporting cast while promising some big moments in the near future.

"Black Magick" #14 is subtle and haunting.

Jason Aaron's Thor saga has been the strongest take on the character since J. Michael Straczynski's " an issue proving that Jane Foster is just as interesting as Thor herself.

While this issue is perfectly accessible to new readers of The Mighty Thor, why would you want to miss an issue of my favorite Marvel comic currently on the stands?

"The Mighty Thor" #18 is still an effortlessly fantastic series made stronger (and stranger) this week with the epic scope and inclusion of Quentin Quire.

THE MIGHTY THOR #20 is a bleak and fascinating new direction for the Thor franchise.

The Mighty Thor #700 is a beautifully illustrated and written anniversary issue which celebrates why readers love Marvel's Gods of Thunder.

"The Mighty Thor" #701 mixes up the formula with big action that doesn't quite capitalize on the series' consistent level of sustained greatness.

The Mighty Thor #705 is a heartbreaking climax to one of the greatest Thor epics ever told.

The powerful script and wonderful artwork lead The Mighty Thor #706 to the gates of Valhalla and into Marvel's ISSUE OF THE YEAR (so far).

Taylor and Henry examine the complicated morality of the "Injustice: Gods Amongs us property in Adventures of Superman: Jon Kent #5.

I would give the issue a BUY for being so ambitious and endearing with the plot and concept. Marvel should be willing to experiment with established characters like this on a more consistent basis.

The newest installment of "All-New Guardians of the Galaxy" offers readers a deeper look into the tortured mind of Drax the Destroyer.

Brown and Ahmed mine interesting story content from an infamous moment in the past via Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1.

"Ash Vs. The Army of Darkness" #1 finds a brand new aspect of Ash Williams' personality and style while delivering the hits even if it is a little light on the chainsaw hands.

"Astonishing X-Men Annual" #1 is loaded with great visuals and fascinating characterization.

Avengers Standoff is great fun. Pick up this issue and continue reading the Marvel books you've already been reading that are involved in the crossover.

If you missed the middle like me, have no fear and jump in" this is just like the ending of a major Marvel Cinematic Universe film" it reads slick and looks pretty.

"Batman Prelude To The Wedding: Robin Vs Ra's Al Ghul" #1 adds the context for the Selina and Damian relationship missing from the "Batman" ongoing series.

"Betsy Braddock: Captain Britain #1 gives Betsy a focused series that her character needed all along.

"Bishop: War College #1 utilizes remixed elements of mutant continuity to tell a thrilling new X-Men tale.

"Bitter Root" #2 expertly follows-up on the cliffhanger from the debut to widen the scope of the story.

Black Bolt #1 is an exciting new start to a book bursting with lots of untapped potential.

Ward's fully realized insane locales paired with his great facial expressions and composition of the page continues to put me in awe of what this book has achieved with characters so few creators can get right. Black Bolt is so complex and beautiful but every month when I read it, it seems so effortless. Don't make the same mistake I did and miss out on one of the best comics currently published at Marvel!

In the tradition of writers like Jason Aaron, Roy Thomas, Don McGregor, Stan Lee, Reginald Hudlin, Jonathan Hickman and Christopher Priest, Coates is able to channel that classic voice of T'Challa and further expand his world in an exciting and unique within this brand new story arc.

This is a great issue of Black Panther, and while we don't see the hero appear until the end, we know that all the time leading up to clash between Klaw and BP will be worth the set-up. Klaw's collected sociopathy is tangible from the first panel, and though there isn't catharsis to his deeds in this issue, I sense that something truly special will happen in upcoming weeks.

I enjoyed the fact his story mixed up those elements and brought out those ideas but was disappointed in how sort of pedestrian it was. Something I wasn't disappointed in was how each artistic contribution brought something wholly unique and different here. Daniel Acuna's work was majestic and wonderful while Perkins was able to really dig into the finer aspects of Priest's script and Lashley brought out the regal elements of T'Challa in his contributions.

