Right now I am going to be selfish and devour a Superman who inspires humanity, unifies the world, does the impossible, and defeats evil.  I will enjoy all the nods to the past, smiling whimsically with each one. And I will cherish this story. Because I don't know how many more Superman stories like this I will get.

Nice cliff-hanger! And yet, this also felt like a complete story and not a small part of a story made for a trade. I have nothing but praise for this book. The story, the characterization, the action, the art. It all worked. It felt like a classic Superman story but also one perfect for 2013. We are only two issues in but I think Pak and Kuder 'get' Superman and that means we readers are probably in for a treat.

Just a wonderful issue. So much fun! So visually stunning! A statue Wonder Woman! Backwards sound effects! Doomzarro and bunnies! This is like a wonderful palate cleanser for the grim DCU leading into Convergence.

Now that is an incredible ending to an incredible issue. What is Zod's secret mission? Why did he leave Kara out of the zone? Where are Jon and Lois? I want more. I want it now. I'll be here under the tree in the backyard of the summer house!

I said much of what I needed to say about the Brian Michael Bendis run in the introduction. But to put it succinctly, I looked forward to the Superman books again. I enjoyed the Superman books again. And recommended the Superman books again.  That's what it's all about!

Regardless, this issue was a dizzying carnival ride of a brawl and was supremely entertaining. It also ramped up the threat level of this arc. You don't just kill Apollo and eliminate Enchantress this easily. Incredible. Can't wait for next issue.

Seriously, Superman is physically beaten but indomitable. He cares. And he wants to be heard by those who need him the most. Powerful stuff indeed.

One small thing about this is the presence of OMAC in the returning heroes. They died in the Warworld special. Perhaps these pages were drawn before that was cemented? This was a lot of words about a comic. But there is so much pitch-perfect characterization here it deserves it. You want to know who the characters are? You want to see beautiful art? You found the right place.

I've gushed enough.  This book keeps chugging along. Everyone should be reading it.

There are still a lot of things I hope get answered. What about Thao-La? Are the Phaelosians going to live on Warworld? Is Superman cured by the white sun? But those questions can be answered another day. For now, I'll just bask in this ending.

I suppose I am biased but this was all win for me. Looking forward to the next chapter already!

So if you struggle with the characterization of the current New 52 Superman ... if you are looking for a straightforward interpretation of Superman ... if you want to see Superman handled by great and unexpected talent, this is the book for you. I can't tell you how happy this book made me.

Beautiful story. Beautiful art. Great action and character moments. And the Iron Giant. I don't want to believe this book is being canceled. Thank you Ron Marz and 'Doc' Shaner.

At least this book existed. It was a place where creators, for the most part, understood who Superman is and what he should be doing. I cannot praise this story enough. And I thank all the creators involved, especially Joe Keatinge. This whole issue felt like a love letter to a classic Superman. And I swooned along.

So a trilogy of stories showing how great Superman could be in multiple genres. And just like that Adventures of Superman is over. And it will be missed. Thanks to Alex Antone, the editor of this book, for crushing it for a year and a half.

I have gushed enough. This book is great and it is going away. I hate when quality books disappear. There aren't enough of them out there these days. How great would annual crossovers of a World's Finest of Kara and Steph have been?

There is so much to love here. There are revelations and conversations which are magical. The interplay between the couples, clearly equals and partners, is sparkly. Enough gushing. Go buy the issue.

I have gushed enough. The whole book rolls out stupendously. The flashback showing the World's Finest history. The action. The Easter Eggs. Robin's quips. The classic Doom Patrol. And the dramatic art.  I loved this book. 

It all just works.  I read comics for entertainment and this book is firing on all cylinders.

Everything just crackled in this opening chapter of the new arc. From story to art, from action to character moments, from origins to Kandor, from Robin joking to Robing flirting, I just drank it all in.

Everyone should be reading this book. Perfect mesh of words and art. The best comic on the market right now.

This got me. I loved this issue for all the emotion it brought. All drawn beautifully by Mora. I cannot sing the praises enough here.

As I said in the opening part of this review, I was looking forward to these Convergence minis as a way to revisit the corners of the DC history that I miss and love. This book delivered that 100%. Thanks to Dan Jurgens and Norm Rapmund and colorist Brad Anderson for giving me this."So shines a good deed in a weary world."

Hope everyone bought this and chuckled as much as I did. This was a perfect one-time, summer, funny animal book!

This is another winning chapter. The power of Kate speaking about the prejudice against her people and fighting for freedom was powerful. The magical dove sweeping in with mystical wavy energy bolstered Sauvage's art here, a nice complement to the action. So another fine print issue of the Bombshells. But the Diana chapter stands out as the bright spot of this series so far. I was floored. Hard to do that to a grizzled old-time reader.

I can't say enough about this issue. This was the season finale. And it felt like one. Big moments, both action and character. Stunning art. There are issues I read that remind me why I still love comic books as an old dude. This is one of those issues. No higher praise can be given. Thank you Marguerite Bennett, Laura Braga, and Mirka Andolfo.

And the art so perfectly suits the book. This is an ugly story of madness and the art by Keith Giffen and Bill Sienkiewicz is beautifully ugly as well. I have been reading comics for a long time and have seen it all. I relish whenever there is a moment which utterly shocks me, which makes me completely reverse the way I was thinking. This book did that in a gut-wrenching way. I can give it no higher praise.

So ... whew ... that's a lot of story in 20 pages. I love it!!! After complaining for so long about decompressed story-telling, it is refreshing and invigorating to read compressed issues!

Add the new twists in Zeta tech, the Byth/Lobo team, the ongoing Equinox mystery, and some hard core action and this was completely satisfying. Plus, Mike McKone and the whole art team of inkers and colorists really shine.

I can only gush so much. The book is beautiful. This is the Legion. Kudos to all involved. And everyone needs to run out and buy this book.

But I am going to reiterate my opening statement. All I can say is ... WOW!

As always, thank you to Sholly Fisch for giving us such a Supergirl treat at our moment of greatest need.

So nothing but great words for this issue. The art is just lush. Diana, either young girl or apparent super-hero, is portrayed wonderfully (pun intended). She seems equal parts protector and warrior. The addition of Martha and the DEO are great hooks to build up the depth of this universe. And the Lois and Clark interaction is still perfect. This was one of those issues when I wished I had the next issue in my hand after I finished this one. That doesn't happen too often. Fantastic!

In the past, Hendeson was involved in a case where an odd coin was found in the murder victim's hand. The police officer who was in charge of the case, Captain Tanner, was a friend of Henderson's. Tanner was scarred by the case and ended up commiting suicide. Henderson vowed to find out the significance of the coin and solve the case. Unfortunately, he found out the significance the hard way. It is indeed one of Banshee's heirlooms. And she hasn't been able to find it because the coin hides within the people who have them.Henderson removes a glove and shows the coin embedded in his palm, the rest of his hand covered in the same glyphs the earlier victim had on her body. The Banshee was able to recover the coin from that murder victim and now she wants the Inspector's.

Now that Nick Spencer is off the book, I hope James Peaty picks up the ball and runs with it. He and Bernard Chang have huge shoes to fill. All good things must come to an end I suppose. Thanks Sterling and Jamal. It has been a couple of great years to be a Supergirl fan and your work was the biggest reason.

But seriously, I want to read more of this Kara! This team has finally brought her to a place Supergirl fans want to be. They want her to be a young hero learning the ropes, filled with optimism and striving to help people. They want her to have a fierce sense of justice and a willingness to act first when there is need. And we finally have it! This issue showcased how far Supergirl has gone down the hero's journey. I don't want a new title to put her back at the beginning! I certainly don't want another 'bitter loner' take. Anyways, I  should focus on the positive and thank this creative team for bringing me this wonderful story and this fabulous Supergirl. I can only hope that when DC does bring back Supergirl that they hand the reins back to Perkins and Johnson. I can only thank them and Lupacchino, McCarthy, and Hi-Fi (and Tony Bedard, Charles Soule, and Yildiray Cinar before them) for giving me back the Supergirl I love.

This was a fabulous issue, my favorite of the run for its overt message. Kara is a hero. Based on Earth. Where her family lives. And she will save everyone. Just perfect.

Don't know if I need to say again how much I enjoyed this any more. We got a determined, intelligent, strong, caring Supergirl. We got hints into the future of the title. We got a primer on Kryptonian history. And we got even more callbacks to DC history. And with this behind us, I am ready to have this title take off.

This issue was a much needed balm on the bruised and battered super-cousin relationship of the last few years. The very title 'The Super Family' shows just what this Rebirth universe is going for. This touched on all the topics - Supergirl trying to fit in, Superman being impressed and always being there for Kara, Kara always being there for him, and ready to save the universe together. Look, I don't need the specter of Superman in every issue. I don't want her falling over herself to be like him. I don't want him controlling her. But they are family and he is a good role model. They shouldn't be strangers. They definitely shouldn't be adversaries. So thank you Steve Orlando, Matias Bergara, and the whole Superman Reborn team. This is just what I have wanted.

And it was gorgeous. Lupacchino just shines when she draws Supergirl. From the fights to the scenes with the Danvers to last pages showcasing Kara Danvers, Lupacchino gives us a ton of information from expressions and body language. Hello Supergirl! Nice to see you again!

This strikes me a little Silver/Bronze age with Superman promising to find a way to enlarge Kandor. But this new dynamic with Superman inspiring his parents, giving them hope, is really great. Okay, I have gushed enough here. Each scene, each interaction, each joke ... I have loved it all here. So thanks again to Venditti and Torres for bringing me back to this happy place and making me smile. This was a home run.

Kudos for Tomasi and Janin for showing us why Superman is been the hero he has been these 75 years. How he is selfless. How he wants to help. How he is really a regular guy with incredible power who wants to help. I haven't been this happy about a Superman issue in a long time. I think I'll savor this one for a while.

There was so much to love in this saga and in this conclusion in particular. It is because of issues like this that I still read comics. So that I can still be inspired.

Any ways, this whole issue was a blast. With the bulk of the book in the old West, it feels like a 'done in one', completely thematically in line with a Terra Man story. So it just felt right. On top of that, somehow, we still get some progression of the main story to boot. This is the sort of issue you buy people who have left comics to lure them back.

This is an amazing plot twist, one that somehow makes me interested in Doomsday. I also think it makes sense for him to be the Time Trapper. Some know that I don't like when the Trapper is revealed to be another character. But this works! So overall, a crackling first issue filled with enough moments to be a true jumping on point. I immediately wanted to read more. That is the best sign! Congratulations for Williamson and Mora for bringing it!

I don't think I can say how much I loved this immersion into the Superman universe. Great moments for just about everyone. A nice mix of humor, pathos, action, and suspense. I love the hints at the future storylines especially Brainiac! Kudos to Joshua Williamson and all the artists!

And as I said at the beginning, it all flows so well. The heroism of Superman and Supergirl and the Legion, the callous villainy of Zod and Brainiac, the frightened citizens coming together ... it all just worked. Add to that the usual stellar work of Pete Woods and you had a phenomenal opening chapter to Last Stand. And let's not forget ... finally, Superman is acting as Superman.

So, all together a very wonderful issue with stories that range from the origin to Clark to Jimmy to Krypto to Pa's love. Perfect. I hope everyone goes out and grabs this one.

Gary Frank continues to supply absolutely incredible art here. I love his retro-Legion! Nothing but goodness here.

And I don't think that I can gush anymore about Gary Frank's art. Yes, at times I find his rendition of Clark as Christopher Reeve a little bit distracting. But everything else is so perfect that I can live with it. We're halfway done and already I can get the sense that this will become "the" Superman origin for some time. This will hold up for the usual 20+ years that these things usually do when they are done right.

With all this sheer goodness in the issue, it made me wonder why there is a need for an extreme take on the idea of a 'bold new direction'. Kudos to all involved here ... especially Gail. Your Wonder Woman will be missed.

Again, I think this is supposed to be a fun story, light and fluffy and in some ways silly. RB Silva's work is solid throughout this and works very well with the bright color palette. And I thought he did a great job with Supergirl. Only that Lois panel was off.

