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Mignolaversity: B.P.R.D. Vampire #4 [Review]

By Brian Salvatore, David Harper and Mark Tweedale | Jun 26, 2013 | Reviews

As you’ll see, this comic was so nuts that we needed to bring in the big guns to help us understand it. Written by Mike Mignola, Fábio Moon and Gabriel Bá Illustrated by Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon Plagued with two vampires trapped inside his chest, Simon Anders struggles to keep them under control before […]

Valiant (Re)visions: X-O Manowar #14 [Review]

By David Harper and Brandon Burpee | Jun 26, 2013 | Reviews

David: Brandon, the last issue of X-O Manowar from Robert Venditti and Cary Nord brought seeds of promise to your opinion of this book. Not so much to mine. Planet Death ends with this issue, and I have to ask, how do you feel this arc concluded? Are you more on board than ever, or […]

Five Thoughts on Under the Dome’s “Pilot” [Review]

By David Harper | Jun 25, 2013 | Reviews

Brian K. Vaughan’s adaptation of Stephen King’s best selling novel “Under the Dome” kicked off last night on CBS. How did it start? Did it appropriately mix the styles of Vaughan and King, while drawing non-fans of both in? Let’s take a look under the dome, from the eyes of someone who hasn’t read the […]

Advance Review: Lazarus #1

By Walt Richardson | Jun 24, 2013 | Reviews

This week, Greg Rucka, Michael Lark, Santiago Arcas, and Image Comics give you a glimpse of the future. Unfortunately, as is usually the case in these scenarios, it isn’t a pretty sight. As a note, this review is spoiler-free. Written by Greg Rucka Illustrated by Michael Lark “FAMILY,” Part One In a dystopian near-future, government […]

Five Thoughts on the Venture Bros. “Spanakopita” [Review]

By Matthew Meylikhov | Jun 24, 2013 | Reviews

Wait, wait, wait, no. That’s not right. I messed it up. Lets try it again: Ok, that’s more like it. Now, onto the episode thoughts! 1. A Slight Step Down Perhaps it was the intensely awesome episode last week featuring pretty much all of my favorite characters, but this week’s episode definitely felt like it […]

Review: Age Of Ultron #10

By Alice W. Castle | Jun 21, 2013 | Reviews

Brian Michael Bendis’ timeline-spanning event comes to close! How did it hold up? Is it a satisfying conclusion? Was it all worth it? Well… Written by Brian Michael BendisIllustrated by Alex Maleev, Bryan Hitch, Butch Guice, Brandon Peterson, Carlos Pacheco, David Maquez, Joe Quesada et al.THE FINALE! The biggest secret in comics will be revealed […]

Review: Wild Blue Yonder #1

By Sam LeBas | Jun 21, 2013 | Reviews

Swarthy Swashbuckler and worlds that are ending Warriors with jetpacks and heroes defending Gruff old bartenders and wisdom they bring These are a few of my favorite things… “Wild Blue Yonder” #1 by Mike Raicht and Zach Howard has got it all. Written by Mike Raicht Illustrated by Zach Howard Take to the skies in […]

Review: Green Lantern: New Guardians #21

By Vince Ostrowski | Jun 21, 2013 | Reviews

The Green Lantern shake-ups keep on coming with a newly re-focused Kyle Rayner book that looks to make good on the promise that the subtitle “New Guardians” was holding all along. Written by Justin Jordan Illustrated by Brad Walker The Templar Guardians have been locked away for millennia, but they have a VERY clear idea […]

Review: Supergirl #21

By Zach Wilkerson | Jun 21, 2013 | Reviews

Michael Alan Nelson’s run on Supergirl got off to a pretty great start with #20, thanks to a fun and unique voice. Unfortunately, Issue #21 loses some of the lighter elements in favor of the typical doom and gloom plaguing the Superman family. Written by Michael Alan Nelson Illustrated by Diogenes Neves It’s Supergirl vs. […]

Review: Sonic Universe #53

By James Johnston | Jun 21, 2013 | Reviews

You may be asking yourself why Archie Comics did a crossover between Mega Man and Sonic the Hedgehog. Unfortunately, the real question to ask yourself is “Where can I get this right now?” Major spoilers ahead! Written by Ian Flynn Illustrated by Tracy Yardley! “When Worlds Collide”: Part Eight of TwelveóThe hunt for the Roboticized […]

