I definitely expected more out of this than what it gave. First, the positives: the art was acceptable and all the different fan favorite heroes making appearances was cool. That's about all I got. The writing was really bad. I usually appreciate fan service, but it has to be done well. This book was largely just fan service moments in a chain and they were shallow, corny and sounded like premore
The Future is Doomed! The world is Doom's…but does that include the world that is yet to be? A coalition from the future - including OLD MAN LOGAN, RACHEL SUMMERS PHOENIX, BISHOP, COSMIC GHOST RIDER, THE MAESTRO and DEATHLOK say otherwise. But will the arrival of Doom 2099 change the odds for the new Sorcerer Supreme? Is he there to back his past...
Fun issue, as most of EXM has been. The art was ok and the writing was good. Emma was the star as usual.
An all-new cosmic horror story set in the universe of the terrifying cult-classic film! The Event Horizon was a revolutionary spaceship designed for one mission: faster-than-light travel with a top secret and experimental gravity drive. But upon activating the device, the ship journeyed across the borders of Hell itself. In a nightmar...
VIBRANIUM'S MYSTERIES AND THE BLACK PANTHER! T'Challa leads a campaign against Adi and his associates, the monsters of Vibranium Incarnate! Meanwhile, his trusted confidants must protect Wakanda when the Vodu-Khan want to advance their own prophecies!
Usually I'm not a huge fan of the "Black, White and Blood" and similar books. Sometimes they're decent, more often than not they're just bad stories that aren't good enough to be given the full treatment so they use a gimmick to try to get the most out of them. That wasn't the case with this one. All three of the stories were great, but especially the middle one. It's not often that Venom and more
WE ARE VENOM! A collection of VENOM stories from across the history of the symbiote begins here, all rendered in Venom's own black and white (and red)! David Michelinie and Jonas Scharf take us to the jungle, as Venom stalks a vicious paramilitary science outfit bent on weaponizing BROCK's symbiote! In the aftermath of MAXIMUM CARNAGE, J.M. DeMatte...
This is a weird book. I love the characters and the art is solid, but I can't really decide whether I'm enjoying this story. It might be the kind of story that comes together at the end to be better than the sum of its parts, I'm going to see the ride through regardless.
BEHIND DEATH'S DOORS! It's a spellbinding showdown in GRAVEREALM as the Grim Reaper prepares his final trap for Vision and Wanda! Can they make it out alive even after they encounter the Reaper's TRUE benefactor? After all, you can't cheat Death…
Solid book, my expectations are never high for these off-shoot character books and this one exceeded those expectations a little bit. The writing was good and the art was solid. I enjoyed the world building and picking up the pieces after the events of the last series. I'm not sure she needs Baby Tarantula in her life, in my opinion they should probably go ahead and nip that drama in the bud, bmore
A BRAND-NEW DAY FOR SPIDER-GWEN! Gwen Stacy isn't from this Earth but she's here to stay, so it's time to make herself at home! A new costume, a new home life- heck, she's even starting a new band! Unfortunately for Gwen, new threats are also heading her way, starting with one that just might be her own fault! Follow the Ghost-Spider as she settles...
Interesting twist and general direction. The writing was really good and the art was ok. I was on the verge of taking Spiderman back off my pull list but this issue convinced me to give it a few more.
THE RESOLUTE SPIDER-MAN! Peter Parker has resolved to get stronger by ANY means necessary. Spider-Man isn't pulling his punches this time.
The writing was better in this one than most of the previous issues. The story is interesting and overall this has been one of the better of the "classic Image" reboots. I still hate the art. Solid overall, hope for the next arc they change it up with the creative team.
KEY ISSUE ALERT: Part 2A New era for the Witchblade begins here! For the first time in the enigmatic weapon's history, Sara Pezzini unlocks an aspect of the ancient relic no wielder ever has before—transforming her into something strange, powerful, and NEW that will redefine the Witchblade legacy.Sara’s discovery of Irons’ plan for The Angelu...
This series has just been outstanding storytelling. I love the format, the world, the characters, the art, the writing, everything is just great. This issue, as each one before it, leaves me wanting more.
Pranky—the world’s most dangerous kid scout—has been Mr. X-Ray’s nemesis since the novelty huckster arrived on Hyde Street. But for the first time, Pranky needs X-Ray’s help. The solution, however, lies in the hands of someone even more unsettling: Doctor Ego. Can the two sworn enemies survive a visit to Hyde Street’s most unnerving pra...
Plot
Pranky puts on the mask he stole from Mr. X-Ray's office and turns into a werewolf. He returns to X-Ray's office, asking for help.
