I can almost see the tears emanating from the words on my screen. Seethe, ma'am. Seethe.
Raging Rainbow reviewed Dark Knights of Steel #2 Dec 10, 2021
It looks like war is coming as we see the immediate fallout from the death of Jor-El at the hands of Green Arrow. Two kingdoms will suffer a death in the family by the end of this issue. This issue caused my interest in the story to wane a little bit, but we'll see if that continues to be case or if Tom can rally.
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An entire medieval world will be forever changed when a spaceship crash-lands from a doomed planet. Monarchs will die, kingdoms will rise, and what seemed the end of the world for many…was only the beginning! An epic high-fantasy story set in a DC Universe where nothing is what it seems… From worldwide bestselling writer Tom Taylor (DCeased, S...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Avengers #50 Dec 10, 2021
She-Hulk is finally back, everyone! Also, it appears Marvel is once again trying to beat DC at their own game by having Mephisto (or multiple Mephistos, really) kicking off multiversal madness. It's going to get very complicated in here.
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COMMEMORATING LEGACY #750! Supersize extravaganza of Earth’s mightiest action and surprises! Witness the jaw-dropping conclusion of “World War She-Hulk!” Learn the true purpose of the prehistoric Avengers! Uncover the shocking secret of the Iron Inquisitor! Behold the most powerful collection of super-psychopaths that any Earth has ever see...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Hellcop #2 Dec 10, 2021
The mystery continues to deepen as we see Virgil wrongly convicted. But it's okay cause he'll be getting out to track down answers. I wonder just how crazy this will get.
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“COME HELL OR HIGH WATER”
Virgil has been framed for the murder of his partner. With the help of Taj, he escapes custody and heads to Hell in a desperate attempt to find his partner’s life force and clear his name.
Raging Rainbow reviewed Batman: Fear State Omega #1 Dec 10, 2021
This is how it ends: not with a bang, but with set ups for future stories. Fear State could have been a cool, memorable story. Instead it was a disjointed mess that ultimately only served to setup things to come. And it wasn't even entertaining to read.
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As Gotham’s Fear State comes to a close, a new day dawns on the city…one without Batman. But the Dark Knight’s absence does not mean the city is without heroes. Join James Tynion IV and Riccardo Federici as they bring “Fear State” to its conclusion and introduce a new status quo that will reverberate throughout the DCU for years to come.
Raging Rainbow reviewed Evil Ernie #1 Dec 10, 2021
For the 30th anniversary of Evil Ernie Dynamite has decided to give him a brand new series. Ernest is incredibly annoying to me so fingers crossed we see his evil persona more often than his human one.
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Dynamite Entertainment proudly presents an all-new Evil Ernie #1, written by Scott Lobdell and illustrated by Ariel Medel! Featuring two amazing covers: The King of the Undead -- Arthur Suydam and amazing superhero artist Brett (Titans) Booth!
After EARNEST GLECKMAN is mortally wounded, he discovers he must “pay down his new lease ...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Radiant Black #10 Dec 10, 2021
I knew it was coming at some point, in some way, but I definitely did not foresee this inner journey. The art work in this issue is weird and beautiful, and I love it. I'm ready to see wherever else this series takes us.
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Welcome to Existence. An unimaginable infinity beyond space and time.
Marshall is trapped there. But how? And why? Can he make it out?
And what is Catalyst?
Raging Rainbow reviewed Gunslinger Spawn #2 Dec 10, 2021
Gunslinger Spawn decided to take the action straight to 10 right out of the gate with this issue. And I'm definitely not mad at it. This series just might become one of my favorites if it keeps it up.
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Vampires. Guns. And Blood!!!
But whose blood will be spilled first?!? Gunslinger stumbles across a vicious vampire cult’s plot to kill Al Simmons…who Gunslinger needs alive if he is ever to return back to 1859.
Raging Rainbow reviewed DC vs. Vampires #2 Dec 10, 2021
The intrigue continues to ramp up with this second issue. We see Batman pull in the rest of the family while Green Arrow is still playing Lone Ranger. But I still want to know how he knows so much.
