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“Constantine: The Hellblazer” #1 Breathes New Life Into The Character [Review]

By Alice W. Castle | Jun 11, 2015 | Reviews

So, John Constantine walks into a tailors, completely naked except for his socks and covered in blood and says… Written by Ming Doyle & James Tynion IV Illustrated by Riley Rossmo The dark adventures of DC’s foremost occult detective continue in an all-new series as he investigates the cruelest case he’s ever come across—his own […]

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The Boys Are Back In Town: “All-Star Section 8” #1 [Review]

By James Johnston | Jun 11, 2015 | Reviews

The greatest superhero team from the greatest comic book of all time make their return to DC Comics in this emotional tour de force. But should this super-team have stayed in the Cauldron? Find out in our review below! Mild spoilers ahead! Written by Garth Ennis Illustrated by John McCrea The greatest super heroes of […]

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“Can’t We Talk about Something More Pleasant?” by Roz Chast [2015 Eisner Nominee]

By Paul Lai | Jun 11, 2015 | Reviews

This week, we are offering reflections on the six nominees for the 2015 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work, while contemplating larger questions of the variety of ways comics can uniquely crystallize reality for readers. Written and Illustrated by Roz Chast Published by Bloomsbury, Color, 240 pages. In her first memoir, Roz Chast brings her […]

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A New Task Force Takes Form in “Detective Comics” #41 [Review]

By Jess Camacho | Jun 11, 2015 | Reviews

The Harvey Bullock ongoing…I mean, “Detective Comics” makes its return this week with the new Batman and the task force that works along side him. This is a great place to jump into the series and if you’re still on the fence, read on for our spoiler free review. Written by Brian Buccellato and Francis […]

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Pick of the Week: Farel Dalrymple Creates an Experience with “It Will All Hurt” [Review]

By Matthew Garcia | Jun 11, 2015 | Reviews

Making its jump from online to print, Farel Dalrymple’s “It Will All Hurt” is a bizarre, trippy, sometimes goofy, sometimes disturbing post-apocalyptic fantasy adventure. Those who have read Dalrymple’s 2014 graphic novel, “The Wrenches,” should know what’s in store for them. Everyone else: get ready for an experience. Written and Illustrated by Farel Dalrymple “It […]

“Dragon’s Breath and Other True Stories” by MariNaomi [2015 Eisner Nominee]

By Paul Lai | Jun 10, 2015 | Reviews

This week, we are offering reflections on the six nominees for the 2015 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work, while contemplating larger questions of the variety of ways comics can uniquely crystallize reality for readers. Written and Illustrated by MariNaomi Published by Uncivilized Books, softcover, B&W, 382 pages. In this collection of raw, emotionally honest […]

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“Hazardous Tales: Treaties, Trenches, Mud, and Blood” by Nathan Hale [2015 Eisner Nominee]

By Paul Lai | Jun 10, 2015 | Reviews

This week, we are offering reflections on the six nominees for the 2015 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work, while contemplating larger questions of the variety of ways comics can uniquely crystallize reality for readers. Written and Illustrated by Nathan Hale Amulet Books, Hardcover, Two-color Illustrations, 128 pages World War I set the tone for […]

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“To End All Wars: The Graphic Anthology of the First World War” edited by Jonathan Clode and John Stuart Clark [2015 Eisner Nominee]

By Paul Lai | Jun 9, 2015 | Reviews

This week, we are offering reflections on the six nominees for the 2015 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work, while contemplating larger questions of the variety of ways comics can uniquely crystallize reality for readers. Edited by Jonathan Clode and John Stuart Clark Published by Soaring Penguin Press, hardcover, B&W, 330 pages An omnibus of […]

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“El Deafo” by Cece Bell [2015 Eisner Nominee]

By Paul Lai | Jun 9, 2015 | Reviews

This week, we are offering reflections on the six nominees for the 2015 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work, while contemplating larger questions of the variety of ways comics can uniquely crystallize reality for readers. Written and Drawn by Cece Bell Published by Amulet Books, Color, 240 pages. Going to school and making new friends […]

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20 Thoughts on “Dash” #1 & 2 [Review]

By Matthew Garcia | Jun 9, 2015 | Reviews

Taking a page from the hardboiled detective genre, “Dash” includes an out detective, Egyptian lore, lovers’ quarrels, mysterious artifacts, and a spree of homicides. Dave Ebersole and Delia Grace work together to bring out a fun and thrilling romp through an old-school Los Angeles. Written by Dave Ebersole Illustrated by Delia Grace Los Angeles, 1940: Private […]

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Wrapping Wednesday: Micro Reviews for the Week of 6/3/15

