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Comic Reviews
Amazing Spider-Man/Venom: Death Spiral #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 Amazing Spider-Man/Venom: Death Spiral #1 from Marvel Comics!
THE FLASH #30 (DC COMICS)
Wally West is in a race against not only time, but the Speed Force itself!
Bart Allen’s attempt to stop Darkseid form ascending into his current form backfired badly. This resulted in a time-travel trainwreck of epic proportions. Darkseid has enjoyed watching this unfold and looks to put the nail in the Flash legacy coffin once and for all!
Tomb Raider: Sacred Artifacts #2 (Dark Horse Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 2nd issue of Tomb Raider: Sacred Artifacts from Dark Horse Comics!
DETECTIVE COMICS #1106 (DC COMICS)
A city is scared of a bat no more!
The Lion unleashed a deadly virus attack on Gotham City. One of its’ first victims was Batman himself. Eliminating fear from someone isn’t everything it’s told to be true. The virus leads to some dangerous choice and fatal endings. Batman is trying to find a cure at all costs.
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #16 (Dc Comics)
A traitor walks amongst “The Terrific Ten”!
As Mr. Terrific leads a time-displaced squad of heroes into Hell itself, the devilish landscape seems to have corrupted another good soul. Neron’s manipulations appear to have succeeded where others have failed. With no one able to help, Terrific must go this alone. The lives of millions rest on his shoulders.
WRESTLE HEIST #3 (IMAGE COMICS)
Our group of wrestling robbers is preparing for the heist of the century. As they pause for a minute to reflect on how thankful they are for each other, descent may be brewing. Will the heist happen or will it get thwarted before it even starts?
THE PUNISHER #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
Picking up right where Punisher: Red Band left off, Frank Castle is not at 100% and is fading in and out due to his head injury. Due to the massive fallout from that series, there is also a power vacuum and unfortunately for NYC there is someone who is ready to grab the reigns.
SPIDER-MAN & WOLVERINE #10 (marvel comics)
After returning to the 616 from a Parallel Universe, Peter & Logan find themselves in Vancouver so Logan can reconnect with his love Mariko. But Logan’s love life isn’t the only thing that may go up in smoke, as Arachnix has found his way to Earth-616 as well. Will Logan reclaim Mariko or will Arachnix finish the job and take out both Peter & Logan?
ABSOLUTE MARTIAN MANHUNTER #9 (DC COMICS)
The devil on John Jones shoulder.
After a falling out with his Martian partner, Jones has linked up with a darker force. Despair-The-Zero has been the voice in John’s ear. It may not be the one Jones needs to help put his life back together. This is a time where the tables are turned.
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?