Brent Jackson Comic Reviews

I am ragging pretty hard on this issue, but it is more because I feel the story is actually a pretty good concept that just was not executed well in comic book format. The pacing of the story is off and the art just does not have that quality that this series needs. There are a lot of good things in Aberrant #1, like the fantastic clothing detail and an interesting story concept. It is just that the bad far outweighs the good in this instance.

Absolute Carnage #2 is a solid entry to the event series. There are a ton of tie-ins to this that you may or may not need to check out. This issue alludes to some of them and they are all pretty solid on their own. Note you may want to read this issue before you check those out if you don't want some spoilers.

Actionverse #1 Stray is a very interesting comic, I love looking back on a hero's past and seeing how he came to be and how it will affect his future, the writing is superb in this Issue. The first five pages of the series will have the reader clamoring for more, but the resulting pages are a bit of a turn off for the series. The story will have me coming back for more, while I hope the art can be improved upon in the next issue or so.

All around, this is a pretty solid one-shot story. Cullen Bunn makes the battle between Moon Knight and Kang interesting and fun, while the art team delivers some delightful visuals of Moon Knight throughout time. Plus I am always happy to get some Moon Knight in my life. We have got some interesting one-shot Moon Knight stories here recently with this and the short story in Marvel Comics Presents #4. We should be getting more on the way, as well, as I have heard rumors about an ongoing comic series in, possibly, December? Plus, obviously, the biggest news of Moon Knight coming to the MCU with his own Disney+ show!

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With a guy like James Stokoe on a book, you know you are in for a treat. His art is like no one else in the comic book industry and he plays effectively well into the Aliens world. Aliens: Dead Orbit is just scary, gruesome fun that is not to be missed, even if you are not a fan of the Aliens franchise you are going to want to pick this up for the art alone. Each issue is a wonder to open up and a feast for the eyes and Stokoe is a fantastic story teller building up tension and leaving the reader wanting and waiting for more!

Aliens Dead Orbit #3 is another fantastic issue in this four issue mini-series. Stokoe understands the Aliens franchise and plays with the Xenomorph characters well. As stated earlier it is a simple "basic" story, but that is the thing if you do the "basics" well they always work and Stokoe is doing them almost perfectly. Things seem to go from bad, to worse, to certain death for Wascylewski and this Issue is no different.

Aliens Dead Orbit has been a wonderful, horrific series that let James Stokoe loosein the Aliens universe. While the story did not do anything majorly crazy it was successful in telling a very creepy story that played with a lot of the tropes from the Aliens mythos. Stokoe's art shone brilliantly throughout this series and shows why he is one of the best in the business right now. This is a great series for Aliens fans and comic book fans alike!

With shows like The Americans and Black Widow recently premiering. Russian spies living in America is like the "thing" right now it feels like. Almost American #1 has a solid hook in actually having the actual spies consult on the series about their lives, but the whole first issue falters in a very uneventful affair.

I haven't been into Spider-Man for quite a long time, but with this new creative team, they have reinvigorated the Wall Crawler! Not that the series was bad before; it is just nice to have a new voice on the series now. The Parker luck has struck again and Peter must pull his life back together. The Spider-Man may be down but he is not out, and he is looking to climb back on top!

Amazing Spider-Man #17 was a great start to this "The Hunted" storyline and really just a fantastic read. Spencer does a superb job with not only the story and plot, but all the characters involved. The art team does a fantastic job as well, delivering some stand out pages. There are a lot of issues coming out for this storyline (it has a checklist) coming out bi-weekly so the artist will change, but if we keep switching between Ramos and Ottley then we are in for a heck of a ride!

Amazing Spider-Man #17 was a great start to this "The Hunted" storyline and really just a fantastic read. Spencer does a superb job with not only the story and plot, but all the characters involved. The art team does a fantastic job as well, delivering some stand out pages. There are a lot of issues coming out for this storyline (it has a checklist) coming out bi-weekly so the artist will change, but if we keep switching between Ramos and Ottley then we are in for a heck of a ride!

Amber Blake #1, unfortunately, is not a great first issue. It feels like the story tried to stuff way too much into the first issue and it was not paced well enough. Too much is thrown at the reader and nothing really sticks. The art, for the most part, was solid; the change in style toward the end does throw the tone of the issue off, though. Amber Blake #1 has your basic revenge plot thing that has been done a lot. It is not a bad thing, but if you are going to do something that is done to death, you are going to have to have an interesting character or something that set it apart story-wise. Amber Blake #1 has none of that.

The issue is a lot of fun to read. The dialogue is clean and crisp and will have you chuckling throughout the issue. The art is fantastic as well. Burnett's energetic animated style and Spicer's wonderful colors does not disappoint visually. For me, though there is just something missing from Ant-Man #1. Something in the story that really grabs you and gets you invested in Scott Lang's adventure?

Asgardians of The Galaxy #1 is a fun book; it finds that nice balance between being serious and a little goofy at the same time. Bunn does a great job of pacing this first issue while getting his team together and laying out the drivingforce of the story. The art looks great as well, with some great character work from Lolli and some dynamic colors by Federico Blee. I was not too excited about this series when it was first announced but now I cannot wait until issue #2 comes out!

I am in a bit of a conundrum with Atlantis Wasn't Built for Tourists #1. Delightful sinister/uneasy vibe that was at the start of the story. It had a nice mystery feel to it. It still has a nice mystery feel at the end, as well. The characters are well done and it had a feel like the Wayward Pines television show. The art was also excellent throughout the issue.

Atlantis Wasn't Built for Tourists #2 continues to build upon its mysteries. I was not sure how this issue would go after the first issue, but it continues to keep the reader engaged and keeps you guessing throughout the story. It also doesn't hurt it is right at Halloween time and this has vampires and monsters in it, to my delight. Atlantis Wasn't Built for Tourists #2 builds upon the mystery of Atlantis, Oregon, and opens up a ton of new developments.

Overall Avengers #1 is a solid start to a "new" series and a pretty good jumping-on point for new readers. Nothing really crazy or exciting happens; Avengers #1 is more of a getting the gang back together/new threat arrives start of the story. While overall not the most exciting issue ever, Aaron does have me excited to see what comes next in the story and to actually see this "new" "old" group of Avengers come together to battle a threat no one hero could take down.

The Avengers #2 is good, but for me, not quite what it could be. While I am enjoying the mystery of the story it feels like it could be cut down a little and tapered. It feels like too many things are going on at once and is not focused. The art is good, but I am not convinced Ed McGuinness is right for this series. Thor's hammer varies from page to page in size and there are a few awkwardly placed panels. It is not that this is bad, there is a lot I like about this series, it is just that it could and should be better than it is.

The Avengers #8 also serves as a great jumping on point for new readers as well. If you haven't been read The Avengers I highly recommend jumping on now with this issue!

The Avengers #14 had everything I wanted from this storyline. We are dropped right into the vampire civil war and the hunt for Dracula. Aaron toes that nice line of serious yet funny at the same time perfectly. The art from Marquez, Ponsor & Arciniega is just spectacular. I didn't want this issue to be done. As soon as I got to the final page I wanted more immediately, and that is probably some of the best praise I can give to a comic.

Man, I do not know if I can explain in words how much fun I am having reading this Vampire Civil War story arc. From the Shadow of the Unliving characters, to Blade wielding nunchucks and spouting goofy vampire puns, to everyone being concerned about Dracula, this is just too much fun! The Avengers #15 was just a pure pleasure of a comic book to read. Aaron continues to toe perfectly that line of keeping the story serious yet being a little silly at the same time. I can't say enough good things about the art"truly just tremendous work form Marquez and Arciniega once again!

The Kingdom of Vampires storyline has been a ton of fun for me to read. I have enjoyed everything Jason Aaron has done with it throughout this story arc. The Avengers #17 just felt a little too rushed, though. Everything got taken care of just a little bit too easily. The art, as always, looks fantastic and is just a delight. I wish Aaron could have taken one more issue with this storyline to give it what it needed. But the big War of the Realms event is coming up next, so I guess that is why The Avengers #17 had to be wrapped up quickly.

I am a little hesitant on Avengers #33. I definitely liked it and will be following this storyline, but I did not love it as much I was expecting. Maybe I over-hyped it too much? Or the long layoff didn't help? I just felt a bit underwhelmed by the end of the issue. Nothing was really technically wrong with the issue. The story was fun and intriguing and Aaron got the pieces together to start it off. Plus I did like his writing of Moon Knight. The art is also solid, as well. There are some great sequences in the book and all the character designs are fantastic.

I just couldn't get into The Avengers #34, which is strange, because I liked the previous issue and I am a big Moon Knight fan. The pacing and storytelling just felt off. The dialogue for Moon Knight and other characters just did not seem to fit, either. The art, while not bad, still didn't feel as connective as the previous issue. It kind of brought down the hype for me for the "Age of Khonshu" storyline some. I am hoping the next two issues will get me back on board.

So, obviously I was not the biggest fan of The Avengers #37 or this "Age of Khonshu" storyline. It wasn't horrible but it also did not live up to the hype I had for it, either. I can't complain too much; this issue did have some werewolves in it, and I can't help but smile seeing Captain America fight mummies and werewolves around Halloween time.

Now I would not jump on this if I had never read a Hellboy story before; because, yes, then you would be totally lost. Having that basic knowledge of what the BPRD organization is is essential. Other than that you can totally jump on this story and have an enjoyable reading experience. This issue feels like the first 30 minutes of a good movie. We have a lot of stuff happening, and I am not really sure what is going on, but I cannot wait to see where the story takes me!

I was completely surprised by how much I enjoyed this issue, especially jumping on at the end of a story arc. Hope Larson did a fantastic job of conveying the story and getting the major points across throughout the issue and just made it a really enjoyable read; I actually did not even know this was the finale to a story arc until the final page with the credits, for all I knew this was a one-shot story until then, which is a great credit to Hope Larson in my eyes. The art is wonderful and really helps enhance the storytelling with great pacing and cartooning all around. Batgirl #17 was just a good comic book and with the next story being entitled "Home for the Holidays" you bet I am sticking around!

I can't judge Batgirl #29 on the overall story because I haven't been following along, since I just jumped on this issue. I can say I was still really surprised she was still dealing with the whole Dark Web villain thing. It was, though, all-around a pretty solid comic book. I enjoyed Batgirl struggling with having to go into her surgery and her courage to talk to her dad about being scared more than the whole stopping Grotesque plot. The art was pretty good; again, nothing tremendously stands out as good or bad.

Batgirl #34 is a solid issue and a pretty good jumping-on point for new readers. I like the plot and storytelling, though some of the internal dialogue may need a little work. The art, for the most part, is stellar as well; a few minor facial expression details, though.

Batgirl #35 is a fun issue. I also like that this is a three-issue story arc. It is paced very well. I still have the same complaints from the last issue, but overall, I enjoyed this issue of Batgirl. The "A" "B" & "C" plots all help fill out the issue and make for some interesting developments. I like the Batman '66 type vibe with the villains and deathtraps. All around just a fun comic book read.

P.S. If you were wondering, I am still indecisive about the Terrible Trio and their masks. On one hand, I do like the campiness of having the group of villains being regular people in masks. It has that nice Batman '66 feel to it. On the other hand, those masks are way too detailed to be masks, plus I would like the overall weirdness of these being regular people with animal heads.

I haven't read the adventures of Barbara Gordon in a while but I felt right at home with Batgirl #41. Though I jumped in on part 5 of an ongoing story, it wasn't hard to get caught up with what was happening. The story was fun and engaging and the art looks great. Still, maybe not the best place to jump in if you have never read Batgirl. But, hey, you got to start somewhere.

Batman Annual #3 is a fantastic one-shot story told from Alfred's perspective. It has a ton of heart to it and if you do not smile at the ending you might want to check your pulse! The creative team did a fantastic job. Taylor and Schmidt make a really good team that I would like to see work again together in the future. One thing that I love about this is you don't have to be following the current Batman to enjoy this story, you just need general knowledge about the Caped Crusader (in this day in age, about everyone knows the basics). With just the basic knowledge you can pick up Batman Annual #3 and read acomplete and totally enjoyable story!

Not being a regular Batman reader I did really enjoy this issue.Tom King writes Batman and Catwoman as a pretty good couple and the story seems like it is taking an interesting direction; couple that with a really good art team in Jolle Jones and Jordie Bellaire and I think I may stick with this for a few issues and see where it takes me. On a side note, I do know one thing about Batman, it is not good to be a horse around him and that definitely stays true in this issue!

Batman #38 is another fantastic entry into Tom King's run on this series. Batman #38 is a nice "one and done" story that has Batman doing a lot of detectivework. The trend of impressive art also continues with this issue as Travis Moore and Giulia Brusco shine. As someone who is not normally a Batman fan, I continue to find myself intrigued by this series. King continues to bring new things to the table and, for now, he has me reading Batman regularly.

This "Super Friends" story arc and the Batman getting married story arc as a whole is just way better than it really should be. Tom King just has a way of making these stories super interesting. I love the dialogue between the characters and just the whole story that is happening. The cherry on top is having superstar artists like Jolle Jones and Jordie Bellaire; Batman #39 is just wonderful to look at. Dealing with Batman's relationships has turned into a great storyline, and I got to reference the Biz Markie "Just a Friend"! I would never have thought I would get to do that talking about a Batman comic book.

For me Batman #50 was okay; having all the different artists was awesome. The story was interesting and I liked the actual ending, though I can't talk about one thing without spoiling it. I can see why people are upset that this was spoiled, but like I said earlier, that spoiler is not the biggest reveal. I do like what the ending sets up and it actually has me very interested in the stories to come.

I have stated plenty of times before that I am not a big fan of Batman. But you give me an introspective/brooding Bruce Wayne with a good crime drama, add in some Lee Weeks sequential art, and I am sold. Some people will probably still be upset that this does not directly address the whole marriage thing and/or the whole Bane situation. That is understandable, but I like that King is going for the slow burn with this story and letting it build.

Batman #52 is another great issue in this series. Tom King continues to weave a tale that on paper soundslike it should not work, but somehow it does so well. Lee Weeks andElizabeth Breitweiser continue to deliver some incredibleartwork, filling Batman #52 with some wonderful scenes. I also get an almost nostalgic vibe of Batman the Animated series from these past two issues. From a combination of the artwork and the structure of the storyline, it feels like this story would fit perfectly well in that world.

While Batman #53 does end this story rather abruptly and leaves a few threads dangling, overall it is a good issue and probably ends this story before it got stale. I am going to miss Lee Weeks on sequential art. I need more of that in my life. That goes for Elizabeth Breitweiser on colors as well.

Batman/Superman #1 is a great start to this series. Even if you are not familiar with the whole Batman Who Laughs stuff going on in the DCU you can still pick this up and thoroughly enjoy yourself. The story and mystery are delightfully engaging and the artwork is some of the best you will see on the stands.

Batman/Superman #1 is a great start to this series. Even if you are not familiar with the whole Batman Who Laughs stuff going on in the DCU you can still pick this up and thoroughly enjoy yourself. The story and mystery are delightfully engaging and the artwork is some of the best you will see on the stands.

Though Batman/Superman #2 didn't fully hold my attention storywise until the end, I did enjoy the overall read. The visuals once again are outstanding. Marquez and Snchez make a great team and I cannot wait to see Marquez work on other DC characters. Williamson sets up a nice twist for the next issue and ongoing that has me anticipating the next issue.

While I was not the biggest fan of the first series I still liked it and, with the start of Batman TMNT II #1, I feel like I might enjoy the sequel more. With Tynion exploring Donnie's inner turmoil about lagging behind his brothers and with some energetic art by Williams and Colwell,Batman TMNT II is off to a great start. Fans of both series will find something to enjoy with Batman TMNT II #1, and with five more issues to go, things look like they will get even crazier!

I can't say that I really enjoyed Batman TMNT II #2 that much. The story was okay, but it read really fast and it felt like not that much really happened. The art continues to be good; Freddie Williams II definitelyhas a dynamic style that sets him apart from other artists and is uniquelyhis own. Maybe it is because I am a Turtle fanboy and I do not really care for Batman or like the Turtles playing second fiddle to him, but this series so far is not keeping me very interested or excited to read it at the moment. Don't get me wrong, all in all it is a good comic with a great creative team, I just don't think this second outing of this team up is for me.

Batman Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 is another great team up mini series from IDW comics and DC comics. This time they bring together two animated universes and knock it out of the park. This is a great all ages book! Older fans of the Batman Adventure comics or Batman the Animated series will love revisiting the style and characters of that universe, while younger fans of the most recent TMNT animated series and comic series from Nickelodeon will be right at home with these Turtles. Writer Matthew K. Manning does a great job with combining these universes and making sure fans of either one are not lost or confused and the art team knocks it out of the park with great style! While it doesn't break the mold, it's a fun book that everyone can enjoy!