By Multiversity Staff | Jun 8, 2015 | Reviews

There is a lot to cover on Wednesdays. We should know, as collectively, we read an insane amount of comics. Even with a large review staff, it’s hard to get to everything. With that in mind, we’re back with Wrapping Wednesday, where we look at some of the books we missed in what was another […]

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“Hip Hop Family Tree” Vol. 2 by Ed Piskor [2015 Eisner Nominee]

By Paul Lai | Jun 8, 2015 | Reviews

This week, we are offering reflections on the six nominees for the 2015 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work, while contemplating larger questions of the variety of ways comics can uniquely crystallize reality for readers. Written and Illustrated by Ed Piskor Published by Fantagraphics Books, Softcover, Color, 112 pages. The second installment of this acclaimed […]

Relentless Energy Never Subsides in “Midnighter” #1 [Review]

By Keith Dooley | Jun 5, 2015 | Reviews

“Midnighter” #1 introduces us to a hero who is comfortable in his skin despite the danger and violence that constantly surrounds him. Midnighter thrives off of the world’s energy and the reader empathizes with him through Steve Orlando’s excellent script, Aco’s dynamic art, and Romulo Fajardo, Jr.’s colors that burst with an aura simultaneously imbued […]

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Jorge Corona Brings it Home in “Feathers” #6 [Review]

By Matthew Garcia | Jun 5, 2015 | Reviews

Month after month, Jorge Corona, along with his colorist, Jen Hickman, has been turning in one of the most enjoyable and intriguing all-ages creator-owned series on the stands. Archaia, an imprint of Boom! Studios, already sports an incredibly well-stocked back catalogue of material, and now, with “Feathers” #6, the conclusion of the series, I think […]

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The Alpha of “The Omega Men” [Review]

By Brian Salvatore | Jun 4, 2015 | Reviews

After an incredibly gripping 8-page “Divergence” preview last month, expectations were high for “The Omega Men.” Does the book follow through on them? Find out in our spoiler-free review. Written by Tom King Illustrated by Barnaby Bagenda The Omega Men are back in an all-new series! They’ve murdered White Lantern Kyle Rayner and now, the […]

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Rob Liefeld Gets Biblical in “The Covenant” #1 [Review]

By James Johnston | Jun 4, 2015 | Reviews

The Old Testament is a treasure trove of crazy stories waiting to be retold. And Rob Liefeld and Matt Horak do just that in “The Covenant” #1. Check out our review below and watch out for mild spoilers! Written by Rob Liefeld Illustrated by Matt Horak In ancient times there was no weapon more devastating […]

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The End of An Era in “Archie” #666 [Review]

By Jess Camacho | Jun 4, 2015 | Reviews

With an ominous number, the long running series “Archie” ends in a meta, but sweet, way that takes us down memory lane. Read on for our review, but be warned, there are spoilers. Written by Tom DeFalco Illustrated Tim Kennedy, Pat Kennedy, Fernando Ruiz and Dan Parent On the eve of the game-changing Archie #1, […]

“Bizarro” #1 Brings A Lot Of Humour, But Not Much Else [Review]

By Alice W. Castle | Jun 4, 2015 | Reviews

This no am new page for DC! This am same as always. This no am breath of stale air! Me am no refreshed by change of pace! DC am putting out same old stuff and me sick of that! This am proof DC is stuck in mud. Don’t join us for our spoiler filled review […]

Pick of the Week: “Batman Beyond” #1 Takes us to the Future, Tim, But Not As We Know It [Review]

By Stephenson Ardern-Sodje | Jun 4, 2015 | Reviews

In the wake of “Convergence” DC launch a whole new roster of books, including a blast from the past (and presence from the future) in “Batman Beyond” #1. Written by Dan Jurgens Illustrated by Bernard Chang At last, Batman Beyond gets his own ongoing series in THE definitive future of the DCU! But this isn’t the Beyond you […]

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“Beast Wagon” #1 Goes Where “Animal Farm” Never Could [Review]

By James Johnston | Jun 3, 2015 | Reviews

Zoos have always been pretty gross, what with the animal poop and enslavement of living creatures for the entertainment of the masses. In “Beast Wagon” #1, Owen Michael Johnson and John Pearson delve into that horrid system with some interesting results. Check out our spoiler-free review below! Written by Owen Michael Johnson Illustrated by John […]

Mignolaversity: Baltimore: The Cult of the Red King #2 [Review]

By Mark Tweedale | Jun 3, 2015 | Reviews

The more I read of this series, the more nervous I get. Doom is brewing… Written by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden Illustrated by Peter Bergting Colors by Dave Stewart Lettering by Clem Robins Lord Baltimore’s search for the Red King continues, but an ancient evil that threatens the world has its grip on Baltimore’s […]

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