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X-Men: Kingbreaker #2

A dull and pointless outer space adventure from Yost and Weaver.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Yost
Artists:
Dustin Weaver, Jaime Mendoza, Victor Olazaba
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 20th, 2009

Uncanny X-Men Annual #2

Matt Fraction's best X-Men comic yet doesn't even feature any of the classic X-Men characters.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Mitch Breitweiser, Daniel Acuna
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 19th, 2009

X-Men: Manifest Destiny #5

The final part of the “Manifest Destiny” tie-in miniseries, with a lead story featuring Iceman and Mystique.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Carey, Frank Tieri, Kieron Gillen
Artists:
Michael Ryan, Victor Olazaba Ben Oliver, Sara Pichelli
Reviewer:
James Hunt
January 19th, 2009

War Machine #2

"War Machine" hits high and hard. This issue focuses on Rhodey's dedication to his supporting cast and uses some stunning visuals to get the job done.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Greg Pak
Artists:
Leonardo Manco
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 19th, 2009

The Odyssey #5

The Odyssey seems like it would fit the Marvel Illustrated format quite nicely, but it's just another perfunctory retelling.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Roy Thomas
Artists:
Greg Tocchini, Norman Lee, Roland Paris
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 17th, 2009

Secret Invasion: War of Kings #1

For a "War of Kings" novice, this one-shot sets the stage perfectly for Marvel's latest outer space epic.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Bong Dazo, Rick Magyar, Joe Pimentel
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
January 13th, 2009

Captain Britain and MI-13 #9

Captain Britain leads MI-13 against Plotka and the Mindless Ones as one of their own turns traitor, and traitor becomes one of their own. By Cornell and Kirk.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Mike Collins, Jay Leisten, Cam Smith
Reviewer:
James Hunt
January 13th, 2009

Punisher #1

It’s the grudge match of the century! Frank Castle Vs. The Sentry. Doesn’t look like good odds. By Remender and Opena

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Rick Remender
Artists:
Jerome Opena
Reviewer:
James Hunt
January 12th, 2009

The Invincible Iron Man #9

Iron Man turns to a more personal story now, as Tony Stark is on the run. Matt Fraction proves his versatility as a writer on this series.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larocca
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
January 9th, 2009

Avengers: The Initiative #20

The Secret Invasion aftermath continues here, not with a Dark Reign, but a cleansing rain, set to wash new storylines into the Avengers family of titles.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Slott, Christos N. Gage
Artists:
Steve Kurth, Drew Hennessy
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 3rd, 2009

Punisher War Journal #26

This series ends with a meditation on the absurd nature of the Marvel universe and the Punisher’s place in it, while he waits to kill some idiots on Christmas.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Andy MacDonald
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 1st, 2009

Captain America #45

Consistently one of the best books available, this issue is no exception as past and present are juxtaposed to highlight the differences between the Winter Soldier and the new Captain America.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Luke Ross, Butch Guice, Rick Magyar, Mark Pennington
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 1st, 2009

War Machine #1

Greg Pak and Leonardo Manco present a Punisher-esque War Machine.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Greg Pak
Artists:
Leonardo Manco
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 31st, 2008

X-Men: Kingbreaker #1

The Starjammers free the Starjammer, and Vulcan consolidates his grip on the Shi’ar empire. By Yost and Weaver

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Yost
Artists:
Dustin Weaver, Jamie Mendoza
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 29th, 2008

Thor God-Size Special #1

Matt Fraction’s final “Thor” story of 2008 has him joined by four artists as Thor, Loki and Baldur seek to remember Skurge the Executioner.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Dan Brereton, Doug Braithwaite, Michael Allred, Miguel Angel Sepulveda
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 18th, 2008

Uncanny X-Men #505

"Uncanny X-Men" tries to juggle perhaps one story too many at once, but the end result is still a good sight for sore eyes.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
December 17th, 2008

