DC's next animated project, an adaptation of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's wonderful ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, now has it's official DVD/Blu-ray cover, as revealed today in the press release for the DVD. If this cover looks familiar to you, that's because it absolutely should. It's a very nice cover, although not neccesarily one of the moments I would have picked to recreate for the cover (the Absolute edition picked a great scene).

The press release is also interesting. It is revealed that the movie comes with a sneak peek of the next DC animated film, Green Lantern: Emerald Knights. On top of that, there are several interviews with Grant Morrison, which to me points in the right direction. I haven't been a huge fan of DC's Animated film adaptations as of late, but the film version of New Frontier was outstanding and I've got my fingers crossed for a repeat of that. Morrison himself said that the film is fairly faithful and is very entertaining, and while I can't imagine that the movie will capture the same heart that the comic did (at least due to time limiations), I can only hope Morrison is correct. If nothing else, the DVD seems that it'll be worth it for the extras alone.

You can find the official press release after the jump.

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On the heels of "Chuck" getting picked up for another 11 episodes in season four (total of 24!) and industry pundits theorizing that the show may even get a fifth season given its consistent (albeit low) ratings, things are looking up for fans. With "Chuck Versus the Leftovers," we're given our last episode until after the holiday season. How does it match up against the rest of the mostly great fourth season?

Find out after the jump.

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Mark Millar created quite a bit of buzz when he said that he'd be announcing something yesterday, and little old me assumed that giving London it's first ever massive comic book convention was that announcement. Apparently not! The news is actually that Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons (whose name you might know because of a mildly popular indie book called "The Watch Men" or something like that) are working together on a comic, and I can only assume that this will be the last of the mentioned Millarworld titles.

However, according to everyone's favorite Bleeding Cool, this isn't really "news." In fact, this news is what started Bleeding Cool a little over a year ago. So while it is arguably big news, it isn't necessarily news news now aside from the fact that Millar has now announced that they are working on it.

Given Millar's output lately, though, I can only guess what this comic'll be about. Nemesis + Superior + Kick-Ass = Adjectiveman? One thing's for certain: it's going to get a movie deal before you even blink. There - you blinked, and now this has a movie deal.

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Yesterday we gave you the Superman XXX trailer from Axel Braun. Today, we give you the Wonder Woman XXX trailer not from Axel Braun. Apparently we just love sharing porn with you.

Either way, this trailer is arguably MORE hilarious than the Superman one due to a) a clearly smaller budget and b) clearly "better" acting. Then again, for a character whose own company doesn't know what to do with her, I'm not really surprised a porn company doesn't have much better of a clue.

Regardless - lulz will ensue.

Another week, and another episode of AMC's The Walking Dead hit the airwaves with the intent to melt faces...and melt faces it did. This week, we've got not one but TWO of Multiversity's best and brightest, the ineffable Walter Richardson and myself, to run down their thoughts on the episode.

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Dark Horse has released solicit information for the new BPRD mini-series in connection with the current Hell On Earth storyline. The new book will be called "Gods" and features a brand new character named Fenix. But who is she? And why does she hate Texas?

Writer: Mike Mignola, John Arcudi
Artist: Guy Davis
Colorist: Dave Stewart
Cover Artist: Ryan Sook

As Texas goes to Hell, a group of homeless outcasts--led by a young woman who appears to have second sight--evade volcanic eruptions, mass hysteria, and man--eating monsters. When the B.P.R.D. take notice of this, the results turn out to be deadly.
Written by Mike Mignola and John Arcudi, and drawn by Eisner award winning artist Guy Davis, B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth--Gods is the first arc of the pivotal Gods and Monsters saga.

A B.P.R.D. arc unlike any other, jumping around in time, and introducing important new characters!

Publication Date: January 12, 2011
Format: FC, 32 pages
Price: $3.50

Take a look behind the cut for some more images as provided by Dark Horse, and be on the lookout for the new book in January.

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Kapow! Comic Con Trailer from kapowcomiccon on Vimeo.

It was rumored that Millar had a big announcement for Monday, and it was also rumored that it would be a new creator owned book (as he is supposedly working on three new Millarworld titles not including Kick-Ass and we've only seen two). However, it turns out it's something bigger: Kapow!, the UK's first official big scaled Comic Convention.

This is actually pretty amazing. Fans over on the other side of the pond have certainly had their fair share of comic conventions, but when Mark Millar puts his name on something he usually goes all out with it. Having just launched CLiNT, a brand new comic magazine, Millar is now looking to bring the SDCC to the UK audience.

As of now, some of the creators attending will be (deep breaths here) Dave Gibbons, Frank Quitely, Leinil Francis Yu, Andy Diggle, Jock, Steve Dillon, Duncan Fregredo, Kevin O'Niel, Adi Granov, Pat Mills, Paul Cornell, David Hine, Brendan McCarthy, Simon Furman, John Romita, Jr., David Lloyd, Olivier Coipel, Kieron Gillen, Bryan Hitch, John McCrea and more. Marvel and DC will also be in attendance, which is a huge step in the right direction to getting a con off the ground. While smaller cons certainly thrive, it's the ones where the big two show up that really help to pull in fans (as I've noticed).

