Raisa's Comic Reviews

Reviewer For: Florida Geek Scene Reviews: 44
9.0Avg. Review Rating

9.5
Adventure Time: Banana Guard Academy #1

Jul 9, 2014

Lastly, the art was great. Full ten points because of the awesome coloring. The style was slightly different than the cartoon, but certainly not in a bad way. My absolute favorite, though, was the cover! I loved the cover and the variants included! It was such a unique take on Princess Bubblegum and I am absolutely in love with it. I feel like I'm going to buy this book purely for the cover.

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9.5
Alex + Ada #1

Nov 13, 2013

Like I said, I can't wait for the next installment. This is a comic that I am PERMANENTLY adding to my list. I recommend it for sure.

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9
Amazing World of Gumball Grab Bag Special: 2015 #1

Oct 21, 2015

I'd recommend this book to all parents for their children, especially if the kids are fans of the Gumball television show. Even without ever having watched the show, this issue of Gumball is fun, family-friendly read and can serve as a small treat for any child. In my quest to find more children-friendly comic books, my findings have been less than satisfactory, but Gumball will definitely be an addition to my collection.

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7
Angry Birds / Transformers #1

Dec 31, 2014

This book caters to many different types of fans and certainly has potential. However, I assume it's directed at children and if it continues to do what it's doing right now, it may become very successful with young boys and girls.

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10
Archie (2015) #1

Jul 15, 2015

Honestly, I just love it. By the time I'm done writing this review, I'll have read Archie #1 seven times. Waid hasgiven the characters so much heart. He's made them brand-new. These characters are going to bring in new readers and are going to renew the love of old ones. I have high, high hopes for the series. Any worries I had about the reboot are down the drain. If I could give this book an eleven out of ten, I would. I'm telling you right now: if you haven't picked up Archie #1, go to the store or get on Comixology or whatever you normally do, and freaking read it.

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7
Astronauts in Trouble #1

Jul 1, 2015

Overall, I think this series had a lot of potential to bring in readers, but there's just no real introduction. It's not a very reader-friendly book and probably won't appeal to anyone that hasn't already read Astronauts in Troublebooks before. For this reason, and this reason only, I have rated the book lower for plot and dialogue. I think Charlie Adlard's name will do the book some good, but if itcan't become a bit more friendly in the next issue, I can't say it'll be a popular recommendation.

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4.5
Ben 10 #1

Jan 15, 2014

Perhaps this comic is trying to restart the entire Ben 10 universe and redo it. Even if that's the case, I am not very fond of the idea. And if they are trying to do that, I honestly don't think it is being taken in the right direction.

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10
Black Widow (2014) #1

Jan 15, 2014

And also, YAY FOR FOREIGN FEMALE PROTAGONISTS!

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8.5
Bravest Warriors #1

Dec 17, 2014

The art was exceptionally colorful. The art style and font changed for every new story and I enjoyed them all. I especially enjoyed the diversity in the characters' designs. They were tall, short, thick, thin, light, dark, long-haired, or short-haired. Props to the artist. Ten out of ten. Overall I think the comichas tons of potential and could be used as an effective mechanism to bring in more viewers to the web show. I look forward to see it progress.

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8
Cartoon Network Super Secret Crisis War #1

Jul 9, 2014

Overall, Super Secret Crisis War was a nice read. It's certainly interesting and definitely appeals to nostalgia. I think this it's a great idea on Cartoon Network's part. I especially enjoyed the little twist at the end.

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9
Eccentrix (One-Shot) #1

Aug 5, 2015

Lastly, the art of the book is beautiful. I love the style and the facial expressions are perfect. All the characters have cute costumes that highlight the stereotypical aspect of superheroism. No overly sexualized females, either. The ladies have perfectly normal cleavage. The only problem was that my copy kind of looks like a bad scan. The gamma correction needs to be fixed digitally, Other than that, excellent lines and colors.