Overall Batman/TMNT Adventures #2 is as good as a set up issue can be. We get the usually hero's meet up hero's fight trope, which if I had not seen in the previous Mini series of Batman/TMNT mini series might have been a little more interesting. It was still fun to see these versions of the characters going at it and it has some geniunely funny jokes in it! This book is still a lot of fun and is a great all ages book that comics desperately need. Besides a little hiccup the art on a few pages, it still looks good and does a great job o meshing together two animated stylings. Now that the set up is over we can get into the meat of the series with issue #3 and that has me excited!

Batman: Last Knight on Earth #1 is a good start to this three-part mini-series. If you like this creative team's run on Batman then there is nothing here you shouldn't enjoy. Snyder weaves an interesting new narrative for the Batman. And the series has a bit of a Head Lopper vibe (no spoilers, but look at the cover). The art team is, once again, fantastic. They catch the tone and feel of this series perfectly. A lot of times these "Elseworlds" stories are some of the best and it looks like this might be one of them.

Batman The Drowned #1 is a pretty good tie-in issue to DC's ongoing Metal event. This dark multi-verse Batman definitely has some problems going on with her and Dan Abnett brings out her darkness onto the page. The art team does a good job of blending together and bringing this story to life. If you want to follow this storyline you will have to pick up Batman The Merciless when it comes out. While I am not sure how pertinent it is to read this to the ongoing event or if it will really matter if you read all of these tie-ins or not, but it is pretty cool to get another backstory to these dark-universe Batman's and really come on how can you not laugh that this Batman's love was named "Sylvester" that is just classic right there!

Batman The Merciless #1 was a pretty good read; I was not as much into the story as in Batman The Drowned #1, but it was an okay set up for this dark Batman. I am still not sure how pertinent this is to the main Metal event going on and if you will have to read these for the main series to make more sense or not, but it is nice to have a backstory to all these new characters being introduced.

Batman White Knight #1 is a good start to this seven issue mini-series, while the story does feel a little long in some parts it mostly flows nicely at setting up everything for the rest of the series. The most intriguing part is how this story is going to play out over seven issues, what is really happening with Batman and The Joker. The staying point is having Sean Murphy and Matt Hollingsworth on art they are truly a "dynamic duo" that will have me picking up the series no matter where the story goes!

As a Daniel Warren Johnson fanboy, I was extremely excited that he was doing a five-issue mini-series at Marvel. He knocks it out of the park with Beta Ray Bill #1. From art to story Johnson delivers once again. He hits on some wonderful emotional beats in this first issue, while also delivering some delightful action scenes. He also details the story well, so if you have not been following along with King in Black don't worry you can hop onto Beta Ray Bill #1 and enjoy without fear of being lost or confused. This is a ride everyone can hop on and enjoy.

I cannot feel that anyone can be disappointed with this series so far. It has been a great start and Beta Ray Bill #2 kicks the story into full gear. With some surprising twists and turns and some interesting characters popping up, it is a wild story full of fun, action, adventure, and powerful emotion. The art is incredible and an absolute delight to look at every single panel and page. If you like good comic books you are doing yourself a disservice in not picking this up.

If you love wild and fun adventurous stories you need to be reading Beyond the Breach. A mix of adventure, sword and sorcery and sci-fi the creative team delivers and epic fun adventure that is just getting started in this second issue. From the wild visuals to the odd scenarios it is a series that will keep your on your toes and a smile on your face from page to page.

Beyond the Breach keeps getting better and better with every issue. Brisson continues to build up this wild world superbly well with some fantastic characters and exciting story, while the art team of Damian Courceiro and Patricio Delpeche deliver spectacular visuals throughout the issue. If you are looking for a comic that is wildly entertaining then look no further.

Bitter Root #1 is a solid piece of work. You can feel the creators passion for the project throughout the pages. If the story didn't switch up too often it would almost be a perfect book. I love the characters, the story concept and the art is absolutely incredible. Do yourself a favor and pick up Bitter Root #1 this week.

Bitter Root #2 delivers an exciting read and makes this series a must-read for me. I have some slight hang-upsstory-wise and do wish it slowed down a little bit to give us more character connection, but overall is a great read. The dialogue is fantastic and the plot has some nice twists and turns. The art continues to be wonderfully done as Sanford Greene delivers some of his best work to date. In my opinion, you are doing yourself a disservice if you are not reading Bitter Root.

Bitter Root #3 is another excellent entry to this series. While it does feel like the story is missing a little something to make it truly great and the art in this issue does not feel as "tight" as the previous two, you still are not going to want to miss out. Some crazy things happen in this issue and things are not looking good for the Sangerye family!

Black Badge #1 has peaked my interest. The concept of Scouts being used as special military agents is a novel idea and the characters introduced in this first issue seem like they have a lot going for them. I am excited to see what this creative team does with this story. It is hard to tell exactly were Black Badge is going after this first issue but it makes me want to find out!

In my opinion, after this second issue, Black Badge is hanging on just by the concept and how much I liked the creative team's previous series, Grass Kings. The art seems to have a few more hiccups than I normally see from this team, and if the story does not pick up I can't really see myself staying on much longer.

I want to like Black Badge but Black Badge #3 continues to solidify why I just can't get into it. There is no real character development or anything to hold onto as a reader. These kids keep just going on missions and talking about losing one of their teammates, but we still do not know much about the kids themselves. Or not enough to really care about why they are doing the things they are doing. The concept for the series is great but the execution continues to fail to excite me enough to continue with this series for now.

With a new TV series on the horizon, it is about time Black Lightning got back in the DCU. With Black Lightning #1 (Cold Dead Hands part 1 of 6), he gets back into the fold. While not a perfect starting point for new fans, it does a serviceable job of introducing Black Lightning and starts off the series with some twist and turns. The art is very bold and does definitely catch the reader's attention more than the story does. While it is good to haveJefferson Pierce back in comic book form, I am not sure if this is his best outing.

Black Panther and the Agents of Wakanda #1 is an okay start to a new series. I like the idea of the group and it certainly has some very interesting characters. I will be interested to see what Zub does with them in the future once he gets his footing with all of them. The art, while not bad, also doesn't really stand out either. That is probably the biggest thing that might hinder this series, especially being the first issue. Nothing really stands out about it.

Looking for a Noir/Crime/Mystery comic with all types of fantasy creatures to boot well look no further than Blood Brothers #1 (of 4). Javier Caba and Fabian Rangel Jr. have crafted an entertaining series (that was apparently a successful Kickstarter before being picked up by Dynamite Entertainment) that will have you dying to read the next issue. Blood Brothers is a wonderful concept that really stretches the boundaries of the imagination, yes it throws you into the story without much explanation but that is also part of the mystery, we just have to trust the creators that everything will make sense and to sit back and enjoy the ride!

Blood Brothers is just plain and simple a good time! With a noir/crime/mystery story coupled with the crazy backdrop of this supernatural city, it is something that will leave a smile on your face from beginning to end. For me, there is really nothing to not like about this book. Sure there may be some little nitpick here or there, but it is just too much fun to hate (it has a luchador fighting werewolves on the cover for crying out loud!). Will the brothers get any closer to solving the mystery of the stolen skull or will they be outwitted by a mysterious ghoul?

Blood Brothers #3 is just another wonderful entry into this series and with only one more issue to go the brothers are on the trail to solve this mystery. With great story telling and fantastic cartooning Blood Brothers is the sleeper hit of the summer in comics. There is honestly not much I do not like about this series. It's it has action, comedy, mystery and all kinds of crazy creatures. I am all in on this series and cannot wait to see what happens when the brothers finally solve this mystery and what comes next!

Blood Brothers is a fantastic series and will continue to recommend it to anybody and everybody! It is really just the epitome of a fun comic book. This story arc wraps up nicely in issue #4 and we are left with a great cliffhanger, so hopefully, this series will continue beyond these four issues. The creative team has done a tremendous job with this series and made it into a must-read comic book series that blends action, drama, and comedy all into one great series.

I really liked the story being told in Blue Beetle #14, it is a good start to this new story arc and a really good spot for new readers to jump on. The art while not terrible could still be improved on to add more dynamics to the story being told. All in all the story being told is good enough for me to look over the art hiccups and I am interested to see where this new creative team takes the Blue Beetle to.

Overall Bob: Non-Union Psychic #1is a delightfully fun read. It has a great concept and you can tell the creative team is having fun makingthis book. If you are looking for something a little bit different in a comic then maybe a psychic barber who solves ancient mysteries with his dead grandpa is right up your alley!

Break Out #1 has a strong core but is missing something in the story/art to make it stand out. The story concept isnt going to blow your hair back, but really no concept is, every story has been told it is more of what you do with it and the first issue does not offer us anything different or a hook to keep us engaged. It is missing some pizzazz in the art department and the story has yet to let us latch onto the characters. It is not a bad book but, it just needs a little something extra that hopefully the second issue will deliver.

All in all, Buffy the Vampire Slayer #1 was a good start for BOOM! Studios' updated relaunch of the series. As someone who has no feelings for the show good or bad, I had a pretty good time. Jordie Bellaire did a good job of bringing the reader into the story and not letting you feel lost or like you had missed something. The art team is excellent and, as always, does an incredible job. I would be very interested to hear from actual Buffy fans what they thought of the issue in the comments. For me, though, this has me on for at least a few more issues; and, hey, it might light that fire to start season 1 episode 1!

Buffy the Vampire Slayer #2 is a solid entry to the series, but I can't help but feel, storywise, as a newcomer to the Buffy franchise, that I am missing a little something. The art is my main staying point for right now. Dan Mora always impresses me with his visuals. I am sticking with Buffy the Vampire Slayer for now. It does have some interesting plot points that have me hanging on. Hopefully, once the series gets going everything clears up a little bit more.

It kind of feels like a 1980s-1990s animated film. You know, like The Secret of NIMH, The Iron Giant, The Land Before Time. Sometimes you get that feeling like "geez… this is a little grim and dire" but it has that joyfulness to it as well. I think the book's tagline captures the book perfectly: "Part Fantasy. Part Adventure. All Heart". That is all you need to know about Canto #1.

Canto #2 is a great entry into a surprisingly good new book from IDW Publishing.

Canto #3 is another great entry in this series. Our hero, Canto, continues to explore the world outside of his city's borders. He is finally free, but he does not let that deter him from his mission to save his love. The story is exciting and adventurous with tons of heart through and through. The art fits the story perfectly well and delivers some magnificent visuals. This is a great all-ages comic book, I feel you could give this to anyone probably 6 and up and they would really enjoy it.

Canto #4 is just, plain and simple, a very well done comic book. The pacing is perfect for a six-issue story and everything felt like it "fit" story-wise with what was happening in the issue. I was just captured by the story and excited to turn the page to see what happens next. The art continues to be splendidly well done and fits perfectly for the story.

Though the story may not get pushed along as much as I would like, Canto #5 is another excellent issue in this series and has me very excited to see what happens in the final issue of this mini-series. The action sequences depicted in this issue are superbly done and it is a visual treat to look at the pages. We only have one more issue to go: will Canto retrieve his love's heart and save the day, or is there something more sinister at hand?

Canto #6 is a great ending to this series. It ends the story in a surprising, touching way and the tag line "Part Fantasy. Part Adventure. All Heart" has never been truer than at the end. The creative team has done an exceptional job with this all-ages story. This is how you do an all-ages comic book! It has got action, adventure and an emotional story that doesn't talk down to its readers, nor is it afraid to get a little dark and grim at times.

Canto III: Lionhearted #1 is a great start to the continuing adventure of Canto. The team adds another layer to the character as he leads the fight against the Shrouded Man. The series continues to be a wonderful story of perseverance and heart. Canto brings a sense of hope to the world that we all need.

Canto III: Lionhearted #2 has been one of my favorite single issues of the series so far. That is coming from guy that has enjoyed every issue of this series so far. Obviously, not a good jumping on point, but if you have been following along with Canto's adventures this builds upon that story amazingly well. Some solid action, some lovely plot points built upon and the heart of Canto we have all come to love. Three volumes in and I still find myself captured by the story of this little tin man.

For me Canto III: Lionhearted #4 is a perfect comic book. The story builds upon its past while delivering a tremendously emotional issue. The dialogue is sharp and heart wrenching and the story will have you standing up and cheering by the end of it, while also hotly anticipating the next issue. The art is superbly well detailed and captures all the emotions of the story in a beautiful visual display. If you have not been reading Canto then you are doing yourself a disservice, each time I do not think it can get any better, but this creative team keeps proving me delightfully wrong every time I open up the pages!

I have said this a lot but, Canto is more of one of those all-ages series that is going to make you tear up or get some dust in your eyes. That is what I continue to love about it, Canto III is a fantastic story, and it is charming, funny and action packed something all-ages can enjoy but that is also not letting that aspect get in the way of the story telling. So, what happens in the final issue is anybodys guess, and I do not know if I am prepared to read it!

Canto III: Lionhearted #6 is a hard one for me to put the score on for the story. On one part I am disappointed we did not get that big battle that has been brewing for a long time, it kind of left this installment off with a whimper of sorts and it felt a little rushed. On the other hand it sets up some extremely exciting things that I cannot wait to see! Plus Booher continues to make Canto a character that captures my heart and mind; this issue has tons of emotion to it. I am hardly ever disappointed with the art in this series, though I mean we better get to see Zucker unleash on a big battle in the next installment or we riot! All in all it caps of another fantastic installment into this epic of a series. I would not even call this issue "bad", but not what I was expecting or hoping for. It still delivers some great story points and has me itching for the next and final installment of Canto's epic coming this summer!

Canto is a fantastic concept for a character and world. The book, from a creative standpoint, is all very well done, from story to art. It is also a great book for kids and adults alike. I am pretty sure I said something like this in my review of Canto #1 but this feels like those animated films that are kid-friendly but have some darker hints to them. The tone and feel of the series are just perfect from my standpoint and they continue to shine in Canto and the Clockwork Fairies #1.

It continues to be the best all-ages comic out there. Scratch that"just one of the best comic books out there, period, that just happens to be all-ages. The series continues to stay true to its original tagline "Part Fantasy. Part Adventure. All Heart." Don't miss out!

Canto continues to deliver each and every issue. This new volume is off to a fantastic start and off in an exciting new direction. Canto continues to be a wonderful character that has been developed well. The creative team continues to just be firing on all cylinders. The story in Canto II: The Hollow Men #2 is a bit heartbreaking, but yet, uplifting as well. The group's journey is off to a rocky start but hard times will never stop Canto!

Man, if you haven't been reading Canto then you are really missing out on something special. The creative team has been firing on all cylinders since the first volume and Canto II: The Hollow Men #3 continues the trend. It has just been a wonderful journey so far, and things are heating up in this second volume.

While the start of Canto II: The Hollow Men #4 was not the strongest, in my opinion, the second half of the book was fabulous. It is a great way to end the issue and will have you clamoring for the next! Canto is a must-read series, full of action, adventure, and heart. It's something kids and adults can all enjoy. Everything in Canto just fits the art- and stor-work tremendously well together to bring this story to life.

If you have been following along with Canto's journey (if not why haven't you? It is one of the best series out on the shelves right now) then stop reading this and just go buy Canto and the City of Giants #1. If you are a dummy and haven't been following Canto's adventure then you got some catching up to do. Go pick up the trade of Canto I: If I Only Had a Heart and pre-order Canto II: The Hollow Men (available in June), then come back here. But, back to this series, another great entry into Canto's world. Booher does a tremendous job of switching up the story with the start of this series. I love that Canto is having to do something a little bit different here and we are getting to see another side of our little tin hero. The art though maybe not as strong as normal is still very solid and fits the themes and tone so far.

Captain America #695 is about as good as a Captain America book could be coming out of the "Secret Empire" event series. With the whole Hydra Cap thing, Sam Wilson being Captain America, and a host of other things going on, it was nice to see Steve Rogers get "back to the basics." One of my favorite things"whether it be in writing, sports, or whatever"is the occasional fun, flashy, and exciting moment. But those need to be used sparingly and the old saying always true: the basics always work. I mean, that is why they are called "basic fundamentals!" While Captain America #695 is not the greatest story ever told, it is a good start and it is great to have "basic" Captain America back.

Captain America battles the new Swordsman in Captain America #696, Steve continues to travel America to find himself and let the American people know what Captain America stands for. These one-and-done stories have been great so far and have really helped reestablish the greatness of Steve Rogers. I also really like the short essays in the back with creators writing about what Captain America means to them; they have been very interesting so far. It is not a spoiler (it is on the cover), but I am super excited for issue #697, as Kraven the Hunter is showing up and I am hotly anticipating seeing a full comic of Samnee drawing him!

