The story continues in a brisk pace as Batman makes his presence known to his enemies and supporters. Snyder continues to color this new Gotham with various variations of iconic characters as new narrative possibilities begin to take root. Dragotta delivers a visual tour de force for one of the most unrelenting renditions of the dark knight I have ever seen. Mileage may vary but this is a bold and unapologetic take on a storied character and I am personally enjoying it. more

This book is worth its price on Art alone but, Going in this was known. Francis Manapul ups his game and goes cosmic and Hifi dazzles us with beautiful colors in an an awe inspiring tour de force of artistic splendor. So yeah I could go on, but my point has been made this is a pretty book. The story is always contingent on ones tastes so mileage may vary, however I loved the story I enjoyed the twists and the jokes landed for me. I had a great time with the book and plot’s villains despite obvious similarities with Avengers No. 1 by Jason Aaron also a very good book. James Tynion, Scott Snyder, and Joshua Williamson always had my curiosity, but now they have my attention. more

Really enjoyed this Second installment of Sideways it’s just fun and I find that Justin Jordan really makes the dialogue work he captures the youthful voice one looks for in these kind of books. and pairing him with Didio was a wise choice Since I don’t believe didio on his own could have managed to make this books as enjoyable. Kenneth Rocaforte is amazing and really makes this books 2.99 price point worth it all on his own. I like how this books is slowly building up its story and cast I cannot wait to see what Grant Morrison does when he jumps on the book, but for now Sideways is an interesting chracter full of potential, and frankly I adore it. more

As per usual one either loves Tom Kings take on Batman or hates it. That being said my review should indicate were I stand on the aforementioned topic. In this issue Ivy couples her abilities of botanical manipulation with the far reaching tendrils of the green to devastating affect. In essence Ivy in Ozymandian flare has won and so we venuture into this eerie premise wihich the world is at the beck and call of Pamela Isley. I can honestly say Tom King goes places I don’t expect and I am always surprised with what I get it’s not always good mind you. The dialogue is robotic at times yet there is always a rhythm to it. This has some moments that shocked me and I can honestly say this has been one of the more disorienting tales tales By King. Mikel Janin can do no wrong his artistic prowess alone is reason enough to get the book. Anyway looking forward to reading what comes next. more

Some parts were kind of funny. The art is great. But I nearly shat myself when about midway thru the story, there was that panel with the plot twist, it was that double splash page with Superman and "Bendis is coming"... I curled up into a fetal position and started crying. The true villain shows himself...

There's one thing that makes Tom King so, so different from other comic book writers - he knows how to write about normal, ordinary daily life. He doesn't try to create unnecessary soap opera drama, he doesn't give too much attention and relevance to otherwise irrelevant situations, and finally, he doesn't try to add faux depth where's none. I was often praising his portrayal of Selina, and her relationship with Bruce, feeling just right, natural, realistic. These two have unquestionable chemistry you rarely see in comics. And once again, King served yet another irrelevant day in the life situation, showing his talent and skill as a writer.

Of course, the fast-food restaurant scene is not what matters in this issue, it's just an addition, but I can't stop returning to it and remembering how entertaining it is. What matters the most is how the Ivy's story unfolded, and where it's leading. We know despite all the control over people, she doesn't understand how to control their powers. She tries to fix the world, making her somewhat relatable, but her desperation also makes her impulsive, which most definitely will be the cause of her downfall later on. Naively believing she has absolute control over everything and she does the right thing, she may feel secure. Too secure to be prepared for domino bricks to start falling one after another.

I've enjoyed this issue - it may have not been outstanding, but it has everything that makes a comic good - solid story, great character development and dialogues, and finally, a truly fun cliffhanger, wanting me to see what's going to happen next. Right now!
Definitely recommend this one. more

Answers. Many complain because King won't give us answers. Well, we know how Ivy's doing it. She controls the green in which is put in all things people eat. On burgers, in salad, you name it!

But Bruce references someone who appears to be basically allergic to greens named Johnny Suntres. And Ivy has hidden him somewhere. I did a quick google search to find NOTHING on this name other than it is very close to John Siuntres, who is the host of the Word Balloon podcast!

BTW, listen if you never have. It's a great show with great interviews with writers and artists. You'll love it! And since King has been on the show a couple times; I bet you he's writing him in!

Maybe Bruce and Selina are looking for a cure through this boy/ and or podcaster? Maybe that is why Ivy hid him? We will have to wait to find out.

Next, I understand many reviewers will be upset to see Bruce defeat Superman with a whistle and Selena taking down the Flashes with a couple kicks. But I think King did a good job explaining why that is the case.

Bruce said Clark knows when not to listen, which implies Ivy is literally controlling everyone. And if she is, the heroes may have there powers but she doesn't have control over the powers themselves. She doesn't know how to use them and use them well. Sure, she can use their speed, but every nuisance of the speed or strength... she doesn't understand that avenue of it.

