Just awful, both story and art.

I remember when Daredevil was a good comic.

I'm wondering if all the glowing reviewers actually read all the dialogue in this issue because the tone is all over the place. Cutesy-wootsy one minute, skirting serious depression the next. And despite Kitty being written pretty well, overall this was a boring opening issue to the new series.

A brand new X-Men number one should be pulling out all the stops to grab and hook readers. Aside from the very good art, the only interesting part of this issue was that app on the final page. more

Sci-fi fantasy with a strong dose of psychedelics. It's refreshing to get something so original and creative. These 56 pages deliver a storytelling experience you won't forget.

A mindblowing visual feast of a comic book!

This seems to be a hot take considering most of the other reviews on here but I was bored by this "flashback" issue. The first three issues were really promising, but the previous issue and now this one have left me unimpressed with where this series is going. I want more Spider-Man in this Spidey book.

Also, this is a monthly book and Marvel can't keep the main artist on it for more than three issues? C'mon Marvel! more

I picked this up because it's a new book by Rick Remender. I've no skateboard experience but I was interested in the 1980s setting. It's a story that's been done many times before--new kid at school who doesn't fit in--but it won me over by how much fun it is. Nice to see Remender writing a lighthearted story for a change.

The art by Brett Parson is bright and cartoony and fits the story really well. Some of his panel progressions are excellent.

It probably won't blow your mind but I'm sure you'll hae fun reading it. I'll be picking up issue 2. more

I'll tell you what, I am one hundred percent in on this series after reading issue #6. I immediately bought the previous five issues and am halfway through reading them as I write this review. Despite jumping into the story partway through, I didn't feel lost at all. In fact, I think issue #6 works well as a single story in the longer narrative. It can be enjoyed on its own, yet leaves you curious to find out more about this world and what events led us here. more

Disclaimer: A YouTube buddy asked me to read this comic to do a review with him.

WTF did I just read? A comic book filled with unlikeable characters and no plot. Just a series of random events that are explained to you and actually mean nothing. And I don't know who that Batwoman character is because she sure ain't Kate Kane.

How does this get past editorial?

If this was my last ever version of John Constantine then I would be a very happy old man. Without spoilers all I can really say is great writing and wonderful art all wrapped up in a story that makes me smile from ear to ear. Give yourself a winter treat and delve into Occult the way it should be.

I was really excited for John's return and I'm happy to say I wasn't disappointed. I loved this issue! It felt like coming home. Si Spurrier nails John's voice and sarcastic sense of humour, although he does make him speak a bit fancy at times. Aaron Campbell's art is suitably dark and moody and fits the creeping horror tone of this book.

Now I really want to dust off the 12 issues of their previous run. If you haven't read that run, do give it a shot. And if you are thinking about picking this up, don't hesitate.

Recommended.


I have a longer review on my blog here: https://wakizashireviews.wordpress.com/2024/01/17/john-constantine-hellblazer-dead-in-america-1-jan-2024-review/ more

Ok so first lets get off the real reasons to dislike this entire series.

1) None of the characters are written in character. Joanne Starer clearly has no idea who any of these characters are. They feel like all OC's just re-skinned as DC characters.

2) This is like season 54 of Days of Our Lives where only wine moms would enjoy this. Like that is what the humor feels like.

3) This has no functional plot besides mindless hi-jinks.

Now for the reason you can all call me names for but something really ticked me off and why I wanted to write this review for this specific issue: How they treated the disabled character.

Rant time: Why the ^$&* did they somehow justify robbing and harassing a guy in a wheelchair (and imply he shouldn't use tactics to not... you know get robbed and possibly killed by a giant gorilla), because he charges too much money for drinks? So because the guy owns his own business and wants to survive in the USA with a disability they have the right to rob him? Fire is the one who says the comment about drinks! The guy isn't rich. He has been dealt a crappy hand in life and is just trying to make it and you, the hero come in to screw him. This book is trash as it is, and filled with BS themes, but then you go and punch down? Really? That feels bad. And tactless. I just have little patience for trying to justify harassing a person with disabilities and still sell the harasser as the 'better person' which is how the situation seemed to be trying to play out.
Rant over. more

While I do echo others comments that there is not a massive hook to this issue, and the art is good at best, the story itself is quite promising. I enjoyed this more than I expected. There is a sense of political drama here, each of the characters has a good voice, and the brutality of Zod is on full display, between the cruel but pragmatic treatment of this son, to the defending of his planet, Casey makes it clear, Zod aint a good guy and is going to do whatever he needs to, to get the job done. The only question now I have is, should this be picked up issue by issue or in a trade? I am unsure, but I do want to read how this unfolds. A nice political (and I mean that in running a planet/governing body type of way), and action packed book.

