‘AL15: The Adventure Begins' is a gorgeous epic adventure hybrid graphic novel that stands apart from others in the best way possible. Lush, dynamic, and energetic art with painterly flares stand alongside detailed and perfectly used prose sections to bring this science fiction world to vivid life.

'All-New Firefly: Big Damn Finale' lives every bit up to its name as the concluding issue of this eleven-part character study tugs at all the heartstrings and brings a monumental change for the Serenity crew. What this creative team, and everyone that has been part of it, has accomplished in this series is truly amazing, turning a very flat character into the emotional crux of their story. A perfect entry into the Firefly world that takes what was built and moves it ten steps forward.

All-New Firefly kicks off a whole new series of adventures while returning the series to most of its western science-fiction caper-style roots, shining a light on previously unexplored areas. At the same time, while the book captures all the energy and style of the show that inspired it those involved make sure to put their own stamps on every aspect making this something familiar but new on all levels.

‘All-New Firefly' returns the intrepid crew of misfits back to their classic roots of being somewhere firmly between the worlds of outlaws and heroes out in the frontiers of space, while also moving the world and the characters forward in new ways. Every page captures that science fiction western energy perfectly, as the spotlight turns towards the mostly unexplored figure that is Jayne.

‘All-New Firefly' knows exactly what it needs to be as a new but familiar entry into this franchise, taking a well-known formula and adding a whole new set of twists to mix things up. All those science fiction meets western fun vibes are back in full force creating an experience that is a true delight to behold.

All-New Firefly continues to be a showcase for how something that the audience knows can be easily expanded upon and grown without losing those familiar aspects. There is such love and care on all fronts from this creative team, as they easily navigate a welcome status quo that is leading to new bigger things and giving characters we only thought we knew the room to shine like never before.

‘All-New Firefly' turns the spotlight even further onto one of the crew's most unexplored members, giving us a ton of deeper character-developing moments. This series has been a really great return to form for the Serenity crew while also building and deepening this universe, taking it to places that it hasn't been to before.

‘All-New Firefly' captures all of the energy that drew people to the original television series but takes it even further, expanding the world and the characters in new and exciting ways. This is a truly fun and well-put-together series that is a delight to dive into month after month.

‘All-New Firefly' is a series that mines the familiar elements of the fan-favorite short-lived television series while also digging even deeper to build a bigger and newer foundation that allows the characters and their world to expand in the best way possible. Jayne Cobb remains a highlight of this run, a fact that was once surprising, becoming a much more nuanced and three-dimensional character while retaining many of the elements that were always part of his character.

‘All-New Firefly' continues the quest to make Jayne Cobb a more nuanced character, a pursuit that the series is fully succeeding at month after month. A lot of great artistic work creates a tense yet also calming issue that keeps the reader alert all the way up to a powerful and potentially game-changing cliffhanger. There are only a few issues left, but this series will surely be remembered for the love & dedication it has shown as well as the significant impact it has had upon this universe.

‘All-New Firefly' is rocketing towards it's big damn finale with no signs of slowing down as it continues to focus on Jayne Cobb and makes the character and this world richer with every single page and issue. While it's a shame the series has an endpoint, the story that we've gotten out of these issues has been fantastic and is definitely going to go down as a classic take on this universe of characters.

‘All-New Firefly' expertly brings the various threads that it's been weaving together in order to prepare for the upcoming big series finale issue, putting a striking cap on the fantastic Jayne Cobb growth. This has been such a wonderful series full of rich character work and gorgeous powerful artwork which all showcases just how well this universe can work and continue to be explored over twenty years later.

DC Comics has found its legacy once more and nowhere is that more clear than the stunning first issue of Aquaman: The Becoming. There is a clear love and passion from everyone involved for both Jackson Hyde and everything that is part of Aquaman's world and comic books in general.

Jackson Hyde hits some patches of rough waters as ‘Aquaman: The Becoming' #2 pits the hero against some hard hitting foes that one can't fight with their fists, tapping into the real world in a really relevant and well done way. Every page is a gorgeous journey through Atlantis and Amnesty Bay as this team brings vivid deep life this slice of the DC Comics universe. It's a really fantastic time to be a fan of the Aquaman family and their world.

As Jackson Hyde flees to a former home away from home, more pieces of the puzzle surrounding the plot to frame him begin to make themselves known especially surrounding the new villain Deluge. Truly this series and it's companion Black Manta are breathing a new bit of life into the Atlantean side of the DC Universe, and it's beyond exciting to see.

Passing the halfway point, Aquaman: The Becoming loses no steam as the series continues to flesh out Jackson Hyde's world while taking the character on an emotional roller coaster ride. This fourth issue presents another fantastical yet grounded artistic journey through the widest realms of the DC Universe.

A new Aquaman rises as the hero of multiple worlds, as the baptism of fire and character developing mini-series for Jackson Hyde comes to a satisfying yet tragic ending. As the variety of underwater locales and battles (as well as various parts of the DC Universe) have been brought to gorgeous life, the care and detail put into growing Jackson and his part of the DC Universe have been tremendous. This is not just a must-read for any Jackson or Aquaman fans, but just for comic book fans period.

Aquamen's debut issue is the right amount of fun, emotion, and action as it weaves a story built on pre-existing threads that is built to welcome in any new passengers coming on board for this grand journey. It's a bold and beautiful time for the Aquaman/Atlantis portion of DC Comics, and the fans of those realms are going to be eating quite well for the foreseeable future.

‘Aquamen' is not only building an intriguing mystery surrounding its title characters but it's also giving the Aqua-family the big Bat-family-like shared world experience that they richly deserve. A colorfully energetic book that puts a heavy emphasis on character relationships and depth, is just what we like to see from this sort of title.

‘Aquamen' continues to do an amazing job at not only focusing on the title characters but overall celebrating the entirety of the Aqua-family and their history, as it sets things up for the future on the horizon. A bright but dark and deep superhero story that revolves around family, is the best way to really begin to pass the baton to Jackson Hyde as the Aquaman of the present and future.

‘Aquamen' is not only a fantastic Aquaman family-centered series, it is probably one of the most fun and emotional and family-centric comics on the stands right now. Embracing the legacy of the characters and delving deep into their worlds is bearing great fruit and proves beyond a doubt that these characters are great and have been great and should be featured like this far more. All while giving us a gorgeous energetic action-packed tour of the DC Universe in every issue.

‘Aquamen' keeps the proverbial foot on the gas as the series approaches a conclusion, continuing to showcase amazing action laced with strong deep character work and gorgeous colorful visuals. This is a series that many Aquafans have been waiting for, and truly there needs to be something like it after this book wraps.

Aquamen takes in its final pages to set aside the superheroics and dive deeper into the intricacy of human interaction/connection, the mixing of politics and fear, as well as grief and the toll of unexpected losses. This has been a truly beautiful and character-driven series that has done so much to expand this family of characters and their world. It will be deeply missed.

One of the Amazing Friends and Uncanny ones finally slides into his own title again as ‘Astonishing Iceman' places the popular but underutilized mutant into the thick of the ‘Fall Of X' event. A romantic emotional soap opera-driven superhero solo series is always a welcome thing in comics, especially one that is slick and pretty, and fun. A very solid outing to kick off this new series.

OveriewAstonishing Times brilliantly combines superheroes with the literal actual world right outside our windows in a way that celebrates the joy and spark that superheroes bring. Every page is filled with stunningly beautiful artwork that fully encapsulates this wonderful clash of the fantastical and our reality. Truly, a magnificent debut issue.

Astonishing Times wears its big superhero and comic book-loving heart right on its sleeve for all to see on every single page. This creative team has managed to take an age-old question about heroes and reality and give it a shiny new coat of paint and a whole new wonderful bag of tricks.

Astonishing Times continues to weave a tale and flesh out a world where superheroes were real but have left while the world moved on from them, and what comes next when the two worlds collide once more. A truly gorgeous and brilliant series that showcases just what the medium of comics is capable of doing while serving as a love letter to that same medium and genre.

After building up a world, Astonishing Times begins to tear it all down in an action-packed brutal, and revealing issue that continues to prove how much this creative team loves the medium of comic books. Every single page is gorgeous and energetic and feels like the characters might blast right off the pages. If you love superheroes and comic books, this is a series that you need to be reading.

Astonishing Times brings its exploration of the nature of heroes to a close, leaving it all out on the table in an epic, insightful, and relevant action-packed issue. Every aspect of this book has showcased how much this creative team loves comic books and superheroes, as they wove their own addition to the storied genre.

At long last, the Batgirls are soaring high in their own series, taking to the streets of Gotham in their own way for their own line of adventures. There is a lot of care and love clearly showcased on each page alongside a lot of colorful bright and popping fun energy that gives the book a unique personality among the line. There are a lot of building blocks being set here that has the potential to create a very solid foundation for hopefully years to come.

The reintroduction and reinvention of the Batgirls and their world continues in their new title which is able to juggle world-building, villain introduction, and solid character moments seamlessly together. Every element of the book screams out how much the creative team cares about these characters and their world and how much of their heart and soul they're putting into making this a truly unique and fun book within the Batman-related publishing line.

'Batgirls' continues to soar high powered by the depth of character work being showcased and the fact that the creative team shows no fear in building their own part of this rich tapestry and never shying away from why comic books are fun. Every bit of this series has a powerful energy that blends fun and seriousness in just the right proportions that make everything work. This is the book that Batgirl fans have been waiting for.

In a vast sea of Bat-related comic books, ‘Batgirls' continues to stand apart and do its own thing while remaining a clear part of this connected universe of titles. Fans of these characters are eating well right now as Batgirls is truly one of the best, fun, and gorgeous books that DC Comics is currently publishing. It's a breath of fresh air and a shining beacon of hope taking place in a dark and sometimes overbearing world.

Another month brings another wonderful issue of this fun and heartfelt but action-packed series that does justice to all the Batgirls, finally returning them to the proper spotlight they should always have upon them. Every element of this series is clicking and working together to create something unique within the myriad of Bat-related books, proving how much fun truly can be had in this part of the DC Universe.

Many modern superhero comics are finding the balance between great character moments/depth and blockbuster action once again and ‘Batgirls' is one of the top-shelf examples of how to do it well. This is a book that is energetic and gorgeous and powerful while making the reader feel a lot of things without losing a bit of the fun that is meant to be part of comic books.

A deep focus on character is one of the things that makes many people fall in love with comic books, and ‘Batgirls' is one of those series that nails the delicate dance of filling an issue with tons of character moments alongside the superhero action in all the right amounts. A vividly colorful and fun series that is a delight from the first page to the last with each and every single issue so far.

‘Batgirls' continues to capture a sort of old-school comic feeling mixed with a lot of modern sensibilities as it gives the main characters the spotlight that they truly deserve. A colorful, fun, emotional, silly, serious, and human feeling series that is a true delight to open up every single month. Anyone that is a fan of comic books should be picking this series up because it's pure comic book goodness.

'Batgirls' is a series that anyone can point to with certainty as an example of what a great comic superhero comic book can be, and maybe should be, as it taps into a classic type of energy with modern sensibilities. A totally whimsical fun light adventure that comes with a sharp bite, but plenty of laughter and bright vivid gorgeous visuals that pop right off the page.

‘Batgirls' might have reached the end of Bat Girl Summer, but the fall and beyond for these characters is just as bright and awesome. There is a great energy and style to this book that makes sure it never loses a step and is fun but serious at the same time month after month, a clear love on the page from everyone involved.

Month after month ‘Batgirls' continues to be one of the best series that DC Comics is putting on the shelves because of deep heartfelt relatable character moments, engaging plotlines, and just an overwhelmingly fun energy. Every artist brings their A-game to this series, finding ways to keep it serious but fun and always engagingly gorgeous to behold.

‘Batgirls' has been a character-rich emotional roller coaster since the very first issue and that gets taken up by like a hundred in this powerful heartwrenching issue, which silently hinges on the core best friend relationship of this series. A colorful gorgeous throwback feeling issue, this is one that will easily go down as a classic and be talked about for years to come.

‘Batgirls' #15 turns on the sound once more for a heavy issue that finds our title characters tested as the overall plot surrounding their toxic parental elements comes to a heart-wrenching conclusion. An issue that keeps even the most seasoned comic book reader on the edge of their seat and off guard. Anyone still not reading this series needs to get on board because this is what more comics should be like.

It's another high-flying adventure as ‘Batgirls' #16 takes the title characters to another place where their friendship is the core of the story, making sure this remains one of the best Bat-books around. Truly each issue is a wonderful slice of awesome and the fact that this creative team got to take part in bringing us this joy every month is something to be thankful for. If you haven't read this book yet, do yourself a massive favor and pick it up now.

In ‘Batgirls' #17 the girl's new home is under siege by an unseen force, putting them and everyone around them in the crosshairs as they race to keep The Hill and its residents safe once more. A more serious issue that doesn't shy away from a tough topic while maintaining the emotional/character aspects that have made it such a great title.

With the end in sight, ‘Batgirls' continues to do what it does best with a deep emotional character-focus which has defined this series as one of the best on the shelves. If you haven't been checking this book out, it's time to make that change, and bring this greatness into your life.

All things must end, and ‘Batgirls' goes out the way it always lived: wearing its proverbial heart on its sleeve at all times. A powerfully deep and emotional series that never skimped on the fun, wrapped up in a colorful stylized beautiful package month after month. These are the types of series that we need far more of from comic book publishers.

'Batgirls' meets 'Freaky Friday' in the first annual for one of DC Comics' most colorful and fun books on the stands. Far more pages give us more time with the Batgirls as their world continues to grow and solidify, continuing to be a dynamic colorful, and very energetic place to visit full of so much character depth.

‘Betsy Braddock: Captain Britain' #1 kicks off with a jam-packed energetic debut issue that calls back to where the character has come from the past few years while forging forward into whole new adventures and realms. Betsy Braddock is getting her well-deserved chance to shine and this creative team is doing not only her but all the rest of the cast around her complete justice.

‘Betsy Braddock: Captain Britain' #2 ups the number of captains within the series as a fan-favorite multiversal MCU-related British Captain joins the party against Braddock's growing stable of foes. A smooth, gorgeous, and action-packed issue chock full of great character moments while digging even deeper into the British side of Marvel.

Morgan le Fay continues to weave her twisted web putting Betsy Braddock and her allies into a race to find their own allies and outside help in the super-packed ‘Betsy Braddock: Captain Britain' #3. Everything about this series is just clicking as it toes the line between the continuation of a story from two previous titles and also a very colorful and gorgeous new reader-friendly action-packed character-heavy romp.

‘Betsy Braddock: Captain Britain' spends its penultimate issue bringing all the pieces to the gameboard, preparing for a big confrontational conclusion. This colorful gorgeous series shows so much love to the Braddocks/British Marvel and will be missed greatly. Hopefully, there is more on the way.

Another series with Britain's new Captain comes to a close as the final issue of ‘Betsy Braddock: Captain Britain' works to close out years worth of plotlines and story beats. A mostly solid issue puts the punctuation on a multi-series attempt to do the character and her side of the Marvel Universe justice after years of neglect. Hopefully it's not the last of these characters and creators we see at the house of ideas.

Tapping into the Spider-Man Beyond realm, this issue serves not only as a fun team-up between the title characters but puts a definitive statement in place about who and what Felicia Hardy/Black Cat is as a person and character. This is the perfect epilogue to properly close out what was truly among the best titles that Marvel Comics was publishing the past few years.

Beyond the Breach's debut issue solidly sets up the concept and nightmarish scenario of this book within the first few pages and doesn't let go as it races towards quite the cliffhanger. Gorgeously beautiful and horrific scenes are brought to life by the supremely talented art team for the book. Most definitely one of the strongest debut issues of the year.