Overall, I am absolutely loving Captain America right now. I like that Steve is going on these little adventures through the Marvel Universe and we are learning, once again, what makes Steve Rogers such a great superhero. Captain America #697 features Kraven the Hunter, a fun interaction between a hero and villain that I have not read before. The art continues to be stunning and delightful to gaze over. Captain America is in a heap of trouble and this issue ends with a shocking cliff-hanger. You are not going to want to miss Captain America #697!

For me, Captain America #699 was a nearly perfect Captain America story. We get Cap standing up for the little guy, making big speeches and throwing his shield. Add that tosome magnificent artwork and you got yourself one heck of a superhero comic book. I loved every minute of this issue. This surprisedme becauseI was not the biggest fan of the previous issue, and then this comes along and totally redeems itself!

Mark Waid, Chris Samnee, and Matthew Wilson have definitelyput their stamp on Captain America. They have told a wonderful trove of stories throughoutthese past5 issues and Captain America #700 is a shining achievement. Waid is staying on after this issue as the writer but Chris Samnee is gone (hopefully Matthew Wilson is staying on), so there will be big shoes to fill in Captain America #701. But for now, just enjoy a delightful Captain America story that will remind you why Steve Rogers is Captain America and why he is so revered among the Marvel Heroes and someone we can all look up to!

Overall Captain America #2 is a solid issue. I like the story Ta-Nehisi Coates is telling with the public not trusting Steve, and his self-doubts. I do wish we learned more about this Power Elite group though. The art is bold and dynamic and definitely delivers that "superhero" look to Captain America. It is very dark and gloomy but it fits the mood and tone of the story well. Captain America #2 has a pretty good cliffhanger that has me interested to see where Coates is taking this.

Carnage: Black, White & Blood #3 is a solid collection of three short stories. The other two stories are solid in their own rights but the standout is "No Survivors" by Dan Slott and Greg Smallwood. It is an incredible psychological thriller of a short story, something that will stick with you for a while after reading it.

Category Zero #1 is another more realistic look at superheroes. This has been done a lot, but so have many other story tropes. The key will be if the creators can make this a truly original story and set it apart from everything else. It gets off to a pretty solid start; not the greatest #1 issue ever, but I will be on board for at least one more issue to see where it goes. The art is solid comic book art; I have my likes and dislikes, I would have really liked to have seen more background detail to really bring this world to life though. Overall Category Zero #1 is an interesting concept that we will have to wait and see if it fully blooms or dwindles away.

Cold Blood Samurai #1 is an excellent issue and sets up a lot for the series going forward. It catches that tone and feeling of the movies it is inspired by perfectly. From the dialogue and narration to the art, everything works perfectly together. Not that it is a perfect first issue; it did take a little extra attention to get all the details. It has me excited to see what comes next. Really, that is is all you can ask for in a first issue. It sets up a good story and characters and has me anticipating what comes next.

Cold Blood Samurai reminds me a lot of Ed Brisson's work on The Ballad of Sang and his run on Iron Fist. It has that great old Kung-Fu movie type feel. Plus it adds in that lone warrior, the "man with no name" hero aspect as well. While the story is nothing extremely new, it is still gripping and oddly exciting. I also love seeing what the artists do with these animals designs as well. Seeing how they will adapt their natural designs into the ancient Japanese wardrobe is always interesting to see.

Cold Blood Samurai #4 is another great entry into this story. It builds up the story and adds great tension to the series. The whole creative team works tremendously well together. The writing and the art play off each other remarkably well. We continue to learn more about our Gaijin Salamander, and he has become a fantastic character. All the characters have been built up wonderfully and I am impressed by how invested the creative team has made me in this story.

Cold Blood Samurai #5 is another good entry into this series. While not my favorite issue so far, it does a lot to set up an exciting issue #6. The creative team has done a delightful job of re-telling an ancient tale in a new and exciting way. While keeping the integrity of the story intact they have also developed some new and unique characters as well.

Cold Blood Samurai #6 is a solid ending to the six-issue mini-series. We get a satisfying conclusion to not only the story being told but our main character as well. The artwork was good and consistent throughout the series and it flowed well with the story being told. All in all Cold Blood Samurai was a great read and a satisfying six-issue comic book series.

I enjoyed the mysterious take in Cold Spots #1. Bunn toes that line of giving us enough information to stay interested but not enough to spoil the mystery. Sometimes it goes over one way or the other but for the most part, he hits the mark. The art is a little hit or miss as well. While I like Torres eye for detail and character design, the coloring in the first half of the issue really throws everything off from a storytelling standpoint. Cold Spots #1 is a solid supernatural thriller. While not without some flaws story and art wise it is an interesting mystery with a haunting vibe to it that has me wanting to learn more.

I feel the story improved a lot in Cold Spots #2. Having the information from the first issue and what is given in this issue made for a much clearer story and the mystery still holds tight while delivering bits and pieces to keep the reader on board. Cold Spots #2 has an eerie atmospherethat works tremendouslywell to up the horror aspect of this series. The art of the buildings and vehicles looks great and the ghastlyfigures are renderedwell. It is too bad the actual people in the issue do not share the same detail and clarity of everything else. The story is intriguing enough to keep me on board and Bunn is starting to let some details out. Despite not liking Torres' character drawings, I do love the moody atmosphere he paints Cold Spots #2 with.

I don't really know what a Conan the Barbarian story is supposed to feel like, but Conan the Barbarian #1 feels like one to me. It has all the ingredients of a fantastic fantasy tale and was just a ton of fun to read. Aaron delivers a winding fantasy tale that I am very excited to see where it takes Conan, and the art team is fantastic as well. I can't imagine, if you are a fan of Conan, not liking this; and if you are new to the "Cimmerian Barbarian" then this is a perfect place to jump on!

If you are not reading Conan the Barbarian you are missing out on a bloody good time. This continues to be an all-around fun comic book. Aaron continues to weave a fantastical Hyborian Age tale of Conan the Barbarian. It has all the battles, tales and travels you could want out of the series. The art team of Asrar and Wilson is top notch and brings a visual flair to the series. I have never been a big Conan the Barbarian fan, but I am now!

If you have been following along with this series then it is no surprise that Conan the Barbarian #9 is another excellent issue. If you haven't, then this is a great place to jump on board. Jason Aaron makes it incredibly easy to jump right into this series and enjoy. You can go back and read the other eight issues to get more in-depth about the "Life and Death of Conan" ongoing plot, or you can just continue on from here. Heck, you can just grab this issue for some Conan action and adventure and enjoy as a one-shot! You won't be disappointed, as the art team shines with some wonderful visuals throughout.

So, Contagion #2 has kind of an interesting horror/virus type thing going that is okay. But if you are an Iron Fist fan, then there is a lot more to keep you interested in this series. The art, while not bad, just doesn't seem to fit with what the story is trying to tell. If this was more of a high action-adventure story, it might fit better. It just doesn't seem to work with the more horror toned vibe of the series.

I enjoyed Cosmic Ghost Rider #1.Cates delivered a good story while also throwing in some wacky things as well. The art matches the tone of the issue perfectly. My main concern is really the next issue. The Cosmic Ghost Rider works well in small doses and in this first issue we really only get a small dose of him. Now the other issues will be more concentrated on him I am wondering how the story will be. I trust that Cates will make it interesting and not just crazy for craziness sake. But if you are looking for a fun comic to read on the fourth of July look no further.

If you are looking for just a downright fun comic book you should be reading Cosmic Ghost Rider. This is just an absolute blast to read! Donny Cates is firing on all cylinders, delivering a crazy story that still has some heart to it. The art is fantastic, with great cartooning byDylan Burnett and absolutely superb coloring by Antonio Fabela. It may not be the greatest comic book on the shelves but it certainly is the most fun read of the week.

Cosmic Ghost Rider Destroys Marvel History #1 wasn't bad but it wasn't great either. The story had some amusing parts, but it was just so congested with stuff it ends up feeling overwhelming while you are reading it. The pace of the issue just felt off as it was crammed with so much in one issue. It was just not paced well for all of it. The art is pretty great; I enjoyed the "flashback" scenes that take up most of the issue. It was fun to see Marvel History through a different lens, but I am not sure if I overly enjoyed my experience.

It took me three issues but I am all aboard Crossover now. I wasn't exactly sure what to make of the story after the first two issues, but with Crossover #3 it seems Cates is starting to let the story take off and let it spread its wings. The art is obviously stunning and just a fantastic little visual treat. If you have been on the ropes with this series this issue should sell you as a must-read. I mean, plus, that cover with the Gundam Shadow is perfection.

Crossover #4 probably isn't the best issue of the series, but it also serves its purpose, which makes it kind of hard to give a rating to.

If you like horror comics then you will definitely dig Crypt of Shadows #1. Ewing writes a delectable horror tale. The art is a little bit of hit and miss and I do wish it was broken up into three separate stories though. All in all, I had a good time reading the issue and hope Marvel does a few more of these. There is also a good essay in the back about Marvels history with horror comics. If you want to learn more about horror comics, in general, I suggest picking upThe Horror! The Horror!: Comic Books the Government Didn't Want You to Read.

Curse Words #1 is a great first issue that builds a very interesting character in the Wizord that readers will be eager to follow up with to find out his true intentions. Soul and Browne make a fantastic team and are some of the most dynamic story tellers in the business. With Boyd and Parkinson complimenting on colors Curse Words becomes a vibrant book that emanatesan energy that makes this comic stand apart from everything else on the shelves. Soule feels like he is spreading his wings in this series and really creating something different and exciting. The art will have any comic fan excited just to flip through the pages. Curse Words looks like it is going to be another hit series and you don't want to miss out.

Damnation Johnny Blaze Ghost Rider #1 is a fun and visually beautiful one-shot story. Look I am not a 100% exactly sure what happened or where it goes from here (we might get an ongoing series). But if you are a Ghost Rider fan or a fan of delightful stories with wonderful art then you will like this issue. Johnny Blaze and The Ghost Rider are in Hell, do they plan to escape or will they make it their home?

Daredevil #595 is a great start to what could be another classic battle between Kingpin and Daredevil. Charles Soule is a fantastic writer who really should be getting more praise for his work on this series. The art has some hiccups, but overall it really enhances the story being told and adds to the drama. When Wilson Fisk is the Mayor of New York City, you know things are bad, and they are only going to get worse unless someone stands up.

Daredevil #596 is a great superhero comic book; the creative team made this issue a lot of fun and brought out some very interesting story points that will have definite repercussions as this storyline continues. I have not heard a lot of people talking about this Daredevil run, and if you haven'tbeen reading it, you should. Soule has been doing an excellent job since taking over when it relaunched, and there has been a great rotation of artists.

Charles Soule has slowly been building an epic storyline since he started on Daredevil and, with issue #600 on the horizon, it looks like everything is coming to a head. Soule is doing some very interesting things with Matt Murdock and I am wondering how he will sort all this out in the end. Daredevil #597 is a very well-crafted comic and Daredevil fans will definitely not want to miss out!

Overall, I havebeen liking the Mayor Fisk storyline that has been going on and is leading up to issue 600.Daredevil #598 just feels a little bit too much like a filler issue though. Things happen, but the story does not get pushed forward too much. It is nice to have Ron Garney back on art to give the series a little darker tone that feels needed for the storyline.Daredevil #598 is not a bad issue; it just feels like a placeholder for bigger things to come.

Daredevil #600 wraps up the Mayor Fisk story arc but opens up another can of worms in the process. Soule opens up another chapter in Matt Murdock'slife and brings him into a new messy situation in the process. Garney wraps up his run with DD in dramatic fashion with some spectacular artwork. Some surprising things take place in Daredevil #600 and will definitely have fans talking until the next issue. Horn Head has a plan to stop Mayor Fisk but, like most plans, this does not go off without a hitch and DD may need to have some back up in Daredevil #600.

Overall I will have to say this was not my favorite issue of Daredevil. It was not terribly bad, but it was not good also. It was just okay. Story-wiseI feel like not that much happened and nothing really caught my attention. I still feel like we are close to the same position we were in from the previous issue. The art change from Garney to Henderson was not shocking. Matt Milla makes the transition easier. There are a few art shots that aren'tthe best. It kind of took me out of the story. I do like some things that are teased at the end of the issue and that are going to happen in the next issue. So, it is not all bad and I will continue to read Daredevil. This issue seemed to take a little dip from the previous ones.

Daredevil #603 continues Matt Murdock's struggle of juggling being Mayor and Daredevil at the same time. The Hand attacking has not made anything any easier for "The Devil of Hell's Kitchen". For me, this current story arc of Daredevil is stuck in the middle. It is not terrible or bad, then again it is not the greatest thing ever either. It does different things while doing the same thing which is what most ongoing superhero comics do. It does have me coming back each month so, there is something to that.

Daredevil #605 confirms that Matt Murdock lives a strange, strange life. While not the greatest issue ever, Daredevil #605 is a lot of fun and I enjoyed my time reading it. Yes, it has a lot of goofiness to it, but to me, that is part of its charm. Charles Soule continues to build upon everything he has done since this series launched; I am very interested to see where he is taking it. Mike Henderson and Matt Milla make a great art team that delivers some wonderful pages throughout this issue.

I am not really sure of the purpose of Daredevil #607 is story wise.It seems like a very odd placement for this story line right in the middle of what was happening, but it is also a lot of fun. Soule brings a little levity to the life of DD by bringing back one of the oddest things Daredevil has ever done. It is also hard to complain when you got some magnificent Phil Noto art to look at. His bright colors and classic feeling style, coupled with this odd story line gives Daredevil #607 this delightful rhythm, that while you may not completely understand the who, what, where or why it is very hard not to enjoy!

Supposedly Daredevil will die in two more issues; most comic book fans will take this with a grain of salt, but who knows! Daredevil #610 makes for an interesting issue in the saga. Soule pushes the story forward but it still feels only a little bit further from where we left off last time. Phil Noto's art is good, but it feels "off" for this story arc. Daredevil #610 is a middle-of-the-road issue for the story arc. It is not bad, but at the same time, it not as intriguing as Daredevil dying should be.

Matt Murdock maybe dead (probably not) but if Daredevil #612 was his big sendoff then it is not a very good way to go for such a great hero. It is not the worst issue ever but with such a high mark to hit Daredevil #612 doesn't come close to the board.

I really dig what Chip Zdarsky and Marco Checchetto are doing with Daredevil #1. It feels like a little return to the Bendis/Maleev or Brubaker/Lark runs. Obviously not the same but the tone feels like those comics more than what the previous two incarnations have been doing. The art is wonderful and exactly what I wanted to see from Checchetto and Gho, while Zdarsky seems to be taking Daredevil to another dark place in his first outing. Daredevil #1 is a great start to the series and feels like a really good jumping on point for new readers as well.

Zdarsky Daredevil story is almost a back to roots type tale. It also has a nice little mystery to it as well. It adds in Daredevil the superhero and Daredevil the lawyer combination quite well. Checchetto's art is very well done and I adore how he draws DD's costume with some great texture and lines while also keeping it simple.

Daredevil #3 is another excellent issue into this new Daredevil series. It does a good job of getting Daredevil "back to basics" while still opening up new ground and story points. It also has a great little ending that has me excited for the next issue. If you like Daredevil I can't imagine you not liking the past three issues. It is classic stuff that, while not exactly breaking new ground in Daredevil lore, adds a lot to the character and is all-around just a good comic book.

The story in Daredevil #6 is delightfully well done. It has me hooked into what Zdarsky is going to do with one of my all-time favorite superheroes. There are a lot of things going on and I am not sure in which direction Zdarsky will take this story. While the art is not as dynamic as we have been used to the style change up does help with the little "slower" story switch. Daredevil is dead, long live Matt Murdock.

Daredevil #10 wraps up the "No Devils, Only God" storyline. Zdarsky has opened up some new and very interesting plot points that have kept me engaged. I like where this issue leaves off for both Matt Murdock and Detective Cole North. The art is definitely a step up from what it has been; while not exactly a "perfect fit" for the story, I still enjoyed the visuals throughout the issue. I am very excited to see that Checchetto and Gho are coming back with the next issue!

Daredevil #13 is a great issue for the series and it has brought it back to form for me. I was getting a little bored with it during the previous story arc. The art wasn't great and I was getting a little bored with the story. Zdarsky has picked up the pace and has brought in some very interesting developments in this issue and the previous one. Having Checchetto back on the series is also great for the series, as he brings a wonderful unique styling to it.

Daredevil #19 is another great building block into this epic story. This series seems to be sneaking under the radar a bit. I don't hear much chatter about it, but it should not be overlooked. The creative team has added some new and interesting dynamics into Matt Murdock's story. While it is treading very familiar ground for Daredevil it adds in a unique perspective and tweaks to make it original and gripping as the story continues to progress.