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10
Inhumanity #1

Dec 18, 2013

Anyway, to all those who have lived through Infinity and eagerly await the rest of Inhumanity"or those of you who are wondering whether to read Inhumanity or not: you should read this book. It is well worth your time and I honestly think Inhumanity is going to be a great story. I just hope they collect Infinity soon so I can get on with my life.

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9.5
Magic the Gathering: Theros #1

Oct 30, 2013

This comic is going to get a lot of readers. I know that because my fellow MTG enthusiast friends are quite interested in it. Especially with the new Theros deck out, people will be excited to see a comic book companion. I will definitely be reading the next issue. It's good for when I'm through MTG withdrawal or something.

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9.5
Mr. Peabody and Sherman #1

Dec 4, 2013

Not only is it interesting to kids, but the dialogue in the comic is educational, too. Mr. Peabody is often shown giving Sherman little historical facts about each time period they visit. The word choice is perfect because it does not use words that are too big or complicated for children to understand, but it written so the dog still sounds like an intellectual.

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9.7
Negative Space #1

Jun 17, 2015

The art for the book is well-suited for its story. Detailed and mesmerizing, the art captures the emotions and feel of the book in a unique way. The colors are well-matched to each scene and the characters are realistically varied. The book features people of all shapes, sizes,and colors. Each character has a physical appearance that is reminiscent of his or her personality. I applaud the artist, as the art is one of the most important factors in keeping the reader engaged in the story.Negative Spaceis one of the most engaging books I have read as of recent, and I recommend all FGS readers to go out and pick it up. I, for one, have already added it to my pull list.

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9.5
Oh, Killstrike #1

Jun 10, 2015

I think the art fits right in with the vibe of the story. It encompasses thehumor of the book by exaggeratingthe characters' physical features. The facial expressions are especially exaggerated with Jared's giant drops of sweat flying around and Kill Strike's ridiculous makeup. All in all, I recommend this book to readers of all types. It's a light read and it'll only last four issues, so don't miss out!

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9
Powerpuff Girls #1

Oct 9, 2013

Overall, the first issue of the Powerpuff Girls managed to live up to my expectations. It was cute, simple, a good length, and it even managed to get a chuckle or two out of me. I'm tempted to even purchase the comic for my baby cousin's birthday.

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10
Powerpuff Girls #2

Jan 1, 2014

Wow! With IDW publishing all these comics from old Cartoon Network shows, I can't help but hope for Courage the Cowardly Dog or Dexter's Laboratory. All in all, I am really happy to have these old characters coming back from my childhood as comic books!

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9.7
Red One #1

May 27, 2015

I would be insane to say anything negative about the art. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Terry and Rachel Dodson's art. The couple beautifully portrays vintage Californian scenes and somehow makes Vera sexy without being sexualized. I am currently reading Marvel's Princess Leia series, which also features Terry Dodson's art and I can't say that his art doesn't perfectly fit the book. I would not have picked anyone else to have drawn either comic. Red One will most certainly be added to my pull list.

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9
Rochelle #1

Sep 21, 2016

Overall, Rochelle the Teen Cockroach is exactly what I expect from indie comics: otherworldliness, style, relatability, and weird new villains. Mainstream superhero comics have lost their relatability in recent years. They are about extravagant and impossible heroes who swoop in and save the universe from unimaginable horrors. Their personal lives and internal struggles are lost in the world of big-budget cinema and destruction-heavy action. Rochelle brings back some of that classic relatability to comics, as indie comics should.

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10
Rocky & Bullwinkle #1

Mar 26, 2014

This is a great comic for all ages and that is a feat that is difficult to accomplish. I give a figurative pat on the back to the makers.