For more information, check the official website where you can already purchase tickets. Take that, SDCC!

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Just like he did with Batman, Axel Braun is putting his spin on Superman in an "oh so sexy" way. The trailer features some impressive (for porn) as Superman saves a plane that's about to go down. I can only imagine what's going to go down after that.

You don't get much from this, but I can guarantee you a few things: it'll be hilarious, and people will have sex in it.

Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark, the most expensive musical in the history of musicals, launched a preview showing last night - and apparently had quite a bad showing. At least, that's what the multiple reports of the show are saying. Apparently show was called to a halt five times during the showing as the various high flying elements of the show screwed up, leading to apparent 45 minute intermissions. This caused such frustration that at one point an audience member got up and started screaming ""I don’t know how everyone else feels, but I feel like a guinea pig today -- I feel like it’s a dress rehearsal."

The New York Times also interviewed several members of the audience after the show, which was met with mostly negative responses, stating that the show didn't make much sense, the plot was muddy, and that they would not be recommending it. However, one six year old thought it was quite exciting, so it looks like a target audience was revealed.

On the plus side, New York Mayor J Jonah Jameson couldn't be more thrilled.

(source and source via source)

It's been a very long and very odd road, but Image has finally revealed what their crazy teaser campaign is: it's a new book called Butcher Baker The Righteous Maker. The book will be written by Joe Casey (the Man of Action responsible for Godland) and Mike Huddleston (The Homeland Directive), and will be $2.99 (hooray!).

The cover is a nice close u of everyone's favorite male section - the stomach! This explains the "bb" element of the Image teasers, both as a double for "belt buckle" and Butch Baker.

Of course, the plus side of Image's crazy teaser campaign is that now I and the other MC members are rather interested in picking up this crazy looking book. Add to the fact that it's Joe Casey, and you have sold me on the first issue. While we don't know much about the story or anything surrounding it, we'll let you know more as we get the information.

SO IT BEGINS.

Welcome Guys and Dolls to Into the Fancave, a brand new column here on Multiversity. The concept here is simple: I've spent the last few years thinking pretty deeply about the sociological side of comics and I realized that I learn the most about the whos, whats, whens, wheres, whys and hows of the comics community by simply talking to the fans themselves (AKA YOU.) Simply put: if you love comics, I want to hear about it. A few weeks back we put out a call for interested interviewees and received an overwhelming response. Up to bat in this inaugural edition is Zach Stewart from Utah. Zach and I spoke last week about his history with the medium, some fond childhood memories and the importance of Wednesday evenings in his life. Clickity click below and enter Zach's fancave!

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Written by Rick Remender
Illustrated by Jerome Opena

X-Force’s mission has gone horribly wrong and the return of Apocalypse is nigh! The team has been scattered across the Blue Area of the Moon and EVA has been terribly wounded at the hands of the Last Horsemen. This could be the end of X-Force and they haven’t even completed their first mission!

Uncanny X-Force #1 from Rick Remender and Jerome Opena was one of the best books of the last month and earned a ton of love from this site as a whole.

Find out more after the jump.

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Written by Scott Snyder
Illustrated by Jock and Francesco Francavilla

Up-and-coming writer Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and acclaimed artist Jock (THE LOSERS) make their debut as the new ONGOING creative team of DETECTIVE COMICS!

In "The Black Mirror" part 1 of 3, a series of brutal murders pushes Batman's detective skills to the limit and forces him to confront one of Gotham City's oldest evils.

Plus, in the start of a COMMISSIONER GORDON second feature also written by Scott Snyder, when a figure from the past returns to Gotham, Jim Gordon must face some of his darkest demons. Featuring; Art by Francesco Francavilla (GARRISON).

To say that I am excited about Scott Snyder taking over Detective Comics is the understatement of the year...I am beyond excited. Snyder quickly turned into one of my favorite up-and-coming comic writing talents with his work on American Vampire, and based off interviews his Detective work with Dick Grayson was going to be something to behold. Plus, incredible art from Jock and a Jim Gordon back-up with Francesco Francavilla on art? How could this be bad?

Find out what I thought of this debut issue after the jump.

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This is a comic book website. Friday Recommendation is a staple article of the website, and one that I strive to make sure is updated on a weekly basis so that you, the reader, can have something to take with you as the "work week" ends.

However, despite this being a comic website, this is a music recommendation. That might seem a tad screwy at first, but the connections are there - lead singer Gerard Way is an avid comic fan and writer of the book Umbrella Academy, and his brother Mikey also write a Scarecrow short story in a DCU Halloween Anthology. On top of that, Danger Days is slated to become a comic book itself (last I saw it was rumored that Becky Cloonan was doing art?), and Grant Morrison has been an active part of the band's rather lush music videos.