Daredevil #20 is an exciting, action-packed issue that also changes the story into a new direction by the end. We do maybe start to see where Zdarsky may be ending the story, by the end of this issue. But Daredevil #20 stands out as an exhibit of Marco Checchetto's wonderful artwork. The pages of this issue are chock-full of splendid visuals. If you are in dire need of Daredevil doing superhero stuff then Daredevil #20 is your medicine.

I am, at times, and can also see why some fans may be, a bit frustrated with Daredevil #21. We are again left with more questions than answers, and it does seem that this storyline is dragging on a bit. I am interested, and every time I think I am over it Zdarsky pulls me back in, but at times I am kind of waiting for something new to happen, as well.

Daredevil #26 is a bit of an odd issue. On one point the story does continue forward. Zdarsky works in the King in Black storyline while continuing his story of Daredevil in prison and Elektra taking over as protector of Hell's Kitchen. But I feel myself more wondering what would have happened without all the chaos of this event infiltrating this storyline.

Honestly, I was not even planning on reviewing Daredevil #29, maybe not even reading it until later on. But man I am glad I decided against that. Zdarsky pulls me in once again with some fantastic plot points and setups and delivering a comic full of the storyline and engaging character drama. Checcheto never disappoints and art and it shines once again in Daredevil #29. This run continues to just keep surprising me and it does not look like it is slowing down anytime soon.

If I am being honest Black Lightning/Hong Kong Phooey #1 was not as cool as I wanted it to be. With the creators throwing around names like Bruce Lee and epic Kung Fu movies I actually got a little excited about this one-shot. For the most part, it was okay, it had a lot of flaws and did not totally live up to what it could have been but it was not a total waste either. The backup story was probably a waste of eight pages though.

If you liked DCEASED then you should enjoy DCEASED: Unkillables #1. Tom Taylor continues to bring everything loved about that series into this new one. It is action-packed, full of drama and tons of humor. We get to see how some of the villains and anti-heroes of the DC Universe survive. The art while still good, is just inconsistent with its three inkers. It did take me out of the issue a bit at times, is the only real downfall of DCEASED: Unkillables #1.

Much like the first issue DCEASED: Unkillables #2 has a lot to love about it, just the art continues just to be a little too inconsistent. I mean I still enjoyed the heck out of reading it and I am on-board until the end. It is just at times the art took me a bit out of what was happening on the pages at times. It does not completely ruin anything and it is still a good sequential storytelling with panel structure layouts and some fun sequences, it could just be a tad bit better at times.

Conclusion: Dead Inside #1 is a great crime mystery story and has a great lead character. John Arcudi has started a great mystery in one issue and has given us some interesting questions to be answered. It is too bad the art is not as good as the story. It really pulls the reader out of the realism of the book and diminishes the overall story. If you like a good crime mystery Dead Inside is right up your alley, even with the art issues the mystery has me on board at least for the second issue.

Overall Death of the Inhumans #1 is an incredible start to this five issue mini-series. Donny Cates once again knocks it out of the park with another epic tale.Ariel Olivetti and Jordie Bellaire make for stellar art team that brings this monumental tale to life. Death of the Inhumans #1 does have some minor flaws, but the good far outweighs the bad. If you are even a tiny fan of the Inhumans (did you have that Triton toy that swam in the water too?) or if you like good comics then definitely pick this up.

Death of the Inhumans #2 has another very shocking ending that will definitely have fans talking after reading it. Cates is not pulling any punches with this series, and that continues with this issue. The art is not the greatest; it still lacks a little "oomph" to it to really bring this series to the next level. I still like it and will continue to read; I just wish it had a little more "spice" to it.

Death or Glory #1 is a start to what seems like a high-octane romp. The story, while not gripping or anything special right now, feels like a very fun B-movie and having Bengal on art brings Death or Glory to another level. It is not life-changing or anything, but Death of Glory was truly an exciting read that was a lot of fun. It definitely has me hooked for the second issue on style points alone, and we will see where it goes from there! Until then, grab a helmet and hit the road!

I am still a bit on the fence with the story in Death or Glory. At first, it is pretty straightforward, but then Remender packs it full of all kinds of weirdness. I am not sure what to make of it; the character of Glory is fantastic and Remender is doing some good work building her up. The art by Bengal continues to be a delightful treat that makes this series a wonder to look at. I guess all this combined makes for a pretty interesting book that has me and apparently many other people picking it up.

While I am still enjoying the artwork in Death or Glory #3, the story as a whole is starting to lose me. I feel like I missedsomething or something is missing from the story. I can't quite put my finger on what it is, exactly. As I read this issue I just had that nagging feeling that I had missed out on something from the story. Glory herself seems to have lost that uniqueness to her that was so prevalent in the first issue. Death or Glory #3 is not bad but it's hovering in the middle of keeping my interest.

Though I was a little hesitant to pick up Death to the Army of Darkness #1, I am glad I did. Any fan of the movies/show will greatly enjoy this issue. It has everything that made the movies a cult hit with legions of fans from all over. This issue reminded me a lot of the widely-overlooked Dynamite series Blood Brothers, with its animated art styling and silly yet dramatic story.

The art team does an all-around solid job as well. They bring us into this comedy/horror world that feels familiar but is something different and original as well.

The writing and art are all good, but at the end of the day, it's a "fine" comic book. It is an enjoyable read, but also not something I can't wait to get my hands on when it is released.

Of course with the upcoming premier of The Defenders on Netflix marvel was going to release The Defenders #1with the same characters and title. It would be dumb not to. Now what they have to do is keep the reader interested and invested. I am not sure how this series fits in connection with the wider Marvel Universe and what is going on (it's really best just not to think about it unless you want to be very confused) but on its own The Defenders#1is a success and a great read.

The Defenders #2 is an excellent issue and really has set this series as a must-read for Marvel fans. For now not being caught up in all of the"events" or happenings in the Marvel Universe is really helping this series tell a grounded story that fits perfectly for these "street level" heroes. While it is great that this story has not yet been caught up in Marvels Secret Empire event I do love seeing these short cameos by other Marvel Heroes and villains, it entrenches this series in the Marvel Universe while not having it control the story being told. It looks like Marvel might have a legitimate hit on their hands with great writing and art The Defenders is off to a fantastic start!

This series is shaping up to be a wonderful series for Marvel. It is firmly trenched in the Marvel Universe but is not weighed down by events or other storylines. At the moment it gets to be its own thing. Daredevil just randomly being shot is strange for his character, and I am a little disappointed there was not a backup feature for Iron Fist or Jessica Jones in this issue. Luke Cage and Daredevil had little backup articles in the past two issues, but it does not take away from the overall enjoyment of this series.

The Defenders #4 is an excellent "conclusion" to the first arc. The events that happened in these first four issues are definitely going to affect the group for some time. The creative team has been most excellent in this series and you really couldn't ask for more out of them. If you like street level super hero action,then The Defenders is what you need. Jessica Jones, Iron Fist, Luke Cage and Daredevil make a great team that hopefully sticks around for a long time.

Overall The Defenders #5 is not a bad issue it just serves to push the story along. While it might read better in the trade format, for a single issue it is kind of a disappointment. The art does save the book as Marquez and Ponsor do a fantastic job on every single page and panel of this series. The rougher styling Marquez employs in this issue looks wonderful and he continues to impress with each Issue. The Defendershas been a great series so far so this is nothing more than a minor hiccup and I am still very excited to see where it is going.

The Defenders #6 is a solid issue while I am getting a little tired of the story there is a pretty good teaser at the end and the story did set up a great fight between The Defenders and Diamondback, really those pages are worth the price of admission alone. I am not really keen on Deadpool being introduced not sure why he is being brought in, but we will probably be seeing more of him in the next issue. It looks like we will be sticking with this "Kingpins of New York" storyline for at least a few more issues so hopefully, Bendis turns it around before it gets too stale.

Brian Michael Bendis would do this right before he leaves Marvel for DC. I was getting a little bit tired of the storyline in The Defenders and thought, well, with Bendis leaving, that will give somebody else a chance to reinvigorate the series, and then Bendis hooks me back in with the Defenders #7 and has me worried about who has this series after him now. Whatever the story, maybe if David Marquez continues to do art like this, then I will stick with The Defenders for a long time to come, because this issue was absolutely incredible art-wise and everyone needs to pick up this issue just to look at his mesmerizing work!

The Defenders continues to be one of, if not the best, series Marvel comics is putting out right now; I am not sure what is going to happen with it after Bendis leaves. I know it did not have a solicitation in March, but I have not heard if it is officially canceled yet. Let's not focus on that-just focus on the fantastic story and beautiful art we are getting from this series right now, and enjoy it while we can!

The Defenders is one of the best comics Marvel Comics is putting out right now! From the writing to the art, it is a superb book and a ton of fun to read. The action is intense and hard-hitting, and the story continues to keep the reader turning the page. The Defenders have to stop Diamondback before he becomes too powerful, but that is easier said than done. With his new power and some other villains by his side, it is not going to be an easy fight. That is not all our heroes have to worry about as The Hood has thrown in his hat to take over New York City! Will The Defenders ever be able to win? Maybe not by themselves, but if they had some help there might be a chance!

It is Christmas in Gotham, and it is about as good as a Christmas in Gotham City gets: brutal murders, a new villain mucking about, and Batman trying to save the day. For a new reader, Detective Comics #1018 is a great jumping-on point. I have been loosely following the "City of Bane" story. If you know nothing about that you can still pick this up and enjoy. Though I was hoping for a one-shot Christmas story, the start of the new story arc did scratch my Christmas itch.

Overall Diablo House if a fun interesting throwback to horror comic anthology series of the 1950's, the story and art are not going to "wow" the reader, but it offers a nice short escape into this crazy world. We get a "nice" story about greed that obviously does not end well and we learn what topping not to order on our pizza when visiting the Diablo House. If you like horror comics are are looking for something that will be different from anything else you read this week then pick up Diablo House #1, but beware this is definitely not approved by the Comics Code Authority, so reader beware!

For my first introduction to a Dial H for Hero story, honestly, I was not that impressed by Dial H for Hero #1. For a six-issue mini-series in the Wonder Comics line, that is not good. I mean, it is not terrible; it is a solid comic book, but nothing about it got me excited, either. Nothing makes me want to tell people to go pick up this issue or has me clamoring to pick up the second issue either. Maybe the second issue will pick up a little bit, but whether I'll remember to check that out or not is anyone's guess.

Having never read any Doc Savagebooks before, I was a little hesitant going into this issue. The creative team does a great job of introducing all the characters and players in this first issue while also moving the story along and not bogging down the reader with an information dump. Doc Savage: The Ring of Fire #1 is a great start to an exciting adventure comic that is bound with action and mystery.

Doctor Doom #10, for me, was a delightful end to this series. Christopher Cantwell catches the "voice" of Doctor Doom perfectly; I am not sure if anybody else does it as well as him. While the art isn't quite what I like or want, it is not terrible and does visually bring the story to life. But it does not really stand out, either. If you have been following along with this series then I think you will be pleasantly surprised and happy with this ending. If not, you could probably still read this as a pretty solid "one-shot" type story that is easily enjoyable as well.

Doctor Strange is a must-read title for Marvel Comics, with exceptional writing and beautifulartwork. Even if you are not a fan of the SorcererSupreme you will enjoy it. Donny Cates is quickly becoming one of the best writers in comics. With fantastic creator-ownedbooks like God Country and Baby Teeth coupled with his fantastic start of a new story arc in Thanos, Cates is showing his skills as an exceptional writer. You also cannot go wrong with an artist likeGabriel Hernandez Walta, whose character details and panel layouts that can tell a story without words, combined with Jordie Bellaire's beautiful colors. You really are missing out if you're not reading Doctor Strange.

I am usually not big into tie-in issues, but since the mini-series is Doctor Strange: Damnation and this is a Doctor Strange solo series you kind of cannot get around it. Plus it helps tremendously that Donny Cates writes both series. All in all Doctor Strange #386 helps flesh out the events of Damnation #1 a little more. And honestly, this is just a really fun story and interesting situation to put Stephen Strange in.Niko Henrichon's art is perfect for this story arc and you will find yourself staring at the pages to see all the little details he puts in. This is honestly a great jumping-on point for the series even if you have not read Damnation or any other previous Doctor Strange.

The first issue was a little bit of a letdown only in the fact that it was a setup issue. Not that some interesting things did not happen, or that it was not an enjoyable read. It just has me worried that with only three more issues to go that things might get a little rushed.

Overall I am enjoying the story in Doctor Strange: Damnation #2. Yes, I do feel like some of the things in this issue could have been put in the first issue. That does make the pacing feel a little off. That is a minor issue though. The writing of Donny Cates and Nick Spencer is loads of fun. They write this group of heroes extremely well. The art in this issue sadly brings it down a notch as it took me out of the story quite a bit throughout the issue. Still, with only two issues to go, I am with it until the end because the story is just too much awesome to pass up (plus Rod Reis is coming back for issue #4).

Dragonfly & Dragonflyman #1 is a pretty fun entry from AHOY Comics. It was a fun play on the alternate Earths and the Batman and Robin characters. I am not sure how well this will play out over multiple issues. But for one issue this was a fun story.

I hate to be this harsh on an indie book, but I hold everything I review to the same standard whether it be an indie book or something from a larger publisher. The team here does have a snippet of something good in Drifters #4, but they focus too much on other things than on what could make this story more interesting. The art also needs a lot of work. While it seems to have improved from the previous issues, it needs more fluidity, detail, and sense of emotion for the story to truly start to shine. The team really needs to boil the story down to its essentials and basically cut the fat away to get to the good meat of the story.

Empyre #4 and Empyre itself seems to be turning out to be a great Event Comic book. This is the first actual review I have done for the main series (I reviewed the Savage Avengers tie-in last week). I know I keep saying "event comic book" like it is something "lesser". Just calling it what it is. It is Marvel's big summer blockbuster in the comic book world. Nothing wrong with that. I am not going to tell you it's the greatest comic I ever read, but I am also having a ton of fun reading it.

Empyre #5 is solid, if a little bit too over-bloated. I don't hate Empyre as an event comic but it could do a lot better, as well. A lot of the stuff happening in the tie-in issues should be happening in the main series and the storytelling in the main series could be more connected and streamlined for a better flow.

Look, I am not going to tell you Empyre: Savage Avengers #1 is a great story (I don't know if there is even much of one here). You also don't need to read this to stay up to date on what is happening with "Empyre". But I will tell you, if you want a story that feels like a buddy-cop movie from the '80s, then you should pick this up. If you want to have some fun with Conan the Barbarian and Venom, then look no further. Also, I mean, it has Greg Smallwood on interior art, and we don't get that often, so if you like great comic-book art you kind of have to grab this.

The creative team is onto something really good with Endgame #1, with a little more character focus this is going to be a really good series.

I really wanted to like the Eternals #1. With this strong creative team, I was hoping to get a little insight into characters I knew next to nothing about. This issue did not help with any of that. The story did not connect you with the Eternals or the characters. It kind of just told me why I should care about them and why they are so important, but it didn't make me feel that way. It was basically just a slog to get through. The art didn't fare much better. While the large scoping shots are fantastic, the smaller, more intimate panels and pages are muddled. The lettering color choice also just made for an overall frustrating read.

Conclusion: Ether #1 is a great set up issue to what seems to be an intriguing fantasy mystery story! Boone Dias a scientist that seems to have all the answers to Ether's magical dilemmas and he is on another "magical" mystery case. Will he be able to solve this one and what exactly happened to him and his life on Earth? Writer Matt Kindt is weaving a fantastic tale combining a wonderful fantasy mystery with a splash of comedic storytelling. David Rubin's art sets this book apart from being lost in all the other Earth/Fantasy realms stories coming out in comics. Making Ether #1 feel like a Dr. Seuss/ Disney book written for adults seems like it could be a recipe for success! Ether #1 is fun, entertaining and emotional; it is a great first issue that will have the reader coming back for #2.

Conclusion: Ether #2 is a great continuation of this mini series! The second issue really expands on this world and it's characters. Matt Kindt and David Rubn have woven a great fantasy mystery that still has a lot of questions to be answered. Boone is a great scientist but his life on Earth seems to be in shambles, what happened? Does Science have all the answers for Boone Dias? The Ether may never be the same again after this mystery is solved! Find out what kind of trouble Boone and Glum get into and find some answers to some questions ,but get ready to have many more questions with Ether #2.

Ether #3 is a strong midpoint to this limited series (only two issues remaining) and digs deep into the mysteries that have been set up. Matt Kindt and David Rubin have developed some wonderful characters with Boone Dias and Glum. They have fleshed out both characters and after the first two issues, the readers are invested in them. Ether #3 pulls together great mystery, action, comedy and drama all in one issue.

Ether only has one more issue to go and after this issue it is going to be very exciting to see what Kindt and Rubin have in store for the final issue. So many questions are raised in Ether #4, but I really don't want to spoil them, it's worth this series for yourself. Kindt and Rubin continue just to be a fantastic creative team and are really bringing their "A" game toEther. Great story and fantastic art Ether has been fantastic read so far and we will see next month what is really going on with Boone Dias and the truth about the Ether world.

