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Wrapping Wednesday: Micro Reviews for the Week of 7/10/13

By Multiversity Staff | Jul 12, 2013 | 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: Suicide Squad #22

By James Johnston | Jul 12, 2013 | Reviews

Man, Suicide Squad fans who don’t look up comic books on the internet must be thrilled about the new directions Ales Kot and Patrick Zircher have taken their book in because it is good. Read more after the cut. Written by Ales Kot Illustrated by Patrick Zircher An anarchist group has a monstrous plan to rewire the […]

Review: Breath of Bones #2

By Sam LeBas | Jul 12, 2013 | Reviews

With a heavy, heart-wrenching beauty “Breath of Bones: A Tale of the Golem” #2 has its own gravity that draws readers in with forceful grace, beautiful metaphor and transportive visuals. Written by Steve Niles Illustrated by Dave Wachter After rescuing an injured British pilot, the town must protect themselves and their secret from the Nazi […]

Review: The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys #2

By Alice W. Castle | Jul 12, 2013 | Reviews

The first issue of Gerard Way’s foray back into world of comic books left quite the impression. With the second issue he, Shaun Simon and Becky Cloonan just keep getting better as the world they created in the first issue gets fleshed out and a lot more interesting. Written by Gerard Way and Shaun SimonIllustrated […]

Review: The Standard #3

By Michelle White | Jul 12, 2013 | Reviews

What happens when a superhero comes out of retirement? This six-part superhero miniseries from Comixtribe has just reached its halfway point, and as the first man to bear the title of The Standard deals with the death of his successor, the going is grim but oddly heartening. Written by John Lees Illustrated by Jonathan Rector […]

Review: East of West #4

By Zach Wilkerson | Jul 12, 2013 | Reviews

If the wait since the last issue of “East of West” has left you “Famished” for more of Hickman’s sci-fi genre bender, take heart. The past three issues worth of wheeling and dealing come to a thundering head, as “War”breaks out between the armies of New Shanghai and “Death” himself. Oh and…uh…”Conquest.” Four Horseman! Written […]

Review: Wolverine: Japan’s Most Wanted #1

By Vince Ostrowski | Jul 12, 2013 | Reviews

Jason Aaron is clearly the go-to guy for Marvel when it comes to writing the character of Wolverine these days. It just feels right that he would hold the reigns for Marvel’s first big weekly digital story given that Wolvie is at the center. That said, your mileage will vary on this one for a […]

Review: Superman Unchained #2

By Alice W. Castle | Jul 11, 2013 | Reviews

After bringing a new breath of life to “Batman” in the New 52, Scott Snyder joined with Jim Lee to something much the same with the first issue of “Superman Unchained”. Here, it only gets better making this the title to be watching for good Superman stories from the New 52. Written by Scott SnyderIllustrated […]

Review: Hawkeye #12

By Zach Wilkerson | Jul 11, 2013 | Reviews

Continuing Fraction’s intricately woven tapestry, Francesco Francavilla returns for another side-story. This time the limelight is on Barney Barton, the wayward brother who makes Clint look like a well adjusted adult. You’ll have to see it to believe it. Written by Matt Fraction Illustrated by Francesco Francavilla • The sleeper hit of 2012 is now […]

Review: Sheltered #1

By Vince Ostrowski | Jul 11, 2013 | Reviews

What is it about the end of the world that continues to fascinate us so? “Sheltered” manages to find new corners and possibilities to explore, even while feeling a little familiar at times. Written by Ed Brisson Illustrated by Johnnie Christmas A PRE-APOCALYPTIC TALE OF SURVIVAL AT ANY COST.The men and women of Safe Haven […]

Review: Ballistic #1

By Michelle White | Jul 11, 2013 | Reviews

The first chapter of this five-issue miniseries from Black Mask is all kinds of weird and wonderful. What else can be said of a brightly coloured and deeply criminal future where pretty much everything is alive? Written by Adam Egypt Mortimer Illustrated by Darick Robertson This madcap sci-fi buddy adventure about a wanna-be bank robber […]

