Howard Smith Comic Reviews

Overall, Absolute Flash #1 is a great book to read alongside the other Absolute comic books. Since this is the beginning of young Wallys journey into a new version of the speed force, its best to say that readers should be reading this one as well. Its moving on a path thats unpredictable and worth getting on board with. Be sure to check this comic book out at your local comic book store or online where books are sold. Lets see what kind of Speedster is together.

Overall, Absolute Flash #2 is a fun story to read. As Wally tries to piece together everything thats happening to him, hell have to decide the world he wants to see for tomorrow. If he can escape the task force, that is. Be sure to check this comic book out at your local comic book store or online, where books are sold. Its getting better and better.

Overall, Amazing X-Men #1 is a great comic book thats leading to something significant in the making. Readers do not want to miss out on the events transpiring in the future, as it correlates with the current running X-Men series. You can pick this comic book up at your local comic book store or online, where comic books are sold.

In terms of action, future technology, and aliens, Blood & Thunder #1 provides exactly that. Its a fun read for readers who enjoy reading new stories. Its worth picking up and looking at. You can find this brand-new comic book at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold. Blood and Thunder just might have their hands full in the next issue of this series.

Overall, Cable #1 is a fantastic read that fans of Cable will kick back and enjoy. Its fun to see two Cables working together as that doesn't happen too much at all. The story is unfolding at a fast pace, so who knows how the outcome will turn out. Will just have to see what happens next in the upcoming issue. Be sure to pick this comic up at your local comic book store or online where copies are sold.

Captain Planet #1 is shaping up to be an exciting series that just might be on someones reading or pull list. For those who have never heard of Captain Planet, this is the perfect time to start reading. Its filled with something magical, and people should be reading to get into something new. If readers are still interested, you can pick this one up at your local comic book store or purchase it online where they are sold.

Children of the Vault #1 is one of the X-Men stories that add additional information missed in the lives of mutant kind. This comic book will potentially be a part of the stories coming up next if there must be anything with the Children of the Vault involved. Be sure to pick this one up at your local comic book store or where copies are sold.

So, the Children of the Vault are up to no good yet again, but the only defense against them is Bishop and Cable now. Children of the Vault #2 has given readers an inside scoop of whats to come next. Undoubtedly, the next issue released of this series just may turn out to be a two-man army besieging the Childrens floating citadel. Well, well just have to wait and see. Dont forget to pick this issue up at your local comic book store or online where these copies are sold.

That being said, I truly appreciated the amount of time and craftsmanship that went into creating King-Size Conan #1. It was a pleasure to sit down and read from cover to cover. If you or someone who you know want to explore the world of Conan, pick this up.

Overall, Count Crowley: Mediocre Midnight Monster Hunter #2 is a fun read. It has a monster movie flick with passion written all over it. Be sure to pick this comic up at your local comic bookstore or where copies are sold online.

Overall, Count Crowley: Mediocre Midnight Monster Hunter #3 is a pleasant read that most readers interested in the occult would enjoy. Jerri is still learning the ropes of being a monster hunter, but thats if she can last that long in this line of work. If you want something different and strangely good pick this issue up at your local comic book store or where copies are sold online. You dont want to miss the next issue!

Overall, Count Crowley: Mediocre Midnight Monster Hunter #4 is a fun story to read or share with someone who enjoys the same genre of interest. Its full of twists and turns and the story isnt over yet as there is bound to be more to transpire in the comic book. Be sure to pick this one up at your local comic book store or online where copies are sold. Hopefully, Jerri can find her way out of this. Dont miss it!

Overall, I enjoy where the comic is heading. I believe the event has just begun. People should really consider picking this one up, because I have a feeling something amazing will present itself.

Dark X-Men #1 should be one the comic book readers should pick up to know about whats going on with characters after the fall at the gala. The mutants housed by Xavier are not the only mutants around and how they make a difference remains to be seen. Be sure to pick this issue up from your local comic book store or online where copies are sold. Dont miss out!

Dark X-Men #2 leaves readers on a cliffhanger of sorts. It possesses more questions than answers and does a good job of keeping readers intrigued for more. Gambit has trouble trusting her and Havok with a new member of the X-Men, but hes not wrong to do so. However, this series is still underway, and it feels like the Dark X-Men might bite off more than they can chew. For more, pick up this issue from your local comic book store or online wherever copies are sold. Theres no telling how this story will unfold, so dont miss out.