Ether #5 is a very satisfying ending to this first story arc. It givers some conclusions to the mystery we have been following but opens up a whole new can of worms by the end of the issue. Kindt has quietly woven a tale of how addiction in anyway can affect a person and their family, he has told a heartbreaking story of Boone's lost family that will stick with the reader. Kindt seems to have quietly woven this addiction story line in as we tend to get caught up in the greater mysteries of the Ether and all of its "magic" and fantastical creatures that inhabit its realm. Kindt does not let us forget that he does/did have a family once and going to the Ether has destroyed that.

Excellence #1 is the start of a good series; the story itself just needs a little more clarification on this world, on how it works. The whole father/son family story is superbly well done, it just kind of gets confusing when the "magic" starts happening. I love the overall design of this book and the world. It has that nice futuristic yet "ancient" type feel to it. Khary Randolph does a great job of catching the tone of the series and, while doing an excellent job on action scenes, also catches the emotions of the characters as well.

Extermination #1 was a pretty good start to this 5 issue series. Since I am not the biggest X-Men fan it did not shock and awe me like maybe it will others. It was still enjoyable though. Just not very memorable. The art is good from a technical standpoint, but also lacks anything truly unique or remarkable. The main thing that has me hanging on is what is going to happen with these original X-Men and it might attempt to streamline the X-Men's continuity.

Extremity #1 is a great start to this series, this first issue could honestly work well as a one shot story. The story and art are full of emotion from creator Daniel Warren Johnson confronting his own fears through the lenses of this otherworldly tale. The post-apocalyptic alien world is a visual feast for the eyes and gives a good setting for the story to unfold. Extremity #1 is an emotional story of losing what defines you and how that affects your life and how do you press on. Johnson does feed this first issue with emotion and intrigue giving the reader questions to ask themselves about what actually defines yourself and what happens when that changes?

Extremity #2not only continues and moves the story along from issue #1 but greatly expands on the world and characters that inhabit this universe. Daniel Warren Johnson continues to impress with his story telling abilities combining his detailed art styling with his emotional writing/scriptingabilities to make Extremitya gripping story that attaches to the reader's psyche. Extremity is off to a great start with wonderful character work and beautiful art throughout the first two issues this is turning out to be must read series for 2017!

Extremity has become one of if not the best comic books on the shelves right now! With it's deeply emotional story telling and art that jumps off the page it is something to be marveled at. Extremity #3 seals the deal on this on this point, it not only continues the fantastic story of dealing with you "inner demons" and confronting the darkness in your life , but also is fun and energetic at the same time. Extremity should be on you pull list and if it is not rectify that situation right now.

Extremity is one of the best comic books being published right now period. Daniel Warren Johnson has done an incredible job of getting the reader emotional attached to these characters in these few issues, it is really a great credit to his skills as a creator. It is very hard to get this level of "reader involvement" with characters and story within an issue or two and Johnson will have you fully invested after the first issue and he continues to draw you deeper in with issue #4. The art is absolutely gorgeous, with Johnson great pencil and inking work along with Spicer magnificent colors Extremity is a joy to look at. If you are not reading this series you are certainly missing out on one great comic book, do yourself a favor and pick this up now!

Extremity #5 is another emotional gripping entry into this series. Jerome has done some brutal things but he may have crossed the line in this issue and Thea may have traversed to far into her fathers darkness to return herself. If you only have money for one comic a month then make that comic Extremity, you will not be disappointed.

Extremity is as good as a comic book can get and with only six issues left will this whirlwind of violence and destruction ever end in Thea's life?

Extremity #7 is the start of the new and final arc of this series. After six issues we have been brought on an emotional journey that only continues to pull the reader in this Issue. Extremity still serves as a wonderful character study of how we react to grief and loss and what happens to us when we lose what we perceive as our defining characteristic. This continues to be one of, if not the best comics out right now and I still stand by my word if you can only buy one comic this week, buy Extremity (you can also pick up the first six issues in trade now to get caught up!).

Extremity continues to be the best comic on the stands and Extremity #8 continues that trend. Daniel Warren Johnson packs each issue with great characters and has everything you want in a comic book. These characters he has built up since the first issue have really grown and, as a reader, you can connect with each and every one. I really cannot praise Extremity enough and it should be on everyone's pull list!

I say it every time, but I will say it again, if you only have money for one comic then buy Extremity;it is truly a story that is worth your money. The story is gripping, it is exciting and dramatic;Extremity has everything that you could possibly want out of a comic book, and it keeps getting better and better with each issue. I am running out of good things to say about this series, so just go buy it now and see for yourself

With only two more issues to go until the conclusion of this series, things are heating up. I really do not know if I am emotionally ready for what Daniel Warren Johnson may or may not do these next two issues. Johnson has brought these characters to life so well and has attached the reader to them that I don't want to see them go through more grief. In issue #10, the story continues to be great and the artwork is beautiful. I say it every time, but if you only have money for one comic, then buy Extremity. You won't be disappointed.

If you have read any of my reviews for this series, you will know it is my favorite comic book out right now. Every issue of Extremity has been an emotional trip filled with great characters, hard-hitting action, and some incredible artwork. I am excited and sad that this is the second to last issue. I am excited to see how Thea and Rollo's story ends and also saddened that it may not be a happy ending. Extremity #11brings Thea and Rollo to face their father who has been consumed with bloodlust and revenge, he may have brought about the destruction of the whole world in the process. Will peace ever be found, and what happens when you've lost everything that makes you whole?

Extremity #12 is an issue I was happy and sad to read at the same time. Happy because Johnson got to tell his complete story and the saga of Thea got to come full circle. It was awesome to follow this character to her stories "end". Sad because it is over, after twelve issues I have grown to love these characters and world. It is sad to leave it.

Falcon & Winter Soldier #1 was a solid start to this five-issue mini-series, but it didn't really blow my hair back either. The story and set up are okay but failed to really bridge that connection between Sam and Bucky that this series really needs. The story itself seems like it needs just a bit more "cooking time" to get going. The art is again solid, working well within the story delivering some nice visuals through the issue.

I was excited about this series and glad that the 2nd issue picked up. Not that the first issue was bad but this issue brought what I was wanting from this series. The interaction between Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes is excellent as they start this case. You get that bit of snarkiness from the films but there is also this un-easy bond between the two that I hope we get more into with the next issues. The art is excellent as once again Vicentini delivers some splendid action pieces in Falcon & Winter Soldier #2.

I almost forgot about this 5-issue mini-series, but was excited that it finally came back out. Though, again, sad about the Disney+ show still being delayed. The comic book is a good replacement and will whet your appetite as we await its arrival.

We have come to an end to the series with Falcon & Winter Soldier #5. Overall the series was a fun little romp. It has held me over a bit while waiting on the Falcon and the Winter Soldier series on Disney+. I have had a few minor complaints but I think overall it is a solid, fun series and a good little story. I really enjoyed the ending to the issue/series; it had a nice, more sentimental aspect to it that ended everything on a good note.

The Fantastic Four #1 was a delight to read. Full of hope and adventure to come, along with some big changes for characters. The art by Sarah Pichelli is gorgeous and the highlight of the issue. The continuityof the series does drag the issue down for me; if you are reading Marvel Two-in-One or The Avengers you may be a little confused about a few different things in this issue. Besides that, I had fun reading it and I am very excited about what is teased for the future of the Fantastic Four.

The Fantastic Four #2 is a great issue that finally brings Marvel's first family back together. They are having to deal with a new threat that only the whole family will be able to take on. The new villain kind of came out of nowhere and maybe is not explained the best. But I like where it got us to. If you got to the final page of The Fantastic Four #2 and your heart did not jump a little bit, you might want to check your pulse, because that is a superb final page!

Fantastic Four #13 feels like a classic comic book in many ways. You could really just pick up this issue and enjoy without having read the past twelve issues. Slott lays everything out and all you really need to know is on the pages. So, this is a pretty good place to jump on as it finishes up a two-issue story and it is just a ton of fun. The art catches the battle between the Hulk and the Thing delightfully well and if you like superhero comics I can't really see you not closing this book without a smile on your face!

If you are a fan of noir type stories or a fan of Ben Grimm then you really have no excuse not to pick up Fantastic Four: Grimm Noir #1. It is a great one-shot story that will keep you engaged throughout. The whole creative team all work excellently together to deliver this story, and it is a story that takes some nice twists and turns along the way, as well.

I enjoyed both stories in Fantastic Four: Negative Zone. They were both fun and interesting in their own rights. Although, I would say that it might need a different title, maybe. I was a little confused on whether it fell into the ongoing Fantastic Four story or if it dealt with the Annihilation Scourge event that just started. It does not deal with either one of those, which is great. I love one-shot stories and these are two good ones. But, I just think maybe it could have used a different title or something to avoid confusion. Other than that, great Fantastic Four story that is super easy for anybody to jump into and enjoy.

I wasn't expecting much when hopping onto Fathom #4 but was surprisedthat it was a pretty solid comic book. It is not the greatest thing I have ever read but it was not terrible either. It is a little harder to judge just because I jumped in right in the middle of a story. So, I am not taking any of that into account with my review. I liked Oum's art style for the most part, maybe a little more details and structured better but in general, I liked the more sketchy style and designs for the characters. Fathom #4 actually makes me want to go back and read the other previous issues, so it has gotten me a little interested!

Overall this is a great issue for not only for fans of the series but new readers alike, you get the main ongoing narrative pushed along, a fun action story that has the turtles battling a new foe and a nice cliffhanger that will have new and old readers alike clamoring to pick up the next issue to follow the TMNT gang on their new mission.

While it may take a little for the art style to grow on you, it is wonderfully vivid and completes this moody, gothic detective story. If you are in the mood for something new, yet familiar at the same time, Fear Case #1 is something you may want to pick up for an interesting read.

Fear Case #2 throws us right back into the mix with Agents Mitchum and Winters. They are closer than anyone ever to solving the "Fear Case". But their time on the case is running out, with less than 2 weeks to solve it. There is a reason they only let Agents stay on the "Fear Case" for only one year. It starts to mess with your mind. Mitchum and Winter are starting to realize that as they get closer and closer to it.

Fear Case continues to be a great mash-up of True Detective and The X-Files. Or at least that is how it feels to me. Though Fear Case #3 reads rather quickly I am excited to see how Matt Kindt wraps all this up in the fourth and final issue. The mystery of the "fear case" continues to grow and there are a reason agents only stay on it for one year. Mitchum and Winter's time is up in 24hrs, but being so close to solving the case will they continue their journey, or has been so close doomed them both?

I am still a bit perplexed with what I think about Fear Case #4 and the series as a whole. I like the open-ended kind of interpretation of it. I am not really sure if I like where it leaves our characters. I am not just really sure and it is hard to put a grade or score on something like this. After the first read, I didn't really enjoy it. But then after reading it again and thinking about it I liked it more.

The Flash #39 is a solid comic book, but it should have been so much more for the 700th issue (an oversized issue or something like Marvel is doing for Cap)! The new story arcs set up some nice plots and get the ball moving. The art, for the most part, looks good besides some minor coloring issues. I was really expecting a little bit more for a 700th issue, though.

Overall The Flash #52 is a pretty solid issue.As noted, I am not the biggest fan of these new Forces. But then again, it does add something new to Barry Allen's world. The art fits the story well, giving The Flash a good "superhero" feel and delivering some good action. The odd body proportions do drag it down, though. Barry Allen never gets to rest and it is back to the grind in The Flash #52 as new and old threats combine to take down the Scarlet Speedster!

The Flash #53 is a fun comic book and was an enjoyable read. Joshua Williamson is doing some interesting things with these new "Forces". While I am not a fan of the whole "Force" thing at least Williamson is making it interesting. The art fits the story well and makes it a nice visual experience. Probably the biggest downfall is nothing is all that memorable. It is a fun and delightful read but nothing really sticks out either.

GI Joe #1 is a good introduction into this new Hasbro centered universe IDW has created. Now, I am not saying if you are not familiar with any of these books you won't be a little confused (I was confused by a few pointsand I have no clue what an Action Man is?). But overall, it is a good comic and it was one of our 5 comics not to miss this week. The art has some good "energy" to it and its style fits this team of Joe's. While I would like to see some more details in character faces and backgrounds, it has a great action packed style to it that brings some great energy to this book. While it may take a few more issues to totally get me invested, this is a good start so Yo Joe! For now.

GI Joe #6 is not bad, but it is not great either. From the perspective of someone just jumping into the middle of this series, I didn't really feel lost. The opening page catches you up to speed pretty much, but the story itself just kind of dragged along. It had some high points, but overall the characters and story were just lacking. The art is on the same level: not bad, but I am not entirely sure it worked all that well with helping tell a compelling story.

This new Ghost Rider series is starting right off the bat getting Robbie Reyes into the larger Marvel Universe. With The Hulk and Wolverine already making appearances Robbie Reyes is becoming a house hold name (being featured on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D doesn't hurt either). Felipe Smith continues to do a fantastic job with this new iteration of Ghost Rider by giving him some great emotional depth. With some dynamic art work thrown in the mix and a fun comic book super hero team up coming our way, you should definitely jump in the "Hell Charger" and go for a ride with Ghost Rider #2.

I wasn't blown away by Ghost Rider #1, but it was a solid start to the series. I think Brisson did the best he could do to get everything where it needed to be to start this series. Now that everything is in place I am more interested to see what Brisson has in store later on in the series. There are some nice visuals throughout the issue. The Ghost Riders themselves look ferocious and devilish as ever. If you haven't been keeping up with the goings-on of the Spirits of Vengeance in other Marvel Comics you are going to be lost. But by the end of the issue, you should have enough grasp to enjoy the ride from here on out.

Ghostbusters: Year One #1 is an interesting look into the first year of everyone's favorite paranormal investigators. We get some much-needed detail to the character of Winston Zeddemore and how he came into the fold. If you are a fan of the Ghostbusters movie then this will be a fun and interesting read for you. I am no Ghostbusters superfan, but as someone who grew up on the movie and cartoon this was a fun read. Now, if you have no clue what a Ghostbuster is, then this is a terrible place to start.

It is good for what it is but it doesn't hit the levels of a Misfit City or Mech Cadet Yu all-ages series.

This first issue is a magnificent start to this series and exactly what I want out of a Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series. BOOM! Studios' other ongoing MMPR series is great for its own reasons, but this has what I am looking for. I love the focus on the characters as a whole and learning more about them as individuals. I also love that this is starting from the beginning and that they are still coming to terms with what has happened and how this is going to affect their whole lives. The whole creative team just nails the theme and tone of this book and they have me very excited to pick up the next issue! That "Morphin Time!" scene was just grand! Go buy this book today!

Go Go Power Rangers is a wonderful read and is absolutely new reader friendly to anyone that wants to jump on board the Power Rangers train. That is a big deal for a series like this as it takes time to develop these characters and get you invested in them. It is fantastic for anybody just getting into the series or long time Power Rangers fans. I love what this series is doing going way back before the Zack, Trini, Billy, Jaso, and Kimberly became Power Rangers and were just "teenagers with attitudes" and focusing on their first days as Power Rangers. The creative team just a superb job of balancing the flashbacks with the present day story line and delivering a great read!

Go Go Power Rangers is absolutely stunning in all aspects of comic book storytelling! The story is fantastic it has drama, humor, and action. It will make you cringe, laugh and jump out of your seat in excitement; making you salivate for the next issue. The art team captures the "teenagers with attitude" perfectly making the story jump off the page! Power Ranger fan or not you are doing yourself a disservice if you are not picking up Go Go Power Rangers. It's the lives of the original Power Rangers you never knew they had, and in Go Go Power Rangers #3 things only get more mixed up in their already hectic lives.

Go Go Power Rangers #4 is just another excellent entry into a series that has really surprised me at how good it is. The creative team is delivering exactly what I want from a Power Rangers series.

Man, I just love, love, love this series. The creative team is wonderful and has made me fall back in love with the Power Rangers again. The story has been great following the Rangers as they begin their journey. And the new character, Matt, has made for some interesting dynamics and some different stories. Go Go Power Rangers #5 definitely starts to pull the Rangers in new directions, having this new Putty Patroller infiltrating the group and Rita possibly learning some of the Rangers' deep dark secrets. The kids look to be in for some harsh times.

Go Go Power Rangers has been a fantastic series since the beginning, and issue #6 continues that trend. Parrott has really dug into these characters and brought out their personalities. Dan Mora and Raul Angulo continue to do wonderful artwork. There is really not much to not like about this series. With Rita's plan actually working and the Rangers struggling with their lives, things are not looking good; plus the big Homecoming dance is coming up!