Coates definitely won me over here and showed me what he has learned about comics since he started writing at Marvel. Acuna is a great choice for the issue making the title a BUY for me. This is how you craft a good debut script.

"Black Panther #7 transcends familiar storytelling tropes with thrilling elements of espionage.

Add to the pull box. This is what comics are supposed to be.

"Britannia: Who are About to Die #1" is massive leap forward for the quality of the overall series.

"Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Faith" #1 is a clever reinvention of one of the most interesting Buffy characters with solid writing and artwork.

There's an unprecedented level of fun in Cable #1 that calls for your attention!

The bottom line is that this book is wonderfully crafted with some of the best, most heartfelt flashbacks to Steve's childhood that I have ever read. Spencer has established some really interesting ground to move and shake around Rogers' character and while I can't wait to see what happens next, the author must proceed with caution and add plenty of new layers and aspects of this series to really flesh things out.

"Captain America: Steve Rogers" #15 is an essential piece in Secret Empire that pays off a huge plot thread of the series and features stunning work from Guinaldo, Pina and Spencer.

Carnage #1 is an impressive debut that finds a compelling hook for its protagonist.

Do. Not. Miss. The Marvel Universe is paying off a HUGE storyline in this issue!

"Cosmic Ghost Rider #3 has a great sense of humor and finally pushes the plot of the series forward.

"Dark Days: The Forge" #1 asks the right questions and doesn't give away too much.

"Dark Nights: Death Metal" #4 is an apocalyptic issue that combines several plot threads together to craft a new direction for the event.

This is a great new Inhumans mini-series.

"Death of Hawkman" #6 ratchets up the tension of the series, paying off the journey of previous issues with a deadly conclusion.

"Deathstroke Annual" #1 plays off Deathstroke's corruption of character and explores how he has damaged those surrounding him.

"Dial H for Hero" #5 continues to utilize the history of the DC Universe to tell a thrilling new story about the timeless H-Dial.

"Dick Tracy Forever" #1 is an expertly written and drawn adventure into the world of a noir icon.

Wilson and Gill find a new way to establish Shadowman in the Valiant Universe as Kindt and Ryp get the chance to haunt your dreams.

I'm not sure why Monsters Unleashed hasn't applied this comics' fun and frenetic action to the overly-serious main series.

Doctor Strange #2 tells an intriguing, self-contained story featuring Moon Knight!

Doctor Strange #3 is a subtle issue that avoids cliches with nuanced plot threads.

"Doctor Who: The Thirteenth Doctor: Year Two" #1 packs a clever script and elegant pencils into a non-linear script.

Elektra #1 steals the show thanks to Owens' tortured script and Cabal's lovely art.

I think right now this is essentially Fantastic Four Rebirth and right where these characters need to be at the moment. This issue was adequately grounded for me and had all the feels.

Fantastic Four #2 feels like a first issue and does an excellent job introducing each member of the cast and filling the issue with an unabashed sense of delight. From every conceivable metric of quality, Fantastic Four #2 is excellent.

"Fantastic Four" #3's emotionally potent script is made all the better thanks to the issue's gorgeous artwork.

Fantastic Four #5 is everything you wanted it to be and more thanks to the stellar artwork and scripting.

"Fantastic Four" #13 is a heart-warming and action-packed new installment of the series.

Christina Strain and Amilcar Pinna bring the fun and the weird back into the X-Men with their new take on Generation X and the Xavier Institute for mutants who can't do powers good.

"Generation X" #3 promotes a new team of X-Men to the forefront!

"Generation X" #8 brings equal parts weird, X-Men and drama to hold the book together as one of the most delightful series to emerge from the ResurrXion.

The penultimate chapter of "Generation X" #86 is also the series' finest installment yet!

"Green Lantern: Blackstars" #3 pays off ambitious plotting with an emotional final script.

"Hallows' Eve #1 utilizes plot threads from Spider-Man to characterize Janine Godbe with nuance.