So with that in mind, if you're looking for a good new CD to grab and listen to on all those drives you'll be making this weekend, check behind the cut. This is a good one (and you can trust me on this as well - I have a college degree in audio engineering, so I wouldn't lie to you).

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"Black Friday" is the biggest shopping of the day, and if you're willing to brave insane crowds and incredibly early mornings (here's a hint...I'm not), you can get a lot of savings out of the deal. DC, not wanting to miss out on an opportunity, is having a big sale across their digital presence via ComiXology.

"Blackest Friday" will be lasting until Friday evening at midnight EST, and the deal is this: any part of Blackest Night, any tie-in, any issue of the event comic, will be sold for just $.99. These issues will be coming down from a $1.99 or $2.99 price point (depending on the issue, of course), and it's a deeply discounted deal that shouldn't be missed of those who missed the event OR those who are just huge fans. Check it out before it's too late.

(Via ComicsAlliance)

Written by Brian Michael Bendis
Illustrated by David Lafuente, Sara Pichelli, Joelle Jones, Jamie McKelvie, Skottie Young (plus a ton in the back-up)

Not only is this officially the Ultimate Spider-Man 150th issue anniversary, but it is also the 10 year anniversary of the birth of the Ultimate Marvel universe!! Can you believe it?? We can't either! To celebrate, Eisner award-winning series writer Brian Michael Bendis has created this triple size extravaganza and gathered together a stellar lineup of amazing artists!! A reunion of the greatest artists of not only this historic book but of the the entire line of Ultimate Comics. Poor Peter Parker has made such a mess of his life as Spider-Man that the other super heroes are forced to gather together and decide once and for all what to do with the young wall crawler. Guest starring the New Ultimates, the Storm Siblings, Ben Grimm, Iceman, Kitty Pryde and a slew of surprise stars! Also includes reprinting of Ultimate Spider-Man Super Special #1 featuring an all-star artist line-up!

The flagship book of the Ultimate Universe celebrates a major anniversary at 150 issues this week, and it does so with Bendis doing what he does and a slew of artists joining him to make it all pretty like.

Find out what I thought after the jump.

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Written by Zack Whedon
Illustrated by Andy MacDonald

The future of humanity seems more uncertain than ever as Kyle and Ben are forced to battle an entirely new Terminator threat alongside a very pregnant Sarah Connor! It's the blowout conclusion to Zack Whedon and Andy MacDonald's inspired reimagining of the original Terminator saga!

Whedon and MacDonald have definitively made Terminator 100% cool again. However, this issue comes with a shocking twist as the mini draws to a close. What, pray tell, could this twist could be? And how well does the mini wrap up? Take a look behind the cut for the answers to these questions and more.

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Written by JT Krul
Illustrated by Diogenes Neves

Green Arrow infiltrates Queen Industries to confront the Queen head-on. What shocking revelations will she reveal – and why is she wearing his mother's ring? The answer may drive Ollie over the edge – again! And what lurks in the shadows that may spell the Emerald Archer's doom?

I'm a fan of Green Arrow, but I won't lie - this issue is the very definition of "make or break" when it comes to following a title. It's actually the only issue I didn't pre-order. So as I grabbed this off the shelf instead of a pull and took it home to read the "end" of the first arc, did Green Arrow remain in my buy pile? Find out after the cut.

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Written by JT Krul
Illustrated by Nicola Scott

Heads up, Teen Titans! There's a new hero in town, and while Damian might not want to join you, he's more than happy to lead you! There should always be a Robin on the team, but if Damian is their only available option, maybe they'll pass on having a Boy Wonder. Hopefully he'll be able to help against the terrible menace of the rising villain, Headcase!

As a regular detractor of his work elsewhere in the DCU (see: various reviews of the Rise of Arsenal and Blackest Night: Titans), I actually found myself quite enjoying his first issue of his take on the Teen Titans. Yesterday found me with a new issue (and a gorgeous Frank Quitely variant at that), so what's the verdict two issues in? Check behind the cut for my thoughts.

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Written by Jim Zubkavich
Illustrated by Edwin Huang
& Misty Coats

"ONE THOUSAND OPAS AND A DEAD BODY," Part Three
A pilfered poison pabulum has pickled pieces of our protagonist's paunch while portentous poetic prophecies proudly parade apace, parlaying a perilous paradigm. Paraphrasing: SKULLKICKERS is a particularly perfect packaged pamphlet of plucky pulp worth every precious penny in perpetuity. Purchase!