In conclusion, DC K.O. #1 is a hot comic book to get into right now. For those who are on the fence about reading this story, its a vital piece to the grand story DC is telling right now. Readers shouldnt miss out on this one at all. Be sure to pick this one up and your local comic book store or where comic books are sold online.

As a conclusion, DC K.O. #2 stands as a comic book worth reading that will have readers anticipating who will come out on top at the end of the story. It doesnt look good for anyone now, but just maybe the tides will turn in the heros favor. Be sure to pick this comic book up at your local comic store, or you can purchase it digitally online to keep updated with the progress of the story. There can only be one King Omega, and who will it be?

As a standing point, DC K.O. #3 is without a doubt a great comic book to read. As this is a big event happening in DC right now, its important to note that the outcome that happens in this comic book will shape the remainder of the series. For those who find an interest in this story or have been following along since issue number one, you can pick this up at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold. Tag Team matches are fun, but this match is for keeps.

Overall, DC K.O.: Superman vs. Captain Atom #1 avoids becoming a lackluster reading experience and comes off the hot print press ready to be enjoyed. It puts two powerhouses together in a cage and sees who comes out on top. Readers might want to pick this one up at their local comic book store or online, where copies are sold.

In other words, I can't wait to see what Issue #2 will be like. I hope it will be just as entertaining as the last.

If youre looking for another adventure in the world of Dungeons & Dragons or if youre just getting started, then look no further, because this comicbook right here is waiting for you.

Fantastic Four: Road Trip #1 is a comicbook you should pick up. Christopher Cantwell does a great job maintaining an atmosphere of uncertainty. While the storyline kept me hooked from page to page, the visuals of the characters going through the ordeal gave me chills as I was reading. Filipe Andrades specific art style captures a sense of urgency and despair. Moreover, Chris OHalloran and VC's Joe Caramagna both did fantastic work with coloring and lettering, respectively. If youre into reads like Invincible and The Walking Dead, just imagine those two worlds colliding in this stellar issue.

Overall, Godzilla #1 is a whole new journey into kaiju battles for supremacy and seems to only be getting better from there. With an entirely new avenue, this comic book reaches its own domain of unpredictable outcomes. Be sure to check this out at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold.

In terms of quality storytelling, Godzilla #2 continues to bring this series to new lore that is unlike other stories involving Godzilla. Its worth a read for any Godzilla fan out there, and it fails to disappoint so far. On that note, be sure to check out the first comic book to catch up, and then pick up the second comic book at your local comic book store or online, where copies are available.

As it stands, Godzilla #3 is ramping up for something big to happen. If readers would like to follow along with the story, be sure to pick up this issue at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold. Cant wait to see what happens next!

Overall, Godzilla #4 is one wonderful read. It may seem slow from the start, but it gets better as more pages are turned. If youre looking for a reason to keep reading the series, just know its building up to something huge. For new readers, its okay to start here and go back if you want more context. Be sure to pick this one up from your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold.

Overall, Godzilla #5 is a rollercoaster of breathtaking experiences. It stays on track with the essential goal of taking Godzilla out by any means necessary, but not in the way readers would think or even recommend. Theres more to come, and readers shouldnt miss what happens next. If you want to read this issue, you can find this comic book at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold.

Overall, Godzilla #6 is a wonderful joy ride of Ka-Sei energy in a big way. Theres so much to explore in this series from this issue and the previous issues. This comic book is given so much detail and action that its hard to want to quit the series and start another one. Its intriguing to read and a must for fans of Godzilla alike. For those who want to hop on board or for those following along, you can pick this one up at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold. Till Next Time!

Overall, Hello Halloween #1 is a fun read for those interested in the terror side of comic books. A perfect edition of Halloween stories in a collection to have. Readers can pick up this issue at their local comic book store or online, where copies are sold.

Overall, Immortal Legend Batman #1 is a good read for those who are looking for different features with Batman in a new light. Its also a good starting point, as the story doesnt require a fan to backlog events to catch up. Instead, the story starts with a fresh introduction and a problem a hero must face. If youd like to read about this comic book, be sure to pick it up from your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold.

