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Valiant (Re)visions: Bloodshot #1 [Review]

By David Harper and Chad Bowers | Jul 17, 2012 | Reviews

Last week saw the premiere of the third Valiant relaunch with Bloodshot #1, and that, of course, means David Harper and Chad Bowers are back with a brand new installment of Valiant (Re)visions. This all-new take on Bloodshot features a story by crime-novelist and former Birds of Prey writer Duane Sweirczynski with art by Manuel […]

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Review: Punk Rock Jesus #1

By Brian Salvatore | Jul 13, 2012 | Reviews

You don’t get much more of a provocative title than “Punk Rock Jesus.” When you mix in the IRA, genetic engineering, carbon dating, infanticide, reality television and international waters, you get a book that has almost limitless possibilities. When you add to that the artistic talent of Sean Murphy, inking his own pencils in stark […]

Review: Revival #1

By Gilbert Short | Jul 13, 2012 | Reviews

Ever wanted a different take on the dead rising from their grave? Well you have it in “Revival!” Is it a take worth reading? Find out here! Written by Tim Seeley Illustrated by Mike Norton For one day in rural central Wisconsin, the dead came back to life. Now it’s up to Officer Dana Cypress […]

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Review: Avenging Spider-Man #9

By Matthew Meylikhov | Jul 13, 2012 | Reviews

“Avenging Spider-Man” has often been a shining little example of how fun and how earnest a superhero comic can be, ranging from poignant little stories of what it means to be a hero to ones glorifying kittens. This book has got it all! Now Kelly Sue debuts the new Captain Marvel with the Dodsons in the […]

Review: Batman #11

By Brian Salvatore | Jul 13, 2012 | Reviews

Can a story have a satisfying conclusion from a subpar issue? Written by Scott Snyder Illustrated by Greg Capullo Back-Up Written by Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV Back-Up Illustrated by Rafael Albuquerque – The stunning conclusion to “THE COURT OF OWLS” epic! – All is revealed in “THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF WAYNE.” […]

Review: Marceline and the Scream Queens #1

By Walt Richardson | Jul 13, 2012 | Reviews

The “Adventure Time” comic series has been a roaring hit so far — so popular, in fact, that it warranted a spinoff miniseries! Continuing the trend of picking up the most algebraic webcomic artists around, “Marceline and the Scream Queens” focuses on the two most prominent female characters of the somewhat more male-oriented show. Can […]

Review: American Vampire: Lord of Nightmares #2

By Matthew Boren | Jul 13, 2012 | Reviews

Scott Snyder’s new nightmare continues in the second issue of his new mini-series, brought to life by Dustin Nguyen. Read onwards to discover what new horror this team has unveiled in the already dark corners of the “American Vampire” universe. Written by Scott Snyder Illustrated by Dustin Nguyen Felicia Book reluctantly rejoins the vampire hunting […]

5 Thoughts on “Before Watchmen: Minutemen” #2

By Brian Salvatore | Jul 12, 2012 | Reviews

While we will continue to review the forthcoming #1s in the “Before Watchmen” line, for all the other issues, we will be offering “5 Thoughts” about each book’s remaining issues. Feel free to give us your own 5 thoughts in the comments. Written and Illustrated by Darwyn Cooke “This isn’t a book. It’s a bloody […]

Review: Chew: Secret Agent Poyo #1

By Gilbert Short | Jul 12, 2012 | Reviews

“Chew” is technically “off” this month, so it’s Poyo’s turn! Poyo is a cybernetic Mexican Wrestling Rooster who literally murders whatever he can get his hands on. What’s THAT going to be like? Written by John Layman Illustrated by Rob Guillory Hey retailers/readers/speculators! Still kicking yourself for not ordering and/or passing by CHEW #1, now […]

Review: Space Punisher #1

By Chad Bowers | Jul 12, 2012 | Reviews

Get ready for the wildest Punisher comic you’ll ever — Okay, well… get ready for the SECOND wildest Punisher comic — Forget it. “Space Punisher” came out this week. Written by Frank Tieri Illustrated by Mark Texeira – Punishment is a dish best served–in Space! – Frank Castle shoots his way through the criminal hierarchy […]