Hulk #1 gives Jennifer's life a new direction and personality and I can't wait to explore more of her post-Civil War II state of mind.

Even with an absurd premise, "Hunt for Wolverine: Weapon Lost" #1 is a delightfully strange tribute to some of the weirdest street-level heroes at Marvel.

Marvel's latest Incredible Hulk #1 series focuses on strong characterization and horror elements to deliver a subversive debut issue.

The Incredible Hulk #3 tests its dual protagonists with tense and horrific scenarios

"Infamous Iron Man" #12 offers a smooth finish to a series-wide storyline and finally delivers on the promise of the strong idea at the core of the book.

All the elements in the story are unwieldy, huge, bombastic and amazing.

This story has entertained me every step of the way. The high points are the interlude and epilogue and I'm fascinated to see how all of this will tie together with the main Guardians plot thread.

Infinity Wars: Prime #1 is the most fun you can have with a Marvel event.

If you are at all interested in seeing the end of a status quo for the Inhumans make sure to pick up this epilogue to Royals.

The Invincible Iron Man #3 manages to balance the tone of the series nicely with dynamic scenes showing how Tony Stark is slowly rebuilding his life.

I read some painfully half-baked and underdeveloped comic book events in 2016. I read storylines that were close to breaking chains of logic or stories that had too many characters or factions of team to convey a focused idea. I read events that were not paced correctly, stories that had nothing new to say about characters and events that missed key moments of drama that would have made an event storyline excel. Inhumans Vs. X-Men has not fallen into any of those traps yet and really has a unique potential to push both franchises forward" and it has wonderful artwork!

Soule and Lemire close out their Inhumans and X-Men event with an emotional finale.

"Justice League: No Justice" #2 is a chaotic, endearing follow-up chapter to DC's ambitious new Justice League storyline.

Kingpin #1 feels like the perfect platform for Rosenberg and Torres in the Marvel Universe. The writer is truly able to channel some dark thoughts into a complex narrative that isn't quite as simple as the character's Civil War II mini-series. Torres gets to utilize style with unsettling psychological horror that will show readers how great of a talent he is in the first place. This Running with the Devil series is a wonderful intersection of art and style in the Marvel Universe.

There's certainly enough goodwill bought in these pages to merit this comic to be a BUY for me. Going forward, I would love for the team to shoot for the moon and keep their strong focus.

Lois Lane" #9 is packed with clever dialogue and serene silent sequences.

"Loki #3 utilizes Marvel's vast mythology to craft an expansive narrative with wonderful art.

"Magnus" #1 shows off a foreboding vision of the future.

"Mary Jane and Black Cat #2 is a great issue that adds so much context to Black Cat and Dark Web!

Mockingbird #1 is overloaded with personality and unique approach to storytelling. I'm tempted to call Cain a rising star over at Marvel, but her fiction output extends into the '90s with a litany of novels" to that extent, I think it makes sense why this comic reads like it's written by someone with confidence even though she has only a few credits in the comics medium.

Moon Knight #1 does a lot of things right, especially in how the comic characterizes the lead hero while asking some interesting new questions about him. The comic takes the impeccable sense of style and presentation that went into the last run and weaves a new story thread out of it. This comic book does not seem like a brand new take on the character that avoids all previous continuity, but it does shake things up within the context of what came before.

Moon Knight #188 was a haunting debut which kept me on my toes with chilling art and a script loaded with surprises.

"Moon Knight" #189 redefines Marc Spector and his personalities while pitting Spector against a captivating new villain.

The issue is an ending, not a beginning. I definitely would not advise anyone to start reading here. I think this is a pretty strong script capping off another interesting Moon Knight run. While I wish some of these runs would be longer.

Ms. Marvel is in a good place right now " author G. Willow Wilson has a great handle on her solo adventures.

This is a strong first showing " I'm happy to read what's next.

For fans of any Logan related ephemera, this book is a winner on so many levels. The art is unparalleled in its sense to break from the norm, the writing conjures and encompasses the best of noir and Yakuza literature, and the little details will keep readers coming back for me. Old Man Logan #31 is a triumph of mainstream comic artistry.