Regarding being bold, The Immortal Hulk #1 is worth going out or ordering online to read or add to a collection of Thor comics. This new series works for newcomers and older fans alike as it is a way to reintroduce Thor and bring those adventures back into exploring. Thor is just getting started and there is nowhere to tell where he will be met with. The only choice is to pick this one up and prepare for the next issue in the new series. Not the best idea to get left behind, so dont miss out!

As Johnson continues to unravel the supernatural aura wrapped around the Hulk, The Incredible Hulk #2 is but another step into finding out what exactly is going on in this series. Readers dont want to miss out on never seen path for Hulk in the supernatural side of the world. To find where copies are sold, check with your local comic book store or online to pick up your copy.

There is more to explore what is happening with the Hulk, but in The Incredible Hulk #3 secrets from eons ago are discovered. There is no telling what else Hulk might run into along the way and the only thing to do is follow until the very end. You can find this issue and the previous issues at your local comic book store or online where they are sold. Horrors are coming for the Hulk and you dont want to miss out!

There is a lot left to see given the abrupt cliffhanger in The Incredible Hulk #4, but also more to understand what the Eldest has awakened in the void of darkness. Stay tuned for more to come as Johnson continues to deepen the expedition into what monsters await. Be sure to pick this issue up from your local comic book store or online where these comics may be sold.

With that said, Jean Grey #1 is worth a gander. Its beautifully crafted to be enjoyed by X-Men fans and Marvel fans alike. The only problem some readers may face is understanding where this issue stems from. The best solution is to read X-Men: Hellfire Gala (2023), but first pick up this comic book if youre aware of whats happened, or you want to get into something entirely new. Jean Grey may be taking readers somewhere new, so you dont want to miss out on this one.

Jean Grey #2 calls back to an earlier point in Jeans life that defined her. The only twist is that through her constant search to find where she went wrong, she ends up changing a small detail of action or exchange of emotions that creates an alternate reality where outcomes arent meant to happen. As Jeans persistence grows, its only a matter of time before Jean discovers exactly where it all could have been better. Dont miss out on this one. You can purchase this issue at your local comic book store or online where copies are sold.

Los Monstruos #1 is a great read. Seeing popular monsters walk about on the street like its nothing is wildly interesting. This comic book doesnt have the capability of being boring and drawn out. Its straight to the point and doesnt spend too much unnecessary time on elements that may prolong the story further. If readers are interested, you can pick this up at your local comic book store or where they are sold online.

Overall, Lost Fanatsy #1 is a good comic book to read if youre looking for something different to read than the highly anticipated titles out today. The comic book manages to not only keep a reader interested, but it also has some key elements surrounding a mystery that doesnt get solved the first time around. It leaves a curiosity at the end of its pages, along with how Henry Blackheart plays a part in this. Be sure to pick this comic book up for personal interest from your local comic book store or where comics are sold online.

In conclusion, Ghost Rider vs Galactus #1 is a great one-shot Marvel fans should read. Its different, yet fun in a way that might not be expected to be. Due to its self-contained structure, theres no need to start anywhere else but the comic book itself. Highly recommend picking up this comic book. With that said, you can pick up this comic book at your local comic shop or purchase it online, where copies are sold. Till next time!

With Rachelle Rosenberg and Leonard Kirks art styles blended together, the idea of hope almost seems lost and bleak. The line work of characters and coloristic vision that it took to create a world on the brink of annihilation from an unknown virus is superb. This beauty of how the comicbook came to be reels me in.Marvel Zombies: Resurrection #1 is not something you want to miss. Trust me, its going to take us for a ride we wont see coming. I recommend you pick it up or order it while you have a chance. You dont want to hunger for it when its gone.

Overall, Masters of the Universe: Revolution #1 is a good read for those who seek to understand how things in the Netflix series came to be. There is a lot to unpack in this issue alone but I cant wait to see what happens afterward in the next continuation of the story. Be sure to pick this one up at your local comic book store or where copies are sold. Dont miss out on this.

Ultimately, Medieval Spawn #1 is a fantastic read. Its not a slow-paced tale that makes a sudden turn in on itself. Its straightforward and gets to the point. Most readers may come to understand that this older Spawn might be different compared to Al Simmons and is not to be underestimated. Be sure to pick up this series at a local comic book store or where comic books are sold.

Overall, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Return #1 is a good read for fans both and new will enjoy. Its a little gloomy, but supposedly that is the charm. Be sure to pick this copy up from your local comic book or online where copies are sold. You dont want to be left behind on this!

