Christopher Rondeau's Comic Reviews

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I was really looking forward to this comic but I think I am going to forget about it by the next issue. This isn't the fault of the book, it simply was not my cup of tea. If you want the full Iron Man 2020 arc this might be worth a pick up but I think this is a pass.

A distress call comes from a far away and a group of brave space explorers have to travel through alien gates to find out what is going on!

A King's Vengeance #1 doesn't work as a single comic but may be a great graphic novel/trade paperback.

A King's Vengeance #2 is a bloody action comic that is beautifully drawn and presented.

I love that we are seeing characterization from the supporting cast and fleshing out their personalities. In this second volume, the story has focused on Clari and the ongoing fight and I appreciated that these characters were not forgotten.

While the writing wasn't up to the standard I was expecting, the issue's art continues to be better than average and is worth the pick up for that alone.

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I was drawn to this idea of a younger superhero with modern resources and trials. However, I don't think America came out much better than a caricature. I want to see this character fleshed out and perhaps in issue 2 we will see that. The art and writing was decent but it didn't really go beyond a simple idea.

Amazing Fantasy #1 gives us an engaging storyline by taking classic heroes out of their comfort zone. Great work here by Kaare Andrews.

Spider-Man races off to save Norman Osborn from Sin-Eater but will he be able to overcome his hatred for the man?

Ant #1 presented a good well written story but didn't get me invested into the plot.

Antioch #1 doesn't have the charm of Frontiersman but promises a great adventure regardless.

Antioch #2 provides a new superhero world with complex themes and modern concerns executed masterfully.

Arcade King #1 has a ton of promising elements and spectacular art.

Arcade King #2 is an outstanding comic that reads quickly. Check it out if you enjoy action-packed comics with a unique premise.

Arcade Kings #3 introduces an engaging point of view character, offering us a unique insight into the world and setting.

Arcade Kings #4 adds a level of depth missing from previous issues in a fantastic and thought-provoking way.

Arcade Kings #5 provides a great conclusion to a fantastic miniseries where you have to pick up your jaw from the floor based on how great the art is.

Aria: Heavenly Creatures features a great cast of characters and an engaging premise that is worth a read.

Arrowsmith: Behind Enemy Lines #1 brings back a classic story from the early 2000s excitingly and engagingly!

Arrowsmith: Behind Enemy Lines #2 proves to be a well-written series that will be one to look out for in 2022.

Assassin's Apprentice #1 has the difficult task of adapting a novel to comic book form but does so with great skill and interpretation thus far.

Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths #1 provides a great story that features an integral part of the lore in the game.

Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths #2 tells a great story that steps away from the traditional Norse Mythology to tell something new.

Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths #3 tells an engaging reinterpretation of myths that appeal to my modern sensibilities.

In Astonishing Iceman #1, I feel we focused too much on the elements we like about the Iceman character while failing to emphasize the tragedy of the Hellfire Gala.

This is a good one-shot, but it doesn't change my life or give me a lot to think about. It is just a simple adventure that probably sets up the next arc. I'm intrigued but I'm not quite excited.

Belle: Return to Scylla failed to challenge the protagonist, which led to a poor narrative arc.

Belle Cursed is an action-packed novel that fails to deliver any emotional resonance to the situation.

Belle Labyrinth Oneshot is an action-packed story filled with cool easter eggs but lacks the intelligence and wit that the character has.

Bermuda #1 grips us into solid worldbuilding by keeping up a fast pace that doesn't overwhelm the reader.

Bermuda #2 has solid art and a decent narrative but lacks the emotional depth I want as an adult reader. For a middle schooler, this is a great title.

Beware the Eye of Odin #1 provides an excellent start to a promising new miniseries.

Beware the Eye of Odin #2 shows the power of a well-written comic working in tandem with the art.

Beware the Eye of Odin #3 is a spectacular fantasy comic that dives deep into the three main characters.

Mary Jane & Black Cat: Beyond #1 is all over the place and doesn't seem to know what it is trying to do.

Bishop: War College #1 has creative commentary on Bishop's aggressive teaching style and promises an engaging plot line.

Bishop: War College #2 does an excellent job showing us a complex story, but it lacks thematic unity between all the story beats.

Bishop: War College #3 has difficulty balancing the two main storylines but continues to have fascinating and complex ideas.

Bishop: War College #4 intensifies the tension for the overall arc, although it did not function well as a standalone issue for me.

Bishop: War College #5 provides a satisfying conclusion to the series, but it is better suited for reading as part of a trade rather than as a standalone issue.

As a heist story, this book is fairly interesting and has a layer of complexity that I enjoyed.

Black Cat #1 sets up a caper in the King in Black crossover event. With such an enticing hook, the series is sure to be a blast.

Black Cat takes the essence of a good heist story and adds several engaging curve balls.

Black Cat has to make the choice between power or doing the right thing. The creative team did an excellent job portraying that struggle.

Black Cat Annual #1 had a lot of great ideas but simply did not have the space to flesh out those complicated plot points.

This comic makes you think. It isn't designed to be an easy read or fun and enjoyable. Instead, we are taken into a different perspective of recent events that we may not have thought of. This makes it a great read because it reflects modern events.

Black Cotton gives intelligent social commentary to current events involving racism and the relationship of blacks and whites as a whole.

Black Cotton puts emphasis about systematic racism in this issue and does a stellar job about the word choice of every character.

Black Cotton #4 has us questioning the consequences of our actions and how people in power have the ability to ignore those consequences.

Black Cotton #5 continues to shine a light on racial and social issues that are prevalent in today's reality.