It is clear, based on this last issue, based on this last scene, that Cornell has a great grasp on just who Superman is. But we didn't really get to see him write a Superman story. We got the end of the Luthor arc and this Doomsday arc. I want to read more Cornell on Superman. I want to read more of the Superman described in that last scene.Will the DCnU Superman have that feeling of hope, optimism, and inspiration? Will the new DCnU have a Supergirl that fights to defend her home? I can only hope so.

Much like Justice League #1, I don't know if this necessarily feels 'new'. This also could have been released last year as yet another 'Superman Secret Origins' and I wouldn't have batted an eyelash. But unlike Justice League, this felt like a good opening, this did what it needed to do. And, as I said before, Morales seems well suited for the book. This was the big win of week one.

Now, we know that Morrison is going for a Golden Age feel here. So will Martha bring Kal to the local orphanage as a 'found' baby only to adopt later (as in the earliest Action Comics origins?) or will she spirit him away to the Kent farm and come up with another explanation for him? I don't know if the former will hold up to the light of current times. But we'll see. Still, much like the Steel story, Fisch does a great job letting us learn a lot about these characters in a short page count. And Cross' art amplifies the words.

In some ways I am envious of Fisch. He gets to puts some bricks in the foundation of this Superman. But rather than having to write the bluster of heat vision and K-Bombs, he gets to write these more personal moments that add depth the the characters here. I would love that gig. And Cross' art here is the right fit, matching the mood of the story perfectly.

'Meanwhile' ends on an uplifting note, a sort of trademark of these back-up features. Steel sees the people of Metropolis chipping in, helping each other, each becoming a hero in their own right. This is the Metropolis that Superman inspires. This was just a wonderful story, a sort of 'becoming' story for Steel realizing what Superman does and still striving to be like him.

It is a very nice story ... that emotional nugget which adds to this mythos nicely. And I have been a Cafu fan for a while. It was great to see him on a super-book once again.

This reminded me of a letter I read way back in the Byrne Superman where his cape would frequently be shredded or burned or destroyed. Someone said Superman's secret identity could be figured out by seeing who bought the most bolts of red cloth in Metropolis (to replace the capes). Has Clark burned through 50 tees yet? Anyways, nothing but compliments here. Cafu's art is solid and Fisch continues to shine in showing us the little moments that helped Clark become the Superman he is.

There is almost too much to recap - Comet and his origin, the reflections of Comet/Superman, the Oorts, Nyxly and Vyndktvx, the magical return of Clark, surgeon Superman, and a vision of a Lois/Superman wedding. And all of it written and drawn beautifully. This comic is simply wonderful.

So this was just another fantastic issue in this run. Action Comics has been the best book of the DCnU for me, showing me that a more classic Superman can still work in the dark world of today's comics. An immutable hero in Superman. Silver Age elements reimagined. Even Krypto. That isn't even mentioning the new elements of the story - the little man and his anti-Superman army. This book is a ray of sunlight.

But all that was told through the beauty of multiplethreats, multiple timelines, multiple stories, and multiple references to priorSuperman incarnations. That is the Multitude. I don't know if I understood allof it. But I know a good Superman story when I read one. And this was a verygood Superman story. This was one of those issues were it was hard to pick the panels to show because so many showed so much. Rags Morales and Brad Walker's art shines here. This iscataclysmic in some places, trippy in others, emotional elsewhere. The artconveys all the feelings it should, enhancing this wild ride.

It was a true Superman story, something we haven't seen in a bit. And it has already slipped through our fingers.

So just a fabulous opening chapter for the new team. Everything seemed to click here ... words, art, page layout. And we get the return of Lana Lang! Between Bedard/Cinar on Supergirl and Pak/Kuder on Action and Pak/Lee or Booth on Batman/Superman maybe I should feel optimistic!

I just have nothing but good things to say about this comic right now. The main story of this subterranean world is great with some old school giant monsters, some political intrigue (the Ghost Soldier is still lurking), and some new characters. The back story of Smallville memories and Superman identifying with Baka was charming. And the artwork is just gorgeous. It is rare for me to finish a comic these days and wish the next issue was out right then. But that is where I am right now. This is Superman. Hoping we see Lois and Kara in this book soon.

I have absolutely no complaints with this issue. Everything works. The action, the character interaction, the villains, the art. Everything builds on everything else. This was a dense read but it read fast. And when it was over, I wanted the next issue in my hand. That is the sign of a great comic. Hopefully, when this arc is over and things mesh more with the New 52 continuity, that the magic of this book isn't dulled.

And the art is just solid all around. Crisp, detailed, expressive. This book is sizzling right now, my favorite book from DC right now. Thank you Greg Pak and Aaron Kuder for getting Superman right!

I wish that DC would be trumpeting this book more. It is just great. Pak has always brought an classic sort of feel to his Superman. His stories are fantastic and original. Outside of this bitterness, I have loved his Lana. And Kuder's art is just amazing. This is entertaining and meaty ... I get enough story and art here. If you aren't reading this, you should be.

Horror needs to be ... well ... horrific if it is going to work. And this book, from the monsters to the acceptance by the victims, is horrifying. And throwing Superman into this mix, a place he is going to as unsure of himself as normal people gives this a fresh feeling. If this was DC Comics Presents, the Spectre would guest star. Instead, Superman is all on his own. Pak and Kuder continue to bring it. Wonderful issue.

And as a comic, as a mix of pictures and words working together, this is superb. There is some sort of creative resonance happening here between Pak and Kuder as this thing just crackles. If you are going to get any of The Truth, it should be this title.

And we get a Kara who is bent on helping as well. She is a young hero, taking charge of her life, but recognizing her place as symbol. It is a Kara that loves and respects her cousin. This is my Supergirl too.

But this is a fantastic issue. It looks back at the history of the DCU, acknowledges a classic story, and updates it. And it treats Superman with the respect he deserves, reminding us all we should be more like Superman, fighting for what's right.

Despite my questions about Doomsday, this was a great issue. As I said, there was so much about this book that I loved. It all felt right. The family scenes, the city scenes, the Luthor and Superman conversation ... it all felt right. Thankfully!!! It all felt right. And I haven't been able to say that for a while.

Okay, this one seemed to have it all. There is a lot stuffed into these 20 pages. Despite all the story and action put in, we still get big art when needed. I am wholly impressed with the product. It is like the dysfunction of the last couple of years in the Superman title are behind us. We are back to character driven, high action plots with some riddles to be solved. The story and art complement each other superbly. If any book feels like a Rebirth, it is this one. I hope all Superman fans out there, even if they have shied away from the character recently, are checking this one out.

So overall, I liked this issue very much. Much like last issue, it had it all - action, plot progression, and character moments. I love this last scene with Diana, Lois, and Superman. That was near perfect. Nothing but love for this series since Rebirth.

Finally, we will see Lois portrayed as she should be. And that makes me happy. Thanks to Jurgens and all involved for giving us the Lois we deserve!

Whew ... that's a lot going on in one issue! And for me, despite the action, despite the Jon/Clark stuff, my favorite part was the Lois/Lex staredown. You forget how awesome Lois is with her having been gone so long. You don't know how thirsty you are until you have a sip of water. I'll repeat a recent mantra. How wonderful is it to have great Superman books again?

After hearing his name in Supergirl #6 and seeing Zor-El 'cured', we are definitely getting a more classic Cyborg Superman back in the DCU. Look at this panel by Segovia. The shading is hinting towards his Cyborg future. Look, as I said, the whole point of #Rebirth was to bring back the classic essence of these characters. In this issue we have just about as classic a Lois, bumbling Clark, and Henshaw. If any books have been resuscitated by Rebirth, it is the Superman books. Hooray for us fans!

In case you can't tell, I loved this issue. This 'Clark' plot grabbed me from the beginning. And this issue pushed the pedal all the way down.

I have read Superman's origin story countless times. But with the recent upheaval, setting his beginnings on solid ground felt necessary. And as a reader, I kind of needed to catch my breath a little after the Reborn arc. So Jurgens giving us this, so we can pause and understand who this Superman is, was a great idea. And as someone who like Superman Secret Origin, I don't mind that being the template.

I was very entertained by this issue. Jurgens and Zircher are just perfectly in synch in story telling. The early warmth of Lois and Clark was a nice counterpoint to the violence and evil that happened after. And this certainly whet my appetite for more. This is what an early chapter in an arc should do, grab the reader and leave them wanting.

I want to read the next part now! Add to this the mystery of Superman's blindness, the voice in the Fortress, and (I'm assuming) Superboy eventually joining the fray, and you have a great issue.

Yes, this is a fine ending for Jurgens. We get closure here. Sure, this seems as fast as the emotional scenes in Supergirl #19. But we have background with Lois and Sam. We have some history. And you can see how they are ready to try and reconcile even if neither is ready to extend their hand first.

There are other stories in here, including the 'new' Curt Swan art that are other interesting takes on Superman and his legend. In case you didn't get it, I loved this issue. I don't know where Bendis is bringing us. I am bummed that the current creative teams are getting axed. But for now, this book reminded me of where we have been and why I love Superman. That is about as big a compliment I can give a book.

Yanick Paquette is perfect for the book and I hope he sticks around for a bit. Just amazing. Yep, I liked this one a lot.

So overall a very good issue with action (hence the name), plot advancement, great dialogue, character moments, and some of the finest art (on all levels) you can find. I hope everyone is reading this.

So this is a solid issue all around. There are a ton of small moments that sizzle. And then the battle with the Red Cloud, perfectly drawn elevated with impressive sound effects lettering from Josh Reed and colors by Brad Anderson, and ending with that extended hand; it is a wonderful sequence. Good stuff all around.

The fact he says 'We are Leviathan' makes me wonder if he is also a split personality? Perhaps he sees a bit of himself in the split Rose? This doesn't necessarily jibe with my Leviathan Theory. But that is the only explanation I can think of to explain why he would want someone as volatile as Rose/Thorn in his new world order. The super-books are really clicking right now. And I am a very happy reader.

So as I said, this was something of a middle chapter for both the Event Leviathan mini-series and the dealings here in Action. And this did just what a middle part should do. The plot progressed. We got key character moments. Momentum was built. And all in a beautiful looking package.

I love this title. I love this issue. Continued Leviathan clues, the Planet politics, and the 'Metropolis' feel of this book is what really tickles me! And boy, the Superman books just really feel like they have got the momentum of a runaway train! I'm a happy fan.

But that darkish ending only makes the earlier happiness that much brighter. And thank you Brian Michael Bendis!!

With so many Els around, they begin scanning for the Mafia. It is interesting to see the dots of lead lining in the city. And, despite a true Superman Family (thank you Mr. Bendis for using the term!), Leone isn't slowing down. She thinks she is safely hidden and is planning a final counterpunch.But we see how long the reach of the Mafia is. Dr. Glory, recent looter of STAR Labs, was under Leone's employ. The Mafia was everywhere.

Meanwhile, Superman engages the Red Cloud, still seething over the death of Melody Moore. As for the Cloud, she seems almost upset that no one thought she would have the guts to kill someone. It is almost like she feels disrespected. It takes only that sort of nudge to make someone cross the line.Superman seems to be losing the fight. So in comes the cavalry.Again, it is Supergirl leading the charge. She has a plan. She tells them to wait until she signals.We have to wait for next issue to see the end. But it is clear. Supergirl is the leader here!!!!Amazing!Can I have 2 moments from this book on my 'best of 2020 Supergirl' list? Because I don't know if I'll find much in her own book.

From the action to the exposition, to the mysteries, it is a very entertaining read.

The surviving warriors attack Thao to remind her of her mission. Then they face off against the other warrior present ... Lois Lane!She doesn't care why Thao was there initially. She knows that know Thao is one of the family. And so she will defend Thao. Great cliffhanger. Wonderful image of Lois.And please ... please ... I hope the creative team has Lois say what this weapon is.

I loved every bit of this issue. From Superman's actions, his irritation, Kara's response, and the pressure on Thao, this storyline has been very engaging and entertaining.

Maybe I just need to roll with it? But this is a big roll. But in the end, that is a minor head scratch. The rest of this issue is just a perfect ending to the Thao-La story and the perfect prologue for the Warworld arc. This shows us just who Superman is. He fights for the helpless. He takes a stand. He loves his family. 

This was a great opening chapter to this arc. Lots of tidbits pushing things along. Tremendous art including some stupendous pages and panels. And then this big reveal. Roll on Warworld Saga!

