Reading an issue of Batman: Reptilian has almost become an endurance test in the worst possible way.

Maybe it's the unbelievably clunky dialogue and half-hearted attempt at a quasi-found family story, or the cheesecake, male-gazey art style, or the notion of an all-male creative team working on what is meant to be a book about women finding empowerment, but there's just very, very little that's worth celebrating in The Girls of Dimension 13.

Despite being the penultimate installment, it feels like The Girls of Dimension 13 still has barely gotten anywhere worthwhile.

There is a nugget of a compelling, complex Batman tale in the center of this story, but it feels way too bogged down by both its brutality and its utter banality.

On every level, Batman: Reptilian has proved to be an exercise in frustration, and if anything, it's made me want to go back and read Batman comics that are much more compelling.

This far in, I'm still not entirely sure what the selling point is for Dark Tempest, and that's a problem.

"Another twisty deflection? More word salad? Stop it." These words are said early on in Dark Tempest #4, and they do a surprisingly-good job of encapsulating how I feel about the book itself.

There are a very small amount of bright spots in this issue, but it is by and large one of the most disappointing final issues I've read in recent memory.

If anything, this issue just feels like storyboards for a hypothetical live-action adaptation starring Leguizamo"but maybe it'll eventually have some value beyond that.

If you're not already following the journey of Phenom X, you're not missing a whole lot.

While there's a chance Red Sonja: Empire of the Damned could ultimately wow me, this debut issue doesn't provide much confidence.

There's definitely more to like in the sophomore issue of The Girls of Dimension 13 than there was in the first"but not by much.

Fans of the series -- especially younger ones -- might enjoy this, but there's definitely better standalone issues.

The plot is just a little too thin here, but there's still something unique to behold.

There is a small nugget of morbid curiosity that will make me see Batman: Reptilian through to the end, but I'm not being drawn in by much else beyond that.

It's clear that Vixens is still figuring out what it is as a series, but hopefully the ride will be worth it.

The Bombshells' latest mystery brings the group to some pretty dark places, but it doesn't quite pack a punch.

Overall, I am so thankful that this series is now over.

There are moments where the dialogue is cheesy and campy, and others where it borders on absolutely cringeworthy (there has yet to be a sincere use of the term "boomer" in comics). But there are enough Easter eggs and ridiculous plot points to make this issue reasonably entertaining, and Cian Tormey's art is largely well-executed.

The idea of starting an event series in an entirely new universe is undoubtedly compelling, and the issue does just enough to keep readers wanting more, but it still remains to be seen if Commanders in Crisis will succeed at its lofty ambitions.

This certainly is a one-of-a-kind DC/Hanna-Barbera team-up, but it's unclear if that is a good thing.

If you like your Deadpool stories with way more butt-kicking than jokes and quips, then this is the series for you.

This entire series is absolutely still worth checking out, it's just a bit of a bummer how this third act ultimately comes together.

If you're a diehard fan of the character, this might be a positive debut, but it's unclear if it will draw in new readers.

Disaster Inc is still clearly finding its footing, and it remains to be seen if it will be a series that is worth fans' time.

There's a chance that Disaster Inc. might eventually find its footing and end up being a relevant, horrific comic"but it's still too early to tell if that will actually happen.

At the end of the day, this issue mainly feels like a lot of pomp and circumstance more than anything else.

If you're seeking a worthwhile standalone volume surrounding Marvel's First Family, you might be better off looking elsewhere.

There are a handful of great sequences, and the designs for a lot of the robots are great, but Iron Man 2020 still leaves a lot to be desired.

In many ways, Metal Men feels like a lost relic of the mid-2000s, which creates an interesting, but frustrating, dichotomy.

Thus far, this maxi-series is playing out like a comic from ten years ago, and it's unclear if that's a good thing or a bad thing.

There are some interesting nuggets here that stretch back through decades of Metal Men lore, and make it abundantly clear that the creative team care about bringing these characters to life, it's just unclear if they can make a majority of readers care.

This issue has some adorable moments, but they're occasionally overpowered by dialogue that's just a bit too wordy.

A large part of the story is essentially devoted to some pretty wordy planning and discussing, something that readers are either going to enjoy or be bored by.

The comic overall is relatively solid, it's just unclear exactly what the point of this creepy tale really is.

The art and dialogue of Over the Garden Wall: Soulful Symphonies both continue to work within the context of things, but the narrative as a whole feels like it's treading water.

Fans of the series might find bits to enjoy, but this issue definitely isn't for everybody.

There's a morsel of genuine heart within Phenom X, but it's almost unrecognizable when buried under layers of corniness and a generic style.

Both the narrative and the visuals are okay, but nothing groundbreaking, and it ultimately remains to be seen if Red Atlantis will be an effective political allegory or an ill-timed one.

If you're a fan of anyone in this roster of characters (including a few unexpected faces), this issue is probably worth checking out, but everyone else might just think it's underwhelming.

Fans will surely enjoy seeing the original Outlaws return, but there's little else that makes this worthwhile otherwise.

Nine issues in, this relaunch isn't even scratching the surface of Sonja's potential.

Another intriguing cliffhanger ending can't save this Red Sonja installment from feeling rather stale.

The end result arguably make the story a little too cluttered, with a story that increasingly changes focus and direction.

The plot bounces back and forth at an almost jarring pace, introducing concepts or storylines that feel a little too dark for the bright and sunny setting of the issue.

But all in all, the end result is at least fairly entertaining, and has enough whimsy to make fans not feel disappointed.

While I still admire the concept of Speed Force, I am ultimately a little underwhelmed by its execution.

It's unclear at this point who this miniseries is for, or if it will be a worthwhile read by the time things are done.

Immortal Men always feels like it's on the cusp of something amazing, and the events of this issue could either elevate things to that point, or just muddy the waters even more.

The penultimate issue of this series is definitely building to something, but the impact of it all still feels hollow.

The concept and the execution of some of these characters definitely does have potential within the DC universe, and this final issue might be what they needed for that to happen.

