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.

I like the look of the book and I enjoy the art style. However, the prologue and the crew didn't grip me as it should have. The art was riveting and I think that saves the book as a whole. I understand that it is difficult to get a story out when you have a page limit.

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.

Morbius is a dynamic character that deserves dynamic plots. This particular issue isn't it.

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.

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

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.

Disney Villains: Cruella de Vil #1 fails to deliver an engaging narrative or captivating characters for the reader to latch onto.

I think this book is going to suffer from trying to do too much in a mini-series. The cast of characters were too big and there is a lot of information missing in lore development that I doubt the writers will have time to approach.

Murder Hobo is a book that doesn't take itself seriously and is filled with crude humor. Good at what it does but not what I want.

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.

Sonic the Hedgehog: Fang the Hunter #1 has a compelling premise that only scratches the surface of what the story could be.

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.

Deadly Hands of Kung Fu: Gang War #1 is a solid idea that doesn't have the page count to bring it fully to life.

Deadly Hands of Kung Fu #3 wasn't given the page count and resources to shine with these complex ideas they were exploring.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

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

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.

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!

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.

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

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.

Moon Knight Annual #1 had interesting artistic choices, but the story lacked anything for me to grab onto.

New Mutants: Lethal Legion #1 failed to grab my attention but showed potential for the remaining miniseries.

Primordial #1 had some great ideas but lacked an engaging main character to hook us into the story.

The book is incredibly drawn and I think there's depth here. I just couldn't find it by reviewing this book out of context. I wanted more emotional impact here. Both from the characters and a reaction in myself. I wanted them to sweat a little more and panic but they just simply succeeded. Even Juggernaut seemed in control of himself, stating he didn't want to to kill the dragon.

Storm #1 did not engage me, and I struggled to connect to the content. If you read X-Men titles in the 80s, then this will be enjoyable for you.

Stranger Things: Tales from Hawkins #1 fails to set the right tone for the type of story it is trying to tell.

Sword Master heads to the Nu-Wa Tribe to try and understand the sword of Fu Xi!

The Ones #1 has a massive cast of characters that develops into a complicated story. But with only four issues, can the series follow through on the literary promises it made in the first issue?

Sometimes writers forget about their supporting cast and forget to let them shine in the stories they are featured in. They become stock characters with no growth when they are set up to be three dimensional and Beast Boy is no exception. To see Beast Boy getting protagonist treatment was a refreshing change of pace.

X-Force: Killshot Anniversary Special #1 has a great premise and plot that is overshadowed by the amount of characters that were included.

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.

X-Terminators #1 features adult themes and skimpy outfits that go from one action scene to another.

X-Terminators #2 is a fun issue growing more nuanced as the story progresses.

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

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

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

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.

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

Critical Role Tales of Exandria II: Artagan #1 will only be attractive if you are familiar with the character Artagan from the web show.

Critical Role has built a company off of a tabletop game. They have pushed successful content for years now. However, this iteration of the story doesn't have a place, and I think this could have been a great series with a more robust vision.

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

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

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.

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

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

Mary Jane and Black Cat #1 have a lot of exciting ideas that aren't executed because of its role in the larger event.

Realm of X #1 boasts a plethora of promising concepts but may feel overshadowed when positioned alongside other X-Men comics within the context of the Fall of X event.

Realm of X #2 works in the scheme of a larger story, but as a standalone, not much happens.

Realm of X #3 boasts commendable writing and art individually; however, their fusion into a cohesive unit remains challenging.

I'm not entirely sure of the intended purpose of this story. While the concepts are intriguing, they weren't presented in a manner that resonated with me.

Shang-Chi is a decent action book, but it lacks the depth I want from my comics.

X-Men '92 #1 is an excellent idea on paper but didn't live up to its potential.

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.

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.

Planet Hulk: Worldbreaker #1 shows us the legacy of Planet Hulk that promises a ton of action and a return of the Hulk to Sakaar.

Planet Hulk: Worldbreaker #2 doesn't provide a solid protagonist and instead introduces many characters that hog the spotlight.