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10
Samurai Jack #1

Oct 30, 2013

I am so incredibly happy about this comic coming out because it would be so much fun to read them with my little brother. He's really into ninjas, samurais, and swords, so this is a good way to get him to read. Not to mention it'll give me an excuse to buy more comics. Anyway, I totally recommend Samurai Jack to all you Cartoon Network enthusiasts out there. Or if you just really miss Samurai Jack, because I know Scott (owner of Florida Geek Scene) really likes the series, this is perfect. A great family read, too.

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10
Samurai Jack #2

Jan 1, 2014

Dialogue is rare as it was in the cartoon. Usually it is Jack's adversaries that are speaking. The lines were well written, short, and to the point. I had fun trying to make up different voices for the characters in my head. There was also that subtle humor I so well remember from the cartoon show.My favorite part was when Samurai Jack's iconic little pony tail unraveled to reveal some pretty majestic hair.

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9.5
Sleepy Hollow: Origins #1

May 13, 2015

The art was particularlybeautiful. The inking was especially well done, as it was defined, yet not too thick. The coloring was very artistically done. The color palettes perfectly matched the mood of each scene andbrought out the characters in a unique way. Although, in some panels the facial expressions were not clear or exaggerated enough. However, this makes only a minor difference. The artist made noticeably good use of eyes and eyebrows in the characters' facial expressions. Sometimes it was subtle, and other times exaggerated. I appreciate that kind of creativity and give many props to the artist. Overall, the art tied together a rather well-rounded book. I expect that fansof the TV series will be well satisfied with the comic.

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6
Sovereign #1

Mar 19, 2014

Overall, Sovereign has some way to go. There are the obvious mistakes and the not so obvious mistakes. The simple visual and structural problems need to be fixed before the comic can begin to attempt to reach full creative potential.

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5
Sovereign #2

Apr 23, 2014

Overall, I am disappointed with Sovereign #2. It had potential and it could just do a lot better. I can't say I particularly want to read the next book, but I still hold on to the hope that I will see something better when I do.

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8
Spaced Out #1

Mar 19, 2014

The plot was fun and exciting, but it dragged on in some places. There was sometimes too much going on at one time to keep up with all the lingo. The characters were the best, though. They were witty, wise, funny, cute, clueless, charming, sassy, resourceful, or daring. Overall, I can definitely see Spaced Out going somewhere. Itjust hasn't gotten quite there yet.

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7.5
Steven Universe #1

Aug 19, 2014

I believe the Steven Universe comic book has the potential to be a successful spin-off of the show. The comic book industry is extremely important in pop culture these days. If done properly, it could bring in new viewers and even become popular with the current viewers of the show. It just needs to appeal to new readers more.

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9
Steven Universe: Greg Universe Special #1

May 13, 2015

Lastly, the dialogue in Steven Universe was reminiscent of the show. The letters were of varying fonts, colors, and shapes. They captured the reader's attention and were placed in ways that reflected the story and complimented the art styles. The only reason I have given it an eight is because in some stories, the dialogue was either distracting or difficult to follow. Overall, however, the plots, art, and dialogue flowed together into one Steven Universe masterpiece.

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9
Super Secret Crisis War: Johnny Bravo #1

Jul 23, 2014

Need I mention the dialogue? I give it all an A+. Johnny Bravo is absolutely hilarious and the girls' reactions were even better. The robot was dressed in this weird Elvis looking outfit, so his robotic insults were even funnier! I find it amusing that the writers gave the robot such personality. He was this confused, desperate bucket of bolts just trying to find a champion for his master, but he was stuck chasing this strange blonde man with a half- brain.

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9.5
Super! #1

Nov 20, 2013

Lastly, I thoroughly enjoyed the plot. Super! definitely took its time in developing the story, but certainly not in a bad way. I was able to savor the world around the main character, Paula A.K.A Blitz. The characters are all very likable and relatable. They are all hilarious and adorable at the same time. And for those of you who like plot twists, there is one hell of an ending to this issue! It killed me a little on the inside to be left with a cliff-hanger like that especially because this book is fifty-some pages long! I look forward to be able to get my hands on the next issue just to see what happens next!

