Piper Whitaker's Comic Reviews

Reviewer For: AIPT Reviews: 52
8.6Avg. Review Rating

10
Absolute Wonder Woman (2024) #1

Oct 23, 2024

Ultimately, Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is a strong start to an already experimental and engaging universe. Thompson and Sherman have a lot of exciting stuff lined up and I can't wait to see how it all evolves.

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9
Absolute Wonder Woman (2024) #2

Nov 27, 2024

Absolute Wonder Woman #2 continues the theme of feeling large and powerful, as Thompson, Sherman, and Bellaire continue experimenting with the classic Wonder Woman mythos and Greek myth. Despite its problems, this is still a fantastic issue.

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6
Action Comics (2016) #1056

Jun 27, 2023

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.

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6
Action Comics (2016) #1057

Sep 26, 2023

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

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7
Action Comics (2016) #1058

Oct 24, 2023

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.

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6
Action Comics (2016) #1060

Dec 12, 2023

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.

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7.5
Action Comics (2016) Annual: 2023

Dec 26, 2023

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.

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10
Action Comics (2016): Doomsday Special

Aug 29, 2023

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.

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8
Batman / Dylan Dog (2024) #1

Mar 12, 2024

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.

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9
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #20

Oct 17, 2023

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.

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8
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #21

Nov 21, 2023

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.

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10
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #22

Dec 19, 2023

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.

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10
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #23

Jan 16, 2024

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.

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10
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #24

Feb 20, 2024

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.

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10
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #25

Mar 19, 2024

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.

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9.5
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #26

Apr 16, 2024

'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.

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6
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #27

May 21, 2024

Ultimately, Waid delivers a fun issue with the World's Finest crew, but issue #27 suffers from scripting issues that will require a good fix in the next couple of installments. Thanks to Mora and Mercer, the book was able to keep on its feet and continue being a fun and digestible issue.

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9
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #28

Jun 18, 2024

Overall, the creative trio in this book help lift each other up in admirable ways as each hurdle is balanced with either Waid's script or Mora and Mercer's dynamic and engaging art. It makes me hopeful the trio will stick the landing in the final issue of this arc.

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9
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #29

Jul 17, 2024

As Dan Mora retires from the series, Waid and Mora successfully stick the landing on an overall fun and crazy arc. It will be interesting to see where the book will go with Mora's absence and what Waid will focus on next.

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7
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #30

Aug 21, 2024

Overall, Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #30 is a fun but flawed issue. Mark Waid hit a few roadblocks in his script but managed to deliver an entertaining story with some cute moments and beautiful art from Gleb Melnikov.

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10
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) #31

Sep 18, 2024

Overall, Batman/Superman: World's Finest #31 is a strong return to form and plays off of Waid's past work to help set up an exciting future for this series whether its for Justice League Unlimted, JSA, or simply World's Finest.

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6
Batman / Superman: World's Finest (2022) Annual: 2024

Jan 30, 2024

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.

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8
Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham (2023) #1

Sep 12, 2023

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.

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10
Batman: One Bad Day (2022): Clayface #1

Feb 21, 2023

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.

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10
Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville (2023) #1

Sep 5, 2023

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.

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10
Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville (2023) #2

Oct 3, 2023

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.

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10
Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville (2023) #3

Nov 7, 2023

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.

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10
Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville (2023) #4

Dec 5, 2023

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.

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10
Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville (2023) #5

Jan 2, 2024

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.

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10
Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville (2023) #6

Feb 6, 2024

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.

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10
Hairball (2023) #1

Apr 5, 2023

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

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8
Kneel Before Zod (2024) #1

Jan 2, 2024

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.

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10
Knight Terrors: Action Comics (2023) #1

Jul 25, 2023

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.

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10
Knight Terrors: Action Comics (2023) #2

Aug 22, 2023

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.

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5
Knight Terrors: Batman (2023) #1

Jul 4, 2023

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.

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5
Knight Terrors: Batman (2023) #2

Aug 1, 2023

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.

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10
Knight Terrors: Superman (2023) #1

Jul 18, 2023

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.

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Knight Terrors: Superman (2023) #2

Aug 15, 2023

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.

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10
Memoirs of a Man in Pajamas #1

Aug 29, 2023

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.

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8
Phantom Road (2023) #1

Feb 28, 2023

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.

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7
Power Girl (2023) #3

Nov 28, 2023

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.

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10
Power Girl (2023) #4

Dec 26, 2023

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.

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10
Power Girl (2023) #7

Mar 26, 2024

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.

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9
Power Girl (2023) #8

Apr 23, 2024

The artistic evolution in this series shows how powerful Leah Williams and Eduardo Pansica are as a creative duo and how their method thus far is tackling the grand comic book crossover in a strong and engaging way. Each issue continues to be a treat for just how passionate these two are.

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8
Power Girl (2023) #10

Jun 25, 2024

Overall, Power Girl #10 is a fun conclusion to the book's first event tie-in with some of Williams' most engaging action and Pansica's best work. Despite the overexposure with Symbio, we are curious to see where Williams and Pansica take the book next.

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7
Power Girl (2023) #11

Jul 24, 2024

Power Girl #11 is a funny, beautifully drawn installment that suffers from an overarching issue that impacts the book's romance.

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7
Power Girl (2023) #12

Aug 28, 2024

Overall, Power Girl #12 is a nice dive into romantic fantasy with some fun comedy and a beautiful atmosphere thanks to Moore's art. The book has a couple of rough patches, but not enough to ruin the fun energy present inside.

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8
Power Girl (2023) #14

Oct 23, 2024

Williams and Melo bring their A-game to All In, revamping the series with their cute comedy, touching sentiments, gorgeous art, all topped off with the promising return of a key villain.

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10
Superman (2023) Annual: 2023

Aug 8, 2023

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.

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10
The Agency (2023) OGN

Apr 19, 2023

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

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9
The Reddest Rose: Romantic Love From The Ancient Greeks to Reality TV OGN

Jan 30, 2023

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

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7
Unstoppable Doom Patrol (2023) #1

Mar 28, 2023

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.

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