'Beyond the Breach' continues to draw the audience even further into a bizarre and truly horrifyingly brutal world where there are more questions than there are answers, which is delightful, before dropping a game-changing cliffhanger. All of this is brought to life with some distinctive and quite beautiful artwork that never shies away from the true horror and hardship of this situation.

AfterShocks Beyond the Beach is an emotional, brutal, gorgeous science fiction horror series that keeps dropping little crumbs that deepen the overall mystery of the series. Strong character work and a group effort that pulls out all the stops in creating a living and breathing new world beyond imagination help this series heavily stand out from the pack.

The secret of the breach stands revealed in a truly engaging fourth issue of Beyond The Breach, which continues to flesh out this amazing science fiction world evne with only one more issue to go. Every inch of this brutal and horrifying yet intriguing world has been lovingly given life to the level where it all feels lived-in and weighty, showing just how great this creative team is at building worlds.

Beyond the Breach hit the gas right away in issue one and hasn't let up, even as the gorgeous trippy brutal, and emotional science fiction horror series comes to a conclusion. There are so many unexplored avenues presented within this intricate and fleshed-out world, showcasing the depth that this creative team achieved with this series. While this conclusion is satisfying (and heartbreaking), it also leaves one craving far more from this team and from this world.

When the Canary cries, the Birds Of Prey answer the call. A stellar debut issue sets the tone for this series revival, tapping into the past while presenting something modern and refreshing. A perfect jumping-on point for fans new and old ready to see these women kick butt and maybe take names later.

Pulling off a heist against a space god was the easy part, now Felicia Hardy faces a temptation-filled walk down memory lane with the ever-present threat of Knull looming overhead.

Black Cat continues to do what it does best, creating big and bold and fun stories filled with compelling and fully detailed characters while turning the point of view over to a newer character. The often noirish style of the series continues with colorful and smooth art that fires on all cylinders whether the moment is quiet or action-packed.

Black Cat continues to be one of the very best books on the stands from Marvel as the creative team delivers a truly stunning and emotional journey wrapped up in all the trappings of a traditional (but Marvelized) heist story. Every page is a delight to look upon and the issue hammers home just how great a character Felicia Hardy truly can be.

Everything about this series just continues to click and get better with every single issue that is released. Gorgeous dynamic engaging panels surrounded by a heartfelt and emotional and humorous story that never misses hammering home the true character moments alongside the superhero comics type spectacle. Truly a masterclass of the levels all superhero adjacent comic books should be aiming for.

This series continues to be one of the most heartfelt and character-driven books on the stands as it can rip your heart out and repair it all within the very same issue, in the best way possible time and time again. Creative, dynamic, energetic, and emotional are all words that perfectly describe every single artistic contribution to this issue and the series as a whole. 2021 is the year of the Black Cat, and that sounds like a pretty great year.

Black Cat remains one of the best books being published currently as it continues to fill its pages with fantastic humor, fun heist moments, and great heartfelt character moments and depth. All of that is perfectly captured by the gorgeous and dynamic art that brings this character and her world to life. Felicia Hardy's star continues to rise within the Marvel Universe, just like she deserves.

One of Marvel Comics' best books continues to pull out all the stops, truly showcasing what an all-around awesome and even terrifying character Felicia Hardy can be. A thoughtful, sassy, and fun issue is brought to stunning life by one of the best creative teams around who just keep hitting it out of the park month after month.

Felicia Hardy's stellar defining series is coming to an end but the creative team isn't slowing down, making sure that this fantastic series is going out with a bang. This creative team and every member that has contributed along the way has done amazing things and should be at the top of publisher's lists for projects going forward.

Black Cat Annual throws Felicia Hardy into a world different than her usual stomping ground but doesn't lose a bit of the series trademark humor, fun, and emotional weight. Truly fun and colorful and engaging artwork that continues the book's great trend to play with panel & page layouts fill every single page. It's a great intro sort of issue to Felicia and the book's style for new readers ahead of the upcoming Infinity Stones centric story arc.

There are comic books and then there are comic books that take their audience on a truly transformative emotional journey, and Balck Cat has most assuredly been one of those books from start to finish. This is a truly special book that should be placed on every comic book fan's shelves to be read over and over again. Gorgeous, fun, emotional, heartbreaking, funny, and honestly one of the best books that Marvel has ever published.

An action-packed debut issue with an intriguing plotline and no fear of exploring some of the deeper topics and subjects centered around the emotional human experience. Beautiful artwork, bouts of dark humor, and a personality that lets it stand apart from other Marvel books make it all even better.

With the debut out of the way, Black Knight's second issue sidelines a lot of the action for colorful Marvel history lessons but never forgets the fantastic emotional mental character work being done on Dane Whitman. Stunning and energetic visuals showcase the art team's ability to shift between action and expository quieter moments at the drop of a hat.

Black Knight's moody dark bloody mythological depressive and humorous status continues to allow it to stand apart from many other comic books upon the shelves. With the swords, flying horses, mystical beings, and deep ties to Camelot the series fills the epic fantasy niche that isn't explored near enough within Marvel. To top it off it's a rich character study not afraid to dive into the mental toll that heroics and life within the Marvel Universe begin to take on individuals.

Black Knight's penultimate issue brings the action while doing far more to continue the series deconstruction and reconstruction of the lore surrounding the history of the knight and Camelot itself. Every page is just full of glorious beautiful emotionally brutal and honest artwork that sells every single moment. This is the type of Black Knight series that many fans have been waiting for.

Black Knights concluding issue sufficiently and wonderfully wraps up many of the overarching plotlines or focuses of the miniseries while also building a whole new realm of mythology to explore moving forward. Every bit of the artwork brilliantly mixes darkness with also the brightness of hope and heroic energy that fills the issue. If you haven't checked out this series already, it surely should be on your to-read list.

Aquaman's arch-enemy gains his own series that throws readers into the deep end while hoping they can stay afloat to see what is next. It's a series that has a dark and sharp edge to it, much like the character that is its main star.

Black Manta's second issue retains its breakneck pace as it takes time to flesh out the world and give readers a bit more foundation to stand upon while maintaining its visually distinct stylings. Books centered around villains can be a bit of a hard sale, and this series doesn't shy away from that while also presenting enough to make it not quite so hard.

More pieces of the puzzle are revealed as Black Manta has a welcome rough charm both for the main character and for the series itself, adding a ton of new layers to the Atlantean realm and this decades-old character. Everything presented here bodes quite well for the upcoming Aquamen series and for the Aquaman-related line overall.

Black Manta continues to thread the needle in regards to presenting its title character as a flawed but interesting man on a mission, by surrounding him with a ton of interesting and diverse characters. A character with many rough edges needs an art team that can bring that to vivid accurate life and that's just what this series has.

Black Manta continues to be a stylishly gorgeous exploration of not just the title villainous character but also a variety of very pressing real-world issues told through the lens of superhero fantastical worlds. There aren't many books on the stands like Black Manta coming from the big publishers, which makes it stand out even more and mean so much more. This is a must-read book.

Black Manta sails into its final issue keeping the same energy it's had all along, adding new levels and insights to the rough around the edges title character without sacrificing who or what he is along the way. This series shows how to go about tackling a book that is about a pretty hardcore villain while also speaking to relevant topical issues with some superhero flair.

It's a bold new day in Wakanda as the latest Black Panther series dives deep into political and social realms while diving deeply into the shadowy realms of spy stories. The oversized debut issue has a lot to say wrapped up in a truly gorgeous and cinematic-like presentation that is worth the price of admission alone.

Black Panther's new run continues and delves much deeper into the political spy thriller realm, allowing the cast to explore more & speak their minds about the actions of a king. There is such a cinematic quality to this series, as the art team infuses every page with powerful energy and unique look.

Black Panther hits the big number of 200 as the main story keeps adding deeper and deeper levels to T'Challa's mistrust and the spy thriller world he's become embroiled within. A handful of very relevant backup stories help add even more to Wakanda and the tale of the Black Panther.

T'Challa's descent into paranoia and the realm of spy thrillers continues, as the former King makes a choice that could greatly change the direction of his mission and the overall future of Wakanda. Black Panther's latest series hits all the right notes as a political spy thriller meets a superhero series.

As more pieces of the assassination-filled puzzle are revealed, Black Panther and his allies find themselves being pulled deeper into a web of deceit partially of their own making. Framing a Black Panther series as a spy and political thriller is a great move and breathes some very different life into the character and his world.

It all comes crumbling down as T'Challa's choices and secrets put everything he's worked for and his very life at the greatest of risks. This continues to be an intriguing series that puts the title character and the supporting cast into interesting and very realistic positions as a nation struggles to figure out its place in the future politically and in other ways.

Black Panther's exploration of T'Challa and the sins he has committed continues as the character is brought to a point that should make future stories with him even more interesting, depending on where the conclusion of this story arc goes. Some moments of this story have been stronger than others, but overall it continues to be a very intriguing storyline for the character and for Wakanda as a whole.

Black Panther's first story arc comes to a powerful, emotional, and fitting ending as various threads are wrapped up and the future of the title character and Wakanda is decided. Not all the paths to this moment were clear or steady but the destination and the journey were worth the wait. T'Challa and Wakanda are left in some very interesting places, continuing to change both more than they have in years for the better.

‘Black Panther' turns the page and enters a new very strange chapter following the very tense dramatic thriller that opened this latest series for the former king of Wakanda. A new artistic creative team brings some interesting life to this series and brings great energy that helps this story sail along.

‘Black Panther' continues to disassemble its title character stripping more away from the former king as he comes to grips with his own sins while dealing with the threat of the almost comically on-the-nose Colonialist. There are bits to like here and the overall message, while blatant, does hit in its own way.

‘Black Panther' returns to where it all began, revealing the mastermind that has been pulling the strings since issue one in a story that continues to test T'Challa and pull the character apart more and more. Some solid conversations and some great bits with the Avengers as well as solid powerful artwork make this story work pretty well.

‘Black Panther' moves ever closer to the series endgame, taking its title character even lower while preparing to potentially at least partially dig him out of the hole that he dug for himself. So far this run is an intriguing one that has the potential to leave the character in a far different place than where he's been, depending on how it sticks the forthcoming landing.

Everything thread from the previous issues is starting to come together as ‘Black Panther' begins the countdown to its very near final issue, putting the former King of Wakanda into a tight spot with former allies & former enemies. An action-packed yet powerfully emotional issue rife with great character beats and some very slick artwork that moves around the page easily.

‘Black Panther' #14 delivers by facing the title character with a status quo-shattering development that has been building for most of the previous thirteen issues. An emotional action-packed issue that delivers on multiple levels, standing as a perfect penultimate issue for this short-lived but powerful series.

The latest volume of ‘Black Panther' comes to a satisfying and game-changing conclusion with ‘Black Panther' #15, wrapping up much of what has been built over the past fifteen months while also seeding plenty to be picked up upon for years to come by others. While T'Challa's future is murky and a question mark, the future for Wakanda within the universe is quite bright creating some great forward movement in a medium often dominated by old status quos.

Years in the making, the latest volume of Black Panther puts the former monarch of Wakanda into a new exciting place as the character must adapt to a world that has moved beyond him in many ways. A visually stunning debut that breathes even more unique life into this section of Marvel and promises great things to come.

T'Challa's new world continues to grow as Black Panther #2 deepens everything with powerfully deep visuals and a heavy well-crafted character focus. This series not only puts the character in a different space within the world but puts the long-running title into a new interesting space. Similarities to other vigilante characters are naturally noticed but this remains uniquely a Black Panther/Wakanda series.

T'Challa begins to delve deeper into the secrets, lives, and customs of the new city he calls home as ‘Black Panther' #3 throws a new wrench into the mix. A beautiful series in every facet, which takes on a brand new yet familiar journey with this iconic character. Truly this creative team has found a way to breathe more life into Wakanda by giving it an even more distinct energy and culture.

A fallen king, a thief with a past, and a compromised cyborg are just a few of the colorful personalities that make ‘Black Panther' #4 such a rich entry in this new series. Everything about this book feels so deep and real and gives new life to Wakanda in a much needed way. A superhero story with a heart and soul that it proudly wears for all to see.

Strap on the roller blades, grab your Discman, and head on down to the mall for some shopping fun because Buffy the Vampire Slayer is taking a trip back to where it all began in the radical '90s. Boom Studio's latest Buffy story is a really fun one-shot that is pure fun in every aspect while it maintains the spirit and character of the beloved television series.

BOOM! Studios celebrates a quarter-century of 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' by giving the slayer and her supporting cast of characters their due in a number of well-crafted, fun, emotional, and fulfilling stories. All the love these creators have for the world and characters is clear on the pages and bodes well for the continued future of this franchise in Boom's capable hands.

Buffy enters the tired and true realm of dystopian future-type stories, as the former slayer finds her way within a still-dangerous world that seemingly no longer has any need or want for her. This is a book that surely will speak to long-time Buffy fans as it treads the line very close to the television series world while also doing its own things to expand the familiar but different world.

Buffy The Last Vampire Slayer bucks the trends of most nostalgic stories by taking what is known and building off it to reinvent the franchise and present a vision of what could have been or still could be. In just two issues this team has created a world that would be very interesting to see explored well beyond the four-issue confines of this mini-series, as there are so many avenues and characters and aspects yet to be seen.

With only one issue to go, Buffy's dark future adventure begins to set up a lot of the pieces of past and present in order to prepare the slayer and friends for their final big confrontation. There is so much left to explore in this world, which speaks to just how well it's been built and cared for by the amazing creative team.

Buffy Summers' dystopian-like future adventure comes to a close as the former slayer and her allies put all their cards on the table to try and save the world, one more time. There is a true love evident on all fronts for these characters and the world they inhabit while also allowing themselves to fully do their own things. Like many great finales, it changes things while leaving plenty on the table to potentially be explored one day.

It's not quite business as usual as ‘Buffy The Last Vampire Slayer' returns and shows off what the formerly post-apocalyptic world of an older Buffy has become. A dark and fun style can be felt in the first issue that does a lot to build out this world and return it to some semblance of what came before.

Take another deep dive into what characters are dealing with as ‘Buffy The Last Vampire Slayer' #2 continues to flesh out the world it has created. If introspection and self-discovery are your jam then this is an issue that will likely resonate, not so much for fans of vampires and demons and other things that go bump in the night.

Mysteries abound and tension rises ever higher in the second issue of AWA Studio's latest series, as it continues to hit the mark of the kid-focused stories of yesteryear.

Children and robots are formally introduced as the threat they face makes itself known, born through the cruelty of the U.S. Government.

Bite-Sized delightfully dances through waves of nostalgia to deliver a familiar, but original story of robots, family, and humanity that is fitting for child and adult alike. Colorful, bright, and engaging art leaps off the pages and takes on a life of its own, displaying the horror and wonder and the personality of every single character. A solid series that leaves the reader begging for more.

Two Captain Americas for the price of one as Marvel Comics kicks off a brand new era for the star-spangled heroes. A gorgeous character-driven throwback style issue propels Sam Wilson and Steve Rogers into their next chapters, side by side.

Sam Wilson's second chance as the high-flying Captain America is off to a fantastic action-packed gorgeously crafted beginning as Marvel keeps their new Captain America era rolling along. There is so much to appreciate and dig into within this issue as it just sets the tone in a perfect and hard-hitting way, promising a wonderful journey ahead.

