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EXTRAORDINARY X-MEN MAGIK Warning II

Wolverine and the X-Men #36 courtesy Marvel

Illyana you have been warned…again!

Storm’s Extraordinary X-Men fought to save the life of Apocalypse (yes, you read right) in this week’s issue 12. A greater evil could be growing within X-Haven.

Writer Jeff Lemire and artist Humberto Ramos delivered the latest chapter of Apocalypse Wars while giving another ominous warning about a threat that’s been building since their first issue.

Storm, Iceman, Jean Grey, Logan, Nightcrawler and Cerebra are trapped a thousand years in the future after pursuing hundreds of mutant embryos. In this Omega World Colossus had been transformed into a Horseman of Apocalypse.

After a thrilling issue, we have twisted cliffhanger with a X-Man turned rogue and the team forced to save and keep one of their oldest enemies alive. But this is an important chapter for Magik fans and what’s next. Continue reading EXTRAORDINARY X-MEN MAGIK Warning II

TYLER HOECHLIN As SUPERMAN In Costume

A new Superman soars into the DC Universe on The CW Network this fall. DC Comics shared first look at Tyler Hoechlin as the Man of Steel seen here with Melissa Benoist as Kara Zor-El.

Melissa Benoist and Tyler Hoechlin as Supergirl and Superman courtesy DC Comics the The CW

The Everybody Wants Some and Teen Wolf star is the latest actor to play Superman when Hoechlin joins the cast of The CW’s Supergirl. Continue reading TYLER HOECHLIN As SUPERMAN In Costume

KILL BATMAN, MONSTER MEN, VILLAINS RETURN

DC Comics previewed what’s next for the Batman family of books at San Diego Comic-Con with new art at San Diego Comic Con.

Following up his Batman run, writer Scott Snyder will launch ALL-STAR BATMAN next month with top artists and focusing on the Dark Knight’s Rogues Gallery.

My Own Worst Enemy is the first story arc featuring Two-Face with artist John Romita Jr. Batman will be handcuffed to Two-Face on a cross country road trip to a possible cure for the villain he once called friend Harvey Dent. Every assassin, bounty hunter, ordinary citizen with something to hide, and “even a Bat-ally” will be chasing them down with one goal: Kill the Batman. Continue reading KILL BATMAN, MONSTER MEN, VILLAINS RETURN

AFTER CIVIL WAR II, WHO WILL TAKE THE OATH?

Civil War II is far from over. No one can predict who or if there will really be a winner. But the epilogue is being written.

After the first Civil War, there was The Confession, two talks between Tony Stark and Steve Rogers. One after Captain America’s surrender. The other after Cap’s death with just Tony.

In the spirit of The Confession, Marvel announced Civil War II: The Oath by Nick Spencer and Rod Reis. In the epilogue to the current superhero showdown, Captain Marvel and Iron Man turn to the friend they both trust most, Captain America.

But this isn’t the Steve Rogers they’ve known and trusted. It’s Steve Rogers, Hydra operative.

Nick Spencer is the writer responsible for the controversial change in Rogers and he will craft this important chapter following this summer’s big event.

What is the Oath? Continue reading AFTER CIVIL WAR II, WHO WILL TAKE THE OATH?

FAITH Meets Her First Super Villain

Faith Herbert shatters comics records and become a pop culture phenomenon but is she ready to meet her very first super-villain?

Valiant presents a first look at FAITH #2 – the second chapter of ongoing series starring the Harbinger breakout hero from writer Jody Houser and artists Pere Perez and Marguerite Sauvage.

Faith Herbert faces her greatest challenge yet in the form of her own rogue looking for vengeance. Faith/Zephyr’s secret identity is jeopardy because this enemy’s scheme. Continue reading FAITH Meets Her First Super Villain

DEATH OF X, VILLAIN COMEBACKS & NEW HEROES After CIVIL WAR II

Marvel unveils new number ones, new books, new heroes and big changes. The finale and aftermath of Civil War II with the banner Divided We Stand. Following up on the Marvel Now! catalog previews fans can now see the full October previews. Here the big highlights from new number ones to new details about Death of X.

Number ones:

Champions #1
Ms. Marvel, Nova, Spider-Man, Viv Vision, Totally Awesome Hulk and young Cyclops strike out on their own in a new title by Mark Waid and Humberto Ramos.

Champions: No Time For Losers #1
Flashback collection to the original Champions (Hercules, Black Widow, Ghost Rider, Iceman by legendary creators Tony Isabella, Bill Mantlo, Don Heck, George Tuska and John Byrne. Continue reading DEATH OF X, VILLAIN COMEBACKS & NEW HEROES After CIVIL WAR II

NIGHTWING, BATGIRL, TITANS & OUTLAWS In DC REBIRTH This Week

Who is Better Than Batman?

Meet DC’s new Trinity?

Batgirl exits Burnside?

Our new comic book picks of the week, part one with the big DC Rebirth titles.

Batgirl #1

Barbara Gordon goes Beyond Burnside in her brand new series by Hope Larson and Rafael Albuquerque.

Babs undergoes training with the world’s best fighters in Japan. A chance meeting puts a target on Batgirl’s back and pulls her into a global mystery.

Nightwing #1

Is Dick Grayson Better Than Batman in the first arc by Tim Seeley and Javi Fernandez? Grayson is back in black and blue. There’s been a deadly power play in the Parliament of Owls. Dick is forced to take on a new mentor who challenges him to rethink everything Batman taught him and how to bring bad guys to justice. Continue reading NIGHTWING, BATGIRL, TITANS & OUTLAWS In DC REBIRTH This Week

CAPTAIN MARVEL, BLACK PANTHER, DOCTOR STRANGE, SPIDEY MARVEL Movie Updates

Marvel unleashed a tidal wave of updates on their upcoming movies at San Diego Comic Con.

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige announced the Oscar winner who will play Captain Marvel, the villain of the next Spidey movie plus Black Panther, Guardians of the Galaxy (Star-Lord’s father!) news and unveiled the new Doctor Strange trailer. Here we go:

Spider-Man: Homecoming:

New Marvel concept art confirmed Spidey will face the Vulture in the reboot directed by Jon Watts.

A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Tom Holland), who made his debut in Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Civil War, begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinger. Continue reading CAPTAIN MARVEL, BLACK PANTHER, DOCTOR STRANGE, SPIDEY MARVEL Movie Updates

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