Planet Hulk: Worldbreaker #3 introduces many Hulk characters for the sake of including them, which distracts from the story's central themes.

Planet Hulk: Worldbreaker #4 struggled to find its pacing, leaving the reader confused and a bit frustrated.

Planet Hulk: Worldbreaker #5 did not meet my expectations but provided beautiful pages and a conclusion to the miniseries.

I appreciate writers who want to take the time and explain why their science/magic thing works. It just shouldn't have been done all in one issue.

Watching how Abigail treats her team sets a tone that is unlike anything else currently being published in the X-men titles.

X-Men Unlimited: X-Men Green #1 has a terrific premise but lacks the proper execution to get the story up and running.

X-Men Green #2 had many visual and plot elements to manage, and the creative team did a fantastic job wrapping up this complex storyline.

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

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.

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.

Supernatural creatures meets the wild west! Good premise and an engaging start.

Midnight Western Theatre #3 has excellent ideas but seems to have a hard time focusing on what is important.

Midnight Western Theatre #3 gives us a new perspective that gives us more questions then answers.

Unfortunately, the big end fight just didn't have the weight of the story or felt meaningful.

Overwatch: New Blood #1 does a great job showing us the personality of a fan-favorite character.

The Never Ending Party #1 has many confusing elements that take a few read-throughs to understand.

X-Men Legends #1 sets up an excellent premise but makes some interesting choices that don't hit that nostalgia pull for me.

X-Men Legends #3 is an excellent comic for people who enjoyed the original Mojoverse introduction but may fall flat for the new reader.

X-Men Legends #4 didn't fulfill the promises I interpreted from X-Men Legends #3, leading to a disappointing conclusion.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Rogue and Gambit #2 show us the difficulty of marriage in a superpowered world, a theme I don't often see in the X-Men universe.

Rogue and Gambit #3 doesn't pay the best homage to this complex and unique relationship, instead favoring plot development over character development.

Rogue and Gambit #5 deliver engaging character development, but unfortunately, the plot doesn't quite hit the mark for my personal tastes.

Black Adam is often viewed as the anti-hero and even a straight up villain at times. However, he is the more relatable character in this issue.

In this issue, we see her strength and intelligence in solving this simple crime by incorporating a very important idea. Pay attention to the small stuff.

Unless you are trying to read the complete the Villain of the Year crossover event, I think this is a pass.

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

Anansi Boys #1 had a lot of great characterization, but I'm unsure if the next issue will cover what interests me.

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

Astonishing Times: Rise of the Kokin #1 falls on many tropes that many comic readers will enjoy.

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

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

Black Widow and Hawkeye #1 had an excellent premise but did not focus on what I wanted as a reader.

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

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.

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Cable #1 creates an engaging antagonist but feels out of place in the larger continuity.

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

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

Dead X-Men #1 presents a complicated concept that isn't easily digestible, and the creative team is doing their best within the boundaries they have to work within.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons Saturday Morning Adventures #1 introduces two iconic characters but still manages to keep the focus on the kids.

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.

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

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

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

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

Hercules #1 is well-written and designed, but I'm unsure if the character will resonate with modern audiences.

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.

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

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

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

Labyrinth #1 is a faithful retelling of the 1986 movie, but it will likely struggle to captivate a new audience.

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.

Life of Wolverine #1 does a great job honoring a fantastic character but doesn't introduce any new elements for veteran readers.

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.

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.

Moon Knight: City of the Dead #1 is a whirlwind of fast-paced and captivating ideas that will excite any reader, but it sometimes runs the risk of overwhelming them.

The Ninja Scouts #1 is a great book for a middle school or younger reader but doesn't have much to latch onto for an adult.

The theme has so much potential to tell a great story but I hope it is not ignored in favor of action scenes. I like a good action book but I want those scenes to help develop a narrative and develop a theme. This is a good book and has a lot of potential but it did lack a certain finesse.

Orcs is a great book that is designed for young readers. If you enjoy tongue and cheek humor then pick this book up!

