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Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.: 1955—Secret-Nature (cover) Reviews
Mignolaversity: “Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.: 1955—Secret Nature”

By and | Aug 9, 2017 | Reviews

Chris Roberson kicks off “Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.: 1955” with artist Shawn Martinbrough in “Secret Nature,” a story that fuses the best of classic “Hellboy” and “B.P.R.D.” Written by Mike Mignola and Chris Roberson Illustrated by Shawn Martinbrough Colored by Dave Stewart Lettered by Clem Robins A missing group of teens in Oregon’s backwoods leads […]

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“An Entity Observes All Things”

By | Aug 9, 2017 | Reviews

“An Entity Observes All Things” from Box Brown and Retrofit Comics is both funny and heartbreaking, carving out a troubling, gelatinous future. Written and illustrated by Box Brown Stories of science fiction and mental exploration from Box Brown, New York Times-bestselling author of Andre the Giant: Life and Legend. Lizard aliens! New Physics! Electromages! Wastelands! […]

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“Dead of Winter” #1

By | Aug 4, 2017 | Reviews

The popular tabletop game, Dead of Winter, gets a comic book adaptation from Eisner-nominated writer Kyle Starks and Eisner winning artist Gabo, and it’s a surprisingly warm story about the snow-filled zombie apocalypse. Read on for our review, which contains minor spoilers Written by Kyle Starks Illustrated and Colored by Gabriel ‘Gabo’ Bautista Lettered by […]

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“Black Bolt” #4

By | Aug 4, 2017 | Reviews

In darkness, the Midnight King questions his life. Once again given the freedom to speak, he allows another to fill the silence, for that is what he is most comfortable with. He listens to the crusher, for that is what good men do. For he is a good man . . . isn’t he? Written […]

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“Elsewhere” #1

By | Aug 4, 2017 | Reviews

With a strong female lead character and otherworldly artwork, “Elsewhere” reimagines the disappearance of America’s most famous female pilot like never before. Written by Jay Faerber Illustrated by Sumeyye Kesgin Colored by Ron Riley Lettered by Thomas Mauer Mysteriously transported to a strange new world filled with flying beasts and alien civilizations, Amelia desperately struggles […]

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“Spiritus” #1

By | Aug 4, 2017 | Reviews

As Vault Comics continues pumping out new books, how will this one fare? Read on for our review, which contains some spoilers. Written by Tim Daniel Illustrated and Colored by Michael Kennedy Lettered by Lauren Norby A champion fighter convicted of murder, Kinju Dayal faces automated confinement: The transfer of her consciousness into a state […]

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“Darth Vader” #4

By | Aug 4, 2017 | Reviews

Charles Soule has taken Darth Vader back to the early days of his tenure as lord of the Sith, and through it has giving us a character starting to embrace how evil he can be. While the last issue saw him defeated at the hands of the most badass Jedi exile I’ve ever seen, this […]

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“Ghost Station Zero” #1

By | Aug 3, 2017 | Reviews

Antony Johnston and Shari Chankhamma’s platinum blonde Bond-shell re-ups and reloads for this latest Codename: Baboushka mission. Is the Russian super-spy back with love, with a vengeance, or with something else entirely? Ghost Station Zero #1 Written by Antony Johnston Illustrated by Shari Chankhamma Lettered by Simon Bowland FROM THE CREATOR OF ATOMIC BLONDE – […]

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“Mech Cadet Yu” #1

By | Aug 3, 2017 | Reviews

The creators of Amadeus Cho are back with a story of giant robots, human kindness, kaiju monsters, and more. It’s Neon Genesis Evangelion but without all the depression and Judeo-Christian symbolism. Written by Greg Pak Illustrated by Takeshi Miyazawa Colored by Triona Farrell Lettered by Simon Bowland Once a year, giant robots from outer space […]

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“Sex Criminals” #20

By | Aug 3, 2017 | Reviews

As it turns out, Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky are really good at making comics. They’re good within their respective purview, but when they come together, they are one of the heaviest hitting duos in the industry. Matt writes pretty words. Chip draws spectacular images. But good comics aren’t just images next to words, they’re […]

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“Robotech” #1

By | Aug 3, 2017 | Reviews

With no pre-existing knowledge or relationship with the franchise, the full creative team has a lot of work to do easing me into the nature of the franchise in “Robotech” #1. The idea of a futuristic military teamed with a cadre of space-faring robots is enticing and I can’t wait to see what kind of […]

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Pick of the Week: “Turok” #1

By | Aug 3, 2017 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

The classic Gold Key character, Turok the Dinosaur Hunter, has been through the wringer in his publication history. Having been rebooted over and over again at different publishers, Turok now finds himself in the middle of a Dynamite Comics overhaul, with a new jumping on point and creative team. Can they find the winning formula […]

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Feature: The Legend of Korra: Turf Wars (Part 1) Reviews
“The Legend of Korra: Turf Wars” Part 1

By and | Aug 1, 2017 | Reviews

“The Legend of Korra” continues in comic form from Dark Horse Comics. The transition from TV to comic is especially smooth here, thanks to co-creator Michael Dante DiMartino on writing duties and artist Irene Koh’s exceptional grasp on the characters. Created by Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino Written by Michael Dante DiMartino Illustrated by […]

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“Superman: Secret Identity”

By | Aug 1, 2017 | Reviews

Clark Kent from Picketsville, Kansas isn’t faster than a speeding bullet nor is he more powerful than a locomotive. In fact, outside of the name, he’s just your average kid. Until, one day, he realises he has the same powers as his namesake. In “Superman: Secret Identity,” Kurt Busiek, Stuart Immonen and Todd Klein created […]

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“Flash” #27

By | Jul 28, 2017 | Reviews

As one of the longest-running superhero comics (sorry), The Flash has had to grow and change with the times. From Barry Allen’s earliest days as a hero defending the world from the excesses of super-science to the gritty 90s, the Flash’s adventures have been as versatile as any superhero comic. That’s what makes the latest […]

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Black Panther #16 Featured Reviews
“Black Panther” #16

By | Jul 28, 2017 | Reviews

The over-repetition of dialogue aside, “Black Panther” #16 is a fun representation of the eponymous character and his team, demonstrating a variety of sides to working as both a king and a superhero in Wakanda. Written by Ta-Nehisi Coates Illustrated by Chris Sprouse Colored by Laura Martin and Andrew Crossley Lettered by VC’s Joe Sabino […]

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“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles/Usagi Yojimbo” #1

By | Jul 28, 2017 | Reviews

Rejoice! Two powerhouses of indie comics have reunited to bring us action! Swordfighting! And lots and lots of terrifying faces. We’re in for quite the ride. Written, Illustrated, and Lettered by Stan Sakai Colored by Tom Luth The TMNT are teleported to a world of talking animals—the world of Usagi Yojimbo! When the samurai rabbit […]

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