Actually wanted to test to see if I rated a 1 would I get an automatic like from Darkseid24 and the other ppl who auto rate Tom king Batman 3 or lower. Jokes aside, the reality is the run is fine, it's nothing special or amazing, but since Batman is so huge and ppl have put some of their personality in it, ppl tend to act irrationally. This issue is better than the last since something actually happened, however, the spoiler twist that I won't talk about feels a little sudden considering Thomas had no animosity towards this character, earlier they were talking cordially. If it's permanent then it'll definitely be divisive, but a 1? No, it's like a review above states, just somewhere in the middle, which is what this whole run feels like. Amazing art most of the time, started off with a lot of promise, but doesn't stick the landing plot wise. Still not as bad as ppl are saying, I definitely think the run reads a lot better in trades or collected editions. I hope king ends his run well with Bat/Cat since it is frustrating that he can put out amazing hits like Mister Miracle, Vision, Omega Men, but then do stuff like Heroes in Crisis and an average Batman run more

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Well, this is going to be divisive.

Let me start by saying that the art is just brilliant, seriously, it's so damn good!
Anyways, this issue is divided into two parts. Most of the issue is Damian fighting his way to Thomas so he could take him down and the rest is Bruce and Selina talking to each other, trying to figure out what to do next. The issue ends with one of the most important, if not the most important thing that happened in the series so far, the death of Alfred (or maybe it's Clayface?) which raises the stakes of the story to a new height. Now I just want more, can't wait for the next issue. more

The art as always is simply amazing 10/10 Janín and Daniel at their best.
Colors are pretty good especially those used in the story of Damian and BatThomas.
I expected a little more from the Bat - Cat meeting but in general I think it's fine and well ... you know ... nobody saw that coming.

This might be the best X-Men story ever written. Just in time for MCU

MIND. BLOWN.

Holy crap you guys.

It's one of the most outstanding single issues of X-Men.

"Some thought him a monster some called him evil. But to moira, Apocalypse was simply the only solution she had not tried.

Holy shit.

House of X continues to be an engaging, thought-provoking, unique experience that you don't want to miss. This issue left me speechless. Simply put - It's a masterpiece.

Holy shit. Literally that's all can be said, this is the most important x men event, not to mention just marvel events in general.

Edit: just wanted to say this book deserves an "X / X" ;)

I'm speechless. The first issue was a perfect introduction but this one is incredible.

I am speechless. My excitement for Hickman on X-Men has doubled since the previous issues. It's a joy to see Pepe Larraz still on his A-game which is especially impressive considering the bi-weekly schedule for both him and Silva. I'm not going to spoil or say anything else, just read it!

This issue is insane in a very good way.
Art 10/10
Script 10/10

I think a lot of people are blinded by their hatred towards Tom King and his... erm. Disastrous Heroes in Crisis. And believe me, I am not pleased at what came out of that series, either. I'm also really mad at him for how he wrote that story. It ultimately left a lot of soreness. However, I try not to look at the writer, but the story. And what I see is a pretty good story.

I see that the stories are improving. After trudging a long way from the Knightmares, the story feels like it's picking up pace again. Overall, it's a good read.

It was nice to see Tim and Damien interact. I haven't really seen them much, and I think Tom handled them pretty well. Damien acts like a spoiled brat at first, but it's clear he's hiding his fears and worries behind a spoiled face. He really wants his Dad back. Handled well, and almost perfectly how I see Damien nowadays (thanks Tomasi). And Tim, of course, is keeping a cool head and trying to solve the issue. But he's also worried.

The Cat/Bat thing is getting a bit wearisome. I'm one of the minority opinions who just want them to get back together as quickly as possible. But we all know that's not going to happen. Batman won't forgive her THAT easily. Realistically, that's not happening.

To answer a couple of questions (SPOILERS!):

1. How in the world could Gotham Girl take down Captain Atom THAT easily???

It was a bit confusing for me, too, but then I remember that Gotham himself pretty much defeated the Justice League in a stroke, until his juice ran out and he plopped. I can imagine Gotham Girl pretty much doing the same thing at this point. So if Gotham could trade blows with the entire JL, it's not too hard to imagine Gotham Girl sweeping the floor with CA. Sorry Cap.

2. Why does the Cat/Bat story keep going? I just want it to end.

Yeah, I almost share that sentiment. Believe me, I'm not the biggest fan of the whole Bat/Cat thing. The concept, though, has been out there for a while. And I still ship them. Evidently, King does, too. I'm hoping that they actually get together in the end, cuz that would be a good ending. King, don't fail me (even though you probably will).

So yeah, overall, not a bad issue, and finally, I'm hoping to see more of what King has. more

Gotham is descending into madness and it's such a joy to read.