A lot to like here. I do wish is had a solid 'wow' moment though. A lot of good moments, really almost every page was very good (hence the 8.5), but no amazing jaw dropper moment, or breath-taking splash page. more

I want to give my initial honest reaction to reading this highly-anticipated comic book. Let me also state for the record that I was really looking forward to this new series and hoping we would actually get a decent Spidey story for a change. I gave up on Zeb Wells’ Not-Amazing Spider-Man last year. I was all Rek-Rapped out! So, how is Ultimate Spider-Man issue #1?

Short answer: pretty boring with a serious lack of Spider-Man! There is a LOT of talking in this comic. Pages and pages of it. Why use one dialog balloon when three will do? And the majority of the talking is between characters other than Peter Parker. Sure, it’s nice to spend time with Ben Parker and J. Jonah Jameson, but I’m here for Peter.

Now, there’s nothing wrong with set-up when it’s done well, but I’m telling you, some of these pages were a struggle to get through. It’s never a good sign when you find yourself flipping ahead to check how many pages are left. I kept waiting for something to happen. There is so little action or excitement in this comic until the last couple of pages and by then it’s almost too late to save it. Looking at this through positive spectacles, it hopefully means that issue #2 will be much better.

Full Review on my BLOG: https://wakizashireviews.wordpress.com/2024/01/10/ultimate-spider-man-1-january-2024-review/ more

It's all-out carnage against SINN's army in an action-packed issue.

Nyx, Cy-Gor and Jim Downing Fight Sinn's Army while Al Simmons walks and talks with Wanda. If Al finally takes Hell's throne, what will happen to him? And does Wanda have an ulterior motive for being there?

My video review link: https://youtu.be/AtsRfcBtAjY

Disclaimer: I only read this issue because a YouTube buddy wanted me to review it with him. We covered issue #1 and that was enough for me.

This is not a comic book. I don't know WHAT it is to be honest. It was a chore to get to the end. I think it's 20 pages but it felt like 50. There might be some semblance of a story in this issue but I couldn't find it.

The character voice for Yelena is Florence Pugh from the Black Widow movie. Only sometimes it isn't. It changes throughout the issue. Yelena is a trained assassin and would not come across as a village simpleton. She should be highly intelligent. In this book she isn't.

The other characters have the same voice. It's difficult to know who is talking.

The focus of this issue is on finding a job with a good dental plan. While shopping at a farmer's market. I'm not being sarcastic, it really is. Oh, and revealing to anyone who might be near you that you are a SECRET assassin.

Apologies for the rant--a rare one from me--but I wanted to give a few reasons as to WHY this is a bloody awful comic book. I could've just written the word "terrible" and left it at that. I probably should've. more

This is a very fast read and not a lot happens. Dracula mentors Blade in his fighting techniques. That's pretty much it. Oh yes, and Bruce Banner appears on the final page setting up next issue's guest star.

The change in artist was a bit of a downgrade for me.

I remember how good the first few issues were and this doesn't live up to that early promise.

Batman: City of Madness issue #2 continues the strange and fascinating story of a nightmare Gotham which exists below the Gotham we know. Artist & writer Christian Ward brings it all to life in a series of stunning and colourful pages, with some of the art almost tripping off the page like a psychedelic nightmare.

There is a lot going on in this issue, a lot to take in, but you certainly get the “Bang” for your buck. Yes, I think it’s worth paying the higher price for this. It’s original, entertaining and almost daring at times. At least this book is trying something new and makes a refreshing change from the regular Batman monthly comic.

Link to my Video Review: https://youtu.be/ab-nsUlVxf8 more

New Story Arc begins in this issue. Jim Zub is clearly having a blast writing Conan again and his writing is top notch. Artist Doug Braithwaite does a great job with some very detailed panels. Yes, it's a change in style from the wonderful Roberto De La Torre, but it still looks great to me. There is a lot going on in this issue and it builds to a big cliffghanger.

I love the variant covers by both De La Torre and Rebeca Puebla--those beautifully striking eyes!

It's a solid recommend!

Video Review can be found here: https://youtu.be/2VjXGyi9k3c more