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This futuristic, unique and deeply mysterious story continues to move forward slowly but surely, with twists and cliffhangers abound.
I read the first trade an entire month ago and figured I would be lost upon starting this one, but luckily it is written well enough to avoid being confusing. Most of these issues weren't exceptionally exciting, but the emotional depth remains compelling and issue eight nearly had me in tears.
The volume ends with a prominent cliffhanger and I'm definitely interested in seeing how it will be resolved.
I read the first trade an entire month ago and figured I would be lost upon starting this one, but luckily it is written well enough to avoid being confusing. Most of these issues weren't exceptionally exciting, but the emotional depth remains compelling and issue eight nearly had me in tears.
The volume ends with a prominent cliffhanger and I'm definitely interested in seeing how it will be resolved.
I'm honestly not sure why I bothered reading to the end of this trade. The entire story was convoluted and confusing and finishing it was hardly worth my time.
I haven't read any comics with these characters previously, and unfortunately these issues have not urged me to seek out more content in which they're involved. Although Jason was the main protagonist his characterization was overwhelmingly shallow, Roy was just barely endearing and the way Kori was written was such an atrocity I don't even have the energy to explain all the reasons why.
Respect yourself and don't attempt to start this series. Now that the entire DC Universe has been rebooted there is absolutely no point in suffering through each page.
I haven't read any comics with these characters previously, and unfortunately these issues have not urged me to seek out more content in which they're involved. Although Jason was the main protagonist his characterization was overwhelmingly shallow, Roy was just barely endearing and the way Kori was written was such an atrocity I don't even have the energy to explain all the reasons why.
Respect yourself and don't attempt to start this series. Now that the entire DC Universe has been rebooted there is absolutely no point in suffering through each page.
Moon Knight, Vol. 1: From the Dead
Steven Sanders, Ron Ackins, Germán Peralta, Greg Smallwood, Cullen Bunn, Warren Ellis, Fabio Gamberini, Walden Wong, Giuseppe Camuncoli, Declan Shalvey, Jordie Bellaire, Brian Wood, Tom Palmer, Victor Olazaba, Dan Brown
I've never read Moon Knight titles before, and was somewhat apprehensive about starting them due to Marvel's unfortunate history of severely misunderstanding the nature of mental illness. However I was pleasantly surprised to see that Marc's supposed dissociative identity disorder was explained to be a misdiagnosis, since one cannot simply 'catch' a disorder based upon childhood trauma.
I enjoyed many other aspects of the comic as well. The art was striking, and made use of vast color contrast along with creepy imagery to create pictures able to stick in one's memory. Moon Knight's power and confidence nearly radiated off the page.
My only significant criticism is that I would have liked for the volume to feel less episodic. Many of the issues were unsettlingly interesting and I believe they could have been expanded upon further in order to create more rewarding conclusions.
I enjoyed many other aspects of the comic as well. The art was striking, and made use of vast color contrast along with creepy imagery to create pictures able to stick in one's memory. Moon Knight's power and confidence nearly radiated off the page.
My only significant criticism is that I would have liked for the volume to feel less episodic. Many of the issues were unsettlingly interesting and I believe they could have been expanded upon further in order to create more rewarding conclusions.
Green Lanterns, Vol. 1: Rage Planet
Dave Sharpe, Neil Edwards, Jack Herbert, Vincente Cifuentes, Blond, Sam Humphries, Tom Derenick, Mark Irwin, Travis Lanham, Marc Deering, Jason Wright, Ed Benes, Rob Hunter, Geoff Johns, Robson Rocha, Keith Champagne, Jay Leisten, Tom Palmer, Ethan Van Sciver
A friend suggested that I give this series a try in spite of my heavy dislike for Green Lantern Corps Rebirth, and I'm grateful to say that I found it superior in comparison.
The plot was not exceptionally interesting but Simon and Jessica themselves were fully realized characters whose personal and societal struggles were written in a passionate manner that abstained from melodrama. I unequivocally relate to Jessica's anxiety and appreciated that both the emotional and physical components involved in living with it were described well.
Throughout the story the Green Lanterns' powers of will were effectively displayed without reducing their characters to that of nearly flawless beings who were stripped of natural human traits. Their rings may hail from an otherworldly origin, but thankfully their personalities still felt down to earth.
Seeing the protagonists' shared triumph also made their original incompatibility as partners worth witnessing, and I am looking forward to seeing how they continue to grow both individually and together.
The plot was not exceptionally interesting but Simon and Jessica themselves were fully realized characters whose personal and societal struggles were written in a passionate manner that abstained from melodrama. I unequivocally relate to Jessica's anxiety and appreciated that both the emotional and physical components involved in living with it were described well.
Throughout the story the Green Lanterns' powers of will were effectively displayed without reducing their characters to that of nearly flawless beings who were stripped of natural human traits. Their rings may hail from an otherworldly origin, but thankfully their personalities still felt down to earth.
Seeing the protagonists' shared triumph also made their original incompatibility as partners worth witnessing, and I am looking forward to seeing how they continue to grow both individually and together.
Maybe I could appreciate this comic more if I was reading it around the time it was first published and Batman's gritty and modern 'realism' was fresh, but as of yesterday I did not enjoy it.
I had little to no interest in learning about James Gordon's origin or perspective, which was unfortunate since his character was arguably given more focus than even Bruce himself.
I also did not understand how many of Bruce's actions involved in his mission to save Gotham were constructive. He was eventually able to bring down some corrupt members of the local government and police force, but before that he attacked a man exploiting a child as a prostitute without actually helping her out of that horrific situation and used near-lethal force on what he recognized was a group of teenage thieves.