Review: The Walking Dead #100

By Matthew Meylikhov | Jul 12, 2012 | Reviews

The seminal Image reaches a new high and a new low as the 100th issue hits stands this week, variants and all. Who lives? Who dies? What is Lucille? Who will survive, and what will be left of them? Does Daryl show up? For spoilers like that, look elsewhere. For a spoiler-free review of the […]

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Review: Eerie #1

By Walt Richardson | Jul 12, 2012 | Reviews

There are more than a few great horror ongoings out there, but the horror tale is one that thrives in the short story format — just ask masters of the genre such as Edgar Allan Poe and H. P. Lovecraft. Before and during the early years of the Comics Code Authority, uncensored, unapproved black and […]

Buffyversity: “Buffy” Season Nine #11

By Gilbert Short | Jul 11, 2012 | Reviews

Another month, another Buffy book! Buffy tries to get a real job! Well, she’s done that before, but let’s see how she does as a bodyguard in another spoiler-y installment of “Buffy Season Nine!” Written by Andrew Chambliss Illustrated by Georges Jeanty Buffy is trying something new–not Slaying. WHAT?! Enter Kennedy. Slayer. Ex-girlfriend of magicless […]

Review: X-Factor #239

By Gilbert Short | Jul 6, 2012 | Reviews

It’s the fight you’ve been waiting for! Winner takes all! Who will be the Banshee after this issue? Not an “AvX” tie-in! Written by Peter David Illustrated by Paul Davidsen Banshee versus…an actual banshee?! Strong Guy asks M out on a date. (Yikes!) Do you ever have that sense of dread that a book you […]

Review: Before Watchmen: Ozymandias #1

By Brian Salvatore and David Harper | Jul 6, 2012 | Reviews

The last of the first batch of “Before Watchmen” #1s is here, and it is the first to feature a contemporary of Alan Moore’s doing the writing. Would Len Wein’s relationship to the original book be a hindrance or a boon? Written by Len Wein Illustrated be Jae Lee “I have goals to achieve. Dreams […]

Review: Infernal Man-Thing #1

By Chad Bowers | Jul 6, 2012 | Reviews

Picture, if you will, two Marvel Universes: One populated by bright, colorful superheroes with an unerring code of justice based on a responsibility to keep the world they live in safe from evil. The other universe is pale and haunting, and exists alongside, yet somehow almost outside the first one. It is a landscape possessed […]

Review: Dial H #3

By Brian Salvatore | Jul 6, 2012 | Reviews

When the first two issues of “Dial H” came out, two MC staffers gave them vastly different reviews. Gil loved #1, while Walter was frustrated by #2. How will #3 fare? Written by China Mieville Illustrated by Mateus Santolouco – Nelson gains an unlikely ally, just as his career as a hero looks like it […]

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Review: Mind MGMT #2

By Walt Richardson | Jul 6, 2012 | Reviews

I wasn’t sold on “Mind MGMT” after the first issue, but I am always willing to give a comic until two issues, or even three, to win me over. This time, though, writer/artist Matt Kindt better win me over, because I’m reviewing it as well as reading it. How embarrassing for him if he fails! […]

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Review: Action Comics #11

By Gilbert Short | Jul 5, 2012 | Reviews

Grant Morrison’s Superman epic continues! Let’s check in with the Man of Steel who checks in with everyone’s favorite nocturnal billionaire, Batman! Written By Grant Morrison and Sholly Fisch Illustrated by Rags Morales, Bradley Walker, Rick Bryant, and CAFU Superman’s NEW secret identity revealed! LOIS LANE continues her investigation into the mystery of Earth’s FIRST […]

Review: The Monkeybrain Launch Titles

By Matthew Meylikhov | Jul 5, 2012 | Reviews

This week saw the announcement and release of a brand new digital imprint pioneered by Chris Roberson and his wife Alison, entitled Monkeybrain. The goal of this imprint was to offer cheap and creator-owned comics to people all over the world via the online digital comic service Comixology, with hopes to push the world of […]

Review: He Man and the Masters of the Universe #1

By Brian Salvatore | Jul 5, 2012 | Reviews

Sometimes, DC just makes me shake my head. Not that they shouldn’t be publishing a title featuring He-Man, but the way they are going about it is truly weird. Yesterday, “He Man and the Masters of the Universe” #1 was released in comic shops. Eleven days before, “Masters of the Universe” #1, a digital-first DC […]

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