No More Mutants!
This week I wanted to read an event series Marvel made in 2005, The House of M. I’d referenced the story a couple weeks back when I spoke of the anniversary of the Fantastic Four but wanted to give the story itself some time in the spotlight.
While you’re getting a good story here, it has its flaws. One theme I find common in Brian Bendis’s work is during event stories like this, he has an antagonist that is barely in the story. In Age of Ultron for example, the title implies you have a villain who the protagonists will do their best to fight off when in fact the story itself deals with an alternate timeline where the heroes react to actions the villain has already committed.
In this story, The X-Men and The Avengers decide they have to do something about the insanity of Scarlet Witch.
This week I wanted to read an event series Marvel made in 2005, The House of M. I’d referenced the story a couple weeks back when I spoke of the anniversary of the Fantastic Four but wanted to give the story itself some time in the spotlight.
While you’re getting a good story here, it has its flaws. One theme I find common in Brian Bendis’s work is during event stories like this, he has an antagonist that is barely in the story. In Age of Ultron for example, the title implies you have a villain who the protagonists will do their best to fight off when in fact the story itself deals with an alternate timeline where the heroes react to actions the villain has already committed.
In this story, The X-Men and The Avengers decide they have to do something about the insanity of Scarlet Witch.
- 8/23/2016
- by Tim Jousma
- LRMonline.com
This week I try to find some diamonds in the rough of Civil War Ii mania! Can Power Man Luke Cage Fly? What happened to Banner after Amadeus became the Hulk? Is Hank Pym really back? All these questions answered and more! Got a book you’ve been thinking about reading but want to know more before picking it up? Let me know and I’ll review a few issues for you!
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Captain America: Sam Wilson #10
Story: Nick Spencer Art: Angel Unzueta Colors: Cris Peter
Review: Nick Spencer has been writing a really fun series here staring Sam Wilson as Captain America and all the trials and tribulations he has to go through carrying that moniker. Sam is a very different Cap, whereas Steve Rogers would try to stay out of the politics unless needed Sam is very much calling people...
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Captain America: Sam Wilson #10
Story: Nick Spencer Art: Angel Unzueta Colors: Cris Peter
Review: Nick Spencer has been writing a really fun series here staring Sam Wilson as Captain America and all the trials and tribulations he has to go through carrying that moniker. Sam is a very different Cap, whereas Steve Rogers would try to stay out of the politics unless needed Sam is very much calling people...
- 6/25/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
Here are some Marvel Comics I got to read for the week of May 25.
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Totally Awesome Hulk #6
Story: Greg Pak Art: Mike Choi Colors: Andrew Crossley
Review: Greg Pak turns in another fun chapter in the “Chulks” life, as Amadeus experiences the fun “misunderstanding/fight/team up against villain” encounter with Thor. Last issue Hulk was brainwashed into doing something pretty bad for Enchantress and now he must make things right. The story loosely ties into the struggles Thor is going through in her own book at the moment with Malekith nicely, and I enjoyed the continuity there. Mike Choi continues to deliver some absolutely spectacular art and really is a stand out to keep an eye on, along with the beautiful colors by Andrew Crossley. The series continues to be entertaining and nice departure from the old “Hulk Smash” story lines.
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Totally Awesome Hulk #6
Story: Greg Pak Art: Mike Choi Colors: Andrew Crossley
Review: Greg Pak turns in another fun chapter in the “Chulks” life, as Amadeus experiences the fun “misunderstanding/fight/team up against villain” encounter with Thor. Last issue Hulk was brainwashed into doing something pretty bad for Enchantress and now he must make things right. The story loosely ties into the struggles Thor is going through in her own book at the moment with Malekith nicely, and I enjoyed the continuity there. Mike Choi continues to deliver some absolutely spectacular art and really is a stand out to keep an eye on, along with the beautiful colors by Andrew Crossley. The series continues to be entertaining and nice departure from the old “Hulk Smash” story lines.
- 6/2/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
International Iron Man #2
Story: Brian Michael Bendis Art: Alex Maleev
Synopsis:
The mystery of Tony's real parents reveals some truths behind the history of the Marvel Universe that have been kept hidden for decades. Can Tony unravel the mystery before deadly history repeats itself?
Review:
More details are revealed about Tony’s relationship with Cassandra and how it might be the cause for all his current relationship problems. Also it’s hinted at in current times, Cassandra might know something about Tony’s real parents. A bit of a “filler” issue, but still some excellent art from Alex Maleev. Might be worth skipping and just getting a trade later on.