Sam Wilson's return to the mantle of Captain America continues as this new series pulls off that delicate dance of all-out action while still hitting all the right character notes to breathe interesting life into this stable of characters. This is a gorgeous energetic powerful book that is making its mark to one day be one of those classic runs that people talk about and read over and over again.

The clues and roadblocks continue to pile up for Captain America and Falcon as they try to discover the secret behind smuggled Vibranium and what ties it all has to Wakanda and a human trafficking ring as well. A truly gorgeous fun and powerful book that speaks to why Sam Wilson should be Captain America and really puts the hero to work dealing with a complicated world.

‘Captain America: Symbol of Truth' begins to weave a variety of threads together as the heroes and villains are finally coming face to face, yet their overall plans still remain somewhat in the dark. This series is able to fantastically create a thrilling slow burning overall storyline because the focus on character moments and depth help propel this slick action-packed fun series along.

‘Captain America: Symbol of Truth' #5 wraps up the series' first story arc with heated political debates, international consequences, and sets up all the pieces for the next part of the White Wolf's background manipulations. Sam Wilson's return to carrying the shield and mantle in his own series has been very successful, making sure to stay true to the character while displaying why he's very much needed as a different type of Captain America.

‘Captain America: Symbol of Truth' is one-hundred precent a Captain America story through the lens of Sam Wilson which is a fantastic thing to see, as it explores a lot of pressing long-time and still happening issues. A solid action story with some great political thriller DNA, pitting the hero against an unseen enemy in a deadly game of cat and mouse.

A face from the past complicates the present as ‘Captain America: Symbol Of Truth' continues to pit the title character against unseen forces around the world as he showcases what his version of Captain America will be. An intriguing issue that is heavily focused on two characters and a conflict, moving the plot forward a bit with some solid action scenes and colorful moments.

‘Captain America: Symbol Of Truth' #8 further complicates the situation that Sam Wilson finds himself in the middle of, giving us a clear view of what effect both his and the White Wolf's actions are having around the world. A solid series tackling the harsh realities that face someone like Captain America head-on, while wrapping them into a Marvel Universe-style context.

Things in Mohannda have taken an unearthly turn in ‘Captain America: Symbol of Truth' #9 as the shield-carrying hero and his allies fight back against the White Wolf's increasingly growing plans for domination. An action-packed issue that continues to move the story forward while reaching back to mix in elements from Captain America stories of the past decade. A fast-paced and exciting series continues to fire on all cylinders.

‘Captain America: Symbol Of Truth' #10 turns all the emotions dials to their maximum level as this well-crafted story continues to build towards the impending meeting and confrontation between the title character and the White Wolfs. This series is stunningly gorgeous and so well crafted from top to bottom, it's a true treat to engage with.

It's the end of the first major story arc for Sam Wilson's return to being Captain America, as ‘Captain America: Symbol of Truth' #11 pits him against the foe that has been behind the scenes pulling the strings for the previous ten issues. This a really gorgeous powerful comic book that doesn't shy away from examining various sides of issues that are very much rooted in real-world ones, yet still remaining true to its superhero comic book roots.

The Cold War continues as ‘Captain America: Symbol Of Truth' #12 puts the shield-slinging heroes and their allies to the test against the gathering forces of the White Wolf and the machinations of Bucky Barnes. A gorgeous slick action-packed issue that moves at a rapid and enjoyable pace bodes very well for the rest of this mini-event between the sibling Captain America titles.

Picking up right where the last issue of Steve Rogers' title left them, ‘Captain America: Symbol Of Truth' makes the Cold War a lot more personal as lines are drawn between heroes. An action-packed issue from start to finish, but one that hinges completely on the emotions and depth of its title characters.

Sam Wilson's latest series holding the iconic shield comes to an unceremonious close as the final issue of ‘Captain America: Symbol Of Truth' has arrived. A solid focus on the title character doesn't soften the blow that comes with the loss of this series.

Catwoman enters Infinite Frontier firing on all cylinders with tremendous storytelling & gorgeous noirish artwork while adding Poison Ivy, Riddler, the Magistrate, and more to Selina Kyle's world. Every issue continues to prove why this series is a must-read for comic book fans.

Catwoman presents a stylish and moody, yet dangerous neo-noir version of Gotham City while continuing to build a life for Selina Kyle that is just outside the world of Batman. Blanco and Bellaire are their own dynamic duo as they breathe gorgeous life into the world they are building.

Catwoman continues to stand out at a time when the entirety of the Gotham line of books is at the top of their game, with a moody stylistic flare mixed with noir heist elements and realistic deep character-driven moments. Every single moment and panel is placed with deliberate intent that services the book's overall plots while also enhancing the overall plot that runs through the entire line of books. This creative team is hitting it out of the park over and over again, with no signs that they can or will be slowed down in any way.

Catwoman #32 achieves the perfect fusion of a stand-alone/new reader-friendly type issue that also is firmly entrenched within and furthers the ongoing plot of this stellar must-read series. Not a single artistic beat is missed with a guest artist as the neo-noirish style continues and presents the reader with a variety of similar but very differently depicted vignettes set to answer the overall question posed by the issue's very title. Selina Kyle is a force of nature and this series continues to rocket her to the levels she deserves to be at within the echelon of DC Comics characters.

Catwoman has steadily and slowly been building a number of plotlines that all collide in this powerful and well-crafted issue that continues this series' run as truly one of the best books on the stands. The reunited regular art team pulls out all the stops as their neo-norish style changes ever so slightly to really hit home how brutal and dangerous this story arc truly is for Selina Kyle and every one of her allies. This is the series that Catwoman and Catwoman fans truly deserve.

All paths have led to this very moment as Father Valley and Catwoman collide in one of the most powerful and devastatingly beautiful issues in a run that has been amazing with every single issue. Truly, go now and pick this series up in print or digital format and catch up because there is no doubt it will only continue to get better and better with everything to come.

Fear State arrives and adds another layer to the chaos and destruction and loss that has befallen Selina Kyle's life and Alleytown as a whole. As the clock ticks down closer to the final issue of this stellar sure to be classic run, everyone involved continues to put everything into creating one of the best books on the stands right now.

All the pieces have been set up as all roads have been leading here, Catwoman and her allies and the forces of the Magistrate are clashing with the fate of Alley Town at stake. One of the best definitive runs that Selina Kyle has ever had is going strong as the finish line is very nearly in sight, promising to finish strong and continue to make a mark on this character and the DC Universe.

The battle for Alleytown has come to an end, and Catwoman stands triumphant in the conclusion of the book's final story arc leading into this creative team's big final issue. All the emotional and character depth as well as the fun that has resonated through every fiber of this run is on full display here as a reminder of just how great this book has been.

Catwoman's current run has come to an end in the most emotional, fun, beautiful, and hopeful way that it can which is befitting the character and perfectly describes this entire run. Truly this run is certain to go down in history as one of the best starring Selina Kyle and needs to be read by every person that calls themselves a Catwoman fan. Selina Kyle is a force of nature and this series helped firmly entrench her at the levels she deserves to be at within the echelon of DC Comics characters.

A whole new era begins for Selina Kyle that picks up where the last one left off, keeping the same character-heavy fun noirish energy while adding a whole new cast and setting for the master thief to play with. A stylish and gorgeous book that is just crackling with energy, kicking off what should be a pretty awesome new run.

Selina Kyle's new era continues to show that it's a Catwoman world and we're all just living in it. Everything about this book is just clicking as it has been through both the current & previous creative teams, giving a lot of other Gotham books and other comic books in general a run for their money.

An old friend returns after a long time away, as Selina Kyle's world continues to get deadlier when Black Mask and the crime families make their next move. Catwoman's new creative team continues to create one of the most beautiful, fun, and unique books around keeping the series at the top as one of the best books DC Comics is publishing.

‘Catwoman' is such an intriguing series full of great character depth/development with stunningly gorgeous artwork and a storyline that has brought new life to a portion of Gotham City and those that reside there. With this issue, the series continues its year and a half long streak of being one of the best books being published by DC Comics and one of the best comic books on the shelves period.

Catwoman takes Selina out of Gotham proper for a compelling, fun, and dangerous road trip that allows for great action but also all the same deep emotional character development and fun that makes this book a delight month after month. The addition of Harley Quinn is perfect and brings a different look and life to the book with Bengal stepping on board for this leg of the trip.

Catwoman's two-issue fun but dangerous road trip comes to a conclusion, with plenty of wild action and fun but also unexpected endings that will surely have consequences moving forward. This series continues its pretty steady run now as one of the most gorgeous, fun, and all-around best series on the stands as Selina Kyle gets the spotlight and development she deserves.

Things in Gotham are petty darn good these days across the variety of titles, one of the books at the top is ‘Catwoman' which continues its couple of years reign as one of the best books that DC Comics has been putting on shelves. It's gorgeous, sexy, fun, emotional, full of wild slick action, deep character moments and development, and just a whole lot of comic book goodness.

Issue after issue, ‘Catwoman' continues to be a gorgeous, sexy, and character-rich peek into the title character's heart and mind mixed with a street-level crime story showcasing a different side of Gotham from the other Bat-line titles. Selina Kyle has been elevated to the spotlight level that she has long deserved thanks to the past few runs on this book. Anyone who is not reading this series needs to add it to their list right away.

No matter where the action is, ‘Catwoman' continues to focus heavily on the characters and the world that it has created, advancing the story in both smaller and bigger ways at the same time. A new artistic vision adds to the beauty and power that this series has displayed month after month, keeping a similar energy running no matter which people are handling the various artistic elements.

‘Catwoman' takes the international mission of the cat burglar and turns it into a rescue mission blocked by family drama and a masked criminal with a score to settle. Such a gorgeous, emotional, sexy, and fun series that keeps building upon what has come before as it takes the title character further and further while keeping her in the spotlight she deserves to be living within.

Things get a lot more complicated and even more allies and enemies are brought onto the playing field as ‘Catwoman' continues to delve deep into the character and escalate her war on the mob elements plaguing Gotham City. A handful of solid action scenes accompany a really interesting character-heavy issue that addresses a lot of what Catwoman is going through as she tries to have her foot in numerous worlds at the same time.

‘Catwoman' #50 continues to rock the title characters world in massive ways as the series hits a milestone issue, and prepares itself to enter the second year of the current creative team's run. Every bit of this issue shows just why Selina Kyle is such a powerful, popular, and long-lasting character and why her title has run so long when others have been relaunched or rebooted well before this milestone.

Not even bars can keep Selina Kyle down, as ‘Catwoman' enters a whole new phase for the title character and her supporting cast putting them in a whole new dynamic. No matter the setting the series keeps its character-focused head up and presents a colorful gorgeous fun time that speaks to so many things.

Behind bars and out on the streets provide their own complications as ‘Catwoman' #52 continues this runs deep character development and highly emotional focus in a jam-packed but smooth reading issue. There is just such a sustained feeling to this series as it has moved through the past few runs, doing a lot of great and interesting things with the title character and her supporting cast(s).

Things take a huge leap forward for the two cats of Gotham as ‘Catwoman' #53 moves the current storyline closer to its next chapter, as Selina Kyle must make a pretty huge choice for the future. Deep rich character exploration, solid dynamic action, and a whole lot of sexy fun is the hallmark of this great series.

The Royal Flush Gang forces Selina Kyle's hand as ‘Catwoman' #54 brings about the end of the vigilante's prison stint, bringing some huge character moments and some great foundational elements for the stories to come. This run has done so much work to continue to build upon what others have done to keep Selina in her own fleshed out ever-deepening world that just happens to be adjacent to Batman, rather than centering upon him.

Gotham City's various cats are on the prowl, ready to make their biggest moves yet against the crime forces they've been aiming for all this time. Another gorgeous, sexy, emotionally powerful entry into this must-read series that continues Selina Kyle's rise to her rightful place amongst the DC pantheon.

Months of struggle and pain come to a conclusion as ‘Catwoman' finishes out one major story beat in order to prepare for what comes next. A mostly solid issue wraps up various plotlines with some well-crafted action pieces. The series is still searching for an artistic identity but is doing well in the meantime.

Catwoman is truly one of the best books being published right now and the series doesn't miss a single beat as it delves into the origins of a new character in an annual that builds upon what the regular issues have already laid down. Three complimentary art styles perfectly combine to bring various eras of the story to life while being tied together by wonderful shifting coloring and lettering. This issue and the entire series should be on the must-read list for any DC Comics or just comic book fan.

The Champions continue their fight against the government as the X-Men step in to land a helping hand and to impart some wisdom about how tough the world truly can be.

Champions #6 never misses a beat from the previous issues even with a new creative team, who bring their own energy and sensibilities as they perfectly capture teenage voices and the issues that face many of us in the world today. Bright and colorful superheroic colors mesh with the colorful and bright aspects of corporations creating a delightful visual buffet within the issue.

Champions continues to deliver a vibrant and emotional character-driven story that perfectly finds its teenage voice while turning an eye towards hard to solve issues that plague both fictional and real worlds. Comic series like this truly showcase that teenage-focused titles can not only thrive but have a well-deserved place within the publishing realm.

Champions continues to deliver high-quality deeply emotional character-driven work wrapped up in an energetic and emotive and gorgeous artistic package. Every bit of the issue is heavy in the best way possible with the history, relationships, traumas, hopes, dreams, and plans of these teenage superheroes showcasing just how much the creative team knows and cares about them. Children are the future, and this book is exactly what the present and future of good superhero comics should aspire to be like.

Champions is not only the type of comic book we need right now, it is the type of gorgeous character-driven youthful series focused on real-life issues that we deserve. One of a handful of books that Marvel needs to make sure they truly study and learn from going forward, becuase it's one of the best on the shelves.

The Champions concluding chapter more than sticks the landing, it presents a tremendously solid wrap-up to the overarching plotlines of the book while never wavering from the character-focused heart that made the series soar. This creative team proved that teen-focused books can and do work still, creating one of the best books around, and Marvel should get them on something else together sooner rather than later.

This series doesn't leave reality at the door and that makes the issue and the overall series all the stronger. A truly compelling and deep issue that really digs into the depths that are offered by the new Krakoan status quo for the X-Line.

With only three issues out the series has catapulted itself to the top levels of the list of books that are able to really deliver on all the emotional and character depth that much of the audience is craving. Gorgeous popping emotional and dramatic artwork fills every single page and helps fully bring these characters even more to life. The series is not only a love letter to the world of the X-Men and Marvel Comics but just to comics in general and what they can be at their best.

Children of the Atom continues to flesh out its deeply relatable cast of young characters, building its own solid found family that all have their own feelings, thoughts, issues, wants, and goals while still being true to themselves and one another. The art continues to hit all the right notes from both the heavily emotional moments to the action-packed ones, every aspect fitting together like a piece in a glorious puzzle. Just another solid series that proves that teenage-led books not only can work at Marvel but do work and need to stick around long-term with solid creative teams like this.

Children of the Atom is the perfect example of how to approach the X-Men and their world for a modern era that strives to truly represent the diversity of humanity. Beautiful, creative, and energetic artwork fills every single page and slides easily between heartfelt & heart-wrenching moments to action-packed moments with the COTA heroes and X-Men. Everything about this book just clicks and it's exactly the type of series that Marvel should be producing for years to come.

Children of the Atom closes out its short but powerful run with one of the best issues to truly dig into every part of the X-Men as a metaphor for marginalized groups idea. Stunning powerfully emotive artwork and character moments have been the strength of this series and that continues to be the case with the final issue. This series is truly a must-read for anyone that is an X-Men or comic book fan.

DC Comics' latest dawn continues as ‘Cyborg' sees one of the most stalwart Titans take the spotlight once more in a deeply emotional and heavily-character-focused way. A series that balances that perfectly with some old-school superhero vibes mixed with heavily technological elements for a stellar debut issue.