Invincible Iron Man #8

A "Dark Reign" tie-in, this issue focuses on the hereafter. With the banner of "World's Most Wanted" flying on the cover, Iron Man is not about to have the easiest adventures of his career

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larocca
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
December 17th, 2008

Ghost Rider #30

Jason Aaron brilliantly adds to the mythology of the Ghost Rider universe.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tan Eng Huat
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 17th, 2008

Captain Britain and MI:13 #8

Witty, intelligent, emotionally deep... Paul Cornell and Leonard Kirk do it all in this month’s issue!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Michael Bair, Jay Leisten, Craig Yeung
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 10th, 2008

Captain America #44

The new Captain America faces off against Batroc the Leaper, by Brubaker and Ross.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Luke Ross, Pablo Laguna, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 2nd, 2008

Guardians of the Galaxy #7

After the Guardians learned of Star-Lord's heavy-handed influence in their banding together, they all went their separate ways, leaving Rocket Raccoon to pick up the pieces.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 29th, 2008

Thor: Man of War #1

The third of Matt Fraction’s “Thor” specials has Thor square off against his father in a battle for the ages.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Clay Mann, Victor Olazaba, Patrick Zircher
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 27th, 2008

Squadron Supreme 2 #5

Nick Fury appears to have a plan, but, like everything else in this series, it's slow going.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Howard Chaykin
Artists:
Marco Turini
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 23rd, 2008

Uncanny X-Men #504

"Lovelorn" finds Colossus looking to remember days gone by, the X-Men need him to get over it, and Scott Summers and Emma Frost have a conversation without even talking.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 19th, 2008

Amazing Spider-Man #578

Chowing on some Chinese food in a deluge, Spider-Man cracks a fortune cookie to the message of "Today will be your lucky day." We all know what the ol' Parker luck is like. . .

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Waid
Artists:
Marcos Martin
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 19th, 2008

Ghost Rider #29

Johnny Blaze and Danny Ketch finally duke it out as it’s Ghost Rider versus Ghost Rider round one!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tan Eng Huat
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 16th, 2008

Captain Britain and MI: 13 #7

Deft character work, the expert juggling of multiple plots, and clean, crisp art make this one of the best superhero books out there.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Michael Bair, Jay Leisten, Craig Yeung
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 12th, 2008

Invincible Iron Man #7

Finally, Spider-Man and Iron Man are back together and Matt Fraction’s strong character work cuts through confusing continuity to deliver the best issue of the series yet.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larroca
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 6th, 2008

Secret Invasion: Thor #3

"Secret Invasion: Thor" wraps up with the thunder god and his buddy, Beta Ray Bill, kicking Skrulls out of Broxton Oklahoma.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Doug Braithwaite
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 31st, 2008

Astonishing X-Men: Ghost Boxes #1

Sixteen excellent pages and a lot of filler for your hard-earned $3.99.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Warren Ellis
Artists:
Alan Davis, Adi Granov
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 30th, 2008

Thor: The Truth of History #1

Alan Davis takes Thor and puts him in an adventure set during the pyramid building days of ancient Egypt. If nothing else, the book looks good.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Alan Davis
Artists:
Alan Davis, Mark Farmer
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 27th, 2008

Ghost Rider: Danny Ketch #1

Simon Spurrier fills in the Danny Ketch gaps in a spin-off that's not nearly as good as the main title.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Simon Spurrier
Artists:
Javier Saltares, Tom Palmer
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 26th, 2008

Uncanny X-Men #503

Greg Land's art is still problematic, but this psycho-sexual action comic isn't the worst fit for his work.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction
Artists:
Greg Land, Jay Leisten
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 20th, 2008

X-Men: Manifest Destiny #2

It’s time for another X-Men anthology, featuring a lead story about Iceman by Mike Carey, and backup shorts featuring Juggernaut and Emma Frost.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Carey, Skottie Young, Chris Yost
Artists:
Michael Ryan, Victor Olazaba, Daniel Panosian, Paco Diaz
Reviewer:
James Hunt
October 14th, 2008

Cable #7

A decent enough issue, but still nothing spectacular from team "Cable."

