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
    Buffy The Vampire Slayer #14 Review
    Review

    Buffy The Vampire Slayer #14 Review

    Matthew PetersonBy Matthew PetersonMay 27, 20203 Mins Read

    Buffy Summers is dead…  again.  But what happens this time?  Your Major Spoilers review of Buffy The Vampire Slayer #14 from BOOM! Studios awaits!

    You can purchase this issue via comiXology

    BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #14

    Writer: Jordie Bellaire
    Artist: Julian Lopez with Moises Hidalgo
    Colorist: Raul Angulo with Francesco Segala
    Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
    Editor: Janeinie Schaefer
    Publisher: BOOM! Studios
    Cover Price: $3.99
    Release Date: May 20, 2020

    Previously in Buffy The Vampire Slayer: After a being called the Hellmother possessed the minds of all the men in Sunnydale, Xander Harris sacrificed himself to save Willow, who left town once the danger was past. Worse still, Buffy’s brief foray into the afterlife called up her replacement, Kendra, who has come to Sunnydale and made things even more complicated. Can Buffy rebuild her life without the friends that were such a huge part of it?

    Oh, and also, more hellmouths will probably be opening around the world.

    THE HELLMOUTH IS CLOSED…

    Buffy Summers starts this issue in a place we usually don’t see her: Alone. Sure, Robin Wood, disgraced Watcher, wants to hang with her and fellow Slayer Kendra wants to spar, but it’s not the same. Even her mother wants to bond with her and make sure that she’s okay, but Buffy’s just not having it, even when Giles wants to train his Slayers for the upcoming threats (which he expects will be multiplex.) Buffy decides that, since everyone is going to leave her anyway, she might as well start rejecting them preemptively. It works to alienate her mother, but when she tries it on Robin, he refuses, instead planting a huge kiss on her, to which she simply responds, “Oh.” Elsewhere in Sunnydale, Jenny Callendar leaves Giles alone, citing how unfair it is that he gets to have a mostly normal life while his Chosen One charges have to risk their lives over and over in his stead.

    Oh, and a familiar-looking witch teleports into a field somewhere in the world, which seems like it’s gonna be important down the line.

    …BUT THERE ARE MANY, MANY OTHERS

    The real star of this issue, once again, is the art of Julian Lopez, from the very first page of the issue. It’s a nine-panel grid with nine different images of Buffy expressing different emotions, from joy to irritation to sadness, and each one is perfectly rendered and looks great. Much of the book consists of conversations, making it even more critical that the art be lively, and Lopez nails it all, with the heartbreak on the face of Joyce Summers serving as peak. Since we’re in one of the “in-between” times, there are vampires or monsters to be faced, but Buffy’s distress makes for an engaging issue, especially with the promise of romance on the horizon. (Just remember: He’s not the principal in this reality.) Bellaire’s script understands that the teenage drama is just as important to BtVS as any cemetery fight, and this issue shows it.

    BOTTOM LINE: QUIET, BUT ENGAGING

    All in all, Buffy The Vampire Slayer #14 sets the stage for a different sort of Buffy status quo, and while it might feel a bit slight in terms of action or world-shattering dangers, it’s a solid dramatic issue with really impressive art, earning a better-than-average 3.5 out of 5 stars overall. This creative team continues to remold the Buffy we know into something different, without destroying what makes it Buffy, a difficult proposition in itself.


    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.

    BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #14

    73%
    73%
    Big Changes

    There's some storyline housekeeping to do in these pages, with a surprising kiss and a new Scooby Gang to build, making for the proverbial palette cleanser issue.

    • Writing
      7
    • Art
      8
    • Coloring
      7
    • User Ratings (0 Votes)
      0
    Boom Studios Buffy the Vampire Slayer jordie bellaire Julian Lopez Review
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleCheck out this cover for Seven Secrets #1
    Next Article [First Look] Batman: The Smile Killer
    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 #1134: We are the X-Men, the Mighty Mighty X-Men

    Read More

    Geek History Lesson – Superman is Better than Batman

    Read More

    COMICS PORTAL: Magazines Promoting the Movies!

    Read More

    Comments are closed.

    AMAZON AFFILIATE

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

    Reviews
    6.0
    July 13, 2025

    Unchosen #1 Review

    6.3
    July 13, 2025

    Retro Review: Marvel Team-Up #95

    8.7
    July 11, 2025

    Fantastic Four #1 Review

    6.0
    July 8, 2025

    JSA #9 Review

    7.0
    July 7, 2025

    X-Men: Hellfire Vigil #1 Review

    Patreon Support
    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