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Pick of the Week: “Nighthawk” #1

By Jess Camacho | May 26, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

David Walker, Ramon Villalobos and Tamra Bonvillain come together to blow the lid off of what you think superhero comics can be with “Nighthawk” #1. Read on for our review but be warned, there are some minor spoilers within this review. Written by David Walker Illustrated Ramon Villalobos and Tamra Bonvillain Straight from the pages […]

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Pick of the Week: “Dept. H” #2

By Keith Dooley | May 19, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Matt and Sharlene Kindt continue adding depth to their undersea murder mystery in the gorgeously ethereal “Dept. H” #2. Story, pencils, and colors swirl together to create an atmospheric tale that is pure Kindt originality. Written by Matt Kindt Illustrated by Matt and Sharlene Kindt Matt Kindt’s survival sci-fi series continues! Mia’s investigation into the […]

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Pick of the Week: “The Twilight Children”

By Matthew Garcia | May 12, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Gilbert Hernandez and Darwyn Cooke channel the more romantic side of science fiction for “The Twilight Children”. The two of them working together is something akin to a cartoonist supergroup, and their distinct voices and unique storytelling sensibilities come together to create something eerie, fascinating, and beautiful. And it almost all works, too. Written by […]

Pick of the Week: “The Punisher” #1

By Ken Godberson III | May 5, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

With all the acclaim garnered in Daredevil season 2 and the announcement of a spin-off Netflix series, it was only logicial to see old Frank get a new series. So how does the opening go? Let’s find out. Written by Becky Cloonan Illustrated by Steve Dillon FRANK CASTLE LOSES CONTROL! A by-the-numbers drug bust is […]

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Pick Of The Week: “4 Kids Walk Into A Bank” #1

By Alice W. Castle | Apr 28, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

So get this: these four kids walk into a bank, right? You won’t believe what happens next! Matthew Rosenberg, writer of the excellent “We Can Never Go Home”, teams up with artist Tyler Boss for another comic at Black Mask Studios. With the unbelievably catchy title, Rosenberg and Boss create a crime caper that combines […]

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Pick of the Week: “Aloha, Hawaiian Dick” #1

By Matthew Garcia | Apr 21, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Bristling with a jazzy, frenetic energy and all around dope style, “Aloha, Hawaiian Dick” #1 returns in a burst of color to counter suburban boredom. Jake Wyatt (credited as Jacob Wyatt) joins B. Clay Moore’s hula noir series as people go missing, questions are raised, and intrigue abounds. Written by B. Clay Moore Illustrated by […]

Pick of the Week: “Moon Knight” #1

By Stephenson Ardern-Sodje | Apr 14, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

The latest twist to the Moon Knight saga sees Marc Spector’s world close in around him as he swaps the streets of New York for the walls of an asylum. Jeff Lemire and Greg Smallwood shake the foundations of the Moon Knight mythos, leaving us wondering if Khonshu’s most faithful acolyte is actually just a […]

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Pick of the Week: “Poe Dameron” #1

By Jess Camacho | Apr 7, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Bae Dameron, I mean POE Dameron, is the first star of what will be many The Force Awakens comic book tie ins from Marvel. Read on for our review of “Poe Dameron” #1 but be warned, there are spoilers within. Written by Charles Soule Illustrated by Phil Noto AN ALL-NEW ONGOING SERIES SPINNING OUT OF STAR […]

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Pick of the Week: “Batman and Robin Eternal” #26

By Keith Dooley | Mar 31, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

The finale to the “Batman and Robin Eternal” weekly series is a celebration of Batman’s legacy and that of his diverse family. With this conclusion, many story threads are teased for the “Rebirth” future. Written by James Tynion IV Illustrated by Scot Eaton, Carlo Pagulayan, Igor Vitorino, and Geraldo Borges It’s the catastrophic conclusion of […]

Pick of the Week: “Batman” #50

By Ken Godberson III | Mar 24, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

For five years, there has been one book at DC that, regardless of how much criticism (deserved or otherwise) the New 52 received, held strong with a consistent creative team and the room to actually create good things. But all things end, as we now have in our hands the penultimate issue to Scott Snyder, […]

Pick Of The Week: Haunted Mansion #1

By Alice W. Castle | Mar 10, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

When the crypt doors creak and tombstones quake, nerds come out for the pick of the week. I… actually can’t keep that up for more that one line. I don’t know how to rhyme. Anyway, my point is… this is our pick of the week review for “Haunted Mansion” #1 by Joshua Williamson and Jorge […]

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Pick of the Week: Street Fighter X G.I. Joe #1

By Stephenson Ardern-Sodje | Feb 25, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

This no-holds-barred nostalgia-filled brawl manages to encompass the best of both its influences to create something even more fantastical and fun. Written by Aubrey Sitterson Illustrated by Emilio Laiso On a hidden island in international waters, 16 combatants enter a secret tournament… one that pits Street Fighter vs. G.I. JOE! M. Bison and Destro have joined forces, […]

Pick of the Week: “Power Man and Iron Fist” #1

By Jess Camacho | Feb 18, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Power Man and Iron Fist are back and all is right in the world. Read on for our review of “Power Man and Iron Fist” #1 but be warned, there will be some slight spoilers. Written by David Walker Illustrated by Sanford Greene and Lee Loughridge THE ORIGINAL HEROES FOR HIRE, BACK ON THE CLOCK! […]

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Pick of the Week: “Batman” #49

By Keith Dooley | Feb 12, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Realism and science fiction clash together wonderfully in “Batman” #49, giving us a new origin for Batman that retains the inspiring spirit of the character. Snyder and Tynion write a pivotal issue that adds to the current 21st century mythos of a character born of the 1930s. Written by Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV […]

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Pick of the Week: Spider-Man #1 [Review]

By Ken Godberson III | Feb 4, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

With the conclusion of “Secret Wars”, Miles Morales is now part of the main Marvel Universe. How does his reintroduction go? Well, let’s find out! Written by Brian Michael Bendis Illustrated by Sara Pichelli Miles Morales has been doing the super hero thing for a while, now, but after Secret Wars, he’ll be a full-fledged […]

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Pick of the Week: “Cry Havoc” #1 Brings Bite To Werewolf Mythos [Review]

By James Johnston | Jan 28, 2016 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

Louise wanted to be a musician and hang out with her girlfriend. Then a werewolf(?) attacked her while she was busking. Now she’s signed up to a government task force to find out how to get rid of this curse. But it’s not something that will let go so easily. Check out our review of […]

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