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War of Kings #2

Abnett and Lanning balance the epic scope of an interstellar war with the small moments of characterization needed to make it matter.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 30th, 2009

Secret Warriors #3

Marvel’s best new series keeps on rolling with a confrontation between Fury’s Commandos and Hydra, while Fury meets with an old flame.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jonathan Hickman, Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Stefano Caselli
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 29th, 2009

Daredevil #117

"Return of the King" continues as Wilson Fisk has an offer for Daredevil, just as Daredevil's world fills with turmoil once more.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Michael Lark, Stefano Gaudiano
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 27th, 2009

Amazing Spider-Man #589

The Spot returns, for what it's worth, and it turns out it's worth a lot if you like good Spider-Man stories with humor and pathos.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Fred Van Lente
Artists:
Paulo Siqueira, Amilton Santos
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 27th, 2009

New Avengers #51

The Avengers settle some team business while Dr. Strange approaches Wiccan with the offer of a lifetime. Plus, Chris Bachalo joins Billy Tan on art.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Billy Tan, Chris Bachalo, Matt Banning, Tim Townsend
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 25th, 2009

Captain America #48

Cap, Namor and the Black Widow try to foil Professor Chin’s plans to release a Human Torch virus. But, are they too late?

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Butch Guice, Luke Ross, Steve Epting
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 25th, 2009

Amazing Spider-Man Extra #3

Contains three stories that fell between the cracks of Spider-Man’s recent adventures.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Marc Guggenheim, Joe Kelly, Phil Jimenez
Artists:
Fabrizio Fiorentino, Patrick Olliffe, Dale Eaglesham. Phil Jimenez
Reviewer:
James Hunt
March 24th, 2009

Uncanny X-Men #507

One cannot help but get the impression with this issue of "Uncanny X-Men" that things are about to go from bad to worse for our favorite mutants.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
March 24th, 2009

Avengers: The Initiative Featuring Reptil #1

Christos N. Gage chooses to introduce a character by forcing him to stand on his own two feet. There's no marquee superhero here to share the spotlight – just Reptil.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Christos N. Gage
Artists:
Steve Uy
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 24th, 2009

Immortal Iron Fist #24

Kano's lush artwork and dynamic figures make this comic rise as special as it needs to be.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Duane Swierczynski
Artists:
Kano
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 24th, 2009

Dark Reign: Elektra #1

This first issue starts with a terrible scene and gets marginally better by the end.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Zeb Wells
Artists:
Clay Mann, Mark Pennington
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 24th, 2009

X-Factor #41

Madrox meets back up with one old friend while the others carry on without him. 'X-Factor' is back on its game.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter David
Artists:
Valentine De Landro, Marco Santucci, Pat Davidson
Reviewer:
James Hunt
March 23rd, 2009

Wolverine #71

Millar and McNiven continue to do great work on this series.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Millar
Artists:
Steve McNiven, Dexter Vines
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 23rd, 2009

Punisher #3

The Punisher fights the Shaolin Scientist Squad and the Hood’s goons as his war on Norman Osborn continues, and this relaunch proves successful.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Rick Remender
Artists:
Jerome Opena
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 19th, 2009

Dark Avengers #3

While most of the issue is a very mundane fight sequence, things kick off with a phenomenal discussion between Norman Osborn and the Sentry that answers a lot of questions and raises even more.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Mike Deodato
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 18th, 2009

X-Force #13

"Prelude to War" in "X-Force" #13 features less of the prelude and more of the war this team has already been involved with.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost
Artists:
Clayton Crain
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 17th, 2009

Ultimate X-Men #100

In this final issue, Madrox blows up much of the world and all remaining roads lead to "Ultimatum."

