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

Fantastic Four: Prodigal Sun #1 REVIEW

Introducing Prodigal, a strange alien being who has crash-landed in the Savage Land that becomes worshipped by a race of swamp-dwelling barbarians all in this week’s FANTASTIC FOUR: PRODIGAL SUN # 1 by Peter David. Ka-Zar and Shanna call upon the Fantastic Four to aid them in stopping the barbarians’ plans to conquer the entirety of their world. Let’s jump into the story and join Prodigal on his journey home. Continue reading Fantastic Four: Prodigal Sun #1 REVIEW

Preview: Savage Avengers #3

Kulan Gath’s return is no good for anyone who digs being alive. His trap for the deadliest warriors in the Marvel Universe is sprung, and if humanity is to survive, the Savage Avengers must slay a god. Elektra tries to corral Conan, Voodoo and Logan into an effective fighting force, and the Punisher desperately searches for his disinterred family. Plus: Conan hefts a deadly new Savage Sword!
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Thanos #3 Review

Gamora’s training starts in this week’s all new THANOS #3 by Tini Howard. However, will this new bond between them grow in the face of an oncoming war? Meanwhile, Thanos’ proto-Black Order plots a mutiny. Let’s dive into the issue and see how this plans shapes out. Continue reading Thanos #3 Review

Doctor Strange #15 Review

With a fresh alter-dimensional feast and an alliance with Dormammu, Galactus has never been more terrifying in this week’s all-new DOCTOR STRANGE #15 by Mark Waid. Do a reunited Doctor Strange and Clea have a chance to stop them? By the Omnipotent Oshtur, let’s jump into the issue and find out! Continue reading Doctor Strange #15 Review

Conan the Barbarian #7 Review

There may have been many loves of Conan’s life beyond ale and battle but Conan will soon find out that NOTHING is sacred from the Crimson Witch as Jason Aaron continues his run in this week’s all new CONAN THE BARBARIAN #7. Let’s cut a swathe through this issue! Continue reading Conan the Barbarian #7 Review

Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast Ep 86: Marvel Comics, Captain Marvel, Iron Man, Deadman Logan, and Deadpool

It’s the Weekend Edition Podcast with 4 books and listener mail! Continue reading Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast Ep 86: Marvel Comics, Captain Marvel, Iron Man, Deadman Logan, and Deadpool

Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast EP 84: X-FORCE, AMAZING & SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN AND MAGNIFICENT MS. MARVEL

It’s the Weekend Edition with Jim and Branden and they talk 4 books as well as read a hunk of listener mail! Continue reading Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast EP 84: X-FORCE, AMAZING & SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN AND MAGNIFICENT MS. MARVEL

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge #2 Review

It’s all about Jabba the Hutt this week over at Marvel Star Wars with all roads leading towards the Hutt crime lord. Not only does he have his own book out this week in the Age of Rebellion series (see our review), but his presence also acts as a key driver for much of this second installment of Galaxy’s Edge. That is because the central character for this issue is Greedo, that’s right the man that shot first in A New Hope…sorry I mean second (not sorry…we all know Han shot first). Continue reading Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge #2 Review

Star Wars: Age of Rebellion Jabba the Hutt #1 Review

Jabba the Hutt may seem like a lazy slug, after all he never seems to travel too far beyond his Palace on Tatooine. Old Jabba didn’t get to where he is by chance though, the old Hutt is such a wily old godfather that he lets other people do the running for him. Which is exactly what he does in this neatly crafted little Age of Rebellion tale from Greg Pak. Continue reading Star Wars: Age of Rebellion Jabba the Hutt #1 Review

Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast Ep 80: Marvel Comics Weekend Edition, Black Widow, Spider-Man, Guardians and Hulk

Jim and Branden get together for the Weekend Edition with 6 books, some mail and some nonsense to boot! Continue reading Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast Ep 80: Marvel Comics Weekend Edition, Black Widow, Spider-Man, Guardians and Hulk

Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast Ep 79: Marvel Comics, War of the Realms, Strikeforce, Daredevil and Action Movies

Jim, Branden and Aaron talk War of the Realms #4, War of the Realms Strikeforce War Avengers #1 and Daredevil #5 Continue reading Weird Science Marvel Comics Podcast Ep 79: Marvel Comics, War of the Realms, Strikeforce, Daredevil and Action Movies

Star Wars: Age of Rebellion – Lando Calrissian #1 Review

Story by Greg Pak Art by Matteo Buffagni Colors by Tamra Bonvillain Lettering by Travis Lanham Cover by Terry and Rachel Dodson Edited by Mark Paniccia The Age of Rebellion series of one shots have been a delight to date, with Boba Fett (also by Greg Pak) and Han Solo being the two standout issues so far. With deliciously attractive covers from the Dodsons adorning … Continue reading Star Wars: Age of Rebellion – Lando Calrissian #1 Review

War of the Realms: Journey into Mystery #2 Review

Written by The McElroys Art by Andre Lima Aravjo Colored by Chris O’Halloran Lettering by VC’s Clayton Cowles Edited by Will Moss   The baby daughter of Odin and Freyja is on the move again, guarded from the ongoing War of the Realms by the unlikely combination of Freyja’s son Balder, Skuld the Norn, Miles Morales, Hawkeye (Kate Bishop), Death Locket, Wonder Man, Sebastian Druid, … Continue reading War of the Realms: Journey into Mystery #2 Review