Black Cotton #6 masterfully explores the topic of systematic racisms and asks us to explore our own biases.

This comic brings us into the psyche of the Black Knight and his struggle with managing the bloodlust of the Ebony Blade.

This issue failed to explore Dane Whitman's psyche that was set up so perfectly in the first issue. However the ideas of the series are still there and still strong.

The Curse of the Ebony Blade has been an interesting series that explores the psyche of Dane Whitman, Jacks, and Mordred. What we have learned in this issue will certainly give us a thrilling conclusion at the end of the miniseries.

Black Knight: Curse of the Ebony Blade #5 has been a thrilling miniseries that has the best possible conclusion for the plot and the characters.

Black Panther #1 introduces intriguing new ideas but stumbles when delivering the necessary exposition.

Black Panther Legends #1 is a great entry point for someone who is looking for a place to start reading comics.

Black Panther Legends #2 really explores the origins of Storm and T'Challa's relationship in a cool/unique way.

Black Panther Legends #3 doesn't give me the conflict I wanted for this comic issue.

We always see the trope that one decision can change the course of your life and Remender does a masterful job putting out that theme in comic book form.

There is quite a lot to unpack in this story but the creative team has created such an intelligent story. Black Science has been a nice ride throughout its six years and am sad to see it end. 4.5 out of 5 stars for me.

Black Widow is back in this new series! Come see Natasha Romanoff go against the Maggia crime family!

Blade Runner Origins takes us right back into the dystopian setting and brings us untold stories.

This is a good first issue of a new series. It introduces the characters well and brings you into the plot and setting very quickly. This issue has convinced me to check out issue two but I am not committed to the series as a whole. Hopefully this secret that was advertised in the solicitation will become more prevalent.

Break Out #1 is a great introduction that successfully combines science-fiction, coming-of-age, and a heist story.

Break Out #2 is the perfect amalgam of excellent writing and detailed art.

Break Out #3 is a great story that suffers from a long publication schedule.

Break Out #4 did a fantastic job within the short four issues it had and is a good pick-up when the trade comes out.

Briar #1 has excellent ideas that I hope the creative team can pull off throughout the series.

Broken Souls Ballad explores the darker trauma of teenagers who have been turned into monsters.

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I really enjoyed the book. I'm not really familiar with the comic book universe but I remember Alyson Hannigan's portrayal of the character well and enjoyed the coming-of-age story. I enjoy the subtlety in the art, the writing, and the intellectual approach to the story. I'm kind of on board to read the entire first arc and will be returning to the series for the next issue.

Willow was drawn to the city of Abhainn and it is filled with mystery. What secrets could this small town in the middle of nowhere holds?

Willow realizes that Abhainn is filled with witches and is determined to figure out the reason why they are here

Willow has been a great series. The art has been very well drawn, the colors are vibrant, and I love the writer's patience in his reveals. Heck, it took us four issues for the antagonist to be revealed!

Willow and Aelara face off in a battle of wits and magic!

By the Horns tells a classic story of revenge and places it in a unique and engaging setting. Lots of good ideas coming from this book.

By the Horns has an engaging setting that the protagonist exists in. I'd pick this one up just to see how cool a unicorn hunter actually is!

The introduction of Evelyn provides a great foil for Elodie and I am excited to see where they take both of these characters next issue.

By the Horns #4 provides an action-packed novel that still emphasized character growth within the narrative arc.

By the Horns #6 executes a wordless comic with great skill and finesse.

By the Horns #7 concludes the first story arc in a creative, intelligent way.

Cable is fearless and I think every brave leader needs a little bit of fear to make him cautious. I hope to see him fail so he can overcome the obstacle and learn the important lesson.

Man, I feel like the theme of family is one that I am not going to get over. Cable has been kind of a crazy title where he is dating all the Cuckoo's twins and overall being a daredevil, aggressive protagonist. He is more cautious with his family and that is fairly nice to see. This duality has incredible depth that makes me want to return to the title to explore more.

The event is quickly coming to an end and I don't know what the result is going to be. Perhaps it was a cop out to have Krakoa get so many points this issue but regardless the tension is returning. The helplessness of the Contest has ended and now it is coming down to the wire.

This little guy gives us hope to the heartless! Immediately as a reader I want to root for him despite being a fictional character.

Canto makes the difficult decision of sacrifice and we fall in love with him even more.

The point of the story is not the final goal but the journey to get there. It doesn't matter if Canto succeeded at the Emerald Tower or not. Simply the act of trying his best pushed his movement forward.

Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty #2 presents a lot of good plot hooks that threaten to overcomplicate the story.

Captain America: Symbol of Truth #1 has vivid imagery and dynamic action but didn't hook me into the plot.

Captain America: Symbol of Truth #2 makes interesting decisions that seem to go against the theme of the story arc.

Noble was written so well that in one short book, I wanted to root for him and ultimately felt terrible when he sacrificed himself. The art was so well drawn that I can feel the sadness in everyone's eyes.

This issue was able to explore thought processes of the characters rather than erratic emotions they had during the moment of disaster.

The story was good, I enjoyed the art and the aesthetic of each and every hero. I just wanted a little longer epilogue. The series as a whole is a good jumping on point to see this rather young superhero universe.

Children of the Vault #2 is a well-made comic that provided a philosophical conversation I was not expecting.

Clear #1 has a great premise but lacks a balance between the art and the writing.

Commander Rao One-Shot is an engaging comic book with complex themes. Commander Rao is a flawed character that does the impossible.

Conan is shown in different stages of his life through different creative teams. While not all the styles were too my liking, the story is well told and well assembled.

