Mighty Avengers #10 (Marvel) - I mentioned last week that New Avengers #39 and Mighty Avengers #10 were supposed to come out this week, but it looks like due to allegations of art theft against artist David Mack Marvel has delayed printing New Avengers #39. Controversy aside, Brian Michael Bendis’ Avenger titles have been top notch, even in the face of crossovers. I think that is because Bendis basically created Secret Invasion…
Wonder Woman #18 (DC) - I’m loving Gail Simone’s writing on this title. As much as Wonder Woman could be a Thor-like anachronism, there are more sci-fi elements infused seamlessly into the ancient feel of the character.
The Astounding Wolf-Man #5 (Image) - Robert Kirkman’s titles have been slowly cranking out the past few months. This series is the best of his titles, in my opinion. There is science and magic, super hero cliché and great, gory plot twists. Yeah, people always complain about Kirkman having too much dialog, but that is usually tolerable. I think what is appealing about this series for me is that it’s new and not caught up in itself, like Invincible is.
Serenity: Better Days #1 (Dark Horse) - Let’s see how it is! This isn’t the TV show us fans are wanting, but its better than nothing. I’m not worried about this title being well-written - it’s Joss Whedon, so you know it will be good. I’m more hesitant about if this story needs to be told. The only big unanswered question is about Shepard Book’s past, and if this series is just another random story… well, it’ll just sort of be.
Badger Saves the World #3 (IDW) - Another fun, thoughtful series. It is harder to get into stuff that isn’t DC, Marvel, or based on an existing property, but I’m glad I picked up this book. There are so many elements and themes bouncing around you’re less surprised by how much is happening and more by how it all seems to fit together.
Images courtesy their respective publishers
Matt Knicl: My name is Matt Knicl. I'm a U of I alumn and one of those unemployed English majors Garrison Keillor likes to make fun of. I've been reading comics since high school and one day I would like to write them. My goal is to expose readers to what is out there in the world of comics and using my English powers, show what is worth reading or not. I can be reached at buzz.comics@gmail.com.
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Matt Knicl
My name is Matt Knicl. I'm a U of I alumn and one of those unemployed English majors Garrison Keillor likes to make fun of. I've been reading comics since high school and one day I would like to write them. My goal is to expose readers to what is out there in the world of comics and using my English powers, show what is worth reading or not. I can be reached at buzz.comics@gmail.com.