DC Comics "Batman: Off-World" #4, available February 20, 2024, is written by Jason Aaron and illustrated by Doug Mahnke, with covers by Leirix, Alan Quah and Mahnke:
"... in a faraway, war-torn galaxy, 'Batman' sets his sights on the villainous 'Blakksun Mining Company'.
"But standing in his way is the most ruthless bounty hunter in the universe, a man known only as the 'Thanagarian'..."
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- 11/27/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
In 2011, the silver screen debut of Green Lantern landed like a thud instead of soaring like a triumph. The film was dismissed both by critics and wider audiences; one of the more positive reviews was Roger Ebert's middling praise, "['Green Lantern'] intends to be a sound-and-light show, assaulting the audience with sensational special effects. If that's what you want, that's what you get."
Time hasn't been any kinder to "Green Lantern." Star Ryan Reynolds has poked fun at it in both of his subsequent "Deadpool" movies. "Green Lantern" was conceived as the beginning of a larger DC Comics film franchise, meant to rival the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Instead, its hero has been persona non grata on film since. Green Lantern is usually a staple of the Justice League but in both versions of that film, the only Lantern who showed up was a cameo.
There have been attempts at a second shot,...
Time hasn't been any kinder to "Green Lantern." Star Ryan Reynolds has poked fun at it in both of his subsequent "Deadpool" movies. "Green Lantern" was conceived as the beginning of a larger DC Comics film franchise, meant to rival the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Instead, its hero has been persona non grata on film since. Green Lantern is usually a staple of the Justice League but in both versions of that film, the only Lantern who showed up was a cameo.
There have been attempts at a second shot,...
- 10/16/2022
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
It’s somehow almost 2021, which means the DC Universe is about to enter its Future State, the big two month crossover that kicks off the new year by pausing its regular line, and diving deep into the wild, varied timelines and parallel universes for new angles from fresh creators. And we are happy to have your exclusive first look at the February covers and solicitations for the Justice League family of books.
Since half the fun of solicits is trying to piece together what’s happening in the book from the 50 words and a cover, we decided to engage in some wild, semi-informed speculation on what might be coming from DC’s event.
Let’s get right to it: Future State has a very strong Seven Soldiers of Victory vibe.
The original Seven Soldiers were briefly a superteam from the ’40s, brought back sporadically whenever a comic needed a nostalgia boost,...
Since half the fun of solicits is trying to piece together what’s happening in the book from the 50 words and a cover, we decided to engage in some wild, semi-informed speculation on what might be coming from DC’s event.
Let’s get right to it: Future State has a very strong Seven Soldiers of Victory vibe.
The original Seven Soldiers were briefly a superteam from the ’40s, brought back sporadically whenever a comic needed a nostalgia boost,...
- 11/13/2020
- by Jim Dandy
- Den of Geek
Among all the other revelations that the first trailer for Zack Snyder’s Justice League brought us, giving us the clearest, most official look at the Dceu’s Darkseid might be the most exciting. The most powerful villain in the DC Universe, and one of the best in comic book history, has waited 50 years for his cinematic debut. A criminally long time for a character that ranks among Jack Kirby‘s greatest creations and one who has become central to the cosmology of the DC Universe.
Darkseid had been teased in Snyder’s Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice in a number of ways. The most prominent being the “knightmare” sequence, where Bruce Wayne dreams of a post-apocalyptic wasteland overrun by Darkseid’s parademons and ruled by a corrupted Superman. The ground in this sequence bears the omega symbol mark which has long been associated with Darkseid, the power he wields,...
Darkseid had been teased in Snyder’s Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice in a number of ways. The most prominent being the “knightmare” sequence, where Bruce Wayne dreams of a post-apocalyptic wasteland overrun by Darkseid’s parademons and ruled by a corrupted Superman. The ground in this sequence bears the omega symbol mark which has long been associated with Darkseid, the power he wields,...
- 8/23/2020
- by Mike Cecchini
- Den of Geek
Written by Various | Art by Various | Published by DC Comics
I’m not entirely sure why, but DC have always been far better than Marvel with anthology books. Possibly because of their extended history, that they just have that much more material than Marvel had, and could make extra money by packaging old, sorry ‘classic’, reprints with the odd new story or framing sequences. The recent run of DC anniversary issues have also seen them put out some rather good 100 page anthologies, but now with all new material, though with very definite nods towards source material of the past. Which brings us to this ‘Guidebook’. Odd title in a way, as it’s appeared too far down the line into the event to be a guide for anything, but it’s certainly a good opportunity to fill in gaps in the main book, and to give short, sweet glimpses at some of the peripheral characters.
I’m not entirely sure why, but DC have always been far better than Marvel with anthology books. Possibly because of their extended history, that they just have that much more material than Marvel had, and could make extra money by packaging old, sorry ‘classic’, reprints with the odd new story or framing sequences. The recent run of DC anniversary issues have also seen them put out some rather good 100 page anthologies, but now with all new material, though with very definite nods towards source material of the past. Which brings us to this ‘Guidebook’. Odd title in a way, as it’s appeared too far down the line into the event to be a guide for anything, but it’s certainly a good opportunity to fill in gaps in the main book, and to give short, sweet glimpses at some of the peripheral characters.
- 8/21/2020
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
Written by Various | Art by Various | Published by DC Comics
DC character 80th anniversaries are the gift that keep on giving for everyone. For fans like me, these Specials have been fantastic. For creators, a chance to do a stand-alone tale from a specific era, or for a creator with a long history with that character a chance to go home again. Obviously for DC, those balance sheets should look decent too. Green Lantern’s 80th is slightly different, in that there have been many Green Lantern’s down the years. The most famous, Hal Jordan, didn’t appear until the dawn of the Silver Age in the 1950’s, so DC are cheating a little here, as it’s really the 80th anniversary of the original Green Lantern himself, Alan Scott. My favourite Justice Society of America member, as it happens, but probably not a guy to carry a 100 page book by himself.
DC character 80th anniversaries are the gift that keep on giving for everyone. For fans like me, these Specials have been fantastic. For creators, a chance to do a stand-alone tale from a specific era, or for a creator with a long history with that character a chance to go home again. Obviously for DC, those balance sheets should look decent too. Green Lantern’s 80th is slightly different, in that there have been many Green Lantern’s down the years. The most famous, Hal Jordan, didn’t appear until the dawn of the Silver Age in the 1950’s, so DC are cheating a little here, as it’s really the 80th anniversary of the original Green Lantern himself, Alan Scott. My favourite Justice Society of America member, as it happens, but probably not a guy to carry a 100 page book by himself.
- 6/26/2020
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
With a new "Green Lantern" live-action TV series in development, take a look at DC Comics' "Green Lantern 80th Anniversary Super-Spectacular", available June 23, 2020, written by Jeff Lemire, James Tynion IV, Peter J. Tomasi, Geoff Johns, Robert Venditti, Mariko Tamaki, Ron Marz, Dennis O'Neil, Sina Grace and Charlotte Fullerton, with illustrations by Ivan Reis, Fernando Pasarin, Rafa Sandoval, Mike Grell and Darryl Banks, plus covers by Jim Lee, Scott Williams, Liam Sharp, Neal Adams, David Finch, Ivan Reis, Matt Taylor, Doug Mahnke, Philip Tan, Nicola Scott and Oclair Albert:
"...'Green Lantern' is the name of several superheroes appearing in comic books published by DC Comics.
"They fight evil with the aid of rings that grant them a variety of extraordinary powers.
"The characters are typically depicted as members of the 'Green Lantern Corps', an interstellar law enforcement agency.