It was a comfortable read that tells a good story and showed great characterization of each hero presented.

I thought the artwork quality fell a little behind from previous issues, many story elements weren't resolved, and the conclusion felt lackin

Crashing #1 made us attached to the main character and created empathy for her complex situation.

Crashing #2 incorporates Rose's monologue to provide new insight into her battle with addiction in an engaging way.

Crashing #3 combines high emotional action with intimate drama in an artistic way.

Crashing #5 has a thrilling conclusion to complicated themes in an accessible way.

The Tales of Exandria: The Bright Queen #1 is a fantasy comic that caters itself to fans familiar with the title.

The Tales of Exandria: The Bright Queen #2 fails to get my attention and seems to ignore genre expectations without justification.

The story has a strong narrative arc and good ideas. Unfortunately, the depth of the web show doesn't translate well to the comic book page. Without the voice actors using inflections to deliver these lines, the story feels a little flat.

Critical Role has proven to have great stories with depth. Unfortunately, this issue only showed us the action of a tabletop game.

The art was exquisite in this arc. I liked the use of colors. In one scene, Grog and some of his companions are riding through the woods and we get a huge splash of green. When he has to fight Drath's influence, the colors tint to red.

Vox Machina Origins III #6 seems like an exposition for the next series rather than a thrilling conclusion to the current one.

Cult of Ikarus #1 tells another vampire slayer story with an engaging and intense art style.

Cult of Ikarus #2 is a coming-of-age story that has us focusing on the art to push the story forward.

Cyberpunk 2077 comes to comic book form! Explore the world of Night City through the eyes of Nadia; a member of the Trauma Team.

Cyberpunk 2077: Blackout #1 goes into a dark theme with great care that provides a thought-provoking comic book.

Cyberpunk 2077 is dark, gritty, and a strong story. With a solid foundation, this miniseries is certain to be a good one.

Cyberpunk 2077: You Have My Word #2 explores how far a parent is willing to go to avenge their child.

Nadia is trying to save a client but the client killed Nadia's previous trauma team!

Nadia is here to save the day! However the person she is here to save is the killer of her previous Trauma Team.

Nadia's decision at the end of the story sets up what the world of Cyberpunk is all about. It is gritty and it is unfair.

Dancing with the Dragon #1 gives us an engaging new protagonist who is desperate enough to go into a life of crime.

Daredevil and Echo #1 did not have the familiar marks that define these characters.

Despite an intriguing and engaging plot, Daredevil and Echo #2 fails to establish a strong connection with some of its characters.

Daredevil #1 has solid character design and is visually attractive. Elektra looks great in her Daredevil outfit, and the coloring is excellent. Despite some layout design concerns, this book has good art and solid writing.

Daredevil #2 is a page-turner that elevates Matt's relationship to his old identity compared to his new one.

Daredevil #3 invested me in the story, and now I will pick up the rest of this story arc with no questions asked.

Dark Ages #2 sets up a great new world that is a joy to explore.

Dark Ages #3 introduces the same themes and tropes you would expect from modern continuity. This is a lost chance to tell new unique stories in an unique setting.

Dark X-Men #1 has a ton of promise but introduces too many characters for the page count it has been given.

Dark X-Men #2 has some fascinating ideas that could pay off in future issues.

Dark X-Men #3 has a ton of failure without the emotional weight needed to make the loss enjoyable.

Conceptually, Dark X-Men #4 has some great ideas, but the execution in this issue falls short.

The biggest issue with this story is that Deadpool doesn't seem very witty. There were some quirky moments involving Gwenpool and a scene involving ice cream but the dialogue simply wasn't engaging.

Deep Cuts #1 is a fantastic experience as the creative team dwells deep into the history of Jazz music.

Demon Days: Cursed Web #1 has some really great ideas that get a little lost in translation.

Demon Days takes a new idea and an unique artistly and applies it to Marvel characters. Most of the ideas worked, some of them didn't, but I think this is set to be a solid series.

Peach Momoko has created a beautiful world for us to explore. With a great world setting, it sometimes feel that the characters are secondary to everything else.

Devil's Reign #1 provides a great hook into a cool new event for the Marvel Universe.

Devil's Reign #2 is an excellent example of how to handle a Marvel event without overwhelming the reader.

Devil's Reign #3 does a great job focusing on the Kingpin and Daredevil while giving the rest of the cast solid moments in the spotlight.

Devil's Reign #4 shows us how unhealthy obsession is and its ramifications on a person's mind and attitude.

Devil's Reign #5 shows us how far Fisk is willing to go and changes the tone and direction of this Marvel event.

Devil's Reign #6 cements the partnership of Elektra and television in a super engaging way.

Devil's Reign: Omega #1 does a great job telling a concise story while providing exposition for future Marvel storylines.

Devil's Reign: Spider-Man #1 sets up a strong story that shows that a good team is not hard to find.

Superior Four #1 does not feel like a Devil's Reign comic book and instead does its own thing.

Superior Four #2 has an excellent premise that doesn't deliver on the promises of the Devil's Reign event.

Devil's Reign: Superior Four #3 gives us fun, quirky character designs that are engaging to look at on the page.

Villains for Hire #1 does an excellent job exploring Fisk as a character but doesn't give any depth to the main characters of the title

Villains for Hire #2 has exceptionally created depth and excitement in minor characters.

The strength of the story, the tension between strong characters, and a captivating art style compels me to add this to my reading list.

I was happy to finally see Matt get some spotlight. Seeing him talk about his family, approach other characters, and really see his struggle with his abilities was something I have been anticipating for a while and it was delivered well.