We get Bat burger again with the KGBLT ( love BLT's) as well as the Killer croque. We also get funny back and forth with Selena and Bruce and ultimately we can see Ivy's reasoning: she truly wants to make the world a better place.

Sorry to say it Poison Ivy League, but she is a villain here or at least an anti-hero. Now, her means are to make the world a better place but most villains come from a good place when they start their journey.

We find out that she killed Bruce and as we know from Grant Morrison, every Bat writer must kill Bruce before they are done. more

This is an easier to read and quirky version of Morrison "meta." If you can't handle comics about comics, you won't like this.

Orlando and Aco really click on action scenes; this reminds me of my favorite parts of their Midnighter run. Way provides all the weirdness that has made the current Doom Patrol so great, too. I'm really, really happy with what this issue brought.

Doom Patrol 11 isn't publish than Milky War part 1 is. At least there is a sentiment of continuity between issue 10 & JLA/Doom Patrol.
Like always the story is completely lunatic but fun to read. Their is some part I have trouble with, but I hope issue 10 will explain that.
Love the Milkyman Man idea & his true legacy. Love the lobo of neighborhood watch ^^ ... A nice parallel between Casey & killer Frost.
I will watch my milk with more suspicion now ^^

Cover - The Milkyman man himself. 1.5/2
Story - Love dumbs idea when that give great stuff like that. 3/3
Arts - Sweet, the multiple double page for the fight his really inventive (Even if that unravel the story a little).3/3
Feelings - Well I will follow this with interest. 2/2
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I enjoyed MILK WARS Part 1 quite a bit. Steve Orlando has a certain chemistry with Aco that I haven't, yet, seen in any of his other work (unfortunately) . I can't help but think that I would have enjoyed this issue MUCH more if the core DOOM PATROL series was up to date. MILK WARS, obviously, continues from the current (late and unfinished) storyline going on in DOOM PATROL. I can't help but think this may enjoy this issue even more once I've read DOOM PATROL #11...when and if it comes out.
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Gerard Way is the best writer for this title

Milk Wars has one detraction against it in my eyes and that’s the fact that it spoils some of the central narrative of the Doom Patrol comic currently being published under the Young Animal line by Gerard Way and Nick Derington. This isssue is a nice middle ground for what one would come to expect form Way and Orlando. I must mention though that Aco’s herculean effort in illustrating The meeting of the JLA and The Doom Patrol really makes the book sing. This is an impressive homage to the Morrison era of Doom Patrol from Milkman to Retconn Orlando and Way work fantastically as they navigate the outright insanity Retconn and their machinations. Fun and unique this is a wild ride and I look forward to the next installment. more

Dan Abnett knows how to play the long game and Ricardo Federici delivers some fine work in his issue of Aquaman. As the conflicts that have been bubbling come to a head cards are they played and choices made. Come February Aquaman will be in an interesting place. Aquaman has been a good book better than expected and it continues to deliver for me. Great world building and dialogue.

Tom King and Mitch Gerard’s Mister Miracle is weird, and layered, it’s heartfelt, and insane. It’s as complex as the protagonist of this odyssey Scott free and big Barda. There is a lot going on. This issue in particular managed to both fill me with joy and dread in an instant. I am invested in this book despite its refusal to let a reader get comfortable with it’s narrative. All I have to go on is that I am as confused as Scott and possibly Barda. King and Gerard’s are putting out their best work, and as this series keeps going farther down the rabbit hole that is the conflict of the fourth world. I am anxious and ready to see what traps lay before Big Barda and Mister Miracle. more

I will be totally honest. I didn't plan to take it. In fact I wanted to avoid it at all cost.
But I had to take another unexpected comics I didn't sollicited, so I tell myself Why not.
Why did I didn't want it you will ask me. Well in "Were are Robins" Duke was my least favorite character and frankly I didn't like the "Signal" codename. And one more batpeople, please ...
Ironically the writers choose to begin this story with the codename & the to many bat-people.
And even if it's a dream, it make us take side for duke. At least give him a chance.
The mystery about the dead kid is brig by Gordon to a new officer that I liked instantly.
I less liked the fight with the null. The cliffanger is interesting.
That's not a "no no" but not a "hell yes" ether.