Overall, Monsters Are My Business #1 is a fun comic book to read. Its one of those comic books that allow for a free range of creativity. If youre looking for something different pick up this one at your local comic book store or online where comics are sold.

Overall, Moon Man #1 is a cool read for those looking for something new and a break from any traditional books on the market. Be sure to check this comic book out at your local comic book store or online where copies are sold.

In conclusion, Radioactive Spider-Man #1 is an awesome comic book that veterans and new readers should check out and read or request from your local comic book store. As with any new beginning story, there are always twists just around the corner.

Realm of X #1 is a comic book that Marvel fans should pick up and read to continue the remnants of what happened at the gala. While this story branches off onto somewhere else it is still a part of the whole event currently still going. For X-Men fans, you dont want to miss how these ladies get out of this one. Be sure to pick this one up at your local comic book store or where copies are sold.

A lot is happening in Realm of X #2, but there is certain to be a lot more bound to explode in the next issue. Magik is onto something the others are not privy to and through this newfound discovery might be a revelation worth exploring. Be sure to pick this issue up from your local comic book store or online where copies are sold. An adventure worth reading.

On that note, Resurrection of Magneto #1 overall is a great read and fans of Magento and Strom are in for a treat. Be sure to pick up this issue at your local comic book store or online where copies are sold because it appears this journey is about to get wild.

Overall, Rogue and Gambit #1 is a joyful read and it doesnt develop a fault with overlapping continuity X-Men, X-Factor, Avengers, or S.W.O.R.D. issues. Its a straightforward story with action, humor, and glamor mixed all together into one chain of events. If anyone is searching for a break from the mainstream line of mutants, be sure to check out this one at your local comic book store or online.

Ultimately, Rogue & Gambit #5 was a lot of fun to read. While they had their own issues to figure out with one another, the story felt like real progress in their relationship. Despite having to put their vacation time on hold, and save the world, and mutantkind all at once the comic book series ends on a sweet note. Rather than have them hop back into action, readers are left with some home cooking that ends up with them being closer than ever. Dont forget to pick up this issue from your local comic book store or online where they may be sold. Readers can catch Rogue and Gambit in X-Men: Hellfire Gala #1 (2023) on July 26, 2023.

Overall, Solomon Kane: The Serpent Ring #1 is a great read for readers. For old fans of Solomon Kane, its safe to say disappointment isnt what it is in this story. For new fans looking for good writing and adventure, try starting here instead. If interested, copies can be purchased online or in person where they are sold.

Star Pig is unlike any other title I have read before. It is pure fun and adventurous, and if you are looking for something new, it is totally in your wheelhouse. If it is sci-fi you want, it is sci-fi you will get within these pages. So, go read it!

While Storm #3 continues to add a new understanding as to who Storm is a character, there is a question that has yet to be answered. What does Blowback want and why does he have his sights set on Storm? Surely, Nocenti will reveal that to readers in due time. For now, pick up Storm #3 at your local comic book store or online where copies are sold.

For the fans of Storm or regular X-Men readers, Storm #4 continues to be a wonderful addition to Storms character trajectory into who she becomes during the modern day. Instead of being bombarded with several comic books that all must be read simultaneously, this story can be read strictly on its own. This section of Storms life is coming to a speedy climax, but its important to pick up this issue if youve enjoyed the previous comic books so far. You dont want to miss what happens next!

The adventure ends with Storm #5, but it doesnt end on a somber note. Instead, the story rejuvenates and brings back confidence in Storms abilities that she thought she could not control. As this series has been interesting and full of enjoyable moments, the comic book itself gives readers insight into a time frame that happened in Storms life worth noting. While the X-Men are notorious for epic fights, individually they have their own shadows to embrace. Regarding that embrace, dont forget to pick up this action-packed last issue from your local comic book store or online where copies are sold.

Overall, Superman Unlimited #1 is a fun comic book to read and worth checking out. It has more than enough content even to read again. Theres so much about the book that captures the heart of what a Superman story entails. If readers are curious about this comic book, be sure to pick this one up at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold.

Hitting shelves and online platforms, The Forged #1 is an engaging story with the potential to explode with elation. If you wish to follow the story, be sure to check in with your local comic book store or shop online where they are available for purchase.