Die has continually impressed me. It is a book that tells a good story, has flawed characters, and most importantly gives me something to think about.

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Angria is on the verge of war and our heroes just want to return home. Will our heroes be able to sort out their differences and leave Die?

Our heroes need to prevent a war in Die while still trying to figure out how to get home. To do so, they meet up with H.G. Wells!

Matt is in rage and grief. In his anger, he targets his two party members who made him miss the death of his dad.

Die #18 is ramping up for a thrilling conclusion but still manages to add complexity and character development for its protagonists.

Die #19 tells a story with a difficult theme with a skillful and respectful hand.

Die #20 offers us a thrilling conclusion to an amazing series that pushes the boundaries of the artform.

Disney Villains: Hades #1 failed to capture the distinctive voice and charisma of the title character.

Distorted #1 introduces a fascinating world that trusts its readers to read between the panels to understand the characters.

I think the theme of Doctor Who has often been identity. Many of the companions learn more about themselves as they experience new things with the Doctor.

Dragon Age: The Missing #1 hits that nostalgia factor but may not be a good entry point for those unfamiliar with the fandom.

Dragon Age: The Missing #2 hits the nostalgia factor well with exciting art and engaging characters.

Dragon Age: The Missing #3 has an excellent balance of plot, characters, settings, and conflict that shows a great understanding of the fantasy genre.

Dragon Age: The Missing #4 does everything a comic book storyline of a video game should do and does it exceptionally well.

What I wanted was a story of comradery between Queen Freya and Siggy to overcome both the villain and Sigurd's inner demon. What I received was a story about how two god-like government figures who were using people like Sigurd as pawns in their war games.

I really like the idea of this book and I think this title is very promising. However, I just wanted more family interconnectivity that this book did not have. Now that the technology is finally introduced, hopefully to see the family have more dialogue. I want to see tension between the kids and the parents while dealing with this odd "demon" threat. I think the foundation is there and I am enthused to find out how it is executed in the future.

I really enjoy this story and the themes. Since I became a parent, stories with strong parental figures seem few and far between. Most comic books seem to have broken families as a cornerstone of every protagonist. Visually the story is stunning and the writing is solid in this issue and I want to know more. I want to know the secrets of the parents and I can't wait for issue 5.

The Glass Family are trying to save Val's life by meeting with an old friend.

The Glass Family must figure out how they are going to navigate through the brutal Silver Bay!

The story as a whole is very strong but their was a dip of momentum in this issue.

Dryad's strongest asset is one of family. Unfortunately, the family unit has gone their separate ways this issue.

The introduction of Yale's extended family puts a lot of insight on the family values of our main casts. Great technique and skill from the creating team as they portray the larger theme of the story.

Considering that the target demographic isn't for 26 year old me but more likely for my two year old daughter, the story is quite well written. The narrative arc has a rise and fall of tension and wraps up nicely for someone with a kid's attention span.

If you are a fan of the lore of Forgotten Realms and D&D, this is a must pick up. And if you are not familiar with the world, I think this is a good story regardless and worth your attention.

The story is meant as a tie-in to the latest D&D adventure that was recently published. Usually, these tie-ins to large adventures don't interest me at all and they tend to just be a publicity grab. However, the comics that Wizards of the Coast have published recently stand really well on their own. While I think the writing team struggled introducing the entire cast in one issue, the story has the foundation for a great adventure.

A solid D&D adventure set in the frigid north. Filled with action, comradery, and betrayal, this series is certain to be exciting

At the Spine of the World is a story that a classic D&D adventure. With unique party dynamics and a quest to save the world, hopefully the dice will roll in their favor.

This comic brings us to the conclusion we expect with skill and grace.

I love the ideas but it does feel like they are just pushing their new module Descent into Avernus rather than creating a good story.

Dungeons and Dragons: Mindbreaker #3 (of 5) gave us deep themes but presented them in an unsatisfying way.

Dungeons and Dragons: Mindbreaker #4 paves the way for a new generation of heroes in the Forgotten Realms!

Dungeons & Dragons: Saturday Morning Adventures #1 has many excellent ideas but lacks character depth within its opening issue.

Edge of Spider-Verse #1 has a lot of fun ideas but leaves me confused about the main threat.

This series doesn't have the excitement or magic I usually get from Spider-Verse titles, but it is getting there. With an assortment of talented writers and artists, I am excited to see where the plot line goes.

Eight Billion Genies #1 does an excellent job setting up the rest of the series by introducing the essential characters and establishing them before introducing their exceptional inciting incident.

Conan the Barbarian is thrown into the Empyre event! How will he handle himself against the plant-like Cotati!

I have enjoyed the Empyre event and this was a sweet ending to the story. I have been rooting for Hulking and Wiccan since I knew about their relationship and glad to see it finally come to marriage. While this issue was mostly resolution and didn't have much to talk about, I think this is a good read regardless if you having been following the Empyre Event.

Captain America recruits new Howling Commandos and prepares for a fight against the Cotati! Our red, white, and blue hero is certain to lead his men into a riveting fight in these Marvel Crossover event!

Eternals: The Heretic #1 shows a depth of character through a single conversation between two major villains.

Eve: Children of the Moon #1 takes a promising new direction to the series that promises to tell a good story.

This book serves to warn the reader about climate issues through the eyes of a young protagonist who doesn't quite understand what is going on.

The theme of global warming is presented in a way that is engaging and relevant to modern day life.

Eve: Children of the Moon #2 uses excellent writing techniques to make an engaging story.

Eve #4 provides an excellent amount of character depth to Eve but doesn't ramp up the conflict for its resolution next issue.

