Titans Annual #1
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| Writer | Dan Abnett |
| Artist | Minkyu Jung |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
When Dick, Wally, Donna and Garth awaken in an unfamiliar place, they find themselves face-to-face with their mentors: Batman, The Flash, Wonder Woman and Aquaman! Allied together against a common foe, the mentors and protégés must race against the clock to unlock the secret of their current predicament and save the planet from an alien invasion!
CRITIC REVIEWS
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Dark Knight News - Tyler Harris
Apr 01, 2017One of the most interesting and engaging stories I've read in a while, Abnett and Jung took this book to a whole new level that I didn't know was possible. While I'm already loving the current arc, this annual has made me incredibly excited for what's to come! If you read one book this week - this month - this year - make it this one. Read Full Review
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9.5
AIPT - David Brooke
Mar 29, 2017This is an excellent annual that's well worth your dime. Dan Abnett writes character so damn well and this issue has plenty of it along with a big revelation. On top of all that, the art is sharp and moody perfect for a comic where superheroes distrust each other. Read Full Review
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9.0
We Got This Covered - Christian Bone
Mar 29, 2017With a heap of heroes, an intriguing ongoing mystery and lots of great character dynamics, this is a very strong opening issue to a new, exciting crossover. Read Full Review
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9.0
The Batman Universe - Bill Heuer
Mar 31, 2017Overall, the annual was a great self contained story and did what I think it should do..it made me more interested in checking in with the Titans going forward and did not confuse me with any previous storylines that might have been necessary to understand this one. Read Full Review
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8.6
We The Nerdy - Aron Pohara
Apr 03, 2017Overall, this Annual is very solid edition to the Titans story, as well as a greater Rebirth line up. If you are already picking up Titans rest assured its in the spirit of that book. Also pick it up if you want to get another piece of a Rebirth puzzle. Read Full Review
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8.5
Comic Book Corps - Shaun
Mar 29, 2017Titans Annual #1 has a lot going on, with a Mentors vs Protege's theme throughout the comic. Along with an isolation, horror movie feel substituting in superhero's/villains of course. Plus throw in some good old fashioned battles and we have a little bit of something for everyone here. Read Full Review
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8.5
Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles
Mar 29, 2017Despite the Annual tag, Abnett introduces what should be a major status quo change for one of the Titans. While the main villain is largely insignificant, this new development makes this an annual worth getting for Titans fans. Read Full Review
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8.4
Comicsverse - Aaron Berke
Mar 29, 2017TITANS ANNUAL #1 is a terrific showcase for the bonds between heroes, revealing the heart of the mentor & sidekick relationship. Read Full Review
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8.0
Comics: The Gathering - Because Speed Force
Mar 29, 2017The dynamic between the two distinct teams is wonderful to see, with the Titans presenting more as actual friends rather than simply colleagues like the Justice League. In fact, the meaning behind friendship is one of the central themes in this issue. Each mentor/protege duo has their own distinct moments, with the Flashes being my favorite of the bunch. The villain for this issue isn't some huge, galaxy breaking entity like Darkseid, but rather one that can force the Justice League and Titans to do battle with each other instead some other external threat. Read Full Review
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8.0
The Pop Break - M.J. Rawls
Mar 29, 2017Overall, this is a good starting point to something that will surely grow throughout the latter issues of DC rebirth. We are kept in the dark for the most part in regards to the evil plan, but as chaotic has this event has been " you know something big is coming. Read Full Review
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8.0
Nerd Church Radio - Carl Hamlin
Mar 29, 2017All and all as an annual this was the best one I've read all Rebirth, again I just hope the story actually goes somewhere and doesn't just turn out to be like a one shot. Read Full Review
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8.0
Comic Book Bin - Paul Mason
Mar 30, 2017This annual ends not exactly on a lefthander but without all the storylines being resolved making me wonder if it will be picked up in future issues of Titans and Justice League. Overall a well written and well drawn story. Read Full Review
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8.0
Fortress of Solitude - Rick Austin
Apr 04, 2017Titans Annual #1 doesn't quite live up to being worthy of an annual. Fans should expect something truly special from them. However, if viewed as a regular issue, it's a solid read with great art and once again shows what makes the Titans so special. Read Full Review
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8.0
Weekly Comic Book Review - Loukas
Apr 04, 2017DC comics have always been at their strongest when emphasizing deep continuity. The long history of the DC universe in real time, with a corresponding but convoluted chronology within the fictional reality it represents, provides rich opportunity to explore long term developments and the thick texture of layered stories. In terms of character, this manifests in the multiple generations of legacy heroes for which DC is justly famous. Read Full Review