So nothing but praise for this issue. We start out with a tremendous action sequence. And then we get, in essence, a lot of exposition. But it is presented in a way that we are shown and told. The wonders of this saga just keep heaping up, like the layers on Warworld. I didn't know I needed this story. But I'm sure glad I am getting it.

I just think this whole issue seeing Midnighter operate while hearing about Superman's good deeds and legends is just great stuff to chew over. And OMAC turning? I have to figure somewhere in the future is an issue titled "OMAC's story" just like this is called "Midnighter's Tale". We'll learn how OMAC changed, I'm sure.

So I felt this was something of a character issue. We really get a great feel for Superman here. And Lois is just as strong.

So we got the incredible main chapter. We got excellent Supergirl moments. And Conduit. This was a meal of an issue. And I am already hungry for more.

This is another solid issue bringing us closer to the end. This has been an arc for the ages, a modern classic! Love Lapham's take on Supergirl. What did you all think?

Makes me want a Superman family anthology series.  At the very least, Johnson does a great job here. It is a short back-up so not everyone gets dialogue or action. But what we get, I love.

For a while I was worried that Thao-La might be sticking around to replace Kara. But here it looks like she is a leader on the departed Warworld. Definitely liked Thao as the character who introduced us to the culture of Warworld and the Phaelosians. Glad she has had such a powerful arc. This is one of the best Action Comics run I have read and I hope everyone is picking it up. My guess is next issue will be a good 'jump on' moment!

So sign me up for the new era! I'm ready! And bring back Nick Dragotta now and then! Smashing stuff!

So from top to bottom, this was a great issue. I'm still saying Norah is related to Otho. This time I'm right!

Now THAT is a great chapter one.  I can only hope that the rest of the arc is of this quality and intensity.

I am interested to see where this goes. So overall, a very solid issue opening up this new arc. I love the plot, the pace, the art, the subject of both stories.

I have liked Rowell's recent work on She-Hulk. But this story is electric.  So a very very good issue, top to bottom.

Finally they realize there can be some sort of middle ground. Lois can trust Clark to write what is right. Clark can realize that he is good at the human interest stories so maybe he can stay away from Superman stories when he can. Tormey brings the expressive work needed for this type of chapter.

Such a great ending, powerful in that it is told from a POV that the reader can understand. It's hard to see a writer go when they are still on the top of their game. Johnson was firing on all cylinders. He leaves big shoes to fill. And he has made me a fan. As I have said before, he will be missed.

It was a fitting ending to this run. Words and art meshed seamlessly. Yes this was heavy on angst and feelings and short on action but it definitely worked for me. This was a tale of introspection. This was a battle in Conner's mind more than a brawl in Smallville. As I have said before, I have never been a huge fan of Superboy. But I cared about him here and that is the sign of a high quality book. While I look forward to Levitz' Legion run here ... while I will probably sample Johns and Manapul of Flash, I will miss this book and this story.

Eric Trautmann does a great job here switching emphasis back and forth from the two. And Pier Gallo's art is moody and thick, just what this story needs. His art reminds me a bit of Pete Woods' art and that's a high compliment. The pieces are on the playing field. Let's get this started!

So overall this issue's stories all worked on their own. But they also bolstered the overall Last Stand storyline. I thought this worked. It looks like this three-story format continues next issue.

Kevin Sharpe's interior pencils is perfect for this issue. His style is solid and economical without too much flash, the right feel for an issue like this. I loved this. But I am an old timer.

I couldn't help but be reminded of this Byrne panel from his X-Men work, in this issue where the newly formed X-Men infiltrate the Hellfire club. Intentional? Who knows. But effective. No surprise I loved this. The action sequences are great. Kara's internal monologue is great. Alex's characterization is great. But that conversation between the two sisters, the quietest moment of this chapter, was my favorite part. Gates and Bengal are firing on all cylinders!

The issue's pencils by Bengal remain top notch. From the transformation panels to the contemplative Kara to the action sequences with the DEO squad, the art just leaps off the page. Add to that the brilliant name drop of Byrnian Caren Falq-Nerr, the inclusion of Inertron, and Agent Igle, and you have a pretty stuffed episode.

I can't help but see some similarities between this opening chapter and last week's episode. I also saw much of the ideas of Master Jailer in Rampage chapter discussing sentence lengths. I don't know if this synergy was done on purpose but it does resonate nicely. I also wonder if Winn's knowledge of alien codes and viruses in Indigo will be born here. I thought this was another entertaining chapter in the Adventures of Supergirl. Between the learning Supergirl, the discussion with James, the stylized art and a certain Coluan, this was a great opening chapter.

And after a physical attack by Rampage, I look forward to a more mental attack. I hope everyone is talking up this series. This chapter is an energized ride through Kara's mind, compelling and entertaining.

And that is what I love about this book. There are fun references and homages, no doubt. But you can't live on Easter eggs alone. The story of this new Supergirl fighting a hidden enemy with ties to Fort Rozz is compelling.  Add to that the lush art of Lupacchino, McCarthy, and Hi-Fi and this might be my favorite chapter so far.

But those reveals (translated from Kryptonese) are surrounded by great action bits. Carnero gives us extreme close ups of fists and kicks and then pulls back to more choreographed images of fighting. The sequential art of the battles as you turn the page really is slick. I often blow by battle scenes. I paused here. The angles and depth are engaging. So who is Facet? I can't wait to find out.

Again, it is the small details that make this series such a wonderfully entertaining book. Gates continues to pepper Kryptonian culture into the story that has had me scouring my Krypton Chronicles miniseries. A fanff is a Kryptonian week. Molium is a title of respect and honor on Krypton. Amzet is a Kryptonian year. Snagriffs are flying beasts on Krypton. Small touches like that honor the history of Superman and Supergirl. I can't say enough abut this book. It is a perfect mix of action, characterization, and super-history built on the foundation of the show.

Add to that some great panels showing the Danvers' home in Midvale, complete with numerous family photos hung on the wall. It is a nice subtle reminder of how loving and supportive this family is. So nothing but compliments here. There is a great action sequence. There is this continued mystery. There are character moments, enriching their history. There are some deep DC name-drops. And it is all dressed in beautiful art.

I believe writer Sterling Gates succeeded here. There is a lot going on. But the story has been pushed forward the last couple of chapters such that I feel we are close to an end. The main villain and our hero are about to square off.

I also have to congratulate all the artists on the book. Everyone brought a unique look to their chapters. And Cat Staggs' covers just exploded off the rack. I said it earlier. I'll say it again. I hope DC Comics does the right thing and gives Gates a 'second season'.

If anyone is looking for a sort of primer on Superman, if anyone is looking for that elusive Superman book to offer tweens to read and introduce them to Superman, this seems to be that book. How interesting that this 'out of continuity' book and Smallville are my favorite Superman books right now.

After his busy morning, his only dream is to have a nice slow walk with her. A perfect ending for this story. There is high action with Superman. There was high suspense with Lois. Both stories mirror each other, resonate. And then we get a chance for both to breathe, enjoying each others' company. So nothing but praise here. The juxtaposition between the two stories made them flow and glow. Solid art and great transitions made this something great.

The last panels are of the boy ripping Superman posters off the wall, angry and filled with hate. So two very different stories. But both so fantastic. This book has yet to disappoint!

So why can't the DC powers-that-be read this series and realize that it is this sort of Superman that most creators (and I think fans) want. This series and Smallville are the best Superman books out there right now. Both out of continuity.

Just wonderful stuff. Adventures of Superman has remained a great treat for me, a look at a more classic Superman by top creative teams. This Bizarro story entertained and moved me.

A whole solid issue of Superman being an inspiration to a young generation. I can only say 'wonderful'.

Okay ... maybe heavy-handed and schmaltzy. But this is the kind of Superman I want to read. So thanks to Moore and Rodriguez. And thanks to Adventures of Superman. I'll be sad to see this book go.

Regardless, this was another fun romp in the mis-adventures of Jon and Damian. I am thrilled we are getting one more story. I am saddened we won't get more. I am hoping Bendis doesn't let me down. I am steeling myself for the worst. But that won't take away the enjoyment I got from this.

I love these characters. I am going to hate to see them go away. I am going to hate to not be able to read their madcap adventures any more. At least I got one more ride on the merry-go-round.

I wish I had asked Peter Tomasi more about this comic when I saw him at cons this summer. He must be emptying out all the dream things he hoped to get to in the ongoing title. It also feels a little like a love letter to DC's Silver Age silliness, perfect fodder for Jon and Damian. Hoping everyone who needs a little joy in their lives is reading this book. It is so much fun. And it is the perfect palate cleanser after last week's Heroes in Crisis.

I don't think these are different versions of the sons. I think it is the sons themselves! Anyways, I have enjoyed this comic for the entertaining silliness that it is. I am going to drink in the next 8 issues. Kudos to Tomasi and Barberi for bringing a smile to this grizzled comic reader!

Reeder draws one of the best Opals I have seen. He looks quite mad here. And that hairdo only adds some menace, like an evil scared Jack from a demonic deck! After months of grimness, this was a palate cleanser. Kudos to all involved!

We have to wait a while to find out. But I am on board. A comic mystery and sublime art? This book is a winner.

Stanley Lau's cover is gorgeous. I love the phony weathering, giving the book a tattered horror magazine or old movie poster feel. The internal art by Lee Garbett was solid, especially the pages where the two track the vampires ... some solid page construction there. It would have been nice if there was some way to more easily distinguish the two heroes. I know a lot of my analogies are food related. This issue was like lemon meringue pie: light, airy, not too filling, but absolutely delicious.

This really is a prologue to a bigger storyline. But I loved it. Every bit. So much fun! An evil Cadmus! And a new Psi! Batgirl and Supergirl! Together again for the first time!

Anyways, it was tremendous to see Superman find Batman to talk to him about Damien. And this adventure seems like a nice fun way to show how the two interact outside of JL meetings. Definitely worth reading.

This was a great story all the way around - writing and art, a perfect mesh. With Batman/Superman around the corner, I look forward to more stories of the original World's Finest.

So a great character issue with just eye-melting beautiful art. It intrigued me enough to go out and get the preceding issue. And I will have to see if the Ivy-fans liked it or thought it was dreck. But I loved it. I mean, the reference to Batgirl Adventures alone made it worth the price.

But again, Lee just shines here. That is one dramatic entrance for Diana. And the paint brushed clouds makes her majestic, feel classic. Good story. Great art. I enjoyed this issue a lot more than the first. And look forward to the rest of this arc.

Pak does a great job moving the main story along while adding the flashback sequences to flesh out characters who we have only briefly seen. As the middle issue of the arc, this worked, moving things along, fleshing things out, setting up a finale. And add to that spectacular art and this was a great issue. The contrasting style of Lee and Cinar work well in telling this story.

What a satisfying book and arc. This is one of those times when words and art complemented each other so well that the total of the book is more than the sum of its parts. The way the two worlds play off each other throughout the story is the electricity that gives the plot its juice. And Lee's dreamy painted style adds a lot to this 'imaginary' tale. It all works. Hopefully some of the good intentions of the Earth 2 heroes has embedded itself in these younger versions.

This was a nice issue which I thought was very entertaining. Outside of the highlighted moments there are nice little things sprinkled throughout (Batman's bat-moon boot footprints, Alfred's super-power being the ability to slip someone tea at a moment's notice) that made this feel like a full story and an opening chapter. It is nicely paced with a slow human moment before hitting the gas on adventure the rest of the way. And there are decent hooks to keep me intrigued. Who is the dead alien? Who is the alien with the bat-grudge? Who is writing Kryptonese? Add to that a more classic representation of these two icons and I was a happy reader. Can't wait to read more.

So overall, I thought this was a very good issue. The plot is interesting. The characterization is both classic and modern. And the art works very well. There isn't much more you can ask for in a comic. With Rebirth around the corner, I wouldn't mind Taylor writing this kind of Superman long term.

Yes, Superman and Batman are different. Their motivations are different. Their power levels are different. But they can be friends. They can work together. They both have the same goals. We haven't seen that much these days where everyone wants to do an homage to the end of Miller's Dark Knight Returns. So thanks for Tom Taylor for showing us that World's Finest relationship again!

