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INGLORIOUS X-FORCE #2 (MARVEL COMICS)
Save Kamala Khan, Save The Future!
That is the driving reason behind Cable and the latest incarnation of X-Force. One of the recruited members is responsible for killing Khan when she becomes President. Nathan Summers doesn’t know who it is but he will find out!
THE MORTAL THOR #7 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 7th issue of The Mortal Thor from Marvel Comics!
IRON MAN #2 (MARVEL COMICS)
Tony Stark is the world’s most dangerous weapon.
That philosophy is fueling Madame Masque. The new face of A.I.M. has been searching for the next Tony Stark. She’s targeted and tested possible candidates nominated for his award of achievement. No one is safe. Not even Tony from himself!
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!
VOID RIVALS #27 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
The Quintesson War continues and heats up even more. The Quintesson’s have had early success in their battles with the Aggorians and Zertonians, but that success may be starting to wane. When the pressure is put on the Quintesson’s, how will they respond?
TEMPORAL #5 (Mad Cave Studios)
It’s the end of the road for Savannah and her family
The latest time heist went sideways. A stolen artifact has begun a dangerous anomaly to begin. Two Earths look to crash into each other. There’s no way out!
30 DAYS OF NIGHT: FALLING SUN #3 (IDW Publishing)
The final stand for the people of Barrow is upon us. As the Vampires close in on them and force a final showdown, how will the people survive? Things are a lot worse for Jalen as the gang from L.A have also made their way to Barrow as well.
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!
EXORCISM ISLAND #5 (COMIXOLOGY ORIGINALS)
The Island has become overrun by the possessed and the Priests must resort to desperate measures just to survive. Can the Priests figure out a way to keep the evil on the Island? But the better question is, can they keep their souls no matter what the outcome?
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.
WOLVERINE: WEAPONS OF ARMAGEDDON #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
It’s time to get ready for Armageddon but should you get ready to head down to the comic shop and check it out?
EXQUISITE CORPSES #10 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
The field narrows even more, and alliances are born and die at the same time. Will Laura and the other townspeople continue to survive the night? More importantly, what family’s killer will win the tournament?
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #1 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Ivy Munroe has made it to New York City as a new model for the Surface Modeling Agency. This should be a dream come true; however, a dark cursed cloud hovers over her head. When predators of the industry are the least of your worries, you are in some serious trouble.
FLORIDA HIPPOPOTAMUS COCAINE MASSACRE #1 (Mad Cave Studios)
A drug lord owns an animal themed amusement park called Disco-Hippo Wonderland. As the feds close in on him, he must make some desperate moves to escape the long arm of the law. However, his actions will set off a domino effect that no one could ever see coming.
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #17 (DC COMICS)
Gotham City is seeing green these days.
Ark-M has been the home of some of the most dangerous individuals in the Absolute Universe. One of which is Dr. Pamela Isley. The doctor has vengeance on her mind. This is a version of the Batman rogue that might be more deadlier than her DCU counterpart. Is that even possible? Only one way to find out!
WOLVERINE #16 (MARVEL COMICS)
Wolverine and Silver Sable have been compromised as Alpha Flight on behalf of Department H has taken them down and captured most of the Morlocks. Has Wolverine finally met his match, and has Department H finally captured Wolverine for good?
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.
BARBARIC: THE LONG DEATH #2 (VAULT COMICs)
What have Owen and company gotten themselves into now?
Soren’s powers have caused a return visit home. The witch needs to find answers and fast. Orrick and the Black Knight are waiting to welcome Owen and Axe into death. Somehow, this isn’t going to end in a peaceful discussion.
WONDER WOMAN #30 (DC COMICS)
No good deed ever goes unpunished in some fashion.
Diana of Themyscira needed a moment to reset after recent events. Nubia, Cassie Sandsmark, Yara Flor & Donna Troy become the babysitters of baby Elizabeth. This should have been a easy day for all parties involved. No one factored Eris in crashing the party. Her influence causes major rifts between the responsible parties.