The issue starts with Gotham Girl and Captain Atom fighting because Atom can sense that something is wrong in the city but gets beaten by Gotham Girl pretty easily (maybe the fight should have been tenser or longer), reinforcing the idea that getting into Gotham city without Bane's permission is not an easy task to do. We then jump to scenes with Kite Man (Hell Yeah!) and Scarecrow trying to run away from Bane but eventually they get caught because no one can escape Bane's plan. While all of this is happening we get some scenes that show us Catwoman trying to take care of Bruce. Loved those scenes and I can't wait for Bruce to finally wake up and give us what we waited for so long.

Tony Daniel's art here was probably one of his best. Such a good artist. more

"Shit negro, here we go again"

City of Bane continues to introduce us to the New Gotham City. King's still writing so there the same qualities and problems than the last 75 issue. I really enjoyed the issue, the stakes keep getting higher. The Batman chasing vilain was cool and it is nice to see Kite Man again. Hoping to see more of him in the next issue.

I just want to say this:

Good art

Good story

Tom King and Tony Daniel show us what is Gotham City right now and it is amazing. It is a story that encompasses many issues, so it will progress little by little.

Mystery deepens with this issue, Hickman once again shows how adept he is at connecting one story with two books. I like the different timelines and him taking influence from days of Future past, but with new characters and twists. RB Silva's art isn't as good as Pepe larraz's imo but it's still good, and Gracia's colors once again elevate the book greatly.

Not as good as House of X as it seems to be less friendly to new readers, but still a very good issue that sets up the story in a rather exciting way.

The art and colors are amazing, this book and House of X will have no problems in this regard.

On the other hand, if House of X 1 allowed the reader to notice a new rebirth for the X-Men franchise, it is this number that really opens a new era for mutants. I like the new characters and the story seems interesting, there are important dialogues and you can feel how the story moves forward.

At some point the "annexes", tables or graphs or explanations, etc., seemed a bit boring but I think they are needed to lay the foundations for everything that is coming. Certainly, sometimes it is somewhat confusing and it may be that new readers are totally lost but if you analyze all this as a single story you can conclude that Hickman did not lie, this will change the history of the X-Men. more

I hopped on board the Hickman train midway through his Avengers run and I haven't gotten off since, so I'm very pleased to say HoX #1 lives up to the hype and then some. Hickman seamlessly blends traditional superhero storytelling with a sci-fi political thriller, with plenty of help from Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia's gorgeous art, Clayton Cowles' subtle lettering, and some truly excellent graphic design from Tom Muller.
When it comes to the massive paradigm shift for mutantkind introduced here (which I won't elaborate on, pick up the book yourself), the creative team manages to walk the tonal tightrope between the joyous wonder shared by the mutants and the paranoia of humankind, the natural fear of being replaced as the dominant species. The mutants feel more larger-than-life than any other time I can recall in comics, and it feels like something they've finally EARNED after 80 years of fighting for it. Even then, though, Hickman still dresses the story in some deliberately familiar trappings. I've seen some people complaining that this is simply yet another story about mutant isolationism, but I vehemently disagree; it's about the promise of a true safe place for mutants, and those calling it isolationism are simply having the same reaction as this story's human characters. If anything, it shows that the tone Hickman's setting was done TOO WELL, which is certainly not a bad problem to have.
There's also some pretty great character work on display here. Magneto gets a couple of lines here which deserve to go down as some of his most iconic-- what Hickman does with him here is a lot like what Matt Fraction did with Emma Frost (specifically, the "How I Survived Apocalyptic Fire" speech), taking an already fantastic character and showing why they're so great in a couple of sentences. Cyclops and Professor X, characters I'm not usually fond of, have some great moments, too, which made me understand why they're still looked up to by so many people. Finally, the Fantastic Four makes a brief appearance, and Hickman writes them as perfectly as ever.
In conclusion: pick this book up, regardless of how much you care about the X-Men. It's well worth the read, and I can only hope that Powers of X will be too when it drops next week. more

This issue absolutely drips with every page. Haven't been this excited about X-men for a long time.

Damn

• Fresh Start literally anyone can pick this up.
• The art is top notch.
• Hickman’s one page interludes give you insight as to what new elements he’s adding to the X-Men mythos.
• The voices for each character feels genuine and real.
• Pacing is excellent as well, I was able to take my time with the book and it felt fast despite being a larger book.

I have been an X-Fan since I was a child, despite that, I did not have the opportunity to read the great mutant events in real time, so I have been waiting for this for a long time, it certainly feels different and promises many things to future, its reading leaves the reader wanting to know more and that is good, I really hope that Hickman returns to the mutants to the position they deserve. Larraz and Gracia are perfect, I still don't understand how they are not in the new series, I suppose they will participate in the second wave, or at least I hope so. more

This was amazing. I didn't expect the City of Bane to literally be a working city ruled by Bane. It was simultaneously striking, alien, and hilarious to see all the villains doing what they do in this issue.

Also the way y'know who shows up again? Perfect.