Mr. X-Ray helps him, but only on the condition that he lets him collect his souls. They both leave with Doctor Ego, a horrible resident of Hyde Street who tortures people before removing their souls through painful operations without anesthesia. more
Pranky—the world’s most dangerous kid scout—has been Mr. X-Ray’s nemesis since the novelty huckster arrived on Hyde Street. But for the first time, Pranky needs X-Ray’s help. The solution, however, lies in the hands of someone even more unsettling: Doctor Ego. Can the two sworn enemies survive a visit to Hyde Street’s most unnerving pra...
Things are coming together in Hyde Street, in terms of the story as well as this amazing creative team. Hyde Street #8 is sheer perfection!
Pranky—the world’s most dangerous kid scout—has been Mr. X-Ray’s nemesis since the novelty huckster arrived on Hyde Street. But for the first time, Pranky needs X-Ray’s help. The solution, however, lies in the hands of someone even more unsettling: Doctor Ego. Can the two sworn enemies survive a visit to Hyde Street’s most unnerving pra...
Just who are the mysterious Rogues chasing after Wally West, and how did they join Project Olympus?
Absolutely brilliant. The depiction of Bane's backstory was just perfect. The issue was brutal and really paints a picture of hopelessness for Batman. This turns the suspense up to 11 for the rest of this arc, how in the world does Batman overcome this?? One of the most un-put-downable of all comics being published right now.
Learn the origin of Bane! What drives the muscle-bound behemoth, and how did he arrive in Gotham?
Not a deep comic by any stretch, it has one point and that's fast-paced action. But it executes that point quite well. The art is great, there is some decent humor. It was a nice, quick read.
The smash hit grindhouse revenge tale of the summer careens through Las Vegas. THIS ENDS TONIGHT has murder, mayhem, action, comedy, exotic dancers, exotic animals, gun shows both literal and figurative—THIS ONE HAS IT ALL! Superstar JAE LEE (Inhumans) has never been better as he carries around Gerry Duggan (Deadpool). Get on board the party bus ...
I'm not a big fan of war comics/movies/etc., and this one hit a lot of the usual tropes and moral talking points, but it was so well done that I loved it. The writing and art was top notch, the characters were interesting and well-defined. Can't wait to read the rest.
SERIES PREMIERE
SHOT DOWN. HUNTED. OUT OF TIME. THE NEW ONGOING TWO-FISTED WAR EPIC FROM REMENDER & ACU A STARTS HERE.
From the creative team of**_ New York Times_** bestselling author RICK REMENDER (DEADLY CLASS, Uncanny X-Force) and powerhouse DANIEL ACU A (Captain America, Black Panther)-the duo behind Marvel's **Uncann...
I never would have guessed in a million years I would enjoy a comic by Post Malone, but here we are. This has been really fun. I am all onboard for the Big Trouble in Little China meets Army of Darkness vibe. Really good art and writing. Can't wait for next issue.
"Double-length - collects chapters 3 & 4! Post Malone's BIG RIG. HEAVEN. HELL. HORSEPOWER. Trucker is behind the wheel. A crazy witch named Edda rides shotgun. And her sworn protector, Batu, mans the 50 Cal. One Prince of Hell is dead, but they've got more to go. If they can turn Leviathan to mince meat, maybe they'll have time to regroup and deal ...
Audrey is desperate to make it home to take her son trick-or-treating, but she’ll be lucky to make it out alive when Big Bruce's car lot becomes the battleground for a long-simmering grudge match. The game gets brutally personal as breakout talent CHE GRAYSON (Dark Spaces: Good Deeds) and fan-favorite artist ADAM GORHAM (Hellhunters) join JAMES T...
I am loving this series more with every issue.
Audrey is desperate to make it home to take her son trick-or-treating, but she’ll be lucky to make it out alive when Big Bruce's car lot becomes the battleground for a long-simmering grudge match. The game gets brutally personal as breakout talent CHE GRAYSON (Dark Spaces: Good Deeds) and fan-favorite artist ADAM GORHAM (Hellhunters) join JAMES T...
This was a nice flashback issue to show Asami's origin story. Good writing and art, the story was appropriately grim for the period. It also explained her initial distrust of men. Good stuff.
Chapter 9 is all about our samurai as we flashback to her most dangerous day on Earth. Sins will be revealed, and the past will come back to haunt her. Ogata Asami cuts the life out of her opposition...unfortunately for her, these are warriors that will remember her face when they meet again in the war that's exploding in Purgatory. There will be b...