Score C+ The Ultimates #6
Story: Al Ewing Art: Christian Ward
Synopsis:
Once he was the Devourer of Worlds -- but now, at long last, his endless hunger has been cured. But is there a hidden price? What does it mean...
Story: Brian Michael Bendis Art: Alex Maleev
Synopsis:
The mystery of Tony's real parents reveals some truths behind the history of the Marvel Universe that have been kept hidden for decades. Can Tony unravel the mystery before deadly history repeats itself?
Review:
More details are revealed about Tony’s relationship with Cassandra and how it might be the cause for all his current relationship problems. Also it’s hinted at in current times, Cassandra might know something about Tony’s real parents. A bit of a “filler” issue, but still some excellent art from Alex Maleev. Might be worth skipping and just getting a trade later on.
Score C+ The Ultimates #6
Story: Al Ewing Art: Christian Ward
Synopsis:
Once he was the Devourer of Worlds -- but now, at long last, his endless hunger has been cured. But is there a hidden price? What does it mean...
- 4/29/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
Uncanny X-Men #600
Written by Brian Michael Bendis
Pencils by Sara Pichelli, Mahmud Asrar, Stuart Immonen, Kris Anka, Chris Bachalo, David Marquez, Frazer Irving
Inks by Wade Von Grawbadger, Tim Townsend, Mark Irwin
Colors by Marte Garcia, Jason Keith, Chris Bachalo, Frazer Irving
Letters by Vc’s Joe Caramagna
Published by Marvel Comics
Here it is, after a needless and mysterious six month delay, Uncanny X-Men #600 has finally been released. There are two prevailing theories as to why Marvel chose to push back the release date from May, the time that all their series were wrapping up, to November, when Marvel was in the midst of creating their new status quo. Marvel either wanted to use this anniversary issue as a springboard to their new status quo but feared that the six month gap between the original release date and the debut of their all-new #1’s may cause readers to lose interest.
Written by Brian Michael Bendis
Pencils by Sara Pichelli, Mahmud Asrar, Stuart Immonen, Kris Anka, Chris Bachalo, David Marquez, Frazer Irving
Inks by Wade Von Grawbadger, Tim Townsend, Mark Irwin
Colors by Marte Garcia, Jason Keith, Chris Bachalo, Frazer Irving
Letters by Vc’s Joe Caramagna
Published by Marvel Comics
Here it is, after a needless and mysterious six month delay, Uncanny X-Men #600 has finally been released. There are two prevailing theories as to why Marvel chose to push back the release date from May, the time that all their series were wrapping up, to November, when Marvel was in the midst of creating their new status quo. Marvel either wanted to use this anniversary issue as a springboard to their new status quo but feared that the six month gap between the original release date and the debut of their all-new #1’s may cause readers to lose interest.
- 11/9/2015
- by Andrew Doscas
- SoundOnSight
New X-Men #114-116
Writer: Grant Morrison
Penciller: Frank Quitely
Inker: Tim Townsend (114-115), Mark Morales (115-116), Dan Green (116)
Colorist: Brian Haberlin (114-115), Hi-Fi (115-116)
Publisher: Marvel Comics
In 2001, the X-Men were both everywhere and nowhere. Bryan Singer’s X-Men film had been released the previous year and was a commercial and critical success. It showed that superhero films could tackle serious real world themes, like bigotry and genocide, while still having great action and visual effects. But the X-Men comics franchise was in shambles after a glut of crossovers and character deaths. Enter Grant Morrison, who had recently revitalized DC’s Justice League franchise in his run on Jla and had just wrapped up his magnum opus Invisibles. Morrison streamlined the X-Men’s team membership to five members (Cyclops, Wolverine, Jean Grey, Beast, Emma Frost) along with Professor X and decided to explore the themes of evolution and extinction beginning...
Writer: Grant Morrison
Penciller: Frank Quitely
Inker: Tim Townsend (114-115), Mark Morales (115-116), Dan Green (116)
Colorist: Brian Haberlin (114-115), Hi-Fi (115-116)
Publisher: Marvel Comics
In 2001, the X-Men were both everywhere and nowhere. Bryan Singer’s X-Men film had been released the previous year and was a commercial and critical success. It showed that superhero films could tackle serious real world themes, like bigotry and genocide, while still having great action and visual effects. But the X-Men comics franchise was in shambles after a glut of crossovers and character deaths. Enter Grant Morrison, who had recently revitalized DC’s Justice League franchise in his run on Jla and had just wrapped up his magnum opus Invisibles. Morrison streamlined the X-Men’s team membership to five members (Cyclops, Wolverine, Jean Grey, Beast, Emma Frost) along with Professor X and decided to explore the themes of evolution and extinction beginning...