Tracer is forced in the middle of the Omnic underground. The factions that have arisen in this story catch my attention the most and I am curious to see how Tracer navigates through it.

Phenom X #1 has a lot of great ideas but doesn't seem to focus on a theme early on in the story.

Powerpuff Girls #1 is an excellent comic but may fail to capture new readers unfamiliar with the source material.

Quest #2 has a lot of heart and soul that falls into classic fantasy tropes with a Southeast Asian aesthetic.

There was something interesting about watching a robot kid talking to a human bartender while the cyborg Rai is fighting the Anarcho-Baron Clan.

Robyn Hood is an engaging hero and vigilante. However, this issue focused more on the mystery of the Iron Maiden as opposed to the title character.

I could not grasp the themes of Sabretooth #1 and therefore lost interest as the story progressed.

Shang-Chi #7 provides a lot of background information that is engaging but doesn't connect us to the title character.

Space Jobs #1 tries to subvert expectations but fails to nail the landing in my eyes.

Spider-Gwen: Smash #1 is well drawn, has a strong sense of narrative direction, and will do well in the hands of the right person.

Spider-Gwen: Ghost Spider #1 tells a good story but doesn't convince us that this is the right direction for the character.

Spider-Gwen: Ghost-Spider #1 lost momentum by introducing too many popular Spider characters simultaneously, shifting the focus away from the title character.

It is beautifully drawn and colored and is well executed with what the writer intended to do. If you liked the movie or previous comics with this topic, then this is a must pick up.

I find it hilarious that I always pick up these #1 Star Wars comics in an attempt to get a deep and personal Star Wars story and instead get a kids book. The themes are simple and understandable for a young reader and that is what the book sets out to do. However, as an adult I don't think that it connects very well to me.

Star Wars; Yoda #1 tells a well-thought-out story but doesn't present any new ideas about the Star Wars Universe or the title character.

Strange Academy: Miles Morales #1 introduces two great titles that hold a lot of promise but lack character depth in the introduction issue.

It was a nice touch to actual history and the creative team understands how different people approach this topic. I look forward to exploring the theme a bit more through the creative teams interpretation.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles/Usagi Yojimbo: WhereWhen #1 plays to Stan Saeki's strength, which is the characterization of Usagi and his crew.

There are really good story ideas here that I think pay off in future issues. I'm not 100% on board with the art of the story. It is good but ultimately not my cup of tea. This issue has a huge accomplishment for Oona with the defeat of Loki but I think the best of the story is yet to come.

The Impure is a fast-paced exciting book that has a promising future.

During the first read, I was on the figurative edge of my seat through the encounter with Ultron Pym. I love the idea of Ultron Pym trying to find love and the conversation about humanity and what it means to be human.

The only scavenging left is the corpse of dead deities. and everyone wants a piece of that action!

X-Men Forever #1 finally answers some questions to the reader that will provide needed insight into what is going on.

Fall of the House of X #1 ushers in the themes of the next era of X-Men. And those themes are survival and war.

Fall of the House of X #2 applies too many plot points for the reader to keep up with and lacks the characters' reactions to situations to create more nuance in the conflict.

Fall of the House of X #3 finally leads to the conclusion of Orchis versus Krakoa, and while that feels good, it has some questionable narrative decisions.

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.

Luke Cage: Gang War #1 hooks you right into the event with dynamic ideas and a political element.

Luke Cage: Gang War #2 has all the right ideas but not enough page count for proper execution.

Midnight Suns #1 does a great job introducing the plot and inciting incidents but doesn't have enough page count to connect me to the characters.

Midnight Suns #2 has a fascinating concept that may live up to its full potential if the creative team can nail the protagonist's characterization.

Midnight Suns #3 provides many good moments that make you want to know more about the character's interpersonal relationships.

Midnight Suns #4 sets up the final issue but doesn't stand well outside the context of the series.

Sabretooth and the Exiles #1 proved to have nuance in the characters and plot that I was not expecting.

Sabretooth and the Exiles #2 gives an insight into some new characters that could be significant players in future X-Men titles.

Silk #1 promises an exciting new story for an underappreciated character.