Eve: Children of the Moon #4 makes bold creative choices that reinvigorate the miniseries finale.

Eve: Children of the Moon #5 is an excellent premise that falls short in its pacing due to too many ideas for its page count.

Eve #5 provides a great ending to the series but falls a little short as a single issue.

I really enjoy the direction of the books in the last few issues. While Wolverine and Storm felt like heroes who rejected their family; this one felt like an acceptance of one. Hopefully these characters will be adequate foils to each other as the event continues.

The contest isn't as riveting as the previous issues foreshadowed. I am hoping that the next few issues are going to have more depth than simply a "I pass this challenge and you pass that one." I think the ideas are there but they aren't paying off quite yet within the story as a whole.

I knew that Annihilation had an army behind them and they telegraphed that they were going to use it. Why else would they spend so much time explaining the horde of Arakko demons? I find myself disappointed that we did not get an all out brawl between the two teams within the tournament. But maybe that is more on me then the quality of this book.

I think this is a great series that really makes you love that primary character. I really want him to succeed and I want to learn more about the world that is built here.

ExtraOrdinary #1 presents us with Charlotte's antagonist in a believable, if not misguided, way.

Extreme Carnage Alpha #1 introduces familiar characters but adds an unexpected and complex theme to the story.

Extreme Carnage: Scream #1 had the opportunity to make meaningful decisions but instead relied on a WOW factor.

Extreme Carnage: Phage #1 picked up the narrative pace and it feel behind last issue. We are slowly beginning to understand how to overcome Carnage and whatever his grand design may be.

The Extreme Carnage event has had a lot of good moments but suffer from a lot of characters that don't always feel necessary at the moment they are introduced.

Firefly takes a new cast of characters and rehashes old themes.

There is a lot of subtlety here that you will only get by paying close attention. The flashback with archer's family is one such moment. While Archer's interpretation is that his parents grew old and they loved him; but it is far from the truth.

Fortnite X Marvel: Zero War #1 pays excellent tribute to both franchises but spends a lot of time catching up on previous events.

Frontiersman #1 sets up a great premise to what could be a very, very long comic run.

Frontiersman #4 is doing a great job creating a unique take on classic superhero tropes!

Frontiersman #5 feels like a well-established hero has been around for decades, and this is remarkable hard to achieve in only five issues.

Frontiersman Lock-Up Special shows us the storytelling potential of the modern adult superhero.

I really like what they are doing with Agents of Atlas but I think this is the character I am least supportive of. The art was good and it is needed to get a complete story. My suggestion is to pick this up if you are trying to get the full Agents of Atlas experience but pass if you aren't following the main title.

We haven't seen many Asian superheroes and saw this as a chance to really do something new. Unfortunately, this story was cookie cutter and gave us a story we have all seen before.

Luna doesn't seem to have those struggles at all and her main setback seems to be a healthy amount of doubt. What ended up bothering me is that Luna Snow seems too perfect

Gambit #1 has an excellent premise but suffers from an imbalance between text and visuals.

Gambit #2 provides depth to a fan favorite character and a new perspective about his loyalty to the people he cares about.

Gambit #3 shows the abilities of Gambit as a leader, fighter, and thief but lacks the interpersonal moments I saw earlier in the miniseries.

Gambit #4 does a great job developing the character of Gambit but rushed aspects of the plot and story.

Gambit #5 had a lot of love and consideration for the title character and supporting cast.

It is an interesting idea and the theme here is that Johnny Blaze is trying to keep his power and will go to full lengths to assert his authority. In other words; power corrupts.

Ghost Rider: Vengeance Forever #1 does a magnificent job paying tribute to all incarnations of the Ghost Rider.

Storm goes to the World to try and rid herself of her virus! With Storm, Monet, Cypher, and Fantomex be able to find a cure?

Fantomex is a well-thought out book that treats its readers as intelligent beings as opposed to giving the answer on a silver platter.

Giant-Size X-Men: Thunderbird #1 at its base level works. The art is well drawn and colored, and the writing offers a lot of great ideas. I just think the execution could have been a little tighter.

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The book had the opportunity to take a beloved video game character and do cool and new things, but choose to Kratos staggering alone without direction or plot.

Godzilla vs. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #1 is a fun crossover that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Good Luck #1 sets up an interesting and complex world with a diverse cast of characters, which is the right recipe to be a great miniseries!

Zodiac didn't have the page count to explore the nuance of the story it was trying to tell.

Mystere has a good setting and mythos that has the potential for great stories. This book serves as a reintroduction to the title character and the world.

Mystere: Divinity shows us an introduction to another hero but fails to provide depth to the supporting cast.

I really liked the dynamic the creative team has set for the book. There is a man vs man, man vs government, man vs nature, and a man vs self element to it. And usually, I would be overwhelmed with the bleakness of such a story but in this case, I'm intrigued to see what happens next.

Harbinger #1 gives us a reintroduction to Peter Stanchek in a way that is easily digestible to new readers and thrilling for people familiar to the world.

This isn't the strongest series to come up with the X-Men revamp but the themes are rather engaging. I love the darker tone that is coming out of this and X-Force and I enjoy most of the characters that are being featured in this series. At the very least, I will be picking up the next issue to see if they can continue the momentum. My fear is that the middle issues are going to be much of the same thing and not bring anything new to the table.

I like the X-Men crossover event as a whole but this one felt very out of place. It did not feature a mutant looking for a sword but rather a way to circumvent the rules that have been set out. Tactically, this makes perfect sense for the story but it felt out of place in the narrative arc. It is like one set of writers is going right while this one took a sharp left.

