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“Eternal: A Shieldmaiden Ghost Story”

By Matt Lune | Feb 2, 2018 | Reviews

The consequence of battle, the loneliness of leadership, and all that war leaves behind. Read on for our review of “Eternal: A Shieldmaiden Ghost Story,” which contains minor spoilers. Written by Ryan K. Lindsay & Eric Zawadzki Illustrated by Eric Zawadzki Colored by Dee Cunniffe A group of isolated shieldmaidens protect their village against a […]

“Astro City” #50

By Elias Rosner | Feb 2, 2018 | Reviews

“Astro City” #50 is an auspicious issue, being both the 50th issue of its current run as well as the start to the final arc for this current iteration. So, how do Busiek, Anderson, Pantazis, and Comicraft choose to spend their “50th” issue? With more superheroics? With a long-dive into “Astro City” lore and its […]

“Mystik U” #2

By Jaina Hill | Feb 1, 2018 | Reviews

Even though she’s our main character, “Mystik U” isn’t exactly a Zatanna series. At different points it wears a lot of different top hats. It’s an exploration of the mysterious magical corners of the DC universe, and a coming of age story. It borrows the magic-as-metaphor themes from Buffy the Vampire Slayer while also being a […]

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“Detective Comics Annual” #1

By Gustavo S Lodi | Feb 1, 2018 | Reviews

For the better part of his run on “Detective Comics,” James Tynion IV has been exploring the nature of villainy and heroism for Clayface. And as his story is coming to a head over at the main series, this annual covers, with great ability, what were the missteps, tragedies and decisions that led Basil down […]

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“Motherlands” #1

By Matt Sadowski | Feb 1, 2018 | Reviews

Written by Simon Spurrier Illustrated by Rachael Stott In a crazed future where unhinged technologies and interconnected parallel Earths have given rise to a spectacular class of super-criminal, the most beloved celebrities aren’t actors or rock stars, but the bounty hunters who traverse an exotic multiverse in search of impossible prey! But when the spotlight-shunning, […]

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“God Complex” #4

By Gregory Ellner | Feb 1, 2018 | Reviews

The plot thickens as well thought out character work mixes with a deeper insight to the makeup of the Rulers of Delphi. Written by Paul Jenkins Illustrated by Hendry Prasetya Colored by Sunny Gho Lettered by Jaka Ady It’s the moment of truth. After his confrontation with the revolutionaries, Seneca is getting rebuilt by the […]

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Pick of the Week: “Hungry Ghosts” #1

By Rowan Grover | Feb 1, 2018 | Pick of the Week, Reviews

The highly anticipated Berger Books line at Dark Horse, edited by none other than Vertigo alumni Karen Berger, kicks off this week with the Food/Horror anthology, “Hungry Ghosts” #1. Backed by an all-star creative team featuring chef/author Anthony Bourdain and big names in the comics industry like Vanesa Del Rey, this looks to be starting […]

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“B.P.R.D.: Hollow Earth”

By Ken Godberson III | Jan 31, 2018 | Reviews

“Hellboy” is one of the most prominent comic book franchises to be conceived of outside of the bubble of the Big Two that has also launched itself a plethora of spin-offs. Today, we are going to take a look at the first story that sprung its most popular spin-offs, the stories of those, human and […]

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Mignolaversity: “Joe Golem, Occult Detective: Flesh and Blood” #2

By Mark Tweedale and Christopher Lewis | Jan 31, 2018 | Reviews

“Flesh and Blood” wraps up in quite possibly the best issue of “Joe Golem, Occult Detective” to date. Written by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden Illustrated by Patric Reynolds Colored by Dave Stewart Lettered by Clem Robins There’s much more than meets the eye in the haunted house Joe investigates, and Joe’s personal troubles get […]

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“Grandville: Force Majeure”

By Tom Shapira | Jan 30, 2018 | Reviews

The latest in the ambitious series of anthropomorphic steampunk graphic novels is another fine showcase for Bryan Talbot’s talents as an artist and a world-builder; but despite being as joyful to read as any previews Inspector LeBrock adventure, there’s a lack of thematic effort which make this book feels somewhat shallow by comparison. By focusing […]

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“Reggie and Me”

By Ramon Piña | Jan 29, 2018 | Reviews

Ever since the Archie franchise was restarted, the publishing team have been delivering some really great books. We can talk about Waid’s wonderful coming-of-age story in “Archie,” or the hilarious and charming “Jughead,” or Hughes’s gorgeous art in “Betty and Veronica.” But there are some hidden gems with a little less coverage but the same […]

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“Mine!”

