10.25.2013 - Image Comics continues to revolutionize the industry this week with more additions to their creator owned offerings. Plus, the JL gets it's FOREVER EVIL tie in and IDW get their hands on a time displaced samurai. An absolutely great week for reading!
"So glad Brubaker left Marvel as editorial seemed to be sapping his creativity. Well he found his "mojo" again on Fatale and his resurgence over at Image with long time collaborator Steve Epting has spilled over into this gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous comic book. Give us more of this please!"
THE BOUNCE #6
BY JOE CASEY & DAVID MESSINA
BIG SECRETS REVEALED THIS ISSUE!
What has The Darling seen that has changed him forever? Is there anything worse than the death of a hero? And what does that mean for The Bounce and the twisted world he lives in? Meanwhile, The Vamp makes her big move!
What has The Darling seen that has changed him forever? Is there anything worse than the death of a hero? And what does that mean for The Bounce and the twisted world he lives in? Meanwhile, The Vamp makes her big move!
"This series from Joe Casey has been a slow build, but everything pays off with this issue. By the last page what has appeared to be nonsensical mostly makes sense. Keep it coming Joe."
JUSTICE LEAGUE #24
"FOREVER STRONG"
BY GEOFF JOHNS, IVAN REIS & JOE PARDO
A "Forever Evil" tie-in! THE JUSTICE LEAGUE IS DEAD! But who's at the top of the food chain now? And what does BLACK ADAM have to say about it?
"Not a spectacular issue by any means, though the "evil" take on Superman's origin as Ultraman from the Earth 3 reality was quite distrubing. The little fan boy kid in me though loved Black Adam vs Ultraman. Can't get enough of Black Adam.
THE MASSIVE #16
PART 1 OF 3 "LONGSHIP - PITCHBLACK"
BY BRIAN WOOD, GARRY BROWN & JORDIE BELLAIRE
In the rugged North Sea, the crew of the Kapital come across a rogue group of whalers, persistently hunting despite the realities of the Crash. When Callum Israel and his crew intervene, they come face to face with centuries of tradition and what is referred to as the "old ways."
"A well researched and written book that displays a passion and respect for the world around us. This series is why we put our faith in comics. Callum Israel is one of the best characters in comics right now. Come and jump on board the Kapital as Brian Wood can do no wrong at the moment."
SAMURAI JACK #1
"SAMURAI JACK AND THE THREADS OF TIME"
BY JIM ZUB & ANDY SURIANO
Cartoon Network's hit animated series is back at IDW! The legendary samurai known only as 'Jack' is stranded in a strange future ruled by the demonic wizard, Aku. His quest to return back to the past has tested him many times, but now the stakes are higher than ever. Can an ancient relic known as the Rope of Eons finally take him home? Writer Jim Zub (Skullkickers, Street Fighter) and artist Andy Suriano (Character Designer on the original Samurai Jack TV series) begin a new era of samurai adventure!
"Lots of heavy, mature titles this week, so this one balances everything out as it was just pure straight up fun. Definitely has the feel of the classic t.v show and corresponding comics. PONYTAIL! PONYTAIL! PONYTAIL!"
SATELLITE SAM #4
"COOKIEPUSHER"
BY MATT FRACTION & HOWARD CHAYKIN
Tiny details of the late Carlyle White's life start to come into focus the longer his son stays sober and asks questions. The network struggles to survive its war against three radio-era behemoths and the FCC. Truth comes out, clothes come off, and Mike finds out just how far down he can go.
"Another Image gem. This book is layered like an onion. Fraction and Chaykin are quite possibly putting in career defining work. Chaykin's pencils are glorious in black and white and almost leap off the page." Great to see Chaykin back as a "force" of the industry.
SEX CRIMINALS #2
"COME, WORLD"
BY MATT FRACTION & CHIP ZDARSKY
So who's the boy with the same sexy-time time-stopping gifts as Suzie? Meet John, who until last night thought he could freeze time with his junk. At long last not alone, what kind of horny hijinx will he and Suzie get up to together? What ANY of us would do if having sex stopped the whole world: We'd do crimes.
"Another possible career defining title from Matt Fraction. With creator owned work like this, one has to wonder why Fraction stays at Marvel? This is what Fraction as a writer is about, not "spandex" characters (though the current Hawkeye series from Fraction and Aja is really quite good). It's nice to play with someone else's toys but when you can create and play with your own "better" toys in complete creative freedom why not do that all the time?"
VELVET #1
BY ED BRUBAKER & STEVE EPTING
with ELIZABETH BREITWEISER
When the world's best secret agent is killed, Velvet Templeton, the Personal Assistant to the Director of the Agency, is drawn off her desk and back into the field for the first time in nearly 20 years... and is immediately caught in a web of mystery, murder and hi-octane action.
"So glad Brubaker left Marvel as editorial seemed to be sapping his creativity. Well he found his "mojo" again on Fatale and his resurgence over at Image with long time collaborator Steve Epting has spilled over into this gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous comic book. Give us more of this please!"
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