"The first Green Lantern 'Alan Scott', was created in 1940 by Martin Nodell during...
"...'Green Lantern' is the name of several superheroes appearing in comic books published by DC Comics.
"They fight evil with the aid of rings that grant them a variety of extraordinary powers.
"The characters are typically depicted as members of the 'Green Lantern Corps', an interstellar law enforcement agency.
"The first Green Lantern 'Alan Scott', was created in 1940 by Martin Nodell during...
- 6/22/2020
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Although most of WarnerMedia's film productions are in current lockdown, the company's DC Comics continues to publish new comic book titles for August 2020, filled with fresh stories and compelling imagery:
"Dceased: Dead Planet" #2 is written by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Trevor Hairsine, Gigi Baldassini with covers by Francesco Mattina and Ben Olivier:
"...the 'Justice League' is trapped on Earth, and they've discovered that life still survives on this dead planet! Survival is precarious, though and with billions of infected still roaming the surface, death lies around every corner. But it isn't just the anti-living our heroes have to worry about, because 'John 'Constantine', 'Swamp Thing' and 'Zatanna' are about to discover another thing growing..."
Dark Nights: Death Metal Guidebook #1 is written by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Joshua Williamson, Becky Cloonan, Vita Ayala, Chip Zdarsky and Christopher Priest, with illustrations by Doug Mahnke, Cloonan,...
"Dceased: Dead Planet" #2 is written by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Trevor Hairsine, Gigi Baldassini with covers by Francesco Mattina and Ben Olivier:
"...the 'Justice League' is trapped on Earth, and they've discovered that life still survives on this dead planet! Survival is precarious, though and with billions of infected still roaming the surface, death lies around every corner. But it isn't just the anti-living our heroes have to worry about, because 'John 'Constantine', 'Swamp Thing' and 'Zatanna' are about to discover another thing growing..."
Dark Nights: Death Metal Guidebook #1 is written by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Joshua Williamson, Becky Cloonan, Vita Ayala, Chip Zdarsky and Christopher Priest, with illustrations by Doug Mahnke, Cloonan,...
- 5/17/2020
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
We knew Dark Nights: Death Metal, the big DC megaevent from Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo, Jonathan Glapion and Fco Plascencia, was reworked when it got delayed. DC just announced how much it was reworked.
The main series has been expanded from six to seven issues, with a skip month planned for September. However, to help fill us up for that break, we get two supplemental comics: Dark Nights: Death Metal Guidebook #1 on August 11th, and Dark Nights: Death Metal Legends of the Dark Knights #1 on August 25th.
Death Metal is the follow up to Dark Nights: Metal, the series that introduced the Dark Multiverse and its evil coterie of Batmen (including the Batman Who Laughs) to the Dcu; to Snyder’s Justice League, which brought dark goddess Perpetua in from her prison in the Source Wall, to tear down the existing multiverse and replace it with something more pliable; and to Hell Arisen,...
The main series has been expanded from six to seven issues, with a skip month planned for September. However, to help fill us up for that break, we get two supplemental comics: Dark Nights: Death Metal Guidebook #1 on August 11th, and Dark Nights: Death Metal Legends of the Dark Knights #1 on August 25th.
Death Metal is the follow up to Dark Nights: Metal, the series that introduced the Dark Multiverse and its evil coterie of Batmen (including the Batman Who Laughs) to the Dcu; to Snyder’s Justice League, which brought dark goddess Perpetua in from her prison in the Source Wall, to tear down the existing multiverse and replace it with something more pliable; and to Hell Arisen,...
- 5/15/2020
- by Mike Cecchini
- Den of Geek
Mike Cecchini Feb 16, 2020
DC's Generation One: Age of Mysteries kicks off a new look at the DC Comics timeline, with a story about the Jsa.
It looks like the timeline of the DC Universe, and the scope of DC continuity as a whole is about to undergo some seismic changes. To give readers a better picture of what the new DC Universe timeline looks like, DC Comics will tell their complete superheroic history with a Free Comic Book Day one-shot followed by five self contained prestige format books that will see release between May and September. By the time that final book is revealed, we'll have an understanding of what constitutes the new shape of DC continuity.
First up is Generation Zero: Gods Among Us, which will hit for Free Comic Book Day on May 2. "It all starts here, and everything counts" the publisher promised in a statement. The 32-page comic features two stories,...
DC's Generation One: Age of Mysteries kicks off a new look at the DC Comics timeline, with a story about the Jsa.
It looks like the timeline of the DC Universe, and the scope of DC continuity as a whole is about to undergo some seismic changes. To give readers a better picture of what the new DC Universe timeline looks like, DC Comics will tell their complete superheroic history with a Free Comic Book Day one-shot followed by five self contained prestige format books that will see release between May and September. By the time that final book is revealed, we'll have an understanding of what constitutes the new shape of DC continuity.
First up is Generation Zero: Gods Among Us, which will hit for Free Comic Book Day on May 2. "It all starts here, and everything counts" the publisher promised in a statement. The 32-page comic features two stories,...
- 2/14/2020
- Den of Geek
Like the Norse mask at the bottom of the sea in the original film, The Mask franchise has been lying dormant for a long while. However, there’s suddenly been a lot of buzz about a potential new movie in the series, which is based on the Dark Horse comic book character, over the past few months. Jim Carrey famously brought green-faced hero Stanley Ipkiss to cartoonish life in 1994’s hit comedy, but would he be willing to star in a sequel?
Well, it seems the actor isn’t ruling it out, but he does have one key stipulation. While speaking with ComicBook.com to promote his role in Sonic the Hedgehog, Carrey was asked if he’d consider making a new Mask movie. The star revealed that he’d be open to it, although he’d need the involvement of a talented filmmaker with a bold vision to really...
Well, it seems the actor isn’t ruling it out, but he does have one key stipulation. While speaking with ComicBook.com to promote his role in Sonic the Hedgehog, Carrey was asked if he’d consider making a new Mask movie. The star revealed that he’d be open to it, although he’d need the involvement of a talented filmmaker with a bold vision to really...
- 1/24/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
Jim Dandy Oct 9, 2019
Has the Joker movie inspired you to read some comics? We've got some suggestions!
The Joker is the most recognizable villain in all of comics, and as such, there are as many takes on him as there are creators who have worked on a Batman comic. Fortunately for us, for every Jared Leto out there, there are fifteen awesome comic stories. So if you’re coming out of the Joker movie with a thirst for more good, thoughtful, interesting stories using the Clown Prince of Crime, we’ve got some comics for you.
Batman: The Killing Joke
This is probably the most influential Joker story of all time. Alan Moore’s dense psychoanalysis of the Joker is formative to just about every writer who came afterwards, and Brian Bolland’s stunningly gorgeous pencils combined with John Higgins perfect colors to create an eerie, dark, vicious story that...
Has the Joker movie inspired you to read some comics? We've got some suggestions!
The Joker is the most recognizable villain in all of comics, and as such, there are as many takes on him as there are creators who have worked on a Batman comic. Fortunately for us, for every Jared Leto out there, there are fifteen awesome comic stories. So if you’re coming out of the Joker movie with a thirst for more good, thoughtful, interesting stories using the Clown Prince of Crime, we’ve got some comics for you.
Batman: The Killing Joke
This is probably the most influential Joker story of all time. Alan Moore’s dense psychoanalysis of the Joker is formative to just about every writer who came afterwards, and Brian Bolland’s stunningly gorgeous pencils combined with John Higgins perfect colors to create an eerie, dark, vicious story that...
- 10/9/2019
- Den of Geek
This review contains minor spoilers.
