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Noto and Edmondson Spin A ‘Finely Woven Thread’ in “Black Widow” Volume 1 [Review]

By Cassandra Clarke | Jul 18, 2014 | Reviews

“But [it] is the unteachable skill to belong anywhere. The other edge of that is the unfortunate truth: you must first belong nowhere.”–Natasha RomanovForget everything known about Natasha Romanov’s past. If you want to know anything about Black Widow, Edmondson, Noto, and Cowles show us all we need to know — her work. In Black Widow’s […]

“Teen Titans” #1 Offers New Start For DC’s Young Heroes, Not Much Else [Review]

By James Johnston | Jul 18, 2014 | Reviews

@MultiversityCom’s #millennial #specialist @JamesJohnston takes a #look @Willpfeifer and @Mitografia’s #TeenTitans #1. Wow, that sentence was exhausting to write. #MildSpoilers ahead! Written by Will Pfeifer Illustrated by Kenneth Rocafort Red Robin, Wonder Girl, Raven, Bunker and Beast Boy step out of the shadows of the adult heroes of the DC Universe to offer bold, exciting […]

“Cap’n Dinosaur” Brawls and Reminisces its Way Into Our Hearts [Review]

By Vince Ostrowski | Jul 18, 2014 | Reviews

With “Cap’n Dinosaur,” Kek-W and Shaky Kane want to take you back to a time in comics and give you the full front-to-backpage experience with it. Will you want to join them? Read our review to find out. Warning: it’s a little bit more twisted than you remember. Written by Kek-W Illustrated by Shaky Kane […]

Review: Robin Rises: Omega #1

By Matt Dodge | Jul 18, 2014 | Reviews

More than a year after the death of Damian Wayne and the subsequent theft of his casket brought emotional turmoil down on the Bat-family, Batman has finally caught up with Ra’s al Ghul — but soon an even more dangerous threat than the League Of Shadows appears. As a note, some spoilers are discussed. Written by […]

Review: The Devilers #1

By Keith Dooley | Jul 18, 2014 | Reviews

One glance at artist Jock’s cover to “The Devilers” #1 and the reader perceives instantly that they are diving headfirst into a fiery pit of a miniseries dealing with religious themes, demons unleashed, horror, and the occult. What they won’t deduce from this cover, however, is that the tropes of superheroic teams — as well […]

Review: Rat Queens #7

By Jess Camacho | Jul 17, 2014 | Reviews

After a slight delay, the Rat Queens are back this week and it’s cause for celebration. From the very beginning of Kurtis Wiebe and Roc Upchurch’s series, fans have been treated to a fun, Dungeons & Dragons style book that mixes both fantasy and rowdy comedy. In “Rat Queens” #7 there are secrets and tentacle monsters […]

Review: Black Market #1

By Alice W. Castle | Jul 17, 2014 | Reviews

What makes a hero a hero? Is it their actions? Their intentions? Their powers? These are questions that Frank J. Barbiere and Victor Santos are asking in the first issue of “Black Market”, a series set to explore the seedy underbelly of a world full of heroes. Join us as we review the first issue […]

Review: “The Wicked + The Divine” #2

By Sam LeBas | Jul 17, 2014 | Reviews

What Gillen and McKelvie have created in “The Wicked + The Divine” is an unapologetic, brazen new series, hell-bent on exploring the nature of the creativity and the culture which surrounds it in a novel way. The second issue of the series draws readers deeper into the world of The Pantheon, their devotees and their […]

Pick of the Week: “Adventure Time” #30 or, DIY Comics in Twenty-Two Mathematical Pages

By Zach Wilkerson | Jul 17, 2014 | Reviews

In the latest issue of “Adventure Time,” Ryan North and an army of fantastic artists present an anthology comic about comics. The singularity has been reached. Written by Ryan North Illustrated by Kat Philbin, Missy Pena, Becca Tobin, Liz Prince, Yumi Sakugawa, Carey Pietsch, Jess Tise, Ian McGinty, T. Zysk, David Cutler, Shelli Paroline and […]

Valiant (Re)visions: Harbingers #25 and Unity #9 [Review]

By David Harper | Jul 17, 2014 | Reviews

One of Valiant’s first titles reaches a landmark issue (and comes to an end) while another keeps an event rolling. How were they, though? Find out below. Harbinger #25 Written by Josh Dysart, Vivek Tiwary, Justin Jordan, Dan Goldman and Lucy Knisley Illustrated by Khari Evans, Lewis Larosa, Rafer Roberts, Clayton Henry and Lucy Knisley […]