Things don't get any easier as Cyborg investigates the mystery surrounding his father's new life and the company that may have played a role. An emotionally rich powerful story that resonates so much both for societal but also relatable human reasons.

Dire times call for an out-of-the-box all-new all-different type of X-team, as ‘Dark X-Men' #1 brings this shadowy team together to push back as the Fall Of X continues. An emotional, humorous, gorgeously dark series is a welcome addition to a line of titles that is actually doing some inspired work as the Mutants of Marvel face some of their hardest times.

A new creative team breathes new life into Batman's longest running title as well as into the man that is behind the cape and cowl. A stylized and gorgeous book, the series keeps the mystery/detective vibes that one expects while digging deeper into what the new status quo means for the city and its protector.

Everything about one of DC Comics' oldest series feels fresh and exciting again as the new creative team continues to build upon Batman's new status quo and an even more dangerous Gotham. Every moment of the issue lives up to the book's name as the mysteries deepen, and the colorful and gorgeous, and stylized artwork makes every page a joy to behold. This month's backup provides a rare welcome deeper look into one of the all too often forgotten members of the extended Bat-family of characters.

Detective Comics continues to be a gorgeous, colorful, dark, horrifying, and character-driven journey into Bruce Wayne's new status quo that builds a solid supporting foundation alongside an ever-darkening mystery. Mariko Tamaki, Dan Mora, Jordie Bellaire, and Aditya Bidikar are the perfect team to bring these stories and this world to life as they pull out all the stops and deliver a truly amazing Detective Comics run.

The new creative direction remains entertaining and adds so much to Bruce Wayne's world while expanding out Gotham and its citizens in many ways. Unfortunately, a problematic artist has come aboard causing the book to lose some of its very uniquely stylized look that had been established in prior issues. The addition of backups continues to allow for more characters to get the spotlight as the past and present of Gotham and Batman grow in intriguing ways.

While the story, coloring, lettering, and backup are all putting in all the effort to make this a really great book there is no escaping the toxic cloud that is over it all because of Viktor Bogdanovic's presence on the book. DC Comics choice to continue to give work to problematic creators when there are so many other deserving individuals (check out the backup artwork) who should be given this chance. The rest of the creative team does not at all deserve this as their work is beyond great.

Detective Comics' new team brings their first arc to a mostly satisfactory conclusion, that feels somewhat rushed while also being dragged down a bit by the continued presence of Viktor Bogdanovic on the book. What should be one of DC Comics' top books continues to be marred by the company leadership's choices to keep bringing toxic and problematic creators back into the fold.

Detective Comics continues the plot of the previous arc while taking a momentary deviation to spend more focus on Bruce Wayne, while also sadly figuratively and literally burning down the new world it built for him not too long ago. The series artistic trio is reunited to bring another stunningly gorgeous and well-developed issue that firmly showcases how darkly beautiful Gotham can be as well as perfectly capturing the dire mood of this story.

After a number of more action-packed city-wide terror type of issues, Detective Comics returns to a semblance of the intriguing status quo change that it promised when this run began so many months ago. Much like Batman, when the normal creative team is together and firing on all cylinders the imagery of Gotham City is dynamic and bold and stylish and beautiful in it's own often dark ways.

After nine issues, the opening salvo of the new Detective Comics run comes to an ending that is a mixed bag of results. Solid character work and really great colors and lettering save what could otherwise be a mostly middle-of-the-road and lackluster conclusion while showcasing some hope for what might come down the line.

Detective Comics joins the fall Batline event while making sure to keep threading some of its own plotlines, and continuing to bring Gotham to colorful dangerous gorgeous life. Despite how big the event is and how much action there is within the issue it maintains a smaller tight character-focused energy all the way through.

Detective Comics really leans into the fear part of Fear State by telling a tightly confined horror story within the heart of Gotham, continuing the odd couple pairing of Batman and Mayor Nakano. This art team has brought new life and energy to Gotham City as a whole and that continues here as they flex their muscles with making Gotham's sewers energetic but also truly utterly terrifying to boot.

Detective Comics wraps up its entry into the Fear State, by doing its own thing with a confined horror story centered around two men hashing things out and potentially building a better future. This series shines when it can tell tighter down to Earth stories, that allow the artistic team free reign to showcase just how beautiful scary creepy, and stunning Gotham City and its events can be.

With this issue we're delivered an ending that is also a solid beginning, casting an eye towards what is to come in Detective Comics for 2022. The character-centric street-level focus of this book continues to make it one of the best runs of this book in quite some time, and should only get better as it delves deeper into the bat-family as a whole very soon.

DC Comics' weekly Shadows of the Bat event kicks off in a smashing bloody way that stays true to the world and to all the various characters that populate this story. A beautiful debut by the first of the three new art teams, boosted by a stunning back-up that dives deeper into the effects Batman, Arkham, and others have on Gotham as a whole.

Shadows of the Bat's second week adds needed context to the overall storyline and some new characters, revealing more pieces to the overarching puzzle that is Arkham Tower. Both stories of this book showcase a deep knowledge and love for the Batman-related portion of DC Comics, painting a beautiful picture of this flawed but still hopeful city they call home.

Shadows Of The Bat continues to create new mysteries while poking at the darkness that surrounds the shining new Arkham Tower, building more and more to the eventual collapse we've already been witness to. Stellar artwork and great depth of character are major selling points to this already truly fascinating and engaging event story.

Detective Comics #1050 is a jam-packed celebration of not only the legacy and history of the generally-Batman-centric series but of a number of other characters that are part of Batman's world. Shadows of the Bat continues to present a character-driven gorgeous but terrifying story full of twists and turns while the two backups showcase far different but tied-together takes on Batman and his presence in the world.

Act two of' Shadows of The Bat' kicks off as ‘Detective Comics' #1051 begins to peel back the curtain around ‘Doctor Ocean' and just how the patients of Arkham Tower are being “helped,” as the house of cards that is the tower begins to sway towards its inevitable collapse. Another gorgeous character deep issue brings a lot of energy and keeps developing the big Gotham-centric plotlines while showcasing all that makes this new run fantastic.

Detective Comics is the perfect place to truly explore the whole of the Bat-family and Gotham itself, and Shadows of the Bat has shown that fantastically. There is a fun but dark energy through this book but its ensemble nature and shuffling character spotlight help to make this one of the best runs of this book.

Detective Comics' main and backup stories both perfectly work to ramp up the tension as the moments where the characters are close to reaching breaking points or making big choices move closer and closer to reality. Every bit of these stories feels important and emotional and real with such depth on all levels. The art teams are bringing their A-game every time and knocking it out of the park.

Detective Comics' slow unraveling of Arkham Tower hits a climactic point as all the pieces on the chessboard have been moved to their corresponding points to match where they were as this event storyline began weeks ago. The publisher's namesake book continues to prove why it's one of the best on the shelves with such great character moments, fantastic artwork, and deep stories that drag your right into the action.

'Shadows Of The Bat' enters its final act as things take a dangerous and chaotic turn, putting various characters into dangerous positions as familiar new players enter the game. Both stories in this issue showcase the inherent dangers that can be present in Gotham, where the struggle between light and dark is heavy and takes a major toll on those caught in the middle.

Shadows of the Bat has been a non-stop emotional character-driven roller coaster from the first issue, in all the best ways possible. Despite things falling apart in many respects that Bat-Family proves just how good they are as they are two steps ahead, and even when things get to their worst their mentor returns to have their back in such a time of need.

‘Shadows of the Bat' soars into its penultimate issue, bringing all the pieces together in an awesome character-driven action-packed issue for the Bat-family that also teases some potentially intriguing long-term storylines, including a possible future for Arkham Tower itself. This is exactly the type of book that the Bat-family of titles has needed for quite some time, and hopefully, even with Batman's return the family and Gotham itself continues to get this same level of perfect coverage and love.

A powerhouse team of creators came together to make Shadows of the Bat, an ambitious effort to tell one mega weekly story in one Batman-related title, an emotional, gorgeous, powerful, character development-filled, roller coaster of a ride. One of the most powerful aspects of this story has been its ability to feature characters and ideas that are familiar while also making strides to move the characters and Gotham City as a whole forward into a bold new era.

With ‘Shadows of the Bat' over, ‘Detective Comics' shifts focus and goes smaller scale again as the Riddler makes his big return and Batman races against time to solve a mystery that is putting Gothamites in serious danger. It's always great when Batman stories focus on and let the world's greatest detective do the detective thing and bring greater focus to characters alongside the action.

Bruce Wayne takes a bigger part in this ongoing Riddler mystery, as ‘Detective Comics' lives up to its name with some good old-fashioned character developing detective stories. Such a fantastic series that has captured some of the best street-level energy with the Bat family that we've seen in quite a few years.

Detective Comics' current run has come to a bittersweet yet perfect ending, never deviating from the fantastic character work that has been a paramount part of this series so far. Truly this is going to go down as one of those great runs that people look back on years from now and can consider it a pretty classic story that sits on their shelf to be read again and again.

Detective Comics' new creative team kicks things off with a dark, moody, operatic, but ultimately still very human in nature gorgeous and chilling first issue. Everything about this is perfectly Batman to the core, hitting all the right notes to entice readers for the long haul. Even the backup with its heavy noir vibes carries much of the same energy as it turns an eye towards what is next for one Jim Gordon.

‘Detective Comics' new moody operatic story arc continues to deeply explore Batman and Gotham City in a darkly gorgeous but deeply human way building a very interesting new foundation for the city and various well-known characters. Everything about this issue, both main & backup story, radiates the exact vibes one would expect from Batman-related types of stories while bringing a bunch of their own unique powerful energy to play.

‘Detective Comics' new story arc and creative team continue to bring new elements to the table while bringing out the best in those that have been part of the mythos for decades. Gotham is at its best when the city feels like a living breathing companion to the dark knight detective and allies rather than just a back drop for their adventures.

Batman stories should come in many varieties, and they should stand out amongst the pack when it comes to this close to a century-old character, and that is exactly what ‘Detective Comics' brings to the table each month. A fully unique energetic powerful and memorable story, pitting Batman against a variety of usual but also new and even supernatural forces in a tale that is still very much street-level or grounded. Coupled with a series of backup stories that are doing their own thing while adding to the tapestry of the main story in meaningful ways.

‘Detective Comics' gothic horror story moves into the next act as the caped crusader is multiple steps behind his newest foes, relying on the help of an old ally as another sometimes ally falls further into darkness. Everything about this storyline is just working as the creative teams are firing on all cylinders, bringing a greatly needed depth, realistic energy, and energetic focus to many of the elements that make up Batman's world that we've seen so many times over the decades.

‘Detective Comics' gothic horror epic kicks into a new gear as the overall plots begin to collide and a deadly darkness exerts its will upon the already suffering Gotham City in ‘Detective Comics' #1067. Finding avenues not traveled is tough to do with Batman and his heavily used rogues, but this creative team, both in the main and backup stories, has struck gold to create something powerful and unique. Truly a Batman and Gotham story for the ages, surely destined to be a classic.

‘Detective Comics' #1068 continues its stellar new creative direction that has broken the character and his world down to their basest levels in order to truly explore them, taking us on a beautiful haunting ride in the process. There isn't one bit of this run that has missed so far, with everyone involved hitting home runs out of the park in order to bring us something that is destined to be one of the all-time great series runs.

‘Detective Comics' #1069 continues to really delve deeply into the very soul of Batman, the city of Gotham, and the various characters that populate this world in the face of a new outside threat that keeps barrelling down on them all with increased pressure. This is exactly the type of story that this eight-decade-old character has needed in order to really hit on notes that haven't been played as much over the years, giving us something that will surely be a classic for decades to come.

A classic deep Batman story for the ages continues with ‘Detective Comics' #1070 which begins to weave together various elements presented in the story previously to illuminate even more about the Orghams and their history. Every part of this series is being delivered perfectly creating something truly special that needs to be experienced not just by Batman or comic book fans but just fans of stories in general.

The ‘Gotham Nocturne' keeps rolling along as ‘Detective Comics' #1071 begins to peel back more of the curtain surrounding the history of the Orghams and just how tangled it is within the web that Batman has been part of for so long. A fantastic artistic jam featuring creative talents we've already seen on this series, coming together to create an interweaving tale of past and present that is well crafted and delivered.

The latest act of the Gotham Nocturne continues as things heat up for Batman and company in another emotional and gorgeous issue of Detective Comics. Everyone involved in this book is pulling out all the stops for every single issue. This is destined to be a classic Batman story for the ages.

‘Detective Comics' continues to defy expectations as the series' long-form dive into Batman and his city dives even deeper putting the heroes' back against the wall. A unique poignant and darkly gorgeous series that understands fully how to tell a compelling story with the dark knight.

Detective Comics continues to be at it's very best when the focus turns heavily to the characters themselves, while also realistically tackling some very big hard to solve issues. This is hands down one of the best stand-alone (sort of) issues of a Batman-related comic over the years, as it's solid and gorgeous and memorable on so many levels.

'Detective Comics 2022 Annual' takes a trip back to where everything truly began for Gotham City and the legacy of Batman, in a truly illuminating and well-developed story that just adds to the regular ongoing story. While serious in tone and intelligent in design, there are a lot of really fun elements to be found as the creators hold up a mirror of sorts to the things we know well.

‘Doctor Strange' #1 kicks off the third chapter of the new era for the sorcerers supreme as the married couple begins a new journey bringing aid to those that most need it in the Marvel Universe. A magical, fantastical, and wondrous beginning to this latest volume for the magical side of this universe.

This Doctor makes house calls, as ‘Doctor Strange' #2 pits our duo of Sorcerers Supreme against an unknown threat that has arisen within the terrifying realm belonging to the dark being Nightmare. Every bit of this series is singing in unison as the relatable and supernatural elements move alongside one another so smoothly, creating a very fun character-rich experience.

‘Doctor Strange' is a truly fun character-driven series that leans on mostly single-issue style adventures that are smoothly wrapped into the overall ongoing plot lines. A magical series from top to bottom, with artwork that is perfect for this type of series. Another entry in the overall run of titles that is pumping energy into Marvel's magic realms once again.

It's all about Wong as the ongoing story for ‘Doctor Strange' gains a bit more depth with our gaze leaving the Stranges behind for the moment. A fun issue with solid fantastical artwork that works as both a one-off but also an important piece of the overall puzzle. A showcase of how to mix a more classic approach with a more modern story arc focus.

Various threads from three series over the past three years begin to converge as Doctor Strange #5 takes a huge leap forward in the overall magical storylines. A colorful engaging series just gets better and better with every issue, bringing great life to a section of Marvel that can often be overlooked.

Once upon a time ‘Doctor Strange' fought the toughest battle of his life and now the consequences of that battle are coming back for their revenge. A rough, tough, and powerfully emotional flashback-style issue lays the groundwork for what comes next perfectly. Doctor Strange fans are getting the greatest gift with the current and most recent series.

One of the internet's favorite phrases to utter in regard to the rich comes to life in this intriguing comic book series, which slowly builds the tension towards revealing just what horrendous thing these rich people, who we immediately mistrust, are responsible for. Shadowy and perfectly ominously drawn and colored artwork brings this world to vivid life.

'Eat The Rich' #2 slows things down in order to dive deeper into the horrific situation of Cresfall Bluffs while masterfully digging into some of the worst aspects of capitalism and our current reality. What this series does best is magnify the true horror that surrounds us daily, that is baked into the very systems that create and maintain our society.

