Spiral Comics Logo

‘First Impressions’ Category

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 From today’s explosive action to a previously unpublished tale illustrated by the legendary Curt Swan to the Man of Tomorrow’s future-this very special, oversized issue presents the best of the best in Superman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 […]

First Impression: ANNIHILATION: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION VOL 01

by Glenn Snow | January 13th, 2018
ANNIHILATION: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION VOL 01

This is the cosmic epic that spawned the modern-day Guardians of the Galaxy. Tons of characters you’ll recognize just from having seen the two Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movies! “The explosive outer-space epic that revitalized Marvel’s cosmos. Drax the Destroyer gets a new look, a fresh purpose – and a surprising friend. But when Annihilus, lord of the Negative Zone, unleashes his monstrous Annihilation Wave on our universe, the galaxy’s greatest heroes – and some you might call villains – must brace for war. Annihilus’ opening salvo devastates the Nova Corps, and Richard Rider’s life is changed forever. Can he carry the Corps’ powerful Worldmind alone without going mad? Silver Surfer unites with his fellow heralds to protect Galactus, but […]

First Impression: ETERNITY GIRL [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | January 13th, 2018
ETERNITY GIRL [2018] #1 Comic Book Cover

DC’s Young Animal (DCYA) imprint is rebooting in drastically new directions this month. This mini-series introduces the newest character, Eternity Girl. “Caroline Sharp has been a lot of things, including both a superhero and a super-spy. But now, with those days behind her and her powers proving unreliable, Caroline finds herself stuck in a life weighed down by her depression and an inability to change. You see, Caroline is going to live forever, and there is no escape to be had. The very act of living reminds her that, to the rest of existence, she is an anomaly. All of that could change, however, when her old foe, Madame Atom, comes to her with an intriguing offer. Madame Atom can […]

First Impression: MARVEL’S ANT-MAN AND THE WASP PRELUDE [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | January 13th, 2018
MARVEL'S ANT-MAN AND THE WASP PRELUDE [2018] #1

Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) will want to check out this mini-series adapting the Ant-Man movie. Can’t wait for the next one! “SCOTT LANG’s life is a bit of a mess. But when he got out of jail (yeah, jail), he swore he’d to turn it all around. Go straight. Show his daughter and ex-wife he’s worthy of being a role model. But when a ‘last score’ lands him in HANK PYM’s size-changing suit, Scott finds himself in a brand-new role: as the ANT-MAN. Hank needs someone with Scott’s skills to stop DARREN CROSS from weaponizing his size-changing technology, and it’s going to take the team of Scott, Hank and HOPE (daughter of the original WASP) to save […]

First Impression: INFINITY 8 [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | January 13th, 2018
INFINITY 8 [2018] #1 Comic Book Cover

A new wild and pulpy science fiction mystery from Lion Forge! Looks great! “A city sized space cruiser runs into a field of debris between galaxies, and it is up to the ship’s top eight security agents to figure out how to circumnavigate it. Investigating eight different parallel timelines, the agents uncover multiple plots that together could spell the end of the ship’s massive interspecies population ?The debut of a far out, pulpy, sci fi series of parallel adventures in the tongue in cheek tradition of the original Heavy Metal, but for a new generation. ?Eight different 3 issue arcs explore each of the agents parallel investigations, each by a different creative team of the most popular creators in France: […]

First Impression: NEW MUTANTS: DEAD SOULS [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | January 13th, 2018
NEW MUTANTS: DEAD SOULS [2018] #1

The New Mutants get a new mini-series. This team, lead by Magic, is Wolfsbane, Rictor, Boom Boom, and Strong Guy. “THEY AREN’T JUST THE X-MEN IN TRAINING ANYMORE. The New Mutants are launching themselves headfirst into some of the creepiest corners of the Marvel Universe, going on the missions no one else will. But does the team know what they are really hunting for? And what are they willing to do to get it? The enigmatic MAGIK will lead her team of WOLFSBANE, RICTOR, BOOM-BOOM and STRONG GUY and bring them face-to-face with paranormal threats that they may not be prepared for, and that might just tear them apart. Rising-star writer Matthew Rosenberg (PHOENIX RESURRECTION) teams up with future superstars […]

First Impression: CROW: MEMENTO MORI [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | January 13th, 2018
CROW: MEMENTO MORI [2018] #1

A new Crow seeks holy vengeance against those who murdered him and his girlfriend. Fans of the cult classic film and its sequels will undoubtedly love this! “James O’Barr’s iconic character returns in an original story developed by Edizioni BD in collaboration with IDW. Follow David, the new Crow, through the streets of Rome, as he seeks holy vengeance against the terrorists that murdered him and his girlfriend. Each issue also includes a short story by Micol Beltramini and Angelo Mennillo.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: CROW