- 1/20/2014
- by Logan Dalton
- SoundOnSight
Uncanny X-Men #4
Writer: Brain Michael Bendis
Pencils/Colour: Chris Bachalo
Ink: Tim Townsend, Jaime Mendoza, Al Vey & Victor Olazaba
Letters: Vc’s Joe Caramagna
Cover: Bachalo & Townsend
Publisher: Marvel Comics
The mutant revolution takes a baby-step forward this week with Uncanny X-Men #4. While the series has been a highlight of the Now! reboot for many, the shadow of its sister property, All New X-Men, definitely looms large over this redundant issue. Still a high-calibre read, Issue #4 suffers from series writer and X-Men architect Brian Michael Bendis’ decision to re-tell the events from last weeks All New X-Men #10 which causes Uncanny X-Men to lose the momentum the series has just started to build.
With Cyclops’ new mutant school underway, Ol’ One-Eye realizes that his team is seriously under developed. Hoping to add a few players to his game, Cyclops, along with Emma, Magneto and Magik head over to the Jean Grey...
Writer: Brain Michael Bendis
Pencils/Colour: Chris Bachalo
Ink: Tim Townsend, Jaime Mendoza, Al Vey & Victor Olazaba
Letters: Vc’s Joe Caramagna
Cover: Bachalo & Townsend
Publisher: Marvel Comics
The mutant revolution takes a baby-step forward this week with Uncanny X-Men #4. While the series has been a highlight of the Now! reboot for many, the shadow of its sister property, All New X-Men, definitely looms large over this redundant issue. Still a high-calibre read, Issue #4 suffers from series writer and X-Men architect Brian Michael Bendis’ decision to re-tell the events from last weeks All New X-Men #10 which causes Uncanny X-Men to lose the momentum the series has just started to build.
With Cyclops’ new mutant school underway, Ol’ One-Eye realizes that his team is seriously under developed. Hoping to add a few players to his game, Cyclops, along with Emma, Magneto and Magik head over to the Jean Grey...
- 4/11/2013
- by Sean Tonelli
- SoundOnSight
Here it is. The full 52 titles that DC Will debut at the end of the summer. There are a lot of exciting new beginnings for old favorites like Swamp Thing and Sgt. Rock, and the whole lineup is chock full of some of the greatest names in the business. I’m a little disappointed that DC burned 11 of its new titles on the Bat-family alone. That seems a little bit of a waste. Especially since 4 of those titles actually feature Bruce Wayne/Batman in them. I love Bats as much as the next guy, but 4 titles? Really? I thought the whole renumbering was supposed to fix things like that.
In any event, here are the 52. I’m pretty excited all around. Let me hear your thoughts in the comments below.
Justice League #1
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams
1:25 Variant cover by David Finch
On sale August 31 • 40 pg,...
In any event, here are the 52. I’m pretty excited all around. Let me hear your thoughts in the comments below.
Justice League #1
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams
1:25 Variant cover by David Finch
On sale August 31 • 40 pg,...
- 6/14/2011
- by Brandon Johnston
- ScifiMafia
Making it all official, here are all 52 of the #1 solicits from DC Comics for September.
Justice League #1
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams
1:25 Variant cover by David Finch
Retrosolicited • On sale August 31 • 40 pg, Fc, $3.99 Us Rated T • Combo pack edition: $4.99 Us
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
Comics superstars Geoff Johns and Jim Lee make history! In a universe where super heroes are strange and new, Batman has discovered a dark evil that requires him to unite the World Greatest Heroes!
This spectacular debut issue is also offered as a special combo pack edition, polybagged with a redemption code for a digital download of the issue.
Justice League International #1
Written by Dan Jurgens
Art by Aaron Lopresti and Matt Ryan
Cover by Aaron Lopresti
On sale September 7 • 32 pg, Fc, $2.99 Us • Rated T...
Justice League #1
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams
1:25 Variant cover by David Finch
Retrosolicited • On sale August 31 • 40 pg, Fc, $3.99 Us Rated T • Combo pack edition: $4.99 Us
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
Comics superstars Geoff Johns and Jim Lee make history! In a universe where super heroes are strange and new, Batman has discovered a dark evil that requires him to unite the World Greatest Heroes!
This spectacular debut issue is also offered as a special combo pack edition, polybagged with a redemption code for a digital download of the issue.
Justice League International #1
Written by Dan Jurgens
Art by Aaron Lopresti and Matt Ryan
Cover by Aaron Lopresti
On sale September 7 • 32 pg, Fc, $2.99 Us • Rated T...
- 6/13/2011
- by Glenn Hauman
- Comicmix.com
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