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X-Men Vs. Hulk #1

Early in their careers as X-Men, Wolverine pits the Hulk against his friends for a bet.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Claremont
Artists:
Jheremy Raapack, Larry Welch
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Tue, February 10th, 2009

Hexed #2

"Hexed" continues to blaze a new trail in the comics world. This is the best book that you haven't read yet.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
Michael Alan Nelson
Artists:
Emma Rios
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Tue, February 10th, 2009

Pluto: Urasawa x Tezuka Vol. 1

Naoki Urasawa's take on Osamu Tezuka's classic "Astro Boy" story both manages to become its own distinctly different story, and utterly brilliant.

Publisher:
Viz, LLC
Writer:
Naoki Urasawa, Osamu Tezuka, Takashi Nagasaki
Artists:
Naoki Urasawa
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Mon, February 9th, 2009

Final Crisis: Legion of 3 Worlds #3

The spectacle many readers wanted in "Final Crisis" is in this comic, in all of its eye-popping detail.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns
Artists:
George Perez, Scott Koblish
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Mon, February 9th, 2009

Astonishing Tales #1

It may have a different title, but "Astonishing Tales" #1 is really just another outing of "Marvel Comics Presents" -- and there's very little astonishing about this comic, either.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
C.B. Cebulski, Daniel Merlin Goodbrey, Jonathan Hickman, Christopher Sequeira
Artists:
Kenneth Rocafort, Lou Kang, W. Chew Chan, Jonathan Hickman, Nick Pitarra, Craig Yeung, Tom Palmer
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Sun, February 8th, 2009

Adventure Comics #0

Otto Binder and Al Plastino's introduction of the Legion of Super-Heroes is still charming, although "Superman" readers might be more excited by the back-up feature.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Otto Binder, Geoff Johns
Artists:
Al Plastino, Francis Manapul
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Fri, February 6th, 2009

The Mighty #1

"The Mighty" is yet another "realistic" take on super-heroes, but this first issue is a cut above most.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Peter J. Tomasi, Keith Champagne
Artists:
Peter Snejbjerg
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Fri, February 6th, 2009

X-Force #11

"X-Force" dips into the past for what is a surprisingly interesting take on forgotten and discarded characters in the Marvel Universe's present day.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost
Artists:
Alina Urusov, Clayton Crain
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Thu, February 5th, 2009

Youngblood #7

Uninteresting, dull, boring, humdrum, tedious; take your pick, but they all describe “Youngblood” #7 and I have no idea why.

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Joe Casey
Artists:
Derec Donovan
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Thu, February 5th, 2009

Agents Of Atlas #1

"Agents of Atlas" begins anew, with a great introduction for new readers and a solid packed comic for all.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeff Parker
Artists:
Carlo Pagulayan, Jason Paz, Benton Jew
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
Wed, February 4th, 2009

Invincible Iron Man #10

What happened to Salvador Larroca? What happened to Matt Fraction? What happened to the comic that I loved three issues ago?

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larocca
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, February 4th, 2009

The Age of the Sentry #5

A failed attempt to recreate and recapture the Silver Age sensibility with two boring and inane stories.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeff Parker, Paul Tobin, Jordan D. White
Artists:
Nick Dragotta, Gary Martin, Bill Galvan, Terry Pallot, Ramon Rosanas
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, February 4th, 2009

War of Kings: Darkhawk #1

Darkhawk has it all going for him, a steady job, a reconciliated home, and his anger management issues appear under control. Time for a shake-up.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
C.B. Cebulski
Artists:
Harvey Tolibao, Bong Dazo, Joe Pimentel
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Wed, February 4th, 2009

Jersey Gods #1

“Jersey Gods” #1 doesn’t quite deliver what someone who’s read the solicitations would expect, but the set-up story here is pretty entertaining.

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Glen Brunswick
Artists:
Dan McDaid
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, February 4th, 2009

Punisher #2

The Punisher starts making his move into the 21st century and Norman Osborn isn’t happy about it.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Rick Remender
Artists:
Jerome Opena
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Wed, February 4th, 2009

Hotwire: Requiem for the Dead #1

A strong debut issue as Steve Pugh writes and draws this comic based on a concept by Warren Ellis. A police exorcist finds herself confronted with ghosts that shouldn’t be where they are.

Publisher:
Radical Comics
Writer:
Steve Pugh, Warren Ellis
Artists:
Steve Pugh
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Tue, February 3rd, 2009

Wonder Woman #28

Looking for a book with gorilla knights, Wonder Women, and threatening menaces returned from beyond our world? Even if you're not, this book is worth thumbing through.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Gail Simone
Artists:
Aaron Lopresti, Matt Ryan
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Tue, February 3rd, 2009

Hero Squared: Love and Death #1

"Hero Squared" returns to Boom! for a final (?) series. If you haven't read "Hero Squared" before, this might be a good hopping on point.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
Keith Giffen, J. M. DeMatteis
Artists:
Nathan Watson
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Tue, February 3rd, 2009

Immortal Iron Fist #22

Iron Fist and the six Immortal Weapons find themselves trapped -- in Hell.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Duane Swierczynski
Artists:
Travel Foreman
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Tue, February 3rd, 2009

Secret Warriors #1

Nick Fury and his “Secret Warriors” return following the events of Secret Invasion. By Bendis, Hickman and Caselli.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Bendis, Jonathan Hickman
Artists:
Stefano Caselli
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Mon, February 2nd, 2009