The tricky thing about assembling a milestone issue is that it must satisfy both casual fans and Wednesday Warriors. In other words, not only must it pay tribute to a character’s rich history, but it must also stay true to said icon’s contemporary sensibilities and, hopefully, inspire everyone who’s laid down their hard-earned money to keep reading whenever the next installment hits stands.
Seeing as how DC did a fine job of pulling off this balancing act one year ago with Action Comics #1000, they’re now following suit with Detective Comics #1000. As it turns out, the decades-old title hits quadruple digits during the very year Batman celebrates his 80th anniversary. And believe me, you won’t find many better love letters to the Dark Knight than this baby.
To my amazement, DC decided to save the “main story” for last (so I...
The tricky thing about assembling a milestone issue is that it must satisfy both casual fans and Wednesday Warriors. In other words, not only must it pay tribute to a character’s rich history, but it must also stay true to said icon’s contemporary sensibilities and, hopefully, inspire everyone who’s laid down their hard-earned money to keep reading whenever the next installment hits stands.
Seeing as how DC did a fine job of pulling off this balancing act one year ago with Action Comics #1000, they’re now following suit with Detective Comics #1000. As it turns out, the decades-old title hits quadruple digits during the very year Batman celebrates his 80th anniversary. And believe me, you won’t find many better love letters to the Dark Knight than this baby.
To my amazement, DC decided to save the “main story” for last (so I...
- 3/27/2019
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
John Saavedra Sep 21, 2019
Batman turns 80 this year. We talked to Kevin Conroy, Bruce Timm, Scott Snyder, and more about the hero's legacy!
It all began with two shots in the dark, pearls spilling onto the blood-soaked cement. No, it all started when the bat crashed through the window. Actually, it was when the boy fell into the cave. Maybe it was that hostile takeover at Apex Chemicals? Dozens of stories have shaped the legend of the Batman over his 80-year history, tales that have made the Caped Crusader arguably the most iconic character in comic book history, rivaled only by Superman.
When Bill Finger and Bob Kane put pen and pencil to paper for 1939's Detective Comics #27, they had no way of knowing that they were creating a new American myth that would captivate readers and movie audiences for decades to come. They certainly didn't expect their first Batman adventure,...
Batman turns 80 this year. We talked to Kevin Conroy, Bruce Timm, Scott Snyder, and more about the hero's legacy!
It all began with two shots in the dark, pearls spilling onto the blood-soaked cement. No, it all started when the bat crashed through the window. Actually, it was when the boy fell into the cave. Maybe it was that hostile takeover at Apex Chemicals? Dozens of stories have shaped the legend of the Batman over his 80-year history, tales that have made the Caped Crusader arguably the most iconic character in comic book history, rivaled only by Superman.
When Bill Finger and Bob Kane put pen and pencil to paper for 1939's Detective Comics #27, they had no way of knowing that they were creating a new American myth that would captivate readers and movie audiences for decades to come. They certainly didn't expect their first Batman adventure,...
- 3/26/2019
- Den of Geek
Jim Dandy Jan 2, 2019
Murder comes to Wayne Manor in Detective Comics #995, and Batman isn't happy about it.
You don't spend a decade working on a character without figuring some stuff out about him. This is why we were so excited about Pete Tomasi and Doug Mahnke coming back to Batman when it was announced at San Diego Comic Con. And for all the internal hype about it, their first issue back, Detective Comics #994 still managed to exceed expecations. So of course we jumped at the chance to share an exclusive preview of this week's issue, #995, when it was offered.
Here's what DC has to say about the issue, which hits stores today, Jan. 2!
Detective Comics #995 written by Peter J. Tomasi
art by Doug Mahnke and Jaime Mendoza
cover by Doug Mahnke
variant cover by Mark Brooks
Alfred Pennyworth…attacked at the Wayne mansion! Who’s hunting those closest to Batman?...
Murder comes to Wayne Manor in Detective Comics #995, and Batman isn't happy about it.
You don't spend a decade working on a character without figuring some stuff out about him. This is why we were so excited about Pete Tomasi and Doug Mahnke coming back to Batman when it was announced at San Diego Comic Con. And for all the internal hype about it, their first issue back, Detective Comics #994 still managed to exceed expecations. So of course we jumped at the chance to share an exclusive preview of this week's issue, #995, when it was offered.
Here's what DC has to say about the issue, which hits stores today, Jan. 2!
Detective Comics #995 written by Peter J. Tomasi
art by Doug Mahnke and Jaime Mendoza
cover by Doug Mahnke
variant cover by Mark Brooks
Alfred Pennyworth…attacked at the Wayne mansion! Who’s hunting those closest to Batman?...
- 12/31/2018
- Den of Geek
It seems like only yesterday that Action Comics #1000 hit stands, thus observing 80 years of Superman being in continuous publication. As it so happens, the other half of the World’s Finest duo, Batman, will get his turn in the spotlight when Detective Comics #1000 ships this coming spring.
By now, you’ve probably heard of one major reason you should read the milestone issue, and that’s how it’ll introduce a new version of the Arkham Knight to DC canon, one whom we can only assume isn’t Jason Todd. Still, the mystery man’s appearance is eerily similar to that of his video game counterpart, and can be viewed in the gallery below.
In addition to our first look at the newest thorn in the Dark Knight’s side, a bounty of covers can also be found in the accompanying slideshow. Chief among them is the standard wraparound supplied by the master himself,...
By now, you’ve probably heard of one major reason you should read the milestone issue, and that’s how it’ll introduce a new version of the Arkham Knight to DC canon, one whom we can only assume isn’t Jason Todd. Still, the mystery man’s appearance is eerily similar to that of his video game counterpart, and can be viewed in the gallery below.
In addition to our first look at the newest thorn in the Dark Knight’s side, a bounty of covers can also be found in the accompanying slideshow. Chief among them is the standard wraparound supplied by the master himself,...
- 12/18/2018
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
John Saavedra Dec 18, 2018
Detective Comics #1000 will feature a who's who of legendary Batman creators. Here are the details...
Batman didn't tie the knot last summer, but he still has plenty to celebrate in 2019. In May, the Caped Crusader turns 80 after his debut in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. And there's another milestone: Detective Comics, one of the books that formed the backbone of the publisher we know today as DC Comics, is hitting its 1,000th issue in March. To mark the occasion, DC is publishing an extra-sized issue featuring many of the great creators who have worked on the Dark Knight over the years.
The issue will feature a story from the current Detective Comics creative team of Peter J. Tomasi and Doug Mahnke that will introduce a new version of the Arkham Knight, the villain from the Batman: Arkham Knight video game, to the comics. The issue will also feature a...
Detective Comics #1000 will feature a who's who of legendary Batman creators. Here are the details...
Batman didn't tie the knot last summer, but he still has plenty to celebrate in 2019. In May, the Caped Crusader turns 80 after his debut in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. And there's another milestone: Detective Comics, one of the books that formed the backbone of the publisher we know today as DC Comics, is hitting its 1,000th issue in March. To mark the occasion, DC is publishing an extra-sized issue featuring many of the great creators who have worked on the Dark Knight over the years.
The issue will feature a story from the current Detective Comics creative team of Peter J. Tomasi and Doug Mahnke that will introduce a new version of the Arkham Knight, the villain from the Batman: Arkham Knight video game, to the comics. The issue will also feature a...
- 12/18/2018
- Den of Geek
If you partook in the incredible celebration surrounding Action Comics #1000 earlier this year and hoped for Batman to receive similar treatment when he hits a similar milestone, well, then today’s the day we can guarantee your wish being granted.