Cover - Nice cover, I would have prefered that Batman wasn't on the cover, that give the wrong signal (No pun intended). This isn't a team-up book, but a Duke one. We can also appreciate that that didn't spoil Metal even if it's related to it. But the cover didn't really give what I read inside. 1/2
Story - I feared something less pleasing. This is a good hook and first story. I smiled at some part of it, so nicely done. That said I'm not completely under the spell. 2/3
Arts - Why hamner try to approach it as a Romita Jr art. I really don't know. He give me some good panel, but I'm not fan of it. 2.5/3
Feelings - Mixed. I'm ready to give this a second shot, because even if I was surprised to see already the Null coming back, the cliffanger is nice. And I want to know more the female character who's in the Null team. 1.5/2 more

First things first I like this issue a lot, because it builds on everything that has transpired in Dukes Thoma's life in one fell swoop. This could have been accomplished through a recap sure but Snyder and Tony Patrick take it upon themselves to introduce the reader to Duke through an inner monologue and organic conversation spread through out this comic. It is an ambitious narrative approach with mixed results. What we get is a very dense first issue that summarizes Duke's 5 year long journey into the chracter we see before us. This issue quite honestly is extremely new reader friendly if you didn't know who Duke was you will know him a quite bit by the end of the first issue. Cully hammer does a great job of grounding the story with his art. This issue also brings back some of the supporting cast previously seen with Thomas in other titles. Honestly I enjoyed this quite a bit; felt fresh and I personally look forward to seeing what this three issue mini has in store. more

I am a sucker for good art which Clay Mann delivers in spades. Tom King has been spoiled as of late with the veritable treasure trove of sensational artist he has gotten to work with. Now this issue delves into subject matter that many fan concoct in fanfiction a double date of titanic proportions. It's not for everyone but now a days I find that iit is better to spark conversations than go by the numbers. The moments are nice and interspersed with good humor we see how the the worlds finest and their significant others cope with the changing dynamic that Bruce's engagement presents. We see how Selena and Lois bond over their spouses and their quirks. I find that this issue stuck with me because moments such as the one presented in Batman 37 are few and far between. It shows to the promise of rebirth that even a cynic such as Bruce can find someone who loves him and gets him to enjoy the simpler things in life like a super hero themed carnival. This isssue is made all the more refreshing to me because of the ordeals Snyder and King have put Batman through it feels like Batman is changing and I am excited to see where this quest for happiness will lead the caped crusader. more

The fun and crazy ride continues in issue #4. This one feels a bit like the weakest one though, even if not by much. The amount of material, cameos, story elements and characters the reader has to ingest is just insane at this point! It is an hard-to-follow event, but that's not the point. It's just mindless fun and overall crazyness, but it does feel heavy and meaningful at certain points. That's where I get a bit more trouble enjoying it completely. It tries to expose serious, world altering concept, but also makes fun of it. It's a confusing read and that push the readers back. The good thing is that it excels at pulling them back in quickly and breaking out key moments and cliffhangers that leaves us wanting for more everytime. The amount of obstacles put in the heroes' way is starting to feel unsurmountable and it's hard to believe they can wrap things up is just two issues. Still, a great event, a fun story with a load of unexpected turns and a damn fine piece of comic visually speaking. more

I have no idea what the phuck is going on...but I like it. I'm gonna read it again after smoking a bowl.

The art of Capullo makes this issue pop and honestly makes the comic a must in and of itself. What can I say the heroes are in dire straights all hope seems lost but despite it all The DC pantheon continues to fight no matter the odds. I honestly don't know if the heroes will manage to find a way to turn things around in a satisfying way. Snyder and team will likely have to cover a lot of ground in these next 2 issues. So much like the heroes themselves Snyder and Capullo really have the odds stacked against them but hell if I am not excited to see them try and pull this ambitious work off. This book pulls on a ton of DC mythology and weaves it together in new and ways rather than fixing continuity this books forges new and epic possibilities. I think what is being done in this event will open doors to some interesting multiverse spanning adventures moving forward and I am just all for this kind of world building. more

I haven't written a review in a while and I have been reading Aquaman due to the art mostly. I find that I am conflicted with my thoughts on this run. I will say, I began reading this book as a monthly, because Stephan Sejic elevated this titles story and made it a must; if not just to ogle at the visual marvel put forth. Stephan's Aquaman is unequivocally gorgeous and should be lauded in my opinion. However, Abnett provides a good if not slow movement of events. I supsect that the best way to enjoy this run is through an omnibus. Trade being the next best option I say this because Dan Abnett is not concerned with pushing the narrative. The story moves at a snails pace when experienced issue by issue, but damn it the art makes that wait unbearable. Ricardo Federici is a Fantastic addition as an artist, and again I find he makes Aquaman a must have visual feast. If only to experience the visual master class in display. If you have been on Aquaman from the beginning then you know my frustration of the deliberately slow Development of this tale. If you are new to Aquaman then this should be a treat for you as this is a fantastic point to get engrossed in the story. Come for the immaculate art and the slowly but well told story. more

Quite entertaining.

Wow, Snyder's writing on Metal so far is proof that cocaine is a helluva drug...

A must read series. A first event in a long time that has me truly excited for the next comic.

Very cool number, I think I liked it a bit more than #1 as this one was a bit simpler. I can't wait to see what those evil Batmen do.