Trial of Magneto #4 is a great comic for someone who hasn't read a Scarlet Witch comic since House of M.

Trial of Magneto is safe at best and boring and convoluted at worst.

X-Force: Killshot Anniversary Special doesn't deliver on its promise to give a title to celebrate 30 years of X-Force and instead, gives a Cable story with the most boring X-Force line-up to date.

I don't want to cast too much judgment on issue #1 so perhaps issue #2 and the rest of the series will be more gripping.

All in all, your enjoyment ofBirds of Prey#1 probably comes down to how much you love the Birds of Prey as a team. For readers who haven't read or have no attachment to the original series or Simone's follow-up run, I can imagine this book will be a lot more enjoyable.

Leonardo Romero's stunning artwork aside, the story doesn't quite align with what I've come to expect from the traditional Birds of Prey team dynamics and character relationships, which feels somewhat alienating for a longtime fan. Still, I have faith in Kelly Thompson as a writer, so I'm willing to give the book a chance at least through its first arc.

The story isn't over yet, but the unsatisfying rush towards the finish line of its first arc seemingly concludes next month so we'll see where this goes. And for what it's worth, I hope Kelly Thompson can prove me wrong and make the final play work.

With the first arc finished,Birds of Preystarts on a more promising footing for its next arc. The seeds are planted for something really interesting, but I'm certainly proceeding with caution.

Birds of Preyis certainly on an upward trajectory, but the cracks in the pavement still haven't been cleaned up. Hopefully, the series can continue its steps in the right direction and find its footing to smooth out the rough edges.

Birds of Preycontinues to struggle to find its footing, never quite recovering from its rocky start, but I still maintain hope that Kelly Thompson will be able to surprise me with how she brings it together.

One thing this book has done really well is how skillful it is with its artist changes to show a point of view/mood change. This time, during the issue set in Barda's mind, Robbie Rodriguez and Gavin Guiday take over the art. Their style works perfectly for this setting and in the larger setting of artists for thisBirdsrun. Each artist shift is incredibly unique and leaves their own mark on the story, but none are so jarring in their differences that it makes it an unpleasant shift that doesn't match the vibe. The artwork in this issue is once again the star, while the writing struggles to find its footing and settle on the plot.

While the book often feels aimless and out of place with its writing, Bazaldua is quite consistent with providing visually intriguing art throughout.

Marauders#2 doesn't really do anything that special to "wow" readers or convince anyone that this is a series to watch out for, which is probably the most disappointing aspect of the book. What it does do, however, is feature a cast of incredibly interesting characters who deserved a place in the Krakoa X-Men books and give them a fun dynamic to boot.

The X-Cellent's return to the comic book world continues to showcase the series' unique storytelling techniques, offering a modern twist to their underrated heroes. Although the first issue doesn't have the same impact as last year's return, it sets up a stage for more interesting adventures to come with the same cultural relevance and self-aware humor. Mike Allred's pencils continue to be the highlight of the title, even when some of the gags fall flat.

Sabretooth#1 might not answer all your questions, but it's certainly starting off on a strong enough foot to make issue #2 worth a look.

If issue #4 is anything to go by, the hope that this solid book will only get stronger remains.

Issue #5 of Gail Simone and David Marquez's Uncanny X-Menpicks up right where issue #4 left off and concludes the "red wave" storyline of the book. Like the last issue, this one is also heavily focused on Rogue and her point of view as the focal point of the issue, especially as she faces off against the new threat Sarah represents.

All in all,Uncanny X-Menis shaping into the title it seems Simone planned for now with the introductory arc out of the way and Garron steps in as the artist in this new phase of the book. The X-kids are still the biggest draw of the book and I am interested to learn more about Ransom, Jitter, and Deathdream in particular.

All in all,X-Men#7 is a book with fabulous art and a fun plot that's finally kicking itself into high gear.

X-Men#8 might not be the most plot-heavy title in the series, but it rightfully uses this break from the main plot to shine a spotlight on its characters. Synch hopefully gets his first of many spotlight issues in the future, laying out the groundwork for an arc for his character.

