This Blue Beetle article contains spoilers.
At the start of Blue Beetle’s second act, protagonist Jaime Reyes (Xolo Maridueña) asks an important question: “Who the hell was Blue Beetle?”
A lot of viewers wondered the same thing when the Warner Bros. movie came to theaters earlier this year and they’ll likely be asking it again now that the movie is streaming on Max. People don’t ask that same question of Superman, Batman, or Wonder Woman, but not because Blue Beetle is at best a C-lister in the DC Comics bullpen. Rather it’s because the man behind the Blue Beetle mask has changed several times since Charles Nicholas Wojtkoski debuted the character in 1939.
The big-screen adaptation introduces Blue Beetle as Jaime Reyes, who is a recent college grad forced to the superhero identity after receiving an alien scarab from Jenny Kord (Bruna Marquezine), the daughter of inventor Ted Kord,...
At the start of Blue Beetle’s second act, protagonist Jaime Reyes (Xolo Maridueña) asks an important question: “Who the hell was Blue Beetle?”
A lot of viewers wondered the same thing when the Warner Bros. movie came to theaters earlier this year and they’ll likely be asking it again now that the movie is streaming on Max. People don’t ask that same question of Superman, Batman, or Wonder Woman, but not because Blue Beetle is at best a C-lister in the DC Comics bullpen. Rather it’s because the man behind the Blue Beetle mask has changed several times since Charles Nicholas Wojtkoski debuted the character in 1939.
The big-screen adaptation introduces Blue Beetle as Jaime Reyes, who is a recent college grad forced to the superhero identity after receiving an alien scarab from Jenny Kord (Bruna Marquezine), the daughter of inventor Ted Kord,...
- 11/20/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
One of the most exciting parts about Matt Reeves' take on "The Batman" was that it explicitly showed Bruce Wayne being extra caring around children. He wants to comfort the son of the murdered mayor, he cares about that kid thinking of him as a scary monster, and decides to change his ways from being vengeance personified to more of a symbol for the people of Gotham City. "The Batman" focused on that kid enough times to make the audience theorize heavily that the child was going to turn out to be Robin, the Boy Wonder.
Likewise, when James Gunn and Peter Safran announced their plans for the new DC universe and revealed yet another take on the Caped Crusader, what made it the most exciting announcement was the news that "The Brave and the Bold" would also introduce Damian Wayne to the DC Universe.
It seems the non-comics part...
Likewise, when James Gunn and Peter Safran announced their plans for the new DC universe and revealed yet another take on the Caped Crusader, what made it the most exciting announcement was the news that "The Brave and the Bold" would also introduce Damian Wayne to the DC Universe.
It seems the non-comics part...
- 5/2/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
The Reign of the Supermen is coming! Maybe. As James Gunn prepares to officially close up his tenure in the MCU with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, attention is increasingly turning toward his next directorial effort, and not just because it’s his first as co-head of DC Studios. Superman: Legacy brings a new Man of Steel to the DC Universe, and pushes Gunn into unfamiliar territory.
But before Gunn and Peter Safran took over DC’s movie efforts, WB was already in the process of developing a Superman movie, a project from J. J. Abrams, written by Ta-Nehisi Coates, that would feature a Black Superman. Most assumed that Abrams and Coates’s project was canceled when it was not included in Gunn’s announcement of the upcoming Dcu slate. But in a recent conversation with io9, Gunn confirms that Superman: Legacy does not negate Abrams and Coates’ project.
But before Gunn and Peter Safran took over DC’s movie efforts, WB was already in the process of developing a Superman movie, a project from J. J. Abrams, written by Ta-Nehisi Coates, that would feature a Black Superman. Most assumed that Abrams and Coates’s project was canceled when it was not included in Gunn’s announcement of the upcoming Dcu slate. But in a recent conversation with io9, Gunn confirms that Superman: Legacy does not negate Abrams and Coates’ project.
- 5/1/2023
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Written by Mark Waid, Sina Grace, Marv Wolfman, Alex Segura | Art by Clayton Henry, Dean Haspiel, Jack Herbert, Fico Ossio | Published by DC Comics
Move over Batman, there’s a new flavour of the month in town. Superman’s having a good time of it right now. He’s just finished a mammoth storyline featuring Mongul in his own books, has been involved in Dark Crisis, just celebrated/ commemorated the 30th anniversary of his death/return, and is now getting another shiny special. Throw in the fact we get stories from Mark Waid and Marv Wolfman here, and I’m a happy man. This special has the typical DC anthology setup, with four different stories from four different creative teams.
