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The Ultimates #21 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 21st issue of The Ultimates from Marvel Comics!
BLACK PANTHER: INTERGALACTIC #3 (MARVEL COMICS)
Space is a complicated place.
Emperor T’Challa of the Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda has wound up on a mysterious planet. He is crossing paths with hybrid versions of himself and others from the MCU. Shuri and a young boy named Femi have not arrived on the same planet. The first being they see? A hybrid of T’Challa and the Juggernaut!
BLACK PANTHER 60TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
In July of 1966, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby welcomed readers to the world of the Black Panther in the pages of Fantastic Four #52.
Since then, the adventures of King T’Challa & the nation of Wakanda have carved out an untouchable legacy. From being a force in the Marvel Comics Universe to a key character to the success of the MCU films, the impact made by the Black Panther is undeniable.
DAREDEVIL & PUNISHER: THE DEVIL’S TRIGGER #4 (MARVEL COMICS)
Daredevil and the Punisher agree to a meeting to talk about working together. However, their enemies have other plans for the two. Can the two work together as a team to overcome the threat? Also, who is the puppet master pulling the strings from the shadows?
UNCANNY X-MEN #24 (MARVEL COMICS)
Something wicked this way comes for the X-Men!
While the team is confront Gambit about his mystic curse, visitors crash the party! The Legion of Monsters have arrived in New Orleans. They want the city as their own. Diplomacy isn’t an option here. The X-Men are happy to oblige a good fight.
The Amazing Spider-Man #22 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 22nd issue of The Amazing Spider-Man from Marvel Comics!
FANTASTIC FOUR #8 (MARVEL COMICS)
The Eater of Worlds has called for Susan Storm!
With someone that powerful calling for help, it doesn’t fall on deaf ears. Marvel’s first family heads into space to find out the cause of such an action. What they find at the end of their search is somehting no one is ready for!
DEADLY HANDS OF K’UN-LUN #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
Lin Feng wants the Seven Heavenly Cities!
He is not alone in his venture. What does a god of Mischef have to do with a power struggle in K’UN-LUN? Lin Lie looks to find out and stop them. This isn’t going to be easy. He’s going to need some help.
ULTIMATE X-MEN #24 (MARVEL COMICS)
It is tie to say goodbye to the Ultimate Children of the Atom.
Hisako (Armor) is gone after the encounter with the Shadow King. MEI IGARASHI (MAYSTORM) refuse to believe she is dead. Makoto Amano has all but confirmed this notion to be true. With time slipping further away, the search for the truth is on.
Star Wars: Jar Jar #1 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the FIRST issue of Star Wars: Jar Jar from Marvel Comics!
MARC SPECTOR: MOON KNIGHT #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
There are certain actions you don’t want to take.
Spitting in the wind. Tugging on a Superhero’s cape.
Kidnapping Marc Spector has to be pretty high on that list. Someone has done just that. Who is crazy enough to try keeping MOON KNIGHT a prisoner against his will.
PLANET SHE-HULK #4 (MARVEL COMICS)
Say it ain’t so!
Jack of Hearts is back?! Korven Blackjaw has dug deep to take his attack to Jen Walters. After his bride was murdered, Korven took action and proclaimed himself as the planet’s new king. With Quade’s trial fast approaching, Jack is working for Korven on prosecuting his rival for the fate of Sakaar. All’s fair in love and trail, right?
ULTIMATE WOLVERINE #14 (MARVEL COMICS)
With Endgame looming, Wolverine has some unfinished business to deal with.
After dealing with the Rasputins, he has helped Jean Grey stay alive. In his travels to find her medication. Something has gotten his attention. Mutants are missing. It’s looking more and more like one person is behind it. The hunt for Magik is on!
UNCANNY X-MEN #23 (MARVEL COMICS)
The heavy cost of a deal.
When Rogue, Gambit & Wolverine confronted Sadurang way back in issue #1, there was a cost to ending the conflict. Gambit took the Left Eye of Agamotto. The bargain was no attacks for a year and the eye would be returned. The dragon warned of the dangers of his actions. It’s too bad Gambit never listened.
NOVA: CENTURION #4 (MARVEL COMICS)
New day, new dollar.
That’s the motto for one Richard Rider. The last of the Nova Corps is finding out the superhero business is costly. The Xandarian Worldmind, which gives him his powers, needs constant replenishment. It’s not a cheap service.
ULTIMATE ENDGAME #2 (Marvel Comics)
Everything has built to this point! The Maker has been banished away after creating a new Ultimate universe, and now he’s on his way back! So just how are our heroes going to stop The Maker and save the universe?
The Amazing Spider-Man #21 (Marvel Comics)
Peter Parker is still missing! He’s been sent away from Earth & to another part of the galaxy. In Peter’s absence none other than Norman Osborne has stepped up to fill in the role of Spider-Man! So just how will Norman & the other Spiders handle Hobgoblin?
LOGAN: BLACK, WHITE & BLOOD #2 (MARVEL COMICS)
The violent past of James Howlett continues onward.
With the “Black, White & Blood” series, creators are unleashing the beloved character in new ways. It’s a perfect for Wolverine to do what he does best. Considering the trail he has left over the years, there’s no telling how far his legacy has reached.
IRON MAN #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
Tony Stark.
Trying to define the man behind the armor is difficult. Exceptional Genuis. Unapologetic Hero. The list goes on and on.
Who would have thought all those years ago when he built a make shift armor that he would evolve to the Avenger he is today. It begs the question of who is the real walking weapon” Iron Man or Tony Stark? A new creative team looks to explore that and knowing their track record, it’s time for some action!
PLANET SHE-HULK #3 (MARVEL COMICS)
Can anything go Jen Walters way?
While watching Sakaar in her cousin’s absence, she’s dealt with wedding, murders and unhealthy alliances. The Thousand Eyes are pulling some strings which is leading to more chaos in the streets. Did we forget about the giant Wildebot roaming the city streets? Yeah…