Mignolaversity: Witchfinder: The Mysteries of Unland #2 [Review]

By Mark Tweedale | Jul 16, 2014 | Reviews

Tyler Crook continues to impress in the latest Witchfinder. Written by Kim Newman and Maura McHugh Illustrated by Tyler Crook Colors by Dave Stewart Lettering by Clem Robins After a dangerous clash with giant eel monsters, Sir Edward Grey determines that all signs of the secrets of Hallam point to Poole’s Elixir factory. In the […]

Mistakes and Mysticism: Bryan Lee O’Malley’s “Seconds” [Review]

By Matthew Meylikhov | Jul 14, 2014 | Reviews

“Seconds” is not “Scott Pilgrim” volume 7. While I hate that I feel somewhat obligated to state this, it seems important to start the review off with this note. For those of you coming to this book based on the massive acclaim and success of “Scott Pilgrim” assuming that you’re going to get more of […]

Wrapping Wednesday: Micro Reviews for the Week of 7/9/14

By Multiversity Staff | Jul 11, 2014 | 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 […]

Review: New Suicide Squad #1

By Alice W. Castle | Jul 11, 2014 | Reviews

There’s nothing quite as irresistible as that shiny #1 or the word ‘new’ in the title is there? Well, DC may just be taking a leaf out of Marvel’s book with this relaunch of “Suicide Squad” under the pens of writer Sean Ryan and artist Jeremy Roberts. Come check out our review of “New Suicide […]

Review: Detective Comics #33

By Keith Dooley | Jul 11, 2014 | Reviews

Francis Manapul and Brian Buccellato continue to emphasize the “detective” in “Detective Comics” in the penultimate chapter of their ‘Icarus’ storyline. Gorgeous art and colors accompany an intriguing story that is striking a fine balance between bombast and quieter character-building moments. Written by Francis Manapul and Brian Buccellato Illustrated by Francis Manapul and Brian Buccellato […]

Review: Daredevil #5

By Matt Dodge | Jul 11, 2014 | Reviews

With Matt Murdock’s West Coast relocation in full swing, Mark Waid and Chris Samnee take one last look at New York City and its newest (and most unexpected) hero in “Daredevil” #5. Written by Mark Waid Illustrated by Chris Samnee What killed Foggy Nelson? And now that he’s “dead,” what is he supposed to do […]

Review: Grayson #1

By Zach Wilkerson | Jul 11, 2014 | Reviews

Fans of Grant Morrison’s Batman saga rejoice, as “Grayson” carries on the spirit of “Batman Incorporated” while bringing Dick Grayson out from his mentor’s shadow and back into the limelight. Written by Tim Seeley and Tom King Illustrated by Mikel Janin Dick Grayson. Former sidekick. Former Super Hero. Former dead man. And now…agent of Spyral?! […]

Thor and Loki Find Lost Sister, Also Exploding Angels, In “The Tenth Realm” #1 [Review]

By James Johnston | Jul 10, 2014 | Reviews

Spinning out of the events of “Original Sin”, Thor and his brother Loki are about to go on a inter-dimensional quest that will also double as the world’s strangest episode of Maury when they finally meet their sister Angela in “Thor & Loki: The Tenth Realm” #1. Written by Jason Aaron and Al Ewing Illustrated by Simone […]

“Fables: The Wolf Among Us” is a Powerful, Thrilling and Complex Noir Hidden in Sheep’s Clothing [Review]

By James Johnston | Jul 10, 2014 | Reviews

The Wolf Among Us, Telltale’s adaption of the wildly popular Vertigo comic “Fables”, started just like its source material: with a murder that rocked the community of Fabletown, the hidden borough in New York City housing refugees from a fairytale world that was conquered by a ruthless adversary. Just as the murder in “Fables” #1 led […]

Review: Shutter #4

By Vince Ostrowski | Jul 10, 2014 | Reviews

Joe Keatinge and Leila del Duca have been dealing in imagination, adventure, and most potently, nostalgia with their creator-owned series “Shutter.” It’s easy to get caught up in nostalgic notions and not see the forest for the trees. For all of its warmth and heart, does “Shutter” #4 have a compelling story at its center? […]

Pick of the Week: The Life After #1

By Michelle White | Jul 10, 2014 | Reviews

Fialkov and Infurnari kicked off a disorienting, futuristic tale in “The Bunker”; five months later, we’re still reeling. “The Life After” from Fialkov and Gabo carries a similar sense of scale and complexity, and if this Oni Press title doesn’t hit home with quite the same urgency, there’s still plenty to get your cogs turning […]

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