Eat The Rich continues to explore the realms of horror that come from some of the worst parts of our societal system, including how much some can overlook for their own benefit. This is truly one of the most visually distinct and unique looking books around and the art capture every horrific aspect of humanity and every piece of emotion from these engaging characters and their stories.

As Eat The Rich approaches its conclusion, young Joey Dorsey struggles with just how much one can accept as she makes a potentially fatal choice that will define her world and the lives of others in Crestfall Bluffs going forward. This series ominous and gorgeously horrific look into the world of the wealthy and the broken aspects of societal systems continues to be an impressive work that everyone should be checking out.

'Eat The Rich' sticks the landing with its topical horror story centered around income/healthcare/etc inequality by giving the protagonist and allies as well as the audience a satisfying and in a way cathartic ending. Every bit of the ominous and moody feeling given by the story and artwork is kicked into high gear for this issue, giving us a story that is perfect for the times we live in.

The team that brought us ‘Curse Words' is together again to ask the question of what happens when everyone on Earth is given the power to make one wish. This is a really fun and fantastical series so far that gets pretty darn wild, while it grounds itself for the moment within a small dive bar around a small very different cast of characters.

Eight Billion Genies lays out the groundwork for this wish-driven world and what might be on the way while ramping up the madness that has been unleashed by those who are too impulsive with the wishes they have been granted. A whimsical and fun story that is also tinged with pure horror because it gives an all too realistic view of what human nature will cause if humans were given such unfettered power over reality itself.

‘Eight Billion Genies' dances that fine line between whimsical fantasy and the true horrors that stem from the human condition, showcasing how even the simplest of things can and likely will be corrupted instantly once given to humanity at large. Centering this story on a small group of people mostly unaffected by the wishes helps ground the story amidst all the chaos that can be found throughout the rest of the pages.

Every issue of ‘Eight Billion Genies' balanced perfectly on a line of outrageous fantastical elements mixed with a whimsical air and a true sense of terror as the human race move themselves closer to wish fulfilled extinction. A take on super-powered beings takes the spotlight but the found family of protagonist characters is the true heart of this series, as another wild yet not-so-wild twist comes to the forefront.

‘Eight Billion Genies' perfectly walks that fine line between whimsical dangerous outlandishness and firm emotional relatable emotional human struggles. No matter how wild the wishes get, the humans still involved have their own desires and are very open with their hearts as the world continues to shift around them. A truly engaging and innovative comic built upon core tenants about humanity and our world.

‘Eight Billion Genies' keeps the human element at its heart as the series moves deeper into a world that has been forever changed since the day that the genies arrived. Fantastical and darkly gorgeous, the series wears its emotions on its sleeves, keeping the reader engaged with fully fleshed-out real-feeling characters as the years march on by.

Grab those tissues as ‘Eight Billion Genies' #7 brings all the heartache as this penultimate issue begins to tie up the lives of the cast of characters in order to prepare for the ultimate conclusion to this wish-filled saga. Another emotional character-focused bout of wild fantastical human nature-centric adventures brought to colorful sensational life.

‘Eight Billion Genies' #8 puts the proverbial cherry on top of an amazing wibbly wobbly timey whimey human interest sundae that has been a true delight from start to finish. Comic books are a truly special medium and it's series like this that remind us of that fact, doing amazing things with fresh new characters and concepts.

There is a lot to digest within the twenty-five pages of this first issue and it comes at the reader rapidly, but it's invigorating and engaging and leaves the reader with a great number of intriguing questions. Every page is a delicious treat that leaves one craving more as this bizarre and deadly and strange new world is developed panel by panel.

Everfrost's second issue slows the rapid pace of the first issue as it continues to build out this fantastical world and its characters while keeping the story of the main character Van. All this growth unfolds across gorgeous pages that buck conventional comic page and panel conventions to deliver a deeply engaging and otherworldly yet relatable story.

As the conclusion to this epic science fiction fantasy blend is on the horizon, Everfrost's third issue offers up answers while also bringing a number of intriguing new questions to the table. Every page is just full of amazing gorgeous world-building, as everything this team sets out to create is brought to vivid weighted life that leaves you wanting to see far more.

Everfrost one hundred percent sticks the landing as this issue brings the vast gorgeous emotional science-fiction epic to a satisfying and hopeful conclusion. Fans of high-level science fiction, world-building, deep character building, and moments need to pick this book up and make it part of their collection right away.

Excalibur's search for Captain Britain is over but how certain are they that what they brought home is the Betsy Braddock that they know and love?

Excalibur continues to be a dense, but light and fun read as the series grows the magical realm. It also spares the right amount of time and focus to delve into the long-awaited deep interaction between Betsy and Kwannon. The art team pulls no punches when crafting this colorful magical world that fills each and every panel of this delightful series.

Light and introspective character moments surround a deeper look at the nature of forgiveness and redemption as well as posing questions about the overall foundations of the Krakoan nation. This is all presented in a moody and energetic style as the art team continues to go above and beyond to nail every single visual aspect that brings this story to life.

Excalibur joins the Hellfire Gala with a very overstuffed offering that spends more time juggling its massive load of plotlines than really doing the gala and the characters the full justice they deserve. That being said there are several engaging moments and the art is really colorful and fun and captures the moments perfectly just as it does with each issue. Ariana Maher's lettering is truly a delight to behold and her SFX elevates every single page it's on, truly one of the best in comics.

Even with a time jump, the latest issue of Excalibur is still pretty overstuffed with long building unresolved plotlines that just continue to be built upon. There are engaging really great action pieces and moments that are beautifully rendered by the art team that helps make the issue move along somewhat. That being said, a break from Otherworld at this point might really help this book find some new ground, and find more for most of the cast to actually do.

After dealing with trying to juggle far too many plotlines with its last issue, Excalibur gets back on track thanks to the help of the caped and metal armored fan-favorite character out of Latveria. Month after month the art team nails it and deserves far more recognition for the truly amazing worlds and images they are crafting.

As Excalibur starts to bring all the plot threads together in some semblance of an overarching story, the series drops another really great issue that showcases what the potential of this series can be. Another tour of Otherworld allows the fantastic art team to show off their amazing work as they make it all just gel at the end of the day.

'Excalibur' continues to dig deep to show love to all the magical and fantasy continuity and lore from Marvel's past as the war for Otherworld takes a decided turn. Not an ounce of page space is left unused as the artistic team brings their A-game as usual, giving us one of the most gorgeously detailed books around.

The age of Excalibur has come to an ending of sorts, casting the light on some of the highs of this series as well as sadly showing off a great number of the lows to be found. While it's been a gorgeous sight to look upon each month, the ending of this series leaves just a bit of a bitter aftertaste.

Engaging artwork carries a bigger part of the weight with this simple but compelling story of one man's battle with his stubbornness and seemingly insurmountable grief. Firefly diehards hoping to see more of the popular series cast might come away disappointed but overall the issue solidly works for fan or non-fan alike.

After achieving a great jumping on style character focused piece with the last issue, the latest Firefly tries to pack too much stuff into too small of a space where nothing has actual room to breathe. The art side of the creative team delivers and manages to bring some interest to the flurry of happenings within the pages. Any newer readers, and maybe even some existing ones, are not going to find this quite so easy to follow.

Firefly #29 is quite the visual feast as the art team gets to delve deep into the forgotten and broken but still flourishing realm of Earth. But the overall story feels somewhat disjointed and almost like it's treading water ahead of something else that it really wants to get to but has to do the foundation building for first.

The pieces begin to somewhat come together for this story arc, offering some intriguing possibilities that are still mired by somewhat static feeling characters trapped in their most iconic forms and some somewhat cliche story beats. A large slew of perfectly rendered action scenes really helps the book and continues to allow the art team to really show off everything they are capable of providing. There is potential in the series that just hasn't quite been reached yet.

Firefly continues to show flashes of what it could be when it turns its focus toward the characters & spends time on their growth, while it struggles in the realm of repeated plotlines. There are some small issues with faces with the new art but overall the art team continues to bring their best to the series even if overall the book is just sort of existing.

Firefly's main story takes a break as a much needed and far more engaging character-focused issue is born, and showcases what can be good about this series at times. Another art change on the series brings some really interesting work that has some really cool tricks and bold colors. Truly a glimpse of what this book could be regularly if it narrowed its cast and its focus greatly.

‘Firefly' is a series that can soar high but more often than not is a series that can't seem to get beyond skimming across the ground, especially in this current bloated storyline back on the Earth That Was. Visually it looks fantastic as the art team brings the world and universe to vivid life. Unfortunately, the story leans into some of the worst tropes that can't help but bring it all down.

Firefly begins to wrap up its Earth-bound adventures with a heavily character-focused issue that showcases what makes this title work in some of its issues, and gives a glimpse of what could be in the very near future. Another visually great issue, which is one of the major strengths of this book month to month.

Firefly goes out on a pretty high note emotionally and storywise as the series comes to an end, ahead of an upcoming full relaunch. There are tons of gorgeous pages that bring so much life to the thought abandoned and lost Earth, while the characters get a lot of touching close moments which work well.

'Firefly: 20th Anniversary Special' celebrates two decades since the science fiction western mashup premiered, by tapping into the core of the characters and what made this series so popular and able to endure the test of time even after just one season. By bridging both the present and the future, this special gives two wholly separate yet interconnected tales that are fun but also full of important messages. Firefly as a franchise or concept is in good hands over at BOOM! Studios.

‘Firefly: Keep Flying' #1 is a heartfelt fun adventure starring the fan-favorite crew of thieves with hearts of gold, that takes a deep look at River Tam and the idea of family and memory in a truly moving way. Gorgeous whimsical energy courses through every page as we go someplace we've never gone before with this crew. More stories like this starring these characters are more than welcome.

There is an equal balance of new versus old for the first entry into this new spinoff series that manages to capture some of the magic of the original series while adding a lot of its own flavor along the way. The issue has a lot to offer on the bright & fun pages that will likely entice new readers while throwing out enough breadcrumbs for the old hands.

Just the right notes of familiar and new are continuing to be played as the new series slides into this second issue where more about the new characters and their dynamics is explored. Mascolo and Giammarino are a great duo who fully understand the duality that exists within this complicated science fiction western-inspired world they are now able to play with.

The latest issue in this spinoff series takes both the time to further the overall plot but also flesh out more of the new cast and the myriad of relationships between them and the older more familiar characters. Every bit of the art fully understands the dualities of this fictional world both in regard to the sci-fi/western mashup but also the divide between the have and have nots of this universe. HIt all the correct notes that a spinoff should when connecting to the world of before and also moving everything forward.

'Firefly: Brand New 'Verse' continues to be a perfect symphony of new and old that takes an already interesting foundation for a universe and expands it in new yet familiar ways. Within the span of these pages, the art team flexes as they put on an artistic showcase that bounces through various locales and situations that resonate deeply with emotion and power. This is spin-off comics done right.

This series continues to live up to its name as it deftly weaves together that which is known from the Firefly of the past with a bigger expanded universe with compelling new and old characters and situations. Engaging and beautiful artwork draws the reader right into the world giving more depth to this character development and interaction-heavy issue. The creative team proves time and time again that nostalgia can be a beneficial tool when it is wielded in such an expert and creative way.

Firefly: Brand New 'Verse has threaded the needle when it comes to building something new upon a very familiar foundation, and that doesn't change in the series conclusion. This science-fiction and western-inspired universe comes to vivid life once more and leaves fans wanting more of these characters and their adventures.

Firefly: The Fall Guys kicks off with characters and situations that are familiar to any fan of the franchise, while offering up some new nuggets and situations for this stalwart crew. A veteran team of artists continues to make their mark on this ‘verse, really tapping into the energy that is needed for this sci-fi Western goodness.

‘Guardians Of The Galaxy' #1 kicks off the space team's latest volume in dusty action-packed western fashion, throwing the characters into a chaotic space full of questions and few answers. Various inspirations are quite clear as this creative team does a solid job of doing something familiar but also new with these characters that have enjoyed a bit of rejuvenation and reinvention numerous times over the last decade or so.

Downtrodden superheroes with a sci-fi western flavoring is the perfect space for the ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy' to call home, even if the heroes are near their breaking point. Plenty of bright character moments with rougher elements coming into play through the visuals & overall story make this second entry of the series pretty solid.

A rough adventure continues to get even rougher as ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy' continues the title characters' overall fall from grace. Every bit of the issue works together seamlessly to return these characters to a new but also very familiar type of status quo.

One of the loneliest, yet heroic members of the ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy' takes the spotlight in another fantastically told sort of one-off solo chapter of this limited series saga. Every bit of the necessary mood is captured and delivered through the various levels of the artwork. Questions are answered and posed in both the easiest and the most emotional of ways.

Grootfall seemingly cannot be stopped as ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy' #5 gets the gang back together for a truly desperate move that could either save everyone or leave more lost in their fallen friend's wake. All of the heavy emotions and character development that have become synonymous with the Guardians is on full display in a darkly rough and gorgeous series.

Hellions consistently at the top of the pack when it comes to the X-Line of books because it's a gorgeous engaging fun character development-filled series focused on broken and flawed people who have found their own little family niche and are just trying to make it. There is so much heart and pain surrounded by delightful humorous moments that make this entire issue a delight from start to finish.

Hellions continues to be a perfect mixture of the classic character developing soap opera style of old and the more modern approach to the entire X-Line. Really solid and engaging artwork kicks off the start of a story arc that promises to bring some big changes for the series as a whole. One of the best books of the new X-Men era, hands down.

The sins of Sinister's recent past plague the Hellions as the character depth and moments surrounding every character that appears on a page continue to make this one of the most solid and engaging books around. As things get darker and more brutal for the team the artwork matches this tone in the best ways possible.

Piece by piece the house that Sinister built continues to crumble as the lies that the Hellions have been built upon begin to rear their heads, one by one. One of the best titles of the X-Line continues to showcase why it has that distinction by presenting a beautiful ongoing character-focused storyline.

Everything Hellions has been building to since its debut begins to collide in a highly emotional and engaging way that never strays from the book's winning character-focused format. Change is coming for Krakoa and this series is clearly one of the stepping stones to what will be coming next for the future of the mutant society.

The Hellions must go on one final mission as one of their own is on the loose and great tragedy is on the horizon for this motley crew of mutants. Truly this is one of the best standout books of this new X-Men era as it deals deeply with trauma, brokenness, found family, and the eternal struggle to find one's place and purpose in an ever-changing world.

Everything the Hellions tried to build comes crashing down in a truly tragic final issue that shows not only the flaws in Krakoa as a whole but showcases that this loveable flawed group of individuals found something greater with each other and within themselves. Truly this book is the one that has the most in common with classic X-Men books in tone while fully embracing and exploring this new status quo, by focusing on the characters themselves.

What Next Batman & Second Son began, this series continues and grows upon as the time of Jace Fox becoming Batman is no longer the far off future but is the very real now of the DC Universe. There are a number of interesting themes explored as the book fleshes out Jace and his world a bit more. The pervious series art team delivers another great issue ahead of the big art changes to come with the new number one issue on the way.

With 'Fear State' in full swing, the new Batman is put through a baptism of fire, making his presence known in a really tight and character/Gotham-focused first issue. Every Jace Fox putting so far has been brought to life by truly solid artistic teams and this issue is no different, as the team delivers a gorgeous depiction of Gotham city and the new Batman in action.

I Am Batman dives deep into the realm of Fear State as it tackles some close-to-home real-world issues and mulls over the nature of fear as Batman's greatest weapon and what happens when that fear is not there. Jace Fox's latest series cements him as a new type of Batman for a different world and is masterfully brought together by a rotating cast of creative stars.

