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8.0
Batman (2016) #49

Jun 21, 2018

I thought this was a solid issue for Tom King. He really did a good job of characterizing both Catwoman and the Joker. I'll say up front that I liked this issue for a lot of the reason's I liked the "I am Suicide" arc, so if you didn't care for that, then this is a hard recommend. I would have rated this a tad higher, maybe a 8.5 or 9, but I really don't care for this art style. It is serviceable, but it looks off to me, as if I am looking at plastic statues of the characters, instead of hand drawn art.

8.5
Bloodborne #4

Jun 1, 2018

A nice conclusion to Ales Kot's arc. This issue would feel very lack luster if you just jumped in on #4, but it really does a great job of rounding out the story. There was a simplicity to the story that felt refreshing, a basic character arc shown through the eyes of a hunter. The art continues to do the Bloodborne name justice, and succeeds at bringing the world to life. I am excited to see where Bloodborne goes next.

9.5
Cable (2017) #154

Feb 23, 2018

This has been an excellent arc from Brisson/Malin. This issue wraps up the "Newer Mutants" story and it does not disappoint. Great action and tension bring the solid arc to a close. Brisson was able to tell a succinct and fun story in 5 issues that had great action. Malin has a retro 90's art style that compliments Cable so well. With a new creative team stepping in next, I can only hope they bring half of what Brisson/Malin did.

8.5
Cable (2017) #158

Jun 21, 2018

Very solid Cable issue. This arc has done a great job of keeping up the action/suspense while giving some good character moments throughout. Overall, very balanced and keeps you engaged. Look forward to the next issue, it is just a shame that it seems to be the last.

9.0
Coda #1

May 3, 2018

This is a solid first issue. The art is flat-out gorgeous and unique, which really helps play to the story's strengths. The writing can be a bit overbearing, but it is being used to set up an interesting story and world, so it all seems appropriate. Highly recommended for fans of fantasy, flawed protagonists, violent unicorns, post-apocalypses, or all of the above!

8.0
Green Lanterns #46

May 3, 2018

Tim Seeley has finally hit his stride with Green Lanterns #46. This series has had it's ups and downs, but this issue/arc has really set it apart. This is a wonderful story, that is doing some great character building with both Jessica and Simon, while being set in an eerily unique environment. When Tim Seeley is at his best, he can create a wonderfully crafted story that hooks you so much, that all other flaws in the book can easily be overlooked. This is exactly what is going on here. The plot can be a bit over explained and dialogue heavy, but with a story this interesting, all is forgiven. Do your thing, Tim Seeley.

6.5
Green Lanterns Annual #1

Jun 1, 2018

This was an okay story with okay art (sometimes great art, but there were some panels with less than flattering face work). With a $4.99 price tag, you really expect more out of a book. With this, you simply get more pages, so it is a situation of quantity over quality. The story is serviceable, and I do not mind that it is inconsequential to the main Green Lanterns storyline. This could have easily been edited down to a $2.99 one shot issue in the series, and that is my main problem with it.

9.0
Mech Cadet Yu #11

Aug 14, 2018

I have subbed to this series since issue #1. The series has had it's ups and downs, but I can safely say this was the best issue to date. The stakes felt real, and the emotions were high for the characters. The art has always been consistent, and there is no difference with this issue. The real draw is the way the characters are interacting with each other and their mechs. The mechs finally feel like their own characters and brings new life to the cast. I can't wait for the next issue to see how the series raps up.

8.0
Regression #7

Feb 23, 2018

Another solid entry for Regression. This issue gives a lot of exposition about the worlds mythos, so things finally start to take focus. With so many questions answered, and still feeling intrigued for the next issue, I can only say that this speaks to the strength of Cullen Bunn's writing.

9.0
Regression #9

May 1, 2018

This maybe my favorite comic series right now. This issue, again, expands the story as side characters begin to realize their importance to the plot. Sutter's past is also further elaborated on, and all the grotesque things he is capable of. It is very tough to get a genuine feelings of disgust from a comic book, but Regression #9 makes it seem easy. I can't wait for the next issue, and this one is highly recommended to all horror comic fans.

8.5
Ruin of Thieves #4

Aug 17, 2018

Wow, I had no idea this series was ending. Issue 1-3 were absolutely great, and it was the one comic I was on edge each month to wait for the next chapter. Issue 4 is a bit of a gut punch, because the quality still remained as with the last 3 issues, but it seems as though it was cancelled early. I feel there could have been many more issues in this series, and I certainly wish there were. Giving this issue a 8.5, just because of the end, though I would give the series as a whole a 9~9.5

5.0
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #16

Feb 1, 2018

You can tell Si Spurrier has taken the reigns on this issue, and it is not a good thing. The relationship building that is going on between Aphra and Magna is outright silly. It could have been handled well, but unfortunately, it is not. It seems like Spurrier is trying to cram 15 previous issues of no romantic relationships into 1 single issue. The dialogue is some of the worst I have ever seen. The only saving grace to this issue is the art, which is fairly decent. I hope Spurrier has gotten his silly dialogue out of his system and can write this character better in the future, but I really just want Gillen back for good.

2.5
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #17

Feb 23, 2018

6.5
The Last Siege #1

Jun 1, 2018

I was really looking forward to this series. Unfortunately, it was a bit of a letdown. There is a feeling that this is a desperate time in a desperate castle, but not enough of the story/writing was fleshed out to sink that in. The art was great, and certainly added to the overall mood. I think the concept has promise, but this first issue failed to hook me. I will continue on, but with skepticism.

9.0
Venom (2018) #1

Jun 1, 2018

What an issue. I was hesitant about diving back into a Venom book after the re-launch with Costa at the helm, but I felt Cates may right the ship. With a $4.99 price tag, you hope for a great story, and this book delivers. This is a dark story, one that I wasn't expecting, and one that leaves you wanting more. The dialogue by Costa is believable between the symbiote and Eddie, and it really highlights the struggle that they are both going through with this new threat. The art is wonderful, and is appropriate for the story being told. It is eerily dark, while also being very detailed. Top marks all around for Cates and Stegman, I can't wait for issue #2.

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