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First Impression: STAR TREK: DISCOVERY: SUCCESSION [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 13th, 2018
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Here’s another mini that ties into the new Star Trek: Discovery television series. “In this, the second Discovery miniseries from IDW Publishing, your favorite characters from the hit CBS All Access series dive into an adventure tied directly into the second half of the first season.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: STAR TREK

First Impression: BROTHERS DRACUL [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 12th, 2018
BROTHERS DRACUL [2018] #1

This new series explores a fictional boyhood history of Vlad the Impaler…better known in legend as Dracula! “The legend of Vlad the Impaler is the stuff of nightmares. The inspiration for the most iconic of monsters-Dracula-Vlad tortured and murdered thousands of victims. But what turned him into such a depraved killer? The truth lies in his teenage years, when Vlad and his brother Radu were held hostage by the Ottoman Empire. During this time, the brothers learned many things-archery, riding, the art of combat, matters of court…and how to stalk and slay vampires. From writer Cullen Bunn (DARK ARK, UNHOLY GRAIL, X-Men Blue, Deadpool, Venom) and artist Mirko Colak (UNHOLY GRAIL,The Punisher) comes a tale of brothers and blood that […]

First Impression: AVENGERS: SHARDS OF INFINITY [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 12th, 2018
AVENGERS: SHARDS OF INFINITY [2018] #1

Here’s a new little Avengers series capitalizing on the Infinity craze. “EARTH’S – AND THE MOON’S – MIGHTIEST HEROES? A new threat has emerged: An evil organization calling itself LUNAR has been secretly building a powerful weapon on the surface of the Earth’s moon. BLACK WIDOW infiltrates the group to uncover an even more startling revelation: Their weapon is powered by shards of the COSMIC CUBE. Legendary creators Ralph Macchio and Andrea Di Vito bring CAPTAIN AMERICA, BLACK PANTHER, THE FALCON and BLACK WIDOW together for a cosmic thrill ride you won’t want to miss – and new villains you won’t want to mess with. Rated T+” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: AVENGERS, MARVEL LEGACY (2017)

First Impression: ISOLA [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 12th, 2018
ISOLA [2018] #1 Comic Book Cover

This one could be a surprise hit. Two decades in the making…that’s some serious thought work going into this series!? The solicitation says “for fans of Studio Ghibli and the work of Hayao Miyazaki.” That’s some high expectations to live up to. Maybe you should check it out. “Childhood friends BRENDEN FLETCHER (MOTOR CRUSH) and Eisner Award-winning storyteller KARL KERSCHL (Gotham Academy) reunite on the comics page with a breathtaking fantasy adventure two decades in the making. The captain of the Royal Guard has fled the capital city with the Queen of Maar, suffering under the effects of an evil spell. Captain Rook’s only hope of returning Queen Olwyn to her throne and saving the kingdom from impending war lies […]

First Impression: CYBER SPECTRE [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 12th, 2018
CYBER SPECTRE [2018] #1

Here’s a pretty cool-looking sci-fi entry from Scout Comics…CYBER SPECTRE! “In a world run by super-computers and where the judicial system is purely digital, there is no human error, just a singular artificial intelligence that calculates the outcome of every possible crime. From murder to drug deals, the computer determines the fate of all humanity. But there’s a crime that seems to have slipped through the cracks – who or what is the Cyber Spectre? A special back-up feature, The Kromik, by Rich Emms and Carlos Zuniga rounds off this first issue.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: SCI-FI

First Impression: ACTION COMICS [2016] #1000

by Glenn Snow | February 12th, 2018
ACTION COMICS [2016] #1000

Here it is…a historic milestone for comic books with multiple variant covers. “Celebrate 1000 issues of Action Comics with an all-star lineup of top talent as they pay tribute to the comic that started it all. From today’s explosive action to a previously unpublished tale illustrated by the legendary Curt Swan to the Man of Tomorrow’s future-this very special, oversized issue presents the best of the best in Superman stories. FEATURING ALL-NEW ART AND STORIES BY: BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS JOHN CASSADAY OLIVIER COIPEL PAUL DINI JOSE LUIS GARCIA-LOPEZ PATRICK GLEASON BUTCH GUICE GEOFF JOHNS DAN JURGENS TOM KING JIM LEE CLAY MANN BRAD MELTZER JERRY ORDWAY TIM SALE LOUISE SIMONSON SCOTT SNYDER CURT SWAN PETER J. TOMASI MARV WOLFMAN …AND […]

First Impression: STAR WARS ADVENTURES ANNUAL 2018

by Glenn Snow | February 12th, 2018
STAR WARS ADVENTURES ANNUAL 2018

Here’s a cool-looking stand-alone Star Wars Adventures story from John Jackson Miller! Must have for SW fans! “With Leia injured, it’s up to Luke to undertake a sensitive diplomatic mission with the easily-irritated Sarkans. What should be a routine meeting soon turns into an action-packed adventure with the fate of the galaxy on the line.” Buy It Now Interested in Getting Started In STAR WARS comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: STAR WARS, STAR WARS (NEW CANON) (2014)

First Impression: CAPTAIN AMERICA [2018] #700

by Glenn Snow | February 12th, 2018
CAPTAIN AMERICA [2018] #700

While Action Comics turns #1000, Captain America is not to be outdone at #700. Wait, actually, that’s like 300 more issues of Action. Anyway, this OUT OF TIME storyline is pretty cool. “OUT OF TIME CONCLUSION. Cap is finally ‘OUT OF TIME’. Frozen in time, awakened in a decimated future and once again a man out of his era, there is only one way for Steve Rogers to restore order and rebuild civilization-and that’s to rule it as King Captain America. No dream, no hoax, no lie, this IS Cap and this IS happening, believe it or not. PLUS: Mark Waid delivers an untold tale from Captain America’s past, featuring the classic artwork of Jack Kirby. Rated T+” Buy It […]