Black Panther #1

Under a "Dark Reign," the Black Panther prowls back onto the new comic stand. While there aren't any deep identity revelations in this issue, there is a decent story.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Reginald Hudlin
Artists:
Ken Lashley, Paul Neary
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Mon, February 2nd, 2009

Justice Society of America #23

Geoff Johns's final "Justice Society of America" story returns to Black Adam, with a slightly slow but promising first installment.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns, Jerry Ordway
Artists:
Jerry Ordway, Bob Wiacek
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Sun, February 1st, 2009

Superman #684

The twelfth installment of the triangle number renaissance is also the first post-"New Krypton" issue in the Man of Steel's primary title. Add in a little Parasite and some Zod and this is an interesting direction to be pointed in.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
James Robinson
Artists:
Jesus Merino
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Sun, February 1st, 2009

Faces of Evil: Kobra #1

Faith to Kali Yuga! Kobra rises again to threaten the sanctity of the DC Universe in this "Faces of Evil" one shot.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Ivan Brandon
Artists:
Julian Liopez, Mark Farmer
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Sun, February 1st, 2009

Marvels: Eye of the Camera #3

As "Marvels: Eye of the Camera" moves closer to the present day, the larger point of this return to Phil Sheldon's life is more clear—and more exciting too.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kurt Busiek, Roger Stern
Artists:
Jay Anacleto
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Sun, February 1st, 2009

Blue Beetle #35

The penultimate chapter in the adventures of Jaime Reyes finds the "Blue Beetle" once more balancing legacy, family and friends. While this might be the second-to-last issue of this title, it's not too late to join the fun.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Matthew Sturges
Artists:
Carlo Barberi, Jacob Eguren
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Sun, February 1st, 2009

Battlefields: Dear Billy #1

Ennis's "Battlefields" continues with new characters, as we find a nurse with a chance for revenge.

Publisher:
Dynamite Entertainment
Writer:
Garth Ennis
Artists:
Peter Snejbjerg
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Sun, February 1st, 2009

Umbrella Academy: Dallas #3

This series might even be better than the original -- and that's quite an achievement.

Publisher:
Dark Horse Comics
Writer:
Gerard Way
Artists:
Gabriel Ba
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Sat, January 31st, 2009

Star Wars: Legacy #32

"It's a trap!" Those infamous words, bellowed by the most famous of all Mon Calamari echoed through my ears as I decided to give this issue a go. Is it really a trap? Read on. . .

Publisher:
Dark Horse Comics
Writer:
John Ostrander
Artists:
Omar Francia
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Thu, January 29th, 2009

Legion of Super-Heroes #50

Fans of Jim Shooter and Francis Manapul's run on "Legion of Super-Heroes" will be insulted when they discover an entirely different creative team on the final issue of the series.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Justin Thyme
Artists:
Ramon Bachs, Livesay
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Thu, January 29th, 2009

New Avengers #49

The whereabouts of Luke Cage and Jessica Jones’s missing daughter are revealed! The ramifications of Cage joining up with Norman Osborn are felt! And, the Avengers get their first glimpse of Norman Osborn’s new Avengers!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Billy Tan, Matt Banning
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, January 28th, 2009

Scott Pilgrim Vol. 5: Scott Pilgrim vs. the Universe

"Scott Pilgrim vs. the Universe" isn't just a clever subtitle for this latest "Scott Pilgrim" graphic novel, it's also fairly apt for what's the most nuanced installment to date.

Publisher:
Oni Press
Writer:
Bryan Lee O'Malley
Artists:
Bryan Lee O'Malley
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Wed, January 28th, 2009

Glamourpuss #5

Dave Sim concludes his look at Alex Raymond’s art with an eye on what came next, and targets age-defying products. Plus, a special appearance by everyone’s favorite aardvark!

Publisher:
Aardvark-Vanaheim
Writer:
Dave Sim
Artists:
Dave Sim
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, January 28th, 2009

Final Crisis #7

Grant Morrison tells a story of weight and balance, with a final issue delivering a satisfying conclusion.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen, Drew Geraci, Christian Alamy, Norm Rapmund, Rodney Ramos, Walden Wong
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
Wed, January 28th, 2009

Final Crisis #7

It all comes to a head here as Darkseid is everything and only Supermen stand in his way.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen, Drew Geraci, Christian Alamy, Norm Rapmund, Rodney Ramos, Walden Wong
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, January 28th, 2009

Daredevil #115

The conclusion of Lady Bullseye’s introductory arc, by Brubaker and Lark.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Michael Lark, Tonci Zonjic, Stefano Gaudiano
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Tue, January 27th, 2009

Astonishing X-Men #28

The X-Men fight mutants from several alternate universes, all dealing with the fallout of M-Day, and discover just who might be behind their recent troubles.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Warren Ellis
Artists:
Simone Bianchi, Andrea Silvestri
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Tue, January 27th, 2009

X-Men Legacy #220

Professor X and Gambit head to Australia to find Rogue, and meanwhile a character from “X-Men Legacy”goes on her own search.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Carey
Artists:
Scott Eaton, Andrew Hennessey
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Tue, January 27th, 2009

Hellblazer #251

Peter Milligan's first issue of "Hellblazer" starts off slow, but there's potential for what's to come.

Publisher:
Vertigo
Writer:
Peter Milligan
Artists:
Guiseppi Camuncoli, Stefano Landini
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Tue, January 27th, 2009

Fantastic Four #563

A slice of life tale is overshadowed by the impending darkness in this disturbingly ominous issue by Millar and Hitch.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Millar
Artists:
Bryan Hitch, Andrew Currie, Cam Smith, Karl Kesel
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Tue, January 27th, 2009
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