Let’s take a look.
First up is ‘The Concert that Ate Gotham,’ by Mark Waid and Clayton Henry, featuring you-know-who as a guest star. The story reunites Clark and Bruce,...
Move over Batman, there’s a new flavour of the month in town. Superman’s having a good time of it right now. He’s just finished a mammoth storyline featuring Mongul in his own books, has been involved in Dark Crisis, just celebrated/ commemorated the 30th anniversary of his death/return, and is now getting another shiny special. Throw in the fact we get stories from Mark Waid and Marv Wolfman here, and I’m a happy man. This special has the typical DC anthology setup, with four different stories from four different creative teams.
Let’s take a look.
First up is ‘The Concert that Ate Gotham,’ by Mark Waid and Clayton Henry, featuring you-know-who as a guest star. The story reunites Clark and Bruce,...
- 12/6/2022
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
Written by Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, Roger Stern, Louise Simonson | Art by Various | Published by DC Comics
It’s hard to explain now, thirty years on, just what a huge event The Death of Superman was. It grew far beyond anything DC Comics could have imagined. It all started with that same old thing in comics, falling sales on the Superman books. There was nothing wrong with the stories or creative teams, they were all very good. I should know because I have practically every issue after all. The problem was with culture. Punisher was big, Ghost Rider was big, Wolverine was big, Batman was getting darker and darker. Superman was just out of step with tastes. So, to get a bit of publicity, then Editor Mike Carlin and his creative teams decided to kill Superman (temporarily of course).
The story, though, caught the attention of the national, then international press,...
It’s hard to explain now, thirty years on, just what a huge event The Death of Superman was. It grew far beyond anything DC Comics could have imagined. It all started with that same old thing in comics, falling sales on the Superman books. There was nothing wrong with the stories or creative teams, they were all very good. I should know because I have practically every issue after all. The problem was with culture. Punisher was big, Ghost Rider was big, Wolverine was big, Batman was getting darker and darker. Superman was just out of step with tastes. So, to get a bit of publicity, then Editor Mike Carlin and his creative teams decided to kill Superman (temporarily of course).
The story, though, caught the attention of the national, then international press,...
- 11/15/2022
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
Written by Joshua Williamson | Art by Daniel Sampere | Published by DC Comics
We are now approaching the endgame, and the stakes are as high as they will be. The entire Multiverse is at stake, and we are now in very familiar Crisis territory. The cover is superb, really evoking those mid-80s days when worlds would die, and George Perez would show you how. Although this series overall has been a solid read, I do feel as though it has lacked set pieces, lacked actual story beats around which to hang the character bits and the fight scenes. At times we have just gone from fight scene to fight scene. I’m hoping Williamson’s been storing up the best stuff.
Let’s take a look.
So, Earth-Zero must die. It has all been building to this, Deathstroke and his armies triggering a crisis for Pariah to exploit and trigger...
We are now approaching the endgame, and the stakes are as high as they will be. The entire Multiverse is at stake, and we are now in very familiar Crisis territory. The cover is superb, really evoking those mid-80s days when worlds would die, and George Perez would show you how. Although this series overall has been a solid read, I do feel as though it has lacked set pieces, lacked actual story beats around which to hang the character bits and the fight scenes. At times we have just gone from fight scene to fight scene. I’m hoping Williamson’s been storing up the best stuff.
Let’s take a look.
So, Earth-Zero must die. It has all been building to this, Deathstroke and his armies triggering a crisis for Pariah to exploit and trigger...
- 11/11/2022
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
Written by Various | Art by Various | Published by DC Comics
Although the 80-page giants generally have been pretty good, especially the wave of books we had celebrating various character anniversaries, DC of late have struggled a little with the anthology books. I should say it’s not just DC, but as once upon a time they were the masters of the format it is most noticeable with them. The mix of creative teams isn’t the issue either. A blend of known names and up-and-comers was always the way DC’s mystery books operated, and it served them very well. What drew me to this book the most was Paul Levitz writing Phantom Stranger (that alone is worth the entrance price), and Tom Mandrake and Kelley Jones illustrating two tales. Let’s hope the other stories can add some scary fun as well.