The first issue of The Last Siege might not wow you quite yet, but it shows more than enough promise.

It's still admirable what this series is trying to do for the overall Transformers canon, but the execution will leave some genuinely befuddled.

This won't do anything substantial to court new fans of the comic franchise, but it will get the job done for returning readers.

The art from Beth McGuire-Smith and colors from Priscilla Tramontano do just enough to stop the issue from completely falling flat, but Escape really just reads as cluttered and underwhelming.

Despite its capable and entertaining creative team, Vampirella vs. Red Sonja #1 is too exhausting to be worth the while.

This "War of the Realms" miniseries comes to a close in a way that doesn't feel as satisfying as it could be.

This does succeed at being an epilogue of sorts to both Steve Orlando and G. Willow Wilson's Wonder Woman canon, but it's far from the best issue of Wonder Woman you can pick up right now.

Batman Incorporated is just a little bit smoother than the issue that preceded it but it still crafts a tale that's too disjointed for its own good.

There are some elements of Dark Tempest that are proving to be delightful, but a lot of the ordeal comes across as unfortunately clunky.

After an ambitious debut issue, Deep Beyond continues to establish itself in a way that is visually interesting, but a little narratively flat.

Based on the concept for an eventual video game, Destiny Gate delivers enough spooky vibes to make up for the flaws and tropes of its premise.

While there are a few bright spots in this issue, I'm mainly left feeling like this issue wasted its own potential.

This time around, the conflict of Icon vs. Hardware slingshots from one extreme to another, and the end result is both entertaining and underwhelming.

There are some fleeting enjoyable moments in this issue, but a little too much gets thrown to the wayside.

While Kneel Before Zod still has a lot of potential, this issue definitely squanders it a little bit.

While I'm definitely curious to see what the future holds for Kneel Before Zod, this issue ultimately makes the series much rockier than it could be.

This first issue is a lot like its titular protagonist definitely with potential, but overwhelmed by gimmicks that just aren't clever enough.

There are some nuggets that could be compelling or thoroughly entertaining for this series, but the entire six issues just feel like an interlude for better stories on the horizon.

In the end, Red Atlantis doesn't reinvent the wheel or blaze a new trail nearly enough when it comes to its espionage-tinged story, but it still had a lot of nuggets of promise.

Although I'm still excited to see what the future of Red Sonja holds, this issue does make me a bit hesitant about how it will be presented.

There's just enough here, aesthetically and narratively, to make me curious to continue reading, but this issue still doesn't pack nearly enough of a punch yet.

While not a total wash, I hope this series doesn't take too long to realize its full potential.

While this issue zapped a little bit of the life that Savage Red Sonja has had, hopefully the series' future will deliver more meaningfully.

I'm still looking forward to seeing how Speed Force ties everything together, but this issue indicates that the end result might be looser than some would like.

While Saladin Ahmed's script works well in that first category, the latter two elements fall into tropes that aren't as compelling as they could be.

It absolutely continues to have its flaws, but there's an element of The Girls of Dimension 13 that is beginning to grow on me.

If you're a diehard fan of the franchise who is looking for any kind of new storytelling, you might find something to enjoy here. But otherwise, outside of the visuals, a lot of the issue just isn't gripping enough to keep your attention.

The penultimate installment of this Transformers saga, Transformers: Escape # 4 finds enough ways to be captivating for diehard fans, but it feels a little scattered otherwise.

While there are some clever creative choices and compelling possibilities, it doesn't quite make the impact that it potentially could.

It's not necessarily essential reading for Ms. Marvel fans, but it largely works as a self-contained tale, and it still has some genuinely good moments.

Readers both young and old will hopefully be inspired, both to color in certain pages of the issue and to look at their own big ideas too.

The issue opens with "Forever (Not) Alone", a quiet story that is just charming enough in design and in plot to make readers -- especially Marceline and Bubblegum shippers -- happy.

In true Adventure Time fashion, this issue skirts the line between charming, juvenile, and utterly ridiculous.

The newest comic continuation of the Adventure Time world weaves a surprisingly interesting narrative.

The visuals are just as colorful as ever, and there are some adorable moments which die-hard fans will probably enjoy a bit more than passive readers.

After establishing a heck of a lot of a new mystery, this issue finally begins to provide some answers, although it takes a little while to get there.

The first arc of this new series is officially drawing to a close, and it does so with enough of an impact.

Fans of the series will surely love this issue, and the little ways that it honors the show's canon that came before it.

Ultimately, All-America Comix #1 feels like a generic version of your favorite snack food"it's enjoyable, and it gets the job done at the moment, but you're ultimately left wanting more of the real thing.

"Cold Snap" ultimately feels a bit too much like a filler issue, but it's still an enjoyable one nonetheless.

This issue might have a few weak moments, but it sneaks up on you, and ends up delivering a delightful father-daughter tale.

But overall, Larson weaves a story that has enough energy and life through it to satisfy readers, especially when paired with Jung's absolutely delightful art.

After the beautifully-executed finale of Hope Larson's run, Batgirl continues"and mostly sticks the landing.

It's unclear exactly what the future holds for both characters, but this is some pretty satisfying ground to leave them on.

Barbara is given some good moments both in and out of the cowl, and there's just enough that's set up for the future.

Scott has brought about some genuinely interesting and impactful things to her run on Batgirl, and this issue makes it simultaneously sad to see the current creative team go but also lays the groundwork for an interesting next chapter.

Ultimately, this issue really shines in the sequences that have Barbara at the absolute center, so it will be interesting to see if that carries through to future issues.

While this might not be a perfect issue, it has enough standout moments to make it worth picking up.

While this isn't necessarily a standout issue for Batgirl, it definitely continues to get to the heart of who Barbara is.

This issue fully examines the groundwork for Batgirl's latest arc, and the end result is a bit of a mixed bag.

For better or for worse, Batman Incorporated #1 is nowhere near as accessible of a comic book as it could be but there are just enough elements to save it from being an absolute wash.