Go Go Power Rangers continues to be a wonderful book and a series that I am excited to read every month. Every time I think this series cannot get any better, a new issue comes out and it tops the last. I really cannot praise this series enough; even if you do not like Power Rangers, I would still say you would like this series. Go Go Power Rangers #7 has the Rangers go to the Homecoming Dance, but Rita is not much of a dancer well except for "The Monster Mash"!

Go Go Power Rangers #8 is just another fantastic issue in this wonderful series. This continues to be a book I am excited to read each and every month. Now, this is a Shattered Grid prelude and I won't spoil anything with that, but I am a little worried the big event spilling into this little series may ruin some of the magic. Parrott has noted that though it does tie into Shattered Grid,it won't mess this series up, so I guess we will have to trust him. But, I do have my concerns.

If you are worried about Shattered Grid "messing up" the ongoing story in Go Go Power Rangers #9 do not fret. This is another excellent issue of this series. Yes it does tie-in and it pushes that event along but Parrott does not let that take away from the focus of this ongoing story and what Go Go Power Rangers is all about. Plus, I cannot complain about Dan Mora and Ral Angulo getting to take a crack at these amazing designs!

I am not the biggest fan of this tying in with Shattered Grid but Parrott has continued to make this series a great read. The core of the book remains intact and introducing the Ranger Slayer has opened up some interesting story points. Again, the art is phenomenal and I enjoy every second of looking at this series. There is really no reason any comic book fan should not be reading this!

While Go Go Power Rangers #11 was not my favorite entry to the series, it still is a very solid story and still has incredible art. I might like it more if I was more invested in The Shattered Grid storyline, but for me personally, I do not care about that. I like this series with these Rangers. Ryan Parrott has gotten me very invested in these characters and their story. So, for me, it looks like it is good that this is probably the last issue involving the whole Shattered Grid thing. This issue does have an homage cover to Kevin Smith's Mallratsposter and I have never wanted a variant cover so bad in my life!

Go Go Power Rangers #12 should be the last tie-in to Shattered Grid and hopefully it gets back to how the series started. Not that these past issues have been bad, just that Shattered Grid has taken some focus off some more intriguing storylines. Man, I am going to miss Dan Mora's art on this series. He has been wonderful since the beginning and I am truly sad to see him go. Though I am excited to see what he comes out with next. He has some incredible pages throughout this issue and leaves some big shoes to fill.

Ryan Parrott gets the story back on track in Go Go Power Rangers #13. I am still flabbergasted on how he gets everything into one issue. He brings up some key story points and leaves us on a fantastic cliffhanger as well. I hate to compare artist but this is the first issue without Dan Mora so it is hard not to. Eleonora Carlini has a great style that fits really well with the tone and feeling of Go Go Power Rangers, it just is not as charismatic or energizing as Mora's. It is not bad art at all and I am sure after an issue or two it will feel more "at home". Overall I am glad "Shattered Grid" is over and we are back to just following the early days of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

Ryan Parrott keeps delivering some wonderful stories in this series. In Go Go Power Rangers he somehow continues to grow each and every character and continues to fill out their backstories in delightful ways. All the plots are equally interesting and he keeps the reader fully engaged from page to page and issue to issue.

There is a lot going on in Go Go Power Rangers #15. I didn't even mention the subplot of Baboo maybe going behind Rita's back! Also, that ending, I have a lot of thoughts about it. Since this is spoiler free I won't talk about it, but I will definitely be reviewing issue #16 to give my thoughts on it! Again,Go Go Power Rangers is one of the best comic books out right now. I am not sure if being a Power Rangers book is why I do not hear many people talking about it, but seriously, you do not even have to be a fan of Power Rangers to enjoy the great story, character work, and incredible art delivered in this series.

Go Go Power Rangers #16 is another great entry into this series. Though I am not the biggest Green Ranger fan I like that Parrott is slowly building it up in the background of the series. Oh, you thought Parrott forgot about Jason and Trini, mysteriously having papers written for them while they were gone? Well, you will be pleasantly surprised! The art also continues to deliver month after month. This series has been blessed with some incredible talent and it has always looked great. Go Go Power Rangers is a series that I look forward to every month. It is just consistently good with great plotting, character work, great art and just being fun to read comic book!

Go Go Power Rangers is the series I most look forward to reading each and every month. It is consistently that good. I mean I read a lot of good things and it is weird for me to say because I could really care less about Power Rangers in general, but man a good comic is a good comic. Go Go Power Rangers #17 continues to grow the series and was just another fun read. Alpha-1 appearing is a fun little twist and it looks like a lot of trouble for our Ranger pals!

Go Go Power Rangers #18 is another solid entry into the series. While not my absolute favorite issue, it still does a lot of interesting things with the characters and sets up a ton of stuff going forward. Parrott continues to develop these character extremely well and has morphed them into something that the original television show could never have done. The art is top notch and fits the series perfectly. There are always some beautiful pages to stop and stare at with each issue.

Go Go Power Rangers continues to be consistently good from month to month. Each issue is just a joy to read. I continue to love this look into the Power Rangers' more everyday lives. The whole creative team works wonderfully well together. Go Go Power Rangers #19 continues to push many different plots forward and has me very excited to see what comes next!

Go Go Power Rangers #20 is a good mid-point issue for the ongoing Alpha-1 main story. Things start ramping up with that main plot while Parrott continues to develop things in the background. We also get some delightful background detail on Ernie and his juice bar that you never knew you needed. This just continues to be one of my favorite series on the shelves, the art is spectacular and a fantastic continuing story.

Honestly, the writing itself is not bad, this issue just does not offer what I loved about the series. I just wanted to continue with what was happening in Go Go Power Rangers from the start. But, I mean obviously, that can't go on forever. Which is okay; I got twenty awesome issues of some lovely storytelling and art and not everything has to be for me. Hopefully hardcore Power Rangers fans dig this and enjoy! So the score could be higher for Power Rangers fans or people really into the Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers comic. For me, I think it is time to "Morph" out of the series.

I am sure Parrot will continue to develop his ongoing stories and keep the focus on building these characters, but I can say that I am a little sad. I am going to miss just hanging out with these five "original" Power Rangers. These were the characters I grew up with and Parrott transformed them in amazing ways. I wouldn't mind having another 20 issues just following them until we caught up with other series. But things must change and go on. Plus I have all the old issues to look back on, with some beautiful artwork.

God Complex #1 is a good start to this series, while I am not completely sold on the series right now the story has enough to make me be interested and come back for more information and the characters are just wonderful to look at. I will be interested to see if the story picks up a little bit more from the first issue and if we get more information about this world in issue #2 as to not be totally lost. For now, God Complex #1 is a pretty solid first issue, not perfect, but it still has a lot to enjoy.

Overall, I am really enjoying God Complex even if I am not 100% sure of what's happening. I enjoy the world that is being built and the mythology around it. Plus, with those wonderful character designs, it is immediately eye-catching when the Rulers are on the page. God Complex #2 continues to build upon the mystery that we were introduced to in the first issue and by the end of this second issue, things only get more complicated for Seneca.

God Country #1 is a fantastic first issue, the creative team puts together a fantastic story with a great hook to it. Personally, I really like that it's tackling the issue of Alzheimer's/dementia and the strain it not only places on the person afflicted with that disease but also the strain it puts on their family members as well. It's something you do not see talked about very often and rarely in the comic book medium and it's good to have stories like this out there that shine some light on it. The set up of the issue being told as a story passed down from generations is great and give it a feel of an old west folk tale that makes the book that more enjoyable.

I am still loving this series especially how it is covering an issue like Alzheimer's while also bringing in a crazy fantasy story to boot. Shaw is building a wonderful story making Emmett a very poignant character. The scenes of an old man walking and talking with a god in the Texas landscape or both funny in a since and oddly heart breaking in God Country #2. Seeing Emmett so joyful in remembering something so simple as his name is heart breaking. It makes perfect since why he would not want to give up Valofax. The bigger question is what is that going to mean for his family and maybe the fate of earth itself? God Country #2is not only a great fantasy storybut a great story about family and disease and how that affects everything around you.

By the end of this issue, you will be dying to read the next installment in the series. God Country continues to impress with great storytelling and beautiful art that mesmerizes the reader. The creative team has made this series a must read. The tale of a man with Alzheimer's and is family struggles are just as compelling as a "god sword" battling demons and that is what makes God Country such a great comic book.

God Country #4 continues to impress with fantastic storytelling and a creative team that is firing on all cylinders. By the end of this issue, Emmett must confront that now wielding Valofax is truly affecting his family and putting them in great danger, he can't stand for that. War has come to Texas and Emmett Quinlan wants to let the gods know that now he is ready for battle! God Country is simply put and amazing book that shows comic books at its best.

Issue #5 of God Country delivers on the all out war from the previous issue and Emmett has to decision to make and what is best for his family. The creative team on God Country has truly delivered an epic story thus far and with only one more issue to go, it will interesting where they take the Quinlan family and if they can stick the proverbial landing in concluding this series. Everything comes to a head and with one more issue to go Texas will never be the same again.

God Country #6 is a satisfying conclusion to Donny Cate's and Geoff Shaw's epic tale of Quinlan family. The scope of this series was big being about "gods", wars and such, but yet it was a small family tale that is the heart and "meat" of the story. God Country is all about family and is truly a heart warming story from beginning to end and has been one of the best books of 2017 so far. God Country will grab you attention and keep you with it from beginning to end so don't wait "Come and Take it!"

Overall,Godzilla Rage Across Time #2 is not a bad book, however, it fails to deliver at the end. We get a good story of Godzilla fighting the gods of ancient Greece, but the art fails to deliver the epic feel it needs to hold the book up. While Godzilla fans will be happy to see him raging against the gods, I can't really see a casual reader wanting to go on to the next issue with no plot or story point to really hold onto.

Overall, this issue was disappointing. The first issue at least tried something different with the art, while these past two issues have just been bland and un-exciting which is a sin for a Godzilla book. Rage Across Time's story is not going to shock or amaze anybody so the art should be something that is really going to grab the reader and this just does not do that. There is really nothing here to excite the reader or have them clamoring for the next issue. Inherently that is the problem with a rotating creative team it's "like a box of chocolates you never know what you're going to get", well here is hoping issue #4 and #5 bring the rage back to this book.

Overall this is probably the second best issue of this mini series (the first issue still being the best overall), while issues #2 and #3 failed to deliver any excitement, at least issue #4 had a fun story and some nice art to look at. It is still not the greatest thing in the world, there is still no emotional connection to this comic or story line. These books really need to have big battles and set pieces to make it grab readers and keep them engaged; for the most part this issue does that. From the looks of it issue #5 should give us want we want from this series, Godzilla all out brawling with other Monsters/Dinosaurs. If you are not going to give any kind of emotional connection with a through story line or main protagonists you got to have these big set pieces and battles to have something for the reader to grasp onto. I am actually excited for issue #5 and hope it delivers!

Conclusion: Overall all issue #5 delivers what the title of this mini serieshas promised all along an all out epic battle of Godzilla in a different time period! The creative team does a good job of capturingthis and delivering that. Issue #1 did deliver some fantastic art and story, but the other issues( #2, #3, #4) failed to deliver anything too exciting. If you are looking for a Godzilla book with a great story line and epic monster battles just go buy the collection of Godzilla: Half Century Warand you won't be disappointed. If you are looking for a single issue that has almost all of Godzilla's baddies and dinosaurs with some total weirdness sprinkled in then Godzilla Rage Across Time #5willat least make you smile.

Goosebumps: Download and Die #1 is another fun issue and looks like it will be another delightful story. It does have the same pitfalls as the last three-issue arc. It starts off slow and it is a little hard to keep my interest (I ended up really liking the other two issues in the previous arc, though). I still feel like IDW would be better off taking a cue from Andrew Maclean's Head Lopper series and maybe releasing these as a nice three-issue collection every three or four months instead of one issue every month. The story follows the Goosebumps concept well, but I am not sure that transfers well into comic book form, broken up into three different parts instead of one whole story.

Goosebumps: Download and Die has picked up steam with issue#2. Mitra's new mysterious phone is starting to take her over and bad things begin to happen. Will she getrid of her phone to save her friendship, or is it the only friend she needs now? This issue ramps up the spooky/creepy side of the story and has me very interested how the story isgoing to end. With one more issue to go, Mitra is in big trouble and, as we know in the Goosebumps world, we don't always get a happy ending!

Goosebumps: Horrors of the Witch House #1 is a solid start to a new three-part Goosebumps comic. IDW has been doing a good job of getting creative teams together to not only catch that Goosebumps "essence" for the series, but the art also has a very consistent tone to it as well.

Goosebumps: The Horrors of the Witch House #2 looks to be another solid entry into IDW's comic book Goosebumps series. Again I am not sure what age group they are looking for but, these seem like a good fit for younger readers or a kid that is easily scared. They have bits and pieces of scariness but as a whole are not that frightening. I would like them to maybe get a little scarier. I am not talking full-on horror, but it does feel like they could ramp it up just a tiny bit at times.

I am judging Goosebumps Monsters at Midnight #1 on what it is a revamp of Goosebumps in comic book form for a younger audience and I am wondering how that is going to go? Do kids read Goosebumps novels anymore? I know there was a movie released last year, for someone like me who grew up reading the books and watching the tv show I get all the little jokes and nods throughout Goosebumps Monster at Midnight #1 and characters that are in it, but I am just curious how someone younger and not as familiar with the franchise would feel about Goosebumps Monsters at Midnight#1? It is a pretty good all-ages book, nothing great but it is off to a good start and I am intrigued by the rotating format that if one story does not catch my eye I will be on the look at in a few months for the next one.

Overall this first three-issue story arc for the Goosebumps comic series feels like a success. The only major problem would be that I do not like it coming out in single issues. When the three issues are combined it feels just like a Goosebumps book that would be great for kids, but being split up into three single issues the story kind of flounders. That is really the only downside and I really think this will sell great to kids as a collected story instead of in single issues.

Goosebumps: Secrets of the Swamp #1 is a great start to another Goosebumps comic book volume. From the first issue, this might be my favorite one so far. I am still not completely sold on releasing these as single issues and just not one paperback collecting the story. But I am glad they are still coming out, and hope these show up at book fairs across the country (if those are still a thing?). Travel back to Fever Swamp and remember "who's afraid of the big bad wolf?".

Goosebumps: Secrets of the Swamp #2 was a solid entry into the series but I am not sure how much it is holding my attention. The pacing felt a little weird. I am not sure how it is going to hold up for three more issues. The art is solid but I would like a little more energy from the visuals. But I still enjoy a lot of things about the series. The issue did have a nice eerie, spooky feel to it. The werewolf designs are good, and for younger readers, I can see this being a good horror medium for them.

Gotham City Monsters #1 was a great issue to get me into the "fall/Halloween" spirit even though it is early September and 96 degrees outside. Orlando does an exceptional job of writing Frankenstein and I am excited to see a lot more of that character. Orlando also makes it easy to jump into this six-issue mini-series with no prior knowledge and enjoy yourself and get invested in the story. The art is solid as well; it sets a nice tone and feel for the story and there are some good visuals throughout the issue.

Gotham City Monsters #2 is exactly the kind of book I like to read around this time of year. It has all types of weird monsters running around, it is a bit serious and it is a bit absurd and silly all at the same time. It is a little horror and a little comedy and it leans into each of those well throughout the story. While it is not "perfect", I can't help but have a good time while reading this during the spookiest month of the year.

The Grass Kingdom is a refuge for people wanting to live for themselves. This community is built upon people wanting to live apart from society and have a place under their own control. Three brothers rule the Grass Kingdom and control who comes into their refuge. When Bruce one of the three brothers is escorting a man out of town many questions are raised. Why is this land ruled deferentially, how come they can control who comes in and are they possibly harvesting a killer?

Grass Kings #2 sets the story of this series in full motion now that the series set up in issue #1 is done. We get some great character information and it leaves off with a fantastic cliffhanger. Kindt writes great emotional dialogue and has scripted a great family drama/mystery story that grips the reader's mind. Jenkins continues to give the series an almost "melancholy" feel with his art style. This issue of Grass Kings continues the mystery of "The Grass Kingdom", Kindt weaves drama and mystery together in a Twin Peaksesque town.

Matt Kindt and Tyler Jenkins prove to be a great creative team and keep delivering a fantastic story in Grass Kings. Questions are still left unanswered but in issue #3 we do start to get an inkling of why Sheriff Humbert wants in The Grass Kingdom and get some more information about the possible serial killer in the midst. The introduction of Maria into the Grass Kingdom and why she is there introduces nothing but trouble for Richard and his brothers. It has never been easy to rule the Grass Kingdom and things just got a lot more complicated for the Grass Kings.

Grass Kings has been a very interesting series so far with dream like art work from Jenkins and some very strange story and plotting, but great character work from Kindt it is definitely something that is not to be missed.

