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Comic Reviews

LOGAN: BLACK, WHITE & BLOOD #1 (MARVEL COMICS)

James Howlett. Weapon X. Wolverine.

Marvel’s uncontrollable force has made quite a reputation for himself. His legacy of violence is terrifying. The trail of bodies in his wake is mind-numbing. No matter what the era, LOGAN has left his mark for better or for worse. To see this in its’ truest form, Marvel is letting top level creative teams bring this to life under it’s “Black, White and Blood” banner. It’s SNIKT time!

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WONDER WOMAN: BLACK AND GOLD 2026 SPECIAL #1 (DC COMICS)

The legacy of Diana of Themyscira is unparalleled.

In 2021, a new series ran that celebrated her 80th anniversary. The six issue “Black and Gold” anthology welcomed various creators to craft stories around the Amazon Warrior. Using the color scheme of her Lasso of Truth under the “Black and White” brand, the series was a smash hit with fans. Many have waited to see more Wonder Woman stories told in this fashion. The wait is finally over in 2026.

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G.I. JOE #17 (IMAGE COMICS/SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT)

It’s the end of the road for Cobra Commander…or is it?

The failed assassination attempt orchestrated by Destro has led the COBRA leader to find unlikely help. Unlikely is an understatement. The help is in the form of DUKE! It resulted in new directions for the pair. Duke has reunited with his team and looks to bring in the Commander. They have competition in the Dreadnoks, who look to fulfill their deal. Who will be left standing in the end?

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C.O.R.T. (Children Of The Round Table) #5 (DC COMICS)

Time is running out on saving Connor’s grandmother!

When a group of young kids come across magical weapons, their lives are turned upside down. They now have their destiny changed forever. The weapons represent the Knights of The Round Table. With Mordred looking to get those weapons, the kids are on the run. Marnie buys them time to escape. Merlin helps them escape to Camelot. Knowing his grandmother is in danger, Connor wants to go back and save her. Can they train fast enough to pull this off?

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BATMAN AND ROBIN #29 (DC COMICS)

For Arnold Wesker, you can’t escape your past.

After thinking he was cured, Wesker has tried moving forward with his life. This hasn’t stopped the Quiet Man from looking for him for revenge. The mysterious figure has been tearing through Gotham on his path of vengeance. Penguin, Two-Face and the Dynamic Duo have all struggled to slow him down. In the process, Wesker’s fate takes another turn.

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MEDIEVAL #3 (COMIXOLOGY ORIGINALS)

Is royalty ready for Danny Landau?

One minute, Landau is watching the Yankees with Gina Rabinowitz. The next, he’s waking up from being hit by a ball in medieval times!

He’s adapted to his new surroundings with a style all his own. One thing has always stayed by his side: the thought of reuniting with Gina

His search has steered him in the right direction. Unfortunately for Landau, Gina has met someone new during their time apart. His name is King Arthur.

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DC K.O.: KNIGHTFIGHT #3 (DC COMICS)

Even in defeat, Batman finds a way to win.

During the “DC K.O.” tourney, The Dark Knight was eliminated by The Joker. His saga should have ended there. Implementing a failsafe, Batman wound up in a future imperfect. Dick Grayson became Batman. Robins were a unit more than any sidekick. Bruce Wayne was insane. After defeating Grayson, Bruce Wayne was moved to a Gotham ran by Jason Todd, otherwise known as Batman.

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ABSOLUTE BATMAN : ARK M Special #1 (DC COMICS)

Arkham Asylum

A fixture of Gotham City for decades. The home of the criminally insane. Its’ reputation has been one of housing the most dangerous and corrupt. That isn’t always the patients. It is a place many of Batman’s rogue wind up residing in after an encounter with the Dark Knight.

In the Absolute Universe, it has taken on a whole other life of its own. The work being conducted there is not any plans of rehabilitation. It is more of fear and control. Waylon Jones and Bane are notable names attached to the devious place. How did this all come to be?

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INFERNO GIRL RED: BOOK TWO #2 (IMAGE COMICS/MASSIVE-VERSE)

Disaster is heading to Apex City!

Cássia Costa is trying to adjust to life-post her mother’s disappearance with the encounter with the Griffin. With a new mentor guiding her path, the future is one that sees her ready to take the next step to finding her mom. Plans look to be derailed on that front due to a warning of extreme danger.

Silvio and Slyvia Moretti have taken over broadcasts with a decree. They are planting fear and distrust into the public. This doesn’t bode well for Costa’s mission. Something has to give here.

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BATMAN #5 (DC COMICS)

Dr. Annika Zeller has been drawing unwanted attention.

Her work on the Crown of Storms is extraordinary. With great success comes greater problems. Certain people don’t want to see her progress further with her work. Even on a night out, Zeller is a walking target.

Lucky for her that an apparent date might be able to step in to intervene. That person’s name is Bruce Wayne.

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BATGIRL #15 (DC COMICS)

Cassandra Cain is on a path of vengeance.

Being the daughter of Lady Shiva, Cain is accustomed to handling herself in a fight. The Unburied are advancing in their plans. Samsara is their prime target. This has led to a recruitment by Nyssa al Ghul to join her war. This doesn’t sit well with Cain, who has revenge on her mind.

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JSA #15 (DC COMICS)

Greatness is never born overnight.

In the case of the JSA, this couldn’t be more true. A murder in Gotham in 1940 would become the catalyst for drawing unlikely heroes together for a common cause. The Fifth Columnists are keeping Atom and Wonder Woman’s hands full. Sandman and Hourman are in deep trouble. Jay Garrick and Alan Scott might be able to work together but what about Jim Corrigan?

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RADIANT BLACK #39 (IMAGE COMICS/MASSIVE-VERSE)

Welcome to the new world order.

In the wake of the Catalyst War, Chicago has changed forever. The involvement of the Franklin Group has only escalated events even further. Jack Marlow has plans to take down any threat on his vision. This includes introducing HORIZON into the tense landscape. A “Hero” that has the public backing them. Something Marshall Ward would do anything for.

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ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #15 (DC COMICS)

At last, two good souls in a dark world finally cross paths.

Since its’ inception, fans have wondered when the heroes of the Absolute Universe would finally meet. Their patience was tested but n answer came at San Diego Comic Con 2025. During a panel, Scott Snyder announced that ABSOLUE BATMAN would meet ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN in a future crossover event.

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G.I. JOE #16 (IMAGE COMICS/SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT)

What a mess Duke has walked into.

While taking time away from G.I. Joe, he stumbles on an assassination attempt on Cobra Commander. The culprit: his own enforcer Ripper! There is plenty of bad blood between the Commander and Ripper’s crew, The Dreadnoks. Duke made a choice to save the Cobra leader because it’ the right thing to do. No good deed ever goes unpunished.

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