This issue felt like exposition to the Hellions title rather than a middle issue in a giant event. And that kind of frustrated me but perhaps there is going to be a tie in that I am unaware of.

I admit that I don't normally follow the Hellions title. Their role was so engaging in X of Swords that I decided to give the series a second chance. Unfortunately, they did not live up to my expectations. There are a lot of good ideas here but there seems to be a lot of characters and a lot of ideas that spiral out of control. So we only get mere glimpses of what the characters are going through rather than giving the space they need to grow.

The issue raises up the age-old question of what is humane and what is not.

Helm Greycastle presents us with a brand new world influenced by Mexica/Aztec world culture! Great new work with a good cast of characters.

The story wasn't seamless to me. I found myself confused from page to page trying to keep track what was going on.

Helm Greycastle #3 continues to explore Mexica/Aztec fantasy in an exciting new way but the issue didn't give me the character depth that I wanted.

Helm Greycastle #4 provides an exciting conclusion to this story arc. While, there were some pacing issues, overall this is a high recommendation from me.

Heroes Reborn gives us a chance to see what the world without the Avengers is like. The creative team provides engaging worldbuilding and solid ideas to show off this new reality.

Heroes Reborn provides a unique perspective on the Marvel World by taking out the Avengers. This issue shows us a bit about Hyperion and his misguided point of view.

This issue looks into the hectic life of Blur. Like Blur, the story was all over the place and didn't land the way it should have.

Conceptually, this story does a lot of things correct. Enough things to get an emotional reaction out of me about Doctor Spectrum and Rocket.

The most interesting part of this story was how much I hated Nighthawk and his whole approach to being a "hero".

Princess Zarda and Thor work well as foils that allows both characters to be dynamic and unique.

Heroes Reborn #7 shows us that the Squadron Supreme of America are relatable people right before they go against the true heroes of the universe; the Avengers!

Peter Parker manages to be a hero of sorts in the end, even without ever being Spider-Man.

Weapon X & Final Flight gave a great reimagining of Wolverine in the Heroes Reborn World. This sort of creative thinking is riveting on the page.

In this alternate timeline, we get to see Magneto take on the role of protector rather then aggressor. This change of role leads to an engaging new twist on the classic hero team.

Seeing Luck Cage and Matt Murdock in these roles in a clever play on ideas that I wish was explored a little more.

This issue gives us a borderline satirical work into why Hyperion is the way he is. A fun comic that shines a light on the main Heroes Reborn title.

Hexware #1 tries to do many cool things to set up the series but sometimes overwhelms the reader.

Hexware #2 hits its stride and finds an engaging conflict to propel the story.

This book is difficult to talk about because without the plot hook, I have no idea what the theme or message is. And I want to know so bad because the cast of characters seems to be fairly dynamic and unique.

Hitomi #1 provides a great start to the plot, but I lacked a connection to the characters.

Hitomi #2 presents some incredible concepts but doesn't have a solid plotline to engage a casual reader.

This is an extremely beautifully written book, and it doesn't shy from issues that are close to home. It is going to make you feel uncomfortable at times and some art is meant to challenge you. I'm reminded of the social commentary that comics consistently do.

Home portrays the struggles of immigrants trying to seek Asylum in the United States and challenges us to see the real issues in the world.

Horizon Zero Dawn: Liberation #1 provides a lot of good backstory but fails to hook the reader into the main plot.

Hulk #1 didn't provide me with enough new content to hook me in.

Hulk #2 provides a lot of cool ideas but doesn't make them exciting in this issue.

Hulk Annual #1 engages the reader with its unique themes but falls short of engaging side characters.

Hulkling and Wiccan #1 managed to show that love overcomes in a well-paced and colored story.

Immoral X-Men #1 had many good elements and sections I was lukewarm about. The premise is good, but the application is rough in parts.

Immoral X-Men #2 provides excellent ideas that haven't been seen in the Sins of Sinister event.

Immoral X-Men #3 explores the complex characterization of Sinister without giving the new revelations the time it needs to create impact.

Immortal X-Men #1 made an excellent decision having Minster Sinister be our perspective. His inner monologues are engaging and worth a read.

Immortal X-Men #2 is an exceptional comic that shows us the strength of Hope Summers.

Kieron Gillen does a great job writing an engaging script for every character he introduces in the story.

Immortal X-Men #4 provides excellent characterization for Emma Frost in an engaging way.

Immortal X-Men #5 impressively sets up how the mutant nation of Krakoa will handle the Judgement Day event.

Immortal X-Men #6 reminds the reader why Sebastian is on the Quiet Council and what he can contribute.

Immortal X-Men #7 details Nightcrawler's psyche, but I wasn't 100% on board with this creative decision.

Immortal X-Men #8 uses Mystique as the point of view character, but she still doesn't feel like the main protagonist of the comic.

Immortal X-Men #9 sets up the next issue but doesn't give Kate Pryde the attention I was expecting based on previous issues.

Immortal X-Men #10 is a fascinating comic that portrays complicated writing ideas in an accessible way.

Immortal X-Men #11 is a dynamic book that resolves lingering feelings from the Sins of Sinister event.

Immortal X-Men #14 introduces a multitude of storylines that lay the foundation for compelling comics. Nonetheless, the risk of overpromising and underdelivering in future installments looms.

Immortal X-Men #15 has some pacing concerns but still appeals to my senses for writing a well-thought-out story.

Immortal X-Men #16 is a masterful book, but I still feel confused about what will happen next.

Impact Winter #1 provides an excellent context for the source material and makes me want to learn more about Darcy and this crazy world.

