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Mignolaversity: Baltimore: Chapel of Bones #1 [Review]

By | Jan 1, 2014 | Reviews

The Baltimore comic weaves itself into the final chapters of the Baltimore novel. Full spoilers to follow, including a picture of the last page. Written by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden Illustrated by Ben Stenbeck Colors by Dave Stewart Lettering by Clem Robins After his long hunt, Baltimore finally confronts the vampire who destroyed his […]

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Review: The Saviors #1

By | Dec 27, 2013 | Reviews

Nearly three months after his last DC book appeared, James Robinson debuts his first work outside of DC in quite some time, which is utterly unlike anything he’s ever done before. Keep reading this spoiler-free review to see just how big of a step outside of his comfort zone this book turned out to be. […]

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Review: Avengers #24.NOW

By | Dec 27, 2013 | Reviews

With “Infinity” over and the first phase of his plans for The Avengers complete, Jonathan Hickman teams up with a slew of talented artists to start a new arc for “Avengers.” Read our review below! Written by Jonathan Hickman Illustrated by Esad Ribic, Salvador Larroca, Mike Deodato, & Butch Guice “ROGUE PLANET” – Part 1 […]

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Review: Origin II #1

By | Dec 26, 2013 | Reviews

Marvel’s favorite mutant gets yet another look at his beginnings in “Origin II” from Kieron Gillen and Adam Kubert. Will this be a refreshing take on Logan or just another retread? Read our review to find out!   Written by Kieron Gillen Illustrated by Adam Kubert Part 1 of 5! A few years after the […]

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Raggedy Man, Goodnight – Looking at Matt Smith’s Farewell to the Doctor [“Time of the Doctor” Review]

By | Dec 25, 2013 | Reviews

(Normally we do these articles in Five Thoughts, but I’m afraid I have a bit more than five thoughts this time. But I’ve been reviewing Doctor Who since Smith and Moffat took over, so, y’know, forgive me.) Oh. And some spoilers are discussed, but none you can’t predict, sweetie. One thing that’s perhaps fair to […]

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Review: Saga #17

By | Dec 20, 2013 | Reviews

Hold up. Before we get to the review, I want to slide this little warning right up in here: due to the nature of this issue (meaning: balls-to-the-wall crazypants) there will be some discussion of the events of this issue that are highly spoilerrific. Don’t come crying to me if you haven’t read the issue, […]

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Review: Zero #4

By | Dec 20, 2013 | Reviews

Ales Kot teams up with “Change” companion Morgan Jeske for another terrific issue of this progressive, thinking man’s spy-thriller. Written by Ales Kot Illustrated by Morgan Jeske Rio, 2019. Edward Zero looks in a mirror and the mirror gives him unsettling answers. The mirror being Carlyle, ex-Agency spy, holed up in a favela, running his […]

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Review: Daredevil #34

By | Dec 20, 2013 | Reviews

The times are changing for Matt Murdock, and as the end of an era draws closer in “Daredevil” #34, the Man Without Fear must face the Sons of the Serpent in battle over NYC. Written by Mark Waid Illustrated by Javier Rodriguez Daredevil’s become New York’s most dangerous man–the self-appointed prosecutor of the Sons of […]

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Review: FF #15

By | Dec 20, 2013 | Reviews

Lee and Michael Allred ramp up the action in this penultimate issue of the Faux-Four era of “FF!” But will the plot get lost among all the zaniness? Does it matter? Read our review below! Written by Matt Fraction and Lee Allred Illustrated by Michael Allred • Invasion Latveria: the Video Game! • Four stand-in […]

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Review: Pretty Deadly #3

By | Dec 20, 2013 | Reviews

Replace the politics and accessibility of “East of West” with a penchant for symbolism and abstraction and you have “Pretty Deadly” – a book that is every bit as good, yet entirely different than its brother series. Written by Kelly Sue DeConnick Illustrated by Emma Rios All blood spilled into the earth makes its way […]

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Review: A Voice in the Dark #2

By | Dec 19, 2013 | Reviews

The first issue of “A Voice in the Dark” hit us like a pile of bricks. With this second chapter, things get even more harrowing on the darkest radio show in town. Written and Illustrated by Larime Taylor “BLOOD MAKES NOISE,” Conclusion Zoey’s talk radio show will become a deadly public forum for her twisted […]

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Review: Supergirl #26

By | Dec 19, 2013 | Reviews

Do a new creative team and a new Main Man make “Supergirl” #26 worth checking out. You’ll have to read on to find out. Sorry. Not Sorry. Written by Tony Bedard Illustrated by Yildiray Cinar Following the stunning conclusion of “Krypton Returns,” Supergirl arrives back on Earth with a new mission and a clearer understanding […]

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Mignolaversity Triple Shot: B.P.R.D. #114, Dark Horse Presents #31, Sledgehammer ’44: Lightning War #2 [Review]

By and | Dec 19, 2013 | Reviews

Today, we wrap up our year of Mignolaverse reviews by covering three of the four Mignola-related books that came out today (only “Itty Bitty Hellboy” isn’t getting a write up, because there are only so many times we can go “awwwwwww”). Written by Mike Mignola and John Arcudi Illustrated by Tyler Crook Liz Sherman brings […]

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Review: Harley Quinn #1

By | Dec 19, 2013 | Reviews

After a fourth wall breaking prelude, Mr. J’s favorite girl settles into a her new solo title, and adjusts to her new status quo in “Harley Quinn” #1. Written by Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti Illustrated by Chad Hardin Harley is set to begin her new life, but she needs a job first! Enter the […]

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Review: The Illegitimates #1

By | Dec 19, 2013 | Reviews

SNL breakout star Taran Killam (with veteran Marc Andreyko) gets into the comics game with “The Illegitimates” #1 – a clever take on the James Bond archetype with fewer laughs than you’d probably expect, but better narrative structure than you’d expect, which somewhat makes up for it. Written by Taran Killam & Marc Andreyko Illustrated […]

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Review: Young Avengers #14

By | Dec 19, 2013 | Reviews

With Mother defeated, the alternate Young Avengers banished, and Loki having gone through a whole character development thing, the Young Avengers throw a wrap party for their own series while offering some resolutions to dangling plot threads along the way. Read our review below! Written by Kieron Gillen Illustrated by Jamie McKelvie, Emma Vieceli, Christian […]

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Pick Of The Week: Ghost #1

By | Dec 19, 2013 | Reviews

Kelly Sue DeConnick returns to the world of Elisa Cameron, bringing co-writer Chris Sebela and artist Ryan Sook in on the team as “Ghost” shifts to an ongoing. There’s a hidden network of demons hiding in the political power network of Chicago and Elisa is on the hunt to take them out while the spectre […]

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