Silk #2 offers us a new mythos featuring superheroes that deserve more space in the Marvel Universe.

Silk #3 portrays the struggle of Cindy Moon as she tries to balance work, superhero responsibilities, and sleeping.

Silk #4 was not as strong as the rest of the issues in this story arc, but I remain optimistic that this issue will lead to an exciting conclusion.

Silk #5 provides a satisfying conclusion to a phenomenal series.

Bloodstone #1 does a great job of introducing these siblings in a way that pushes you to learn more about them.

Strange Academy Presents is a fun little story but lacks the depth that I normally expect from this title.

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.

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.

Daredevil #4 provides consistent work for the series while still pushing great characterization of Matt as he balances his life as a devil and a priest.

Daredevil #5 seemed to change the tone of the previous issues, which made it feel like a filler despite being part of the narrative arc.

Despite its fantastic action scenes, Deadpool and Wolverine: WWIII #1 did not hit the beats to hook me into the story.

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #38 tries to tackle too many ideas too fast, making the pacing rushed.

However despite the great idea, I think the writing is overshadowed by the art in the comic scenes. The artwork is much stronger than the story being told and often you are distracted from the dialogue because of how dynamic the art is.

Mystique #1 reintroduces Mystique as a villain, surrounded by mystery and danger.

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I enjoy this title and I like the mystery that the creative team has created. Unfortunately, this issue didn't emphasize those aspects. While the action was good, it isn't what I want. I do believe that the next issue will bring back the suspense and detective work that I have enjoyed. 3 out of 5 stars for Robyn Hood: Justice #2

Robyn Hood made a choice that justice and the safety of many people was more important then proving his innocence. A choice that leaves me perplexed about the concept of vigilante justice.

Shang-Chi's past is coming back to haunt his current peaceful life!

Boba Fett proves to be a great point of view protagonist but I'm unsure about this event as a whole.

The Ultimates #1 provides a unique modern retelling of the setting while introducing iconic heroes into this new universe.

The Ultimates #2 struggles with balancing the plot, the characters, and the settings due to the sheer amount of content they have to pack into a single issue.

Wild Cards: The Drawing of Cards #1 does an excellent job taking us into the mind of George R.R. Martin to see his world of superheroes.

Wild Cards: Drawing of Cards #2 has excellent action scenes but doesn't give the reader a lot of emotional attachments to engage them.

Wild Cards: Drawing of Cards #3 points us in a new direction by introducing a new character but doesn't give the reader enough to connect to the previous two issues of the comic.

Wild Cards: Drawing of Cards #4 tries to tell a complicated story that I am unsure if it sticks the landing.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

My Little Pony #1 is a remarkable story for a younger audience that tells an important lesson.

My Little Pony #2 takes great strides to provide depth in the narrative arc and the protagonists.

My Little Pony #3 returns to the episodic one-shots you would expect from the series and does so in an engaging way.

My Little Pony #4 does a great job exploring the relationship between technology, influencers, and their audience.

My Little Pony #7 failed to engage my daughter and me as it usually does.

My Little Pony #8 is an excellent comic for its target audience and gives a healthy reminder of simple lessons.

My Little Pony #9 is an excellent narrative storyline and story points that make this story a solid pickup.

This comic ends the Discord story arc, and the Mane 5 gained a powerful ally. But with the theme of unity ingrained in the series, a chaotic lord will indeed cause trouble. My Little Pony #10 provided great food for thought and complex ideas. With all this characterization, I am thrilled to see who the creative team introduces as the next antagonist.

My Little Pony #11 backtracks on the characterization of Pip that slowed down the momentum the series had initially built up.

My Little Pony #12 is a story that is too complicated for extremely young readers but too simple for older readers, leaving a gap in its target audience.

With a simple yet impactful storyline, My Little Pony #14 imparts a valuable lesson, making it an ideal read for young audiences.

My Little Pony #18 has a great story providing solid characterizations of Zipp and Pipp.

My Little Pony #20 shows the meaning of sisterly love through an engaging narrative arc.

