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Helena Crash 1 Featured Reviews
“Helena Crash” #1

By | Mar 23, 2017 | Reviews

Fabian Rangel Jr. teams up with Warwick Johnson-Cadwell for the energetic “Helena Crash” from IDW. Read on for our spoiler free review. Written by Fabian Rangel Jr. Illustrated by Warwick Johnson-Cadwell Lettered by Nic J. Shaw From writer Fabian Rangel Jr (Space Riders) and artist Warwick Johnson-Cadwell (Tank Girl) comes a new pulse pounding, caffeine […]

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Wrinkles OGN featured Reviews
“Wrinkles”

By | Mar 21, 2017 | Reviews

It took nearly 10 years for Paco Roca’s album, “Wrinkles,” to be translated into English, and several more after that for it to make it Stateside. And this was following a film adaptation in 2011. Demonstrating their consistently sharp sense for finding interesting comic stories, Fantagraphics brought the story over in 2016 in a handsome […]

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Metabaron Book 2 Feature Reviews
“The Metabaron: Book Two”

By | Mar 20, 2017 | Reviews

Alejandro Jodorowsky’s ‘Jodoverse’ has been a juggernaut in the comics industry for over three decades, starting with his seminal collaboration with Moebius, “The Incal.” Recently, however, Jodorowsky has been continuing the story for fan favourite character, The Metabaron, in his aptly named “The Metabaron” series. Book One debuted to widespread acclaim, but can the next […]

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Feature: Nightlights Reviews
“Nightlights”

By | Mar 20, 2017 | Reviews

“Nightlights,” Lorena Alvarez’s debut title from Nobrow initially slipped under my radar. It’s not from the usual comics publishers I follow, and it’s a children’s book. I’m glad I caught it though, because it truly is enchanting. Written and Illustrated by Lorena Alvarez Every night, tiny lights appear out of the darkness in Sandy’s bedroom. […]

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Green Arrow 19 Cover Reviews
“Green Arrow” #19

By | Mar 17, 2017 | Reviews

With this issue of “Green Arrow,” the creators shows two stories, side-by-side, that succinctly examine the relationship between Oliver Queen, the Green Arrow, and his former sidekick, Roy Harper, who has moved from his alias as Speedy to that of Arsenal. In doing so, he examines both characters and their failings, showing that no matter […]

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Vampirella 1 Featured Reviews
“Vampirella” #1

By | Mar 17, 2017 | Reviews

Paul Cornell and Jimmy Broxton are getting the chance to build Vampirella from the ground up in a brand new ongoing series. With the character having been asleep for over a thousand years and waking up as a mostly blank slate, how will the creative team redefine the hero in a brand new culture? Will […]

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Riverdale Ongoing #1 Featured Reviews
Advance Review: “Riverdale” #1

By | Mar 17, 2017 | Reviews

An adaptation of an adaptation isn’t a new thing by any stretch, especially in comics, but how does the world of Archie and friends feel when it’s refracted through the lens of a TV show, and one that’s a gritty reboot at that? Read on for our spoiler-free review. Written by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Will Ewing, […]

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“Coady and the Creepies” #1

By | Mar 17, 2017 | Reviews

BOOM! Box’s new series, “Coady and the Creepies,” kicks off here. Is it another fun and creative addition to the imprint, or would it have been better left off the publishing slate? Read on to find out, but beware of mild spoilers. Written by Liz Prince Illustrated by Amanda Kirk Colored by Hannah Fisher Lettered […]

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Wild Storm #2 Featured Image Reviews
“The Wild Storm” #2

By | Mar 17, 2017 | Reviews

For a series that includes the words “wild” and “storm” in the title, this issue operates with a surprising level of restraint. Those looking for flash can look elsewhere. Here, Ellis and Davis-Hunt craft the methodical next steps in their universal reload – next steps taut with all the mounting tension of a thunderhead building […]

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Amazing Spider-Man 25 Featured Reviews
“The Amazing Spider-Man” #25

By | Mar 16, 2017 | Reviews

Marvel brings us the 25th-issue anniversary celebration of “Amazing Spider-Man” with a giant-size issue packed with content. But is any of it worth the $9.99 price tag? Read on for our review, which may contain minor spoilers. Written by Dan Slott, Christos Gage, Jacob Chabot, James Asmus, Hannah Blumenreich, Cale Atkinson. Illustrated by Stuart Immonen, Todd […]

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“Batwoman” #1

By | Mar 16, 2017 | Reviews

Kate Kane is back, and badder than ever. Things were looking shaky for her for a moment: a fan-favorite character since her inception, editorial differences during the New 52 run of “Batwoman” cast an unfortunate shadow over the character. Since the beginning of ‘Rebirth,’ Batwoman’s role has changed drastically, making her more of a team […]

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“Angel City” #6

By | Mar 16, 2017 | Reviews

“Angel City” comes to a close with as much of a bang as you could have wanted. Read on for our spoiler free of the series finale. Written by Janet Harvey Illustrated by Megan Levens and Nick Filardi In the thrilling conclusion, Dolores and Joe must fight their way out of a tight corner, and […]

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American Gods #1 Featured Image Reviews
“American Gods” #1

By | Mar 16, 2017 | Reviews

Do you believe? While the world is waiting for Bryan Fuller’s adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s epic novel to land on Starz, Dark Horse has beaten them to the punch with this comic book adaptation by P. Craig Russell and Scott Hampton. Will this comic outshine the upcoming TV adaptation? Unfortunately, it’s not likely. Read on […]

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Pick Of The Week: “Head Lopper” #5

By | Mar 16, 2017 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Andrew MacLean’s “Head Lopper” finally returns with its second story arc: ‘Head Lopper and the Crimson Tower’, published in the same quarterly format, ensuring you’re getting maximum content for your dollar. Mike Spicer has been replaced by critically-acclaimed and Eisner Award-winning colorist, Jordie Bellaire, another aspect to be excited about. But does Andrew MacLean’s followup have […]

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Black Cloud #1 Featured Image Reviews
Advance Review: “Black Cloud” #1

By | Mar 15, 2017 | Reviews

Jason Latour, Ivan Brandon, and Greg Hinkle introduce us to a refugee from a strange world trying to make ends meet in our own (Minor spoilers follow below.) Written by Jason Latour and Ivan Brandon Illustrated by Greg Hinkle Zelda was born in a world of dreams, and hers burned bigger than anyone had ever […]

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Eleanor & the Egret #1 Featured Reviews
Advance Review: “Eleanor and the Egret” #1

By | Mar 14, 2017 | Reviews

When a creator has a substantial body of work, readers tend to presume that everything new they do has to fit conveniently into that. When John Layman (“Chew,” “Detective Comics”) and Sam Kieth (“The Maxx,” “Batman: Secrets”) were announcing a new book, I (foolishly) had visions of a dark, gritty – though quite funny – […]

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Feature: The Blue Lotus Reviews
“The Blue Lotus”

By | Mar 14, 2017 | Reviews

Consider this part two of my last review, “Cigars of the Pharaoh.” By Hergé The tale unfolds in China, a place as yet unknown and mysterious to Tintin. It looks like our hero may have bitten off more than he can chew as he takes on the task of wiping out the international opium trade, […]

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Charmed 1 Featured Reviews
“Charmed” #1

By | Mar 10, 2017 | Reviews

I’ve often been a big fan of licensed comics. Sometimes you get to see the stories of other characters in the universe (“Star Wars”) or you see the continuation of a beloved series (“Buffy”). Sometimes the comics aren’t even that great, but your love for the source material makes them very meaningful (“Orphan Black”). With […]

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