You see, DC Comics have finally released the first details concerning Detective Comics #1000, and it looks like something none of us will want to miss. In fact, the landmark issue will introduce a new version of the Arkham Knight, thus bringing the familiar name into proper continuity.
As you may remember, the eponymous antagonist was first introduced in Rocksteady’s hit video game Batman: Arkham Knight, where he was ultimately unmasked as being Jason Todd. But considering how Jason’s well-established as the Red Hood within the DC Universe, it makes sense for someone else to be under the mask this time around.
Right now, I imagine that’ll go...
You see, DC Comics have finally released the first details concerning Detective Comics #1000, and it looks like something none of us will want to miss. In fact, the landmark issue will introduce a new version of the Arkham Knight, thus bringing the familiar name into proper continuity.
As you may remember, the eponymous antagonist was first introduced in Rocksteady’s hit video game Batman: Arkham Knight, where he was ultimately unmasked as being Jason Todd. But considering how Jason’s well-established as the Red Hood within the DC Universe, it makes sense for someone else to be under the mask this time around.
Right now, I imagine that’ll go...
- 11/15/2018
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Mike Cecchini Nov 26, 2019
Michael B. Jordan met with Warner Bros. to discuss a Superman movie.
With Henry Cavill out as Superman in future Dceu movies, the question of just what Warner Bros. has planned for the Man of Steel on the big screen is on everyone's minds. The reasons behind Cavill's exit may have something to do with the lack of a clear vision for Superman movies at Warner Bros. After all, Cavill signed on for what he likely thought was a central role in a franchise with Man of Steel, found himself relegated to second billing in its sequel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and was essentially a supporting player in Justice League.
It would appear that the studio has no real plans for a solo Superman movie at the moment, and despite the occasional rumbling of a Man of Steel 2, there has never been anything concrete, and...
Michael B. Jordan met with Warner Bros. to discuss a Superman movie.
With Henry Cavill out as Superman in future Dceu movies, the question of just what Warner Bros. has planned for the Man of Steel on the big screen is on everyone's minds. The reasons behind Cavill's exit may have something to do with the lack of a clear vision for Superman movies at Warner Bros. After all, Cavill signed on for what he likely thought was a central role in a franchise with Man of Steel, found himself relegated to second billing in its sequel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and was essentially a supporting player in Justice League.
It would appear that the studio has no real plans for a solo Superman movie at the moment, and despite the occasional rumbling of a Man of Steel 2, there has never been anything concrete, and...
- 9/12/2018
- Den of Geek
While many of you are understandably counting down to next spring’s release of Action Comics #1000, it’s important that we not overlook the fact that the Man of Steel will reach another milestone in the comic book world very shortly.
You see, next week, the 800th issue of Superman is scheduled to hit stands, and that’s most assuredly something no DC fan should want to pass up. Yes, it’s technically being labeled as Superman #34, but that’s because the publisher is sticking to the numbering with which they begun at the start of the Rebirth era, which makes sense. Basically, this is a situation similar to when they shipped Detective Comics #19 back in the days of the New 52 but still celebrated that as being the 900th issue.
Now that we’ve cleared up that, let’s talk about the content itself. As it turns out, this installment continues the “Imperius Lex” storyline,...
You see, next week, the 800th issue of Superman is scheduled to hit stands, and that’s most assuredly something no DC fan should want to pass up. Yes, it’s technically being labeled as Superman #34, but that’s because the publisher is sticking to the numbering with which they begun at the start of the Rebirth era, which makes sense. Basically, this is a situation similar to when they shipped Detective Comics #19 back in the days of the New 52 but still celebrated that as being the 900th issue.
Now that we’ve cleared up that, let’s talk about the content itself. As it turns out, this installment continues the “Imperius Lex” storyline,...
- 10/26/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Aquaman #24
Written by Dan Abnett | Art by Scot Eaton, Wayne Faucher | Published by DC Comics
Aquaman is best as a series when it is basically Game of Thrones underwater. The Crown of Atlantis arc has pretty much been that as Aquaman has been fighting to hold his crown despite the dirty politics and backstabbing that has been going on. By the time this issues ends he may end up losing much more than his beloved title.
Scot Eaton and Wayne Faucher’s art give this book that larger than life feel. The opening pages of Aquaman riding gigantic sea creatures was impressive to behold. Gabe Eltaeb’s colors have a vast pallet making Atlantis look both beautiful and otherworldly. Aquaman can look awfully silly if the wrong tone of color is chosen. Eltaeb circumvents that issue and gives poignancy to what could have been corny character designs.
The Crown of...
Written by Dan Abnett | Art by Scot Eaton, Wayne Faucher | Published by DC Comics
Aquaman is best as a series when it is basically Game of Thrones underwater. The Crown of Atlantis arc has pretty much been that as Aquaman has been fighting to hold his crown despite the dirty politics and backstabbing that has been going on. By the time this issues ends he may end up losing much more than his beloved title.
Scot Eaton and Wayne Faucher’s art give this book that larger than life feel. The opening pages of Aquaman riding gigantic sea creatures was impressive to behold. Gabe Eltaeb’s colors have a vast pallet making Atlantis look both beautiful and otherworldly. Aquaman can look awfully silly if the wrong tone of color is chosen. Eltaeb circumvents that issue and gives poignancy to what could have been corny character designs.
The Crown of...
- 6/20/2017
- by Dan Clark
- Nerdly
Since the dawn of the Rebirth era, the Superman family of books have absolutely been on fire, restoring the Man of Steel and his related to characters to their former glory that some readers thought the New 52 simply lacked. And, from what we can tell, they won’t cool off anytime in the foreseeable future. In fact, just this week, we found out that Big Blue and Lex Luthor are set to confront Mr. Oz over in Action Comics this August and, that very same month, his eponymous title will take full advantage of the crossover potential that comes with being a part of the DC Universe.
You see, this summer, Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason intend on calling back to their days of working on Green Lantern Corps by getting Superman mixed up with this guy named Sinestro. Perhaps you’ve heard of him. And while the creative...
You see, this summer, Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason intend on calling back to their days of working on Green Lantern Corps by getting Superman mixed up with this guy named Sinestro. Perhaps you’ve heard of him. And while the creative...
- 5/24/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Although the “Black Dawn” story arc currently unfolding in the pages of Superman may not be as strong as previous offerings, we can probably all agree that it’s still a decent read and that the creative team of Peter J. Tomasi, Pat Gleason and Doug Mahnke haven’t really steered us wrong since taking the wheel at the start of Rebirth.
If you’ve been keeping up with the title, you’re well aware that the Kent family’s neighbor who looks an awful lot like Wilford Brimley isn’t exactly what he seems to be and has so far succeeded in getting the drop on Batman and Superman alike. And from what we can tell, a mysterious force is pulling the strings of both him and the townsfolk.
Now, when the “Black Dawn” finale, Superman #25, was originally solicited, a cover didn’t accompany it, but here’s what...
If you’ve been keeping up with the title, you’re well aware that the Kent family’s neighbor who looks an awful lot like Wilford Brimley isn’t exactly what he seems to be and has so far succeeded in getting the drop on Batman and Superman alike. And from what we can tell, a mysterious force is pulling the strings of both him and the townsfolk.
Now, when the “Black Dawn” finale, Superman #25, was originally solicited, a cover didn’t accompany it, but here’s what...
- 5/4/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
This review contains minor spoilers.
“Superman Reborn,” the four-issue crossover event, comes to a close in Action Comics #976. While it’s likely to go down as the weakest installment of the lot, it’s still pretty decent, which is testament to the arc’s overall and consistent quality. It’s been a wild ride, but all good things must come to an end.