I think this arc is basically setting up the new Superman books. Yes, Supergirl is in National City. But we know Yang's New Superman is a Chinese citizen imbued with Superman's powers. This has to spring from the villain's lab and these Superman avatars. And is this how Lois Lane becomes Superwoman? Most of all, this continued to read like a classic Superman book, the sort of book most Superman fans want to read. No monstrous mutations, no lack of powers, no floating aloofness, no torturing helpless villains. He wants to do good. He loves his family and friends. He wants to make sure the planet will remain safe.

Great little story.  Josh Williamson's time on this book is over. I tip my hat to him. Thanks for giving me a World's Finest book again!

Such a great romp! Just good old-fashioned, mulitversal Elseworld fun! And certainly, I could use as much of that in my life that I can get! So count me in! I did more than tolerate this book. I loved it.

Look. I'm a classic comic fan. I'm an old movie buff. And I love fun, entertaining stories. I cut my teeth on a multiverse with annual crossovers. How could I not love this issue?

I think this works on all levels. If you don't see the meta-commentary, the story flows wonderfully. If you see it, it adds a nice depth to the proceedings. But the plot itself and these two new worlds we are discovering - it all just reads smooth and entertaining.

I thought this was a pip of an issue. I just love these new worlds. I love the metacommentary. I love the art. Perhaps Yang is an auteur of unrivaled vision?

They would never fight. There is always another way.They weren't fighting. Bat-Mite and Mxy were. See ... it's that easy.These two are heroes and friends. They wouldn't fight.BOOM. DONE.

It is all just perfect. From Boy Thunder's temper to Barry's Supergirl comment to Superman's speech, it all works. From Flash running with Superman to Donna's concerns to the Joker's mania, it all sings.  I'll end this review like I seem to end all the World's Finest reviews. Everyone should be reading this. Everyone.

I also like how Waid has constructed the first year of this book. A five part story followed by a stand-alone one-and-done. Single issue stories are a wonderful throwback. And they serve as a sort of palate cleanser before we hit the next arc. This book continues to fire on all cylinders.

What can I say. This book is just firing on all cylinders. The perfect complement of pictures and words. Buy this book! And recommend it to others!

I mean, I have gushed enough. This book feels classic and new. That isn't easy. It looks gorgeous. Mora is hitting it out of the park. Everyone should be reading this book. Everyone. 

What can I say? This is a near perfect book. It reads just like classic super-hero books should read. The characterization is spot on for these iconic figures. Robin sticking his finger in Metamorpho's face is a thing of beauty. And the art is perfection. I'll say what I usually say at this point. Everyone should be reading this book. Everyone.

What can I say? I read comics to be entertained. I have been reading comics for nearly 50 years and my mind is stuffed with ephemera. The art is just stellar. This book just sings to me.

Nice cliffhanger, more because it gives me another month to puzzle may way into Batman's solution.  I think my feelings about this book are obvious. It is the most consistently entertaining book on the rack, month in and month out. The Mora art is spectacular. It is both modern and classic. And a story like this is the perfect representation.

So we have the set up. Our heroes have to be ninja-like in saving their heroes. And next up is Wonder Woman. Yes!!!! A fun comic to read!!!

I am truly loving this book. As always, it is the character moments that are driving this for me. And I love these sneak attacks happening against the Justice League.

So another fantastic issue that had me grinning. How can you not smile at the Supermobile trouncing Vandal Savage?

But Shaw is suddenly distracted thinking about the Batcave ... him.  And then my favorite scene and moment in the book. 

With the planet rumbling and shifting into the main universe, the next goal is clear. Kal and Karen have to face the threat behind this world, at this point it being Deimos. They say goodbye to their partners and head into battle as super-cousins. I like as they streak to battle, Clark tells Karen how much he loves her. I love it when the super-family is a super family! Convergence was an odd mini-series, convoluted and discombobulated. The associated mini-series were a mixed bag. Some I thought were excellent reimaginings of some beloved characters from my past. Others fell short. This issue was mostly a brawl between heroes but it included some plot progression, some character turns, and some spot on characterization for this era Power Girl. Add to that the clean art of St. Aubin and Parsons, this mini-series was an entertaining story, one of the better Convergence crossovers I read.

I very much felt sympathy for Project:Superman so I hope he isn't portrayed to badly here. I  think the ethics of Superman exist in this guy. He is just hurting, emotionally fragile, and immature. He hasn't had a lifetime of interactions to help guide him. He might not realize that this could seem threatening. I loved this issue ... every part of it. So far, this is the winner of Convergence in my mind!

Great cliffhanger. Fun book. I'll be sad to see this all end next month

My mind has gone around in circles trying to figure out where this is going and where it will end. And that is the highest compliment I can give a book!

This book has been incredible. It could be read as a superhero story unto itself, a book about heroes fighting cosmic villains. But it wasn't until 2 issues ago that I first glimpsed what was happening here, how those initial flashback pages were prior timelines, simpler times. And now I am thinking this is a comic about comics, about how characters can be mutated and corrupted over time.

I can only hope that a trade comes out with the entire series. And I would love some foreword or back matter by the team explaining their hopes and ideas of the series. We need books like this out there, commentary on comics. So which ending did you prefer??

This was a fun book, a cotton candy treat.

One thing we do know, It is unlikely that Jor-El will be divulging anything given what happens on the last page. What an excellent first issue! The stage is set. We have some good character moments. We have the seeds of some upcoming plots. The whole thing is just beautiful. And we have court jester Harley. Tremendous stuff.

I hope everyone else out there is getting as big a kick out of this book as I am. Seriously, every issue is like a runaway train with wild action, death, and surprises. No wasted space here at all. The art is just glittering. I remain completely engaged.

I really like the strategies and machinations happening behind the scenes, the plotters trying to secure victories in battle. The hints of this third power playing with this world like a chess board is delicious as I wait for the reveal. The Putri art is incredibly lush. This is one of those books that I thumb through almost immediately after I read it just looking at the art. 

While it seems that Bruce is being set up as the big hero in this series, I hope Kal remains above the fray as well. We need as many heroes as we can get. Anyways, we didn't see the Els or the Amazons or the ruling queen of the House of Lightning at all this issue. This was a side issue which helped with world building. But I feel even more confident. Martians are here.

I have been very pleasantly surprised with this book. The innovative looks at classic DC characters in a medieval time has been great. Some, like Harley and Lois, have been phenomenal. The mysteries and feints have been great to follow and try to unravel.

Whew! Another great issue. While the J'onn origin ran a touch long, it definitely filled in a lot of the backstory needed to explain how all these Martians ended up here. I love the politics of the world, the queens uniting to fight this foe. But the smaller emotional moments, building up these characters, are what really hit here. The guilty Constantine. The mourning Diana. The loving Zala. The sheepish Harley. It all just clicks. Wrap it up in the delightful art by Putri and you have a winner.

Hoo boy! A new wrinkle at the end of issue eleven! I loved it. It sound so simple. But an entertaining story and beautiful art makes for a great comic! It's that simple of a recipe!

So three stories, all filling in some details about the Dark Knights of Steel world, giving us character history and building on the lore. I really liked this. And hopeful I see Sean Izaaske's work elsewhere. His stuff sparked!

The whole thing is a wonderful love letter to Superman who has to carry the burden of looking after everyone while caring for himself. He inspires.

Right behind the German patrol are Americans led by General Sam Lane. He knows a Bombshell when he sees one. I am really enjoying this comic. I am not always a fan of Elseworlds but this one seems to be a complete universe with a great set of unique characters. The different artists work for the different arcs. And Batwoman is too fantastic.

I really love this particular arc. Yes, I am partial to Supergirl. But there are serious character beats here as these two have to deal with loyalty, distrust, science, and mysticism. So overall, this book continues to keep me engaged and entertained. And I can't really ask for more. It is a delight to read and the individual art styles are well-suited for the particular runs. I keep hoping we will eventually see all these heroes together in one League-like team.

That was a packed issue, really pushing the characters and plotlines along. These two threads are my favorite so I was very happy to have Diana, Mera, Kara, and Kortni put in the spotlight. The art is great. There are panels I would have loved to post, one in particular where Kortni jumps from one roof to another where it seems like she is reaching for a lightning bolt like a rope. I couldn't be happier with this book and I wonder if there is a planned end or if it is selling so well that it will continue.

I know this was three chapters sent out digitally. But for an issue, I thought these endings all resonated. Mera and Arthur hugging. John telling Zatanna they can wait to do things right. And Harley and Ivy giving in to their passions. There is love and desire in all three scenes but they all play out differently. Just perfect. I hope people are giving this a try. Kudos to Bennett, Braga, and Andolfo for this amazing issue showing us love in time of war.

You'll need to go the DC Bloodlines blog to find out. Trust me, chapter three is the trippiest of this arc and well worth checking out. And the review will be a sort of round table between Frank and me. As for this issue, I think Wein did a great job with Supergirl, showing her to be smart, strong, and a bit strong-willed. You can tell she has youthful enthusiasm, eager to jump right into the fray. The art is credited to both Starlin and Romeo Tanghal. There are definitely pages which have a greater Starlin feel to them. So I wonder if Tanghal pitched on pencils as well as inks. The art is very good, especially the action sequences. As for a Supergirl collection, I would rank this of medium importance more for the bigger DCU-ness of it (Mongul and Warworld's first arc) than specifically for Supergirl. That said, her characterization and seeing her seamlessly team up with Superman is a joy. Well worth the $4-6 bucks someone would need to spend at a comic store or convention.

The book is placed in the forties, during WW2, and looks at the adventures of the female super-heroes of the time. While the merchandise line seems to lean on a sort of Vargas pinup girl or air force bomber iconography, this is not a cheesecake book. The entire book revolves around these women as heroes, not eye candy. And with this period piece feel, and on the heels of the show Agent Carter, this was entertaining and engaging.

And luckily, the Supergirl stuff is solid. I like Kara's no nonsense attitude there. Is it okay for me to admit I am surprised at how good this book is?

Perhaps the best way for me to sum up this issue and this title is that it is wildly entertaining. I just love it. And these versions of the characters are so engaging. They are treated with respect. They are fancifully dressed but that is just a superficial rendering of more three dimensional characters. I hope this book is a success in all its formats. Because it is a ton of fun, written well and lushly drawn.

All these pages are by Jarrell and everyone is just fresh, strong, and beautiful. The art sings here, working with the words. So I continue to love this book. It is a guilty pleasure, an Elseworlds based on statues of scantily clad characters. But Bennett brings so much more to the table. This is a nice romp.

I thought this underwater action sequence was drawn brilliantly, and the colors here (J. Nanian and Kelly Fitzpatrick) are murky and dark when needed to convey the environment. Wonderful. So another great issue in this series. I read comics to escape a bit and to be entertained. This book has continued to do both. Action, characterization, multiple locales, it has it all. This is wonderful, a 'top of the stack' book every time.

It is a great peek into the DC Superhero Girls world. And it was free! Hope everyone grabbed it. And hope everyone grabs the Finals Crisis graphic novel.

Babs, with Dinah, a freed Harley, and Frankenstein are on their way to Bludhaven.Ollie is heading to Smallville.And Kara and her band are going down under.The chess pieces are on the board. I liked this issue a lot as it gave us the backgrounds and motivations for our ragtag heroes to split up like this. And that art is glittery. 

Such a fun little yarn. I wish we had a Son monthly, these guys at these ages, getting into mischief and adventure. It is the perfect gateway comic for kids, more mature than Tiny Titans, less mature than Detective. Maybe, just maybe, we'll get more untold tales like this. I can only hope.

I really thought this whole thing was a big sugar cookie of fun.

Anyways, at least for one panel, that incarnation still exists in the current DCU. Much like the pre-Crisis Supergirl panels, I think DC simply wants to acknowledge the breadth and complexity of continuity. Some people may have vague memories of people who simply no longer are around. Congratulations to Len Wein for putting this story together and celebrating the DCU. And I didn't even mention the Frank Quitely drawn New Gods second story! That was a great second feature and a sympathetic look at Orion; it would have been worth the cover price itself.

I liked this issue a ton. And nice to see Supergirl even briefly!

This did just what a preview should do, set the stage and whet the appetite. I can't wait for this title to hit the racks.

I loved this. It whet my appetite for more. And that is what a mini-series and a mystery should do. So who is Leviathan? Do you have a theory?