Man this book is fun! Not all comics need to be loaded down with gritty, eye popping violence or vague, semi-meaningful symbolism or blah blah *insert things hipsters like about comics.” Sometimes a book can just be light hearted, silly and have “making the reader smile” as a goal in and of itself. Skullkickers is one of those books, and despite picking it up mostly on a whim based entirely on the idea that “if Image is investing in a new property, it must be good”, I’ve really been enjoying myself. Clickity click to find out what I thought of the newest issue!

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On this Thanksgiving eve, I bet no Multiversity staffer will be thankful for universally affordable comics, since those are about as real as Santa Claus (but not the Chanukah Zombie...he's totally real.) Check out what our merry bunch would pick if given only a crisp twenty dollar bill to spend this week!

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Apparently leaked from an upcoming issue of Green Lantern, the above image is our first look at Parallax since our first kinda look at Parallax. This past issue of Green Lantern featured a bit in it by Geoff Johns talking about the new movie with a nice photo attached of Hector Hammond, so it makes sense that we'll see Parallax too in the upcoming issue. Thanks to the power of the internet, you don't have to wait that long!

It actually looks pretty darn good, if you ask me. It definitely has the space bug part down well. It'll be interesting to see how the creature features in the film, and what course of action it's influence will play on Hal and Sinestro, respectively.

(source via source)

We figure it might help to let you guys know what's coming out this week in comics, so welcome to our weekly feature! Our reviews come out tomorrow, so be sure to look over this list to get a preview of what we may or may not be reviewing tomorrow. We've added all of our own personal recommendations into this list as well, so be on the look out for bolded asterisks. Whenever you see one of those, it means we think you should be reading it. So keep your eyes open!

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This week on "Chuck," our hero has been captured and the rest of Team Bartowski are desperate to find their wayward favorite. Sarah goes rogue, Casey gets locked up, and Morgan gets a gun as the team heads to Thailand. Lots of ridiculousness ensues.

How was it? Find out after the jump.

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It's that time of year again! News will be slow this week, but that doesn't mean we won't have some good and entertaining original content for you!

In honor of the holiday, we present to you a special Thanksgiving Day Special for Multiversity Comics Countdown. All of Multiversity's staff has weighed in this week to bring you two different links: the top 5 groups we would have Thanksgiving with, and the top 5 we wouldn't! It's an eclectic mix, and everyone at MC different answers. Fortunately, some overlapped, and it's with that that we present to you our lists.

Click behind the cut to see who we want to eat turkey with!

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No, this isn't the spinoff of Planet Hulk and World War Hulk starring Skaar! Nor is it the book starring his twin! This is a very funny video starring the Comic Troupe Rat Pageant!



I bet this isn't what Greg Pak had in mind...

For more information, check out Rat Pageant.

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Written by Mark Waid
Illustrated by Chad Hardin

STAN’S BACK! THE PUBLISHING EVENT OF THE YEAR! Stan Lee, the most colossal force in the history of comics, teams up with BOOM! Studios to deliver a brand new line of superhero comics! The great innovator of our industry brings his inimitable talents back to the direct market in an explosive line of comics that nobody is prepared for! In this second ongoing series, THE TRAVELER, Stan teams up with critically acclaimed writer Mark Waid (IRREDEEMABLE, KINGDOM COME) and fan-favorite artist Chad Hardin (AGE OF HEROES, AMAZING SPIDER-MAN) to bring you a man out of time! The mysterious hero known only as the Traveler battles the forces of evil in a time-bending thriller that finds all of history and the future hanging in the balance! Rewrite history this November with Stan Lee and BOOM! Studios. Featuring covers by fan-favorite artists Scott Clark (LEGION OF SUPERHEROES), Chad Hardin (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), and Joe Benitez (SUPERMAN/BATMAN).

Soldier Zero marked the first of MC's new battle style reviews. We thought it was only appropriate to continue the tradition with the next in BOOM! Studio's Stan Lee books. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a text version of Multiversity's Spoiler Alert as Matt and Mocle discuss the ups and downs of The Traveler.

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If you're interested in making the Internet angry, start a rumor about "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" being restarted without Joss Whedon. If you want to make it violently angry, actually do so.

That's what Warner Bros. did today, as they announced they are going to go-ahead and reboot the franchise with no ties to the original Kristy Swanson starring flick or the beloved TV series Whedon created and Sarah Michelle Gellar starred in. The production team includes newcomer Whit Anderson and Dark Knight producer Charles Roven, but no Whedon to be seen.

If you want something with a cult following to be a success with that audience, you have to give them what they want. Warner Bros.? They did the exact opposite. Fear the wrath of "Buffy" fans Warner Bros., as currently both "Joss" and "Whedon" are trending on Twitter (curiously enough, "Joss Whedon" is not) due to fan vitriol. We'll see how this goes for them, or how this affects the current comics. See the reaction of Whedon here.

The new "Buffy" is set to launch in late 2011 or 2012.