Review: Young Avengers #7

By James Johnston | Jul 11, 2013 | Reviews

After exploding their parents for five issues, The Young Avengers take a (sort of) break in this issue! Read our review after the cut. Written by Kieron Gillen Illustrated by Jamie McKelvie • Three months have passed for the Young Avengers. What have they been up to? Fun stuff, I’ll bet. The sort of “stuff” […]

Pick of the Week: Ghosted #1

By Sam LeBas | Jul 11, 2013 | Reviews

“Ghosted” #1 from Joshua Williamson and Goran Sudzuka is every bit the pulpy thrill-ride promised by a series centering on a supernatural, ensemble heist. Well executed from start to finish, this first issue makes use of pristine pacing, laying the foundation for a story that will grow more complex and intriguing with each turn of […]

Valiant (Re)visions: Quantum & Woody #1 [Review]

By David Harper and Brian Salvatore | Jul 10, 2013 | Reviews

David: This week on Valiant (Re)visions we have two very special events! First off, I’m joined by a guest co-reviewer in fellow Multiversity associate editor Brian Salvatore. Second off, we’re reviewing the first issue of Quantum & Woody from James Asmus, Tom Fowler and Jordie Bellaire. Let’s start off the review by sharing our previous […]

Five Thoughts on the Venture Bros. “Momma’s Boys” [Review]

By Matthew Meylikhov | Jul 8, 2013 | Reviews

Ah, yes, the Venture Bros Mother’s Day special. Only two months late. In the world of the Ventures, somehow that seems appropriate. 1. Family Life From the very get-go of this episode, the focus of “Momma’s Boys” was about the Venture family again. Whether it be Rusty’s not-so-great parenting habits or the general disillusionment and […]

Review: Theremin #2

By Sam LeBas | Jul 5, 2013 | Reviews

The second issue of this highly imaginative series from Curt Pires and Dalton Rose is a beautifully intricate symphonic ode to the dangers of knowledge. Full of light and shade, emotion and logic, “Theremin” #2 is a gorgeous and complex book that forces readers to examine terrifying possibilities about the world we inhabit, and question […]

Wrapping Wednesday: Micro Reviews for the Week of 7/3/13

By Multiversity Staff | Jul 5, 2013 | 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: The Superior Foes of Spider-Man #1

By Vince Ostrowski | Jul 5, 2013 | Reviews

Nick Spencer is known for his penchant for espionage, political intrigue, and topsy-turvy plot twists. But now he’s really flexing a brand new muscle – “The Superior Foes of Spider-Man” is flat out the funniest comic you’ll read this week. Written by Nick Spencer Illustrated by Steve Lieber Boomerang and some of Spidey’s deadliest baddies […]

Review: Batman Incorporated #12

By Alice W. Castle | Jul 5, 2013 | Reviews

Last issue of “Batman Incorporated” didn’t exactly live up to the rest of the series. Now, though, Grant Morrison is back at the helm of the ship to steer it towards the conclusion of his seven year run on Batman. Is it the conclusion we’ve all been waiting for? We’ll have to wait and see, […]

Review: Trinity of Sin: Pandora #1

By Zach Wilkerson | Jul 4, 2013 | Reviews

After two years of teasing and baiting, DC is finally ready to shed some light on the mysterious Pandora. Are the answers delivered in this debut issue worth the wait, or is the character more perplexing than ever? Written by Ray Fawkes Illustrated by Daniel Sampere and Patrick Zircher The mysterious woman connected to the […]

Review: Ten Grand #3

By Alice W. Castle | Jul 4, 2013 | Reviews

After a rocky start, J. Michael Straczynski and Ben Templesmith’s supernatural detective story finally found it’s footing with it’s second issue. Here, with it’s third, it’s only getting stronger as it shifts focus to explore the main character and his tragic past. This is the quality the first issue should have been. Written by J. […]

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