Unlike the three issues before it, there aren’t many earth-shattering revelations here. New 52 Superman and Lois Lane have re-emerged and challenge Mr. Mxyzptlk; however, they don’t recognize Jon Kent. The poor Superboy does his best to remind them that he’s their son (well, in a different reality), as Mxyzptlk tries to slip away. Refusing to let the imp leave, Superman battles him while Jon speaks to two new blue energies that surround him.
These energies provide Superboy with additional power which he uses to zap Mxyzptlk,...
“Superman Reborn,” the four-issue crossover event, comes to a close in Action Comics #976. While it’s likely to go down as the weakest installment of the lot, it’s still pretty decent, which is testament to the arc’s overall and consistent quality. It’s been a wild ride, but all good things must come to an end.
Unlike the three issues before it, there aren’t many earth-shattering revelations here. New 52 Superman and Lois Lane have re-emerged and challenge Mr. Mxyzptlk; however, they don’t recognize Jon Kent. The poor Superboy does his best to remind them that he’s their son (well, in a different reality), as Mxyzptlk tries to slip away. Refusing to let the imp leave, Superman battles him while Jon speaks to two new blue energies that surround him.
These energies provide Superboy with additional power which he uses to zap Mxyzptlk,...
- 3/22/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
Action Comics is now only 25 issues away from reaching the milestone of issue number 1000! This week issue 275 is a supersized anniversary issue that finally reveals the identity of the mysterious Clark Kent, something that due to how long it’s been since he was introduced (almost a year) has at times frustrated me. Before going any further let me give a Spolier warning if you want to find out for yourself (although chances are that the internet has probably already spoiled it for you by accident). In part one of the “Superman Reborn” storyline Clark Kent tried to marry Lois Lane and by the end kidnapped Jonathan out of what seemed was jealously. Now Lois and Clark were on the hunt for this Clark and their Son.
The issue has the couple raiding Clark’s apartment and finding absolutely nothing but a clean place but a kitchen and refrigerator full of candy.
The issue has the couple raiding Clark’s apartment and finding absolutely nothing but a clean place but a kitchen and refrigerator full of candy.
- 3/12/2017
- by Emmanuel Gomez
- LRMonline.com
This review contains minor spoilers.
Action Comics #975: the issue that reveals the true identity of the other Clark Kent. The past week, the excitement was so real that I wore my Superman cap to prevent my mind from exploding. Then, the noob from the site-that-must-not-be-named went and spoiled it all by posting a screenshot. Sigh. Nonetheless, let’s not dwell on the negative for too long and focus on this super-sized edition of Action Comics instead. This one’s a doozy.
In part two of “Superman Reborn,” Clark and Lois search the other Clark’s apartment for clues to the whereabouts of Jon. Here, they encounter the doppelganger who blames Supes for not saving him. When the Man of Steel tries to force information about his son out of his lookalike, the other Clark blocks his attacks. He initially reveals himself to be Lex Luthor, but then morphs into...
Action Comics #975: the issue that reveals the true identity of the other Clark Kent. The past week, the excitement was so real that I wore my Superman cap to prevent my mind from exploding. Then, the noob from the site-that-must-not-be-named went and spoiled it all by posting a screenshot. Sigh. Nonetheless, let’s not dwell on the negative for too long and focus on this super-sized edition of Action Comics instead. This one’s a doozy.
In part two of “Superman Reborn,” Clark and Lois search the other Clark’s apartment for clues to the whereabouts of Jon. Here, they encounter the doppelganger who blames Supes for not saving him. When the Man of Steel tries to force information about his son out of his lookalike, the other Clark blocks his attacks. He initially reveals himself to be Lex Luthor, but then morphs into...
- 3/8/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
Comic Book Reviews: DC Round Up Week 12-07-2016
We got Batman the one man army, Green Arrow and Aquaman getting the same “We didn’t do it” storyline, and a few other DC books continue to lose steam after an amazing start! Read on to see what’s going wrong with DC Comics Rebirth!
Aquaman #12
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Phillippe Briones, Gabe Elateb
Review: More of Nemo led by Black Manta framing Aquaman and the Atlaneteans for the attacks on U.S. Soil. No one wants to give Aquaman or the Atlanteans the benefit of the doubt and once more its Justice League to come get Arthur (while seemingly one cares about the surmounting death toll and damage being done to the various states). I think I’m done with Aquaman, this whole “U.S. hates Aquaman” storyline just keeps forcing me to stretch my imagination and acceptance of...
We got Batman the one man army, Green Arrow and Aquaman getting the same “We didn’t do it” storyline, and a few other DC books continue to lose steam after an amazing start! Read on to see what’s going wrong with DC Comics Rebirth!
Aquaman #12
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Phillippe Briones, Gabe Elateb
Review: More of Nemo led by Black Manta framing Aquaman and the Atlaneteans for the attacks on U.S. Soil. No one wants to give Aquaman or the Atlanteans the benefit of the doubt and once more its Justice League to come get Arthur (while seemingly one cares about the surmounting death toll and damage being done to the various states). I think I’m done with Aquaman, this whole “U.S. hates Aquaman” storyline just keeps forcing me to stretch my imagination and acceptance of...
- 12/9/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
Issue 8 of Superman beings the “Escape From Dinosaur Island” arc. This book continues to closely follow Clark and Jonathan’s father son relationship. As a matter of fact the whole accidental trip to Dinosaur Island starts because of a hiccup in John’s school science project that transports him, Clark and Krypto to this mysterious island. Upon arriving it seems that the military had once had a presence there but had been decimated. As they are trying to locate John’s science project to try and get back home we see our group of heroes attacked by various prehistoric animals like something that seemed like a giant piranha to pterodactyl like dinosaurs. As they discover more human remains they find a cave where written on the wall is “This Is The Story Of The Losers”.
This title so far has been very distinct from what we saw from Superman in...
This title so far has been very distinct from what we saw from Superman in...
- 10/9/2016
- by Emmanuel Gomez
- LRMonline.com
Comic Book Reviews: DC Round Up Week 08-17-2016
DC Comics has been killing it with sales lately, and for good reason! The Rebirth has been a success with almost every series delivering well-written and illustrated stories. Whatever editorial direction Geoff Johns put the company on, it’s worked! The characters feel fresh and new again, while still keeping true to the status quo set up in the New 52 Universe. Could the books do a slightly better job at feeling more “interconnected” (No that doesn’t mean crossover!)? Sure! But regardless, each individual series feels very well put together and on a focused plot. So without further delay, check out the hot books from this week’s DC Comics Rebirth line up!
Green Arrow #5
Story: Benjamin Percy Art: Juan Ferreyra
Review: If you were to tell me a year or so ago (or even further back) that future me would...
DC Comics has been killing it with sales lately, and for good reason! The Rebirth has been a success with almost every series delivering well-written and illustrated stories. Whatever editorial direction Geoff Johns put the company on, it’s worked! The characters feel fresh and new again, while still keeping true to the status quo set up in the New 52 Universe. Could the books do a slightly better job at feeling more “interconnected” (No that doesn’t mean crossover!)? Sure! But regardless, each individual series feels very well put together and on a focused plot. So without further delay, check out the hot books from this week’s DC Comics Rebirth line up!
Green Arrow #5
Story: Benjamin Percy Art: Juan Ferreyra
Review: If you were to tell me a year or so ago (or even further back) that future me would...
- 8/19/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
The Rebirth has begun! DC mastermind Geoff Johns and company have been prepping for this a while now and the all the hard work is coming to fruition. Check out some great jumping on points for new readers in the various Rebirth specials, and see if maybe any of them might peek your interest!