Review: Revival #11

By Sam LeBas | Jun 20, 2013 | Reviews

Madness, mystery, and murder with a side of poetry, “Revival” #11 by Tim Seeley and Mike Norton takes this unbelievably twisted and beautiful series to a new level of intensity. Written by Tim Seeley Illustrated by Mike Norton Dana and her father are in a race to save Ibrahaim from trigger happy retired militiaman. Em […]

Review: New Avengers #7

By James Johnston | Jun 20, 2013 | Reviews

Hickman takes a break from destroying to planets to destroy the Illuminati’s inner workings in this issue of “New Avengers!” Read our review after the cut! Mild spoilers ahead! Written by Jonathan Hickman Illustrated by Mike Deodato “WHY NOT WAR?” • The cold war between Atlantis and Wakanda heats up. • Who is the secret […]

Valiant (Re)visions: Harbinger #13 and Bloodshot #12 [Review]

By David Harper and Brandon Burpee | Jun 20, 2013 | Reviews

Brandon: Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Valiant (Re)Visions! We’re your hosts David and Brandon and this week we’ve got some staples of Valiants summer epic, Harbingers #13 and Bloodshot #12, to cover! So without further ado let’s get this this rocking! David let’s start with Harbingers #13 by Joshua Dysart, Khari Evans […]

Review: Mara #5

By Alice W. Castle | Jun 20, 2013 | Reviews

Brian Wood and Ming Doyle bring “Mara” closer to it’s conclusion in the penultimate issue of the miniseries. How many more surprises are there in store for us? A lot, apparently. Written by Brian WoodIllustrated by Ming DoyleEverything’s on the table as far as the military’s position on Mara, but who’s the one with the […]

Review: Batman and Batgirl #21

By Vince Ostrowski | Jun 20, 2013 | Reviews

Step right up, Barbara Gordon. Can you be the one to get through to the grumpiest Batman we’ve seen in a while? This isn’t going to go well for her, is it? Written by Peter J. Tomasi Illustrated by Cliff Richards What deal would you make to bring someone back from the dead? And in […]

Pick of the Week: Uncanny Avengers #9

By Zach Wilkerson | Jun 20, 2013 | Reviews

Rick Remender may have lost some of the good faith built up between himself and the Marvel faithful over the odd opening arc of “Uncanny Avengers.” However, he and Daniel Acuña hvae officially recouped that loss, plus some, thanks to a spectacularly dense issue that pays off on several long building story threads. Written by […]

Mignolaversity: Baltimore: The Inquisitor [Review]

By Mark Tweedale | Jun 19, 2013 | Reviews

This is the last one shot before the next Baltimore miniseries, and trust me, you don’t want to miss it. Written by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden Illustrated by Ben Stenbeck Colors by Dave Stewart The sadistic Judge Duvic, who we’ve seen serving God’s vengeance on women and children, nearly has Lord Baltimore in his […]

Mignolaversity: B.P.R.D. #108 [Review]

By Brian Salvatore and David Harper | Jun 19, 2013 | Reviews

I know we say this all the time, but things are getting bad for the Bureau. Just how bad? Read on. Written by Mike Mignola and John Arcudi Illustrated by Laurence Campbell A spreading contagion in the Chicago wastelands turns the residents of the Windy City into vicious monsters. Will these creatures and the giant […]

Five Thoughts on the Venture Bros’ “ SPHINX Rising” [Review]

By Matthew Meylikhov | Jun 17, 2013 | Reviews

Last night on the Venture Bros, Sphinx got real, OSI came back and there were probably more laughs to be had than either of the previous two episodes combined. Lets talk about it. 1. Never a Bad Time for More Gary 21 was always my favorite in earlier seasons of Venture Bros, so last season […]

Review: American Vampire: The Long Road to Hell

By Sam LeBas | Jun 14, 2013 | Reviews

This series is back with a vengeance. “American Vampire: The Long Road to Hell” smolders in the hands of Rafael Albuquerque. His work crackles with action and sends up smoke signals of clarity, building tension as though all this pyromania is happening right beside a vat of gasoline. This 60+ page one-shot is sure to […]

Review: Thor: God Of Thunder #9

By James Johnston | Jun 14, 2013 | Reviews

Three Thors, one God Butcher, and some of the most epic fight scenes the Marvel Universe has ever seen. Check out our review of “Thor: God of Thunder” #9 after the cut! Minor spoilers ahead! Written by Jason Aaron Illustrated by Esad Ribic GODBOMB Part Three of Five Three Thors, side by side at last, […]

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