The know the score with these books,...
Although the 80-page giants generally have been pretty good, especially the wave of books we had celebrating various character anniversaries, DC of late have struggled a little with the anthology books. I should say it’s not just DC, but as once upon a time they were the masters of the format it is most noticeable with them. The mix of creative teams isn’t the issue either. A blend of known names and up-and-comers was always the way DC’s mystery books operated, and it served them very well. What drew me to this book the most was Paul Levitz writing Phantom Stranger (that alone is worth the entrance price), and Tom Mandrake and Kelley Jones illustrating two tales. Let’s hope the other stories can add some scary fun as well.
The know the score with these books,...
- 10/26/2022
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
The death of Superman continues to loom large over the DC Universe, just as the actual, legendary tale, “The Death of Superman,” looms large over popular culture. It shouldn’t be surprising that one of the most creatively abundant periods in Superman history yielded one story that continues to cast such a long shadow, and yet “The Death of Superman” has become, second only to the Man of Steel’s origin story, perhaps the best known tale in the character’s history.
It’s more than just the story itself. “The Death of Superman” was a media event at a time when comics weren’t necessarily getting mainstream attention. Radio, TV, and traditional print media seized on the opportunity, and casual fans unaware that nobody stays dead in the world of superheroes, genuinely thought DC was bringing the career of its longest-running hero to a close. Since then, the story has been adapted for animation,...
It’s more than just the story itself. “The Death of Superman” was a media event at a time when comics weren’t necessarily getting mainstream attention. Radio, TV, and traditional print media seized on the opportunity, and casual fans unaware that nobody stays dead in the world of superheroes, genuinely thought DC was bringing the career of its longest-running hero to a close. Since then, the story has been adapted for animation,...
- 7/28/2022
- by Mike Cecchini
- Den of Geek
This article contains some spoilers for the first two issues of DC’s Dark Crisis.
When DC Comics fans hear the word “crisis,” certain things spring to mind: crowded panels featuring luminaries from every corner of the DC multiverse, universe-shattering stakes, dramatic character deaths, and sometimes big changes for DC’s storytelling continuity itself. Several big events bearing the “Crisis” moniker have altered the history of the DC Universe. But Dark Crisis writer Joshua Williamson wants to assure everyone that things are a little different this time around.
“I don’t necessarily think that it has to involve rebooting anything,” Williamson tells Den of Geek via Zoom while idly paging through a hardcover omnibus of the original Crisis on Infinite Earths. “I don’t think that’s what we wanted to do. We really wanted to focus on making it more about the characters, and leveling up and putting a...
When DC Comics fans hear the word “crisis,” certain things spring to mind: crowded panels featuring luminaries from every corner of the DC multiverse, universe-shattering stakes, dramatic character deaths, and sometimes big changes for DC’s storytelling continuity itself. Several big events bearing the “Crisis” moniker have altered the history of the DC Universe. But Dark Crisis writer Joshua Williamson wants to assure everyone that things are a little different this time around.
“I don’t necessarily think that it has to involve rebooting anything,” Williamson tells Den of Geek via Zoom while idly paging through a hardcover omnibus of the original Crisis on Infinite Earths. “I don’t think that’s what we wanted to do. We really wanted to focus on making it more about the characters, and leveling up and putting a...
- 7/18/2022
- by Mike Cecchini
- Den of Geek
This article contains major spoilers.
Ever since the Rebirth era kicked off back in June of 2016, one of the greatest mysteries plaguing readers has been that of the true identity of Mr. Oz. Having been seen in a variety of DC titles, this hooded figure has been manipulating events from behind this scenes, capturing the likes of Doomsday and Tim Drake for his own purposes.
Naturally, many of us expected the big reveal to come in this past spring’s “Superman Reborn” crossover, but as awesome of a read as that was, it unfortunately didn’t happen then. Instead, we were given a heads up that the hood would come off in September and, thankfully, Action Comics #987 kept that promise.
If you were one of the many who suspected that Ozymandias of Watchmen fame was the man if question though, it turns out that you were wrong. Actually, the answer is even more shocking: Mr.