Overall, Batman: Reptilian # 1 is a mixed bag in every sense of the word"but one that I'm somewhat intrigued to see through to the next issue.

It's fun seeing Norton and company expand the world of Battlepug even more, and it will be interesting to see where things go next.

There's no telling where the Vixens will go next after this issue, but fans will be excited to come along for the ride.

The series begin a new arc in this issue, and the end result is a delight.

Vixens still has a heck of a lot of potential, and here's hoping it will get a chance to reach that potential.

Although the plot has many enjoyable moments, this Birds of Prey one-shot still reads as what some fans had feared from the beginning"the general concept of the Birds of Prey movie filtered through a superficial, male voice.

The fantasy world of Blackbird still has a lot of new things to establish, something that is both a sort of blessing and a curse.

All in all, it will leave fans intrigued to see what comes next.

While it might not be the flashiest or strongest outing, the issue takes an angle that fans will hopefully want to hear, and one that takes a deeper meaning, following the recent announcement of the series' conclusion.

This might not be the best Bombshells entry, but it will leave fans curious to see what comes next.

While the art gets a little muddy here and there, the whole issue comes together in a pretty nice way, serving up a worthy third act for the Bombshells.

While the issue slightly loses the absolutely bonkers momentum that has carried it through the past few installments, it still proves to be an important issue for the series as a whole.

Buckhead"both the concept and the series as a whole"feels like an intriguing mystery that's only just beginning.

The penultimate issue of Buckhead swings for the fences in some admirable ways, and while not all of them necessarily land, they still prove to work in the series' favor.

If you've been enjoying the ride Buckhead has taken you on thus far, you will surely enjoy this final installment.

While Romero's art occasionally falters -- largely in gratuitous shots of a female character -- there's still enough for readers to enjoy.

The real standout here is Jones' art, which will surely captivate the reader's attention for most of the issue, even if the narrative might not entirely land in every page.

In terms of plot, things don't advance in a massive way, but there's still enough to make fans eager to read the next issue.

I'm still excited to see what the future holds for this Catwoman run, but I'm not being captivated in the immediate.

Selina Kyle's status quo continues to shift in this issue, an installment that has entertaining moments, but still feels bogged down by the sense that something more compelling is on the horizon.

The "Gotham War" event barrels on and if you're someone who is just keeping up with the Catwoman portions of the story, the ride might not be entirely worth it.

The Nine Lives arc continues to be a fascinating beast, with an increasingly clever concept getting mired by some chunky storytelling tactics.

Commanders in Crisis #1 doesn't do enough to reinvent how readers see event books, but the series to follow just might.

Commanders in Crisis is clearly ramping up for its third act, and it is continuing to be as ambitious as ever.

Combined with Roge Antonio's art, which keeps the occasion bloody and intense without growing too macabre, this issue is a pretty solid one.

Overall, I'm just curious to see exactly what's next for Conan.

This second issue doesn't entirely strike the perfect balance between historical action and super creepy horror, but it certainly tries its best.

This miniseries reaches its midway point in this issue, and it kind of shows.

If you've been keeping up with this run, or you're looking for an excuse to catch up, this issue is a pretty solid one.

Is this the strongest issue of the series thus far? No. But does it manage to be quite a lot of fun? You bet.

It definitely isn't a perfect debut, but there's still enough here that's interesting"particularly the art from Andrea Broccardo and Barbara Nosenzo, which gets. just weird enough while grounding things in reality"to make this a series worth keeping an eye on.

Both narratively and aesthetically, Disaster Inc. doesn't completely shatter expectations in its debut, but still establishes what could be an entertaining and engaging adventure.

This issue could end up being a pretty sold jumping off point for new readers, as well as a complex installment for ongoing readers.

Waid clearly wants to stretch the limits of who Doctor Strange is as a character, and thankfully, there's still plenty of opportunities for that to be explored.

Overall, this Earth-Prime issue doesn't seem to know if it wants to play into the expectations of Superman comics, or pay tribute to the show it's serving as an adaptation of but still, there's more than enough here to justify reading it.

As an issue of the larger Earth-Prime miniseries, this Legends of Tomorrow-themed issue misses the mark, as the trio of stories feel largely unconnected from the larger crossover fight against Magog. But then again, that feels oddly on-brand for the Legends of Tomorrow, and the team have a surprising amount of ground to cover in what is (technically) their first canonical comic appearance.

If you're looking for an entertaining, bloody, and relatively inconsequential horror comic, then The Electric Black Presents # 1 is here for you.

If you want an apocalyptic horror book that will largely play into your expectations, for better or for worse, Eve of Extinction may be right up your alley.

It feels like it's on a completely different wavelength from much of the publisher's recent, trailblazing storytelling, but it still proves to be an enjoyable journey.

Overall, this issue has quite a lot for fans to enjoy.

The third act of Gotham City Garage's story has officially begun, and fans will hopefully be satisfied with how things ramp up.

For those who have been following the series thus far, this issue feels like a good sign of what's to come.

While not every joke necessarily lands, if you've kept up with the series thus far, this ending will be as satisfying as splitting a milkshake from Pops.

I'm still not completely sold on every single element of Hell Sonja, but after this second issue, I definitely like what I see.

While there are elements of Hell Sonja that are enjoyable, the series as a whole might not do enough to draw in anyone who isn't a diehard Sonja fan.

Diehard fans of Billy and Teddy will surely want to add this to their collection, but this isn't a must-read on a larger level.

I do enjoy the work that Murewa Ayodele and Dotun Akande are bringing to life here, but I feel like even the individual installments of the series need a bit more of a direction.

I'm definitely excited to see how I Walk With Monsters concludes, but this issue doesn't give me universal confidence that it can stick its landing.

While some of the dialogue and art feel awkwardly flat, there is just enough depth (both narrative and aesthetic) on display to make this a worthwhile adventure.

The conflict of Icon vs. Hardware gets even bigger and potentially-intriguing, but that doesn't stop the remainder of the issue from being somewhat inconsistent.

