Bendis writes another strong installment of the brilliant All-New X-Men series, yet this issue isn't the best by far. With relatively iffy artwork by Immonen, this issue doesn't look as good as it has or indeed should. Immonen excels at the Jean-Kitty conversation though, which is a fantastic scene and is the highlight of the book, and one of the highlights of the series so far. Other scenes are a bit off though- do we really need to see another Mystique robbery? A solid issue, but by no means the best.

All-New X-Men #12 is a very good comic book, with a large amount of touching moments. Bendis' script is near-perfect, providing a good interaction between the Uncanny Avengers and the All-New X-Men, albeit for some mischaracterisation for Rogue (based on her appearance in Uncanny Avengers). The book's art is top-notch, with Immonen really pulling out his A-Game here, and to top it all off, there are some really touching scenes with Havok and Cyclops (making the cover quite misleading). The Mystique storyline finally seems to be going somewhere, and this issue is a very strong installment of a very strong series.

All New X-Men #15 is a wonderfully fun comic book, reflected in both Lafuente's art mixed with Bendis' witty dialogue.

Avengers Arena #8 is a shining example of why I love this book so much. It's script is able to cover a large cast, with nobody featured in book feeling like they are there as a background character. Hopeless successfully looks into the psyche of X-23, with my only criticism being that he could've spent more time in her mind. Nonetheless, Hopeless wonderfully pulls off several twists and surprises, which is one of the reasons why this series has so much promise. Walker's art continues to be fantastic, and all in all, Avengers Arena #8 is a must buy for fans of the series.

Avengers Arena #10 continues on from the last issue well, with Hopeless' script being well-crafted and allowing the reader to feel sympathy for the character's plight. This issue shows again how the series is about the characters, not the deaths, and Hopeless does a wonderful job at playing with your emotions here. Burchielli's art is generally good, yet some facial expressions are odd, which brings the score down somewhat.

Hawkeye #10 successfully introduces a new villain with a crisp and engaging script that leaves you wanting to turn the page as quickly as possible, but rendering you unable as you process what you've just read. Fraction continues to excel with Hawkeye, and Francavilla's pencils supplement the tone of the series splendidly.

This issue is simply amazing- clever and innovative. You really can't say much more than that!

Simply put, this is a great, fun, lighthearted comic book. Hawkeye with villains. Spencer's writing and Lieber's art lead to a wonderful story full of heart. Flawless.

Fearless Defenders #5 has a good plot and it is great to see so many strong female characters leading a book. Bunn shows us more of the story here, and links back to the first issue very well indeed. Sliney's art is improving, yet still sometimes does leave the reader wondering whether or not his style is suitable for an all-female book. Bunn also tries his best to give every woman a bit of dialogue, which does fall flat at times. Nonetheless, this remains a good issue.

Uncanny Avengers #7 is a solid addition to the title. Remender does a great job in furthering plot lines from the first 6 issues, such as the Red Skull's anti-mutant agenda, The amenity between Rogue and Scarlet Witch, the mystery surrounding Jarnbjorn and the Apocalypse Twins, while incorporating new ones,with Havok and Wasp. Additionally, the character interactions feel natural, like the X-Men as an Avengers squad- that is to say, a lot of arguing. Acuna's art is stellar in this issue, yet does have some odd choices which leaves the reader puzzled as to where various body parts went. Rogue's new mission also appears to conflict with Magneto's choices in Uncanny X-Men, but this isn't something that will weigh down the average reader. Uncanny Avengers #7 is a good read and a great continuation of a wonderful story Remender is crafting.

Remender has crafted a beautiful story with the help of Gerry Duggan, which explores the origins of the Apocalypse Twins, shedding light on their ultimate goal and their link to Kang. Kubert splendidly does the artwork here, with every panel being believable for the dystopian world that they are in.

Uncanny X-Men #5 sheds a good deal of light on Magik, and certainly furthers her character. Bendis has a good voice for the character, enabling the reader to believe the fear Magik feels while still letting us believe it is the mutant we least expect to be scared. Bendis continues to have a good hold on Cyclops and the new mutants, particularly Eva, who has a 2 panel scene which steals the show. Angel's addition here poses a lot of questions as to why he's joined the Cyclops division of X-Men, but this is sure to be answered in the next All-New X-Men. However, a lot of the first half of the book takes place in a flashback, so we have seen a lot of it, which does make the issue seem somewhat shorter. Unfortunately, Irving's art is hit and miss. This is down to the odd take he has on the school, and many of the character's faces look plain weird at times, and this is often distracting. Nonetheless, Irving excels at the Limbo scenes in a way Bachelo never could, which is a strong sign if

This is certainly a good comic from Bendis and Irving, with a well crafted script and generally good art from Irving. However, it does falter occasionally in both points- the dialogue seem off somewhat, and Irving's art is sometimes off putting. Nonetheless, Irving does excel in the Limbo areas, and Uncanny X-Men continues to shin.

X-Men #1 is certainly a great comic book, and a lot of that comes down to Coipel's wonderful art that makes each page look fantastic. It's easy to find yourself just looking at the amazing artwork without realising the fact that there's a story! Wood has put together a script that is assumes that the reader will know the basic situation the X-Men are currently in at the Jean Grey School, and that's good- his story benefits from this, spending more time building up the basic premise. However, the characterisation of some of the characters seems off somewhat (for example, Kitty's new found obsession with saying "omg". Nonetheless, this is a brilliant start to what should hopefully be another brilliant X-Men series.