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DC Universe: Rebirth #1
Story: Geoff Johns Art: Gary Frank, Ivan Reis, Ethan Van Sciver, Phil Jimenez, etc
Review: This came out on 05/25/2016 but I’m doing a quick recap here so it fits in with the rest of the rebirth reviews. This is it, the big bang of getting the DC Universe back on track and “fixing” some of the mistakes of the “New 52” era. Johns writes a plausible enough reason for how everything in “52” was created-seemingly by an all-powerful being (A very awesome character that I’m...
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DC Universe: Rebirth #1
Story: Geoff Johns Art: Gary Frank, Ivan Reis, Ethan Van Sciver, Phil Jimenez, etc
Review: This came out on 05/25/2016 but I’m doing a quick recap here so it fits in with the rest of the rebirth reviews. This is it, the big bang of getting the DC Universe back on track and “fixing” some of the mistakes of the “New 52” era. Johns writes a plausible enough reason for how everything in “52” was created-seemingly by an all-powerful being (A very awesome character that I’m...
- 6/4/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
Superman Rebirth #1 sets the tone for the rest of the Rebirth titles. Being that Batman is my favorite hero I gravitated toward that book first. If you’ve taken a moment to read my thoughts on that book, you know that I was really unimpressed by it. Superman Rebirth on the other hand has all the components that I expected from these one-shot titles and eventually lead you into their respective number ones. Tomasi and Gleason do a fantastic job at blending different aspects of New 52 Superman, Convergence and some of Superman’s legacy into one book and eventually struck my curiosity going forward.
Superman as we know is dead. The Superman we see here is from the pre-“Flashpoint” timeline. The reason why he is here now in this universe is because this Clark, Lois and their baby Jonathan escaped their timeline during the Convergence event and ended up...
Superman as we know is dead. The Superman we see here is from the pre-“Flashpoint” timeline. The reason why he is here now in this universe is because this Clark, Lois and their baby Jonathan escaped their timeline during the Convergence event and ended up...
- 6/2/2016
- by Emmanuel Gomez
- LRMonline.com
With the first week of March upon us it also means the beginning of major comic storylines. We are only a few weeks away from Civil War 2, DC's Rebirth, The Walking Dead climax to the Whispers story line, and Titan-Comics release of old anime favorites. This week I have pick out some popular comics that probably wont be a surprise. My favorite series right now is Old Man Logan with issue number 3 coming out today. Also following the popular adult meditation through coloring DC is releasing a new version of Batman: Hush where you can color in the pages of the story. Here is a few comics I will be picking up today.
Coloring DC: Batman – Hush Vol. 1
U.S. Price: $15.99
DC Comics presents classic adventures in a whole new way: in black and white, on heavy stock suitable for coloring! This title collects the opening chapters of “Batman: Hush,...
Coloring DC: Batman – Hush Vol. 1
U.S. Price: $15.99
DC Comics presents classic adventures in a whole new way: in black and white, on heavy stock suitable for coloring! This title collects the opening chapters of “Batman: Hush,...
- 3/2/2016
- by Michael Connally
- LRMonline.com
Superman/Wonder Woman #25
Story By
Peter J. Tomasi
Art By
Doug Mahnke, Jaime Mendoza, Jonathan Glapion, Scott Hanna
Colors By
Wil Quintana
Letters By
Rob Leigh
Cover By
Ed Benes, Wil Quintana, Aaron Lopresti
Publisher
DC Comics
Synopsis:
A severely injured Superman is need of healing, can Wonder Woman convince the Greek Gods to save him?
Review:
“Superman/Wonder Woman #25” picks up where “Action Comics #48” left off, with Superman severely hurt and in dire need of healing. This is where Wonder Woman comes into play, as she brings him before her fellow gods in hopes they can heal him. Cool, in theory, but soon everything sort of becomes cliché, and writer Peter J. Tomasi kind of just phones it in. We get Greek gods Artemis, Strife, Hephaestus and Eros to essentially “test’ Superman’s will and see if he’s worthy of being healed by them. The concept itself is...
Story By
Peter J. Tomasi
Art By
Doug Mahnke, Jaime Mendoza, Jonathan Glapion, Scott Hanna
Colors By
Wil Quintana
Letters By
Rob Leigh
Cover By
Ed Benes, Wil Quintana, Aaron Lopresti
Publisher
DC Comics
Synopsis:
A severely injured Superman is need of healing, can Wonder Woman convince the Greek Gods to save him?
Review:
“Superman/Wonder Woman #25” picks up where “Action Comics #48” left off, with Superman severely hurt and in dire need of healing. This is where Wonder Woman comes into play, as she brings him before her fellow gods in hopes they can heal him. Cool, in theory, but soon everything sort of becomes cliché, and writer Peter J. Tomasi kind of just phones it in. We get Greek gods Artemis, Strife, Hephaestus and Eros to essentially “test’ Superman’s will and see if he’s worthy of being healed by them. The concept itself is...
- 2/26/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
Take a look @ more DC Comics' variant covers, available March 2016, supporting director Zack Snyder's "Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice", including the works of illustrators Doug Mahnke, Dustin Nguyen, Tony Daniel, Aaron Kuder, Chris Nurnham, Matteo Scalera, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Moreno Dinisio, Duncan Fegredo, Tony Harris and Phil Jimenez:
"...on March 25, 2016, 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' will be taking over theaters all over the world, and also the March issues of DC Comics. The variants will feature artwork from some of the best artists DC has to offer including:
March 2: "Green Lantern" #50 variant by Doug Mahnke
March 2: "Batman Beyond" #10 variant by Dustin Nguyen
March 9: "New Suicide Squad" #18 variant by Tony Daniel
March 16: "Green Arrow" #50 variant by Aaron Kuder
March 23: "Deathstroke" #16 variant by Chris Burnham
March 16: "Justice League" #49 variant by Matteo Scalera
March 30: "Aquaman" #50 variant by Jose Luis Garcia...
"...on March 25, 2016, 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' will be taking over theaters all over the world, and also the March issues of DC Comics. The variants will feature artwork from some of the best artists DC has to offer including:
March 2: "Green Lantern" #50 variant by Doug Mahnke
March 2: "Batman Beyond" #10 variant by Dustin Nguyen
March 9: "New Suicide Squad" #18 variant by Tony Daniel
March 16: "Green Arrow" #50 variant by Aaron Kuder
March 23: "Deathstroke" #16 variant by Chris Burnham
March 16: "Justice League" #49 variant by Matteo Scalera
March 30: "Aquaman" #50 variant by Jose Luis Garcia...
- 2/23/2016
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
On March 25th, 2016, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will be taking over theaters all over the world, and also the March issues of DC Comics. The variants will feature artwork from some of the best artists DC has to offer, such as Tony Harris and Matteo Scalera. March 2: Green Lantern #50 variant by Doug Mahnke March 2: Batman Beyond #10 variant by Dustin Nguyen March 9: New Suicide Squad #18 variant by Tony Daniel March 16: Green Arrow #50 variant by Aaron Kuder March 23: Deathstroke #16 variant by Chris Burnham March 16: Justice League #49 variant by Matteo Scalera March 30: Aquaman #50 variant by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez & Moreno Dinisio March 30: The Flash #50 variant by Duncan Fegredo March 23: Harley Quinn #26 variant by Tony Harris March 23: Teen Titans #18 variant by Phil Jimenez Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice hits theaters everywhere March 25th, 2016. Fearing the actions of a god-like super hero left unchecked,...