Overall, The Last Wolverine #1 is a good read that not only gives readers a new character whos trying to do their best at hero work but also deals with a force of nature inside of them. While readers can take a brief respite from the chaos of the other titles in this event, this story adds more intrigue to the 10-year time skip.

Overall, The Undead Iron Fist #1 is a comic book worth reading for Iron Fist fans to dive into. Even fans who are not familiar with Danny can also read this. If readers were concerned about Danny returning to the living world, then its best to pick this one up at your local comic book store or where copies are sold online.

Overall, The Undead Iron Fist #2 is a riveting ride of martial arts action, demons, and non-stop brawling with a dash of humorous rebuttals. Its a continuation of the Iron Fist legacy, so its best to pick this comic book up from your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold to stay in touch with this side of Marvel. Hopefully, Dannys soul doesnt disappoint readers in the future comic books to come in this series.

Thor has more ahead of him. Although he is now the All-Father, it remains to be seen that there are more enemies lurking somewhere out there in the cosmos. As Thor begins anew, readers are left with a special prologue that will set off the next chapter in The Immortal Thor #1. Be sure to pick up this issue before the next series begins. Thor Annual #1 assists those who are just getting into Thor for the first time or have been reading his story for ages. Copies are available at your local comic book store or online wherever they are sold. Dont want to miss this for sure.

Colorists: Marcio Menyz, Arthur Hesli, Arif Prianto, Matt Milla, Frank D Armata, Edgar Delgado, Guru-eFX

Marvel fans who appreciate the horror side of Marvel should pick Werewolf by Night #1. Its a comic book thats safe to start with and doesnt require too much backreading to know a lot of previous information about the characters past. It throws readers right into the midst of a situation and doesnt let go for quite a while. There is a feeling that readers wont see the last of Jack Russell as he is due to make an official return in Crypt of Shadows soon. Be sure to grab this comic book from your local comic book store or online where copies can be purchased.

X-Men #25 has unpacked a lot of emotions and doesnt seem to let up. A broken X-Men is better than no X-Men at all. While this may be another issue of X-Men, this comic book sets up future interactions coming soon. Before that happens be sure to pick this one up at your local comic book shop or purchase it online wherever copies are sold. A reckoning is coming and its going to be good.

Overall, X-Men #30 is worth reading due to understanding the device they are going to use to free the human population and a tragic event that happened with the High Evolutionary. Readers shouldnt miss out on what happens in this book. Be sure to purchase this comic book at your local comic book store or online where copies are sold.

Overall, X-Men #33 is worth reading and it is part of the main story so its a must-read to understand whats going on. Its leading into something bigger and badder but the cliffhanger that it left on can only be another obstacle for the X-Men. Wheres Magneto when you need him? Anyway, be sure to pick this comic book up at your local comic shop or purchase this comic book online where copies are sold. Dont miss this one!

Overall, X-Men #34 is a wonderful read. It sets up probably the ending of an era for the X-Men and their path forward after this battle. Their true threat lies with Charles. As for how they will deal with that problem, it remains to be seen until the next issue. Be sure to pick up this issue at your local comic book store or purchase it online where copies are sold. You dont want to miss anything here on out.

Overall, the comic book was hugely important to a long-standing series that has been going on since 2021. X-Men #35 ends on a new path for the mutants that readers adore. It's a nice ending point that even newer readers can read before the new series starts.

Color Artists: Rain Beredo, Ceci De La Cruz, Matthew Wilson, Erick Arciniega, Marte Gracia

Overall, X-Men of Apocalypse #1 is a joy to read. The writing, art, and lettering all complement each other to visually create an X-Men book that separates itself from either past or present books to talk about. Fans of the Apocalypse X-Men and current X-Men wont be disappointed with this comic book. Be sure to pick this one up and your local comic book store or where copies are sold online. Nothing beats a good mystery when it comes to the lives of X-Men across any timeline.

Overall, X-Men of Apocalypse Alpha #1 is a fantastic read. Writing and art are incredible and a joy to read. This is the start of an event coming that might make a difference, where both worlds either fall or one can be saved. Dont miss out on this one! Copies are available at your local comic book store or online, where you can purchase them.

Overall, the story of X-Men: Book of Revelation #1 seems to be exploring more of what this world is like under the control of Revelation. It does, however, raise more questions. Questions readers will find an answer to in the next release of this series. Be sure to pick this up at your local comic book store or where copies are sold.