With art that's inspired, albeit a little predictable, and a number of unanswered questions regarding the larger event, Iron Man Annual #1 is far from a perfect interlude from Marvel Comics' Iron Man, but it proves to be a reasonably well-executed, sorta-standalone story.

A handful of key moments and decent art make this an okay read, but it feels like Iron Man 2020 #1 is carrying over way too much baggage from the most recent run.

But overall, Join the Future's narrative and aesthetics seem to be setting up a significant altercation in the issues to come, while also building out its very specific, but familiar, world.

This series is definitely adding something interesting to DC Black Label, and we'll just have to wait and see if it sticks the landing.

There are enough Easter eggs and fascinating pieces of worldbuilding to make this a worthwhile ride, but it's one that only diehard fans of Criminal Sanity might want to take.

While its ambitions are simultaneously both too lofty and too small, the sophomore outing of Kneel Before Zod does exhibit some promise.

While this might not be the most definitively perfect Spider-Man story, it's a pretty solid way for younger readers to become more familiar with Peter, Miles, and Gwen.

There are just enough fun quips and enjoyable moments to make this a fun, but imperfect, ride, especially considering the way things appear to be set up with the issue's cliffhanger.

Overall, the start to this maxi-series is just good, but probably will not wow readers right out of the gate.

There are some good moments in this series, but they're sandwiched in between awkward quips and additionally awkward art.

There are some occasionally-great moments (an earnestly-silly splash page midway through the issue comes to mind), but there isn't a lot here that will make this a must-read.

Metal Men has finally reached its penultimate issue"and it's about as entertaining and inconsistent as the series as a whole.

"Space Oddities" takes the Monsters Unleashed! team -- or at least, some of them -- on a delightfully unique adventure.

There are moments where the dialogue gets a little weak, but the third act reveal and the overall message of the issue almost make up for it.

This issue might not draw in a lot of new fans, but it's sure to please diehard lovers of both franchises.

This issue might not be the most memorable, but it's still quite a bit of fun to read.

At the end of the day, the issue delivers a message of love and being helpful to each other, in a package that's just sweet enough to be endearing.

To an extent, the issue suffers a bit from having to be the first part of a two-parter, but it still creates an interesting enough read.

If you're a fan of Shalvey's work, Old Dog is worth diving into immediately, but otherwise, we'll just have to wait and see if it's worth taking the plunge.

The sketchy, fall-toned aesthetic ties the whole issue together, and makes it an overall solid installment.

This issue is an interesting beast, striking a balace between narratively unsettling and aesthetically gorgeous.

With gorgeous colors and a relatively good balance of suspense and adorable moments, fans of this franchise will surely be pleased with how things wrap up.

If you've been following this series thus far, you'll surely enjoy where things are headed with this.

Over the Garden Wall's latest spooky miniseries continues in a good, but not great, issue.

A collection of previously-unpublished stories from the 1990s and 2000s from Dustin Weaver, Paklis #0 is as much of a mixed bag as most other anthologies, but with some bright spots.

This series might not be for everyone, but this issue definitely helps it establish its unique style.

It certainly doesn't help that the most significant turning point for this series happened in the pages of Catwoman a thing that's commonplace in superhero storytelling, but still causes this book to dance around a much more compelling narrative cavity.

The penultimate issue of this Punchline series is a lot like its predecessors snappy and action-packed, but a little hollow.

Frank Castle's first mission as War Machine reaches its third act, and the end result is ultimately fairly satisfying.

It's not necessarily the best outing for every character involved -- namely in the fact that Vilanova's art style doesn't work for every single Avengers member -- but the issue is a pretty solid read overall.

Rosenberg and company are still crafting a thoroughly unique iteration of the Punisher, it'll just be interesting to see where the story goes after this arc.

Just when this arc was getting on the verge of running a little out of steam, it puts out an issue that ends up being an interesting showcase of high octane, creative-storytelling.

Overall, this seems like a good cap on where Jason Todd's story has gone thus far"while also teeing up the future that's ahead.

This run of Red Sonja is managing to be pretty consistent, and I'll be curious to see whether or not it ups the ante in this new storyline.

Despite the overwhelming amount of exposition this issue has to deal with, Torunn Grnbekk's script has just enough heart and whimsy to keep the ball rolling.

The culmination of Red Sonja's latest threat unfolds in a way that isn't as groundbreaking or satisfying as it could be, but still has inspired moments.

Overall, this is more of a mixed bag than previous installments of Black, White, Red, but it still has some highlights.

By and large, Black, White, Red has managed to be an entertaining interlude for Red Sonja fans, but this issue does leave a smidge more lacking.

While this issue isn't particularly groundbreaking, it does have its moments of charm.

As the wait for Rick and Morty's next season continues, this one-shot is here to deliver an adventure that's zany, but doesn't necessarily move the needle.

Sure, the issue isn't perfect, but few comics can so effortlessly pay homage to both teenage rom coms and Demolition Man in a single breath.

This installment of Savage Dragon has quite a lot of moving pieces, but they come together in a mostly compelling way.

This issue brings a pretty unique war right to Malcolm Dragon's backyard, and it sheds almost too strong of a light on it.

It's certainly not the strongest Scooby Doo Team-Up yet, as the plot meanders a little bit, but the visuals and the overall story still make it a good enough read.

This series really excels when it places its ensemble completely out of their element, and it's hard to say if this does the trick.

This issue is a good, but not great, installment of Scooby-Doo Team Up.

Let me get one thing out of the waythe entire first half of Season of the Bruja opens on a well-executed fight scene with absolutely no context, creating a jarring experience of trying to determine the characters, their relationship to each other, and even the status quo and parameters of the series itself.

Three issues in, I still feel like Season of the Bruja has only begun to scratch the surface of its potential, which is both intriguing and a little frustrating.

If this issue is any indication, we'll have to wait and see if Season of the Bruja sticks the landing and what that landing even looks like.

This debut issue, which is steeped in the Shades of Magic series of novels, is an interesting, albeit a little wordy, read.