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The war for the very survival of the human race has begun! A mysterious new vampire lord has already put a plan in motion to conquer the Earth, and the first step is-destroy the Justice League! But the World’s Greatest Detective might be Earth’s last hope, and it’s time for the Bat-Family to hunt!
Raging Rainbow reviewed Flash #776 Dec 10, 2021
I can honestly say I only bothered to get this issue because it has Dr. Fate in it. It's a fun quick read that keeps the reader engaged in a very Dora The Explorer way.
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Doctor Fate arrives to whisk the Flash away to the IN-BETWEEN, a two-dimensional causeway filled with demonic forces. Now it’s up to YOU, the reader, to help the Scarlet Speedster make his way through the dangerous dimension toward his final destination and the beginning of a brand-new adventure!
Raging Rainbow reviewed Moon Knight #5 Dec 10, 2021
As we inch ever closer to the debut of the TV show I have been keeping up with the Moon Knight comics and they're...alright. I won't say there's anything groundbreaking in them, certainly not in this issue, but they are lighter, more standard comic fare. Something we need much more of in this day and age, so I'm happy to see it!
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Moon Knight’s hidden enemy is revealed — but revealed is not the same as caught, and he soon finds masks beneath masks as he hunts his way after his new nemesis. At the same time, Dr. Andrea Sterman pierces Moon Knight’s own mask and, for the first time, gets some honest answers.
Raging Rainbow reviewed Batman: Reptilian #6 Dec 10, 2021
We have here the end of a series I was unsure of at the start. Now that is over, I can definitively say I'm glad I read it. I know others had their own issues with it, but I absolutely found the story to be entertaining beginning to end.
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Batman and Killer Croc face off against Croc’s murderous offspring in a finale that has to be seen to be believed. The World’s Greatest Detective closes the world’s strangest case in the final issue of Garth Ennis and Liam Sharp’s twisted tale.
Raging Rainbow reviewed King Spawn #4 Dec 10, 2021
The story is heating up even more as the stakes appear to be raised even higher in this issue. There's still some mystery as far as who the true enemy is here, but I'm enjoying the ride. Here's hoping the payoff is satisfying.
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Spawn locates Kincaid and the two finally face off. But was that his plan the entire time? Meanwhile, Jessica and Medieval continue their globe-trotting hunt for superpowered terrorists!
Raging Rainbow reviewed Robins #1 Dec 10, 2021
We have here the beginning of the story that won DC's Round Robin contest. I could already tell when I read the synopsis that this story would have a measurable amount of cringe to it. And I was right.
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The five heroes to have donned the Robin cape and mask find themselves at a crossroads in their lives. Dick Grayson, Jason Todd, Tim Drake, Stephanie Brown, and Damian Wayne come together to discuss the big thing that binds them together: Was being Robin, and Batman’s sidekick, the best choice they could’ve made? But before they can get to the ...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Gun Honey #2 Nov 19, 2021
Gun Honey continues to get more interesting as the plot thickens. And that's not the only thing that thickened around here. There were a few things that happened here I didn't expect to see, but overall I'm excited to see what happens next issue!
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DEBUT SERIES FROM AWARD WINNING WRITER AND CO - FOUNDER
OF HARD CASE CRIME PUBLISHING CHARLES ARDAI.
When a gun smuggled into a high-security prison leads to the death of dozens and the escape of a brutal criminal, notorious weapons smuggler Joanna Tan is enlisted by the U.S. government: find the man she set loose and bring him down!
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Raging Rainbow reviewed Robin & Batman #1 Nov 19, 2021
We've seen stories of young Dick Grayson as he started his adventures with Batman before, but none like this honestly. The relationship between them in this book feels very genuine and I hope the series only continues to get better in its short 3 issue run.