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Aron E. Coleite
Artists:
Mark Brooks, Karl Story
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 17th, 2009

Spider-Man: Noir #4

More "pulp" than "noir," the best part of this series is Carmine Di Giandomenico's spectacular artwork.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
David Hine, Fabrice Sapolsky
Artists:
Carmine Di Giandomenico
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 17th, 2009

Thunderbolts #130

Bong Dazo takes over for Roberto De La Torre and it's not a pretty sight.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Andy Diggle
Artists:
Bong Dazo, Joe Pimentel
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 17th, 2009

Guardians of the Galaxy #11

A trip into one of the realms beyond reality finds Drax and Quasar fighting a fight against a most unexpected foe.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Wes Craig
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 16th, 2009

The Amazing Spider-Girl #30

"Amazing Spider-Girl" comes to an end once more, with DeFalco, Frenz and Buscema gathered for the party.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Tom DeFalco, Ron Frenz
Artists:
Ron Frenz, Sal Buscema
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 16th, 2009

X-Men: Noir #4

A strong finale to a series I had written off too early.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Fred Van Lente
Artists:
Dennis Calero
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 16th, 2009

Young Avengers: Sidekicks

Sure, "Young Avengers" isn't a new title. You're right, the trade has been out a while, but it's being reviewed here and now. If you've wondered what all the hubbub is about, check this review out.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Alan Heinberg
Artists:
Jim Cheung, John Dell, Mark Morales, Drew Geraci
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 13th, 2009

Hulk: Broken Worlds #1

An anthology comic that takes a look at various incarnations of the Hulk.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Fred Van Lente, Roy Thomas, Paul Benjamin, Peter David
Artists:
Clayton Henry, Herb Trimpe, Karl Kesel, Diego Latorre, Rodney Buchemi, Greg Adams
Reviewer:
James Hunt
March 11th, 2009

Marvel Apes: Speedball #1

No, seriously. It's Speedball. And he's a monkey. Maybe that's why Joe Quesada's least favorite character got his own one shot?

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Karl Kesel, Tom Peyer
Artists:
Ramon Bachs, Chad Hardin, Walden Wong
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 11th, 2009

Invincible Iron Man #11

Tony's on the run, and Fraction and Larroca show the repercussions.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larroca
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 10th, 2009

Captain Britain and MI:13 #11

Dracula’s invasion of England officially kicks off and Paul Cornell writes one hell of an issue.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Jay Leisten, Mike Collins, Robin Riggs
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 9th, 2009

Cable #12

"Cable" seems to be biding its time for now, but this issue's look into Hope's mind almost makes the slow pace of the series worth it.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Duane Swierczynski
Artists:
Jamie McKelvie, Ariel Olivetti
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
March 9th, 2009

X-Men Manifest Destiny: Nightcrawler #1

Nightcrawler heads back home to confront his demons, figuratively and literally.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
James Asmus
Artists:
Jorge Molina, Adrian Syaf, Victor Olazaba, Vicente Cifuentes
Reviewer:
James Hunt
March 9th, 2009

Ghost Rider #33

Jason Aaron and Tony Moore combine to tell a 5 star story of the Spirits of Vengeance and Heaven's mission on earth.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tony Moore
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
March 9th, 2009

Black Panther #2

Since Dr. Doom is on the cover, I think I can safely reveal that Doom attacked the Black Panther in the last issue. This leads to a new, female Black Panther, who still doesn't appear in this book.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Reginald Hudlin
Artists:
Ken Lashley, Paul Neary
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 8th, 2009

Ultimate Wolverine Vs. Hulk #3

After a 3 year break, Wolverine and Hulk continue their fight.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Damon Lindelof
Artists:
Leinil Francis Yu
Reviewer:
James Hunt
March 5th, 2009

Daredevil #116

"Return of the King" begins here with an update on what Wilson Fisk has been up to these past few months.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
David Aja, Stefano Gaudiano
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 5th, 2009

Secret Warriors #2

Baron Strucker is back and the monocle is gone! Meet the man that’s beaten Nick Fury for years — without Fury knowing it!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jonathan Hickman, Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Stefano Caselli
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 4th, 2009

