As a seasoned comic book enthusiast with a soft spot for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), I must say that this collection of reviews has certainly piqued my interest! It seems we have a rich tapestry of stories unfolding, from the gritty politics of House of Slaughter to the bold new world of Power Rangers Prime.
Enjoy your new comic book Wednesday! This week promises a significant wave in the comics world, and our team at ComicBook has pooled their resources to analyze and critique as many of this week’s notable comic book releases as we can. While we won’t be covering every single comic available, we’re taking a close look at new titles from Marvel, DC, Image Comics, BOOM! Studios, Dark Horse, Dynamite, Oni Press, IDW, Mad Cave Studios, DSTLRY, and various others!
We’ve made room for detailed reviews of two popular comics from this week – Freddie The Fix #1 and TVA #1. If our brief reviews spark your curiosity, don’t forget to read the full review for a more in-depth analysis. As always, we rate these on a scale of 1 to 5 whole or half numbers. You can find some of our previous reviews here. Now, let’s dive into this week’s new comic book releases!
DC
In the third installment of “Absolute Batman,” we witness an intriguing portrayal of a Batman unlike any other, stirring curiosity and challenging our expectations of the character. This issue offers a captivating glimpse into Bruce Wayne’s past, particularly his interactions with a young Selina Kyle, and sheds light on the true extent of the danger posed by the Party Animals and Black Mask.
In Action Comics #1080, Superman and his team tackle the chaos caused by the Phantom Zoners, with various duos pursuing individual fugitives. The storyline offers a blend of action and complexity as it delves into their challenging predicament – numerous escapees, limited resources, and Mon-El in trouble. Despite its engaging narrative, this issue falls short compared to previous ones, especially with the predictable twist at the end. Essentially, Action Comics #1080 serves as a stepping stone towards the next significant part of the arc, and while it’s not disappointing, it doesn’t quite reach the heights of its predecessors. – Nicole Drum
In the third installment of “Batman and Robin: Year One,” the dialogue veers away from the campy moments that were prevalent earlier, focusing instead on building a menacing adversary for Batman and Robin. The narrative also introduces an intense confrontation with the Maroni crime family and an unexpected twist from Two-Face. Furthermore, there’s a touch of humor in Bruce Wayne’s struggles as a mentor, along with a nerve-wracking scene that highlights Robin’s inexperience and the high risks involved for everyone. This might just be the best issue in the series so far, earning a rating of 4 out of 5. – Nicole Drum
Mark Waid’s interpretation of Batman and Superman’s past adventures offers a fresh perspective, focusing on tales that may not always revolve around Clark Kent and Bruce Wayne. In this issue, it’s Jimmy Olsen and Batgirl who set off to uncover the whereabouts of the World’s Finest duo and Robin. Notably, Waid continues to excel in portraying the diverse characters within the DC Universe. This time, artist Fran Galan takes the helm, contributing both pencil work and colors, resulting in some truly captivating visuals for this standalone story. World’s Finest remains one of the top books published by DC Comics, a sentiment I have repeatedly expressed in my reviews. Despite Dan Mora working on other titles, Waid’s writing and the new artists joining the team have produced engaging narratives in these recent stories. – Evan Valentine
As a dedicated comic book enthusiast, I must say that Catwoman #71 is a lengthy yet captivating read. It’s not for those who prefer casual perusals; you really need to stay focused throughout the issue. If you haven’t read the previous installment, you might find it a bit challenging to keep up.
In this review by Spencer Perry, he praises the seamless integration of the new Challengers of The Unknown #1 comic into the current DC Universe (DCU). He appreciates how series writer Christopher Cantwell has managed to balance the series within the existing context of the DCU while maintaining its classic “Challengers” feel. The artist, Sean Izaakse, and colorist, Romulo Fajardo Jr., are also commended for enhancing the material significantly with their smooth action sequences and character depictions. Overall, Perry rates this issue a 5 out of 5.