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The legendary story of Batman and Robin has reached nearly mythic proportions: the crime-fighting Dynamic Duo, always one step ahead of the criminals they pursue and never meeting a case too big. This isn’t that story. This is the story of a young Dick Grayson, newly orphaned, struggling to find his way in a strange, difficult, dark new world…T...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Superman: Son of Kal-El #5 Nov 19, 2021
This is it, folks! The moment we've seen multiple media outlets hype up! Jon Kent finally kisses Jay and it is every bit as anticlimactic as I expected. Not only was there no build up to this in previous issues it even comes across as needlessly abrupt in this issue. Every single person who made this possible should be ashamed of themselves. If you try to defend this by saying "you're a baby or a more
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Faster than fate. As powerful as hope. Able to lift us all. For all his great power, Jon Kent can’t save everyone, but that won’t stop him from trying. How much can Earth’s new Superman do before this Man of Steel buckles? And when he does, who swoops in to save Superman?
I can almost see the tears emanating from the words on my screen. Seethe, ma'am. Seethe.
Jeez, I get it if people don't like the comic for what it is, but to attack people who can relate to the character is a little too far in my opinion
Raging Rainbow reviewed Orphan and the Five Beasts #3 Nov 13, 2021
Despite the long distance between these issues coming out, this series is still making me want to come back for more. I wasn't sure how, or if, James Stokoe could outdo the confrontation with the First Beast, but he definitely did it.
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After an insane battle with the first of the Beasts known as Thunderthighs, a brave warrior named Orphan Mo and her newfound mountain bandits move forward in their journey to take down the next boss.
Raging Rainbow reviewed Hellboy: The Bones of Giants #1 Nov 13, 2021
The start of an interesting story for Hellboy that will see him dealing with some Norse shenanigans. Not bad for a story that started out as a novel!
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When a startling discovery is made in Sweden, the B.P.R.D. sends Hellboy and Abe Sapien to investigate. What ensues is a wild adventure full of Norse legends, mythical creatures, and a threat that could bring not just Earth but the Nine Realms of Norse mythology to their knees.
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Raging Rainbow reviewed Dark Knights of Steel #1 Nov 13, 2021
Although he's doing a terrible job writing Jon Kent in the new Superman series, Tom Taylor decides to show us what kind of story he can write when he ISN'T chasing media attention. And, surprise surprise, it's actually pretty good. At least as far as first issues go. The real test will be to see how this whole saga plays out.
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An entire medieval world will be forever changed when a spaceship crash-lands from a doomed planet. Monarchs will die, kingdoms will rise, and what seemed the end of the world for many…was only the beginning! An epic high-fantasy story set in a DC Universe where nothing is what it seems… From worldwide bestselling writer Tom Taylor (DCeased, S...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Batman: Reptilian #5 Nov 13, 2021
When I first started reading this series I felt a sense of certainty I would regret it in some way. I was right...kinda. But definitely not in a way I ever expected.
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After following a trail of carnage, Batman has finally come face-to-face with the reptilian that's been menacing Gotham’s underworld. And this horrific creature only wants one thing: its mother. But who is its mother? Pick up this penultimate chapter to find out the impossible answer to that question!
Raging Rainbow reviewed Heathens #1 Nov 13, 2021
We have here the start of a new series that combines two of my favorite things: history and murder mystery. It's almost like someone tried to create a Suicide Squad of infamous figures from actual history. I'm into it!
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When evil men and women escape from the depths of the eternal abyss, the Pirate Queen Lady Shih is sent to retrieve them. But when one of history's most notorious killers breaks free, even she needs help. Enter the Heathens: Shih, Lucky Luciano, Bumpy Johnson, Sofia the Golden Hand, and Billy the Kid. From Hell they came to mete out a justice as da...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Sheena: Queen of the Jungle #1 Nov 13, 2021
I don't normally enjoy many stories that have a jungle setting, not for any particular reason it just doesn't excite me much, but this one has my attention. Yes, for that reason, but also because the story has a nice set up and I love a good mystery.
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The Queen of the Jungle Returns! Featuring an all-star creative team and the most amazing roster of cover artists this side of the jungle!
The thrilling adventure combines the classic elements of the legendary character along with a modern sensibility that will make it the perfect debut for fans new and old! And lookit those covers: Linsne...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Radiant Black #9 Nov 13, 2021
Marshall has to confront a harsh truth in this issue as he has to say goodbye to his best friend. Or DOES he...?
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Time passes. Slowly, Lockport recovers. But faced with a city that no longer wants him around and still reeling from unimaginable loss, Marshall has to ask: is it already time to leave town for good?