If there was a message about morality included in the multitude of thoughtless actions included in this story I failed to grasp it, though I probably will continue to read different Batman titles going forward.
I had little to no interest in learning about James Gordon's origin or perspective, which was unfortunate since his character was arguably given more focus than even Bruce himself.
I also did not understand how many of Bruce's actions involved in his mission to save Gotham were constructive. He was eventually able to bring down some corrupt members of the local government and police force, but before that he attacked a man exploiting a child as a prostitute without actually helping her out of that horrific situation and used near-lethal force on what he recognized was a group of teenage thieves.
If there was a message about morality included in the multitude of thoughtless actions included in this story I failed to grasp it, though I probably will continue to read different Batman titles going forward.
This volume was a definite improvement from the first one in multiple aspects. I don't want to be rude to the previous creative team so I'm not going to divulge into comparison details, but I somewhat reluctantly read these issues in the last minutes before my trial subscription to Comixology Unlimited expired and am now extremely glad I did so.
Both arcs included positively appealed to me since their main focus was on Jughead's dynamics with his friends, which I was hoping would receive more attention. The romantic drama was unsettling at first since it's never right for someone of any sexuality to be pressured into a relationship they're uncomfortable with, but ultimately the point of the plot was in showing that honest communication is necessary, healthy and pays off in ways you may have not expected.
I also appreciated the good-natured humor and how relaxed most of the dialog managed to be. Each character undoubtedly read as an endearing and realistic teenager, even as they haphazardly collided with improbable situations and magical elements.
Both arcs included positively appealed to me since their main focus was on Jughead's dynamics with his friends, which I was hoping would receive more attention. The romantic drama was unsettling at first since it's never right for someone of any sexuality to be pressured into a relationship they're uncomfortable with, but ultimately the point of the plot was in showing that honest communication is necessary, healthy and pays off in ways you may have not expected.
I also appreciated the good-natured humor and how relaxed most of the dialog managed to be. Each character undoubtedly read as an endearing and realistic teenager, even as they haphazardly collided with improbable situations and magical elements.
The plots included in these issues weren't extraordinary, but added depth was given to the main protagonists and I find it immensely rewarding to see their relationships and understanding of each other grow as the series continues.
I don't have much else to say about this volume, however, its simplicity did not lead it to be any worse than its predecessor and I still found it truly enjoyable to read.
I don't have much else to say about this volume, however, its simplicity did not lead it to be any worse than its predecessor and I still found it truly enjoyable to read.
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Afterlife with Archie, Vol. 1: Escape from Riverdale
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Francesco Francavilla, Jack Morelli
Admittedly this comic had a concept that could have easily gone wrong and come off as ridiculous, but it was executed well and managed to be fairly horrifying as it invoked feelings of genuine concern and grief for the characters involved.
The chilling and atmospheric art paired impeccably with the writing to tell an story that was exhilarating with both its savagery and emotion. In my opinion, the use of Archie's childhood flashback sequences created the most poignant scenes and a harsh reminder of how depraved Riverdale had very recently become.
I am disappointed by how anti-climatic I found the ending of this first arc, but enjoyed the series regardless and do plan to continue reading further.
The chilling and atmospheric art paired impeccably with the writing to tell an story that was exhilarating with both its savagery and emotion. In my opinion, the use of Archie's childhood flashback sequences created the most poignant scenes and a harsh reminder of how depraved Riverdale had very recently become.
I am disappointed by how anti-climatic I found the ending of this first arc, but enjoyed the series regardless and do plan to continue reading further.
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Archie, Vol. 1
Fiona Staples, Andre Symanowicz, Joe Eisma, Annie Wu, Mark Waid, Andre Szymanowicz, Veronica Fish, Ryan Jampole, Andre Syzmanowicz, Jen Vaughn, Jack Morelli, Audrey Mok, Pete Woods, Thomas Pitilli
When I was eleven, approximately 99% of my allowance went towards buying Archie digests until I discovered that some of the strips included were reprints, and felt an overpowering, albeit irrational, sense of betrayal. It's been nearly a decade since then, but I'm glad to be reading Archie stories guaranteed to be new and original.
I'm also glad that I enjoyed each issue even more than I expected to. The members of the classic lineup are expertly designed to remain familiar with more depth added to their characterization, and the newer characters fit right in. The plot was engaging with both its drama and humor, and I am definitely interested in continuing to read this series and follow the further adventures of the Riverdale teens.
I'm also glad that I enjoyed each issue even more than I expected to. The members of the classic lineup are expertly designed to remain familiar with more depth added to their characterization, and the newer characters fit right in. The plot was engaging with both its drama and humor, and I am definitely interested in continuing to read this series and follow the further adventures of the Riverdale teens.
Batman '66, Vol. 1
Jonathan Case, Colleen Coover, Ty Templeton, Ruben Procopio, Jeff Parker, Sandy Jarrell, Joe Quiñones
This comic was reasonably entertaining and had an episodic structure which managed to feel appropriate, even though I typically prefer overarching plots.
My favorite part of each issue was definitely the dialog. It was regularly silly but added more amusement to the simplistic storylines and allowed their villains to be almost endearing instead of purely antagonistic.
I actually have not seen the '60s Batman show, but nevertheless I enjoyed the upbeat nature featured in this series, even if it may not have been accurate to the original television program.
My favorite part of each issue was definitely the dialog. It was regularly silly but added more amusement to the simplistic storylines and allowed their villains to be almost endearing instead of purely antagonistic.
I actually have not seen the '60s Batman show, but nevertheless I enjoyed the upbeat nature featured in this series, even if it may not have been accurate to the original television program.