Whether you're a die-hard fan of this franchise or a relatively new reader, this issue has enough for you to enjoy.

Jarrett Williams' script does a decent job of balancing an ever-growing number of cameos with some earnest moments for Wallace and Avery, and the quartet of artists deliver some quirky and largely-seamless art.

This debut issue finds the right mix of action, emotion, and heart that all kinds of Spider-Man fans will hopefully enjoy.

Overall, having a female-centric exploration of the various Spiders in the multiverse proves to be a delight.

This debut issue happens to feature a lot of what fans are excited for in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, although it doesn't quite capture that same amount of hype.

The characters are as earnest as ever, the art is a candy-colored delight, and you'll probably find yourself wanting to really play "Golf Quest Mini Rumble."

The end result is a little quaint, but adorable nonetheless, placing a moral about friendship and teamwork on a sunset-hued aesthetic.

This standalone story might be a bit simple, but it's by and large a pretty adorable read, one that readers both young and young at heart will surely enjoy.

While there are some genuinely sweet moments throughout, and just enough of that rock-and-roll style, it just feels like there's something missing.

While this isn't necessarily the best storytelling these characters have gotten (either together or separately), it is still a fun adventure.

This issue isn't particularly strong or groundbreaking, but there's just enough good characterization and interesting moments to make it a decent read.

While this might not be the perfect Superman issue, it has just enough to be worth the read, including a genuinely great cliffhanger.

This issue has some genuinely good moments, even if the overall structure of things is more than a little dizzying.

With gorgeous colors and a few questions left unanswered, there's enough here to be curious about what goes next.

In some ways, this issue feels like a bit of a throwback, but there's absolutely nothing wrong with that.

Three issues in, and it's still a little hard to tell exactly what to expect with The Immortal Men.

The Terrifics are in new territory after this issue"especially if those last few pages are any indication"and here's hoping it'll continue to work in the series' favor.

Following the issue's large amount of opposite speak can get a little overwhelming in parts, but this still manages to be a weird and fun read, setting up an interesting conflict in the issues to come.

This whole storyline against Bizarro has a lot that's worth appreciating, but I'm also excited to see what stories The Terrifics can tell beyond that.

While this issue doesn't pack the punch of last month's "Choose Your Own Adventure" anniversary issue, it still is a pretty solid installment of The Terrifics.

While this issue is uneven at parts, it largely culminates in a generally-fun read.

While the recent news that this series will be done by the end of this year does take the wind out of the proverbial sails, this does end up being a relatively solid issue.

There are some genuinely great moments"namely, the last few panels"but by and large, this issue both feels incredibly jumbled and by-the-numbers.

Tony Stark: Iron Man hasn't been a perfect series, but there's still enough to make this issue worth enjoying.

Overall, this is an issue that should mostly please Transformers fans, albeit maybe not as much as the debut.

The plot doesn't advance forward as much as it could, but we get some interesting moments that expand on Cybertron as an overall world, as well as a look at how complicated situations in it can get.

Overall, this issue will probably be something long-awaited for diehard fans, while also bringing about a really interesting interlude for the main series' events.

Transformers begins a new arc in a way that's not perfect, but will hopefully satisfy fans.

This issue spends its time in the proverbial trenches of the war on Cybertron, in a way that never fully reaches its potential.

There are moments that are still compelling, but it might be difficult for more casual fans to make heads or tails of what's happening.

This Transformers series is continuing to be a weird beast, walking the line between a nuanced political drama and a colorful space adventure all at once. While this issue has some rough patches, it largely succeeds in being both, and hopefully plunges the upcoming issues of this series into more epic territory.

There's a lot of potential behind the idea of laying the groundwork for the War on Cybertron, but the execution doesn't feel like it's reaching its full potential.

There's a feeling that Transformers is still swinging for the fences, but there's a question of whether or not causal readers will care enough to follow.

With art that feels like the best Saturday morning cartoon, it's a first issue that has a lot of promise.

Truth & Justice #1 might not be the strongest way to establish DC's newest anthology series, but even when it falters, it still serves as a fascinating proof of concept for the series' existence.

Maybe it's just the long stretch of time between Unnatural and this sequel seriesand even the long stretch of time between these issuesbut it takes a little bit more work for this second issue of Blue Blood to really ramp up.

At this point, you're either already along for the ride of the Unnatural saga or you're not but that doesn't excuse the series for making serviceable, but unremarkable installments like this issue.

In fleeting moments, Unnatural: Blue Blood begins to capture some of the magic of its predecessor but it ultimately gets bogged down a little too much by its more ambitious lore.

Ultimately, there's a bit more telling than showing with this issue, but there are still enough plot advances and significant moments to carry things forward.

At this point, you're either already on the bandwagon of this series or not, but this is a solid enough reminder of what the franchise is capable of.

Alessandro Ranaldi's art and Ellie Wright's colors make this chaotic journey more palatable but it still remains to be seen if that journey is even worth taking in the first place.

The culmination of this new miniseries is a lot like its preceding issues well-intentioned and charming, but disjointed and stretched thin.

The stories might not all pack the largest punch, but they're still an interesting read " particularly the Ready Player One-esque Spider-Byte story, and the artfully done manga story.

The "Spider-Geddon" event has been a gold mine for new origin stories thus far, and this issue mostly keeps up the momentum.

While this isn't a must-read for Yara Flor fans, it's still filled with fleetingly gorgeous moments nonetheless.

If you haven't been following this arc already, this definitely isn't the ideal place to start, but it just might be worth going back and catching up.

There's still a lot that's unanswered at the end of this issue, but the journey to get there seems to be fun enough to keep following.

If anything, what saves this issue is Wilson's unique approach to Diana's internal struggle, which is dealt with in a way that will hopefully bleed into future issues.

As Diana and company continue to investigate the town filled with love, and it all culminates in a good, but not great, issue.

While it's not a perfect issue, fans of the series will definitely be satisfied " and eager to see what comes next.