Quicksilver: No Surrender #1 is an entertaining first issue about a complicated protagonist. This series spins out of the events of Avengers: No Surrender, but is still perfectly accessible for new readers (like me), and only briefly mentions previous events before getting into its own story. It's a solid beginning for the series.

"Realm of X #2 is a character-focused follow-up exploring the true intentions of Saturnyne.

Marvel has done a great job adding more subtext to Norman and Peter's relationship but Red Goblin #2 crafts a beautiful layer of subtext between Normie and Norman. "Red Goblin #2 enriches a young character in The Marvel Universe and strengthens relationships from "The Amazing Spider-Man.

"Robin Annual" #1 is a great retrospective on the intriguing supporting cast established for the new series!

The end of Hickman and Weaver's Marvel masterwork will keep you guessing until the final page.

scale return to one of Marvel's most interesting modern story ideas.

Jennifer's relationship with Jack of Hearts is tested in "The Sensational She-Hulk #1!

"The Sovereigns" #1 brings home a pulse-pounding, neo-noir look at a group of classic heroes.

I'm horrified to report that I enjoyed a Spider-Ham comic. I resent the full creative team for crafting a story involving ham with supernatural powers that appealed to me.

"Spider-Man: Life Story" #5 sheds light on the later years of Peter Parker's life as Spider-Man as an older adult.

"Spider-Man: Life Story" #6 reflects the continuity of modern Spider-Man titles in a harrowing new light.

Wonderful art, smart writing and a fulfilling premise.

While this comic is only a one-off, getting the Starman creative team to sign off on a Star Wars ongoing series would be a blessing from the publisher after reading this comic.

Humphries has a unique angle on Star-Lord " Garron's art is lovely.

"Supergirl" #30 addresses a huge character flaw for Kara with a fascinating plot beat.

Superman: Son of Kal-El #11 balances plotting and characterization with the utmost care.

"Superman: Son of Kal-El" #14 utilizes nearly every plot point of the series to head into a thrilling battle.

"Taskmaster" #4 is an irreverent spy story with great pacing.

"Thanos" #7 takes a chance but doesn't commit to the interesting new direction.

"Thanos" #15 has a wicked sense of humor and a bleak outlook on the villain who almost won. Read this book.

Thanos" #18 Smartly closes out a wonderful arc of the series and the Thanos ongoing title. This is a fairly essential read if you interested in this character.

Thanos Legacy features a pair of interesting stories worthy of a BUY for Cates fans looking for the next chapter of the 'Thanos Wins' story.

I liked this issue. I feel like it had lofty goals and a ton of ambition, succeeding on multiple levels.

"The Demon: Hell is Earth" #1 shows off the horror-infused pencils of Brad Walker and introduces Andrew Constant's sharp dialogue writing to the DC Universe.

Brokenshire, Kirkbride and Knave immerse readers in the duality of fantasy and everyday life with a thoughtful tone in "The Once and Future Queen" #1.

"The United States of Captain America" #2 isn't afraid to carve a unique perspective alongside a bombastic superhero narrative.

Highest possible recommendation. Buy it twice.

The Unstoppable Wasp doesn't skip a beat in a second issue loaded with sleek visuals and undeniable charm.

Ultimate X-Men #1 utilizes bold artwork to craft a unique X-Men debut.

Uncanny Spider-Man #2 melds Spider-Man and X-Men concepts together in creative ways.

For hardcore X-Men fans, Uncanny X-Men Annual #1 is a definitive BUY!

"The Vigil #3 captures incredible emotion with beautiful subtlety.

I guarantee this new version of The Vision will keep readers guessing until the last page.

"War of the Realms" #2 carries a majestic art direction and script filled with the tension of Malekith's war.

After recent events in the main Thor title, I was left devastated and wasn't ready for War of the Realms. The event had the difficult task of navigating me towards what was left for the property and did an extremely good job getting us to the final moments of Aaron's Thor run. This entry won me over and has me excited to read the finale of Aaron's Thor.