- 2/23/2016
- ComicBookMovie.com
On March 25th, 2016, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will be taking over theaters all over the world, including the March issues for DC Comics. The variant covers will feature art from some of the best artists from DC Comics, such as Tony Harris and Matteo Scalera. Take a look below at the variant covers and let us know which is your favorite! March 2: Green Lantern #50 variant by Doug Mahnke March 2: Batman Beyond #10 variant by Dustin Nguyen March 9: New Suicide Squad #18 variant by Tony Daniel March 16: Green Arrow #50 variant by Aaron Kuder March 23: Deathstroke #16 variant by Chris Burnham March 16: Justice League #49 variant by Matteo Scalera March 30: Aquaman #50 variant by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez & Moreno Dinisio March 30: The Flash #50 variant by Duncan Fegredo March 23: Harley Quinn #26 variant by Tony Harris March 23: Teen Titans #18 variant by Phil Jimenez Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice...
- 2/23/2016
- ComicBookMovie.com
Final Crisis #1-7 (2008-2009)
Written by Grant MorrisonPenciled by J.G. Jones, Marco Rudy, Doug Mahnke, Carlos Pacheco
Inked by Jesus Merino, Christian Alamy and others
Colored by Alex Sinclair, Pete Pantazis, Tony Avila
Published by DC Comics
On the surface, the title of Final Crisis feels like a misnomer. How can there even be a “final” crisis? There will always be a DC Universe, there will always be earth-shattering dangers, and there will always be heroes to ensure the end is never really the end. But the strength of Final Crisis lies in that it recognizes this, and uses this fact as the crux of the entire event: the promotional tagline was, after all, “Heroes die. Legends live forever.” The characters and stories of the DC Universe are timeless, never-ending, and very much alive in the way that language can be said to be alive. It’s from this angle...
Written by Grant MorrisonPenciled by J.G. Jones, Marco Rudy, Doug Mahnke, Carlos Pacheco
Inked by Jesus Merino, Christian Alamy and others
Colored by Alex Sinclair, Pete Pantazis, Tony Avila
Published by DC Comics
On the surface, the title of Final Crisis feels like a misnomer. How can there even be a “final” crisis? There will always be a DC Universe, there will always be earth-shattering dangers, and there will always be heroes to ensure the end is never really the end. But the strength of Final Crisis lies in that it recognizes this, and uses this fact as the crux of the entire event: the promotional tagline was, after all, “Heroes die. Legends live forever.” The characters and stories of the DC Universe are timeless, never-ending, and very much alive in the way that language can be said to be alive. It’s from this angle...
- 6/30/2015
- by Luke Dorian Blackwood
- SoundOnSight
2015 has been quite the eclectic year for comics, and this fact is reflected in our top ten list. Image Comics continues to be the true house of ideas with books ranging from a feminist twist on exploitation films to a murder mystery set in 1940s Hollywood and even a Lgbtq-friendly parody of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Even though they are in the middle of big events (Convergence and Secret Wars), DC and Marvel respectively still have room for offbeat takes on their iconic or not so iconic characters and are represented on this list along with Valiant, which has attracted a veritable Murderer’s Row of creator to shape and develop their shared universe.
Here are the top ten comics of 2015 so far.
10. Wytches (Image)
Wytches #4-6
Written by Scott Snyder
Art by Jock
Colors by Matt Hollingsworth
Wytches is without a doubt the best new horror comic of the year.
Here are the top ten comics of 2015 so far.
10. Wytches (Image)
Wytches #4-6
Written by Scott Snyder
Art by Jock
Colors by Matt Hollingsworth
Wytches is without a doubt the best new horror comic of the year.
- 6/1/2015
- by Staff
- SoundOnSight
Welcome to the new column “Comics Issues” where two Sound on Sight writers debate a important or controversial comics industry topic. First up, we discuss whether the DC New 52 was a successful initiative or not. Feel free to post your opinion in the comments below.
Pro: “The DC Comics New 52 was successful.”
Overall, I think the New 52 was a successful initiative for DC Comics. The new #1’s attracted a lot of new readers (including yours truly) and made titles like Action Comics and Batman, which seemed inaccessible with issue numbers in the three digits. Speaking of Batman, the New 52 has been a time of creative renaissance for the character and his family of titles from Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s soon to be legendary run on the title to artistically interesting books like Gotham Academy and Grayson. Other highlights of the New 52, include Grant Morrison’s metafictional event comic...
Pro: “The DC Comics New 52 was successful.”
Overall, I think the New 52 was a successful initiative for DC Comics. The new #1’s attracted a lot of new readers (including yours truly) and made titles like Action Comics and Batman, which seemed inaccessible with issue numbers in the three digits. Speaking of Batman, the New 52 has been a time of creative renaissance for the character and his family of titles from Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s soon to be legendary run on the title to artistically interesting books like Gotham Academy and Grayson. Other highlights of the New 52, include Grant Morrison’s metafictional event comic...
- 5/17/2015
- by Staff
- SoundOnSight
The Multiversity – Ultra Comics #1
Written by: Grant Morrison
Art by: Doug Mahnke
Published by: DC Comics
Ultra Comics is unlike anything you’ve ever read before. This is Morrison at his finest! Breaking the fourth wall, being as meta as a comic book can be, and being downright puzzling unless you read the entire story from start to finish. If you’ve been following Morrison’s epic saga of exploring the DC Multiverse as seen in it’s 80-page entirety in Multiversity Guidebook, you’ll see this particular tale is set on Earth 33 otherwise known as “Our Earth.” Yes! The readers, from all over, are involved in the plot and the threat Ultraman must stop. The issue opens with Ultraman looking fearful and worrisome proclaiming that “We’re back!” not in the, this is a part of a continuation and we’ve finally returned “we’re back!” the true answer lies 38 pages into our future.
Written by: Grant Morrison
Art by: Doug Mahnke
Published by: DC Comics
Ultra Comics is unlike anything you’ve ever read before. This is Morrison at his finest! Breaking the fourth wall, being as meta as a comic book can be, and being downright puzzling unless you read the entire story from start to finish. If you’ve been following Morrison’s epic saga of exploring the DC Multiverse as seen in it’s 80-page entirety in Multiversity Guidebook, you’ll see this particular tale is set on Earth 33 otherwise known as “Our Earth.” Yes! The readers, from all over, are involved in the plot and the threat Ultraman must stop. The issue opens with Ultraman looking fearful and worrisome proclaiming that “We’re back!” not in the, this is a part of a continuation and we’ve finally returned “we’re back!” the true answer lies 38 pages into our future.
- 3/25/2015
- by Terrence Sage
- SoundOnSight
It’s no surprise that after recent events, Superman and Wonder Woman are cautious about the appearance of the new hero who calls himself Wonderstar. But this mysterious hero seems to be asking for nothing more than their guidance in dealing with his strange, erratic powers – and for their help in protecting his loved ones and his secret identity! The only problem is that his past is a blank slate. He doesn’t know who he is, where he comes from – or why is feels a strange connection to the Man of Steel and the Amazon Warrior! Superman/Wonder Woman #14 Written by Peter J. Tomasi Pencils & Cover by Doug Mahnke...
- 12/23/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Welcome the new creative team of writer Peter J. Tomasi (Batman And Robin) and Doug Mahnke (Justice League)! The unity between Superman and Wonder Woman will be tested as never before as a mysterious group of villains make their New 52 debut – but first, Atomic Skull and Major Disaster cause trouble for our favorite heroic couple! Superman/Wonder Woman #13 Written by Peter J. Tomasi Pencils & Cover by Doug Mahnke...