Ever since the Rebirth era kicked off back in June of 2016, one of the greatest mysteries plaguing readers has been that of the true identity of Mr. Oz. Having been seen in a variety of DC titles, this hooded figure has been manipulating events from behind this scenes, capturing the likes of Doomsday and Tim Drake for his own purposes.
Naturally, many of us expected the big reveal to come in this past spring’s “Superman Reborn” crossover, but as awesome of a read as that was, it unfortunately didn’t happen then. Instead, we were given a heads up that the hood would come off in September and, thankfully, Action Comics #987 kept that promise.
If you were one of the many who suspected that Ozymandias of Watchmen fame was the man if question though, it turns out that you were wrong. Actually, the answer is even more shocking: Mr.
- 9/13/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
This review contains minor spoilers.
If you’re a fan of what Peter J. Tomasi has been doing on Superman, you should be reading his other penned title, Super Sons. Following the adventures of Damian Wayne (Robin) and Jon Kent (Superboy), it’s pure, exhilarating fun as these two polar opposites learn to get along, much like their pops had to. Now, in Super Sons #6, the promise of Superboy joining the Teen Titans is teased.
In this issue, Damian takes Jon out for superhero training on a Friday night. Naturally, Damian wants to be a jerk and intimidate the likes of jaywalkers, while Jon focuses on saving cats and changing car tires. The Teen Titans pop by and Damian departs with them on a new mission, leaving Jon behind and making sure that he knows he’s no Titan.
A disappointed Jon heads off home, where he sits in front...
If you’re a fan of what Peter J. Tomasi has been doing on Superman, you should be reading his other penned title, Super Sons. Following the adventures of Damian Wayne (Robin) and Jon Kent (Superboy), it’s pure, exhilarating fun as these two polar opposites learn to get along, much like their pops had to. Now, in Super Sons #6, the promise of Superboy joining the Teen Titans is teased.
In this issue, Damian takes Jon out for superhero training on a Friday night. Naturally, Damian wants to be a jerk and intimidate the likes of jaywalkers, while Jon focuses on saving cats and changing car tires. The Teen Titans pop by and Damian departs with them on a new mission, leaving Jon behind and making sure that he knows he’s no Titan.
A disappointed Jon heads off home, where he sits in front...
- 7/19/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
This review contains minor spoilers.
With several other titles dealing with the aftermath of “Superman Reborn,” Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason’s Superman attempts something different. The writers decided to include Batman and Robin in this arc titled “Black Dawn” and explore family ties. It’s an all-star cast and there’s a lot to get excited about here, but is it a good idea to turn this title into the Jon Kent show?
Batman has gone missing, so Clark, Jon, and Damian head out to find him. As they search for the Bat, they come across the giant squid from way back in issue #2. Supes tells the kids to stay put and does his best to protect the bystanders from the ocean monster. When it breaks free, however, Jon uses his heat vision on the creature. The crowd cheers for Superboy, but his father is not too pleased...
With several other titles dealing with the aftermath of “Superman Reborn,” Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason’s Superman attempts something different. The writers decided to include Batman and Robin in this arc titled “Black Dawn” and explore family ties. It’s an all-star cast and there’s a lot to get excited about here, but is it a good idea to turn this title into the Jon Kent show?
Batman has gone missing, so Clark, Jon, and Damian head out to find him. As they search for the Bat, they come across the giant squid from way back in issue #2. Supes tells the kids to stay put and does his best to protect the bystanders from the ocean monster. When it breaks free, however, Jon uses his heat vision on the creature. The crowd cheers for Superboy, but his father is not too pleased...
- 4/19/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
This review contains minor spoilers.
Now that Superman has been reborn, where to from here? Superman #20 focused on Jon Kent’s lack of developing powers, while Action Comics #977 explores Clark’s state of mind after merging with his New 52 counterpart. I have a strong suspicion that both stories will be connected, but till then, “The New World” is more about the Man of Steel than Superman right now.
In this issue, Clark can’t shake off the feeling that something’s wrong and his memory is foggy after the merger of the two Supermen. So, he heads off to the Arctic and into his Fortress of Solitude to seek answers. He asks the crystals to show him his life from the beginning, and he gets transported to his past. Even though they cannot perceive him, he sees his parents, Jor-El and Lara, and how they decided to send him to Earth.
