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Post by thwhtguardian on Aug 28, 2019 12:30:50 GMT -5
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Post by thwhtguardian on Aug 28, 2019 14:16:59 GMT -5
TMNT #97Written by Kevin Eastman and Bobby Curnow Art by Michael Dialynas Summary: Karai makes her final move against Splinter and Clan Hamato to wrest control of the Foot once and for all.
Plot: Kevin Eastman and Bobby Curnow's new take on City at War comes to a crazy climax that easily tops anything from the original. Although some of the previous shocking twists(like Donnie's death) were ultimately undone it doesn't lessen the impact of those moments or mean that this team isn't taking any risks and the current predicament that Splinter is in looks like it might be the biggest yet. You'd think it might be tiring with big event after big event but the strong character moments in between keep you from getting tired out and here the character moments between Casey Jones and the newly mutated Jennika really keep the issue balanced.
Art: Dialynas isn't my favorite artist when it comes to portraying the turtles and the other mutants, but man does he know how to lay out action! The fight scenes between Karai and Splinter were spectacular and I can't wait to see more.
Grade:9/10
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Post by thwhtguardian on Aug 28, 2019 15:18:58 GMT -5
Manor Black #2Written by Cullen Bunn Art by Tyler Crook Summary: Sorcerer Roman Black introduces his mysterious ward to his family and things start to escalate quickly.
Plot: The new horror book by Bunn and Crook,who worked fantastically together on Harrow County, continues to build it's foreboding and mysterious atmosphere in its second issue. The world building around the Black family is fantastic, the power plays, the mystery of the blood and the wild magicians around the manor all bring together a sense that the counter on a bomb is quickly ticking down and I can't wait to see the explosion.
Art: Tyler Crook is probably my favorite artist next to Mike Mignola; his ability to deftly create with his imagery is just stunning. With out the use of any words from Bunn you'd feel the tension in these scenes from the posture of the characters and even the very framing of the scenes themselves. Every panel is seriously a work of art unto it self and I never get bored of seeing him work.
Grade:10/10 |
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Post by thwhtguardian on Aug 28, 2019 20:00:08 GMT -5
Marvel Comics #1000 is pretty difficult to review, there were a few entries that were fantastic, a few that were absolutely terrible and the rest were just kind of there. The mystery of the mask started out all right but as soon as it started looking cosmic its origin became clear and I'm not really sure I care to see where it goes which sort of ruins the connecting narrative of the book.
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Post by hondobrode on Aug 28, 2019 20:51:53 GMT -5
Thanks for pretty much confirming how I thought it would be.
Gotta say I really like that cover though.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 29, 2019 3:18:07 GMT -5
Marvel Comics #1000 is pretty difficult to review, there were a few entries that were fantastic, a few that were absolutely terrible and the rest were just kind of there. The mystery of the mask started out all right but as soon as it started looking cosmic its origin became clear and I'm not really sure I care to see where it goes which sort of ruins the connecting narrative of the book. It did a better job of being a story than the History of the Marvel Universe books have, but it largely wasn't great. I found the Memorium page surprisingly moving though - rather caught me off guard |
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Post by BigPapaJoe on Aug 30, 2019 7:20:11 GMT -5
House of X #3 Written by Johnathan Hickman Penciled/inked by Pepe Larraz  Great issue. Just like the previous week in Powers, things are starting to heat up. Still some non panel world building/exposition to be found, but it doesn't distract from the main story. The mission undertaken by Cyclops and his team to stop Nimrod from ever becoming essentially Nimrod carries a good amount of tension, and excitement. Also there is a scene back on Earth with Sabertooth in a courtroom that was interesting. I keep trying to see things from the mutant's perspective, and how they see the world. Xavier's crusade is taking the X-Men as a whole in a little bit of a darker turn against humanity than previous iterations. Like classic Magneto. There is still a much larger picture here that Hickman is painting with the multiple time realities, but I find the events in the X10 time era the most compelling. Larraz continues to turn in great work. I really liked his pencils here, and the backgrounds he was tasked to come up with due to the space setting were pretty remarkable. There is one panel with the X-Men's ship docking in space with the sun gleaming off of it, and it was beautiful. And this was also his best cover to date. |
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Post by BigPapaJoe on Aug 30, 2019 7:31:43 GMT -5
Superman #14 Written by Brian Michael Bendis Penciled by Ivan Reis  This book has really been treading down for me for a while. Just seems like the entire saga that Bendis set up with Superman's father, Krypton's secrets that led to it's demise, and Rogol Zaar just hasn't been that interesting for me. At least Rogol Zaar has finally been subdued with the help of Supergirl, Super son Jon, and Zod. Then of course there is a big reveal for Rogol Zaar himself, but it's essentially brushed over in 2 seconds as we get to the big reveal of Legion of Superheroes, who are finally back. I'm excited for that book moving forward, but they really kind of just show up randomly on the backs of a story that isn't that great. There is a multiple civilization planetary war that is halted, and it just feels like it's an excuse for us to get the Legion back. I dunno, just not feeling it. The art of Ivan Reis, Joe Prado, and Alex Sinclair continues to be some of the best in the business though. I feel like that alone is worth the ticket price. I'm sure for others that won't be quite enough. |