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7.6
Major Spoilers - Wayne Hall
Mar 31, 2017I do love me a team-up, and giving these "big guns" and "new guns" a chance to work together with hints of what's to come in Rebirth made this an annual worth picking up. Recommended! Read Full Review
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7.5
Weird Science - Eric Shea
Mar 29, 2017This was a fun Annual overall, but with it being in a post Superman Reborn world, I was left wondering throughout this issue what was in continuity and what wasn't because characters showed up that shouldn't have and characters who have sketchy backstories are just filled in with dialog that seems to want to fix the sketchiness of it all, but even with that.......... it's still a bit unclear. The art in this Annual was great though and besides for some odd dialog here and there, I liked the majority of what we got......... you know, the parts that didn't leave me scratching my head about what's new in the world post Reborn. Read Full Review
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7.0
The Brazen Bull - Charlie Chipman
Mar 29, 2017Titans Annual #1 has several things going for it, but it's a bit too long, and while the ending leaves one asking questions, it's also rather unsatisfying. Read Full Review
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7.0
The Fandom Post - Chris Beveridge
Apr 01, 2017The question I come down to with a book like this at the end is was it worth the five bucks. I hate the price of annuals, even with the extended pages, because it's such a crapshoot as to the quality of the story and the connected and importance of it. With Titans, having the regular series writer is a big boost and the artwork is pretty solid even if it's work with bland backgrounds. There are some really fun character dynamics here and that makes for some good if minor reveals along the way for long time readers and some good stuff for newer readers to understand the way these characters connect with their mentors. I'm curious about the tease at the end and that could make this worthwhile in the long run. But in the here and now it's kind of middling at best. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS
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10
Excellent story and art. The team dynamics were very interesting to see. If you are a fan of any of these characters, this a a very good story to read.
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Wow! This comic was incredible. The pacing, the artwork, character interactions, the fantastic writing, the sad and tragic reveal at the end for Donna, it's all so good and an absolute blast to read. Definitely one of my favorite comics of the year by far!
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9.5
Nice bit of character study. I enjoyed seeing the interactions between them and their approaches to the issue at hand. Edit Even mote so, I like the distinction made between Batman and Nightwing's leadership styles. Batman's 'Do as I say.' Vs Nightwing's take charge to brainstorm as a team and come to a consensus.
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9.5
A great display of character dynamic We get another glimpse at the mysterious figure that sets disasters all over Dc reality and he is eager to get out so he tries to use this episodic yet pretty interesting villain,who loves secrets and who loves to unlock them to drain our heroes. This issue shown that JL is not a team of friends but a power house formed on mutual respect and trust and Titans is one built on friendship. This shown the dynamic of each mentor and his pupil 1)Batman and Nightwing:still cold,but they respect each other,both feel the need to take the lead and share their well thought ideas around to be efficient and quick.Batman is the only one to acknowledge aside from Barry that Nightwing is NOT his sidekick 2)Flash and more
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9.5
A good annual that actually has implications for the Titans series moving forward. Anytime we get to see more of Barry and Wally together is always a treat. I'm on the fence with Diana and Donna's relationship. The whole identity crisis Wonder Woman is currently going through is kind of iffy for me. Missing in this dynamic that would've been interesting is Superman and Superboy, the Conner Kent version not his current biological son, Jonathan. I'm actually hoping that somewhere down the road, that Superboy makes a return.
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9.5
I love we see the difference between JL & Titan in this issue. The Justice League are just partner meanwhile the Titans are like a familly + Finnally fix Donna Troy + the ending make this issue a must see.
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9.0
Wow! What a great issue. This annual sums up what's so great about the Titans: Their friendship. A perfect annual for the Rebirth era.
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Very good annual that perfectly captures the distinct personalities and relationships between the Titans and Justice League members. Anyone that is a fan of either team should read this. It has great art and dialogue, as well as good character development.
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8.5
This issue didn't answer all the questions surrounding Donna Troy and how her new 52 WW story fits with what we are seeing in Titans, but it does touch on it and that is a great start. Good character development and insights. Okay art. Overall, a really solid book for an "Annual" which I generally find to be throw-away stories at best.
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