Now that Superman has been reborn, where to from here? Superman #20 focused on Jon Kent’s lack of developing powers, while Action Comics #977 explores Clark’s state of mind after merging with his New 52 counterpart. I have a strong suspicion that both stories will be connected, but till then, “The New World” is more about the Man of Steel than Superman right now.
In this issue, Clark can’t shake off the feeling that something’s wrong and his memory is foggy after the merger of the two Supermen. So, he heads off to the Arctic and into his Fortress of Solitude to seek answers. He asks the crystals to show him his life from the beginning, and he gets transported to his past. Even though they cannot perceive him, he sees his parents, Jor-El and Lara, and how they decided to send him to Earth.
- 4/12/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
This review contains minor spoilers.
After Action Comics #976, everything is now right in Clark Kent’s world. He and his family are whole again and all the missing gaps are filled. Ha, you really believed that, didn’t you? Put on your detective glasses because Superman #20 introduces a brand-new mystery to solve: Jon Kent’s developing powers (or lack thereof).
Chapter one of “Black Dawn” begins back in Hamilton County with the Kent family. They appear happy, living like a normal family – even if ‘normal’ is Superman flying over the farmlands. One evening, Batman and Robin arrive unexpectedly, interrupting their peace. The Dark Knight tells Clark that the tests he conducted on Jon have come back inconclusive. While the boy appears biologically healthy, something is holding his powers back from fully developing.
According to Bruce, Jon should be even more powerful than his father. He believes that there are environmental...
After Action Comics #976, everything is now right in Clark Kent’s world. He and his family are whole again and all the missing gaps are filled. Ha, you really believed that, didn’t you? Put on your detective glasses because Superman #20 introduces a brand-new mystery to solve: Jon Kent’s developing powers (or lack thereof).
Chapter one of “Black Dawn” begins back in Hamilton County with the Kent family. They appear happy, living like a normal family – even if ‘normal’ is Superman flying over the farmlands. One evening, Batman and Robin arrive unexpectedly, interrupting their peace. The Dark Knight tells Clark that the tests he conducted on Jon have come back inconclusive. While the boy appears biologically healthy, something is holding his powers back from fully developing.
According to Bruce, Jon should be even more powerful than his father. He believes that there are environmental...
- 4/5/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
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Alright, we all knew that the “Superman Reborn” crossover event was going to be a game changer, but despite bracing ourselves as best we could, we weren’t prepared to absorb the shock that came with the conclusion to be found within the pages of Action Comics #976.
After learning that the fake Clark Kent was, in fact, Mr. Mxyzptlk two weeks ago, many of us were left champing at the bit for whatever answers to Rebirth’s greatest mysteries would be disclosed. To be quite honest, aside from Superman’s new status quo being firmly established, we’re still in the dark when it comes to the bigger picture. Still, that doesn’t mean you have any excuse to miss this week’s offering.
Last week in Superman #19, we witnessed the return of the New 52 Man of Steel and Lois Lane,...
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Alright, we all knew that the “Superman Reborn” crossover event was going to be a game changer, but despite bracing ourselves as best we could, we weren’t prepared to absorb the shock that came with the conclusion to be found within the pages of Action Comics #976.
After learning that the fake Clark Kent was, in fact, Mr. Mxyzptlk two weeks ago, many of us were left champing at the bit for whatever answers to Rebirth’s greatest mysteries would be disclosed. To be quite honest, aside from Superman’s new status quo being firmly established, we’re still in the dark when it comes to the bigger picture. Still, that doesn’t mean you have any excuse to miss this week’s offering.
Last week in Superman #19, we witnessed the return of the New 52 Man of Steel and Lois Lane,...
- 3/22/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
This review contains minor spoilers.
“Superman Reborn,” the four-issue crossover event, comes to a close in Action Comics #976. While it’s likely to go down as the weakest installment of the lot, it’s still pretty decent, which is testament to the arc’s overall and consistent quality. It’s been a wild ride, but all good things must come to an end.
Unlike the three issues before it, there aren’t many earth-shattering revelations here. New 52 Superman and Lois Lane have re-emerged and challenge Mr. Mxyzptlk; however, they don’t recognize Jon Kent. The poor Superboy does his best to remind them that he’s their son (well, in a different reality), as Mxyzptlk tries to slip away. Refusing to let the imp leave, Superman battles him while Jon speaks to two new blue energies that surround him.
