Thursday Morning Superhero

There is a lot going on for Star Wars fans.  Funko recently announced a subscription based box, BB-8 continues to mesmerize me every time I lay eyes on that darn droid, and each bit of news from The Force Awakens makes it harder to wait until December.  Fortunately for us fans, Marvel has stepped up big time and is delivering some amazing content for us to digest as quick as they can get it into print.  It truly is a great time to be a Star Wars fan and I cannot wait for the new film to introduce a new generation to this amazing franchise.

Pick of the Week:

Star Wars #9 - This issue opens up with a bang!  Luke quickly regains his lightsaber from the smuggler who swiped it, only to run into Grakkus the Hutt, a fiendish relative of Jabba who bears a necklace adorned with lightsabers.  Mix in his robotic legs, and you have an odd smash-up of Jabba and General Grievous.   Grakkus is anything but a typical Hutt, and is a welcome addition to the family.  Han and Leia actually get a small improvement to their situation.  When we last left them, Sana, Han's wife (?), called the Empire fleet down to claim Leia's bounty.  I remain in awe of how much fun this series is and can't recommend it enough.
 

The Rest:

Beauty #2 - We are treated to the second issue in this thrilling story about the STD that people are trying to catch.  For a refresher, the Beauty is a disease that makes the individual who is ill more attractive.  Unfortunately, spontaneous combustion appears to be a side effect.  This is not a good thing and the first issue ended with detective Foster learning he was infected.  This issue picks up with the investigation, but shows how awkward it is for individuals infected with the Beauty.  Foster has a hard time going about his day as everyone is aware of his change in appearance.  This issue introduced the idea of a government cover-up of the side effects of the disease and possible motivations to encourage infection.  Really digging the premise and the introduction that will delight your average conspiracy theorist. 

Captain America: White #1 - Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale have reunited to share another classic story of Captain America and Bucky.  The story is from the perspective of Cap while he is adjusting to waking up from his coma.  This is a must purchase for any Captain America fan and it is always refreshing to return to to the 40's and watch Cap and Bucky vs. the Germans.  While I enjoy what is currently happening with Captain America, I always welcome a return to what Captain America does best.  Kicking some Nazi butt!





POSTED BY MIKE N. aka Victor Domashev -- comic guy, proudly raising nerdy kids, and Nerds of a Feather contributor since 2012.

Thursday Morning Superhero

With my disinterest in both the Mavel and DC events, but pull list is shrinking each week.  Despite this, some good titles dropped this week and my attention is turned towards the Great Fables Wake.  Happening this upcoming weekend in Austin, fans of the beloved Fables will be treated to panels, original art, contests, and a pool party.  I am looking forward to returning to Fabletown one last time and celebrating the book the brought me back to comics many years ago.

Pick of the Week:
The Beauty #1 - This debut from Image sure looks like a sure fire hit.  Creators Jeremy Haun and Jason Hurley describe it as "the little book about an STD that makes you beautiful."  The Beauty tells a story that includes The Beauty, people who are very attractive that are carrying the disease, and the rest who are not as attractive but are disease free.  This divide has created anti-beauty activists and a wave of crimes related to the disease.  Very interesting premise and a great first issue that will leave you wanting more.  The first issue centers around a girl who has the disease who has apparently spontaneously combusted.  There is more going on with the STD then people realize and it will be interesting to see how things develop.  I smell a future TV deal with this one.  This is a great time to hop on this bandwagon. 

The Rest:
Batman #43 - We are one step closer to the return of Bruce Wayne as Batman, but Jim Gordon has one last massive task to complete.  He needs to stop Mr. Bloom.  Mr. Bloom is an intriguing villain who has been selling super powers via seeds he creates.  This type of power is sure to catch the attention of other villains, and it is clear that not everyone is happy with what he is providing to Gotham's criminals.  I feel that we are very close to Bruce putting on the cowl again, but Gordon has been a worthy replacement.  He just needs to survive one last battle.



The Walking Dead #145 - Things have been relatively calm on for Rick and company, but that has all changed after the recent events with the Whisperers.  An emotional issue is setting the stage for the next big arc that will likely end with a lot of beloved characters dead.  For some reason I fear Carl will either be killed or kill someone we care about.  He is too involved with the Whisperers and it isn't going to end well.

The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl #8 - After months of my friend telling me I should be reading this book, I finally decided to listen and am pleased that I did.  I caught the end of an arc that was filled with mind control, Cat Thor, humor, and action.  Ratatoskrage, a rat god who was involved with Wikipedia in some way, was wreaking havoc on New York City.  Squirrel Girl, with the help of some Asgardian friends, banishes the foe and sets the foundation for a new arc that I am exited to start from the beginning.  The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl was truly a joy to read and I have plans on picking up the back issues and adding this to my pull list.

 

POSTED BY MIKE N. aka Victor Domashev -- comic guy, proudly raising nerdy kids, and Nerds of a Feather contributor since 2012.