Great story. Inspired art.

And I'll admit I pored over the pages looking for clues. New mysteries and suspects were added. And I want to read the next issue now. All signs of a very successful book. I'm all in here. Expect a clue review mid-week.

But I am thrilled we didn't get the total reveal. It means at least one more clue review post will happen. Otherwise, I love Superman being ethically sound here, shutting down Leviathan. I love Lois being smart enough to put together a good team and wise enough to not believe them. And that art. Dreamy.

So overall, this was a very entertaining issue. I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting it. So this was a pleasant surprise in my stack. I hope this series isn't peaking here but building on itself. But what of Subject 3? I hope DC does the right thing.

Crisis on Infinite Earths #8. Will we see Bart go back in time trying to get to Barry? Is this a way of Bart fulfilling the legacy of the Flash? Becoming the Flash? So this mini-series continues to rise to the top of the Flashpoint world along with Project Superman. It is such a satisfying and odd mix of despair and humor. That isn't an easy cocktail to make. Add to that the heroism of Patty and this was a very entertaining issue. It makes me lament the 'hinted at but never materialized' Speed Force comic Gates was supposed to write.

I do find it interesting that the two pieces of Flashpoint I liked the best were on the periphery of the main story. And now ... the DCnU.

Hmmm ... where is Supergirl in this world though? I will say, I have very much enjoyed this look at Superman, seen through a mirror darkly.

In the past DCU, it's Ma and Pa Kent. In the new DCnU? Dan Didio says he has no 'human tether'. So what will we see? Snyder and Francis do a great job showing us enough snippets of Kal's life and Sinclair's devolution to give us a strong sense of who they are, what their motivations are. And it leads to a prefect denouement, with Kal suddenly thrust into the role of world saver. And Gene Ha's art complements that script seamlessly. This miniseries was a bright spot in the Flashpoint universe.

I have very much liked Bendis' take on the Legion so far. So no surprise I liked this issue a lot too. The interplay between the characters is spot on. The echoes of other Legion histories while being completely new is wonderful. And Rossmo's art is just intoxicating.

Of all the Future State books, this has been my favorite. I just hope we jump back in time.

If you are a DCU fan, you should buy this.

This comic is crazy, wacky, and fast-paced. It's funny and topical and witty. And it seems to channel all the good energy from the early Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen comics. R.B. Silva's art is the perfect fit here, detailed and stylish. This really was a fun read and I highly recommend it. I just think the next time I read it, I'll do it over the course of a week myself. One day at a time. Because if taken in large doses, I wonder if it would read as 'too clever' which I know sounds like when Salieri said Mozart's work had too many notes. Uh oh ... now maybe I am being too clever.

Jorge Jimenez is crazy good in this book. I would love for Jimenez to get a turn on the Wonder Woman book because his Diana is especially engaging. I'm hooked. Exhausted and a little perplexed. But hooked.

That is a lot of story. I am really rocked by this series and how much Snyder and Jimenez are stuffing into the pages. There are such wild images to see here. From the Lantern ring shattering, to the Keep floating in a sanctuary, to Aquaman/Diana punching each other, to Grodd looking like a dad carrying his baby around the mall, this whole thing is bananas. Bananas in the best way. Seven primal forces, the Multiverse on Earth, Umbrax the living sun ... it all has to come together. For my sanity, I hope so.

And from a 'rest issue' no less. I am all on board for this Justice League.

I'm riding the wave here. I love this book for keeping me engaged, tossing wild ideas in and out of the story, and giving it to me in such a beautiful package. Kudos to everyone involved into the book.

This was just the pause I needed. There was so much action in the opening arc that I felt owed some characterization. It isn't that we didn't get a feel for our Leaguers in the earlier issues. But so much happened, it were fleeting moments. Now we get a whole issue devoted to meeting or re-meeting our team. This book continues to shine. Buy this book and give it to people.

I am surprised a whole space fleet could just blip around the planet without being noticed by someone beforehand. I love that a Hykraaian, like the Legionnaire Tellus, is in the crowd on the reef. So a lot to like here. Plots, subplots, main plots, and guest stars! And, as is typical of this book, a lot happens rather quickly. Buckle up your chin straps when you read this! If only I didn't need to read 4 books to get the whole tale.

The art is stunning in all phases and all areas. And we have a plot in place to build on. You know it is a win when the issue was done and wished the next was already in my hands.

Add the fun character moments and some great action and you have an all around wonderful issue.  People should be reading this book.

As someone who grew up with Legion and League teams splitting up in to smaller groups, as someone who loved the time when Annuals were often standalone and mostly big action, fun stories, this was a complete treat.

This continues to be a sort of irreverent super-hero book. It goes along at a fast pace. It has character moments and high action. And it is a weird book with semi-likable heroes and subterfuge and deceit. Add some pretty dynamic art from Howard Porter and this book crackled. I like this book! I can only hope that Supergirl continues to be portrayed like this. She should be a great foil to the current Leaguers, a call back to a simpler and brighter world.

I mean this is a complex book which has a lot of balls in the air. But it pulls it off so well, mixing the plots in and out, adding in humor in places, and keeping me engaged as a reader. And it has a Supergirl I recognize and love. Please try this book if you haven't!

And I get pre-Crisis Supergirl! There is a DC book with Supergirl in it! Now if only Howard Porter could have stayed on the book!

But that's the beauty of this book. This book continues to be one of the most entertaining and complex books I read. It is something of a deep dive into DC continuities. Giffen and DeMatteis continue to grab me, steamrolling ahead with new characters, new threats, and now deaths. Plus, Silver Age Supergirl! Add Doran's clean art and this issue is a complete win.

I haven't spoken about the art yet. Chris Batista and the inkers do a nice job veering close to the styles of Porter and Kolins, adding scratches and wear-and-tear on everything. The fight sequences are nicely rendered. But the big win is the expressions, adding much emotional overlay to the dialogue. So this seems like a 'bold new direction' issue, a new path for a new team. And I am loving it. This book, like REBELS a few years ago, is the book I am championing, hoping DC will continue to print.

Whew! This is what a bold new direction is supposed to be, keeping the foundation of a book but shaking it up. We have a new universal threat, infused with Legion of Super-heroes elements (hurrah!). We have an unsteady team, hiding away, and being led by a young Supergirl. And we have versions of classic characters tossed into the mix of a dystopia. It all works. So if you are looking for a jumping on point, a place to swim in the deep end of DC mythology, this is the issue for you.

I fear these two more that I do the League in some ways. I've gushed enough I think. This book is a wonderful mix of all the things I like about comics. Kudos to all involved!

My growing fascination and appreciation of Mark Bagley continued here. There is a nice kinetic feel to his fight scenes here. And James Robinson, outside of a slip here and there in dialogue, really has a nice grasp of these characters as they each have a unique voice and personality. This was one of those issues where I wished the next part was coming out now as opposed to a month from now. That is always the sign of a good issue.

I thought this was a great issue. It just overflows with action. The threats are both huge (Omega Man) and smaller (the Crime Syndicate). Robinson continues to explore these characters and their motivations, showing how they are the Justice League but they aren't the big 7.

Still, there was a definite sadness to this issue, Dick and Donna turning out the lights of the satellite and transporting away. Nightwing is in the DCnU. Supergirl is in the DCnU (albeit not this Supergirl). Jade is there (but what is her origin if Alan Scott wasn't the first GL). But the rest of these characters might not be seen for a long time. So I'll thank James Robinson again for his time on the title. Major threats, big arcs, legacy heroes ... it has been a fun ride. And this was a fitting closure.

I'll ask those who haven't read the book to try it. I'll ask those who read the book to talk it up. This is a winner! Oh yeah ... and LADY QUARK!!

So what can I say. After the disappointing Supergirl and Legion, I get another very solid Vibe issue, a book filled with action, some crazy action, and enough pathos to choke on. And throughout it, we have a kid just trying to be a hero because it is the right thing to do, no matter what sort of a morass he is wading in. Just solid stuff. I have seen more and more big name sites praising the book. I have seen tweets talking it up. I have beat the drum. I fear that this is an overlooked gem on the comic racks. I hope that DC doesn't pull the plug prematurely. They need this book. I need this book.

For a comic that had only one action scene (Byth slaughtering Thanagarians), this was riveting. It was a way for Lemire to show us where he is going with these characters, what he thinks of them. And this origin, a group of heroes coming together to fight evil and then staying together, smacks of the most classic origins - JLA and Avengers included. Add to that the smooth, slick, nuanced art from Mike McKone and you have a winner.

This was a tremendous arc and great first year for this title. I suppose it appealed more to Legion fans and those buying the book for the JLU might have felt cheated. But for me, this sizzled. And even if you aren't a Legion fan, the quality of the book was high.

Ollie discovers the tanker is bringing a giant skull somewhere. Surely this is the biological material needed to complete Lex's mechanized titan. So maybe it isn't Ra's. I freely admit this book makes me giddy. I grew up watching the 'Creature Double Feature', a steady diet of Gamera and Godzilla flicks. I love the Justice League. I love when folks treat Supergirl right. I feel like I should pop some popcorn when I read this. 

So maybe the person Lantern is talking to at the beginning is whoever has done this kidnapping? After all, the colors here seem a but purplish. Maybe we catch up to that conversation next issue. This was a solid first chapter for me. This was predominantly Legion focused. It set up some mysteries. And it felt like classic old-school team-ups. Solid cliffhanger too. 

I am a little peeved that we won't see the whole thing play out. I think we go from 5 more issues to go to only one! It's a shame because this book has been getting more interesting as we go along. Throw in the oodles of Legion lore here and this book was the winner of the week.

Between this 2 issue mini-series and the recent Superman Annual 2023, I have a very good feel for what Joshua Williamson thinks of Superman and his supporting cast. I think he gets it. I love how Supergirl has been treated in this book. I like how he used both to sow some future seeds.  Tom Reilly's art has some grit and worked beautifully here. Sign him up for a street level book!

That was a pedal to the metal fun ride. It felt like a classic, different mission teams heading off in different directions to save the day, but it had modern day sensibility and action. The fate of the world is at stake. Our heroes are effected by the storms. We have Eastern demons trying to control the world. Batman is possessed. And Supergirl was fantastic!

Add the new powers of Tharok and how off guard the Legion was caught, the Five feel like a real threat. And a little Kirby cosmic is a nice spice to add. But the biggest thing is the death of Sun Boy, a death which happens here in the opening chapter.There is no time to grieve here. This is war. There will be casualties.

Maybe I am just eager for a Legion book so much that anything would have been good. But this felt right. I wonder what other Legion fans thought!

I'm pretty tickled by this. I know we barely know anything so far about these members, this team, this world, this universe. But so far this 'feels' like a Legion book. And certainly I have been hungry for a Legion book for so long. Plus nearly perfect art by Sook. Long Live the Legion!

So Supergirl being remembered in the future? A 5YL reference? A good cliffhanger? Tremendous art?? How could I not love this issue!

I am sooooo buzzed right now. I want the next issue in my hand now.

I ate this whole issue up with a spoon. This feels like the Legion. I haven't been able to say that for a long time. Characterization, plot, art ... it all works.

A nice melding of Legion continuities. Some nice updates to classic Legion lore. A new twist on Brainy. And glittering art. Count me in! We all wanted a good Legion book. We're getting one!

I am thrilled that Brian Michael Bendis is melding all the Legion's and keeping this train moving. And a Legion election! It makes this old school fan thrilled. Hoping all old Legion fans are giving this a shot!

And some people aren't happy. Mon-El has been surly this entire series.How interesting he used to date Phantom Girl! The Jo-Tinya relationship is one of the most entrenched in Legion lore. Her dating Mon? Maybe she has a type.And Mon-Tasmia is the other entrenched Legion romance. So nice wrinkle here, tossing things into the mix. So much fun!

First off, just truly stunning work by Jenny Frison, a favorite of mine.Second, we start out with her name being Xola Aq, a throwback. I wonder if she will ever be called Mysa.And then the twist. She is Mordru's daughter. And no one else knows. She hates Mordru. But she also hates the President.

This was a fantastic issue. It gave information which I devoured but that only led me to new questions! And I want all the answers now! Sook's art is just brilliant. Everything flows gorgeously. So many questions and theories!