If you like good comics you like Weirdworld.

"Wild Cards: The Drawing of Cards #4 is finally able to move past the premise and tell a beautiful, character-based story.

Buy this book for solid writing, interesting art, and an intriguing new direction for a beloved character.

"Winter Soldier" #2's grounded and violent narrative shows the progression of Bucky's character in The Marvel Universe.

X Deaths of Wolverine #5 carries major ramifications for an important character.

While this issue is very, very far from perfect, X-Men fans are not going to want to miss this surprising back half of X-Men Blue #1.

X-Men: Grand Design is the type of bold, creator-driven project that Marvel needs right now.

X-Men Red #18 ends a strong series with a blaze of glory!

"Age of X-Man: Nextgen" #2 is a welcomed turning point for the formulaic Age of X-Man crossovers.

"Aquaman: The Becoming" #1 is finally able to identify a place in DC's current continuity for Jackson Hyde.

Final Verdict: 7.9 " “The Batman's Grave” #1 establishes a strong tone and murder case with an inspired visual direction.

"Captain America" #697 slightly mixes up the tone and pace of the book for a more immediate story filled with danger and fantastic artwork!

The main story was fantastic and hit the right emotional beats for me but reading the backup and being disappointed upon closing the issue is definitely not the emotion the comic was trying to elicit from me.

"Captain America" #703 is a heartbreaking look at the terrifying quest for Jack Rogers embarks on to save his son.

The debut of the 'The Seventh Day' lives up to the epic title as Charles Soule finally plays some of his best hidden cards.

Soule and Laming introduce readers into some bleak, introspective territory in "Daredevil" #18, calling on the very core of the blind lawyer.

Final Verdict: 8.4 " “Daredevil” #25 continues to spin a wild new status quo shift directly into the ongoing series and maps out the next phase of the title.

"Daredevil" #27 pushes the story surrounding Blindspot to a tense, nail-biting pressure point further instilling the book's strong sense of tone.

Daredevil #595 stumbles and takes a couple of bombastic leaps of logic in the new storyline which still features fantastic art and the classic current vibe of the book.

"Daredevil" #601 is a fantastic introduction to the new status quo of Matt Murdock's life as the mayor of New York City.

For a story that had a tough job at making some kind of finality and last statement on the character in a really short amount of time, Soule did an excellent job pulling the rug out from underneath readers at the last minute.

"Giant-Size X-Men: Fantomex" #1 unearths a few decades in the life of a mutant thief.

"Incursion" #1 is a strong shake-up to the traditional Tama and Gilad story thanks to an intergalactic twist.

Rise of the Black Panther #1 is a whole lot more fun than your average history lesson.

"Rise of the Black Panther" #2 is a great retelling of Black Panther's origin story with a solid foundation and inconsistent artwork.

Rise of the Black Panther" #5 has a few interesting lessons for T'Challa to learn.

"Shade, the Changing Woman" #1 doesn't change all that much different from the previous series and continues to be one of Young Animal's brightest stars!

"Transformers vs The Visionaries" #1 is a solid next step into the Transformers world, filled with tense political intrigue.

This is without a doubt one of the strongest debuts I have seen from Marvel following 'A Fresh Start.'

"X-23" #3 effortlessly connects the dots from previous issues while adding an impressive level of intrigue to the narrative.

Despite a simplistic plot, "X-23" #8 enriches a complicated family dynamic.

"Batman" #54 is an impressive and emotional exploration into one of the most overlooked aspects of the relationships between Bruce and Dick.

"Batman" #88 comes out of the shadow of the previous run and proves that Tynion and March can collaborate exceptionally well on DC's flagship series.

"Batman" #99 is a solid issue of Batman with the promise of something greater on the horizon.

"Batman: The Detective" #1 finds an intriguing direction for a different kind of Batman.

