Preview: Savage Sword of Conan #7

A chance violent encounter in Shadizar lands young CONAN a position as a bodyguard for a wealthy merchant. But a twist of fate will put Conan in the hot seat – and no choice but to play the hand he’s dealt in a deadly game of SERPENT’S BLUFF! Conan will rely on his sword – and his wits – while navigating the seedy underworld of “civilized” gambling while making sure he stays clear of the deadly “Debtors Lounge”!  Magic, mystery and action abound when writer Jim Zub (CHAMPIONS, AVENGERS: NO ROAD HOME) joins forces with artist Patch Zircher (HULK; TERROR, INC.) for the first of a three-part epic – CONAN THE GAMBLER! PLUS: The next chapter in the all-new CONAN novella “THE SHADOW OF VENGEANCE”! Continue reading Preview: Savage Sword of Conan #7

Preview: Wolverine and Captain America Weapon Plus #1

In 1940, scientists attempted to make a man into the perfect weapon, a Super-Soldier. They failed and made him a legend instead. Before the turn of the century, they tried again for the tenth time. They failed, making a man into death incarnate. At long last, ETHAN SACKS (OLD MAN HAWKEYE, STAR WARS: GALAXY’S EDGE) and DIOGENES NEVES (GREEN ARROW, DEATHSTROKE) reveals the shadowy connections between Captain America, Wolverine and many more of the Marvel U’s Super-Soldiers… including some surprises! The conspiracy begins here! Continue reading Preview: Wolverine and Captain America Weapon Plus #1

First Look: MARVEL COMICS #1000  

THIS IS THE BIG ONE! In celebration of Marvel’s 80th Anniversary, we have gathered together the greatest array of talent ever to be assembled between the covers of a single comic book! Names from the past, from the present, and even the future! Every page is filled with all-new work from this cavalcade of comic book luminaries! Continue reading First Look: MARVEL COMICS #1000  

First Look: SAVAGE AVENGERS #4

The one evil wizard to rule them all, Kulan Gath has succeeded in summoning an ancient evil…and he’s already hard at work on his next terrible plan.  Conan swings his savage symbiotic sword against the forces of darkness… and Frank Castle has the worst day of his life. (If you don’t count that day in the park.) The Savage Avengers are fighting to save YOU! Continue reading First Look: SAVAGE AVENGERS #4

First Look: FANTASTIC FOUR – 4 YANCY STREET #1 

The first of a series of regular essential releases expanding on the ongoing legend of the Fantastic Four and their world! The FF are now living on Yancy Street, but not all of their neighbors are happy about that. The Thing investigates a nasty piece of vandalism that conjures up painful old memories as he takes a trip down memory lane through the Lower East Side and it’s made all the more dangerous by…THE TERRIBLE TRIO! Continue reading First Look: FANTASTIC FOUR – 4 YANCY STREET #1 

Star Wars: Age of Resistance: Finn #1 Review

Written by Tom Taylor Art by Ramon Rosanas Colors by Guru-eFX Letters by Travis Lanham Cover by Phil Noto Edited by Mark Paniccia Assistant Editor Tom Groneman The character of Finn in The Force Awakens trailer filled me with enthusiasm for the new film a few years back. How was it this Stormtrooper found himself stranded in the desert? Was he going to make it? What … Continue reading Star Wars: Age of Resistance: Finn #1 Review

Star Wars: Target Vader #1 Review

Written by Robbie Thompson Art by Marc Laming and Cris Bolson Colors by Neeraj Menon, Jordan Boyd, Andres Mossa, Federico Blee, Erick Arciniega Lettering by Clayton Cowles Cover by Nic Klein Edited by Mark Paniccia Assistant Editor Tom Groneman There have been a multitude of Darth Vader titles emerging from the Marvel Star Wars think-tank of late, so many that I feel like I have reviewed a … Continue reading Star Wars: Target Vader #1 Review

Captain America & The Invaders: The Bahamas Triangle #1 Review

I love Chip Zdarsky’s new Invaders book (I mentioned on the podcast that I’d even marry it), so I grabbed this 80-year Anniversary issue with high hopes. I haven’t liked all of these oversized issues, but this one is right up my alley. So, was it any good? Let’s find out… Continue reading Captain America & The Invaders: The Bahamas Triangle #1 Review

Savage Avengers #3 Review

Kulan Gath’s trap for the deadliest warriors in the Marvel Universe is sprung, and if humanity is to survive, the Savage Avengers must slay a god all in this week’s SAVAGE AVENGERS #3 by Gerry Duggan. Let’s jump into the issue to see if Elektra can corral the team into an effective fighting force. Continue reading Savage Avengers #3 Review

The Punisher #13 Review And Spoilers

Having caused mayhem in Hydra-controlled Bagalia, our man Frank returns to New York. Not because he’s feeling nostalgic for his own stomping grounds, you understand. No. This homecoming is because Frank’s got some unfinished business with Baron Zemo, the ruler of Bagalia who’s fled to the Big Apple. Not the cleverest of ideas from Zemo, perhaps. Let’s see how this all plays out… Continue reading The Punisher #13 Review And Spoilers