Green Lantern/Green Arrow: World’s Finest Special #1
In the latest installment of Nightwing, writer Watters is gradually getting to grips with the character of Dick Grayson, formerly known as the Boy Wonder. Although he hasn’t quite filled the shoes left by previous writers yet, the storyline offers some exciting moments, thanks in part to the artwork of Dexter Soy. The issue showcases both thrilling battle sequences and Dick’s interactions with Barbara Gordon that extend beyond her role as Batgirl. Overall, Nightwing #121 is one of the stronger issues from this new run, leaving us hopeful that future installments will strike a harmonious balance between Dick’s daily life and his nights spent as Nightwing. – Review by Evan Valentine
In “The Question: All Along The Watchtower #2,” Renee Montoya’s mesmerizing Watchtower mystery unfolds further, following the introduction of a dynamic team to tackle the investigation. Writer Alex Segura adds excitement and suspense by introducing chaos, featuring an engaging interplay between characters such as Blue Beetles, Bulleteer, Animal Man, and Batwoman, who provide stark contrasts to Renee’s reserved personality. The visual spectacle provided by artist Cian Tormey, colorist Romulo Fajardo Jr., and letterer Willie Schubert is stunning, making “The Question” seem exceptionally cool. Each character brings unique personality, with Renee Montoya standing out as the epitome of coolness. I eagerly anticipate exploring more about Renee’s history with Batwoman, but so far, her stint as Watchtower Sheriff has been an exhilarating noir adventure that lives up to my expectations. – Matthew Aguilar (Rating: 4 out of 5)
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Wonder Woman #16Apes make everything better and Wonder Woman #16 is proof of that. While the Sovereign storyline continues to feel like something that has been dragged out a bit too long, there is something to be said about using Detective Chimp to expose him. We also get a few more details about Trinity’s early life through the issue’s fantastic art, and the follow up that offers the origin of the Sovereign is a pretty interesting read. But when taken on the whole, Wonder Woman #16 still feels like it’s dragging its feet on a story that really should see more forward motion at this point and while by issue’s end it feels like we are getting closer to something more interesting and more concrete, it still feels like a lot of investment on something that could have been done a bit more simply. – Nicole Drum
Rating: 2.5 out of 5
MARVEL
In this latest installment of Daredevil #18, written by Saladin Ahmed, Matt Murdock navigates a whirlwind of events centered around Hell’s Kitchen’s Guardian Devil. The tumultuous storyline keeps readers on their toes as Daredevil deftly employs both his legal and superhero abilities. While Ahmed’s writing is commendable, Aaron Kuder’s artwork truly shines and solidifies Kuder’s reputation as an artist worthy of greater recognition. From rescuing children from danger to battling a demon that strikes a personal chord for Daredevil, this issue effectively heightens the tension and delivers another strong addition to the current run of the blind lawyer. – Evan Valentine (Rating: 4 out of 5)
Review of Deadpool #9: The recent Deadpool issue left me feeling a bit disappointed, not because I disliked its characters or jokes, but rather due to the hasty resolution of Wade Wilson’s sudden death. This is an ongoing issue in many superhero universes, including Marvel and DC, and the fact that Deadpool was only dead for a few issues after being hyped as a major event detracts from what this story could have been. Ellie, who took over as Deadpool, didn’t get much time to shine before she seemed to be getting comfortable in her new role. There are some intriguing hints about the future of Deadpool and Ellie, but they fail to overshadow the flaws of this particular issue.
– Evan Valentine
Rating: 2.5 out of 5
In Ryan North’s latest installment of Marvel’s iconic family, the Fantastic Four, we find a perfect balance of humor and heartwarmth focusing on Nicki Master-Grimm, a Skrull child raised by Ben and Alicia. This issue stands out as one of the funniest comics this year while also showcasing why the Thing excels as a modern father. Even if you’re not up-to-date with the recent misadventures of the Fantastic Four, this self-contained story serves as an excellent introduction to the team and their essence. – Evan Valentine
In a refreshing and engaging manner, Hellverine #1 effectively hooks both newcomers and longtime readers with its intriguing setup, hinting at exciting future developments. Benjamin Percy continues to demonstrate his exceptional talent for Marvel, turning potentially ordinary concepts into captivating stories; Hellverine is no exception. Artist Raffaele Ienco skillfully employs a straightforward style while maximizing the impact of the title character’s transformations. While it may appear to be a comic that relies on gimmicks, it’s one that offers a reading experience well worth your time.
Title Scene: The Immortal Thor #18
TVA #1Marvel has a number of stellar shows under its umbrella, but one of its best is the timeline-hopping sensation known as Loki. That story wrapped up in Loki season 2 with a meaningful sacrifice, and unfortunately, it doesn’t appear that a season 3 is likely to happen. Loki fans are in luck though, because Marvel has brought quite a few of those elements to the comics with its TVA series, and the Time Variance Authority reunion can’t help but strike some of those lovely nostalgic chords, with some wonderful new additions to the mix. – Matthew Aguilar
Rating: 4 out of 5 (Read the full review here)
“Ultimate Spider-Man #12” Review
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Essentially, Freddie The Fix starts off intriguingly but falls short in its attempt to be provocative, trading shock value for narrative depth and cluttering the narrative with excessive writing that doesn’t always deliver. Despite debuting as part of the horror anthology Ninth Circle, which is creator-owned and driven, it unfortunately comes across as a rather unremarkable opening act. Instead of instilling terror and fear, the story seems to focus more on constructing an elaborate world. The reader is left yearning for a richer narrative, but we’re simply not provided with it. – Nicole Drum
Rating: 2 out of 5 (Read the full review here)
As a passionate cinephile diving headfirst into the latest chapter of the G.I. Joe saga, I can confidently say that issue #2 continues to deliver an exhilarating ride. From the very start, writer Joshua Williamson masterfully sets the stage for high-stakes action, and things only escalate from there as our heroic Joes find themselves in a precarious situation against Cobra’s formidable technological superiority.
OTHER PUBLISHERS
In House of Slaughter #28, the story starts off with a powerful impact and transitions through multiple viewpoints throughout the comic, which offers advantages and disadvantages. The overarching perspective of The Order, revealing its financing as well as its ability to regenerate troops after losses in dangerous missions, provides valuable context that helps paint the big picture. However, this is offset by an abundance of dialogue and narration that significantly slows down the pace, even before another perspective shift that brings the story almost to a standstill and muddies the main narrative. While I usually appreciate the detailed exploration of The Order’s past and its various factions, this issue felt weighed down by it. Fingers crossed for a pick-up in pace and clarity in the next installment. – Matthew Aguilar (Rating: 2.5 out of 5)
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