'I Am Batman' takes an uncomfortable but realistic look into our current world state of affairs and the dangers that arise from a portion of society seeking someone to help them unleash their worst selves. Overall this series is benefitting from launching out of the current Batman title crossover event, while making sure it retains its own voice and focus along the way.

I Am Batman tackles a lot of relevant subject matter in a way that isn't sugarcoated but finds itself stuck in a middle ground between an event and its potential future. A solidly crafted book that needs to firmly stake its place within the greater Batman line of books.

I Am Batman has a lot of serious potential that hasn't quite been reached yet as it still tries to get off the ground in respect to establishing itself, its character, and overall setting/core mission. A number of artists bring this solid issue to life with their similar but somewhat conflicting styles but they make it work.

After five previous issues, ‘I Am Batman' begins to find its way and finally begins to firmly build a world and focus for Jace Fox within the boundaries of New York City. Numerous topical story beats begin to have weight now that this Batman has a definitive place within the DC Universe, but only time will tell if this is enough to help this book in the long run.

‘I Am Batman' handles the social and political commentary well with each issue, while it seems to be struggling a bit still to actually build a solid foundation of a world/social structure or more for Jace Fox in his new life. Cops and Batman have a very long iffy history and this series adds its own take on the matter.

I Am Batman's character development and focus catches up with its action and political/social commentary to create an overall package that feels complete and on a path towards something interesting. Jace Fox is put through a major test as Batman and where this arc goes will surely decide who and what Fox's Batman is going forward, especially with Dark Crisis on the horizon.

A whole lot of Batman vibes are making themselves known in this book while it also does its own thing, but also finds a way to maybe do far too much of its own thing. There is a ton of potential within these pages that is just waiting to be unleashed, but hopefully not all at the same time.

I Am Batman continues to become a stronger title as it continues, finding its own distinctive voice and direction that makes it stand out from the other Batman books in the line. Somehow a grounded Batman and the cops style book works far better than one might have assumed that it would.

Gotham City continues to spread its power into New York City as ‘I Am Batman' kicks off a whole new story arc that moves many of the characters and story pieces ahead and continues to flesh out this new Batman's supporting cast and world. Following the action-heavy serial killer arc with an issue that spends more time with characters and world-building was a great choice.

Even after a year's worth of issues, ‘I Am Batman' continues its up and down trajectory as the series tries to find itself and where the character should stand within the DC Universe. Even with a new city, stripped-down approach, and more street-level feeling the new Batman isn't fully living up to the potential that the character holds.

‘I Am Batman' most assuredly has a law enforcement issue that continues to drag the story of the new Batman further and further down from what it could and should be, and there isn't an end in sight for this issue. Jace Fox is a good character, a Black Batman is a great concept, and the creative team is putting their all into this series but it's just not fully clicking even after thirteen issues.

‘I Am Batman' continues to be overrun by far too much cop stuff, making it harder and harder to connect with this Batman who is conflicted but sure spends way too much time around cops. To the point that it makes Bruce Wayne's years with Jim Gordon seem quaint. There is something here, a solid foundation, but what's being built upon it currently is not really that solid.

‘I Am Batman' continues its roller coaster of a run by taking time away from the heavily cop-focused stories to dive into Batman's mind and fears, while also finally connecting the character more to the DC Universe at large. Pitting the hero against a foe like Sinestro is a pretty big swing for a character that has mostly been very street-focused since his debut, but at the end of the day, it works and opens more doors for what could be done with this Batman going forward.

‘I Am Batman' semi-tackles a relevant issue plaguing our reality but mostly turns it into another life-altering secret moment for the Fox family as the series moves closer to an ending. It's hard to tell what to even make of this series at times, the ups and downs have been wild. Where it all goes next, is anyone's guess at this point.

In the penultimate issue, ‘I Am Batman' begins to load up the plate with a variety of plot and character moments both new and old as it prepares for some type of conclusion. Jace Fox's history and place in the DC Universe is still being forged, and some of the elements are proving to be interesting should they be followed up on beyond this series.

'I Am Batman' comes to an overall satisfying conclusion that taps into the types of moments that made this series sing while avoiding the ones that held it back and creating opportunities for further exploration of this character and his world. Jace Fox is Batman and has made an impact, even if it's not been seen in the DC Universe as a whole, that can't be ignored. Hopefully, this is just a momentary goodbye to a character with so much potential left to explore.

‘I Hate Fairyland' Vol.2 #1 picks up right where the series left off with the same over-the-top kinetic gruesome energy and fun, with a sharper edge dipping into the reality of what extended trauma can do to a person. Perfect jumping on spot for those both familiar and not as familiar with the series as it begins a whole new adventure that sees Gert destined to return to the place she hates the most.

Everything old is new again as ‘I Hate Fairyland' continues its new life by setting the overall stakes of the series as Gertrude is put back on track to return to the one place she hoped to never see again. Dark whimsical fantasy looks perfectly colorful, animated, energetic, dangerous, fun, and over the top in the return of this great series.

‘I Hate Fairyland' dives right into chaos by giving the audience what they probably most definitely wanted, but in the most Fairyland type of ways possible. Colorful swears, bloody gore, powerful emotions, tons of action, and a whole lot of madcap activity are waiting between these covers, just like one would expect.

There is no way one can accurately predict where ‘I Hate Fairyland' will ever go as a story, and this issue proves that point in spades. A simple premise turned on its head with some over-the-top monster survival story energy that is both horrifying, gross, hilarious, and gorgeous to look at the whole entire time.

Complications and disappointments are quite familiar to Gert as 'I Hate Fairyland' #5 closes out the series' first story-arc in this second volume, closing some doors while opening others with a swift kick. A truly unique issue that comes with a very particular additional piece of media that takes things to a whole new level. This is an issue that must be experienced.

The break is over. I Hate Fairyland has returned, diving right back into the colorfully messed up world that Gert hates so much. This issue is a great one to showcase to anyone what the series does so well, balancing the absurd and the relatable so well.

‘I Hate Fairyland' continues to carve an unexpected yet completely expected path as the second volume of this series moves into its second arc. All the colorful fun and brutal elements complement the heavier human elements that are in play.

What seemed a simple mission has gotten increasingly chaotic as ‘I Hate Fairyland' #8 continues the unhinged revival of the bloody colorful fantasy series. A side of character development adds plenty of flavor to the frantic shenanigans that the series is so well known for, thanks to the artwork that easily captures both sides of the story.

Sins Of Sinister's first set of issues comes to a close with ‘Immoral X-Men' #1 as the utopia of Sinister's design continues to go anything but planned for the immoral geneticist. A rapid-paced issue with some solid visuals that moves the overall plot forward and sets things up nicely for what is to come in the second act of the event.

Sins of Sinister rockets into the 100th year as the ‘Immoral X-Men' turn their sights on one of their own, moving the story ever closer to the upcoming conclusion to this miniature alternate future storyline. A lot of intriguing ideas and character bits that could be seen again when things return to normal, played out differently, but overall just a bunch of fun that works for a middle of the run issue.

‘Immoral X-Men' brings one portion of the three-fold story that is ‘Sins of Sinister' to a close ahead of the overall conclusion, filling in a few blanks but leaving many questions to be answered. Some solid hits with this story and what it's attempting but a few misses as well, but none that take away from the overall enjoyment of what this event is trying to do.

Krakoa's unelected ruling body gets their own series as the X-Men line dives into a whole new era of stories, that pulls at many threads that came before and still rests heavily upon some elements that came from the era before. Every bit of care and skill is put into making a book about back-stabbing sort of politicians that like to talk visually stunning and enriching, using a variety of tricks that make things feel more real and nuanced. If one likes to see mostly bad folks trying to work together while holding a metaphorical as well as literal knife behind their back, this is the book.

Immortal X-Men gives the readers such a deep and great (also horrifying) look into the Quiet Council and how far this group is willing to go in the name of Krakoa or in the name of achieving their own hidden goals. A gorgeous book that makes a host of mostly deplorable characters still somewhat likeable while never letting us forget how awful they can be.

Destiny unfolds before us as ‘Immortal X-Men' dives into the past, present, and possible futures centered around the gold mask-wearing Irene Adler in an emotionally charged and powerful third issue. This is a truly wonderous series that has delivered on the promise of following the Quiet Council in their work but has taken things to a higher level than expected, giving us something gorgeous and powerful.

‘Immortal X-Men' continues to be one of the top books coming out of the X-Line, even when the Emma Frost spotlight we get is overshadowed by the overall Sinister/Destiny/Moira plotline and the need to speed things up for a summertime event. Even with the weight of tie-in necessities, the issue is a fun and delightful yet dark look behind the scenes of the Quiet Council and Krakoa itself.

Even with a war event looming large, ‘Immortal X-Men' stays true to itself as a series with another powerful character study issue that showcases one of the best ways to approach doing an event tie-in issue. Gorgeous and wonderful, the artwork has the same but different energy from the last issue as it takes on the feeling of the spotlight character in the best ways possible.

‘Immortal X-Men' dances through the lines when it comes to providing a solid Judgement Day tie-in and moving its own series and character plotlines, further along, setting up for what comes next. It is a gorgeous and colorful series with heavy darkness surrounding it befitting the morally diverse set of characters that populate the Quiet Council and whose minds we get a glimpse into each month.

‘Immortal X-Men' fills in more of the overall Judgement Day pieces, using Nightcrawler as the central protagonist working behind the scenes to bring the potential victorious vision of Destiny to fruition. There is a ton going on in this issue but it never feels overwhelming, resting firmly upon the charming optimistic but powerful shoulders of the beloved teleporting X-Man. Where there is Nightcrawler, there will be hope.

‘Immortal X-Men' rolls right out of the recent Judgement Day event into an issue that on the surface seems quieter but in fact, is much louder and foundational to what is being built in the X-Line than one might have expected. A fantastic character-driven issue that plays with the a variety of levels of Marvel continuity and elements while presenting some new wrinkles of its own along the way.

‘Immortal X-Men' #9 unleashes the most sinister member of the Quiet Council as the series move ever closer to the upcoming ‘Sins of Sinister' event, in a really darkly fun & informative issue that moves a lot of the brewing plots forward. This is a series that continues to evolve and show off just how many things can be done with such an array of characters that span the range from complicated to amoral to just pure evil.

A dream is shattered as ‘Immortal X-Men' #10 dives deep into the mind of the man that helped begin it all while sinister motivations begin to spin Krakoa toward the endgame of the evil geneticist working in plain sight all along. Two narratives are woven within this issue seamlessly coming together at the very end to help kick this book into gear for the upcoming event that will see it completely changed for months.

A long dangling plotline is the focus as ‘Immortal X-Men' #12 moves the line ever closer to the impending fall that is the destiny for the mutants of Krakoa. While mostly solid there are a few elements that feel a bit rushed, potentially because of the speed needed to reach that aforementioned fall on the horizon.

A moment long overdue is the focus of the latest issue of Immortal X-Men, but as usual, it only digs an even deeper hole for the council and Krakoa to fall into. Another really solid issue that hammers home how broken these people are, and speaks to how the idea of utopia is doomed if built upon old-world thoughts. One of the clearest Fall Of X prelude issues so far.

The fall of the X-Line continues as 'Immortal X-Men' #14 attempts to pick up some of the pieces from the Hellfire Gala fallout. A change in the line means a change in how this title is handled, yet there are familiar enough elements to keep it close to what has come before. Everything on the character and emotional aspect clicks as the art makes it heavier and more powerful.

Those that were lost might have been found once more as ‘Immortal X-Men' #15 continues to delve deep into the far-reaching effects of ‘Fall Of X.' An energetic series full of darkness but also bright moments, sharing the spotlight amongst numerous characters once part of the Quiet Council. A solid issue that might drop hints at what is next for this moment in time for the X-Line.

Iron Cat continues to carry on the tradition of its forebearer Black Cat series bringing all the humor, heartfelt emotion, sass, heists, and action all wrapped up in gorgeous amazing artwork. There is no doubt that thanks to all the recent Black Cat stories, Felicia Hardy is a top-tier Marvel character at this point and not one to be reckoned with. Anyone that hasn't gone on the Black Cat journey needs to pick this and the past volumes up right away.

Felicia Hardy's dominance as one of the current best characters at Marvel Comics continues in another really fun, character-heavy, gorgeous issue that balances all of that and fleshes out the plot/new characters so well. Every time it seems that we're going to go hungry without this fantastic character and her world, we're given a new treat that sustains the audience for a while longer. A truly delightful comic book experience.

‘Iron Cat' continues to showcase how Felicia Hardy is easily the top breakout character of modern Marvel Comics, cementing this character in the A-list tier where she has always belonged. An energetic, gorgeous, powerful, and fun comic book series that channels all the elements of the previous recent ‘Black Cat' stories and has a penchant for reminding one of why comic books are such a fantastic fun medium.

'Iron Cat' ups the ante once more as the simple revenge/heist story takes a dramatic turn into a more superhero-like realm as the entire world's fate is at stake. There is something just genuinely captivating about a gorgeous slick sexy colorful series that wears its heart on its sleeve in between all the best zingers and banter while helping solidify the upper-tier status that Black Cat deserves in this universe.

‘Iron Cat' brings the latest chapter of Felica Hardy's adventures to an end in a satisfying, trademark emotionally powerful way leaving the trio of main characters in some interesting positions as they move forward. A gorgeous, both visually and character development-wise, series through and through that keeps the winning streak going in proof that Felicia Hardy/Black Cat is a textbook Marvel-style character that has found and deserves to stay in the biggest of spotlights.

Junkwraith is a solidly beautiful cool and emotional story that peers deep into the realms of our connection to items as well as the angst that comes with searching for self and our place in this world. Ellinor Richey's debut graphic novel is fun for all ages and has a cool but also warm and epic energy that permeates through every page.

Every so often there is a new comic book series that just hits all the right spots and takes the reader beyond where they ever expected and just leaves them craving far more, and right now 'Ka-Zar: Lord of the Savage Land' is that series. Great depth of character, gorgeous mood setting artwork that stands apart from all the rest, deep messages about real-world issues, and a bunch of comic book superhero-like fun.

Relegated far too often as supporting characters of the Marvel Universe, the Plunder family is getting their overdue time to shine in a series that marries gorgeous visuals, compelling human elements and eco-horror in one amazing package. A true showcase of what happens when one fully explores what the Marvel Universe has to offer while tying it into the issues that we face in the real world.

There is no doubt whatsoever that 'Ka-Zar: Lord of the Savage Land' with its fantastical deep character-driven eco-horror roots is not only one of the best books published by Marvel Comics right now but just one of the best comics period. What this creative team is achieving with every issue showcases what comics can do and what they should strive to be doing in many cases.

Ka-Zar: Lord of the Savage Land reaches its penultimate issue and begins to reveal secrets as well as set the various characters up for a final confrontation that could cost the Plunders everything. Things take on a bit more of a superhero feeling than eco-horror this issue, which is fine as the new art team still brings a lot of energy and fantastical elements to the page.

‘Ka-Zar: Lord of the Savage Land' comes to a stunningly gorgeous and extremely hopeful ending that leaves its protagonists in an evolved and engaging new place that hopefully, other creators pick up on going forward. Comics are a truly amazing medium and this story is a true example of what is possible within the medium when creators are given the ability to really take a chance and tackle characters or concepts that we don't always see in the superhero-heavy industry.

Insomnia's nightmares come calling for Gotham City's resident anti-hero thief as Catwoman is pulled into the ongoing ‘Knight Terrors' event. A solid issue mixes rough horror and crime elements alongside bits and pieces of the main ongoing to create the right kind of tie-in comic issue.