When you have a book with a cast the size of the Legion, you need to keep up and catch up on all of them. We have 4-5 distinct settings, groups, and plots in this issue. It felt full but went fast. The art is dazzling. I want more now. And that is always a good sign. Long Live this Legion.

So overall a great sort of 'days in the life' look at what it means to be Lois Lane. I suppose now that we have a foundation of Rucka's take, we'll have the new plots become more front and center. But I liked this for what it was, a primer on Lois with some plot seeds planted. And Mike Perkins shines no matter what scenario he has to take on.

This issue had so much story that just worked. The response to Lois' story and her own feelings about the attacks. The Voronova reveal and Lois' demand for vengeance. Her skills in trapping Agger. And then the ending. All worked.

And we saw all of that in this issue without one punch, gun shot, or red cape anywhere. I have been waiting for Lois to shine. Now she has the spotlight all to herself! For me this series has been a big win.

I must admit I really liked these last two issues so Monkey Prince will probably end up on my pull list. As I said before, this is just what a tie-in issue should do. It definitely was tied into the event. But it also kept the main title plots moving. As a new reader, it made me curious to read more. Perfect marketing! Add a solid Supergirl appearance where she shines and I am an entertained reader.

I am loving this. I guess Yang is creating an Eastern DCU! That explains the Blue Condor (like Black Condor). Are they heroes? Villains? Is the Ministry 'good' or 'evil? Why does Kenan's father not trust them? So overall a very full issue of character moments, action, and plot progression. Nothing wrong with that trifecta! Hope everyone is getting this book!

There was a lot to like about this issue which helped fill in some background information on the characters while starting new plots. I love the Luthor moment. The hint at Deilan's origin is very intriguing. I love the subtle introduction of a Bat-Man/Wonder Woman romance. I love Rongpei, the vile jock who can't believe he lost. Even I Ching and his wisdom is a nice addition to the book.

For an amateur comic historian like me, that is brilliant. What can I say, New Super-Man is a sneaky entertaining book. I hope it continues to do well. 

The ending is too good a surprise to spoil here. Suffice it to say, there is either a traitor in the midst of Kenan's life or there are two people who look very similar. I am leaning towards the latter. Whew! That was a lot of story for one issue, especially in this day and age. So that thrills me. But this whole cast of characters and all the subplots have had hooked me from the beginning. It is that perfect mixture of fun, emotion, and action that you want in a young hero book. If you aren't reading this book, you should be.

I really feel like Yang and Tan are firing on all cylinders here giving us enough of the title character to make it feel like it is truly his book while also showing us the big world around him. The League, the origins, the Turtle Spirit, the big bad behind the scenes - it all shows a long form thought around this corner of the DCU. It all feels fresh. I do worry a bit about this book being lost among the other titles. I don't think it helps that DC puts out 4 super-books on the same day. Readers only have so much to spend week to week. Why not spread out Supergirl, Superwoman, and New Super-Man onto different weeks of the cycle?

Whew ... that's a lot of story! And a lot of fun! And great action! And I learned some Chinese culture to boot! I hope this book continues along. It really is a great Rebirth book.

This title continues to maintain a high quality for me. It is always entertaining and definitely has the right mix of teenage humor, coming of age heroics, action, and mystery.

Twenty-four issues in the current market is a nice run. This was a great book. And I am glad Yang got the chance to give us an epilogue of sorts. If you haven't tried this book, look for it or the trades. And I hope Brian Michael Bendis doesn't let Kenan drift into limbo.

I do hope we get a scene where Dick is able to talk to Jon more specifically about the civilian death that happened. But there is nothing like a good team-up to help clear the mind. Can't wait for part 2.

The one thing I will say is that I was disappointed to not see Andy Clarke drawing this issue. Claude St. Aubin was back on pencilling duties. And after hearing that Clarke is going to be drawing Batman and Robin after Cam Stewart's run and knowing Clarke's pace, my guess is we have seen the last of him on art here. Too bad, his style was perfect for this title. All that said, this was a fun brawl-filled issue.

As for Lyrl, I can see it going 2 ways. One, he escapes and becomes a background villain in the title for a while. Or, more deliciously, when Starro the Conqueror gets defeated, the large starfish on Lyrl reverts to a more classic Starro leaving Lyrl a brain-dead automaton. Either way would be fine with me. I really enjoy R.E.B.E.L.S. and this issue showcased the Dox family tree. I read this book mostly for Brainiac 2 so I was glad to see so much of him here. Claude St. Aubin did his usual capable penciling here.

Claude St. Aubin is inked by Walden Wong this issue. It is pretty clear that the two are trying to develop a look for this book, best described by me as 'Andy Clarke dots', where lines are replaced by closely approximated ... well ... dots. It works in most places, although sometimes faces seem to suffer and look awkward. One thing for sure, St. Aubin has a nice affinity for Starfire really looks lovely and sensual in all panels, perfect for her intense persona. I love this book. It almost never disappoints. It is always entertaining.

And I have to say, the Supergirl stuff was inspired. More than even in her own book you got that sense of redemption and growth here. Really wonderful stuff. And, as I have said before, the art here really suits the tone of the book. There is an inky griminess to this book which suits the Reds perfectly. And if Alessandro Vitti isn't available, Jim Calafiore is a great stand-in.

So ... in the end ... I think I have to call this Red Daughter story a success. And that amazes me. I still don't think it needed to happen. The same sentiments that Supergirl showed here could have happened in the first issues of her book. The nurturing mentoring that Guy did here could have been done by Kal. Unfortunately, the first 2 years of Supergirl's own book brought her down the road of isolation and angst and anger (specifically at Superman) that this sort of drastic catharsis and redemption was the only option left. And this story did that. It brought out some of the optimism and heroism in Kara, showed her she can adapt and love. The characterization of the Reds is also strong in this book, particularly the pain that Bleez is weighed by as well as Guy trying to bring some order to the Red chaos. And it is that characterization that will keep me coming back to this book.

And then we see the classic Guy smirk with hope to find a ring and use it for good. No more weariness. No more pain. No more rage. No more self-loathing. No more despair. The name of this story is 'Hope'. Classic.

I said it before, I am not a Scooby Doo fan. But this was just about as perfect an issue as I have read recently. Suddenly I was a 8 year old kid again, grinning like a goof, and thrilled to see the good guys win in a nutty way. Yes, it is nostalgic for an old guy like me. But it works on a kid level too.

Kudos to Miller for showing how a more classic interpretation of Superman can still be a gripping story. Now where is Kara and the Legion? I need Supergirl and "Steph" to team up again!

And Jamal Igle is the perfect choice here, bringing great expressions to add to the words and plot, filling in so much subtle information by his art choices. Another month ... another very good Smallville issue. Just the right mix of action, seriousness, and humor. Wow!

So this was a perfect opening chapter. It showed up enough of the plotlines to get an understanding of the story but there is still a lot that needs to be shown and explained. It continued to expand the Smallville universe, giving us great guest stars. Despite the main story being in the future, Miller still shows us enough of the present to keep the 'small moments' quotient steady. And what a cliffhanger!

So we are staring to see more and more of the pieces of the Faust plot but I don't know if I could put the puzzle together quite yet. But as usual, Miller does a great job moving the plot along while adding all the small flourishes that makes this book work. Whether it is Easter Eggs like Shadowpact or Artemis, or the wonderful quiet character scenes like the Lois/Trevor and Diana/Trevor one, this book has it all - action, humor, character growth. Add to that the incredibly slick art of Jorge Jimenez and this is a winning book. If you love sequential art with flair, I suggest you buy this book.

And Jimenez hit a grand slam here. From the beginning, his stuff has crackled. I truly hope we see him back here (or on any DC book) in the near future. Hooray for this Superman/Wonder Woman book.

We are building to something big here. And we have a whole cast of characters that as readers you feel you know, care about. And that is going to make the eventual tragedy that will happen in this Crisis affect us as readers even more. I just hope it isn't a Nightwing death. But that would be some sort of echo to a Supergirl death in the first Crisis, no?

So another issue of Smallville is in the books and this one is a great middle chapter. The plots all move along nicely. We have some new ripples to contemplate. And we have the return of the Superman family! Nothing but praise here as the team continues to tighten the noose around this universe with a Crisis around the corner.

Can I say, I love that this is Clark giving this speech and not Superman. I wish I could verbalize why. Maybe it is that I think that Clark is the real identity. Maybe because he is fighting for Earth, being in this identity carries more weight. But I thought this was great. The stage is set ... bring on the Crisis.

This is the second issue of an arc and, as such, it does it's job. The plot is moved forward. Whether it is Lex's treachery or bringing together more heroes or even the threat of the Omega Monitor, things progress. And we also get a ton of action here, a perfect way for us to see these characters strut there stuff one more time. I love this book and I will miss it immensely.

And just like that ... it's over. The Monitors have never had anyone actually reverse things on them. They have never had anyone make them blink. And so, they will let this world live. All that's left is the wrap-up next issue. I suppose the world will need to be rebuilt. I hope we'll see Chloe deliver. And I hope we get a drippy, sugary, sappy ending. This world deserves it.

I obviously loved this issue and this book and this universe. I don't think I need to belabor the point. So all I have left to say is thank you to Bryan Q. Miller, Cat Staggs, and all the artists who worked on this book over these last years. I am sad to see this end. That's the biggest compliment I can give a comic.

If a first issue is supposed to intrigue the reader and grab them, this one did it! And, as I said, Takara's work is just stylized enough to complement a more galactic/sci-fi natured story. I hope I run into Takara at a convention some time so I can grab a commission.

So once again, Smallville remains a fantastic book. I love the dual storylines here. I love the expanding DCU here. But Aya! That's just the cherry on the top.

As much as this Lantern story is interesting, I have to say that I love the small character moments outside the arc even more. One thing I don't see too often these days is a solid, well developed, supporting cast. It makes a book so much more enjoyable.  Add to those moments more DCU folks appearing (Freeze, Harley) and the solid Lantern main plot, and you have a great book.

So this was an unexpected treat of entertainment. And most of all it was fun! I can't say that about many comics any more. It is rare for an comic to make me smile. So continued kudos to Sterling Gates. And a welcome to Jeremy Roberts whose art here was streamlined bliss.

So this all worked. Even the little quirks like Damien clicking his tongue adds depth. I am waiting for the first time Jon clicks his tongue at Damien for something Robin has done. I had a sense that I would love this book. I definitely loved this issue. It did just what a first issue should do. Introduced me to the characters. Threw out some bread crumbs to make me want to stick around long term. End with a cliffhanger to get me back in a month. Count me in.

I wonder if Jon being propped up by the Titans gave him a little bit more confidence to stand up to his partner. I love this sort of prickly friendship that we are seeing unfurl here. Just great stuff. So another fun, rapid fire, entertaining issue. I am loving this title. It is just clicking!

This book is such a great and entertaining title. I love these two and their hijinks. So, of course, DC has to cancel the book.

While the Reactron story clearly isn't over at least this chapter of it is. The next issues all seem to be dedicated to Supergirl and her activities on Earth and I'm looking forward to those greatly. But my guess is that when I take a look back, that this character driven issue focused on Alura is going to be one of my favorite issues in Sterling Gates' run. As I have mentioned above, comics work best when words and art come together. I have nothing but good things to say about Matt Camp's art in this book. It is a very clean and detailed style which suits this book well. I have to say in some places it reminded me a little of Geof Darrow. That is high praise. I also thought he did an excellent job in making subtle changes to Alura's face which clearly showed how she has aged from those earlier flashbacks on Krypton to the current events on New Krypton. While I look forward to Jamal Igle's return on Supergirl #50, I think the book is in more than capable hands.

I thought this was a very good issue pushing the plot of Last Stand forward but having Supergirl as the star and not one of a cast of many. The interactions with Mon-El, Superboy, and Alura showcased the character nicely. Gates has such a great handle on these characters. Their lines just seem so natural.

Outside of this interesting first take on the Brainy/Kara romance, I would be remiss if I didn't say that this was another good Last Stand issue with things continuing to move forward. Guest artist Ivan Rodriguez does a fine job here. His Supergirl looks more like a young woman. I also like that he tweaked her S-shield, making it a unique symbol for Kara.