At its worst,X-Men#9 is a little slow at times, but at its best, it's a total blast.

The Gameworld plot begins to kick off this issue, which might be the most exciting thing about it plotwise. Hopefully, though, the next issues can keep up this trend of utilizing the cast more fully because the X-women on Gameworld just sounds like a blast.

X-Men#11 is a strong issue, featuring some forward momentum in the plot and what is arguably Duggan's best work writing the whole team roster.

Larraz's artwork is beautiful as always, making every issue look like a 10/10 comic. Duggan's writing has picked up plot wise and seems to have secured himself a pretty good formula for how to handle the changing roster of the X-Men title in the Krakoa era.

X-Men#14 was another fun return to form of sorts and had some great, powerful moments. This issue makes you wish the rest of the series had this vibe and hopefully, future issues do too.

WhileX-Men#15 is mostly a fluff issue, the issue it sets up should be far more interesting. Forge goes into the Vault to rescue Darwin and with that plot thread finally being touched on again, interesting developments are sure to follow.

Duggan's exploration of the Vault has ultimately been much less exciting than Hickman's, but the plot being rolled out is still ultimately quite interesting.

Judgment Day #1 is a fun and fascinating return to a label I missed reading stories from. While it doesn't reach the highs of some of other Archie Horror comics in their first issues, it lays an interesting groundwork that leaves me wanting more of the story. Sitterson and Hutchison have served us a good appetizer, and I'm excited to see what they are serving for the main course.

The plot in these books is never that serious or worthwhile because the fun comes from the tongue-in-cheek humor of the crossover itself. The art is perfect for this book and the writing is so fun, making it a light, enjoyable read for a good laugh.

If you've been looking forward toCaptain America/Iron Man#1, this comic won't disappoint you.By the time this book is done, you're already looking forward to the next issue.

Dark Web: X-Men thrives when it embraces the camp of the original Inferno.

The art is great from top to bottom, with each page capturing the emotions perfectly and featuring setpieces and layouts that are completely eye-catching. Writing-wise, this is easily some of Duggan's best work on the X-Men line, delivering what are ultimately great character moments and an interesting platform to step off from for future stories.

The lighter, fluffier stories don't always have a place inBatman books to match tone, but it's certainly the advantage of a book like Gotham Academy on the other hand. The art is perfect for the lighter heart of the story from start to finish as well.

It feels authentically Ms. Marvel and at the end of the day, that's all I can really ask for. Samira Ahmed seems to really understand what made this character so popular to readers and Andres Genolet's pencils feel like the perfect choice for this title. His art is light, it'sfun, and I couldn't think of a better artist for a title like this.

Stephanie Phillips' writing certainly sets the book off to a strong start, but Carlos Gomez's art is the icing on top of the cake. Every page is entirely eye-catching and his style is extremely well-suited for a book like this. It seems like Marvel got exactly the right team on this title Rogue & Gambit is off toa strong start.

I'm bored with this rhetoric and seeing Black Panther show up to have an antagonistic role standing against Rogue and Gambit feels both unnecessary and disappointing especially since it's all the result of a misunderstanding. But despite the setback with including his character to square off against our protagonists, Rogue & Gambit#2 is a fun ride that keeps the hijinks-heavy momentum going.

So far, Spider-Woman (2023) is another strong entry in Jessica's solo catalogue and with the set up Foxe has thus far, I can't wait to see where it goes and where this story winds up in the end.

Captain America: Symbol of Truth #12 picks up the Cold War crossover event from where part 1 left off, and once again Tochi Onvebuchi and R.B. Silva hit a home run with a book that perfectly balances the emotion and action this event needs.

This issue highlights the strengths, weaknesses, and complexities of both Caps, proving that while both may share the title, neither can take the other's place. Cold War might be wrapping up soon, but if nothing else is for certain, it's been one hell of a ride.

Captain Marvel #37 is overall a fun issue with great art, paving the way for what should be an interesting next issue.