Alien's new path is accessible enough for newer fans of the franchise, but still possesses a unique relationship to what came before it.

Just based on these two issues, this Alien ongoing is far from revelatory, but it still shows promise.

Declan Shalvey's script jumps between different events with a tense ease, and his and Andrea Broccardo's art work fairly well to convey the brutality and humanity on display, even if the end result is still a little disorienting.

Overall, this Alien tale has been an intriguing, but non-essential extension to the beloved franchise.

Ed Brisson's script might be a little too straightforward at points, but this is still one of the stronger issues of the series thus far.

The cacophony of Batman Incorporated continues full-speed ahead, resulting in an issue that's still entertaining, albeit a little by-the-numbers.

The seeming penultimate issue of Batman Incorporated continues to offer a lot of the same, but with some fascinating nuggets of thematics and characterization.

Batman Incorporated's finale is a lot like the issues that preceded it loud, action-packed, and superficial.

Batman Secret Files: Clownhunter #1 might not be the definitive, Earth-shattering solo story for Bao Pham, but it will likely get readers more excited for that tale's eventual arrival.

If anything, the Long Halloween Special showcases how ubiquitous the elements of its original title have become, as this is a Batman tale that both diehard fans and new readers can appreciate.

While this issue does use a small bit of steam as it goes along, it still culminates in an interesting addition to the series' unique fantasy canon.

At its core, Bliss has always been a compelling look at history, legacy, and humanity, and it's clear that wherever the series goes next, it will be on pretty good footing.

While the end result is slightly cluttered, Paolo Villanelli's art has some inspired moments, and the narrative is solid enough to pique my curiosity going forward.

While this Catwoman issue isn't as much of a slam-dunk as recent installments, there are still some components that make it worth reading.

After a well-executed, but exposition-heavy start, this issue of Catwoman finds some ways to genuinely thrive.

While a little too much of it can be interpreted as overworkedeither in an offhand line of dialogue, a shockingly-obvious plot twist, or otherwiseit undeniably sets up a new status quo for the book going forward, and it is filled with snappy art from Nico Leon, Juan Ferreyra, and Inaki Miranda.

This is easily the snappiest, most comprehensive issue of this Catwoman arc, balancing the series' various status quos with an entertaining ease.

The latest chapter of Catwoman starts out as something decidedly snappy and promising, before falling into a new version of the same old song.

All in all, this sets a slightly-higher bar for what the rest of this event has in store.

With "Gotham War" now in the past, Catwoman is sent down a path that's filled with potential, even at its most dated. Selina's exploration of her "nine lives" begins to unfold in a matter that perfectly blends the book's capacity for grounded and larger-than-life, and Tini Howard's script venturing out of Gotham City is a welcomed change of pace.

Greg Pak's script is filled with compelling dialogue, although again, it falls into a frustrating rhythm in terms of revealing things about Cameron and his character. Minkyu Jung's art is still consistent, especially when the plot gets a bit more fantastical.

City Boy's finale is definitely fitting for its titular protagonist, even if it is just a bit too understated at times.

As the penultimate installment of Commanders in Crisis, it felt like this issue definitely had a lot to cover"and it does so in some entertaining, but still odd ways.

This definitely isn't a good jumping-on point for new Conan fans, but it's a solid middle installment of a larger arc.

While there are occasional moments where the issue lags or the art looks a little uncanny, the payoff is so worth it.

All in all, this proves to be a good Conan story"and with the 300th issue right around the corner, we're hopefully right on the cusp of a great one.

Deep Cuts #1 might not reinvent the wheel in regards to its storytelling, but the craftsmanship on display makes it a worthwhile read.

Dirtbag Rapture is continuing to find its footing, but it definitely feels like it's on the right track.

As the first comic spinoff for The CW's Arrowverse of programming in the better part of a decade, with an entirely new roster of characters and shows to play around with, DC's Earth-Prime miniseries has a lot of interesting possibility surrounding it. The debut issue, which chronicles several stories set in the middle of Batwoman's third season, takes that anticipation in stride, but delivers something that is a bit of a mixed bag.

This comic is shaping up to be a key title for anyone who loves the horror genre.

This series is shaping up to be one of the silliest, but spookiest, horror-related titles around right now.

Admittedly, Flavor Girls still has some pacing problems, but they're largely overshadowed by a lot of fun.

You definitely get your money's worth with each issue of Flavor Girls, and if you've been vibing with the series thus far, that'll especially be the case in this week's third installment.

Perhaps the best, and weirdest, thing about this issue of Immortal Red Sonja is how effortlessly and ridiculously it ups its own ante. Sonja and Lanzlot's quest allows the two iconic heroes to get to know each other, before dovetailing into an adventure that's downright absurd, but still compelling.

Overall, this got me a bit more curious to see what the future holds for Tony Stark.

The first volume of Jenny Zero was an energetic, delightful riot, and this return issue manages to up the ante in some clever, but largely-satisfying ways.

While a bit more convoluted than some of its "Knight Terrors" contemporaries, boasting a number of deus ex machinas and twists upon twists, Knight Terrors: Angel Breaker still has some bright spots.

On paper, Punchline makes perfect aesthetic and anarchial sense for the loud horror of DC's "Knight Terrors" event, but this first issue only gradually begins to stand out from the pack.

This might not yet be one of the biggest chapters of the "Knight Terrors" story, but it still boasts a lot of promise.

For those who have been eagerly following the Marauders' latest adventure, this installment is sure to be downright thrilling and even for those who haven't, it is still an interesting execution of its central premise.

It's unclear if this chapter of Marauders is set to be a finale or just a brief conclusion, but either way, it delivers a charming and complex read.

While it doesn't necessarily reinvent the wheel in terms of apocalyptic and kaiju hybrids, Dark Horse's newest original series does possess a good deal of charm.

The penultimate issue of Ms. Marvel: The New Mutant unfolds with an equal amount of cleverness and contrivedness, which lays the groundwork for an unpredictable final issue.

Mullet Cop is definitely a genre-bending experience, and it might take another issue or two to see if that experience is worth the journey.

