Major Spoilers
    Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Discord RSS
    Major Spoilers
    • Home
    • Reviews
      • Random Access Memory
      • Retro Review
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Podcasts
      • Critical Hit
        • Critical Hit House Rules
        • Critical Hit World Building
      • Dueling Review
      • Finally Friday
      • Geek History Lesson
      • The Legion Clubhouse
      • Major Spoilers Podcast
        • MSP TPB for 2019
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2013
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2012
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2011
      • Munchkin Land
      • Top Five
      • Wayne’s Comics
      • Zach on Film
    • Features
      • Casual 60
      • Comic Casting Couch
      • Comics Portal
      • Did You Hear?
      • Editorials
      • Features
      • Gamer’s Corner
      • Hero Histories
      • Let’s Get Nerdy
      • Major Spoilers Adventures
      • Random Access Memory
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Movies
      • Did You Hear
      • Movies
      • Television
    • Comic Previews
    • Patreon
      • Patreon
      • Store
    Major Spoilers
    Vampironica: New Blood #1 Review
    Review

    Vampironica: New Blood #1 Review

    Matthew PetersonBy Matthew PetersonDecember 9, 20193 Mins Read

    Vampironica has learned the secret of the Lodge family line… and she is NOT happy about it.  Your Major Spoilers review of Vampironica: New Blood #1 from Archie Comics awaits!

    VAMPIRONICA: NEW BLOOD #1

    Writer: Frank Tieri & Michael Moreci
    Artist: Audrey Mok
    Colorist: Matt Herms
    Letterer: Jack Morelli
    Editor: Alex Segura & Jamie L. Rotante
    Publisher: Archie Comics
    Cover Price: $3.99
    Release Date: December 4, 2019

    Previously in Vampironica: New Blood:  Riverdale’s own bombshell bloodsucker is back! After her epic clash with a werewolf Jughead, Veronica returns to her own universe, still a vampire. She’s not the same, and she knows it. And now she needs answers. But she may not be ready for what she’s about to discover!

    SYNERGISTIC CROSS-PROMOTION

    Having returned home to her own dimension after being dragged off into a war of supernatural beings, Vampironica opens her eyes not to see a werewolf… but Hot Dog.  Archie is surprised to see her back, as she and many other Riverdale locals (all secretly vampires) disappeared entirely, but only she has returned,  And she’s more than a little freaked out about the highly charged kiss she shared with Jughead in that other world.  Of course, there are other new factors in play as Fangs Fogerty (one of the kids from the ‘Riverdale’ TV show, apparently?) arrives in town with some ominous warnings about secrets in Riverdale, taunting Sheriff Keller with something he knows.  Likewise, the Sheriff’s son Kevin really wants to talk to Ronnie, but she’s busy with the affectinos of Archie Andrews and the research that she’s dispatched Dilton to do.  It’s a real shame, too, as the final page reveals that she’s not the only Riverdale regular who has a taste for blood… and it’s someone whose name is in this very paragraph!

    NOT SURE HOW IT FEEL ABOUT THIS, BUT IT LOOKS NICE

    The biggest issue that I have with this comic comes in how much of it is devoted to Vampironica’s recounting of what has come before, worrying about her heritage and of course, the dark-and-brooding nonsense of our pal Fangs.  I’m not one who hates the ‘Riverdale’ TV show, but I’m not entirely sure how I feel about it being the major touchstone her for dialogue and tone, as it makes for some… questionable dialogue moments and character beats.  I’m much happier with the art here, as it manages to keep the darkness front and center without making the images muddy or overly obscured, and every face is full of expression and humanity, even when they look remarkably familiar.  The questions of what Riverdale will be like with a large chunk of the population missing are interesting, and the interactions betwee Ronnie and her shocked parents, forced to explain that they’re a family not of rich carpetbaggers but of vampires is worth your time.