Dark Reign: Fantastic Four #1

Jonathan Hickman’s work on the Fantastic Four begins here with cookie cutter characterization and a wonderful premise that has Reed Richards trying to fix the world.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jonathan Hickman
Artists:
Sean Chen, Lorenzo Ruggiero
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
March 4th, 2009

War of Kings #1

Marvel's Space Revitalization leads up to a War of Kings, as all the sides come together and fight. By Abnett, Lanning, Pelletier, and Magyar.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
March 3rd, 2009

X-Men/Spider-Man #4

This high-flying series crashes a bit on the landing.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Christos Gage
Artists:
Mario Alberti
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 3rd, 2009

Agents of Atlas #2

The art in the present day scenes and the flashbacks is excellent, but this series hasn't really started rolling yet.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeff Parker
Artists:
Carlo Pagulayan, Jason Paz, Gabriel Hardman
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 2nd, 2009

New Avengers: Reunion #1

Hawkeye and Mockingbird, back together again, and it's not all peaches and ice cream.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jim McCann
Artists:
David Lopez, Alvaro Lopez
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
March 2nd, 2009

She-Hulk #38

She-Hulk's title makes another curtain call, bringing her total cancelled titles somewhere into "Aquaman"-like numbers.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter David
Artists:
Steve Scott, Vicente Cifuentes
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
March 1st, 2009

War Machine #3

Ares sure does show up in a lot of comics these days, doesn’t he? Well, his appearance here is very good. Shame the rest of the issue isn’t.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Greg Pak
Artists:
Leonardo Manco
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
February 26th, 2009

Thunderbolts #129

On this week’s episode of “Normie’s Thunderbolts”: When America gets a new president, Normie and the Thunderbolts gang cook up a zany scheme to get in his good books, while Songbird learns a valuable lesson from a homeless man! Friday 8:30 Eastern

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Andy Diggle
Artists:
Roberto de la Torre, Carlos Magno, Scott Hanna
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
February 26th, 2009

Mighty Avengers #22

A newly assembled Avengers team come into conflict with Mordred – and themselves! By Slott and Pham.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Slott
Artists:
Khoi Pham, Allen Martinez, Danny Miki
Reviewer:
James Hunt
February 25th, 2009

X-Factor #40

After last month's shock ending, "X-Factor" goes for a more introspective, quiet issue, and the result is much more pleasing.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter David
Artists:
Valentine de Landro, Pat Davidson
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
February 25th, 2009

New Avengers #50

Guest artists galore! The New Avengers hate the Dark Avengers! Continuity error! Pop culture references! Extra pages! Read the review!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Billy Tan, Matt Banning, Bryan Hitch, David Aja, Michael Gaydos, David López, Álvaro López, Alex Maleev, Steve McNiven, Dexer Vines, Leinil Francis Yu, Mark Morales, Steve Epting, Greg Horn
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
February 25th, 2009

Captain America #47

The Winter Soldier returns to action in an action comic that's surprisingly introspective.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Butch Guice
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
February 25th, 2009

Ultimate Fantastic Four #60

"Ultimate Fantastic Four" comes to an end – with a cliffhanger and instructions to read two other comics.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Joe Pokaski
Artists:
Tyler Kirkham, Jason Gorder, Rick Basaldua, Sal Regla
Reviewer:
James Hunt
February 24th, 2009

Hulk #10

A contest of champions plucked from the time stream with beautiful art by Ed McGuinness.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeph Loeb
Artists:
Ed McGuinness, Dexter Vines
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
February 24th, 2009

Uncanny X-Men #506

Colossus takes on the mob while Beast and Angel are forced to contend with some decidedly stranger b-movie rejects. By Fraction & Dodson.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson
Reviewer:
James Hunt
February 23rd, 2009

Guardians of the Galaxy #10

This issues covers a lot of ground, from Warlock's adventures to Star-Lord's peril to Major Victory's quandary. This review dials in the focus a little tighter, however.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Brad Walker, Victor Olazaba, Livesay
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
February 22nd, 2009
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