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Heroes Reborn #1 featured Reviews
“Heroes Reborn” #1

By | May 7, 2021 | Reviews

After several months of buildup and solicitations teasing what’s ahead, Jason Aaron’s “Heroes Reborn” has begun. Yet it doesn’t seem too out of the ordinary, with the Squadron Supreme doing its usual thing and fighting familiar villains like Dr. Juggernaut and the Black Skull. I guess it is weird that it focuses on this Blade […]

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“Green Lantern” #2

By | May 6, 2021 | Reviews

“Green Lantern,” under the pen of Geoffrey Thorne, started off with one of the most promising issues of ‘Infinite Frontier.’ In its second issue, the title has somehow blown out the scope even further, and incorporated a, frankly, shocking amount of DC lore into the book. Be warned, spoilers follow. Written by Geoffrey Thorne Illustrated […]

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“Nocterra” #3

By | May 6, 2021 | Reviews

It is dark, but what if there is no dawn to come? See the shadow of a horrific world in “Nocterra” #3! Written by Scott Snyder Illustrated by Tony S. Daniel Colored by Tomeu Morey Lettered by Andworld Design “FULL THROTTLE DARK,” Part Three Know the signs: black gums, gnarled bones, and haunting yellow eyes. […]

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“Eve” #1

By | May 6, 2021 | Reviews

For a topic as dark as the end of the world, plenty of franchises approach the subject from different tones and even genres. Some are tongue in cheek looks at rebuilding a society, using mundane items as currency, or using intentionally incongruous pop culture to set the tone. Others explore the roles of interpersonal relationships, […]

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“Save It for Later”

By | Apr 30, 2021 | Reviews

“This is NOT a parenting book OR an activist guide,” Nate Powell declares in the opening of “Save It For Later: Promises, Parenthood, and the Urgency of Protest” (Abrams ComicArts). Yet his collection of autobiographical chapters IS a testament to the fraught experiences of both in the period since the 2016 election. Both parenting and […]

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“Shadowman” #1

By | Apr 30, 2021 | Reviews

Valiant Comics does a very interesting thing with their titles where they’ll have a limited, short form story line about one of their existing characters and once that story line is done they’ll put the character on ice for a bit and move on to the next one. It’s an interesting way of doing things […]

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“Spider-Man: Curse of the Man-Thing” #1

By | Apr 30, 2021 | Reviews

As the ‘Curse of the Man-Thing’ spreads throughout the Earth, Spider-Man and co. join the fight to assist The Avengers. Some Mild Spoilers Written by Steve Orlando Illustrated by Marco Failla with Minkyu Jung Colored by Guru-eFX Lettered by VC’s Clayton Cowles Picking right up where we left off, The Avengers are having little luck […]

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“Helm Greycastle” #1

By | Apr 29, 2021 | Reviews

“Helm Greycastle” #1 combines elements of Mesoamerican history with an array of familiar adventure party basics to create a vibrant and inclusive fantasy world. (Warning: may contain minor spoilers.) Written by Henry Barajas Illustrated by Rahmat M. Handoko Colored by Bryan Valenza Lettered by Gabrielle Downie New Latinx fantasy by HENRY BARAJAS, author of the […]

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“Cable” #10

By | Apr 29, 2021 | Reviews

Young Cable has become a very fascinating and lovable character throughout the Krakoa era of the X-Men. “Cable” #10 inches closer to the end of the series with another fun and exciting issue. Gerry Duggen digs deeper into current plotlines while also planting new ones, along with beautiful artwork by Phil Noto. Written by Gerry […]

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“Post York”

By | Apr 23, 2021 | Reviews

There are several progenitors to James Romberger’s newest graphic novel, “Post York,” recently released by Dark Horse: the original Eisner nominated short story, Romberger’s son’s rap song of the same name, and the ever-present awareness of the devastating effects humanity has on the environment. Told in three vignettes, this expanded story depicts a harsh future […]

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“The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” #1

By | Apr 23, 2021 | Reviews

We’ve been excited by “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” #1 since earlier this year, and we’re happy to report that it lives up to expectations. “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” #1 works on many levels. It’s got drama, romance, humor, and an immersive visual language. “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” pulls off […]

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“The Mighty Valkyries” #1

By | Apr 23, 2021 | Reviews

Life and death are peculiar things in the Marvel universe, but somewhere between the two, we have the Valkyries escorting the souls of the dead. Or we did, until they got wiped out in the “War of the Realms.” Then Jane Foster became Valkyrie, and brought back one more during “The King in Black.” So […]

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“Thirsty Mermaids”

By | Apr 22, 2021 | Reviews

Way hey row we go. To the bottom of the ocean, in a ship long lost, with booze long forgotten, except by our three rowdy, randy, and soon to be really fucked up mermaids. Grab your rum and get ready everyone, because tonight it’s time to go on an adventure with some “Thirsty Mermaids.” Written, […]

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“The Flash” #769

By | Apr 22, 2021 | Reviews

As one of the major changes in the ‘Infinite Frontier,’ Wally West is being set up as the Flash of Earth again. This status quo hasn’t been the case since 2008, when Barry Allen returned in the pages of “Final Crisis.” However, Wally isn’t quite there yet, and is currently on a journey through time, […]

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“Resonant” #9

By | Apr 22, 2021 | Reviews

“Resonant” #9 is our penultimate look at a strange world in which waves inspire human violence and depravity – and one man and his family struggle through. Warning: spoilers ahead. Written by David Andry Illustrated by Skylar Patridge Colored by Jason Wordie Lettered by Deron Bennett Paxton begins to lose himself, falling under the influence […]

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“The Old Guard: Tales Through Time” #1

By | Apr 22, 2021 | Reviews

Best for existing fans of the main series, these looks into the lives of militant immortals across the ages can prove entertaining for newcomers to “The Old Guard” as well. Written by Greg Rucka and Andrew Wheeler Illustrated by Leandro Fernández and Jacopo Camagni Colored by Daniela Miwa Lettered by Jodi Wynne A STAR-STUDDED ANTHOLOGY […]

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