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Post by BigPapaJoe on Aug 30, 2019 7:39:36 GMT -5
Absolute Carnage #2 Written by Donny Cates Penciled by Ryan Stegman  Nice solid issue. It doesn't reach the highs of the first issue, but that was going to be an almost impossible task with how great it was in addition to it's extended length. Here, there is still the same amount of dread displayed by Carnage, and now Norman Osborne who is willfully relishing his new found dark glory. Venom, and Spiderman literally have their backs against the wall, and have to escape to formulate a new found strategy against a seemingly insurmountable foe. Brute force just won't work here. We also get a couple of guest stars that are in just as much peril as Venom and Spiderman are. The ending here cemented that no one is safe. Cates and Stegman are putting on quite a show. Might be a good idea to grab a seat if you haven't already. |
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Post by BigPapaJoe on Aug 30, 2019 7:48:21 GMT -5
Justice League Dark #14 Written by James Tynion IV Penciled by Alvaro Martínez Bueno  I hope James Tynion isn't losing his magic touch. Probably not, but since the Lords of Order arc concluded in issue 12, the team has been treading a little bit I feel. Of course, the annual also came out recently, which was additional story content that doesn't really get things rolling to the next hill. That's okay, since I'm still interested in the set up that is happening with Circe making her move after her little encounter with Lex Luthor. Wonder Woman has at least caught on to her pulling the strings. Also, an appearance by the Upside Down Man. Glad he hasn't gone away completely. Something also happened to Kirk this issue, so that might be a problem. Okay read, just want some more sizzle for next session. Still like Alvaro Martinez Bueno on pencils. |
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Post by BigPapaJoe on Aug 30, 2019 7:57:59 GMT -5
Doctor Strange #18 Written by Mark Waid Art by Jesus Saiz  Really sucks that this series is getting the boot, but hopefully the Doctor will be back sooner rather than later. This issue here is essentially a one shot, and I wouldn't be surprised if that is the rest of what is going to happen the last two issues after this. At any rate, Waid brought a decent short story to the table. More light heart, instead of dark, but that's fine. There is a rumor that Strange may just be on hiatus from his own title, since his role will be expanded on another title, but I'm not holding my breath. Even at 20 issues, this overall has been a quality run by Waid. I think Barry Kitson was the best artist from what I read, but Jesus Saiz has been okay mostly. |
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Post by BigPapaJoe on Aug 30, 2019 8:08:55 GMT -5
Batman/Superman #1 Written by Joshua Williamson Art by David Marquez  This was probably my favorite read this week. It was either that or House of X #3. For an initial issue, Williamson really blew the doors off. He gets the Superman/Batman dynamic right away. The back and forth slick banter, it works really well. The narrative even from the onset is a ticking time clock mystery against the Batman Who Laughs. I haven't read much of The Batman Who Laughs, but he is a really intelligent menace from what I do remember in Dark Knights: Metal I think it was. I really should pick up his solo title. Anyway, this title isn't slowed by a lot of exposition or anything like that. We are told what we need to know, and it isn't complex while still being intriguing. I really like the idea of a Superman/Batman title, but it hasn't always clicked from what I've looked into. This has the chance to be something really special. David Marquez on pencils/inks was something I was unsure about, but after the first issue here I'm all on board. The way he renders light and shadow in some of the panels has a perfect synergy with the vision that Williamson has as the writer. I'm really excited that this might be another top notch due for many issues to come. |
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Post by thwhtguardian on Aug 30, 2019 9:46:44 GMT -5
Batman/Superman #1 Written by Joshua Williamson Art by David Marquez This was probably my favorite read this week. It was either that or House of X #3. For an initial issue, Williamson really blew the doors off. He gets the Superman/Batman dynamic right away. The back and forth slick banter, it works really well. The narrative even from the onset is a ticking time clock mystery against the Batman Who Laughs. I haven't read much of The Batman Who Laughs, but he is a really intelligent menace from what I do remember in Dark Knights: Metal I think it was. I really should pick up his solo title. Anyway, this title isn't slowed by a lot of exposition or anything like that. We are told what we need to know, and it isn't complex while still being intriguing. I really like the idea of a Superman/Batman title, but it hasn't always clicked from what I've looked into. This has the chance to be something really special. David Marquez on pencils/inks was something I was unsure about, but after the first issue here I'm all on board. The way he renders light and shadow in some of the panels has a perfect synergy with the vision that Williamson has as the writer. I'm really excited that this might be another top notch due for many issues to come. The dynamic relationship between Superman and Batman has long been a favorite of mine but I detest the whole concept of the Metal event so this is a hard pass for me until they move onto something else. |
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Post by james on Aug 30, 2019 15:33:05 GMT -5
Wasn't sure whether to post here or in the new comics board but out of curiosity anyone buying this ? I know I am not buying it. I have no interest with cover price. Never cared for 1 page per creative team approach ever since Marvel's Heroes for Hope (bought it because it was a good cause).
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Post by Icctrombone on Aug 30, 2019 17:48:13 GMT -5
I bought it on Wednesday but haven’t read it.
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