- 11/17/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
January 2015 will see the continuation of DC's themed variant months, and to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Scarlet Speedster, the Flash will be making his way onto 22 one-sheets. The publisher has gathered some great talent to create homages of famous DC covers, so check out the unveiled variants so far below, with more updates soon to come. (Source: Comic Vine) Action Comics #38 by Dave Johnson. The Flash #39 by Howard Porter. Harley Quinn #14 by Bruce Timm. Teen Titans #6 by Mike Allred. (Source: HitFix) Batman #38 by Tony S. Daniel. Green Lantern #38 by Doug Mahnke. Sinestro #9 by Ethan Van Sciver. Wonder Woman #38 by Terry Dodson. (Source: Comic Book Resources) Batman and Robin #38 by Dave Bullock. Catwoman #38 by Ty Templeton. Green Lantern Corps #38 by Bill Sienkiewicz. Justice League #38 by Tony Harris. (Source: Newsarama) Grayson #6 by Jock. Justice League United #8 by Karl Kerschl. Supergirl #38 by Michael Oeming. Superman #38 by Kevin Nowlan. (Source: IGN) Aquaman #38 by Steve Rude.
- 10/17/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Sneak Peek DC Comics' "Justice League" #34, available October 1, 2014, written by Geoff Johns and illustrated by Doug Mahnke, Keith Champagne, with covers by Ethan Van Sciver, Dale Eaglesham and Rags Morales:
"...paranoid survivalist. Wanted fugitive. Damned soul. Meet the newest member of the 'Justice League': 'Jessica Cruz', a.k.a. 'Power Ring'. With the most dangerous weapon in the universe in her possession, Jessica has been transformed into a dark prophet - one who will force the other members of the League to confront their greatest fears in preparation for a horrific new threat.
"Meanwhile, 'Batman' and 'Lex Luthor' continue their mission to cure the world of super-villains - but will the extremes they're willing to go to threaten even their closest allies ?..."
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"...paranoid survivalist. Wanted fugitive. Damned soul. Meet the newest member of the 'Justice League': 'Jessica Cruz', a.k.a. 'Power Ring'. With the most dangerous weapon in the universe in her possession, Jessica has been transformed into a dark prophet - one who will force the other members of the League to confront their greatest fears in preparation for a horrific new threat.
"Meanwhile, 'Batman' and 'Lex Luthor' continue their mission to cure the world of super-villains - but will the extremes they're willing to go to threaten even their closest allies ?..."
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- 10/1/2014
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
DC Comics’ massive Universe-wide event Forever Evil was way too large to amass in one volume. The story continues in the graphic novel Justice League Volume 5: Forever Heroes. It collects issues 24 through 29 of the dramatic action-packed monthly series.
Dick Grayson and a band of super heroes come against the Crime Syndicate when it appears the Justice League has been eradicated by Ultraman and his group of evil doppelgangers. However, Owlman has ulterior motives for Batman's former sidekick and wants Nightwing alive.
Cyborg is one of the last remaining Justice League members ready to do battle and needs to recruit some fresh soldiers for his army. After being upgraded by his father, the cybernetic warrior turns to the only group he is sure can defeat Ultraman and his gang. Will the Metal Men join him in his crusade against Earth's malevolent enemy of the hour? Geoff Johns pens the...
Dick Grayson and a band of super heroes come against the Crime Syndicate when it appears the Justice League has been eradicated by Ultraman and his group of evil doppelgangers. However, Owlman has ulterior motives for Batman's former sidekick and wants Nightwing alive.
Cyborg is one of the last remaining Justice League members ready to do battle and needs to recruit some fresh soldiers for his army. After being upgraded by his father, the cybernetic warrior turns to the only group he is sure can defeat Ultraman and his gang. Will the Metal Men join him in his crusade against Earth's malevolent enemy of the hour? Geoff Johns pens the...
- 9/3/2014
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
Lex Luthor continues his acclimation to his life as a one of the world’s greatest heroes as they search for the mysterious power threatening to unravel our world. But are his sights really set on the Dark Knight? And are the Dark Knight’s set on him? Plus, someone else is targeting Luthor and his new allies – a man who believes he is Luthor’s superior in every way...and he may be right! Here comes The Chief and his treacherous Doom Patrol to The New 52! Justice League #32 Written by Geoff Johns Pencils by Doug Mahnke Cover by Ivan Reis...
- 7/28/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Paranoid survivalist. Wanted fugitive. Damned soul. Meet the newest member of the Justice League: Jessica Cruz, a.k.a. Power Ring! With the most dangerous weapon in the universe in her possession, Jessica has been transformed into a dark prophet – one who will force the other members of the League to confront their greatest fears in preparation for a horrific new threat. Meanwhile, Batman and Lex Luthor continue their mission to cure the world of super-villains – but will the extremes they’re willing to go to threaten even their closest allies? Lex hopes so. Justice League #30 Written by Geoff Johns Pencils by Doug Mahnke Cover by Ethan Van Sciver...
- 5/20/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
I know what you're thinking after reading the title of this article. "Another bunch of character backstories we've already heard a thousand times?" Truth be told, I thought the same thing when Secret Origins Issue #1 arrived on my doorstep. How many different ways can the same tales be told in a different way?
Secret Origins Issue #1 gives the roots of Superman, Robin, and Supergirl. On the surface, they're the very same accounts we've all grown up with. All the same elements are present. However, little details are added here and there. I found some acceptable and others undesirable and bothersome.
I don't want to give away any spoilers, but one example of change for the sake of change is certain characters are given different backgrounds than what we've come to know and accept. The destinies of Jonathan and Martha Kent upset me more than anything. Let me give you a...
Secret Origins Issue #1 gives the roots of Superman, Robin, and Supergirl. On the surface, they're the very same accounts we've all grown up with. All the same elements are present. However, little details are added here and there. I found some acceptable and others undesirable and bothersome.
I don't want to give away any spoilers, but one example of change for the sake of change is certain characters are given different backgrounds than what we've come to know and accept. The destinies of Jonathan and Martha Kent upset me more than anything. Let me give you a...
- 4/26/2014
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
The Crime Syndicate couldn’t kill him, but will Grid destroy him? Cyborg heads directly for the Syndicate with the Metal Men at his side. But can Vic Stone stop his cybernetic half? And how will this battle against the most brutal and evil beings in the universe change Cyborg and the Justice League? Justice League #29 Written by Geoff Johns Pencils by Doug Mahnke Cover by Ivan Reis...
- 4/15/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Batman and Robin has always been a book about the strained-yet-perfect pairing of the most legendary crime fighting duo in the comic world. Batman and Robin Annual #2 captures the essence of the relationship the Dark Knight has with all the partners he's worked with over the years that wore the red, yellow, and green costume. It serves as a tribute to the first man to don the outfit as well as the last, Damian Wayne.
While doing some cleaning, Alfred and Bruce Wayne come across an unopened box left by Damian Wayne. A note is attached to the package stating its contents are payback for having to listen to Dick Grayson's long drawn-out story about his first week as Robin. Bruce asks Dick to come to the Manor so they can open the box together. Upon seeing it, Grayson recalls the story he told Damian and shares it with Bruce.
While doing some cleaning, Alfred and Bruce Wayne come across an unopened box left by Damian Wayne. A note is attached to the package stating its contents are payback for having to listen to Dick Grayson's long drawn-out story about his first week as Robin. Bruce asks Dick to come to the Manor so they can open the box together. Upon seeing it, Grayson recalls the story he told Damian and shares it with Bruce.
- 2/7/2014
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
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