For those literature fans out there, Marvel is bringing another literary favorite to the world of comics, as novelist Nancy Butler and Multiversity favorite Janet K. Lee are set to adapt Jane Austen's "Emma." While this isn't a book that most comic fans would look to buy, the talent of the two creators and the sheer beauty Lee will likely bring to the table may be too much for this reader to pass up even at $3.99 (just like I find the "Oz" books so difficult to pass up).

This book is coming in March from Marvel.

(Via Marvel)

For those that aren't reading it, IDW's "Locke & Key" from Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez is an outstanding book. Its blend of horror and just remarkably solid comic book storytelling has earned it a lot of fans, and now it is being developed into a TV show for Fox with a pilot coming in the near future.

Details are starting to come out today, and it looks like one of the leads and director are now for all intents and purposes set.

Miranda Otto of Lord of the Rings fame (she played Eowyn) is set to play the Matriarch of the Locke family, Nina. Her role is a potentially juicy one, but I'm most intrigued by the casting of the kid roles. Still, it's a good start.

The director, if negotiations go well, will be Mark Romanek of Never Let You Go fame (the 2010 drama that earned stellar reviews and stars new Spider-Man Andrew Garfield). Most well known for his dynamic and exciting ads, Romanek is a director on the rise who could turn this show into a visual powerhouse.

It's a nice start, and I can't wait to see more details.

(Via Bleeding Cool)

On the final part of our video podcast 4 Color News and Brews, Brandon and David talk about two big books from Marvel in Avengers #7 and X-Men #5. The adjectiveless books of the two biggest franchises Marvel has brought big moments all over the place, as well as a lot of debate over quality by our two hosts. The first book comes to you from Brian Michael Bendis and John Romita, Jr. and the second book comes from Victor Gischler and Paco Medina, and are both worth a buy.

Check out our thoughts below.


If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, shoot us an email at 4color@multiversitycomics.com and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube page.

Part three of our video podcast 4 Color News and Brews is here, as Brandon and David have a santamazing (your drinking word of the week) discussing more awesome comics and drinking more tasty beers.

Things get heated in this edition, as we talk The Flash #6 from Geoff Johns and Francis Manapul and Thunderbolts #150 from Jeff Parker and Kev Walker. The heated nature comes up when Brandon gets riled up talking about Parker and his history with Marvel, and it's a sight to be seen. Check it out below (it's toward the end of the video).


If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, shoot us an email at 4color@multiversitycomics.com and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube page.

On the second part of this week's santamazing (our drinking word of the week) episode of 4 Color News and Brews, Brandon and David talk about two big Marvel books that came out last week: X-Factor #211 and Osborn #1.

The first book is written by Peter David and illustrated by Emanuela Lupacchino and continues X-Factor's adventures in Vegas, while the second book is brought to us by Kelly Sue DeConnick and Emma Rios, with a back-up from Warren Ellis and Jamie McKelvie. One long-time favorite of the show, one potential new favorite. Check out what we thought below.


If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, shoot us an email at 4color@multiversitycomics.com and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube page.

4 Color News and Brews is back, with a new logo, a ton of big books to review AND the return of the word of the week. For those that don't remember, 4 Color News and Brews comes ready made with its own drinking game, and this one is particularly intense: if we say "Santamazing" you have to finish your drink. No big deal.

Brandon and David in this video take viewers through reviews of two Grant Morrison Batman books: Batman: The Return and Batman Incorporated. The first book kicks off the brand new direction for all of the Batman books and features art from industry giant David Finch, while the second book launches a new ongoing about Bruce Wayne developing Batmen across the world and features art from Yanick Paquette.


Two big books. Lots of beer drinking (Avery Maharaja Imperial IPA and Deschutes Hop Trip Pale Ale are the drinks of choice this week) and talking from our hosts. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, shoot us an email at 4color@multiversitycomics.com and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube page.

We here at Multiversity (and by we, I mean I) are plotting a brand new, sociology-based column about comics and the folks that read them. The catch? We need YOU, the readers, to help us out with it.

How often do you really, truly think about the comics you read? How often do you reflect on your buying or storage habits? What do comics really mean to you? All of these questions and more will be asked, so if you think you have answers the world needs to know, drop me a line at josh[at]multiversitycomics.com to set up an interview!

With the fourth episode of The Walking Dead, we get what is arguably the most anticipated episode yet: Robert Kirkman's episode. The creator of the Walking Dead comes in to write not only his first episode, but his first ever teleplay. Expectations are high, and there are certainly things that anyone used to Kirkman's writing in the comic would assume would happen.

So - with the stakes certainly as high as they're going to get for the show until the finale, how did Kirkman do in his episode of the Walking Dead? Find out my thoughts after the cut.

As a note, spoilers are discussed.

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Written by: Mike Mignola
Illustrated by: Richard Corben

Eisner Award-winning horror masters Mike Mignola and Richard Corben present this bloodcurdling double--feature comic with Hellboy entering two very different, but very deadly, houses--a carnivorous home and a pagan temple, both hungry for human sacrifices.