These energies provide Superboy with additional power which he uses to zap Mxyzptlk,...
“Superman Reborn,” the four-issue crossover event, comes to a close in Action Comics #976. While it’s likely to go down as the weakest installment of the lot, it’s still pretty decent, which is testament to the arc’s overall and consistent quality. It’s been a wild ride, but all good things must come to an end.
Unlike the three issues before it, there aren’t many earth-shattering revelations here. New 52 Superman and Lois Lane have re-emerged and challenge Mr. Mxyzptlk; however, they don’t recognize Jon Kent. The poor Superboy does his best to remind them that he’s their son (well, in a different reality), as Mxyzptlk tries to slip away. Refusing to let the imp leave, Superman battles him while Jon speaks to two new blue energies that surround him.
These energies provide Superboy with additional power which he uses to zap Mxyzptlk,...
- 3/22/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
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Last week, we brought word that it appeared as though Joker and Riddler would be going head to head in the pages of Batman this June and, thanks to a freshly released batch of solicits, we now know that it’s an absolute certainty. Not only that, but we’ve also learned what’s on the horizon for related books such as All-Star Batman, Batgirl and Super Sons.
First, let’s talk about Batman, since I imagine you’re all anxious to hear about that one. As it turns out, we’re still in the dark when it comes to the wealth of the plot, but seeing as how DC is invoking the holy names of masterworks such as Year One and The Long Halloween, we can only assume that rumors saying the upcoming...
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Last week, we brought word that it appeared as though Joker and Riddler would be going head to head in the pages of Batman this June and, thanks to a freshly released batch of solicits, we now know that it’s an absolute certainty. Not only that, but we’ve also learned what’s on the horizon for related books such as All-Star Batman, Batgirl and Super Sons.
First, let’s talk about Batman, since I imagine you’re all anxious to hear about that one. As it turns out, we’re still in the dark when it comes to the wealth of the plot, but seeing as how DC is invoking the holy names of masterworks such as Year One and The Long Halloween, we can only assume that rumors saying the upcoming...
- 3/20/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
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Freely speaking, the currently in progress “Superman Reborn” crossover has been nothing short of breathtaking. After recently learning that the fake Clark Kent was, in fact, Mr. Mxyzptlk all along, we eventually had to come to grips with the knowledge that several other Rebirth mysteries are to be unraveled before the month concludes. As it turns out, the penultimate chapter offered in Superman #19 raised even more questions before the can’t miss finale.
Ever since the New 52 Superman bit the dust last spring and his pre-Flashpoint counterpart stepped up to take his place, many readers have half-expected the former to return at some point. It’s no secret that death has become a thing of impermanence in the comic book medium, but as of late, they tend to get overturned faster than ever before (we’re looking at you,...
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Freely speaking, the currently in progress “Superman Reborn” crossover has been nothing short of breathtaking. After recently learning that the fake Clark Kent was, in fact, Mr. Mxyzptlk all along, we eventually had to come to grips with the knowledge that several other Rebirth mysteries are to be unraveled before the month concludes. As it turns out, the penultimate chapter offered in Superman #19 raised even more questions before the can’t miss finale.
Ever since the New 52 Superman bit the dust last spring and his pre-Flashpoint counterpart stepped up to take his place, many readers have half-expected the former to return at some point. It’s no secret that death has become a thing of impermanence in the comic book medium, but as of late, they tend to get overturned faster than ever before (we’re looking at you,...
- 3/15/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
This past Saturday I participated in the Women’s March in NYC. While I marched with a group of burlesque performers and friends, other columnists here at ComicMix participated including Molly Jackson and Martha Thomases. It was an important moment of demonstration for the first days of the new administration here, and I’m glad I participated. For all of those reading who want to do something and were unable to attend I can assure you there will be plenty more opportunities to come.
Meanwhile, in my free time I’ve been reading some of the DC Comics Elseworlds. For those of you unfamiliar, these were stories that took place outside of DC Comics continuity that often involve alternate histories of what could have been. As you can imagine, that premise is really intriguing to me lately.
I’ve read four Elseworlds in the past couple of weeks, all of which were ones starring Superman.
Meanwhile, in my free time I’ve been reading some of the DC Comics Elseworlds. For those of you unfamiliar, these were stories that took place outside of DC Comics continuity that often involve alternate histories of what could have been. As you can imagine, that premise is really intriguing to me lately.