Impossible Jones #1 is a solid new series that introduces us to a nuanced protagonist.

Impossible Jones #2 sets up engaging worldbuilding but looses the characterization of the protagonist at times.

Impossible Jones #3 is an excellent premise with a great protagonist but suffers from some pacing issues, in my opinion.

Impossible Jones #4 gives a great conclusion to this series and a hook into the next one.

The Incredible Hulk #1 provides a captivating premise for what could be a thrilling series, although it's important to understand that it incorporates significant horror elements.

Inferno #1 has some great ideas that needed a little bit of reorganization to have that engaging start.

Inferno #2 pays us a lot of cool surprises and engages the reader from the moment they open up the first page.

Inferno #3 seems to just be there to push our characters to whatever Inferno #4 is going to be about. This isn't a bad thing, but as a stand-alone issue I don't think this comic works very well. I would recommend readers to wait for the trade paperback if they are not currently following this series.

Inferno #4 is a deep comic that shows us the cracks in the Krakoan government!

The Invincible Iron Man #11 doesn't naturally fit within the Fall of X event but still tells a decent story.

Iron Cat #1 provides depth for Black Cat, who often felt like an attractive love interest and thief rather than a real character.

Iron Cat #2 provided excellent background information but didn't move the plot forward. However, the use of color was exquisite.

Iron Cat #3 has excellent complex ideas intermingled with a fair amount of fun.

Iron Cat #5 wraps up all story points well, albeit safely.

Heart of the Dragon is a good comic book but fails to add any depth to the character or setting.

Jean Grey #1 revisits an existing narrative rather than introducing innovative concepts.

The characterization of both our protagonists are spectacular. I can see their dynamic personalities and what I can expect from them right from the first issue.

The book had such a good first issue that I found myself disappointed with the quality of this one. This series is 12 issues long and I hope that they aren't trying to stretch a 6 issue story into 12 issues. Most mini series have a tendency to be fast paced and have too much information and it is interesting to see this book have the opposite problem. I want this series to do well because I enjoyed the Netflix prequel but I am losing faith after this issue.

I really like the world that the series has created. It is fairly unique and explores an old concept in a new way.

Sometimes writing in an established world with established characters is very difficult. On top of that, Hup gets his development in the Netflix series. This arc is simply Act One but we don't get an Act Two where Hup is the main character until the show. However, if you look past that to some of the other characters; you will find deep character development and a rich lore.

All-Maudra Mayrin and Kam'lu are stuck in a raft after being attacked by a scary sea monster! They must rush back to land to help smooth over diplomatic relations and prevent a civil war.

All-Maudra Mayrin and Kam'lu must escape the Mondo Leviadin and reunite the Gelflign people!

I am sad that the Netflix series was cancelled because there is so much depth to the world that will not be explored. This comic set the seeds for what could have been a great season 2 but unfortunately this may be the last Dark Crystal content we get for a while.

Jim Henson's The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #1 is consistently good and deserves more attention for the ability to tell a simple story incredibly well.

Jim Henson's The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #2 shows an endearing tale of an Apache woman that connects well to the reader.

The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #3 isn't a comic that you read for colossal action sequences and dramatic moments. It is a love story between a man waiting for his wife. The best part of this story is that the characters' small actions have significant development for the characters.

The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #4 tells a unique story that is darker than the previous issues in the series.

This comic book gives a glimpse into Akan folklore and a new culture worth of stories!

This book does a great job capturing a new story featuring a culture that many people are not familiar with.

The Storyteller allows us to explore folklore that many would be unfamiliar of. This is a well told story by the creative team but it didn't have the lessons that you normally associate with a myth.

I applaud the fact that the team kept the story high tension throughout the whole issue. All I needed was creepy incidental music to really set the mood.

The book is well drawn and I appreciate the attention to detail. I enjoyed the shading on the clothes and I feel like you can see every single fold and wrinkle. This attention to details adds a huge amount of depth to the story and complements the powerful dialogue. I applaud the creative team on this book.

Clem is trying to deal with her emotions after the death of her family. She has the option to sell out to the mega city but we all know she isn't going too.

Juggernaut is back in Manhattan working Demolitions for Damage Control!

Juggernaut sets his eyes on the destructive Hulk to earn his redemption!

Juggernaut is facing another enemy. Will he be able to survive the Manhattan Justice System?

Juggernaut is proving to be a very empathetic character despite the brutality of his actions.

For me, there is no such thing as a perfect comic book. However, this story was engaging and caught me off guard. I cannot wait to see what they do with the character.

Junk Rabbit #1 has a ton of exposition to understand the setting, but once you make it past that, you have an engaging premise with a ton of promise.

Eddie as a hero is a dynamic character that I never expected would work. This book proves how wrong I am.

The theme of an evil Santa did not mesh well with Tony Stark trying to overcome his grief over the death of Eddie Brock.

This title gives us a glimpse on how Wiccan and Hulkling's love is blossoming after their wedding.

The stories adds a good glimpse into the world but does not add much plot to the event itself.

The book is not a new concept and doesn't tell a new story. I think Thor fans will enjoy this book but for a new reader; I would point them somewhere else.

Knights of X #1 looks like a really engaging plotline, but it is difficult to know based on what information we got. Regardless, the art style is solid, and the writing nicely sets up the whole series.

Koshchei in Hell #1 reminds the reader about the Hellboy mythos and sets up the narrative arc but doesn't bring in new ideas quite yet.

Legion of X #1 has a lot of great ideas, but they were too numerous for a successful exposition to a new series.

Legion of X #3 promises significant conclusions but gives a depressing vibe within this specific issue.