Robyn Hood #100 effectively showcases the evolution of Robyn Locksley over the years; however, it falls short of offering substantial new content or developments beyond that.

Robyn Hood: Heart of Darkness seems to focus more on establishing the villains than setting up an engaging story.

Robyn Hood: Home Sweet Home does a great job tackling complex topics but is not a comic for everyone.

Robyn Hood: Goldilocks explores Robyn's relationship with her mother and how that affects her in the present day.

Robyn Hood: Night of the Hunter is a great introduction to another good storyline from Zenescope Entertainment.

Robyn Hood failed to become a hero in this story which made the comic feel underwhelming.

Robyn Hood: Hellfire is a simple well written comic that explores the beginning and end of an intricate relationship.

Robyn Hood: Spawn of Nyarlathotep skillfully executes nonlinear storytelling but falls short in providing sufficient page count to cover the entire narrative arc.

Robyn Hood: Last Stand seems to be trying to set up a future storyline rather than focusing on making this comic great.

Robyn Hood: Shadows of the Past is an excellent culmination of Robyn Hood as a character as she finally gets her footing in the world of magic.

On paper, Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #1 is an excellent idea, but there aren't enough pages to clear up some of the confusing sections.

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #2 manages to expertly capture the devastation and history of the world without compromising the impact of the plot.

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3 is one of the best showings in the Sins of Sinister event, and I wished we had kept this pacing up in earlier issues.

X-Men: The Trial of Magneto #1 explores many types of grief as we explore the consequence of the Scarlet Witch's death.

The Trial of Magneto #2 continues with the characters trying to process the death of Wanda and it almost leads to more violence and bloodshed.

The Trials of Magneto #3 had a genre shift in the middle of the series that felt jarring and inorganic.

X-Men: The Trial of Magneto #4 tries to do a lot of complex things and has a hard time juggling all their ideas within the page count of this miniseries.

X-Men: The Trial of Magneto #5 provides an excellent ending to this miniseries and addresses grief in engaging ways.

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.

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.

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

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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?

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.

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.

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.

Nightcrawlers #1 takes the philosophical questions of current Nightcrawler comics and tries to jam-pack them into a short event to decent success.

Nightcrawler #2 is an excellent story that suffers from too much explanation of the world around them.

Pathfinder: Wake the Dead #1 faces initial challenges in transitioning from its original tabletop game format to the comic medium. However, now that this initial obstacle has been surmounted, I have high hopes for the future of the series.

Pathfinder: Wake the Dead #2 shows the strength of the Pathfinder lore but needs a little more character depth.

The grief of Marian is relatable and riveting. Seeing her trying to balance coping and doing the right thing makes for good comic book writing.

Robyn Hood Annual #1 does a great job bringing a cast of characters together to tell this story but there was so much packed into 70 pages that it felt rushed.

Savage tells a story of a young kid trying to adjust to society. Sadly, I don't think the creative team went into the depth they could have.

This issue brings out the creative team skill to tell a good story and add depth to their characters.

Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings #1 is an excellent hook for a new story arc focusing on how Shang-Chi handles power.

Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings #2 presents new ideas that could make or break the story arc.

Come check out the podcast turned comic book in this comedy space opera! Join unqualified Captain Tucker and his crew as they fight against the "Nothing"!

You know, for a comedy comic book I was pleasantly surprised about this story. I read it at the right time for the story to ring home. Perhaps this is the correct time for a story like this to come out. If it was at a different time, I don't think this story would have entertained me or have been effective.

X-Men '97 #1 hits the nostalgia feels while also appealing to my storytelling sensibilities as a 90s kid.

X-Men '97 #3 is a solid book that came out at the wrong time.

Zawa + the Belly of the Beast #1 doesn't have the page count to get us attached to the characters, but the setting shows a ton of promise.

Zawa + the Belly of the Beast #2 picks up where the first book left off and continues to improve.

Zawa + the Belly of the Beast #3 slows the pacing and destroys the momentum from previous issues.

Zawa + the Belly of the Beast #4 has excellent art and linework but lacks the strong characterization that previous issues had.

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!