Anytime the names "Mignola" and "Corben" are on the front cover of a comic, I'm buying it. That's a fact. Does this issue live up to the awesome of this year's "Hellboy in Mexico?"

Find out after the jump.

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This week on David's Got You Covered, our look at the top covers of the week, we have a pretty light week. I try to keep this list to 5, but this week only found 4 covers that stood out to me as a reader and as a fan of covers. They are all fine examples of the art of the cover though, and you can find out what my choices are after the jump.

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WRITTEN BY: Nick Spencer
ILLUSTRATED BY: Joe Eisma

With one of their own in danger, the rest of the Glories come together secretly and hatch a plan to rescue her—and escape from the sinister clutches of the Academy together! The teacher versus student showdown starts here!

Issue #4 of Morning Glories is an interesting one. It continues its Runaways meets LOST yarn, with what seems like a pivotal issue. The children are making their move against the tyrannical teachers in this mysterious school. What did I think of it? Check the cut!

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WRITTEN BY: Mark Millar
ILLUSTRATED BY: Leinil Francis Yu

Who is—what is—SUPERIOR? And what the hell is he doing breaking into Jonah’s room in the middle of the night? Superior’s just a guy from comics and movies, anyway, so what did this tights-wearing maniac done to Ollie, Jonah’s wheelchair-bound best friend? But as Superior shows off his powers, Jonah learns that things aren’t all they seem. MARK MILLAR (KICK-ASS, NEMESIS, OLD MAN LOGAN) and his ULTIMATE AVENGERS 2 collaborator LEINIL FRANCIS YU (SECRET INVASION, NEW AVENGERS, ULTIMATE WOLVERINE VS. HULK) continue to bring us a new age of superhero comics!

Mark Millar’s love letter to Superman continues! Superior #2 hit the shelves this week and I couldn’t resist getting my thoughts on the to page for you. What did I think? Well, you’ll just have to click the cut to find out!

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Written by Greg Pak
Illustrated by R.B. Silva

In the year 2061, Sprout Computers releases the iEye, a pair of glasses that allow you to effortlessly record, edit, and add special effects to anything you see -- and instantly share it with the world. It's all of the insane potential of digital media and social networking at the speed of thought, and three film grads named BUDDY, DAVE, and JANE have embraced the new dream. But now the other shoe's about to drop... Don't miss the second issue of "Planet Hulk" writer Greg Pak's insane new sci fi story, gloriously pencilled by up-and-coming superstar R.B. Silva ("Jimmy Olsen").

The first issue of this entirely free new mini-series from Greg Pak and R.B. Silva (amongst others) was glowingly reviewed by our site. Now, the second issue is up and it's my turn to review.

Find out what I think after the jump.

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My Chemical Romance's new album comes out next week (expect a review from yours truly!), but before you get it and listen to it, check out the above video for "SING." The video once again features Grant Morrison as his evil villain character, Korse. As he reveals in an interview at Hero Complex:

Korse is an exterminator for the S/C/A/R/E/C/R/O/W unit of Better Living Industries. His extensive back story has yet to be revealed but he’s intimately connected with the Killjoys and their secret history. He’s a remorseless human bloodhound, a hunter who dresses like an undead, post-apocalyptic Doc Holliday.

This does help a couple things make more sense, such as what "S/C/A/R/E/C/R/O/W/" is. Of course, by the time you finish the video, you'll be wondering, "Wait... this is the fourth track! This can't possibly be this song's story, can it?" Given the lyrics and the track placement, I would imagine not. It also doesn't exactly connect with the other music video for "Na na na," but that's ok. To be honest, MCR make a good video. Plus: Grant Morrison vs. Gerard Way! Two men enter...

The new album comes out next week. Don't forget to order your uber expensive exclusive California 2019 Edition exclusively at MCR's site.

Written by: J. Michael Straczynski
Illustrated by: Eddy Barrows

The “Grounded” storyline continues right here as Superman visits Mt. Prospect - a suburb just southeast of Chicago. In this issue, Superman discovers that there is a darkness even more immense than outer space… One buried deep inside the human heart!

J. Michael Straczynski’s run on Superman continues, with a stop near Chicago. With such an ambiguous cover, you’re not EXACTLY sure what’s going on. Who hit this kid? Are there bullies? Is it his parents? Who knows! Just check the review after the cut to find out!

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Written by: Jeff Parker
Illustrated by: Kevin Walker

Iron Man, Thor and the original Captain America guest-star in this 96-page 150th blow-out issue! First, in the 40-page lead story, The Thunderbolts reach their milestone as loudly as possible, when the golden figures of the Marvel Universe come to their gray world--none other than the Armored Avenger, the God of Thunder and the Super-Soldier! Thor has come to hold court with one of his people held in the women's wing of The Raft, and when his fellow Avengers join him, things go to a realm no one expected! Iron Man comes face-to-face with Ghost, the man who almost killed him, and Steve Rogers confronts the man who did kill him, Crossbones!