Grass Kings has been hit and miss with me so far. I really like Kindt's story-telling abilities and how he really brings each character to life and really has some heart wrenching things in this series, but the fact that it is set in the "real world" and the "Grass kingdom" is never really explained is very frustrating from a readers standpoint, especially after five issues. Jenkins's water colors are truly magical and stand out in this series, but as stated earlier his art style is not very well suited for this more action-oriented story. Grass Kings #5 is a good entry into the series and raises the stakes for what is to happen next, but it does have some major flaws to it.

Grass Kings #6 is a satisfying conclusion to the first story arc, and it succeeded in setting up major characters and plots that will hopefully be touched upon in the upcoming issues. I was hot and cold on this series" while the premise is interesting and having Robert make some huge character developments throughout these six issues was great, it is what Kindt has set up going forward that has me really excited for the future of this series. I will remain spoiler free from what the last little teaser is, but it is a shocker that will have you clamoring for the next issue!

Grass Kings #7 dives straight into the mystery of the possibility of a serial killer being in the Grass Kingdom, and it is a great turn for the series to take. After the bombastic first arc of basically going to "war" with Sheriff Humbert and discovering the history of the Grass Kingdom, it is nice to have a slow mystery that builds up tension in the kingdom and lets the reader get to know more characters in this series. Matt Kindt and Tyler Jenkins make a wonderful team and there is really nothing like Grass Kings on the shelves right now!

Grass Kings continues to be one of the most intriguing comic books out right now. The story takes so many twists and turns, and all the characters are so interesting. With each issue of Grass Kings, the story just gets taken into so many different interesting areas that we never truly know who to trust. In a place where people came to get away from society and to live off the grid, people are going to have their secrets. But could the Grass Kingdom be harvesting a serial killer, and what other secrets does this land hold?

Grass Kings has slowly become one of my favorite comic bookseries. It has this story that is completely gripping and will have you thinking about it long after you put it down. The writing, the art"it is all fantastic and has built something special. I am not sure what happens after Grass Kings #11 as at the end it says "End Part Two," but you bet I will be picking up the next issue!

Grass Kings has gone from an interesting book, that I was not really sure what it was about, to an absolute must read for me. I have talked about it a lot in past reviews, but I love how this story has transformed. I am excited for each and every issue of this series. Kindt has done an incredible job with this story and characters. Coupled with Tyler and Hilary Jenkins "dream" like art makes Grass Kings stand out in a sea of comic books.

Grass Kings feels like a good serial television show. Each issue gives the reader a little piece of a continually-building story that is slowly but surely building to a climactic ending. Kindt has woven a fantastic tale that has transformed into a superb mystery and suspenseful comic book series.

Grass Kings surprisesme with each and every issue on how much I have grown to love it. The story is fully engrossing and the mystery has dug deep into my psyche. Grass Kings #14 is thepenultimate issue with only one more issue to go before the series conclusion! Everything is set up in this issue for the big finale and Ihonestly do not know what is going to happen and it has me very excited!

Grass Kings #15 is a good ending to a great series. It does not wrap everything up in a nice, neat bow, but it will give the reader a lot to think about and it does not disappoint. The pacing of the final issue is done tremendously well and does not string along any of its big reveals. Grass Kings is a series that has grown on me with each and every issue. It is a series that, as each issue ended, it was satisfying but had me looking forward to the next one. I am very excited to read this all in one big collection now to see if there are any clues I missed in the first few issues about what was happening in the Grass Kingdom.

Green Arrow #30 (Hard-Traveling Hero Part 5) is another great entry in this series. Ollie is in a lot of trouble, but luckily he has friends on the ground and in the air to help him out. Will it be enough to defeat the nefarious Ninth Circle? Benjamin Percy nails all the voices of the characters and is weaving a fantastic tale. Having Otto Schmidt on art duties raises this series to a new level, with his superb character detail and great visual story telling ability. The hard-traveling heroes road only gets harder from here and in space, where no one can hear you scream!

Green Arrow #31 is an end to the Hard Traveling Hero storyline, but it may not be the end of Oliver Queen's life on the road. With beautiful art and an all-around fun superhero story, this is a must-read for Green Arrow and DC comics fans alike. This story has definitely pushed Green Arrow in a new direction and it is going to be very exciting to see where the creative team takes the Emerald Archer from here! The hard travels are over, but the adventures are just beginning!

All in all, I am glad I jumped back on Green Arrow. The new creative team is delivering a very interesting story. Green Arrow is fighting against a new villain in Nothing and by the end of Green Arrow #39, the emerald archer is in some deep trouble.Jackson Lanzing & Collin Kelly create a good jumping on point for new readers and start this new story off with a bang, whileMarcio Takara andMarcelo Maiolo deliver some superb artwork. I hope the bi-weekly schedule does not throw Takara off of Green Arrow for the next issue. But, the story is interesting enough in its own right to hold me for another issue at least.

The Green Lantern #1 is a solid start to the series. I don't think it will be as mind-blowing as people are expecting, but I also do not think that is what Morrison is going for, either. It fits his idea of "space cop drama." That has me really interested to continue this series to see what predicaments he puts Hal Jordan in. It also helps the art is marvelous in The Green Lantern #1. Sharp and Orzechowski bring a visual flair to The Green Lantern #1 that is a pure delight to look at.

The Green Lantern #2 is a hard book for me to judge. I like most of it. The story is intriguing and after this issue, I have somewhat of a better grasp on it. I enjoy the art as well; Sharp has a wonderfully detailed style and I love seeing all of these crazy aliens brought to life. On the other hand, I was very confused about a lot of things storywise in this issue and mainly my faith in Grant Morrison bringing this all together in later issues kept me. The art also is not very dynamic. It looks beautiful but I wish it had a little more "flow" or a sense of motion to it. The Green Lantern #2 is a solid issue with some flaws. For now, it has enough good going for it to keep me on board.

I feel the same way after I read an issue of The Green Lantern as I do after watching an episode of Twin Peaks. I am not 100% sure what I saw or what it was about, but I liked it. We saw some crazy visuals and it had familiar story points, and then it went in an odd direction. And, much like a Twin Peaks episode, I immediately wanted to talk with somebody about it. The Green Lantern #6 is a great "episode" in this series; if you have been liking it so far, then you will adore this issue.

Being my first ever Green Lantern centered comic book experience, I was super impressed with Green Lanterns #34. Tim Seeley writes a really great comic book and this issue had everything that I look for in a good superhero story. The heroes have regular everyday life struggles that they have to deal with while still going out and doing something extraordinary. Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz have some great scenes together and I really like them as a team. Green Lanterns #34 was a really fun read for me and I will definitely be following the series for the near future!

I am loving Green Lanterns. The past two issues I have read have been just wonderful superhero books. Tim Seeley delivers what I want in a superhero story. We get to see our heroes doing ordinary things and extraordinarythings simultaneously. We get to see them rise up and become something greater while they attempt to live ordinary lives. The art is also amazing in Green Lanterns #35. The artwork is bold and fits perfectly in a superhero book. I continue to be impressed with how easy it was for a new reader (of Green Lanterns) to jump in on this series in the 34th issue and still enjoy the story. I am excited about this issue and what comes next and that's a great credit to the creative team!

Green Lanterns continuesto just be a great superhero comic book, it is tons of fun to read and the story continues to build upon itself having the reader anticipating the next issue. Tim Seeley has made me a fan of Green Lanterns Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz, so if you are looking for a good superhero comic book then you may want to check this series out!

alternate cover by Brandon PetersonGreen Lanterns is quickly becoming one of my favorite comic books to read. It is has a very "classic" comic-book feel to me. That is not putting itdown or anything. It just feels like Green Lanterns has that great superhero comic-book feel to it that I do not get from other series. The story is good and has a nice cliffhanger ending and the art is very solid (I just wish we could get a consistentteam on this series). I am excited to read Green Lanterns every time it comes out, and for me, that is the sign of a good series!

I don't want to stereotype '90s comics anymore than they already are. There are some great ones in this era. The same as with every era, there are stinkers in all of them. Grifter #1 just happens to play into just about every '90s comic stereotype. The storytelling is not very good and I lost my interest in this character after two pages. It is all a bit too self-serious and just not for me.

Grit #1 is another one of those books that I am liking the concept behind, but it felt like it is just missing a tiny something in this first issue to make it all come together. The art is good and the character is interesting, but it just needs maybe that "extra pinch of salt" to really bring out the flavor. Maybe the second issue will bring that; we will just have to wait and see, for now.

Grit #2 is a solid entry and a good second issue. If you liked the first issue then you will certainly love Grit #2. I am not exactly sure what the series is, what it is going for, or where it is going. But it is not boring and will keep you interested through each page-turn. The art delivers from page to page. For right now, Grit is about an old man killing goblins, witches, demons, and who knows what else. In Grit #2 he may even make a "frenemy".

Grit #3 was a good issue and a pretty solid ending to the series. But I am a bit torn with the series as a whole. On one hand, I really just like the feel and tone of it. The setting, Old Man Barrow, Ari the Witch are all wonderfully done. It was a fun three-issue romp and I want more. But at the same time, the story itself told in these three issues really didn't knock my socks off. It was okay, but felt like it needed more breathing room.

Overall this comic delivers just about exactly what it promises, so in that, it is a success. The main take away from this Issue is that Grumpy Cat and Garfield apparently live in the same universe, on the same earth and relatively close to each other. That makes the differing visuals and colors all that more striking and odd. Shouldn't they look somewhat the same or at least be from alternate Earths or realities. I am probably thinking way too much into a Grumpy Cat Garfield comic if you like either one of these cats you will find this somewhat entertaining.

I am not exactly sure what to tell you about Haha #1. The story is a strange one, something that I just can't quite put my finger on. It is one of those stories that, after you put it down, still kind of sticks with you for an odd reason. Not for the normal reasons, just because it is so odd and that, for me, I keep coming up with different reasons for what Prince may have been going for.

Hal Jordan and the Green Lanterns #37 has a pretty solid story with some beautiful art. Hal and Kyle are going toe to toe with Zod while John has his own internal battle with giving the Guardians a second chance. All around this is a fun comic and a good jumping-on point for a new reader. The story arc is off to a solid start, and if the art stays this stellar, we are in for a ride. I like what is set up in this issue and will be coming back for more!

Overall, I am liking the story being told in Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #38. Again, it is not a groundbreaking story or anything, but it is a solid superhero story. It is cool to see the Lanterns go up against unusual villains and how they are going to deal with them. The only major let down is the art stumbles a little with issue #38 when compared to issue #37. While still good comic book art it lacks the energy of issue #37.

Hal Jordan and The Green Lantern Corps #40 is just plain and simple a fun superhero comic book. The story is not groundbreaking or anything super special, but it does not always have to be. Sometimes I just want my heroes to do superhero stuff and that is exactly what this story arc is delivering. It is letting the Green Lanterns looseon some Kryptonianfoes and it is just fun! The art really shines in Hal Jordan and The Green Lantern Corps #40. It is wonderfully detailed and fills the issue with tons of excitement and energy. No, it is not the greatestthing I have ever read or seen, but man it was a joy and a delight to read!

Rosenberg weaves a fun and dramatic story and looks to be putting his own stamp on the character of Clint Barton. Meanwhile, Otto Schmidt delivers some splendid visuals that add in a fun and adventurous tone to the series.

Hawkeye: Freefall #3 confirms that there is no logical reason you should not be reading this series. It is fun and dramatic and keeps the reader on their toes throughout. The art is a visual splendor to look at and fits the tone of the series perfectly. Since the mystery is out that Hawkeye is Ronin, Clint's life has gotten a lot harder. Can he trust a former henchman of The Hood to keep his secret? Why would Clint Barton, the Avenger, do this, and exactly how is he doing this? Find out in Hawkeye: Freefall #3.

Hawkeye: Freefall #5 is another great issue in this series. As I spoke about before I love the tension and tone it builds throughout the issue. You can feel and know something is going to go wrong and when it does it goes from bad to worse for Clint Barton. Even though it is only digital know I am glad the series is at least getting to get finished up and maybe we will get a nice print collection soon! Plus I mean hey new comics so can't complain too much right now!

The art, obviously, I love, and Otto Schmidt continues to do stunning work. I hope Hawkeye: Freefall #6 is not the last we see of him at Marvel. There are a ton of other characters I would love to see him draw. Just great work all around; the art has been fantastic through each and every issue of this series.

I mostly enjoyed Hawkman #5; it was a fun story that harkened back to the golden age era. I do wish we would stop focusing on Hawkman's past and just let him do some adventure stuff orhave some kind of other stories though. The art, for the most part, is good sequential work. There is one big error in Hawkman #5. In one panel toward the beginning, The Atom is supposed to be explaining to Hawkman that he is in the Microverse but the balloon dialogue boxes are on the wrong characters. In all fairness, I am reading an early digital review copy so hopefully, this got fixed. But it is a pretty big error and it threw me off for a few seconds.

Everyone's favorite warrior is back for another adventure and it does not take long for the heads to start flying! Head Lopper is back for another adventure! He is joined by his fellow warriors Zhaania Kota K and her apprentice XHO. Oh yes and Agatha is still hanging with Head Lopper making snippy comments. Zhaania has a score to settle and the battle begins at the Crimson Tower. Beast will be battled, the adventure will be had and yes heads will be lopped!

This issue is another great entry into the Head Lopper series. Maclean continues to deliver a story that has action, adventure, and drama that should not be missed by any comic book fan. Having Jordie Bellaire join in on the fun enhances the story and art to another degree. Ulrich "The Twice Damned" will try to stop Norgal "The Head Lopper" at any cost, will it be Norgal and his warrior friends blood that fills The Crimson Tower or can they conquer Ulrich and his devilish trials?

Head Lopper continues to be one of the most exciting and best-looking books on the shelves; with a great adventure fantasy story that will have the reader on the edge of their seat and will have their eyes gleaming with excitement. The quarterly installments of this series fit perfectly and you get more than your money's worth with Head Lopper #7. With only one more issue to go the warriors a getting closer and closer to getting to the end of the Trial of the Crimson Tower, with so many warriors already lost will they be able to defeat the Trails of the Crimson Towers or fall to its might?

Head Lopper #8 alt cover by Skinner, Alexis ZirrittHead Lopper and the Crimson Tower is an absolutely fantastic read and Head Lopper #8 has a near-perfect ending for this storyline. MacLean pulls out all the stops and will definitely have the readers on the edge of their seats while reading this issue! It is the big finale of the Crimson Tower storyline and blood will be drawn, tears will be shed and, oh yes, heads will be lopped!

Head Lopper #9: And the Knights of Venoriah Vol. 3 (1 of 4) starts off another head-lopping adventure you are not going to want to miss out on! Andrew MacLean brings Norgal and Agatha back for another exciting adventure. With 56 pages of action, adventure, drama, it is well worth $4.99.

Head Lopper #11 is another good entry into the series. I like the quarterly format; it is just that in this Vol. 3 of the series there is a lot more going on with multiple characters, and at times it is a little hard to remember the main story thread. It still remains a wonderful sword-and-sorcery, fantasy, hack-and-slash story like none other. The art is stunningly good. And I am always excited to see what Andrew MacLean has dreamed up for each new issue.

Head Lopper #12 is a very satisfying ending to the third volume of the great quarterly adventure comic. While I do feel like the story may have had a bit too much going on at times, it did not deter my overall enjoyment of the series. We get some interesting new insights to our favorite Head Lopping hero and really, this issue feels like the ending to a big movie. We get the huge sprawling battle against a vast variety of foes and a nice setup for the continuing adventures of Norgal and Agatha. I do also continue to really enjoy the quarterly format, even though this volume maybe had a bit too much going on for it. It is nice to get a big bulky story.

If you are a fan of Head Lopper then you have been foaming at the mouth to get your hands on Head Lopper #13. If you are new to the adventure you probably want to pick up the first three volumes. Head Lopper and the Quest for Mulgrid's Stair Vol. 4 (#1 of 4) is a wonderful start to another quarterly adventure for Norgal. Full of intrigue, deception, and secrets revealed (and of course head-lopping), this is an issue not to be missed!

While Head Lopper #14 might not have had as "full" of a story as previous installments, it is still an incredibly good issue and just continues to be a fantastic series, overall. I don't think there has been a bad issue of Head Lopper. If you are looking for an adventure comic full of sword, sorcery, monsters, and intriguing characters, you have to be reading Head Lopper.

A quarter of the year is already done and we get a Head Lopper issue to celebrate. Head Lopper #15 is an excellent issue and a great entry to this series. Maclean gets a lot more in-depth with our bearded, head-lopping hero, Norgal. Has slowly started to peel back the layers to him, with great effect. MacLean also does a great job of bringing us back into the fold of the story. After three months away, it can be a little difficult to remember where we left off. MacLean has seemed to have found that sweet spot of not totally recapping the issue, but yet, still giving us enough information to jog our memories.