Ms. Marvel & Moon Knight #1 lacked the page chemistry to make this issue from good to outstanding.

Ms. Marvel & Wolverine #1 has excellent artwork and compelling characters but lacks a potent antagonist to pit the title characters against.

Ms. Marvel and Venom #1 has a youthful personality as Ms. Marvel teams up with the scariest Marvel hero!

Spider-Gwen: Gwenverse #1 is an excellent comic that provides depth to Gwen Stacy's character.

Spider-Gwen: Gwenverse #2 moves at a fast pace. Too fast for my liking.

Spider-Gwen: Gwenverse #3 is an excellent book for a younger audience or anyone interested in the character.

Spider-Gwen: Gwenverse #4 sets up what is sure to be a dynamic Finale next issue!

Spider-Gwen: Gwenverse #5 wraps up the character development of Spider-Gwen thoughtfully and respectfully.

The Schlub #1 introduces a character you aren't sure you're supposed to like and follows his interactions with the world.

Schlub #2 provides an exciting insight into the human psyche, offering some food for thought about the human condition.

The Schlub #4 is an excellent comic but is sometimes visually busy on the page.

Schlub #6 is an excellent conclusion to the story's first arc, but I still have many questions I want answers to!

X-Factor brings back an old X-men title and gives in a crime investigation flair! Check out Northstar, Polaris, Prodigy, Prestige, Daken, and Eyeboy solve mutants who have been killed.

X-Factor Investigations is back in business! With a new team, they head into Mojoverse after receiving a mysterious package.

X of Swords continues with the resolution of Apocalypse's mission and the start of the story arc as a whole.

What this book establishes is that a threat is real and we see the death of many mutants on the island.

I really like the premise of the brains and the brawns. It is a trope that is often used in narrative fiction but this comic executes it well.

Wolverine is in hell looking for Muramasa but his enemy in the X of Swords tournament is also here!

The Contest of Swords is underway and the Champions of Krakoa prepare to fight to the death!

X-Men Legends takes us back in time and explores a great story featuring a theme of family.

The Summer's family tree gets much more complicated when Scott and Alex Summers finds another long-lost sibling!

This issue brings us to the great X-Factor run of the 1980s and leaves me with fond nostalgic memories.

X-Men Legends #4 gives us a lovely reminder of the great 1980s X-Factor run and provides some context for the Judgement War storyline.

X-Men Legends #5 returns us to the Peter David run of X-Factor. The story is well written and the art is in that great 80s style.

X-Men Legends #6 uses the framework of a court case to provide us with interesting depth and complexity to the story.

X-Men Legends #7 does a good job returning us to the Larry Hama Wolverine run but doesn't translate well to a modern audience.

X-Men Legends usually hits a cool nostalgia factor for me. My family mostly read X-Men comics, so I remember reading a lot of these older runs when I was a kid. However, I struggled remaining interest in this one. Not to say that it was a bad comic, but it wasn't what I wanted. 3 out of 5 stars for X-Men Legends #8 from me.

X-Men Legends #9 took a very complicated setup and concluded it with great skill and finesse.

X-Men Legends #11 was a poor representation of what this creative team can do. It didn't give the reader much to grasp and relate to. Ultimately, this issue only provided some background context to the older run of New Mutants this comic is based on.

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.

Daredevil: Gang War #1 has excellent artistic direction and narrative structure but introduces a bad guy who feels out of place with what the introduction promised.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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 enjoy these slower moments quite a bit. While I don't think the art or the coloring was as vibrant as previous issues in the arc, the writing was quite phenomenal. This is an issue you can probably skip in the scheme of the event but I have found this to be the most enjoyable so far.

This book brings us an exciting new title that gives us a unique interpretation of Robin Hood and his Merry Men.

Phoenix Song: Echo #1 does a tremendous job introducing Maya to us but lacks support from any of the other characters.

Phoenix Song: Echo #2 introduces us to a complicated storyline that has the potential to tell a great story.

Phoenix Song: Echo #3 does a great job in taking Maya Lopez and proving she is a contender in the Marvel Universe.