It doesn't seem like there's much going on on the surface inCaptain Marvel#38, but Thompson uses this issue to have a good time and weave together deeper plots for both Binary and Carol. The art in this issue is perfect, with Figeri and Lopez making every page expressive and eye-catching for the reader to enjoy.

Binary definitely is the least gripping part of the book right now, but its the one being advertised the most. Alvaro Lopez does a good job with the art in these panels, so the book is never unenjoyable. Thompson's writing soars when she's picking apart Carol's character (and Amora, for that matter), but the Binary story feels out of place and a bit too juvenile.

Kelly Thompson pushes Carol Danvers' character in exciting directions, allowing her positive character development despite her usual "fight first" mentality.

The ending of the issue lands on an exciting note, building excitement for the next issue. Sergio Davila's art brings this issue to life, making every set piece look exactly how it should. His art is eye-catching and it's particularly nice to see the X-Men in their civvies again for the first portion of the book. The art also does an exceptional job with the characters' facial expressions, always making them expressive so you know exactly what they're feeling.

Captain Marvel#46 and the larger "Revenge of the Brood is the book I wanted for years as an X-Men fanandas a Captain Marvel fan. Thompson's writing perfectly balances some pure fun, comic book goodness with deeper plots that promise payoff. Each character feels like they get their moment and with Rogue coming into the fold next issue, it's surely only going to get better.

The Brood arc in Captain Marvel has been a successful reunion between Carol Danvers and the X-Men. Thompson's love for both Carol and the X-Men is evident in her thoughtful handling of Rogue's complicated history with Carol and the heartfelt scene between Rogue and Hazmat. Thompson deftly uses the premise of Avengers Academy to examine Hazmat's feelings of being labeled as untrustworthy. Captain Marvel #47 seamlessly ties together epic action scenes and tender character moments.

Every inch of this story is brought to a new level by the artwork and together, Thompson and Frigeri deliver a story that's significant, awesome, and heartwarming.

Sometimes I lament that comics just don't seem to have lengthier runs and are cut short. You rarely see series make it to issue #50, let alone get the chance to wrap up their run instead of being cut off abruptly. I'm so glad Captain Marvelwas the rare modern comic series to make it four years strong. Kelly Thompson has so much to be proud of with this run and Carol fans have had so much to love in the last four years.

Cold War Omegais a bittersweet book because it's an extremely exciting chapter to a terrific saga of Cap lore, but it also signals the incoming conclusion to what has become one of the all-time great eras inCaptain Americahistory.

Cold War is off to a great start, and I can't wait to see what these writers have in store next. Between the two books and this event itself, this is shaping up to be one of the great Cap eras.

S.W.O.R.D.continues to be one of the most consistent titles in the X-line, always fitting a great story into the 20-something pages of allotted space. Ewing's storytelling shines and Wiz-Kid finally gets his day in the sun.

What a great run this was, and oh how this title will be missed.

This isn't a book that exists to shake the world and tell some genre-defining story -- it's here to be some good, lighthearted fun, and that's exactly what it is.

This run feels like the perfect story for Steve and it's clear Lanzing and Kelly have a lot of love for the character and the lore. Carmen Carnero is one of the best artists at Marvel right now and having such amazing talent on this book for art and writing makes this one a "can't miss" title, especially for Cap fans.

The comic sets itself up to have a really good political commentary about the global rise of fascism and how the government isn't actually working in good faith. Kelly and Lanzing have set up quite the plot to honor the core of Steve's character, delving into his past in new and exciting ways. Carnero has long been one of the best artists currently at Marvel and this book is another case to prove why.

Lanzing and Kelly's writing is still great and it's clear the two love the characters of Steve and Bucky. Their voices for those characters feel completely authentic and they seem to get how those two think and what makes themthem.Carnero's pencils are again a show stealer, making every page look absolutely gorgeous.

Carnero, Lanzing, and Kelly are a force of nature with their work onCaptain America, demonstrating deep love and understanding for this cast of characters.

Steve inspiring the good in others even against all odds just feels soCaptain Americain the best way possible, embodying what this character should be about.