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10
Super! #2

Feb 19, 2014

On to the plot. Last issue left the reader with one hell of an ending. It was arguably the best part in the issue. This issue gave us new characters, a new story, and a new cliffhanger. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, and I honestly think Super! deserves more attention. I'm currently contemplating the thought of cosplaying one of the characters.

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10
Super! #3

Jun 4, 2014

Seriously, this comic deserves more readers. It needs a mega cult-following. I volunteer to be the president of its fan club.

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10
Super! #4

Jun 11, 2014

I am thinking about ordering a hard copy and a poster from the Unlikely Heroes Studio web store, which you can access here. Both are very cheap and it's a great way to support the creators of this fantastic comic. T-shirts are available, too and those are a bargain compared to normal t-shirt prices. Seriously, though. These days, t-shirts are, like, thirty bucks a pop. I'm grateful for my petite size because I can just buy seven dollar tees from the JC Penny tween boys' section. Lucky for you, a Super! tee is only eight bucks.

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10
Super! #5

Jul 29, 2014

I've saved the best for last. If you've read my reviews for the first four issues ofSuper!, you'd know that I obsess over the art in this comic. Recently, I realized that even the art is a parody of modern comic book art. But really,Super!‘s art is colorful, clean, detailed, and pretty. I decided that I would buy a poster from the comic's website. I'd recommend this comic to anyone.

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10
Super-Secret Crisis War: Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends #1

Sep 23, 2014

This has to have been my favorite Super Secret Crisis War installment yet. It deserves a full ten out of ten for all its worth and effort. IDW and Cartoon Network really outdid themselves this time.

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9
The Maxx: Maxximized #1

Dec 4, 2013

The story is strange in a good way. The concept of it is completely unique from anything I have ever seen before and frankly, I think I would really enjoy it. I am currently contemplating the thought of whether I should purchase the trades or not.All in all, I think this comic deserves the come back it is getting. The Maxx is certainly not for everyone. I think it has its own niche in the comic book world and I also think it successfully entertains the audience it drew in. I would definitely recommend that readers check it out because you never know what you'll end up falling in love with.

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9
The Maxx: Maxximized #2

Jan 1, 2014

Speaking of language, just as everything else in this book is, the dialogue is unique as well. I always love when creators change the fonts of the dialogue to represent the voices of the characters. That is done quite a bit in the Maxx. The only complaint I have is that sometimes the font can be hard to read.

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9.5
The Tipping Point #1

Feb 3, 2016

Is this book for everyone? Probably not. I can't promise you that you'll like it. It's not dramatic or action-filled. It's not thrilling. However, I can promise you that The Tipping Point will offer you something unique and individual. It offers the reader a certain perspective and a different experience than what you normally have reading comics. It's new and fresh. People like that, so I recommend anyone give it a try.

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10
The Witcher #1

Mar 26, 2014

Lastly, the dialogue of the characters is the perfect combination of modern English and archaic language. It fits whatever time period or realm the story takes place in. What was cool was that I was able to imagine different voices and accents for the two men. This is a sign of great writing.

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10
The Witcher #2

Apr 23, 2014

Also, I totally just found out that this comic is based on a video game. Cool, cool. Probably should have Googled that beforehand. It must be a good game if it inspired a comic book to be made for it. I look forward to the next issue.

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10
Tomb Raider #1

Apr 2, 2014

In the end, this comic totally accomplished its goal, which I would assume would be to promote the game. I say well done.

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6
Trish Out Of Water #1

Oct 16, 2013

Like I said in the beginning, this comic has a lot of potential. Every problem Trish Out of Water may have can be fixed and/or improved. I hope to see Aspen make improvements and make a comeback with the next issue.

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9
Winterworld #1

Jun 18, 2014

The dialogue is the best. The comic probably has some of the best dialogue I've ever seen. It's extremely fluid and very natural. I could practically hear real people uttering the words that the characters said.

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