I read the first issue of Jeff Parker's post-Siege Thunderbolts and enjoyed it, but for some reason I stopped there. Have I been making a big mistake? The only way to find out is to follow the cut.

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Courtesy of Rich Johnston of Bleeding Cool fame/infamy (who in turn received it from comic art superstar Jock), we have our first look at Karl Urban as Judge Dredd, everyone's favorite lawman. After seeing Red (and the various other movies he has done well in) I'm sure that I'm not the only one who thinks Urban will do an exceptional job as Dredd. Expect to see the film in 3D at some point in 2012, and keep coming to Multiversity Comics for more news on Dredd.

As far as reading goes, I've had a rocky reading relationship with Rick Remender. I'm unsure why: he's an absolutely great guy (we chatted with him at NYCC), and his comics tend to be a lot of fun (see: Black Heart Billy). However, once he got to Marvel, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a bit offput by Franken-Castle. That and the kitten killing stuff in Punisher, but that's because I'm the world's biggest fan of cats.

However, outside of Marvel, Remender has been writing a science fiction series that is so good, it makes things like killing kittens (no, I can't let that stuff go apparently) not so much a big deal. In fact, between this comic and the first issue of Uncanny X-Force, I'd say I'm pretty much willing to read anything with Rick Remender's name on it. That's how good it is. And that comic? Fear Agent.

All cat comments and somewhat humorous anecdote aside, check behind the cut for some news about a book you should've been reading five years ago.

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Written by: Kelly Sue DeConnick (back-up by Warren Ellis)
Illustrated by: Emma Rios (back-up by Jamie McKelvie)

The world's most dangerous felon is in the world's top supermax-security prison -- an institution so secret even the vice president doesn't know it exists. But can any cell contain Norman Osborn? After the events of SIEGE, the former Green Goblin, Iron Patriot and power-mad director of worldwide security isn't allowed to have a toothbrush...and he's surrounded by the deadliest criminals in the world. Lucky for Osborn, they're fans. Rising stars Kelly Sue DeConnick (SIF) and Emma Rios (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN) throw Osborn in the darkest hole the public's never seen! Featuring an all-new bonus story written by Warren Ellis (THUNDERBOLTS)!

This is it - this is my instinct book of the year. For some reason, I've been expecting greatness from this book ever since it was announced. Did it live up to my personal hype?

Find out after the jump.

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As pointed out by Sean Collins of Robot 6 via Corey Blake, Mark Millar's best comic ever is seeing print in 2011. That's right: Trouble is making it's way to shelves in hardcover!

If you haven't read this comic, then you are probably unsure of what you're missing. In 2003, Marvel revived the Epic imprint with the idea that it could a) revamp Spider-Man's origin with Mark Millar and b) create a succesfull romance/young adult comic. What we got was Trouble (pun intended), a comic by Mark Millar with art by the Dodsons (Terry and Rachel), starring two young girls who go on vacation to work at a hotel (similar to the plot of Dirty Dancing) where they meet two young boys and sparks fly. Of course, that's just the tip of that iceberg.

The reason fans have such a reaction to Trouble is two big things. The first is that the covers of the single issues, based on the content inside, was borderline inappropriate - especially since the story revolved around the legally termed "statutory rape" (i.e. when one participant of a specific act is below the age required to legally consent to the behavior, or 18 years of age). I mean, just take a look here to the right at that cover. Does that strike you as something appropriate for a comic book with adult content geared towards young adults? Granted, we all know that kids are going to have sex if they want to, but that certainly didn't help the case of the comic which promoted rather rampant promiscuity. However, the second thing (and oddly enough, the bigger thing) was that the characters in question were actually Peter Parker's parents as well as his aunt and uncle, and the big twist of the story is that Peter is actually Aunt May's child.

Needless to say, the fan reaction wasn't positive. I won't even begin to get into the continuity/timeline errors presented by this story.

However, what I will say is that if you want to read it, the good news is that it'll be out June 28th, 2011! You can pre-order right here! The other good news is that if you DO want to read a good young adult revamp of Spider-Man's origin, there is always Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane.

Written by: Geoff Johns
Illustrated by: Francis Manapul

BRIGHTEST DAY dashes on with the stunning conclusion of “The Dastardly Deaths of the Rogues!” With Barry caught between the Rogues and the Renegades, the resurrected Captain Boomerang’s role in the adventure is revealed! You won’t believe how this leads to the upcoming FLASHPOINT…

The first arc of the relaunch of The Flash wraps up with this issue, as Barry Allen squares against a ton of enemies and is challenged in an unexpected way.

Does it succeed at wrapping up the arc and as an individual issue? Find out after the jump.