I’ve read four Elseworlds in the past couple of weeks, all of which were ones starring Superman.
- 1/24/2017
- by Joe Corallo
- Comicmix.com
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Next month, DC commences the second phase of its Rebirth initiative as it rolls out new titles such as Justice League of America, Batwoman and, last but not least, Super Sons, which is the focus of our current discussion. Uniting Damian Wayne and Jon Kent, the current versions of Robin and Superboy, respectively, we trust this book will offer much action and excitement, with a hearty helping of youthful exuberance.
Spinning out of concepts introduced by Peter J. Tomasi in the pages of Superman, Super Sons will feature artwork provided by the up and coming Jorge Jimenez. To this point, the interaction between Damian and Jon has been quite entertaining and although teaming up costumed youths is nothing new, it stands to reason that this series will be as different from Teen Titans as...
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Next month, DC commences the second phase of its Rebirth initiative as it rolls out new titles such as Justice League of America, Batwoman and, last but not least, Super Sons, which is the focus of our current discussion. Uniting Damian Wayne and Jon Kent, the current versions of Robin and Superboy, respectively, we trust this book will offer much action and excitement, with a hearty helping of youthful exuberance.
Spinning out of concepts introduced by Peter J. Tomasi in the pages of Superman, Super Sons will feature artwork provided by the up and coming Jorge Jimenez. To this point, the interaction between Damian and Jon has been quite entertaining and although teaming up costumed youths is nothing new, it stands to reason that this series will be as different from Teen Titans as...
- 1/23/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Comic Book Reviews: DC Comics Round Up Week 11-02-2016
After a brief hiatus from reviewing the great books of DC Comics I hop back and see what the current state of various series are. Officially moved from “I kind of care” to “I don’t care at all” are Cyborg, Justice League, Blue Beetle, Doom Patrol, Catwoman: Election Night and probably a few others soon. So the review list gets shorter! I am casually keeping up with these titles so if anyone has questions or thoughts feel free to sound off in the comments below and I’m more than happy to engage in discussion!
Aquaman #10
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Brad Walker, Andrew Hennessy, Gabe Eltaeb
Review: Mera is brought before the widowhood and a prophesy is revealed that at some point in the future Mera will become insane with grief after Arthur befalls an untimely end, and thus...
After a brief hiatus from reviewing the great books of DC Comics I hop back and see what the current state of various series are. Officially moved from “I kind of care” to “I don’t care at all” are Cyborg, Justice League, Blue Beetle, Doom Patrol, Catwoman: Election Night and probably a few others soon. So the review list gets shorter! I am casually keeping up with these titles so if anyone has questions or thoughts feel free to sound off in the comments below and I’m more than happy to engage in discussion!
Aquaman #10
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Brad Walker, Andrew Hennessy, Gabe Eltaeb
Review: Mera is brought before the widowhood and a prophesy is revealed that at some point in the future Mera will become insane with grief after Arthur befalls an untimely end, and thus...
- 11/4/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
Comic Book Reviews: DC Comics Round Up Week 09-07-2016
DC Comics continues having some soft retcons in their Rebirth line up. This time around Cyborg is the center of attention, getting a new creative team and focus. Does it work? Will this be the time for Cyborg to pick up steam with a potential film still looming in the distance? Read on to find out!
Aquaman #6
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Andrew Hennessey, Brad Walker Colors: Gabe Eltaeb
Review: Did someone not inform Dan Abnett this isn’t the same Clark that was introduced when The New 52 first started! This Superman seems very familiar with Arthur, so much so Arthur has no problem airing some of his more insecure issues with Big Blue. The exchange was awkward, and full of weird contradictions that just didn’t make sense for the characters. Superman says he’s not a puppet and he came to talk things out,...
DC Comics continues having some soft retcons in their Rebirth line up. This time around Cyborg is the center of attention, getting a new creative team and focus. Does it work? Will this be the time for Cyborg to pick up steam with a potential film still looming in the distance? Read on to find out!
Aquaman #6
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Andrew Hennessey, Brad Walker Colors: Gabe Eltaeb
Review: Did someone not inform Dan Abnett this isn’t the same Clark that was introduced when The New 52 first started! This Superman seems very familiar with Arthur, so much so Arthur has no problem airing some of his more insecure issues with Big Blue. The exchange was awkward, and full of weird contradictions that just didn’t make sense for the characters. Superman says he’s not a puppet and he came to talk things out,...