As usual, Jamal Igle's stuff here is top notch. For a story so charged with psychological overtones of grief and insecurity, you need an artist who can convey character's emotions via their expressions and body language. Igle can do that so unbelievably well. That half-smile on the splash page speaks volumes. And BizarroGirl is just a frightening monster. Very nice all around!

And great art as well. I had to include this panel of the Bizarro Sterling Gates inserted into the book by Jamal Igle. Igle has such a handle on the character. I don't have it here, but the panel where we first see BizarroGirl, happily saying 'goodbye' to Bizarro #1 was perfectly playful. On a side note, I don't see any bike shorts on BizarroGirl. Purposeful omission? We still don't know if Igle will remain on the book as no official word (as far as I know) has leaked about that. But, as I have said before, if he is leaving I'll be disappointed. His stuff is just perfect for this book.

Any Reeder's cover is certainly fetching. We know she is looking at the Godship here, fear evident on her face. But the characterization was the key here. The high point wasn't the 'solid vision' win, it was that talk in Sad Harbor as Supergirl finally allows herself to feel a little peace.

It's just spot-on. Kudos to James Peaty. And as I said before, Bernard Chang really is just clicking on all cylinders here. Just smashing stuff.

And you have a heroic Supergirl and a smart and savvy Linda! Talk about a home run for a first issue! Welcome aboard KellySue DeConnick and ChrisCross!!! I really wish we could have the chance to see more than three issues from you!

Now can I deal with her amplified genome? And how did Superboy get there? What I really want to know is what did all of you think?

The title 'Graduation Day' makes me think that Kara will view this battle as the 'trial' she was supposed to go through on Krypton, that she feels she has earned her uniform now. So we have learned more about Argo and Krypton. We have a lot of puzzle pieces that need to merge into a coherent history. And we have a Supergirl risking her life to aid others. Not one 'Hell on Wheels', disaffected panel here! And that makes me a happy fan.

This really was a great issue. It is a wonderful jumping on point so should be promoted as such. It continues to show a compassionate and caring Supergirl, evolving as her time on Earth grows. And it shows she is tough and willing to do what it takes in battle. Add to that her speaking English (at least one word), my own theories about super-intuition, and the typical fantastic Mahmud Asrar art and I have nothing but high marks across the board.

On this Thanksgiving week, I feel I need to thank Mike Johnson for realizing just who Supergirl is at her core, even if this Supergirl is having a rougher beginning than prior incarnations. And great stuff, as always, by Mahmud Asrar.

Of course, this is something of a bittersweet issue. Because as great a Mike Johnson's characterization is here, he is moving on. While I think it took a while for this Supergirl title to find its compass, I think it was pointed in the right direction with Kara heading towards optimism and heroism. And it is always good to see Mahmud Asrar on art. His stuff sings this issue.

If the rest of Nelson's run has this feeling, I will be happy. Add to that the continued stellar art by Mahmud Asrar and I was one happy Supergirl fan.

I bet she gives in initially, a Krypton gets rebuilt, and then either 'Alura' or 'Zor-El' tells her she needs to move on, move away from the madness of that illusion. We are two issues into the Nelson run and so far so good. I hope this wonderfully nuanced and layered characterization continues.

Okay, I am gushing about this issue a bit too much. But the truth is this felt like a more classic take on Supergirl. Take off her Red Lantern togs and put her in a classic S-Shield and this would have been perfect. Tony Bedard, so far, has been keeping to his word and making this arc a redemption story. And, while a long time coming ... and sad that it had to come ... I have to say I am eating it up with a spoon. Add to that Lupacchino's beautiful clean art and Cinar's more ethereal take on memories and you have a winning issue. Hurrah!

In case you didn't get the vibe, I thought this was a great issue. Sure there was some great action of a powerful Supergirl. And yes, the art is just stunning. But it is the characterization of Kara that I loved the most. She is on Earth and accepting it. She is working a job. We see her food shopping and washing clothes. This is her home. And she is suddenly an eager hero, willing to stand up to Superman and tell him he needs to do what's right. Wonderful ... This issue is 2 days old and I already want to read more. So congratulations to this new creative team. Thanks for accepting the past, making Supergirl great and heroic, and moving things forward!  I couldn't ask for more from a 'bold new direction'.

And it is all so beautifully rendered by Emanuela Lupacchino, inker Ray McCarthy, with colors by Hi-Fi. This is a great way to wrap up 2014, showing just how far Supergirl has come over this year.

I have to say that I am enjoying this new direction immensely so far. They have picked up all the character improvements of the year before and run with them, creating a very entertaining book chronicling a young hero. And, most importantly, they have kept a likeable and strong Supergirl in  the book. Gone is all the negativity. Instead we have a smart, powerful, inquisitive hero who wants to help. But she has that little bit of a passionate streak in her, that edge that makes her very reactive when she thinks someone she cares for is endangered. Thanks to the entire creative team!

So this issue was a nice adjunct to the Supergirl Rebirth special. It definitely lays the foundation for the tone of this book. This is an overall caring Supergirl, eager to spring into action and wanting to help. But she doesn't quite feel right on Earth. We meet her DEO handler who isn't helping matters with her prejudice about Krypton and her short leash. We meet the delightfully homey Danvers and their attempts at being the perfect surrogate parents. We meet Cat, cold perfection in haute couture. And we get a great cliffhanger, a tempting offer for a lonely grieving teen. With the stage set, I'm ready for more!

So overall, this was a very engaging and entertaining issue which moved along the plot nicely. But it was the characterization of Supergirl, all the emotions she went through in this issue and her actions based on those emotions that sold me. This book now feels like it has found its footing and is firing on all cylinders. Can't wait for next issue.

So overall, this was a great issue. We got to catch our breath after the Cyborg Superman arc. We got a little bit of closure in the Lar-On arc. And we get to see just who this Supergirl is. She is optimistic, seeing the best in everyone. People look to her for guidance. But she is still young and her life isn't perfect. That moment on the cloud shows that she is still working some things out herself. And the art was very very good.

Even the 'too much power' plot, which we have seen elsewhere, is an interesting little kernel to this story. Maybe Kara will have to have the Parasite leech off some power as a cure? Anyhow, this issue was a complete winner. I am thrilled!

Look, for me this was a near perfect ending to things. I wanted to see more of Kara in school and at CatCo. I wondered how she could be active so much with the DEO and not have those parts of her life suffer. I have never been a fan of Zor-El as the Cyborg and wondered how he could ever be used moving forward; now I don't have to worry. We have a Cat Grant sort of attacking Supergirl ... shades of the Gates/Igle run. And we have the DEO looming in the background as an adversary now. The parts I want to see more of are teed up. The parts I wanted to see less of are pushed on the back burner or eliminated. It sort of feels like a whole new chapter is about to occur.

I really liked this issue. Inspirational Supergirl. All-Star Superman. And family. Throw in sweet art and this was a winner.

Very entertaining issue giving us a peek into Kara's life and worries. While I don't agree with the Danvers 100%, as a parent I know I always want my kids safe. So that thread is fascinating to me. And yessssssss ... Belinda Zee!

I have to say, this comic is clicking right now. I think we have a new focus and a new direction. And the art is beautiful. The Artgerm variant covers are just spectacular.

I feel since the end of the Cyborg Superman story, and maybe even since the end of the Emerald Empress arc, this book has been building momentum.

I know when a book has succeeded when I want the read the next issue immediately after finishing the current one. I want Supergirl #19 in my hands now. Everything about this book, from the origin of the villain to the end of that battle to the teenage romance on the beach to the cliffhanger all worked for me, all beautifully depicted.

That's a wrap folks. My guess is that if the title wasn't ending this week the DEO storyline would have taken a bit longer to wrap up. Given the time/page constraint, I think Orlando and Houser did a very good job. But most importantly we get this coda. Kara is in a very good place and that makes me happy. Hopefully DC builds on this when they send her on her 'new mission'.

So overall this worked well for me. This is really the foundation for this series, the first act of four. We get a very solid sense of Kara's life and the people around her. We feel how unsure she is with her identity, kind of floating through life, this massive mystery in her past. And it all is visually spectacular. Can't wait to see where this is all going.

So yes, this superhero,origin took a couple of steps forward. But truly this was an issue devoted to the greving process. I thought Tamaki showed it very well in all the scenes. This was a touching issue, an honest look at bereavement. Things like this have to be done right or they feel forced or clumsy. This was done right. Things like this have to be done right or they feel forced or clumsy. This was done right.

And will this make her feel even more isolated? Or will it instead make her realize that she has a place here, accepted and loved. I have been very impressed with this series and this issue in particular.

This was an absolute treat. The story isn't a quick read but I flew through it joyfully. I even reread it immediately after I read it the first time, a surefire sign of a fun comic. Can't wait for more. Brilliant.

He has a 'devotion to the preservation of life' while his army is demolishing the city! Excellent use of words and art to tell a story. I do love how the citizens of Metropolis rally behind their hero! Hard to know just how much time has passed between the first movie and this story but it clear Superman is beloved.

And I guess he doesn't want Superman gone because he wants to be the one to defeat the hero.  So yes, I loved this issue and everything about it. I loved it so much I read it a second time before I reached for an unread new comic.

And that chance couldn't come at a better time. Brainiac is shrinking Metropolis. What more can I say, This was an absolute joy to read. Come on DC. Make this an ongoing!

But this is a good cliffhanger. I have to assume the physical threat will end quickly leaving the rest of the pages to sort out all the other plot threads. Will Kandor end up in the Fortress? Regrown on Rokyn? This series has been something special. I am sad to see it go and can only hope we get more. I want a sequel already! And maybe put this team on a Supergirl '84 book!

Hmm ... it looks like I still have some preconceived notions that I am going to have to overcome. But I'll say it again, I liked this issue. I really think it showed just who Superman is. Eddy Barrows art is surprisingly effective here. I picture him doing bigger than life, super-stylized scenes. He seems at home here on a smaller scale as well.

But this all comes together with the art by Alixe who is able to do quiet moments, massive destruction, sterile Colu and sumptuous Noma. I love the soft pencil look here, which works despite the tech-heavy nature of the character. Great stuff. One of my favorite issues from Villains Month.

Anyways, stories like this are few and far between these days, a rest issue showcasing the character of Superman. While old timers like me remember this selfless Superman who emphasized the Clark within him, we haven't seen this too much recently. Of course, I loved it. This issue was the highlight of Johns' brief run for me.

I think this represented what #Rebirth is meant to be. Things are fresh and new and modern. But the classic natures of these heroes, the legends they are built on, are back. And that makes me happy. With this re-introduction behind us, I look forward to whatever the team is going to give us next.

After the Eradicator story filled with genetic cleansing, anguished souls, and pet deaths, I needed this palate cleanser. There was a wonderful sense of joy to this story, the simple happiness of Superman, here to help. But it is the interaction between the family members that I find heartwarming. From Clark telling Lois how much he loves her, to Lois teach Jon manners, to the parents meeting the townpeople, this all worked beautifully. And what better title than 'Our Town', hearkening back to the slice of life play by Thronton Wilder. It felt like a mix of 'The Private Life of Clark Kent', 'Mr. and Mrs. Superman', and 'Superboy' tales from Superman Family. High praise indeed. I have said it since the beginning of #Rebirth. I am really thrilled with the state of the Superman books these days. And this issue was another brick in that wall of happiness.

Regardless of the end game (which I hope gets wrapped up soon), this was a wonderful issue. Clear away all the trappings and you have a touching father/son issue. Add in a dollop of New Frontier and the quintessential comic book battle and you have a real winner!

I thought this was just a fantastic entertaining issue. I love how the sons mirror the fathers. I love how Jon takes the high ground at first but is eventually broken by the relentless attacks by Damien. And the art is just beautiful. Bring on the Super-Sons. I'm ready!

So overall, this was a punch-em-up issue whose highlight was the fight. But I loved that so many little moments of humor and old-fashioned Superman goodness were peppered throughout. And that cliffhanger? Just what is happening in Hamilton? Only 12 days til we find out!

I am anticipating a massive brawl at some point during this arc, all the Supermen fighting who ever this flame-headed villain is. And that is going to be too fantastic. So kudos to Tomasi and Gleason for this arc. I am kind of giddy with it.

While overall this felt a little decompressed, it did what an opening chapter should do. It stoked the fires of mystery and made me want to read more right away. And I still don't know who this Clark is!

