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Review: ‘Jupiter’s Legacy’ #1

So Mark Millar and Frank Quitely decided to get together and make some comics and to the surprise of absolutely no one with a pulse, it turns out that they can do this rather well. Jupiter’s Legacy incorporates political commentary on the generation gap, idealism and disillusionment, capitalism, and authority into an extraordinarily fascinating take… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 26, 2013 11:43am
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Review: ‘Amala’s Blade’ #1

Previously featured in issues #9 through #11 of “Dark Horse Presents,” steampunk enthusiasts can finally enjoy the first of 4 installments of Amala’s Blade in full epic glory. With Steve Horton expertly scripting the series, and stylistically charming art by Michael Dialynas, this book promises a great dystopian adventure as it follows a defiant, female… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 26, 2013 11:39am
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Review: ‘Kill Shakespeare: The Tide of Blood’ #3

As each installment gets better and better, Kill Shakespeare: The Tide of Blood #3 delivers an incredibly spell-binding adventure. The best part, you don’t have to be fully versed in Shakespeare to understand what’s going on. As each page is wonderfully realized in words and art, this is the perfect opportunity to pick up the… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 25, 2013 12:34pm
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Review: ‘Witch Doctor: Mal Practice’ #6

In its thrilling conclusion, Witch Doctor: Mal Practice #6 delivers an action-packed finale that must be read. This is an all-out confrontation between monsters, femme fatales, and a sarcastic witch doctor. The “Witch Doctor” series closes its second chapter with a satisfying ending filled with hilarious one-liners and nonstop action.


Lonmonster
Apr 25, 2013 12:24pm
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Review: ‘Judge Dredd Year One’ # 2

Matt Smith’s Judge Dredd Year One continues to show us the first year of Judge Dredd’s massive career. Yet, the first year is virtually identical to the first. Smith doesn’t manage to tread any new ground and spends the issue wasting a lot of time building to the only satisfying part of the issue: the… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 25, 2013 12:14pm
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Review: ‘East of West’ # 2

Jonathan Hickman’s East of West # 2 continues to set the table with an impressive blend of genres. “East of West” is never truly sure of what type of story it is. Which may be its greatest strength, or its biggest weakness. The story here remains massive and as much more of the plot unravels,… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 25, 2013 12:05pm
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Advance Review: ‘The Creep’ HC

A great read from start to finish, The Creep HC is an emotionally-enthralling private eye tale that pulls at the heart strings. As each page goes by, readers will start to feel for the deeply-flawed protagonist. This is a bleak and heart-breaking story about a disconnected loner looking for answers.


Lonmonster
Apr 22, 2013 11:56am
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Review: ‘Miniature Jesus’ #1

Created, written, illustrated, and lettered by the brilliant Ted McKeever, Miniature Jesus #1 offers obscure perceptions of reality infused with a very special mix of raw sincerity and dark humor. The series follows a recovering alcoholic named Chomsky whose world is in a state of constant change due to the figurative and literal demons in… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 19, 2013 1:18pm
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Review: ‘Revival’ #9

Revival is beginning to feel the effects of trying to juggle so many characters and plotlines in its first few issues. It’s a difficult task, and the way “Revival” has gone about it – cramming at least three stories per issue, then leaving them alone for at least the next – has made it difficult… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 19, 2013 1:10pm
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Review: ‘B.P.R.D Hell on Earth: Cold day in Hell’ #106

Abe Sapien is AWOL, Hellboy is in Hell, but the BPRD has to keep its head above water as they face an ongoing war with super natural beasts worldwide. B.P.R.D Hell on Earth “Cold day in Hell” part 2 is that situation in a nutshell as the BPRD works hand in hand with their Russian… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 18, 2013 1:25pm
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Review: ‘House Of Gold & Bones’ #1

Deep in paranoia and reveling in insanity, House Of Gold & Bones #1 is a gripping read about the fear of the unknown. Corey Taylor, lead vocalist of Slipknot and Stone Sour, makes a stunning foray into comic writing that captures the essence of madness. Lost in the middle of nowhere, a young man drifts… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 18, 2013 1:14pm
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Review: ‘Hellraiser: The Dark Watch’ #3

Hellraiser: The Dark Watch #3 brings in such fresh energy and original ideas into the long-lasting mythology. In a bold move, Clive Barker and Brandon Seifert’s reboot of the “Hellraiser” franchise will please longtime fans, while newcomers will be able to catch up with the history. Aimed as a standalone issue, if you haven’t read… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 18, 2013 1:05pm
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5 Skull Review: ‘Five Ghosts: The Haunting of Fabian Gray’ # 2

