Or – “In Which 45 Years Of Continuity Subtly Reappear…” Being the type of fan that I am, my major concern with T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents has been where (if it all) it fits into the continuity of the older Tower Comics series, and previous continuations thereof. The first three issues have (probably wisely) focused on the new characters, but the reappearance of original agent NoMan last issue has brought us deeper into the world of T.H.U.N.D.E.R., and this issue answers most of my questions once and for all, while raising a few more troubling ones as it goes…
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It’s been a while since we’ve checked in with Buck Rogers, and though his monthly adventures are on hold, the Annual gives readers, and Buck, the needed closure.
Or – “I Think I’ve Read This Retcon Before?” I think that the worst part about any shared universe is the tendency to tie TOO MANY things together, to wrap up loose ends that aren’t really loose in what seems to be the pursuit of a complete history. The latest attempt at doing so was in the Ultimate Universe, where literally EVERYONE seems to be part of the Super Soldier Project, from Samuel L. Fury to Richard Parker all the way down to the guy who runs the Thing’s favorite delicatessen. There comes a point where tie-ins actually collapse the…
Or – “Hey, I Forgot About This!” One of the unpleasant side effects of working on the fringes of the comic industry is that, sometimes, you get caught up in solicitations and coming attractions and forget that a particular event hasn’t actually HAPPENED yet. I’ve been looking forward to the Legion Academy story and the return of Phil Jiminez to the 30th Century for some time now, but was pleasantly surprised when it arrived this week. It’s one of the most talented artists of our time, plus Bouncing Boy and Duplicate Damsel? SOLD!
Red Robin vs. Catman! Teen Titans vs. Calculator! Tim vs. Damian! What more could we ask for in this issue.
John Carter is on Mars, in the company of the Tharks – an honored warriors held in high regard. But what about the boobies? Dejah Thoris seems to be the main attraction for new readers, and in this issue the red Martian makes her grand appearance.
Or – “Wouldja Believe, The Old “Rotating Roster” Trick?” As much as I want to love this book, I can’t help but remember what always seems to happen to every comic with a rotating cast like this. Eventually, we find that the team locks in membership (usually with one or two big names to anchor the group) and becomes just another super-team book. The Defenders (both Secret and regular), Justice League Task Force, a third option that just escaped me as I was typing this sentence… It’s the same malady that ends up striking down anthology titles, but the real…
When it comes to great detectives, Sherlock Holmes ranks above the likes of Batman, Ralph Dibney, and the rest of the four color sleuths. Dynamite Entertainment delighted with their previous Sherlock Holmes series; will they repeat the success with Sherlock Holmes: Year One?
We’ve seen the awesome trailer, some of you may have already played the game, but do you know the full story? That’s what DC Universe Online Legends #1 hopes to clarify as universe building goes into overdrive.
Addy Pratt leads her family through the apocalyptic wasteland inhabited by the Crossed, sadistic and perverse creatures that inflict themselves on the ever-dwindling human population. Will Addy be able to deliver her remaining family members from the infected claws of evil? Read on…if you dare.
Or – “Pork Chop Sandwiches?!?!!??” I clearly remember the thunderbolt that was G.I. Joe on my personal preteen cultural zeitgeist circa 1982. I’d had some dealings with comic books, but issue #1 of G.I. Joe was a MUST-HAVE. The cartoon commercials led to purchase of the toys led to obsessive watching of the cartoon led to trying (and failing) to get my first comic book subscription. I still fondly remember hangining out with my cousin Elwood in my grandfather’s boat, deciding that nobody got to be Snake-Eyes and instead making up our own Joe team members. There are really only…
Spider-Slayer is attacking, the shuttle is in jeopardy, and the entire Jameson clan is in danger. Seems a bit much for Spider-Man to handle all by himself.
This is an interesting time for the hit series Irredeemable. Now that the rogue superhero – the Plutonian – has been captured, the series is taking something of a new direction. How is it looking? Find out after the jump!
Matz and Luc Jacamon explore the implications of what happens when greedy corporations are in charge of our armed forces. Are these wars being fought for peace or for profit? And does Cyclops #3 live up to the terrific debut issue? Read our review to find out.