Overall, this finale proves there are still ways to take the absurdity of My Little Pony/Transformers up a not"and hopefully, this isn't the last time we'll see it in action.

While not perfect, this is definitely an engrossing debut issue, and I'm curious to see what else the book has in store.

While this is far from No/One's best issue, it still showcases just enough of the series' strengths.

If Old Dog keeps up this momentumor even goes above and beyond itit'll ultimately be worth the while.

While some stylistic choices and a lack of clarity get in the way of the comic's perfection, the promise of Kate Kane and Luke Fox's grand adventure is just enough to make this series promising.

Time will ultimately tell if Punchline: The Gotham Game actually changes its titular character or the DC universe, but it's at least a largely-entertaining read.

While the aesthetic and narrative choices on display here work well enough, it feels like they barely scratch the surface for the kind of wacky, resonant story that could be told here.

Stephanie Phillips' narrative leaves just enough up mystery while keeping the issue itself largely satisfying, and the art from Robert Carey compliments everything in a salt-of-the-Earth, moody way.

If anything, the biggest complaint against this issue is that its events unfold a smidge too erratically but by and large, the series is continuing to be delightful.

This is by no means an essential Red Sonja issue, but it will bring you just enough holiday cheer.

While the issue really only begins to satisfyingly ramp up in its second half, it establishes a story that I'm excited to see develop.

While the plot might be both a little too simple and a little too convoluted for casual readers, Red Sonja/Hell Sonja is still showing a lot of compelling promise.

Overall, Red Sonja: Black, White, and Red # 1 is slightly more of a mixed bag than other anthologies in the same sphere"but it's still an enjoyable one.

While there have definitely been better installments of this anthology thus far, this issue definitely has some clear highlights.

While this only feels like a stepping stone for the arc's larger narrative, it's still worthwhile if you've been keeping up with this ongoing thus far.

If you're not already a Rick and Morty fan, this won't do much for you, but it has its moments.

Alex Firer's script delivers just enough of a blend of pathos and absurdity, but the art by Fred C. Stresing is what takes it to an absolutely ridiculous level.

If you weren't already on board with the journey of this Rick and Morty offshoot, this issue might not necessarily convince you, but it's a fun time.

While this series definitely didn't unfold the way I expected it to all those months ago when issue #1 debuted, it still proved to be a small-scale, action-packed, but moving assassin tale.

The script itself steers dangerously close to being a somewhat-predictable origin story, but by and large, Samurai Sonja could be promising.

While this might take another issue or two to really solidify into something compelling, this debut issue shows great promise.

With this issue, it feels like Savage Red Sonja begins to solidify into something intriguing.

Overall, this was a flashy end to a concept that never quite rose to its potential.

Although Scarlet Witch & Quicksilver #1 does not immediately cement itself among the best stories concerning its deuteragonists, it clears the runway for an intriguing and meaningful romp for its two heroes.

After a gut-punch of a first issue, Silver City is back for more, and the web that it's weaving is only getting more complex.

While feels a little too disjointed compared to its previous installments, I'm still undoubtedly excited to see where the story goes next.

There are definitely still plenty of bright spots in Speed Force, but the series does feel like it is occasionally taking one step forward and two steps back with regards to telling its unique story.

While this new iteration of Spider-Punk is still finding its footing, even that experience is proving to be entertaining.

This latest Spider-Punk issue is undeniably charming, both in Justin Mason's frenzied art and the moments of fun character from Cody Ziglar's script.

It might not be earthshattering, but this final issue seems to stick the landing for Star Wars' latest adaptation.

As we near the end of Teen Titans Academy as a series, this issue lets the storytelling strengths of the book really come through.

This might not be the best issue of Teen Titans Academy yet, but there's still enough to celebrate.

While it might take another issue for the story of Titans United to really get going, this new installment proves that the foundation of a memorable story is largely there.

Titans United still seems at odds with the wide array of what people expect from the Teen Titans, but there's still just enough charm in the pages of this series.

Lucas Meyer's art ties it all together, with some interesting aesthetic flourishes once the aforementioned Brother Blood enters the fray.

Cavan Scott, Lucas Meyer, and company manage to find fun in what could otherwise be a bloated mess, turning this series into nonessential, but still entertaining reading.

While it remains to be seen how much mileage casual fans will get out of this Beast Wars arc, this middle installment of it proves to be fairly entertaining.

While a little disorienting at parts, Jim Zub's script brings just enough of a clever bite to differentiate the book from its predecessors, and Giovanni Valletta's art embodies the bizarre, genre-bending story perfectly.

This new Red Sonja chapter swerved in possibly the biggest manner yet, connecting its incredibly-personal tale of Sonja's history and its larger mystical threat.

While Vampirella vs. Red Sonja has been a bit of a bumpy ride, I am admittedly excited to see how it finale culminates.

Marvel's latest celebration of Women's History Month unfolds in a fluffy, but undoubtedly entertaining manner.

While there's no indication of how Iron Man 2020 will shake out, this miniseries is making the ride worthwhile.

This issue gives Pepper Potts the agency and complexity she deserves, while also telling a fun story to boot.

While this isn't necessarily the most comforting read at the moment, it's still an entertaining one, and will surely have something to offer for a wide array of DC Comics fans.

Alberto Alburquerque's art also keeps the series' cartoony, stylish vibe in spades, making A Calculated Man #3 both a fun turning point, and an exciting tease for what's to come.

This "Acts of Evil" one-shot has so much for Deadpool fans to love.

While the issue takes a little bit to get to its emotional core, the journey is absolutely worth it.

This issue is a surprising delight.

You probably aren't prepared to get misty-eyed at an Adventure Time comic, but there's no shame if you do, and if you get excited to see where the story goes next.

Combined with delightful visuals and colors, it's definitely something that fans of the larger Adventure Time world should keep their eyes on.

At the very. least, Adventure Time fans will hopefully love this issue because of the wonderful song in the middle portion, even as the overall ending might be a bit controversial.

