Some superheroes seem to have a dynasty behind them. The same powers and persona appear to go on for generation after generation. I used to love the old Batman stories written by Alfred as he imagined what Batman II and Robin II would be like, for example. Well, The Mantle looks at this possibility in depth, with all kinds of people inheriting the powers of the Mantle. At the same time, however, they gain the same destructive enemy, and he keeps wreaking havoc with whoever this power selects.
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Six stories, two reviewers, one podcast – Matthew and Stephen gaze upon the wonder that is Red Sonja #1973 from Dynamite Entertainment.
It’s time for the Holiday Ball and all the girls and boys of Giant Days take lessons in love.
This week on the Major Spoilers Podcast: SDCC recap, and a Flashback Podcast sneak peek, we take a look at Justice League: Gods and Monsters, Critter #1, and Star Wars: Lando #1. Plus, is it live or Memorex?
Back in the day there was a cartoon on Nickelodeon called Invader Zim. It focused on a small alien attempting to take over the world, failing miserably due in part to his human nemesis Dib. The show was hilarious, crazy and absolutely wonderful, so of course it got cancelled. I was devastated. Luckily, Oni Press has lost their minds decided to publish an Invader Zim comic. Is it as brilliant as the show? Your Major Spoilers review has the answers.
Mason has a few surprises, and a spoiler or two about the upcoming Ant-Man movie in this speed build and review of LEGO Marvel Superheroes Ant-Man Final Battle set #76039.
Thanks to his appearances in the X-Men titles (and, perhaps more importantly, the cartoon) the man known as Gambit is now an integral part of the Marvel mutant universe. But that wasn’t always the case… Are you ready for the FIRST appearance of Remy Etienne LeBeau? Your Major Spoilers (Retro) Review of Uncanny X-Men #266 awaits!
Zach and Stephen head out to the theater and come back with their reactions to Terminator: Genisys.
I’ve often wondered, does the person inside the suit HAVE to be the guy/gal we’re used to? Normally, I’d say “yes,” the reason the character is a classic is because the combination works! But Mr. Snyder, Mr. Capullo and Mr. Miki are giving me pause with their “new” Batman, Jim Gordon in what my brother calls the “Transformers” armor.
The Supergirl pilot introduces viewers to a new character with a lot of potential wrapped in familiar story points around a few little problems. Plus, Vartox and Superman make appearancse.
Welcome to the all-new all-different Riverdale! Stephen and Matthew devour the goodness in the first issue of Archie #1 from Archie Comics.
This week on the Major Spoilers Podcast: You voted, and we read Emperor Joker for your amusement! We also discuss early San Diego Comic-Con news, review Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency #2, Chew #50, and Death Head #1.
The 8House: Arclight #1 promises genderqueer knights and walking root people, but does it deliver a story? Your Major Spoilers review has the answer to that question.
Earth-616 and Earth-1610 heroes found alive on a world created by Doctor Doom: Battleworld! No longer just Doctor Doom, he’s now God Doom! How will God Doom react when he sees Reed Richards alive? Probably not well. The review for Secret Wars awaits after the jump!