Five Ghosts is probably the most fun comic you will read this year. Barbiere has crafted a story that thrives on the page, and is nothing but a pleasure to read. An insanely original concept weaved around a globe trotting adventure make for an issue that is impossible to set down. All things combined make… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 18, 2013 12:57pm
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Review: ‘Aliens vs Parker’ # 2

The solicits for Aliens vs Parker series have been comparing the story to the likes of Shaun of the Dead and Galaxy Quest. While this claim may seem bold at first, I’m happy to report that it holds up. Paul Scheer & Nicholas Giovannetti continue their story of bumbling space postmen in this excellent genre… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 12, 2013 10:56am
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Review: ‘X’ #0

Unflinchingly brutal and gritty, X #0 is a thrilling great read about seedy and unhinged characters. Unforgiving in its brutality, this is shockingly violent take on vigilantism. X, the avenging superhero, will go through drastic measures, no matter what the cost, to protect his crime-ridden city.


Lonmonster
Apr 12, 2013 10:53am
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Review: ‘Mars Attacks’ #9

With incredibly smart writing and eye-catching illustrations, reader will definitely get a kick out of Mars Attacks #9. With a bit of quirky humor, this is a solid take on the alien invasion of Earth. Readers will become hooked with the “Mars Attacks” series after reading this awesome issue.


Lonmonster
Apr 12, 2013 10:52am
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Review: ‘The Rocketeer: Hollywood Horror’ #3

For a hero with a rocket literally strapped to his back, The Rocketeer: Hollywood Horror #3 stalls instead of blasting off. Beautiful cartoon art alone doesn’t make for a fulfilling issue. Talking heads and exposition in a Rocketeer comic just don’t mix.


Lonmonster
Apr 12, 2013 10:50am
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Review: ‘Swamp Thing Volume 2: Family Tree’

Back better than ever, Swamp Thing Volume 2: Family Tree, is an incredibly fantastic read that no horror fan should miss. Each page is a knockout in storytelling, and the artwork is some of the very best in comics today. Although this is the second volume in Scott Snyder’s run, this is still a solid… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 11, 2013 12:07pm
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Review: ‘Saga’ #12

This month’s issue of Saga has been the topic of some controversy due to the vulgar nature of Fiona Staples art; oddly enough this style is also a reason why her art is so appealing. I’ve heard talks of comic shops not allowing this “Saga” into their stores, and for a brief stint the popular… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 11, 2013 12:02pm
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Review: ‘The Colonized’ #1

Aliens vs. Zombies vs. Miltiamen? This sounds like a drinking game for writers or movie fanatics. It reminds me of the urban legend about how those “heroes in the half shell” came to be. As wacky a premise as I can recall hearing, The Colonized #1 comes up a little tame but shows signs of… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 11, 2013 11:53am
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Review: ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 9′ #20

With only five more issues remaining this season, Andrew Chambliss sets up an interesting 20th installment that builds up narrative tension and produces foreboding expectations of what’s to come. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 9 #20 provides more information regarding Severin and Simone’s masterplan, and sees the return of a fan-favourite character, while Buffy and… Read More


Lonmonster
Apr 11, 2013 11:47am
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Advance Review: Alan Robert’s ‘Killogy’ #4

Killogy #4 delivers a grand finale that readers will not soon forget. Since the beginning, this thriller delivered on all fronts – crime, black comedy, and grindhouse horror. Even with the star-studded cast of Brea Grant, Frank Vincent and Marky Ramone the plot never takes second fiddle and stands out on its own merit.


Lonmonster
Apr 10, 2013 7:29pm
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Review: Shadowman #6

The initial story arc from Valiant’s re-launch of Shadowman breathed new life into this classic ’90s character, and writer Justin Jordan and artist Patrick Zircher did a great job of establishing a new mythos that they could build the character on. They also developed a stellar supporting cast for Jack Boniface to play off of,… Read More


BigJ
Apr 08, 2013 11:47am
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Review: ‘Harbinger Wars’ #1

We’ve been very vocal about professing our love for Valiant’s reboot of Harbinger. Writer Joshua Dysart has turned this band of misfits with latent abilities into the best damn team book on store shelves. Now after months of building the storyline to a slow boil, Dysart is ready to make this book explode in this… Read More


BigJ
Apr 08, 2013 11:38am