By Kate Kosturski | Jan 29, 2018 | Reviews

A new comics anthology to benefit Planned Parenthood both educates the reader and tugs at your heartstrings. There’s something for everyone in “Mine!” and you come out the other side of it stronger and wiser. (Please note that this book contains adult themes throughout.) Written and Illustrated by Various Cover Art by Soo Lee Title […]

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Wrapping Wednesday: Micro Reviews for the Week of 1/24/18

By Multiversity Staff | Jan 29, 2018 | 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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“Gears of War: The Rise of RAAM” #1

By Gregory Ellner | Jan 26, 2018 | Reviews

RAAM begins his descent into glory with a fun story that incorporates other major characters, yet doesn’t lock people out of the plot. Written by Kurtis Wiebe Illustrated by Max Dunbar Colored by Jose Luis Rio Lettered by Gilberto Lazcano The most iconic villain of the Gears of War universe takes the spotlight! Years before […]

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“Legion” #1

By Reed Hinckley-Barnes | Jan 26, 2018 | Reviews

The first part of a 5-issue mini-series, “Legion” #1 works as a jumping on point for the character for David Haller. But while it works as an introduction, this simplification also removes some of what makes the character special. Some spoilers ahead. Written by Peter Milligan Illustrated by Wilfredo Torres Colored by Dan Brown Lettered […]

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“Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps” #37

By Gustavo S Lodi | Jan 26, 2018 | Reviews

“Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps” has been, since its Rebirth launch, a love letter to the four human Green Lanterns, as each arc progressed their individual struggles and battles. But will the current storyline, dealing with a confrontation with Zod and his House refresh the book from what is becoming a somewhat formulaic […]

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“Avengers” #677

By Alexander Jones | Jan 26, 2018 | Reviews

The Avengers are ditching their three books and going weekly for a huge crossover storyline. The first two chapters turned out pretty well so far. Will Marvel be able to retain the high level of quality while telling a coherent narrative on a weekly basis? Readers still don’t know the villains behind the narrative or […]

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“Dissonance” #1

By Rowan Grover | Jan 26, 2018 | Reviews

“Dissonance” #1 attracts and appeals you on sheer cover value, which is in part thanks to ‘designer’ Melita Curphy’s stunning creations. It has the look and feel of the next big Image hit, but do the inner contents share the same craftsmanship? Read on and find out! Written by Singgih Nugroho and Ryan Cady Illustrated […]

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“Sex Criminals” #21

By Matt Sadowski | Jan 25, 2018 | Reviews

Come, gather ye round Brimpers, for “Sex Criminals” has returned. Assume a comfortable position in which to enjoy this comic for Fraction and Zdarsky will manage to find your comedic G-spot. It’s been six months (five months, 22 days in non-comic time but who’s counting) since our sexual criminal duo have split. Jon has a […]

“The Flash” #39

By Jaina Hill | Jan 25, 2018 | Reviews

“The Flash” #39 opens with a drawn-out, dramatic proclamation. “DC Comics… proudly presents… the 700th issue of… THE FLASH.” Really? But it says #39 on the cover. What sort of huckster comic book tomfoolery is this? As it happens, “The Flash” #39” is an issue try to achieve many goals. While it doesn’t trip and […]

“Sherlock Frankenstein & the Legion of Evil” #4

By Michael Mazzacane | Jan 25, 2018 | Reviews

Lucy Weber’s search for her missing Father and his friends had led her to their greatest rival: Sherlock Frankenstein. But is he history’s greatest monster as she and everyone believes or is there something more to this literary fusion? Written by Jeff Lemire Illustrated by David Rubín Colored by David Rubín Flats by Kike J. […]

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