Another incredibly fun issue in what's been an incredibly fun series. The only reason this isn't a 10 for me was how the conflict in this issue was so conveniently and abruptly wrapped up, heh. It fits the tone and it was pretty hilarious so only a .5 point deduction. The art is fantastic and the writing is great. Each character has a very distinct voice and fun personality. I hope this gets more
Battle Beast has arrived at Prince Salaka’s homeworld, but it may be more dangerous than the prince remembers...
We said this is a comic where fighting was the lose state. We’ve kept that promise. We didn’t say anything about murder.
RED SKULL AT HIS MOST SINISTER! •A story of Red Skull's ruthless past from the dark days of World War II…and what horrible future awaits Captain America as a result, thanks to a deal with the devil himself! Acclaimed writer and military-history buff STEPHANIE PHILLIPS (PHOENIX, SPIDER-GWEN: GHOST SPIDER) and moody, dynamic artist TOMMASO BIANCH...
A PREDATOR KING. A VIBRANIUM ARSENAL. AN ALL-OUT INVASION! It’s the bloody kickoff to an epic battle between the Predators and Marvel’s heroes! A Predator King, emboldened by a new vibranium arsenal and aided by a surprising human ally, launches an all-out invasion of Earth, claiming the planet as a hunting preserve! You’ll need to read to se...
This was a typical issue of this current series. Nothing special, but well-made and interesting. I'm curious about what Kingpin has been up to in his absence, since supposedly having Jesus scared into him. This seems to be the month of major characters breaking up with the randos they're with (Matt here, MJ in Venom, Spidey's been on rocky ground with his lady for a bit now). And that's fine, more
BACK IN RED! After a brief interlude and with Bullseye's blood on the Man Without Fear's hands, the streets of Hell's Kitchen are in even more chaos! ELEKTRA and WILSON FISK are both in the wind - and with nobody else to look to, the people of the city need DAREDEVIL more than ever!
Plot
Daredevil is back and begins cleaning up Hell's Kitchen's criminals. But a call from Elektra changes everything, as she leads him to a crime scene involving one of the executives of the NOUVELLE corporation, who was responsible for hiring Taskmaster to eliminate Daredevil in the previous installment.
The first scene shows how the victim was disfigured with a laser weapon, and more
BACK IN RED! After a brief interlude and with Bullseye's blood on the Man Without Fear's hands, the streets of Hell's Kitchen are in even more chaos! ELEKTRA and WILSON FISK are both in the wind - and with nobody else to look to, the people of the city need DAREDEVIL more than ever!
Good issue, it was a quick read. Probably because A) it was well written and interesting and B) not a lot happened. I'm still not loving the "Eddie as Carnage" gimmick, but it's working about as well as it can in my opinion. The "picking a candidate to kill" trope isn't fresh, but it was moderately entertaining here.
LIKE AN ITCH YOU JUST CAN'T SCRATCH… Eddie and Carnage need to kill and fast! With Carnage's bloodlust consuming him and his health and willpower slipping, will Eddie be able to hold on to his morals, or will he cross the line he drew and take the life of an undeserving civilian? Or perhaps worthy, perfectly despicable, prey will find them instea...
It's slow paced and might read better in trade. But damn it's good stuff.
LIKE AN ITCH YOU JUST CAN'T SCRATCH… Eddie and Carnage need to kill and fast! With Carnage's bloodlust consuming him and his health and willpower slipping, will Eddie be able to hold on to his morals, or will he cross the line he drew and take the life of an undeserving civilian? Or perhaps worthy, perfectly despicable, prey will find them instea...
Good art, great writing. I would have liked a little more action, but this had some good character development and progression of the "how the X-Men fit in with the public" plot. Another good issue in a good X-Men story. MacKay is one of my favorite writers currently, he's knocking it out of the park.
A second Iron Night brings with it consequences, and Cyclops has some explaining to do on behalf of the X-Men. But even a born leader can reach a breaking point - and Cyclops has had to do ever so much explaining recently…
This has been an ok series, and this was an ok issue. The art is fantastic, but the writing is kinda meh. The characterizations (especially of Spider-man) just feel way off, and rehashing the MCU Civil War plot is pretty boring. Otherwise, it's an enjoyable enough story. I'll stick around for the pretty pictures if nothing else.
WORLDWIDE WEB! The ENEMY behind WOLVERINE and SPIDER-MAN's trap has set BIGGER sights, including a worldwide hunt that will put our heroes - and any innocent person in their wake - in grave danger! With great power…will there also come impossibly deadly danger? And, after the opening salvo, can PETER ever trust LOGAN again? PLUS: An ALL-NEW villa...