Sentinel of Libertyhas been, from the start, a force to be reckoned with. The book only gets better with each issue and you can tell this creative team adores the characters they are getting to write. For Captain America fans, this series is once again an absolutemust-buy and if we're lucky, Lanzing, Kelly, and Carnero will get to spearhead more Captain America books in the future.

Sentinel of Libertyis a book for Cap fans by Cap fans and you can feel the love these writers have for this series seeping out in their stories.

From top to bottom,Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty#9 is a gorgeous book with lots of care poured into every inch of it.

Marvel truly struck gold when they combined these writers with the incredible talent of Carmen Carnero, who likewise also always delivers incredible work in this series. With this team behind it,Sentinel of Libertyis poised to be one of the great Captain America runs.

Lanzing and Kelly are certainly still having fun in their sandbox, but Carmen Carnero's pencils are not to be overlooked. She was certainly a great artist on Hellions, which was undoubtably one of the best books of the Krakoa era, but she's really letting her creativity soar to new heights with Sentinel of Liberty. The action sequences shine once more and her panel layout is beyond eye catching. This is truly shaping up to be one of the great Cap runs in every category.

Lanzing, Kelly, and Erofeeva provide another stellar chapter in the Cold War saga andSentinel of Libertyremains a series that hasn't had a bad chapter yet.

It's so comic booky and so fun and it's a shame that Symbol of TruthandSentinel of Libertyhave to end at all, but at least we know they're going out with a bang.

Immortal X-Men #3 is a sly and smart way to set up an event, as well as a deeply interesting character study of one of the Krakoan era's most interesting characters.

Gillen, Bandini, and Mark Brooks give Emma Frost fans the feast we deserve.

The setup for the event's future issues is downright tantalizing, and at this point, I don't know if I'm more hyped to readImmortal X-Men#6 or the next chapter in Judgment Day's saga. Gillen knows exactly what he wants to do with these characters and it makesImmortal X-Men such a fun ride every month. Bandini's pencils bring the issue to life, perfectly encapsulating the themes and feelings Gillen's words convey.

Immortal X-Menis still the series in the X-line to beat (right next toX-Men Red), andJudgment Dayis still one of the best Marvel events in years, making this a deeply entertaining issue in its own right.

New Mutants#24 is like eating a bowl of your favorite comfort food. Ayala takes a step back and really examines these characters, allowing them a moment to reflect and heal

Rod Reis' art is gorgeous as always, and there are truly few better duos at Marvel Comics than that of Vita Ayala and Rod Reis. Ayala takes Illyana's character in such a new direction that it's the most interesting thing to happen to her since the Krakoa era started. This story is just getting started, and I for one can't wait to see where it goes.

New Mutants #30 is a story brimming with love for each character and the team's rich history as a whole.

The art is fabulous on this run, with Jesus Saiz knocking it out of the park every time he draws a new panel. The demon looks incredible and the framing of some of those scenes where Lane talks to it are so haunting in such a cinematic way. Lan Medina does the other set of pencils for this issue and once again, there is nothing to complain about. Every page of this book is a visual and literary treat. JMS proves his Captain America"run as worthy to go toe to toe with the greats.

As far as Thor comics go,Immortal Thorcan easily rest aside the long-revered greats as Ewing pushes these characters and this mythos into new directions.

Hellionsends the series just as it began: it's emotional, it's weird, and it's delightful.

Infernois truly the most exciting thing to happen to X-MensinceHoX/PoX.

Inferno's sticks the landing in a big way, delivering top-tier interpersonal drama and setting the stage for future books.

Archie's Holiday Magic Special#1 is cute, funny, and just what the doctor ordered for anyArchiefan who missed reading their adventures.

Thunderbirdmakes me want to read more of this team taking on this character in the future. The characters they crafted in this story are wonderful and the issue itself is beautifully heartwarming. I can't wait to read more of John Proudstar inX-Mencomics in the future. This issue is a perfect opportunity to redefine John Proudstar and introduce a whole slew of new readers to the character they might have never met or forgotten about. As far as X-Men comics go, this was easily one of the most touching issues in a long time.