- 9/12/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
Comic Book Reviews: DC Round Up Week 07-20-2016
After a two week absence I return to see what the current state of DC’s Rebirth is in! How are the Gotham Siblings doing? Are they evil yet? What’s going on with Aquaman and the anti-Atlantism? Are those two silly Lanterns still squabbling over inane stuff? Well read on to find out all about the wonderful world of DC Comics!
Aquaman#3
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Philippe Briones Colors: Gabe Eltaeb
Review: So for some reason, even though Arthur painfully has put together this Atlantean Embassy, even though he’s saved the world (including America) countless times and has proven himself a hero, even though he is a Us Citizen, And even though Black Manta is also an American and blatantly guilty over the explosion at the Atlantean Embassy, we are to believe that everyone is like “well F*! You Arthur,...
After a two week absence I return to see what the current state of DC’s Rebirth is in! How are the Gotham Siblings doing? Are they evil yet? What’s going on with Aquaman and the anti-Atlantism? Are those two silly Lanterns still squabbling over inane stuff? Well read on to find out all about the wonderful world of DC Comics!
Aquaman#3
Story: Dan Abnett Art: Philippe Briones Colors: Gabe Eltaeb
Review: So for some reason, even though Arthur painfully has put together this Atlantean Embassy, even though he’s saved the world (including America) countless times and has proven himself a hero, even though he is a Us Citizen, And even though Black Manta is also an American and blatantly guilty over the explosion at the Atlantean Embassy, we are to believe that everyone is like “well F*! You Arthur,...
- 7/27/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
This week in DC we get some Doomsday action! Detective Comics features its own Batman Teen Titans! Action Comics #956 disguises itself as Justice League #52, and something about a character named Wonder Woman? Got a book you’d like to see reviewed? Maybe you’re thinking of picking up the series but want to know more about it? Shout out in the comments section and I’ll review a few issues for you!
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Justice League #52
Story: Dan Jurgens Art: Tom Grummett, Danny Miki, Mark Morales, Scott Hanna Colors: Gabe Eltaeb
Review: This really could have been Action Comics Rebirth #1 since it essentially takes place right before the series restarted its numbering under the “Rebirth” branding. Jurgens tells the story of why Lex returned, leaving Apokalips and taking on the mantle of Superman. The story sets the status quo of where Lex is mentally at the moment,...
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Justice League #52
Story: Dan Jurgens Art: Tom Grummett, Danny Miki, Mark Morales, Scott Hanna Colors: Gabe Eltaeb
Review: This really could have been Action Comics Rebirth #1 since it essentially takes place right before the series restarted its numbering under the “Rebirth” branding. Jurgens tells the story of why Lex returned, leaving Apokalips and taking on the mantle of Superman. The story sets the status quo of where Lex is mentally at the moment,...
- 6/24/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
This week a few titles experience a Rebirth! And a few more begin their new lives! What are Jon Kent’s (errr Smith’s) Powers? And is Batman stronger than a Boeing 757? What’s up with Wally? And get ready to feel the Rage!!! All this and more on my reviews for DC Comics Week 06-15-2015.
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Batman #1
Story: Tom King Art: David Finch, Matt Banning Colors: Jordie Bellaire
Review: Tom King wastes little time picking the action from where Batman: Rebirth left off. A terrorist with a rocket launcher is loose in Gotham and Batman needs to track him down before something really bad happens! Unfortunately, that's exactly what unfolds leading to the Dark Knight having to go head to head with a dive bombing B757 to save Gotham! To complicate matters further, two new heroes show up going by the names 'Gotham' and 'Lady Gotham,...
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Batman #1
Story: Tom King Art: David Finch, Matt Banning Colors: Jordie Bellaire
Review: Tom King wastes little time picking the action from where Batman: Rebirth left off. A terrorist with a rocket launcher is loose in Gotham and Batman needs to track him down before something really bad happens! Unfortunately, that's exactly what unfolds leading to the Dark Knight having to go head to head with a dive bombing B757 to save Gotham! To complicate matters further, two new heroes show up going by the names 'Gotham' and 'Lady Gotham,...
- 6/17/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
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