With things moving at a relatively brisk, but still nuanced, pace, everyone gets their time to shine without putting the brakes on the story. When you factor in the bizarre but fun visuals from Slimm Fabert, this issue succeeds in quite a lot of ways.

Adventure Time fans"and really, anyone with a heart"will surely love this tale.

With an intriguing narrative and distinct, but charming art, this first issue indicates that Season 11 of Adventure Time has promise.

While the overall plot -- namely the big twist -- feels a little predictable, it's safe to say that this story could leave quite an impact in the world of Adventure Time.

While there's no telling exactly where this miniseries is headed, this issue just might be laying the groundwork for a standout X-Men story, one that encapsulates so much of what the team has come to mean to fans.

Tim Sheridan's script takes a little bit of time to rev up, but proves to be an intriguing mystery, weaved together by Cian Tormey's seamless art.

By and large, Alan Scott: The Green Lantern is succeeding at everything it's supposed to be, and that's great to see.

As we head for the remaining three issues of Alan Scott: The Green Lantern, I'm confident the book is going to keep up this momentum.

Alan Scott's most personal conflict yet manifests in a backstory-filled, but still engrossing peak.

On paper, the idea of "Old Woman Laura" has sounded like it would be a sort of mixed bag. But this first installment in the arc sneaks up on you in a delightful amount of ways.

Once it breezes past the pages of wordy exposition, this issue has some moments where it genuinely shines.

If you're a regular reader, you should probably skip this issue, but that doesn't mean it's without its merits.

With intriguing mysteries, endearing character interactions, and gorgeous art, this debut issue has its fair share of surprises.

This new run of Archie continues to be a delight, spanning a pretty wide scope while still maintaining a sense of character-driven style.

The world of Archie and his friends continues to be shaken into different directions, and this issue is no exception.

The issue still has that upbeat, fun energy in every page and panel, even as certain B plots get darker.

This issue is a delight, and sets the groundwork for some really interesting things to come in the world of Archie.

Nick Spencer and Mariko Tamaki continue to craft a narrative that's a delight to read, and Sandy Jarrell's art picks up where Jenn St-Onge's did fairly well.

It's been a lot of fun seeing Spencer, Tamaki, and company approach this arc of storytelling, and even as it's grown a bit more muddled (largely from shifting back to characters outside of Archie and Sabrina), there's still a lot to celebrate.

This is definitely going to be a fun arc for Archie as a series.

Gabby Rivera crafts an opening is largely charming and endearing, even though some of the world-building and vocabulary takes some getting used to.

It's clear that b.b. free is bringing something wholly unique and endearing to Boom's catalog, and here's hoping that it finds its audience.

Regardless of how you felt about the fallout of last issue, there's definitely enough in this Batgirl installment worth checking out.

Babs' battle against Grotesque is able to be stretched into something much bigger, bringing some genuinely good moments along with it.

When combined with fitting art and some major returns, it proves to be an issue that's much more than what's on the surface.

While this issue isn't perfect, there's a lot of it that really works, largely thanks to how capable Scott is to bring out the nuance of Barbara as a narrator and character.

Both Scott's narrative and the visuals from Casagrande and Godlewski really successfully convey the nuanced emotion that this brings out in Barbara, something that could be really interesting, if it carries through future issues.

Outside of art that's occasionally awkward in a few panels, this issue is a knockout.

While the visuals might not be 100% perfect anatomy-wise, the issue as a whole has a lot worth celebrating.

Carmine Di Giandomenico's art brings a bit of new life into the issue as well, with the fight scenes between Barbara and Killer Moth rendered in a way that's equal parts stylish, tasteful, and a little cartoony.

Cecil Castellucci's narrative packs nearly all of the punch it sets out to, and definitely sets up a new potential status quo for Barbara going forward.

This might not be a perfect Batgirl issue, but it still has a lot to love.

It's a shame that Batgirl is nearing the end of its run, but this issue proves that it's doing so in an excellent way.

No matter how much of a fan you are of Barbara Gordon, you should definitely check this issue out.

While the issue isn't perfect, it makes circumstances interesting enough and leaves enough open possibilities to keep fans captivated.

This issue doesn't reinvent the wheel, but whether you're looking for epic character moments, connective tissue for "Joker War", or a little bit of both, this issue will surely give you some bang for your buck.

While only time will tell if Batman/Santa Claus: Silent Knight sticks its landing, it's already a fun, festive crossover that deserves your attention this holiday season.

Silent Knight is understanding exactly what a weekly event series should be in our modern moment a zany, entertaining menagerie of character moments and self-contained lore.

After two months of pomp and no circumstance, this issue of Batman Incorporated finally starts to have things click together, taking the book from a casual Gotham City offshoot into something more compelling.

Combined with John Timms' scrappy and gorgeous art, Batman Incorporated is continuing to grow on me with each passing issue.

At its core, Batman Incorporated certainly is not a bad book, with this finale of its first arc culminating in an emotional, well-executed, and action-packed context.

After the first arc of Batman Incorporated felt like it simultaneously covered so much, but so little, this week's issue feels like the best showcase yet of its ongoing concept.

There's just enough that's flashy and intriguing here to keep fans enticed for more, especially with John Timms' lively art.

Overall, this installment feels like a culmination of something bigger and wilder in Batman Incorporated, but I'm just intrigued enough to follow it through.

Batman: Black and White #1 ruminates on Bruce Wayne in a multifaceted, compelling, and surprisingly fun to read fashion, all while providing plenty of bang for your buck when compared to the average 22-page superhero comic.

Even if some stories might not pack as much of a punch as others, the level of storytelling and genuine craft on display here remains something truly special.

While it might have a bit of a learning curve for readers who haven't yet dived into Peacekeeper-01's other appearances, this Batman Secret Files is a compelling and entertaining one, one that will make you want to follow the titular character to wherever he goes next.

Batman: The Knight is continuing to peel back the narrative onion that is Bruce Wayne's early days, and this issue finds some inventive and action-packed ways to deal with that.