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Written by: Geoff Johns
Illustrated by: Doug Mahnke

BRIGHTEST DAY blazes on as the New Guardians seeking the Indigo Entity are shocked to discover a sedated Black Hand. Can Hal Jordan trust the Indigo Tribe to house the herald of Nekron?

Unfortunately this book and The Flash have been put on the back burner while Geoff Johns focuses on Brightest Day, but both books tend to be worth the wait. This issue continues to flesh out the various lantern entities, something that fans have been curious about since the introduction of the different corps. Follow the cut to see if Johns still has the emerald touch.

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Word on the street is that career asshole and Rescue Me star Dennis Leary is in final talks to portray Captain George Stacy, father of Gwen Stacy, in the upcoming Spider-Man film reboot. Once he dots his I's and crosses his T's on this one, he'll join the (rumored) Sally Field and (confirmed) Martin Sheen on the already impressive adult half of the cast. Despite having one of the most recognizable Boston accents in the industry, Leary sure gave us a convincing New York Firefighter performance in Rescue Me, so the jump to the fictional NYPD shouldn't be much of a stretch. On top of that, his work on the Ice Age franchise proves that he can do "family friendly" fairly well. Frankly, a slightly more gruff and foul mouthed Captain Stacy could turn out to be a great fit!

Written by: Brian Wood
Illustrated by: Riccardo Burchielli

In the middle of all the blood, all the burned churches, all the scorched land, all the fouled water, all the dead bodies, all the stinking battlefields, all the smoky skies, all the hate and pain and anger and prejudice, Erik and Ingrid encounter a moment of such pure and shining happiness that it overwhelms them entirely. Is it too late for redemption? "Metal" concludes here!

This is my first time ever attempting to review Northlanders. I am a big Brian Wood fan, but I find Northlanders the hardest of his books to discuss because it's not as straightforward as his other comics. Check out my thoughts on the latest issue behind the cut.

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Written by: Paul Levitz
Illustrated by: Yildiray Cinar & Francis Portela

The first strike of Durlan assassins arrives on Earth! Their goal: kill the United Planets leadership as revenge for R.J. Brande's death…while posing as Science Police officers!

I’ll be blunt; I was a pretty late adopter of this book. If it weren’t for a 50% off sale at my LCBS I probably would not have ever gotten around to trying it out, however once I did I went and got myself completely caught up right after last issue hit the stands. While there are plenty of team books out there, this one has a very real charm to it that is undeniable. I suspect the reason for that charm is the sheer love Paul Levitz has for these characters. He did, after all, make his name in comics working on them back in the day and his return to them has been one of the most anticipated reunions of creator to character in a good long while. While some of the last few issues have been lots-o-talky and less punchy punch, it’s nice to see widescreen futuristic brawls that this issue gives us.

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Written by: Brian Michael Bendis
Illustrated by: John Romita Jr.

I AM AN AVENGER! Plus: another chapter in the oral history of the Avengers!

I'm normally a fan of Brian Michael Bendis, but if you have been visiting Multiversity for a while then you know that I've been very tentative towards his new adjective-less Avengers since the start. Was the beginning of this new arc the issue to finally sell the series to me? Find out after the cut.

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NBC has released this thirty second teaser for their upcoming Heroes replacement television show, The Cape. Featuring Keith David and Summer Glau, the show stars David Lyons as "Vince Faraday, an honest cop on a corrupt police force, who finds himself framed for a series of murders and presumed dead. He is forced into hiding, leaving behind his wife, Dana (Jennifer Ferrin, "Life on Mars") and son, Trip (Ryan Wynott, "Flash Forward"). Fueled by a desire to reunite with his family and to battle the criminal forces that have overtaken Palm City, Faraday becomes "The Cape" his son's favorite comic book superhero -- and takes the law into his own hands."

What gets me about this is this is the first time I've seen on NBC or ABC an actual super hero, cape and all. Heroes was a rather notorious tease, and has Smallville put Superman's cape on him yet? No? Ok. So this show has the full get up as well as special "super hero effects", such as the magic cape with the magic smoke that is definitely not Batman. Snarky comments aside, this could be pretty entertaining all things considered.

The show will air as a two-hour pilot in January. Look for a review from us around the same time.

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Written by: Jeff Parker
Illustrated by: Gabriel Hardman and Mark Robinson

SCORCHED EARTH, PART III: The oceans will boil! Red goes into deeply unfamiliar territory to stop the next contingency, and the best ally for the mission is Namor, King of Atlantis! Take a dangerous doomsday scenario and insert two of the most powerful overbearing egos on Earth and... what could go wrong? MEANWHILE...in the Pacific, A-Bomb finds out where giant monsters go after they've been driven out, and finds...MORE giant monsters!!

We've all jumped on the collective Jeff Paker bandwagon with Thunderbolts, but we're still all pretty sour on the Rulk. Three issues in, and how is Parker cutting it with the character everyone loves to hate? Find out my thoughts after the jump.

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