If you love fantasy adventure comics you should be reading Head Lopper. The quarterly format is fantastic and you get a wealth of story for your money. Head Lopper #16 wraps up the most recent story arc with some wild action. Maclean also sets things up for the next quarterly adventure in fantastic ways. I am truly excited to see what he has in store for Norgal and the crew as their journey continues.

It is hard to pin down what exactly Home Sick Pilots #1 is, or wants to be. As solid as the first issue is, it still hasn't completely sold me yet. But I am interested to see where the creative team wants to take this story.

Home Sick Pilots #2 is an odd book. From a high school punk band finding a place to do a show, to a girl dealing with her own self and tragedy by becoming a specter of a house and findings its lost objects, it is a weird setup. But man, I am certainly digging it right now. I won't say it is perfect, but I find myself captivated by it.

Home Sick Pilots is a weird adventure and I am all aboard for it. It is heartfelt and emotional, yet fun and goofy at the same time. It is scary and morose, yet still fun and full of mystery. A mixture of a bunch of different things that, when I say out loud, totally shouldn't work together. But I find myself excited for each issue now.

I just don't know what to really think about Home Sick Pilots #4 or the series. Look, I am very much enjoying myself with each and every issue. It mixes and matches seriousness with fun. It is weird and interesting. I just wish I had a little more of the story to hold onto. We get some interesting developments in this issue, but it also opens up a whole new set of questions, while others have yet to be answered.

Home Sick Pilots #5 wraps up the first story arc for the series. It is a weird one to end on, just in that, it is five issues and not the standard four or six issue story arc for the trade paperback. But also that by the end of this issue we are on a completely different story than what the series started. And that first story still has a thousand questions from me. I thought this was going to be series about a high school punk band and a haunted house. Which is kind of is, but also turned into a Power Rangers, Ghostbusters series as well.

But, man do I really continue to like it and want more at the same time. These ghosts/mech/creature things continue to be great. I mean you mention '90s power rangers, punk rock and giant battles I am coming for more.

Home Sick Pilots continues to be a series for me that I like, but have a hard time with at the same time. I think the first few issues not focusing on the characters hurt it a little bit. As these issues start to connect us back with the friends/bandmates of The Home Sick Pilots. Bt, the concept and overall "idea" of the story coming together is a ton of fun. Giant walking, fighting haunted houses, controlled like mechs powered by ghosts! I think this series is starting to slowly morph into what it needs to be, just hope it is not too late for it.

Home Sick Pilots #8 is another solid entry in the series. But, I wish it would lean a little more into the "campiness" of it all. I wish that "Power Rangers" vibe bled a little bit more through with the series. As much as I like the idea and most parts of the story it still just feels like it is missing a little something to make it great.

There are a lot of good things I like about Home Sick Pilots. The characters are well written and the story concept is fantastic. I mean ghost powered giant robots fighting ghost powered haunted houses and 90's high school punk bands! Plus the visuals are tremendously well done and the overall design of the series is fantastic.

For me Home Sick Pilots #11 fulfills what this book promised to be. It is a highly fun and imaginative book that is all sorts of goofiness that a plot of giant mech type things powered by ghosts should be. But it also, plays with that serious note as well. The story tone is balances wonderfully well in this issue. It is that high school, punk band, coming of age, power rangers esq book that was promised. It is wholeheartedly serious and dramatic story telling, yet silly and fun all at the same time!

Home Sick Pilots #12 brings a wild Scooby Doo adventure to the punk rock kids. Having to chase down the final ghost for the Old James House opens up the mystery and the history of how this all came to be. The series has been on a big upswing for me recently and I dug everything about this issue. From the drama/friendship between Rip and Buzz to the wonderful creature designs featured. I do still find myself wishing this series was more episodic. I mean I know I said Scooby Doo, but just imagine Scooby Doo episodes but with a Home Sick Pilots twist!

House of X #1 was a hard review for me in the writing. Like most of Hickman's stuff is, it is dense and high-concept and usually takes a while for a payoff. I like it and don't like it at the same time. It has me very interested to see what he has in store down the line and what happens with Marvel's mutants. Which is a very good thing to do. At the same time, I don't know how enjoyable the single issues are. The art is good; while not my favorite style, it looks good and has some great detail throughout the issue.

There is a lot to like about I Walk With Monsters #1. Strong opening scene, with great artwork. It digs into some hard subjects and keeps you guessing. The only major fall for the issue is the length and/or pacing. The first issue just feels all too short and we do not get enough story. I Walk With Monsters #1 really needed to be a double-sized issue. It would have let the story breathe a little bit more, while also let us get to know the characters more. Everything is still surrounded by this haze of vagueness. Which, overall, is not a bad thing; I just feel as a reader I needed a little more to hang onto. It would have had me excited and ready for the next issue.

I feel bad for giving such a harsh review, but it feels like the idea of TMNT 20/20 had a lot of potential but was squandered on too big of an idea for the story. The story had some bright spots, as Allor always shines on the dialogue of the TMNT characters. The whole plot of the story and framing just fell flat for me. The art, while very solid art, just lacked imagination and storytelling. There was a lot that Daniels could have done with the characters' design, but they for some reason they were kept exactly the same. TMNT 20/20 is not a terrible comic, but it is definitely doesn't do anything that memorable either.

Overall I enjoyed The Immortal Hulk #1. I like the more horror-themed take on the Hulk and the questions that arise. The art is great and fits the mood and tone of the story perfectly. It is hard to judge from here where exactly the story is going to go and how it will unfold. It is a new, interesting take on the Hulk, and while I did not love everything about it, this first issue definitely has me coming back for #2.

The Immortal Hulk #17 is really just a creative team firing on all cylinders. The writing and art all match the tone and feel of the story being delivered. They each build upon one another in fantastic ways. Immediately from the opening pages, you get a sense of tense dread as we go through the story being told. Just wonderful storytelling being done! If you are not reading The Immortal Hulk I implore you to give it a chance.

I was a really big fan of Kaare Andrews Iron Fist The Living Weapon run and when this series was announced last year I was very excited to see Pei back and have a follow up to her story. Kaare Andrews delivers a very intriguing story in Iron Fists #1. It is too bad the art just does not fit the series. The faces and characters just feel really out of place and take the reader out of the story.

Immortal Iron Fists #2 is a fun entry into this six issue bi-weekly Comixology exclusive comic series (you can check it out for "free" on Comixology Unlimited right now!). I still have the same continuity hang ups as in some other Marvel series (I am looking at you The Defenders) I am not sure when or where that this takes place in the larger Marvel Comics Universe, but it is best that I do not think about that. Pei is finding out that public school may be a lot harder than anything she experienced inK'un L'un. Still trying to find her place, learning the teachings from her Thunderer the Iron Fist himself Danny Rand and making true friends is tougher than she thought.

Infinity Wars: Prime #1 has an ending that you definitely will not see coming and is a great start to this event. I am not the biggest Marvel Cosmic fan or a fan of events, but this one has me hooked for a little while just to see how the things that happen in this issue shake out. I do have some hang-ups story- and art-wise, but overall this was pretty interesting, and the whole Marvel Universe should be on notice after this issue!

I was looking forward to Infinity Wars: Arachknight #1, as I am a big Moon Knight fan. and the Soldier Supreme issue was excellent. Sadly this was just a very basic by-the-book story. I did like the framing of the Green Goblin as a werewolf-like creature; that was cool. Other than that, the story and art just felt very uninspired. Not that it was terrible"far from it. It's just not anything special either.

Iron Fist #1 is a great entry into a new Iron Fist comic series and from the end of the first issue, it looks like it is going to be a long brutal road for Danny to get his power back. This first issue sets up the series nicely and has the reader looking forward to what new warriors Danny is going to meet in the future. If you Just try not to worry about the continuity or the larger marvel universe then Iron Fist #1 excels in putting together a fantastic start to a new series.

Maybe it is because I have been watching old Kung-Fu movies on Netflix recently or I have been listening to too much Wu-Tang Clan but this issue is exactly what I am looking for right now in an Iron Fist book. We get a great classic set up of Danny having to battle his way through seven different masters of Kung-Fu each with their own style, design, and name, much like the classic films Five Deadly Venoms (Five Venoms), The Mystery of Chess Boxing, and The Five Elements of Ninjas, along with some other great Kung-Fu movie tropes, it is just fantastic having this series embrace those roots.

With each issue of Iron Fist, the series keeps getting better and better. Each introduction of a new master leaves the reader with intrigue and questions of what they bring to the fight and how or if Danny will be able to defeat them. Brisson also is creatinga great story behind the Trial of the Seven Masters that has double crossings and other sneaky business going behind the scenes of the battles. The art team is just fantastic and bring these brutal fight scenes to life. Iron Fist is definitely not a series to miss if you dig Bruce Lee or old Kung-Fu movies you will adore Iron Fist #3!

Iron Fist continues to feel like a wonderful Kung-Fu movie that just keeps adding more and more layers to it. With superb writing from Brisson who knows how to take the series seriously but also knows when to keep the mood light, to some wonderful action panels from Mike Perkins,Iron Fist continues to be a fun read and great all around comic book.

I have been loving this series since the beginning and it looks like this storyline is concluding with the next issue. Ed Brisson has developed this story perfectly and it is paying off. Mike Perkins and Andy Troy continue to convey the Kung fu action perfectly and spectacularly. The whole creative team has made Iron Fist feel like an epic Kung fu movie and I am loving every second of it. Danny Rand pulls out all the stops to defend K'un-Lun in Iron Fist #76.

So, Iron Fistis in a pretty strange place. It has not been solicited past issue #80, so that means the series is canceled and probably going to end during this crossoverwith Damnation. I have faith that Brisson can still end the series well as he has been doing a stellar job since the beginning. It is sad thatDamian Couceiro is only getting three issues. I would like to see more of what he can do with Iron Fist. Well, we still have at least two more issues to look forward to and, in issue #79, Danny Rand finds himself in a cage fight against a familiar face!

I have really liked this Iron Fist series since it started and it has been one of my favoriteMarvel Comics on the shelves. I hate to see it go out like this. It feels like Ed Brisson had some bigger ideas that had to get smashed together and or sidelined. It is not that Iron Fist #80 is bad, but I feel like it could have been so much more if given more time. So, that being said Iron Fist #80 does leave Danny Rand in an interesting place in his life. I will be excited to see if/when he gets a new series if these plot points are picked back up. Plus Danny still has to help save Las Vegas in Doctor Strange: Damnation #4.

Iron Fist: Heart of the Dragon #1 is a solid start to this limited series. Now, would I say it is a must-buy or a great introduction to the character Danny Rand? Probably not, but if you are a seasoned Marvel or Iron Fist fan then you will certainly find a lot to enjoy in this series and look forward to the next installment.

You know I was not super-excited about Iron Fist: Heart of the Dragon #2. I mean, I enjoyed the first issue and I am a huge Iron Fist fanboy, but it just didn't have me super-hyped. But, man, this was a fun issue. I loved every little bit of it. Hama builds up the story well, while Wachter and Menon drop some beautiful artwork. I am very excited for the next for issues after what has happened here.

Iron Fist: Heart of the Dragon is extremely fun and exciting! Heart of the Dragon #3 continues to build the series up and tease some very interesting things to come. I love the "team" aspect of this issue and series. Hama deals with each well, while not neglecting our main character Danny Rand and continuing to build an intriguing story. The art brings the superhero action to life, with some mesmerizing dragons. Hama has also done an excellent job of involving the whole Marvel Universe adding in new and old lore alike. I am excited to read this series every time it hits the stands.

Iron Fist: Heart of the Dragon #4 is the strongest issue yet of this six-issue mini-series. If you are an Iron Fist fan this is a must-buy. Now, none Iron Fist fans or those not familiar with the lore might be a little perplexed, but all in all the story goes to 11 by the end of the issue. The art also continues to be great and honestly seems to be improving with every issue. Maybe not the best book released this week, but definitely the book I enjoyed reading the most!

I enjoyed my time with Jim Henson's Storyteller: Ghosts #3. It makes me want to pick up the other two issues and awaiting the 4th and final one as well. It also has me wanting to pick up the other books and maybe even checking out the show. I guess the only minor complaint is that it does feel very short. I feel it may service the series better when all four short stories in the anthology are collected. But this short story, in particular, reminds me of things like Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark and such great haunting collections from my childhood. So, if you are looking for something in that vein then check out Jim Henson's Storyteller: Ghosts #3.

Honestly not much to say about Jim Henson's Storyteller: Ghosts #4. If you liked the other issues you will like this one. If you enjoy short stories about folklore mixed with supernatural then you definitely need to check this issue (and the other three) out. VER does a great job of capturing the essence of this series and you will not be disappointed. This is going to make a great collection for kids and adults that I hope they have out in time for Halloween this year!

Not being a big John Carter person this story has really piqued my interest. It is very intriguing with this new emperor and how our main protagonist is going to deal with what he is doing. The destruction and overtaking of Baroom is interesting, but the real story is going to be how John Carter and Dejah Thoris deal with theemotional aspect of who this new emperor is. I really like Sherman's art besides the lack of detail, but his "scratchy" style makes the story feel that more desperate and the area "war-torn". This is a great creative team and they are delivering a John Carter story that will peak anybody's interest.

John Carter The End #2 is gaining steam as a nice mini-series in the "John Carter universe". With Brian Wood and Alex Cox driving a more emotional story by driving a wedge between Dejah and Carter and building the stakes with the possible extinction of Mars native race. Sherman's art styling brings the brutal action to life but lacks some finer details to fully engulf the story

The story in this issue is exceptionally well done. It has great action and political intrigue that will have you guessing even after the final page, setting up the next issue perfectly. It is too bad the art does not follow such a great story.

Issue #4 of John Carter The End continues to be a fantastic entry into Dynamites John Carter comic series. With great political intrigue and a mystery that keeps unfolding it will definitely have readers guessing until the end. The art team really picks up steam in this issue and does probably their best work of the series. Sherman does a great job of getting emotion out of his characters while O'Halloran shows off his coloring skills effectively using some more brighter tones that really shine off the pages.

John Carter: The End #5 is a good ending to a very intriguing mini series. The writers did a great job of telling a more emotional;, political John Carter story. While it does have its hiccups and it can be a little confusing for those of us not so well informed about this universe, they successfully tell a complete story that will have the reader invested in these characters throughout. The art as stated early is a mixed bag, it is good at times and bad at times depending on the scene set up and shot, but as with the writing it successfully gets the characters story across. John Carter: The End did not make me into a John Carter fan but it did get me to enjoy a John Carter comic and that is not nothing.

I am not sure why or who decided to go ahead with Journey Into Mystery: The Birth of Krakoa #1 one-shot, but I am glad Marvel let the creators tell this story.

Howl of the Wolf is a fantastic one shot Deviation book that is a lot of fun and really is a high point for IDW's Deviation line. McCrea does a great job of making the book feel "serious" while all along having that "wink" and "nudge" throughout the story that it is obviously not taking itself too seriously. If you are a fan of Judge Dredd, werewolves or just all around fun comics you are not going to be disappointed. IDW is also releasing a reprint the original story line Cry of the Werewolf available the same day as this issue so readers and get a double dose of "Wolf Dredd" action, don't miss out.

I was not expecting much out of Juggernaut #1, besides some splendid Ron Garney art. Well, we get that and an actually pretty good start to an interesting story, as well. Cain Marko is not a character I think of much besides it's pretty cool when he shows up to a fight, but in Juggernaut #1 finds him maybe turning into something a bit different and I find myself invested in his personal journey.

Juggernaut #3 is a solid issue that just lacked a bit of the heart the other two previous issues had. Still not a terrible issue, but it could have been more. I do like that we get a little more backstory on this new armor, and the continued friendship of Juggernaut and D-Cell continues to be a highlight. The art once again is fantastic; all-around great work from Garney and Milla, who always collaborate well together.

I thoroughly enjoyed Jughead The Hunger #1 as much as Jughead The Hunger one-shot, it is a perfect continuation of that story and the creative team is building a fantastic werewolf series. These Archie Universe characters lend themselves very well to horror type stories as we have seen in series like Afterlife with Archie, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and not so much horror but in the Riverdale tv show. Jughead The Hunger #1 continues that great storytelling and will hook you in with a fantastic story and art that pops off the page.

Jughead: The Hungeris a howling good time (sorry, had to do that). With great pacing, twist and turns along with some beautiful art this is a fantastic one-shot story from beginning to end. It is almost sad that this is only a one-shot with all the great stuff in this issue I could definitely could have seen this stretched out into another issue or two. That being said it works very well as a single story that has a great beginning, middle and an ending that leaves the door open for the reader's mind to wander. The horror line of Archie Comics continues to impress and this is another entry readers are not going to want to miss!