Things get creepy and kooky as James Gordon finds himself pulled into the nightmares plaguing the DC Universe as ‘Detective Comics' takes a leap into the ‘Knight Terrors.' A fantastic surreal horror story fits perfectly within the space of Gordon and Gotham, with the art setting the tone and leading the way from the word go.

It all comes down to fathers and their protective feelings for their children as ‘Knight Terrors: Detective Comics' #2 brings James Gordon face-to-face with some of his greatest fears. Creepy, eerie, dark, heavy, and truly emotional are just a few ways to describe this very solid tie-in entry for the current nightmarish DC Comics event.

Nightwing's worst nightmares become some kind of reality as the hero finds himself amongst the worst Gotham City has to offer as the Hero ofBldhaven joins DC Comics' spooky event. A creative team mixed with Nightwing newbies and veterans delivers a story that matches the energy of the main series while doing it's own fun creative things.

Dick Grayson makes short work of the nightmares that have plagued him in DC's line-wide event as ‘Knight Terrors: Nightwing' comes to an end. All the energy of the character is captured in this short story, choosing to focus a bit more 0n fun and strength than fear or horror. Overall a solid two issues give us more of the character that is one of the hearts of DC Comics.

Knight Terrors brings the nightmarish powers of Insomnia into Pamela Isley's world as the Poison Ivy series perfectly finds a way to dive into the line-wide event. Every bit of horror, color, character exploration, and energy that has been delivered for over a year in the main series continues here. Truly a must-read miniseries if one is invested in Ivy's overall story.

There is a thin line between dreams and nightmares, which is something Pamela Isley has quickly learned as ‘Knight Terrors: Poison Ivy' #2 brings the antihero/villain's time in the event to a terrifying close. Just like the regular series, every bit of this tie-in has been perfectly orchestrated to tell the best story possible with this character. Just truly a delightful experience from beginning to end.

The DC Universe's new premier hero team gets pulled into the nightmarish event sweeping the line as ‘Knight Terrors: Titans' delivers a decent tale. Fans of the current series or the characters as a whole might feel a bit hollow from this one. It's presented fine but is a bit lacking as both an event tie-in and a general story.

All the questions are answered as ‘Knight Terrors: Titans' #2 brings the team's presence in the nightmarish DC Comics even to a conclusion. A very standard overall superhero sort of story is wrapped up in the trappings of the event, without actually feeling like they belong there entirely.

Fans of magic and epic fantasy quests are likely to find a lot to like in ‘Knights of X' as the ‘Destiny of X' series makes its big debut and picks up the story of Otherworld. A gorgeous energetic and action-packed storyline that promises a lot of great things to come down the line.

Knights Of X continues to be a gorgeous, energetic, and fun series with a dangerous edge as it covers a ton of ground in its second issue while building towards a truly intriguing future. Fans of swords and sorcery-type stories are in for a treat with this series as it marries those elements to the world of the X-Men seamlessly.

Blending swords/sorcery and the world of mutants continues to be a winning formula for ‘Knights of X', as the stakes of this massive quest continue to become more clear for the audience and knights alike. This is such an entertaining, emotional, colorful, and beautiful series that adds so much to the tapestry that is this era of X-Men.

Everything about ‘Knights of X' is just a winning combination as the series continues to develop these characters on their quest, and brings a truly important and much-needed moment to beautiful life. This new era of X-Men stories was about making big changes and bringing new stuff to the line and titles like this fully embody that notion and show just what is truly possible and needed with these characters that we love so much.

‘Knights of X' comes to a satisfying yet bittersweet far too short conclusion, sticking with the epic settings and fantastic character beats that have made it a winning series the past few months. It speaks to the power of an idea and a creative team when something that we only have for a short period of time resonates so much with members of the audience. This chapter of the Otherworld story might be over, but the Captain Britain saga is far from over.

Fantasy and science fiction collide in a deep character developed first issue for this intriguing new series. We're introduced to a world that has a lot of potential through the eyes of two characters, leaving so much to explore within future issues. A beautiful and energetic bit of fun from first to last page.

Overivew'Lunar Room' offers a darkly dangerous but also fun magical new world full of compelling new characters that have perfect levels of depth and mystery to them. Many doors are opened by the creative team yet plenty are left shut in order to leave things to explore in subsequent issues, or perhaps never explore but just exist to make the world richer and better.

'Lunar Room' continues to build a detailed and fleshed-out piece of a greater science-fiction fantasy world, rife with engaging and varied characters as well as intriguing supernatural elements. This creative team knows how to give enough to sate reader curiosity while maintaining enough mystery and potential for the future that makes one want to keep diving back into this world. Fans of science-fiction, fantasy, the supernatural and just comics in general need to be picking this one up.

A weekend getaway to a resort world goes awry when four troubled friends bring all their baggage and run afoul of the world's working-class citizens.

Things take a turn as four friends are lost and must battle the wildlife of a resort planet, the working-class citizens they have slighted, and their own toxic personalities.

Toxic masculinity and unlikeable or empty characters fill the pages of this mini-series that remains upright only through the beautiful worldbuilding being done on the artistic side. Racial stereotypes and gore seemingly for the sake of gore also drag down a story that should have been quite compelling in concept.

Mann's World concludes on a truly bitter and still gory note that leaves not a lot of substance or messaging to be taken away by the final pages. It still remains a visual delight, outside of the gore, through and through, and is worth flipping through just for the beautiful art alone.

Kings and Queens of Krakoa clash as the Reign of X era begins with a bang.

Emma Frost and Kate Pryde's revenge tour continues as another mutant prepares to undertake the Crucible to regain that which was taken from them.

Things take a turn in the Hellfire Trading Company's plans to save Madripoor and a foe from the past gets a 2021 revamp to take on the Marauders.

Great character-focused moments and memorable artistic moments keep the heavy ship that is Marauders afloat for another month as things are really paused more than they are concluded. Overall there is a sense of fun to the issue but it's mostly just standard fare for this series which hasn't changed much since its debut.

Marauders takes a moment to pause between the previous action stories and the big Hellfire Gala event on the horizon for a more contained character-focus heavy issue. Gorgeous detailed artwork gives all the main characters a chance to shine and get their closeup in this issue while the colors make sure to keep up the light & dark duality of this series. Character moments are truly where this book flourishes and hopefully there will be far more room for those moments as the book rolls onward.

The Hellfire Gala has begun and this issue does a lot of the work to get all the pieces into place for the next eleven issues and the event story as a whole. While there are a lot of plots and moments and feelings left somewhat dangling, there are also a lot of great character moments and the art team knocks it out of the park juggling such a huge undertaking/cast.

Marauders returns to being basically stuck in place as the issue tries to tackle some very heavy and serious topics but does so in such a poorly dismissive way. The art team does great work with the mostly talking head issue they are presented with, including some old-school classic comic level energy with the issue's flashback.

Marauders is a series that has continuously treaded water for far too long while far too often stepping on the wrong side of various serious topics in almost glib or smug ways that do more harm than good. The art team does a good job bringing the energy up within these pages, even if the art style and part of the story heavily clash in tone.

A space adventure on Arakko and beyond is just what Marauders needed to get this series back on track after a couple of issues with some serious social missteps. The force is strong with this one as the influences and homages are clear and prevalent through the issue, where the art team spares no expense at bringing this science-fiction realm to vivid life.

Marauders' turn into a Star Wars-inspired realm continues in a very character and mutant power-heavy issue that at last returns to showcasing what this team can do when they work together to accomplish a goal. A gorgeous energetic and emotional journey from start to finish with visuals that won't soon be forgotten.

It's time to hit the high seas again at last as Marauders finds some of the fun that it started off with so many issues again, in an issue that also feels overly stuffed with plot elements it's trying to churn through as quickly as possible. One can't go wrong with a big bombastic man of ice versus an alien dragon as the action centerpiece, brought to vivid life by the wonderful art team, even if some of the rest of the issue falls a bit flatter.

As a new era of Marauders is on the horizon, the old one must come to a close as it wraps up a lot of dangling or long-running plotlines and leaves others to be explored potentially in the future. The artists that have brought the past few issues to life team up to give bright life to this montage of an issue, helping wrap things up in style.

Destiny of X's debut continues as the new crew of Marauders assembles to do what they do best, save mutants, even if that means they have to leave the Earth behind. A new era for this series begins as the new creative team showcases what they are capable of doing together in a very intriguing, colorful, and fun debut issue.

As ‘Destiny of X' continues to roll out, Marauders adds some very intriguing dimensions to this new era by turning to lesser used characters and points to some pretty big mysteries that deepen the overall mutant history of the Marvel Universe. A colorful, fantastical, and dangerous journey comes to vivid life across these pages as the series shows such promise.

The Marauders find answers to their mission which only brings them new questions, and new challenges, while also dealing them a pretty devastating loss for the time being. This series continues to be a fun romp in space while also bringing new dimensions not only to some of the cast but the history of mutants and the tapestry of the overall Marvel Universe.

Some heavy '90s nostalgia takes various spotlights in the rapid speed overly packed ‘Marauders' issue, taking giant leaps in order to wrap things up in order to tie into the current X-Men-related event story. Overall, this title has a lot of intriguing concepts at play and had a ton of potential that just didn't fully materialize in an issue that felt more like a forty-meter dash rather than a longer somewhat more leisurely type of marathon.

'Marauders' takes an interesting turn as the series continues to dive deep into the history and lore of the X-Universe while also presenting whole new areas that enrich the already established world for these characters. A ton of great energy and amazing artwork propel this story forward as the building blocks for something bigger continue to be placed.

‘Marauders' balances great science-fiction style world-building, deep discussions, a wealth of character development moments, and solid quick-paced brutal action all in one smartly build and paced issue. There is a ton of discourse to be found here but everyone involved makes it work as the visuals give us everything that the words aren't telling us and are a delight to look upon. A colorful gorgeous intriguing comic book is always a great thing to behold.

‘Marauders' #9 hits a point of lore, character, and nostalgia overload as it continues the team's already deadly trip to the ancient past to save some of the very first mutants of Earth. Tons of solid ideas and energetic vivid fun artwork fill this book that tries to stay afloat even as it gets a bit lost within itself and the story trappings at times.

‘Marauders' latest story arc comes to a rather rushed ending where a ton of ideas were floated but very few of them actually stay afloat by the time the issue came to an end. While much of this arc has been a beautiful colorful delight, there are many elements that speak to one of the weakest spots of this series: it's too rushed.

It's a whole time loop sort of situation within the latest issue of ‘Marauders' as the past and future of the decimated Genosha finally becomes the topic of conversation in this new era of X-Comics. A colorful wild jam-packed romp in this title that is full of big swinging ideas and an intriguing depth of characters.

As the series finale, 'Marauders' #12 brings everything back to where it all began a year ago putting a cap on the story of Threshold and giving Kate Pryde's crew a successful mission. While some elements didn't get as much spotlight as one might like, this was a fun and wild series that took a lot of chances just as one should do in this new status quo.

A brand new era begins for the Marauders with a new team and a new creative direction that takes them back to their mutant rescuing mission. An X-Men 2099 villain makes their modern era debut and opens some interesting new debates, in a very heavy but energetic issue that handles the gathering of a new cast in the best way possible.

Marvel Voices: Legacy celebrates Black History Month with an exhibition of diverse talent tackling characters and concepts from across the Marvel Universe and beyond.

'Mary Jane & Black Cat' pairs the two women that are friends and share a certain web-swinging hero in common, pitting them against the demonic forces of a hell dimension in a spectacular character-focused beginning to this 'Dark Web' tie-in series. Anything that features Black Cat in the last few years has been instant gold and this series is no exception. It showcases just how top-tier both of these characters truly are and why they need to have even more time in series that takes them away from the large shadow of Spider-Man.

'Mary Jane & Black Cat' #2 keeps up the same amazing energy that the feline thief enjoyed in her own solo series, but takes it up a whole other notch with the character dynamics as well as the fantastical setting and players added to the board. There is a powerful flow that moves through all pieces of work in this comic, creating something that is solidly amazing and fun from start to finish that is worth revisiting over and over till the next issue arrives.

Things start to get a bit more explosive as the title characters of ‘Mary Jane And Black Cat' #3 continue their Limbo heist journey, finding that the true enemy might not be the demons but the secrets they carry. A rapid-fire character-rich gorgeous adventure that really is a delight to read from cover to cover.

‘Mary Jane And Black Cat' #4 moves the protagonists closer to the conclusion of their Dark Web/Limbo adventure, continuing to dig into the deep emotional and character well that has supported Black Cat's various series so well the past few years. Slick, smooth, colorful, deep, powerful, are just a handful of words to describe how great this issue and series are as a whole.

‘Mary Jane And Black Cat' #5 brings the title characters' hellish journey to an end in an action-packed, double-crossing, heisty feisty, character-rich fashion. Another fantastic chapter for these characters and in the growing volumes of Black Cat adventures that we've gotten the past few years, keeping these characters in the spotlight they deserve.

'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II' brings the two beloved 80s/90s franchises back together for an explosive new series that picks up where the last one left off while spinning off in its own direction. Any fan of these characters is in for a delightful gorgeous colorful fun experience that will make them want to pick up their colored bandana or jump around doing some impressive martial arts style kicks.

'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II' pulls out all the stops as everything to do with these two storied franchises continues to intermingle to create one cohesive deep fun to explore universe. Every MMPR or TMNT fan is probably experiencing that giddy style Saturday Morning feeling as they flip through these pages, ready to revert right back to childhood once more.

Like peanut butter and chocolate, 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II' is a perfect combination of flavors that is even greater than when they are separate, bringing tons of fun and joy to those that consume them. Bold, colorful, gorgeous, emotional, and taking these decades-old characters to new places in refreshingly awesome ways.

'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II' #4 continues the series' perfect showcase of why these two franchises belong together, throwing in plenty of spectacular action as well as franchise melding twists and turns aplenty. Truly, any fan of these franchises needs to be reading this book and asking them for more after this.

It all comes down to this, as 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II' #5 brings the explosive crossover miniseries to an end while dangling just enough to whet the appetite for a potential third entry for this perfect franchise combination. All the easter eggs, references, and solid world-building that melded these universes together perfectly are all great but it's the gorgeous artwork and deep character moments that make a fan's heart smile.

'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' dives right into a bold new era that hits all the right notes to capture that trademark Power Rangers feeling while continuing the moves to keep the franchise modern and fresh, and welcoming to fans new and old. An energetically beautiful and colorful debut with plenty of fun and darker elements to build up to an intriguing cliffhanger sure to bring a lot to this world.

'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' quickly sets the tone for this new era and sets the stakes for the Rangers and their new sort of allies, turning a familiar foe into an even more powerful threat than they've ever been. Energetic, colorful, fun, and powerful with an underlying beautiful darkness that helps the story hit even harder.

‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' focuses on the characters in the aftermath of the first two issues, steadily building towards something bigger down the line. Everything about this series captures the energy of the Power Rangers shows that fans grew up watching while adding a new level of detail, character, and colorful energy that elevates the entire universe and builds an even deeper foundation.

She is the villain of the story, so it's only right that Mistress Vile/Rita Repulsa take a bigger spotlight as ‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers'#104 flashes back to fill in all the gaps of how the space witch got a whole new bag of tricks. There is so much love and respect for the franchise clearly on these pages, as the world is deepened and so many elements of the past get a new coat of paint and life.

The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers push back as the forces of evil continue to gather around them, moving one step closer to figuring out just what Mistress Vile and her crew have planned for the universe. This series hits all the right spots and does justice to the characters and their world, creating a colorful, gorgeous, fun, and powerful version of this franchise that every Ranger fan needs to be reading.

‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' #106 continues this runs awesome ability to give us deep character moments surrounded by flashy action wrapped around a deep love for the characters and the world. Everything about this comic is a perfectly natural evolution of what the TV series gave us, while also going far deeper and wider than the show ever could.

This series continues to outdo itself as ‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' #107 keeps to the trend of tapping into all the things that made the television series great while creating an energy and foundation all its own upon which to keep building. This is a Power Rangers comic book that is a love letter to the entirety of the franchise and is sure to be a beloved series when all is said and done.

The Power Rangers series takes a slight logical detour as the past and present collide for the teenagers leader and mentor, bringing him face to face with the mysterious Vessel. A deeply emotional issue that uses great visual instincts to really focus on the mind of the being that started it all, showing us his warts and all.

Everything is coming up Rita/Vile in ‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' #110 as the new mistress of darkness takes the final steps in her dastardly plan. Everything about this series has been a love letter to the franchise that also moves things forward in the best ways. Fans of the franchise should be picking this up every single month.

At last the year-long event ‘Darkest Hour' has begun as ‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' #111 puts the heroes, their allies, and their foes into their most dire spot as Mistress Vile achieves her dark goals. That darkness permeates through every fiber of this story, displayed beautifully and emotionally on the pages. A story that speaks to so much of what Power Rangers fans love about this franchise.

A beautiful combination of warm nostalgia and colorful looks to the future is the perfect combination for the celebratory 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers 30th Anniversary Special' #1. Various creators with such vivid and different styles that all share in common roots with the Power Rangers give it their all and create something very special. A must-read for anyone who is a long-time, or even recent, lover of Power Rangers.

Miles Morales' anniversary issue dives into the realms of nostalgia but brings its own unique style and twists to the 90s plot that it's paying homage to. Deeply engaging and energetic art hits the right notes to carry this dramatic and emotional storyline while making each of the action scenes stand out and feel as heavy as it should. A delightful and lighter backup story caps off the issue and showcases why Miles Morales is such a beloved character.

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #26 pushes its title character and the entire series to the limits with a dramatic, emotional, and brutal storyline bolstered by gorgeous detailed, and dynamic art. Room is left to develop every single character alongside the main story beats, giving us one of the best Peter Parker and Miles Morales moments in recent memory. A truly engaging issue that continues to shrug off the usual traps that come when skirting close to any piece of nostalgia.

Even with moments taken for flashbacks and origins, the issue never once loses any of the steam of this rapidly moving and compelling storyline. Every bit of the art has been fabulous in the previous issues but seems to find a new level to achieve with this issue, providing some imagery that sticks with you well after closing the issue.

Miles Morales' Clone Saga comes to an end in a gloriously and tragically beautiful way as the brutal and stunning artwork showcases the final battle between Miles and Selim, who battle for their very lives. The issue hits the ground running and doesn't stop till it reaches the end, which is satisfying and also unsatisfying at the same time.

Miles Morales Clone Saga aftermath spends a lot of time speeding through plotlines that could have been fodder for issues to come, with little focus on the actual fallout from having multiple rogue Spider-Mans running around causing trouble. A relatively low moment for an otherwise enjoyable series.

It's a big-time anniversary for the web-swinging hero that has hopped dimensions and mediums, brought to life for a handful of amazing creators who showcase their love for the character and world across every single page. It's a Miles Morales world and we are wonderfully allowed to be living within it.

Another month and another issue of Miles Morales that continues the title's widely fluctuating levels, this month bringing an artistically top-notch issue saddled with a very run-of-the-mill type of plotline. For a character only ten years old, the young Spider-Man is reaching a middling point usually reserved for characters with many more decades under their belt.

Date night goes awry for Spider-Man and Starling once Taskmaster crashes the party, in an issue that feels the most Spider-Man-like in some very good ways. There are a few noticeable flaws within parts of the story, but it's overall pretty fun and a nice respite from some of the bigger stuff that has been going on.

While there are some big things going on in the other Spider-Man book, Miles' own book continues to spin its wheels heading towards a potential overarching storyline conclusion. Some really good action scenes from a solid artistic team help keep the book in a solid neutral spot overall.

Miles Morales is a series that seems to be content moving in slow-moving circles, foregoing all the elements of Miles' world that are part of what makes him such a fun and intriguing character to follow. Really great fluid artwork isn't enough to save another issue in this arc that very noticeably is dragging.

Miles Morales' solo title remains one that hits some of the right notes but is seemingly content to mostly riff on the character's greatest hits rather than forging forward into bold new realms. While there are new aspects to be found within, the reliance on the same few elements is proving to be far more harmful than beneficial for the character and series as a whole.

While Miles Morales' star has never been higher within the film and other realms, the character is stuck in a proverbial rut when it comes to his birthplace, the realm of comics. An overreliance on past elements is keeping the character from the heights he should be soaring through on a regular basis. A partially new creative team does their best to move things along, but an overall lack of consistency for the book as a whole is beginning to take its toll.

More than one or two Miles is too many Miles, especially when this book isn't living up to giving the Miles we know and love enough focus or attention in his non-Spider-Man or non-Multiverse life. Unfortunately, this series is seemingly stuck in a bit of a rut, and it's not coming out of it soon enough.

Another month brings another issue of Miles Morales's adventures centered around the multiverse and clones and his uncle and a handful of things that have come to seemingly define the character too much in comics these days. On the surface, this dark reality has some intriguing characters and concepts at play but at this point feels too much like been there done that.

Even a decade into his existence, Miles Morales is a character that Marvel Comics doesn't seem to know how to use at all and continues to coast off the same story fumes over and over again. While overly fine in concept, Miles Morales's return to the multiverse and dive into dystopian futures is pretty formulaic.

Around and around we go, as Miles Morales's latest issue continues to go nowhere fast despite the story arcs finale being only one issue away. Despite a decade of existence and massive levels of popularity, Marvel Comics continues to hold Miles Morales back from the heights he could and should be swinging through regularly.

Miles Morales's big multiversal adventure is finally (thankfully) over, in an issue that is plagued by many of the same issues that have been there almost the entire time. Marvel Comics has failed their second Spider-Man character quite a bit these days but with only one issue left of this run perhaps there is some hope on the horizon for something more. Miles and the audience deserve something more.

One era of ‘Miles Morales: Spider-Man' comes to an end by celebrating and revisiting everything that has played a role in the four years that this title has spanned. It's not enough to make up for almost a year of stories that pulled from some of the worst aspects of how Marvel views Miles, but it's at least a solid way to bring an end to a title that started with such bright promise.

Miles Morales: Spider-Man delves into a classic super-hero team-up for its annual issue, pairing a rookie hero with the now seasoned decade-old former ultimate Spider-Man. Another quite solid entry in the Infinite Destinies branded annuals event that Marvel has going on this year, a brutal but fun and delightful to look at issue.

'Miles Morales: Spider-Man' kicks off a whole new volume with a picture & pitch-perfect debut issue that captures the character, his world, and so many much-needed emotional beats that bring so much depth. A truly new and old reader-friendly series, one that could get anyone hooked on Miles Morales if they aren't already fans of the character. One of the best first issues of 2022.

'Miles Morales: Spider-Man' beautifully threads the needle of creating a very classic Spider-Man-type situation but in a modern way befitting the young biracial Spider-Man of Brooklyn and the issues he has to face. Miles deserves every bit of the same spotlight, maybe even more, that Peter has enjoyed for decades and this series catapults him back to his rightful place in the Marvel Universe.

Things get very personal as ‘Miles Morales: Spider-Man' #3 brings the title character face to face with his brand new foe who has a pretty big beef to settle with him. Truly this is one of the best Miles Morales stories around, celebrating and understanding the character and his world in powerful ways. Miles Morales fans are eating well.

Miles Morales faces what might be one of his most defining moments as ‘Miles Morales: Spider-Man' #4 pits him against his most personal foe ever, and what they might take from him could change things forever. Every single thing about this series is just working as the creative team's clear love for the character and his world is clear on every page, giving us one of the best Miles' focused series ever.

‘Miles Morales: Spider-Man' #5 brings the inaugural arc of this series to an emotional, powerful, action-packed, stunning conclusion that continues to catapult itself and its title character to the top. Such an energetic series with artwork that matches the tone and the character 100%. This is the type of series many Miles fans have been waiting for, a masterclass of understanding, loving, and presenting a character of this caliber.

'Miles Morales: Spider-Man' continues the title character's battle against the deadly symbiote Carnage, putting the young Spider-Man in a very precarious situation. This highly emotional, energetic, visually stunning series is exactly what many fans of Miles Morales have been asking for. A must-read for anyone that likes Miles, Spider-Man, and just great comic books.

Carnage Reigns swings towards it's big conclusion, with the penultimate issue continuing to showcase why Miles Morales is and always will be Spider-Man and a hero. Everything about this series is working perfectly, giving the title character the spotlight he richly deserves.

A few blasts from the past seem set on making the already tough life of one Miles Morales even tougher asMiles Morales: Spider-Mankicks off a new arc. Everything about this series is dynamic, well-crafted, relatable, character-driven, and just really good comics. Miles' fans have been wanting something like this for the character and it's finally here as a monthly treat.

It's a no holds barred battle amongst the rubble of Beyond Corp as ‘Miles Morales: Spider-Man' #9 pits the title character against the unhinged and even deadlier Hobgoblin, pulling back the curtain on the villain's true motivations. Every bit of energy put into these pages continues to create one of the best Miles series that we've ever gotten.

‘Monarch' #1 is a pitch-perfect debut issue that creates a complex and fleshed-out dangerous world for the characters and reader alike, taking us on a ride similar but different from so many others. Fans of science fiction and just fantastic human stories need to pick this one up for sure.

‘Monarch' #2 builds off the solid foundation building of the first issue in order to flesh out this new world even more, throwing in quite a bit of lore about our potential series foes but also the main character of it all. This is just such a great series that hits all the sci-fi beats but also has a heart and thought to it as it touches on topical and relevant issues regarding humanity.

‘The Neighbors' #1 kicks this series off with solid character & world-building with moody atmospheric artwork that captures that small-town horror vibe. This is a solid debut that taps into the world we know and the world that is beyond our own in many respects.

‘The Neighbors' #2 continues to explore the space between realistic painful fears and those of a more supernatural variety, keeping a tight focus upon the blended family caught in the middle. A moody series that carries the tone through every element on the page, taking the slow build route with respect to the horror mystery at hand.

Horror stories are at their most powerful when they are character-centric, and that is the power that is clear within The Neighbors. More of the mystery builds in a super tense, dark, and telling issue that begins to divide this family further and further apart.

Threads of the mystery begin to unravel in the penultimate issue of the supernatural and human horror series that is ‘The Neighbors.' Every bit of this series embodies the right tone as it peels back the various layers of humanity and prejudice, tackling the nuances of it all pretty head-on.

Everything comes crashing together as ‘The Neighbors' #5 brings the story to a close, diving deeper into the human and horror elements at play. A fantastic moody series from beginning to end, rich in character and relatable elements alongside the juicy horror. A must read suggestion to any fans of horror or human nature in general.

New Masters is a beautifully crafted series with a distinctive African point of view filtered through the wonderful realm of science fiction that brings to life a deep and developed and intriguing world that a reader will want to explore more and more. This debut issue builds a solid foundation for the series as a whole while also working to showcase some truly stunning vistas and the variety of realms within the cityscape that focus on the human plight that many still find to be a reality even in this futuristic world.

‘New Masters' continues to build a fully fleshed-out character-filled science fiction-based world with an Afrofuturism focus, diving even deeper into characters and relationships with this second issue. Truly this is just a gorgeous book, unlike any others that are being published right now, showcasing just how powerful comic books are as a medium and the reality of how representation and diversity enrich everything in our world including story-telling.

‘New Masters' continues to be a gorgeous grounded science fiction series with its sights firmly set upon the dynamic and engaging family unit at its center. What this creative team has managed to accomplish in just three issues bodes well for what the last three issues of this series are sure to bring.

‘New Masters' never loses its emotional character-driven center as it slides through a variety of genres all in service of honoring the Afrofuturism science fiction core of this story. The Coker brothers and their collaborators have created a truly special world that has such depth and is gorgeous to behold, while leaving so much more on the table that could be explored which makes the world feel even more grounded and real.

The Coker brothers and their collaborators have created a truly special world that has such depth and is gorgeous to behold while leaving so much more on the table that could be explored which makes the world feel even more grounded and real. Far more of the world comes into focus with this issue, but the focus on the main characters and the bonds and what people will do to protect their own is not lost at all.

What the Coker brothers and their collaborators have created with ‘New Masters' is truly something unique, filled to the brim with deep emotional character work alongside the Afrofuturism science fiction heart that beats within this gorgeous series. We're given just bits about this world, leaving so much to explore still, but enough to allow us to follow and fall in love with the title characters. We need more of this series, more of this story.

Dick Grayson is the heart of the DC Universe once more as a bold new era begins for Bldhaven's defender.

With just two issues under its belt, this creative team continues to not only build a new solid foundation for Nightwing and Bldhaven, but plants many promising seeds for the future. The true challenge of a city like Bldhaven is laid bare through the writing and in the moody and colorful presentation that the art team puts their whole heart into. It very well could be Nightwing at the finest that he's ever been.

Every single page of this book is just full to the brim with love. Love for the characters, love for the world they inhabit, and love for the medium itself. Dynamic gorgeous art and character development are a winning combination that never grows old. If this run continues this pace, it will undoubtedly go down as one of the greats.

The bold yet familiar in the best ways possible era of Nightwing continues with another engaging, gorgeous, colorful, heartfelt, fun, and even shocking issue. Every piece of these four issues proves how much this creative team loves both Dick Grayson but also everything about his and the Bat-family's world. This surely will go down as one of the greatest Nightwing runs and one of the greatest times for fans of the characters.

Nightwing continues its winning ways of embracing and expanding the best parts of who and what Dick Grayson is as one of the true hearts of the DC Universe. The art team beautifully works together to create a harmonious mix of past and present set scenes that are beyond delightful. This team has proven that they not only love this character and the world he inhabits but know just how to pay tribute to everything that came before while adding their own additions to such a solid foundation.

Nightwing's first arc of the Infinite Frontier era has come to a close and the former boy wonder is in truly great hands as the book has brought Dick Grayson back to the levels he's meant to be within the DC Universe. Truly a gorgeous, heartfelt, emotional, surprising, and just all-around fun book that retains a serious/sharp edge to it with the threats and real-world issues faced.

'Nightwing' #87 is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that every single comic book fan needs to pick up and read for themselves. Every bit of love and dedication for this character and world is clear within the pages of this artistic masterpiece that will most certainly be talked about for years to come.

It's Nighwing and his amazing friends as one of DC Comics' best titles continues doing what it does best, as the creators pour their entire hearts onto the page every single time. This is a book not just for fans of Nightwing or the rest of the Bat-family, but for those that are fans of the DC Universe and the deep strong character relationships it has long been known for.

Nightwing and Superman's two-part crossover has begun with a bang, as this gorgeous issue feels jam-packed full of amazing character work and plot elements as the two characters have such an easy rapport. Big events are fine, but these are the types of crossovers that are amazing to see more of in comics again.

‘Nightwing' continues to lean heavily on the relationships that Dick Grayson has formed over the decades, which is just a boon for the title and for the universe as a whole. There are a few moments that didn't sit quite as well in the long run, but overall the book continues to deliver on its premise of making the character and his world more fun but also bigger and more centered.