Raging Rainbow reviewed Task Force Z #1 Nov 13, 2021
We see that Amanda Waller and her ilk needed to step up their game from using convicted criminals as disposable soldiers as they've decided to throw zombie criminals at their problems instead.
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In life, they’ve terrorized the people of Gotham. Now, they are Gotham’s last hope. Task Force X saw villains working their way to freedom. Task Force Z will see dead villains working for a new chance at life! On A-DAY, the attack on Arkham Asylum left hundreds of Gotham’s most cunning and deranged criminals dead…now, a mysterious benefact...
Raging Rainbow reviewed DC vs. Vampires #1 Nov 13, 2021
This comic had some moments that I found a little surprising but I'm happy to see them really going there with it.
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The Justice League has long protected Earth from all manner of foreign and alien invaders over the years, always keeping a vigilant eye to the skies for the next threat. But what if the threat was already walking the Earth…hiding in plain sight…watching…waiting for their moment to strike… In the tradition of DCeased comes a terrifying new s...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Superman: Son of Kal-El #4 Nov 13, 2021
We continue with the modern gay romance, minus the romance, in this story as we see Jon and Jay continue to get closer. If they're going to end up together it would be nice to see them actually show some amount of attraction for each other. Or does Tom Taylor think gay people only try to date their friends?
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Kal-El has left, and the weight of the world now rests on his son's shoulders. Powerful forces have been threatened by Jon Kent's first leaps in his father's boots. It's hard to hurt a man of steel, but his loved ones make a much easier target.Jon's world is about to come crashing down.
Raging Rainbow reviewed Icon & Rocket: Season One #3 Oct 2, 2021
There are not many books coming from DC right now that I can say I legitimately get excited to read, but this is one of them. The dynamics between Icon and Rocket is balanced so well and the story itself is engrossing. Can't wait to see what happens next!
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Everyone on Earth-and beyond-wants them dead! Icon thought he was the only extraterrestrial left on Earth…but unfortunately for him, and for Rocket, he was very, very wrong! A terrifying enemy he believed long dead is hot on their trail…and to make matters worse, his foe now works for the CIA!
Raging Rainbow reviewed Batman: Reptilian #4 Oct 1, 2021
When I began this series I figured at some point Garth Ennis's writing might start to bother me as it so often does. However, I'm delighted to find myself enjoying it more and more with each issue. There may still be room for him to err, but so far the story has been great. Looking forward to a satisfying conclusion fingers crossed!
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The monster-revealed! Trailing behind the mysterious reptilian menace savaging Gotham, Batman hits the streets hard searching for answers but finds only more questions. The Dark Knight takes his search beneath the streets and into the sewers to seek out Killer Croc. But when he finds the reptilian rogue, he quickly realizes that this may be the st...
Raging Rainbow reviewed The Death of Doctor Strange #1 Sep 29, 2021
In the grand tradition of killing off characters to drum up interest we have here the beginning of Doctor Strange's death event. Now, we all know death doesn't really ever stick in comics (ask the X-Men) but this mini event still feels unnecessary. I'll see where it goes because it's one of my favorite characters, but I'm not holding my breath for innovation here.
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DEATH COMES FOR THE SORCERER SUPREME!
Doctor Stephen Strange is the world's greatest neurosurgeon and Earth's Sorcerer Supreme. He defends our planet from the supernatural and interdimensional threats no other hero is equipped to handle. But what would happen if he unexpectedly died? Who would protect Earth and keep the mystical evils at bay? A...
Raging Rainbow reviewed Impossible Jones #1 Sep 29, 2021
Another day, another comic proving that DC and Marvel have lost their monopoly on great superhero stories. This book has all the elements I love most in a comic: action, an interesting story, nuanced characters and a delightful level of humor. I hope to see this series go for several years!
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Explosive first issue! The grin gritty origin of comics' newest sensation! A thief gets powers, is mistaken for a superhero... and runs with it! With no intention of giving up her criminal ways, mind you! (With these powers? You crazy?!) All she has todo is fool all of the people all of the time! It's not impossible - it's Impossible ...
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