Legion of X #4 is a thrilling story exploring the philosophy of religion between Arakko and Krakoa in a spectacular way.

Legion of X #5 explores complex ideas that unite Krakoa and Arakko in an incredible way.

Legion of X #6 is a thrilling interlude that provides insight into one of Krakoa's most volatile characters.

Legion of X #7 presents a riveting new story arc that continues the remarkable story seeds from the previous volume.

Legion of X #8 has a ton of complex motifs presented in a digestible way that does threaten to overwhelm the reader.

Legion of X #9 is a complicated idea with many potential moments, but it feels rushed in its execution.

Legion of X #10 expresses a ton of complex plotlines in a way that informs but doesn't overwhelm the reader.

Lifeformed #1 hooks you right into the action and presents a solid plotline that makes you beg for more!

Little Guardians #1 is a good book with a solid main character but explores ideas that I don't know are suited for all-ages.

Loot is a book about a young treasure hunter that might be too headstrong for her own good.

The relationship between the Swordsman and Quoi is explored in this one-shot! Come see why these characters have decided to wage war on all animal life!

Sequoia is an interesting villain because the Celestial Messiah seems almost secondary to the Cotati people as a whole. Now in this issue, we get to the root of the character and his motivations.

Love and War #1 is a solid story that immediately attaches you to the protagonist.

Lucky Devil #1 has us wondering if Stanley is the protagonist or antagonist of this story.

Cullen Bunn does a great job hooking us into Lucky Devil #2 and the development of the protagonist Stanley.

Lucky Devil #3 does a great job bringing the characters to the front of the story.

Lucky Devil #4 is a thoughtful ending to a unique miniseries.

The Lunar Ladies #1 presents a new miniseries about a society under the surface of the moon. It is well written and has a solid narrative structure.

Come check out the journey of Bruce Banner who turned into the tyrant of Maestro from the superhero Hulk!

Every time I see a strong man comic, I just assume it is going to be action packed with lots of flashy explosions. This comic is not that but rather a deep reflection about humankind killing themselves and what that means. It is intelligently written and an amazing interpretation of Hulk in a dystopian future.

Hulk heads to the town of Dystopia in the far future! However, who he finds isn't the person he was expecting.

I generally don't like fights between two strong people. Watching superheroes punch each other isn't the most interesting action in comics. However, I like Hulk's story progression and how he slowly becomes more of a schemer. While I don't believe the way they justified the change was needed; the story was still strong.

Maestro shows us the descent from hero to villainy and what powerful man can do if they choose to abuse their power.

Maestro's second arc had a strong start but couldn't keep up the pace in the second half of the issue.

Maestro challenges us to figure out who to root for: Tyrant Hulk or Doctor Doom.

Maestro presented a predictable situation and caught me completely off guard. The story kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time.

Maestro: War and Pax shows Bruce Banner's continually transformation to become a tyrant as more and more of his friends betray him.

The final issue of the arc didn't tell us anything new about the title character, which left me wanting more.

Maestro: World War M #1 continues the Peter David run of Maestro with a ton of moving plot points to engage the reader.

Maestro: World War M #2 lacks the depth in Maestro as a character that the story once had.

Maestro: World War M #3 shows a depth for the secondary characters we don't find in Maestro.

Maestro: World War M #4 had some excellent components but didn't emphasize the main plots or characters.

Maestro: World War M #5 wrapped up the story points but failed to excite the reader.

Magic: The Hidden Planeswalker #1 makes ambitious choices that work well on the comic page.

Magic: The Hidden Planeswalker #2 explores the character of Vess in detail at the expense of pacing. However, the art is spectacular.

Magic: The Hidden Planeswalker #3 has a pleasantly good narrative arc that provides a great story despite initially being a card game creature.

A fun all-ages book that shows us that the people in charge aren't always the morally correct one.

Often in the stories I have read, I have associated Shadowcat as a minor character and a romantic interest to Colossus. Now I see her as the protagonist leader she was meant to be.

Kate Pryde has perished and is unable to be revived. It seems like Krakoa has lost one of their greatest mutants and one of the best people.

Kate Pryde is back from the dead and plotting her revenge against the Black King!

Storm heads to Wakanda to acquire the sword needed to fight against Arrako!

This comic really shines a light on how weak some of these new protagonists are as characters. The enemy team is largely unknown and they don't have the same amount of depth as the X-Men do. Hopefully during the next few issues, we can elaborate on some of the characters a little bit. If I can't connect to most of these antagonists then what is the point. Otherwise, it is just fight scene after fight scene.

I think this may be the first issue in the event that I didn't really enjoy. I don't believe that the focus was in the right place. The creative team instead tried to feature every single character in this rather large cast of characters. This is what happens when you have nineteen sword-bearers and one host within this entire event.

The story was not seamless, but it gave everything it needed to in a good way. The art compliments the tone of the writing and had great detailed backgrounds that added to the story. Great work here from the creative team.

The script was well designed and it jumped from present day storyline to flashback to create depth in the story.

I don't know if this series is going to be any good yet but I am optimistic. We are seeing a foundation with a wide range of characters and themes for the creative team to explore. I am excited to see what they do and I hope and crave for a good story.

I love the quirkiness between both of the protagonists in the story. The creative team took the time to really develop some of these characters and ideas. It really shows a care for the work that they are doing.

This issue shows the generational gap between Captain Marvel and Ghost-Spider in a relatable way to young readers.

Captain Marvel #2 shows us an importance of having a balanced life.

Marvel Action Origins tells a familiar story to a young modern audience will great skill and finesse.