As strong of a story 'Ex Machina' is, it couldn't help balance the more unsavory backups of this week's Action Comics. However, I carry high hopes for the Superfamily after Knight Terrors.

All around, Action Comics #1057 has good moments but is overshadowed by shaky side stories and questionable character development.

The highlighting team have strong visions for each of these stories and are showing that they're willing to carry these characters into the new era despite the road bumps they encounter. I can't wait for the next installment.

Ultimately, Johnson and co. don't deliver as hard as they usually do, but are saved by the intense signs of war in "Past is Prologue". I do have high hopes for the future of the Superfamily and Dreamer as the teases to their upcoming storylines show exciting adventures awaiting 2024.

Ultimately, Johnson and Raynor walk into some problems manage to craft a satisfying ending for a fan-favorite run. I can't wait to see what these two do next.

With all of the cards in place, Action Comics: Doomsday Special #1 by Dan Watters, Eddie Barrows, Eber Ferriera, Adriano Lucas, Max Raynor, and Andrew Dalhouse is a terrifying and exciting event setup that will lead to a new era of Supergirl and Martian Manhunter.

Despite characterization issues, 'Batman/Dylan Dog #1' is a fun introduction into the world of Dylan Dog and his new adventures with the Caped Crusauder. I can't wait to see where the story goes next.

A strong but awkwardly paced introduction to a new and important storyline. I believe Waid, Mora, and Bonvillan have something special despite minor problems within the script.

All together, Waid, Mora, and Bonvillan are telling an interesting story full of twists and turns. However, it is weighted down by the lack of downtime needed for these characters.

Batman/Superman: World's Finest: #22 is overall a welcome improvement over the last two issues. The scope of "Heir to the Kingdom" is a test to Waid's mythological storytelling and how he wants to evolve Earth-0's World's Finest, whether it's modeling David/Magog after Kara Zor-El and Dick Grayson or leaning into somewhat obscure religious mythology and ideology.

Altogether, Waid and Mora knock it out of the park with this installment and sets up a big shake for a conclusion that will surely change foundations for the series going forward.

Waid and co. truly stuck the landing with this issue as they remind the readers that they are here to add and not change the original story. For as influenctial as Kingdom Come has been for many years, the messaging of a legacy and the religious aspects of it ever fails to paint a perfect picture.

All together, this new installment of Batman/Superman: World's Finest functions as fun and unique teasers for future arcs in the series and I can't wait to see how Waid and co. experiment with their characters.

'Batman/Superman: World's Finest #26' is a strong start in an already brilliant series. I can't wait to see what happens next and maybe see if this shattering ending brings in Mxy and Bat-Mite's second favorite heroes, Supergirl and Batgirl.

Despite some problems, Batman/Superman: World's Finest 2024 Annual is a fantastic deep dive into the outside world of Batman and Superman and does a great job to show what the heroes of the past get up to when the World's Finest aren't around.

Rafael Grampa and Matheus Lopes bring readers a strong but shaky introduction to their interpretation of everyone's favorite Caped Crusader, and despite their errors deliver an entertaining comic with a lot of discussion to be had about Batman as a myth.

One Bad Day remains one of DC's most artistic and terrifying line of Batman stories, and Clayface's entry showcases the best that DC horror can be.

Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville is fun, cute, and reminiscent of their past in Keith Giffen's JLI and it will only continue to get crazier as the mini series continues. I can't wait to see what these three have in store for Bea and Tora.

Starer, Bustos, and Bonvillan flex their creative abilities once more to show how deep their love for JLI and the many cast of characters Keith Giffen was obsessed with during his tenor at DC. This miniseries is a must for anyone who loves '80s comics and their unusual sense of humor.

This issue, while a filler chapter, continues the series trend of being a fun and engaging series full of laughs and heartwarming moments between two inseparable heroes.

Once again. Starer, Bustos, and Bonvillan knock it out of the park with this installment of Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville and continue to develop what might be one of the most entertaining comics out on shelves right now. I can't wait for the next issue.

As we prepare for the end, Starer, Bustos, and Bonvillan make sure to plant the seeds for a crazy finale and I'm excited to see how this story ends as they have managed to pull together a rare 'home run' mini series.

After striking gold with each issue, the creative team behind 'Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville' craft a perfect ending to a perfect book. I'm excited to see where these creators go next.

Hairball #1 is a brilliant collaboration between Kindt and the Jenkins that provides a passionate, unsettling story, setting the stage for an exciting miniseries.

Despite the problems that Casey and McDaid run into, Kneel Before Zod is a strong beginning to a promising mini series. I can't wait to see how this series evolves.

Continuing off the heels of horror and intrigue introduced by Superman and Supergirl's adventures in Knight Terrors: Superman #1, this was a strong set of horror stories from two writers who aim to push the Heroes of Tomorrow into a new and impressive height.

All together Leah Williams, Vasco Georgiev, Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Mico Suayan, and Fico Ossio have something special here and the future of Power Girl and Action Comics is a bright one. I've never been more excited for a superhero comic line before until these books arrived and I can only see it going up from here.

A messy script that suffers from the age-old event curse, but a strong foray into horror with some terrifying art from March and Lafuente.

All around, Knight Terrors: Batman #2 is a shaky but visually interesting end to the two-parter. I can only hope Williamson improves with the upcoming Batman and Robin series.

Written by DC veteran Joshua Williamson, drawn by The Thing's Tom Reilly, and colored by Nathan Fairburn, Knight Terrors: Superman sets itself as a strong story for Superman and, interestingly enough, his cousin Supergirl. The story follows the generalized Knight Terrors format but with an ending twist as Insomnia comes after the Red-Blue Blur and manipulates his dreams to reveal his greatest fears. Williamson plays with Clark Kent's fears a lot better than he did his dark and brooding companion in Knight Terrors: Batman, and it shows.

Williamson. Reilly, and Fairburn knock it out of the park with the final installment of Knight Terrors: Superman and sets up the future of The Man of Steel in a strong and interesting way.

I genuinely believe this is a book you don't want to ignore. Memoirs is a semi-autobiographical comic strip that makes you relive the everyday stress you deal with, this time manifested into a weak and cowardly man who happens to be the book's author. I believe that this will be a classic that many future creators will look back on for years to come, whether it's for its sense of humor or its beautiful artwork.

Phantom Road is a strong start on a bumpy dirt road. Lemire's strengths and weaknesses are both on display, and the art does a lot of the foundational work for the story. This is a comic to keep your eye on for awhile.

Altogether, Power Girl #3 continues the story in a strong way with strong atmosphere and tone but manages to come across new issues that can be easily overcome as the series progresses. We can't wait to see where Williams and Pansica go with this story.

In the end, Power Girl #4 is a strong end for a first arc and shows Williams' best strengths as a writer. Pansica's art will be missed in the upcoming issues, however, we are excited for the future.

Ultimately, the issue is well worth a read as the collaboration between Leah Williams and Marguerite Sauvage shows how passionate the two are for these characters and the world they inhabit.

All together, Superman Annual 2023 is the best issue in Williamson and Campbell's Superman run and it only makes me excited for whats to come for Superman and Lois.

The Agency is a sexual science fiction and psychedelic ride with an addictive art style and a passionate love for the medium.

Strongly written with extravagant and comedic art. However, this comic is not designed for the average comic audience.

Unstoppable Doom Patrol is a fresh start for a beloved property, and while there are a few speed bumps, Culver and Burham are running straight towards the future.