Final Verdict: 7.8 " "Bitter Root Red Summer Special" #1 explores short stories relating to the property with ambitious new artistic directions.

"The Flash Annual" #2's heavy references to previous continuity will reward longtime Flash readers but may alienate new fans.

Mark Russell and Steve Pugh draw satire out of modern politics to show off Superman's compassion in "Future State: Superman vs. Imperious Lex" #1.

"Future State: Kara Zor-El, Superwoman" #2 contains beautiful art alongside a generic script and strong ending.

If you give Inhumans: The Once and Future King #1 your time and money you will be rewarded by complex writing and art and a fascinating look at the early days of the Inhuman royalty.

While it may not reach the exciting heights of the debut issue, "Inhumans: Once and Future Kings" #2 is still so good the comic will make you care about the Inhumans.

"Legion of Super-Heroes" #1 is a solid introduction to a property brimming with characters.

"Marauders" #8 tells the worse case scenario of a cautionary tale.

"Marauders" #11 has a few great emotional beats with a flimsy plot device undermining the goodwill of the issue.

"Nightwing" #78 moves past recent continuity fumbles to tell an emotionally potent next chapter for Dick Grayson.

"Rom Vs Transformers: Shining Armor" #1 is the first bold example to make an argument for the existence of IDW's shared Hasbro Universe.

"Rom Vs Transformers: Shining Armor" #3 dials up the tension with two groups of villains closing in on the Autobots and Spaceknights.

"Red Sonja" #1 is a unique, intriguing take on the character that sets up an endearing antagonist.

Writer David Pepose and artist Carlos Magno utilize unique elements from their specialized cast to explore a new team of heroes.

Scarlet Witch #3 offers stunning art and an in-depth characterization for Wanda and Lorna.

The dominoes start falling in this meticulously planned issue!

Secret Empire delivers as Spencer and McNiven devote the time and attention to their craft to deliver on the absurd premise baked within this massive crossover.

"Secret Empire" #2 is filled with creativity and passion, getting readers ready of the next steps of the Marvel Universe.

Even with too many artists and a muddled story, "Secret Empire" 6 still has enough great Iron man moments to enchant even the most cynical comics reader with awe.

The tale may be light on surprises but with a story this well drawn containing such a strong emotional punch, I'm willing to look the other way and be happy with how this mega-event turned out. The publisher took one hell of a chance with this comic and watching how the story unfolded proved to be more entertaining than any event since the masterful Secret Wars.

Marvel ushers in a dark new era for Miguel O'Hara in "Spider-Man 2099" #1 despite a puzzling art direction.

filled fun for fans of the original incarnation of the Star Trek and Transformers properties.

Roberts and Lawrence take a middling detour on the Lost Light crews battle to get their ship back.

"Transformers: Lost Light" #5 brings action, great character moments and answers all in the span of one issue in the series thanks to the talent of James Roberts and Jack Lawrence.

"Transformers: Lost Light" #10 is a devastating portrait into the aftershocks of PTSD.

"Transformers Lost Light" #25 is a strong finale to a fan-favorite Transformers title packed with great character beats and resolutions to old plot threads.

The beautiful script in "Valkyrie: Jane Foster" #3 keeps focus despite carrying four different teams of artists.

"Valkyrie: Jane Foster" #10 is an emotional finale to an arc that pushes Jane Foster to her limits as a hero.

"War Of The Realms Strikeforce: The Land Of Giants" #1 is a solid done-in-one issue that adds context to the event.

"Wonder Woman And Justice League Dark: The Witching Hour" #1 is an ambitious and beautiful next chapter of "Justice League Dark" taking on a larger scope.

"X-Force" #22 is a creepy look into a dark mirror of a Swamp Thing-style character interpreted through the world of X-Men.

Waid and Mundo tell a solid one-off story with The Mighty Thor before settling into Secret Empire insanity in Avengers #9!

"Avengers" #11 is full of complex character dynamics and an undying enthusiasm for the mundane.