    BOTTOM LINE: ANOTHER FINAL PAGE SHOCKER

    The last page reveal of the OTHER vampire in our cast is also a moment that I’m interested in, given the history between them and mainstream Ms. Lodge, so Vampironica: New Blood #1 is a better-than-average affair, with the clean, moody art making up for a number of minor story and tonal miscues for 3 out of 5 stars overall.  I’ll also be interested in seeing if Vampironica’s attraction to Jughead goes anywhere, because that’s some uncharted Archie Comics territory.


    Dear Spoilerite,

    At Major Spoilers, we strive to create original content that you find interesting and entertaining. Producing, writing, recording, editing, and researching requires significant resources. We pay writers, podcast hosts, and other staff members who work tirelessly to provide you with insights into the comic book, gaming, and pop culture industries. Help us keep MajorSpoilers.com strong. Become a Patron (and our superhero) today.

    VAMPIRONICA: NEW BLOOD #1

    60%
    60%
    Kind Of <p>A Mixed Bag

    The main character has potential, but there's a lot of wool-gathering thought balloons and a bit too much maneuvering for my tastes. The art's pretty lovely, though.

    • Writing
      4
    • Art
      8
    • Coloring
      6
    • User Ratings (0 Votes)
      0
    Archie Comics Audry Mok frank tieri michael moreci Review Vampironica
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleThe Butcher of Paris #1 Review
    Next Article Star Trek: Year Five #8 Review
    Matthew Peterson
    • Website
    • Twitter

    Once upon a time, there was a young nerd from the Midwest, who loved Matter-Eater Lad and the McKenzie Brothers... If pop culture were a maze, Matthew would be the Minotaur at its center. Were it a mall, he'd be the Food Court. Were it a parking lot, he’d be the distant Cart Corral where the weird kids gather to smoke, but that’s not important right now... Matthew enjoys body surfing (so long as the bodies are fresh), writing in the third person, and dark-eyed women. Amongst his weaponry are such diverse elements as: Fear! Surprise! Ruthless efficiency! An almost fanatical devotion to pop culture! And a nice red uniform.

    Related Posts

    Major Spoilers Podcast #1130: Good Ol’ Major Spoilers

    Read More

    Munchkin Land #724: Codenames gets updated versions

    Read More

    PREVIEW: World of Archie Jumbo Comics Digest #151

    Read More

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    AMAZON AFFILIATE

    Support this site by making a purchase through our Amazon affiliate links

    Reviews
    6.3
    June 10, 2025

    X-Men #17 Review

    6.0
    June 9, 2025

    Power Rangers Prime #7 Review

    6.0
    June 8, 2025

    Retro Review: Detective Comics #20 (October 1938)

    8.0
    June 7, 2025

    Absolute Green Lantern #3 Review

    8.0
    June 6, 2025

    Marvel Knights: The World to Come #1

    Patreon Support
    Major Spoilers Store
    Recent Comments
    • Nathan on Wayne’s Comics Podcast #696: Interview with Creators from Concrete Arcanum
    • Austin Cowboy on FIRST LOOK: Conan the Barbarian #21
    • Frank on COMICS PORTAL: Batman Meets… Deadpool!?
    • ZackaryTobias on COMICS PORTAL: Batman Meets… Deadpool!?
    • derrigable on COMICS PORTAL: I Want More than Good Memories!
    Subscribe to the Major Spoilers E-Mail List
    Sponsor

    ComiXology Home Page

    Follow Us
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • Twitch
    Major Spoilers Patreon
    • About
      • Major Spoilers Terms of Use
      • Major Spoilers Frequently Asked Questions
      • Major Spoilers Privacy Policy Statement
      • Major Spoilers Podcast Gear
    • Contact
    • Cookie Policy (EU)
    Major Spoilers is copyright 2006-2025 by Major Spoilers Entertainment, LLC

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
    Cookie settingsACCEPT
    Privacy & Cookies Policy

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
    SAVE & ACCEPT