But I don't think we are going to get the 'why this all happened' next issue. Or 'who made this all happen'. My guess is we need to wait. Still, this was a hallucinogenic flight of fancy with plot progression and metatextual body blows. I was entertained!

We have all suspected Cobb was more than a kind-hearted neighbor. At least we know our suspicions were right. What can I say? This was a great opening chapter to this new reality. We get some response to the new history as well as the beginning of a new arc. It is clear that the continuity rewrite wasn't seamless. And I loved it.

You can't lose with a Pa issue with me. This one was particularly well done given that Pa learns as big a lesson as Clark. And Jon learns a lesson too.

Call me old fashioned. Call me ancient. I loved this issue. I wouldn't need this every month. But now and again, I don't mind being reminded that these are heroes with morals and ethics and a sense of civility that transcends the tawdry cynicism of these days.

The world needs more Lois stories. The comics need more complex Deathstroke stories. And the world needs comics that look this good. I am happy. Kudos to Bonny and Kirkham.

This just what an opening chapter should do. We get a foundation for the characters and their motivations. The Lex/Superman lovefest was a very fresh sort of take on things. And this ending makes me want to read the next chapter now. But throw in a new Ardora and you have me! Fascinating. Great stuff this issue.

The last page sets up Jon's adventure. But between the very intriguing early pages with Lex and this high stakes shoot-out with Lois, I got two stories that pulled me right in. And I want more. Now. That is always a good sign.

Imperius Lex has been a great arc.

How sad that kids have to grapple with this stuff. I love this issue for the 'very special' story it was. You can't do issues like this all the time. But now and then, giving us the human interest story that reminds us what a great guy Superman is reminds me why I still read the comics, why I am still inspired.

The whole thing crackles with contrast. I hope Brian Michael Bendis means it when he says he is building on things and not erasing the board. I hope we get this same dynamic in his books. But even if we don't, I have had these two years and I have been a happy Superman fan. I haven't always been able to say that.

It is a shame this is all ending. I wish DC could have figured out a way to both appease Bendis and leave the successful super-books they are producing alone. I know Bendis says he is building on this continuity but it is my nature to worry. Suddenly four books which I enjoy are either missing or radically changed. So let's enjoy this while we can!

I am completely conflicted emotionally as this book epitomized the tragic comedy. Amidst the gags was heartbreak. And yet, despite that volatile mix, it all worked. We get one more issue with this creative team. One more chance for me to say thank you.

Thanks one last time Peter Tomasi, Patrick Gleason, and all the artists who have helped out.

That was a white knuckle ride of a brawl issue with spliced in scenes of emotion and ethics. And it all clicked. In particular, that 'perspective' panel progression is pure brilliance. And seeing a young, unscarred, less jaded Jon was a treat. It even made the quick solution to bring Earth back a bit easier to swallow. Nothing like a great Superman issue to make me smile.

Between the Strange/Atom humor, the Kent wisdom, the Lois nod, and this cliffhanger, this was a tremendous issue. Thoroughly entertaining. Thanks to all involved!

And all rendered so beautifully. That is a meaty read.

God, what a bittersweet page. That middle panel of Superman standing alone, long shadows conveying some sadness, is just perfect. I loved this issue. As a fan of Super Sons, as a fan of Clark/Jon, as a fan of the Legion, this hit the mark. And the art is perfect for the content.

I reserve the right to dislike this arc as a whole. But for an opening chapter, this grabbed me.

Peaceful Earth seems about to get stormy! I am really enjoying this arc. And I must admit, I didn't think I would.

Lois is finally finished with her book ... you know the one that made her live somewhere else? I truly love how she won't let Clark superspeed read her laborious work. And I love even more his teasing her that he already did. In fact the whole issue is just a fantastic. The two plots interweave and play off each other nicely. The art is spot on brilliant. And we even get a little Supergirl moment! It all makes me smile!

But the action stuff is really secondary to the very personal discussion Supers is having. And kudos for Bendis for answering the 'does Superman eat' and 'does Superman sleep' question for new readers. I always feel like I could use a refresher since things change so rapidly. No big reveals here. I loved this issue. Another crackling entry. Let's hope DC doesn't reboot everything again and sweep these runs off the board.

We know that this fight will eventually head to Metropolis given the opening splash.But I liked this preamble.Superman now knows this thing is heading to him. So why not meet halfway. Because if it is a nice meeting, he can  greet them. But if it is for a fight, he is far away from people.The first panel, a determined Superman streaking in space is just great.And the last panel showing the impending collision, the words in the middle, is great. And then this moment.Utopica comes out of the ship.And Superman is floored about the newness of this being. This is a new species from points unknown. He is legitimately excited. His stance, arms up palms out, screams 'I don't want to fight'. I guess I like how he thinks the best, prepares for the worst, and is naturally curious.

Superman #27 came out this week and was another example of why I will be missing Brian Michael Bendis when he is off the super-titles. Throughout his run, we have seen Superman as a symbol of hope and goodness and this issue is a perfect example of that. You want to root for this Superman. You want to be this Superman.

So the Jimmy story is my favorite. The Bruce/Diana one was the one I'll be thinking about for a while. And this ending story builds the sort of suspense and anticipation I love in comics. The teacher story and the Pa story both hammer home the truth and honesty part of Superman's character. All in all, a very solid special.

I'll admit this was a quick read. But when you review the content and plot progressions and new elements, I think it is a meaty enough read. And I'll admit that I didn't mind, at least here, for more room for the art to breathe and sink into my eyeballs. Between this book and Action Comics, I feel like the Superman books are on solid creative ground again. And I am thankful!

Now that is a great cliffhanger! Yes, the Parasite and the Banshee are 'defeated' easily. But they are sort of small components of the bigger plot and I am okay with it. Because it is the big story that I am finding compelling. And there are enough 'small moments' in these mini-chapters to  keep me smiling.

I have been very impressed with this book so far. One thing I have to say is that Melnikov is much better suited for this story than usual artist Jamal Campbell. 'The Chained' needs to look scary and grotesque. Melnikov is better for that. Plus a Carl Draper mention! Rock on!

It is all very solid. All interesting. All well drawn.  Plus, some really solid Supergirl stuff.

There's a fun scene where Jimmy is running the Planet. There is scene where we see The Chained recaptured. There is a lot of stuff happening here.  That was some wild ride, just what comics should be. Best of all, I am interested in all the plots here. The Lena plot is definitely the one I am following closest. Hmmm ...

But let's not bury the lede. Somewhere and somewhen, in continuity, Kara cared for a future Brainiac. A Kara/Brainiac 5 romance happened. Long Live the Legion! And kudos to Williamson for respecting Supergirl's lore. I'm betting that Brainiac is being manipulated here. He is shorting out, creating the Queen, experimenting on super-beings. None of that sounds like him necessarily. Give me more!

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.

And Miguel Sepulveda's art is powerful and nuanced. I can't wait to see what he does in Action Comics #900. And no more 'Dark Supergirl'!

Overall, I liked this issue a lot. It pushed the multiple plotlines forward, giving us new information. It definitely was beautiful. And it gave me optimism for the future of these books, even if this Superman is apparently going to die. #Rebirth is around the corner. Can't wait.

It's an okay story but it just didn't grab me the way the other stories did. Part of it may be that Haspiel's art just doesn't work for me. I always have low expectations for books like this figuring they most likely represent a hodge-podge of talent cobbled together. But the last two Superman 80-Page Giants both were top notch.

Later Midnighter even says that he has anticipated every response to this mission that Apollo could have and they all are buzz kills. This 'I can prepare for anyone and know the ultimate outcome' is the sort of invulnerable take on Batman that has kept me away from a Dark Knight comic for some time. It's funny. Morrison might have been the first 'uber bat' perpetrator way back in his JLA revamp. So maybe he's laughing at himself.

Writer Grant Morrison is telling a story of an aging and weakening Superman forming a team to act on his behalf. But as I have said in the past, Morrison is also weaving in comic history, commentary on comic fandom, and a surprising amount of humor. I think Manchester Black is almost a stand-in for Morrison, calling it like he sees it at times.

I'd be happy with either of those. Seriously, this has been a wild ride. I have no complaints. None. How can we somehow slip a graying, older, depowered Superman story right into the current continuity and not have bat an eye. Because it was a good story.

Despite Fuzzy being a flying talking mouse, Superman simply rolls with it, accepting this nonsensical event. In fact he wants to welcome Fuzzy to the family with a super-suit and a trip to the Fortress. Krypto lets us in on one of the secrets of the books. The pets can talk ... but hide it from people. Can't wait to see how Streaky will react to Fuzzy. So it isn't hard-hitting Superman. But it is a joy to read and frankly, it looks like it will be true to the essence of Superman and his family. I'm in!

And in another short, Superman gives Jimmy the famous super-signal watch. Now Jimmy won't be relying on Supergirl's ears picking up his screams from the other side of the planet! It's silly and crazy I know. It includes such Silver Age goodies like Kandor and signal watches. It has the Superman family working together for good. And it has portrayed Supergirl in a very positive manner. Plus, I get to read it with my own kids. What is not to love?

The freshly squeezed orange juice line also harkens back to the Donner films. So nothing to complain about here. It is a fun comic and it portrays an accepted and heroic Superman who is a member of a loving family. It is here that I go for a classic and refreshing take on Superman and his supporting cast.

As I have said before, this comic reminds me about how fun comics can be. And, as usual, this book appealed to the supergirls at home as well as me. That means it is truly All Ages. No complaints about this book. It is like candy for the mind.

These are hard comics to grade. I always enjoy them. I didn't even mention the 2 page Streaky story in the middle. I always enjoy this comic, a book which I think reminds me of how fun comics can be. I hope at some point this book does a 'H'Eck on Earth' storyline!

Now watch it turn out to be Ursa in disguise! As I usually say with this book, no complaints here. This was a great mix of silliness and super-heroics, with a healthy dash of Supergirl!

In 27 short pages, we have an averted nuclear war, 3 super battles, and progression of the Zone exploration story. Whew!! But I love the criminals plans so far. Eliminate as many heroes they can with little muss or fuss. Sow paranoia among the humans themselves. And start to work on whatever big plot they have in mind, one that requires a Lantern battery. And I love how the heroes of this issue are Wonder Woman and Supergirl. They are competent and strong and respected. Just brilliant.

Seriously, this book reads like three book of three different tones. But as I said, it is all Jimmy and it all works. I hope every Superman fan is grabbing this because it the perfect dessert item after the heaviness of the main titles and Lois' relevant solo title.

I hope this book somehow gets continued in some fashion. Maybe a two time a year special? A Superman Family anthology? Hope everyone is reading this!

Seriously, this book is such a balm from the gritty, serious, Year of the Villain, nonsense we keep being force fed. Hope we continue to get Olsen books from Fraction even after this mini-series ends.

This book, month in and month out, is the balm for the dark comics that burn on the shelves. I can only hope, once this maxi-series ends, that we get more of this team and these characters.

I hope we get back to the current plots next issue but seeing that therapy scene, the hiring scene, and that childhood scene really filled in a lot about Jimmy for me, both his internal insight and how he is viewed by others. More people should be buying this book.

A riff on 70s Jimmy, 90s Reign of the Superman, and Gorilla City CNN (ook,ook,ook) all makes this issue a complete win. Everyone should be reading this.

Such a great ending. And such great plot progression. We have three issues to resolve this plot while all the other nonsense plays out around it. I have loved Fraction's writing on Iron Fist, Iron Man, Casanova, and the X-Men. But I honestly think this is his masterpiece. This book is everything.

So more to mull over, more to laugh at, more to smile at, more to marvel about! I will miss this title when it is gone. If DC was smart, they'd have these creators signed up for 1-2 specials yearly moving forward!

And the adventures that Jimmy has had feel ripped right out of the Silver Age, all while tinged with modern sensibilities. This has been a fun wild ride of a maxi-series. I can only pray for a sequel!

This book is a winner. Fraction and Lieber took what looked to be scattershot weird episodes and out of that weaved a story that became more integrated until suddenly you realize you indeed are reading one big arc. And if you haven't been reading it, you missed out on greatness. I am sad knowing I won't be getting more of this book.

Every so often, the comic world gives me a complete treat, a wonderful reminder of why I love the medium.