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Duane Swierczynski
Artists:
Ariel Olivetti
Reviewer:
James Hunt
October 8th, 2008

Punisher War Journal #24

Punisher joins the Skrull-tastic fray in one of the best Secret Invasion crossovers yet.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction, Rick Remender
Artists:
Howard Chaykin
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 2nd, 2008

Captain America #42

Forty-two issues later: a conclusion, of sorts.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Steve Epting, Luke Ross, Rick Magyar, Fabio Laguna
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
September 28th, 2008

Guardians of the Galaxy #5

"Guardians" is a let down this issue, with repetitive plots and overdone coloring obscuring the art.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
September 23rd, 2008

Ghost Rider #27

Daniel Ketch makes his proper return to the pages of "Ghost Rider," much to the disappointment of the Caretaker. By Jason Aaron and Tan Eng Huat.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tan Eng Huat
Reviewer:
James Hunt
September 22nd, 2008

War Machine: Weapon of S.H.I.E.L.D. #33

The title formerly known as "Iron Man: Director of S.H.I.E.L.D." gets a makeover that provides a new leading hero, and jumps right into the world surrounding "Secret Invasion."

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Christos Gage
Artists:
Sean Chen
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
September 21st, 2008

Captain Britain and MI: 13 #5

A fill-in penciler can't fill Leonard Kirk's shoes, but Paul Cornell's story rolls right along, starting the series off on a new direction.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Pat Olliffe, Paul Neary
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
September 17th, 2008

Secret Invasion: Thor #2

Braithwaite's art doesn't quite work, but this is a powerful "Secret Invasion" tie-in.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Doug Braithwaite
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
September 17th, 2008

X-Men: Manifest Destiny #1

The X-Men are in San Francisco, so it's time for an anthology title exploring what some of the less prominent members are doing there!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
C.B. Cebulski, Mike Carey, James Asmus
Artists:
Michael Ryan, Victor Olazaba, Chris Burnham, David Yardin
Reviewer:
James Hunt
September 8th, 2008

Dead of Night Featuring Devil-Slayer #1

A solid first issue, but no actual Devil-Slayer yet.

Publisher:
Marvel Max
Writer:
Brian Keene
Artists:
Chris Samnee
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
September 3rd, 2008

Captain America #41

Faustus goes rogue and Bucky Barnes jumps into action.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Steve Epting, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 24th, 2008

Moon Knight #21

"The Death of Marc Spector" begins, but it's not a great start.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Benson
Artists:
Mark Texiera, Javier Saltares
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 22nd, 2008

Iron Man: Director of S.H.I.E.L.D. #32

This Iron Man title seems out of step with the character. It's a slow story that doesn't move the football a yard down the field.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Stuart Moore
Artists:
Carlo Pagulayan, Steve Kurth, Jeffrey Huet, Andrew Hennessy
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 22nd, 2008

Ghost Rider #26

Jason Aaron's "Ghost Rider" borders on the absurd, but is a well-crafted dose of insanity hidden in a corner of Marvel's publishing program.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tan Eng Huat
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 20th, 2008

Incredible Hercules #120

Drawing a close the "Sacred Invasion", Hercules and his God Squad are finally able to go face-to-face with the Skrulls' gods " Sl'gur't and Kly'bn -- in a hard-hitting adventure.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Greg Pak, Fred Van Lente
Artists:
Rafa Sandoval, Roger Bonet, Greg Adams
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 20th, 2008

Secret Invasion: Thor #1

Beta Ray Bill crash lands to earth amidst the Skrull Invasion! By Matt Fraction and Doug Braithwaite.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Doug Braithwaite
Reviewer:
James Hunt
August 19th, 2008
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