Avengers #675 may not be the most exciting debut ever but this is an interesting experiment Marvel is taking with the Avengers franchise and I'm excited to see where the publisher could be going next.

Avengers #676 through a ton of plot into the ether and took some big changes"don't miss this one!

"Avengers" #677 is a focused comic providing additional beats with Quicksilver while retaining forward momentum from past issues.

I think this issue is coming from the right place. I think it does the right things and I'm willing to give it the benefit of the doubt and a light BUY mainly because the ending was executed perfectly.

"Avengers" #690 is a charmingly intimate, yet large-scale sendoff for the bulk of the cast up making the weekly 'No Surrender' storyline.

"Buffy" #5 keeps the narrative interesting while the title gears up for an emotional climax.

The elegant interior art and stark script of "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" #13 achieve beauty.

"Buffy the Vampire Slayer" #15 is a passable issue that feels like it is on the cusp of transitioning into a bold comic book again.

"Carnage #2 begins subverting character tropes to tease curious plot developments.

A strong creative team continues to implement a unique vision to DC's "City Boy #3.

City Boy #5 evokes nuanced characterization for Swamp Thing and Cameron Kim.

Doom Patrol #5 continues the wonder and charm this series evoked since the first issue!

"Doom Patrol" #7 is a strong change of pace giving readers a chance to breath in a done-in-one issue featuring the indelible Michael and Laura Allred!

"Doom Patrol" #12 is a touching final chapter to the series that may not deliver everything fans were looking for.

"Electric Warriors" #2 is loaded with pulse-pounding fight scenes and intriguing intergalactic drama.

"Sideways" #2 adds a greater sense of ambition to the series' overall formula from an artistic and scripting standpoint.

"Sideways" #6 is a great new installment featuring an ending that could change Derek's life forever!

"Sideways" #13 is a well-paced, emotional finale that finally delivers on the full potential of the series.

"The Terrifics" #4 is an ambitious shift in scope for the title bearing astonishingly detailed artwork.

"The Terrifics" #14 is an effortlessly endearing and wild send-off for writer Jeff Lemire and artist Joe Bennett's time on the title.

"Action Comics" #993 is crass and absurd but the nostalgic attitude and artwork make for an engaging read.

"Action Comics" #1004 boasts an honest interpretation of Lois and Clark's relationship and beautiful illustration work.

"Action Comics" #1012 enriches "Event Leviathan" with minor details and a spooky tone.

Action Comics #1055 is loaded with fascinating content that fleshes out the world of Metropolis vividly in the Dawn of DC era.

"Beasts of Burden: The Presence of Others, Part One" reintroduces the concept of the series with grace and throws in a few creatures that go bump in the night.

"Beasts of Burden: Wise Dogs and Eldritch Men" #1 is a solid reintroduction to the cast which also happens to feature phenomenal illustration work.

"Hawkman" #3 is a slightly dull, but well-paced next chapter into one of DC's most consistent ongoing series.

"Hawkman" #8 sets the stage for a pulse-pounding finale to the Deathbringer storyline.

"Hawkman" #11's strong writing and art allows for potent emotional beats gearing up for the end of a long-running storyline.

If Tony Stark's self-effacing jokes in "Iron Man" #2 don't melt your heart, Patsy Walker's subtle jabs will.

Iron Man #23 has a strong script with visuals holding back the more complex elements of the story.

"Shazam!" #4 takes huge risks with the structure and ideas within the property that makes the issue feel like something special.

"Shazam!" #12 is a solid interlude bridging readers into the next era of the title.

"20XX" #1 is a tense thriller that grows more intriguing as the issue progresses.

Astonishing Iceman #2 expands on Bobby Drake's relationships and teases the grand return of Orchis!

"Batwoman" #17 picks up the pacing of the series and introduces readers to a fan-favorite DC antagonist.

"Conan The Barbarian" #2 lends the title hero a strong sense of characterization and vivid artwork.

"DC Nuclear Winter Special" #1's strong framing device and obscure characters are more than the sum of their parts.