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DC COMICS NEW 52 HITS 52 in MAY Previews

DC Comics revealed comics coming this May with several books starring its biggest heroes reaching issue 52.

As The New 52 reaches 52 an all-star cast of artist will create variants paying homage to the big reboot that launched the modern era of DC Comics.

Does this month of milestone issues signal the end of The New 52 and the Rebirth co-publishers have been teasing?

May also means:

Superman’s Super League finale.

Scooby Doo faces the Apocalypse? Continue reading DC COMICS NEW 52 HITS 52 in MAY Previews

4001 A.D. And More VALIANT MAY COMICS

Valiant Entertainment revealed the new books coming this May including a crossover into the future.

4001 A.D. #1 (of 4)
Written by MATT KINDT
Art by CLAYTON CRAIN
In the tradition of BOOK OF DEATH, ARMOR HUNTERS, and HARBINGER WARS, Valiant’s most ambitious crossover event yet starts here! At the dawn of the 41st century, the future of Earth will be decided in the stars. This May…the rebellion begins in 4001 A.D.!

One hundred years from today, Father – the benevolent artificial intelligence that governs the island nation of Japan – will gain sentience. To defend its borders, Father will take drastic action by launching Japan into space…where its people will thrive in isolation, away from the overpopulated and resource-deprived planet below. Over the centuries, as New Japan orbits our increasingly unstable world, it will become a model society – one built on peace, prosperity… and Father’s control. Continue reading 4001 A.D. And More VALIANT MAY COMICS

New Comics Picks for February 17, 2016

A major Avengers crossover begins, Harley Quinn’s torn between two lovers in Arkham Asylum and more new comics picks of the week:

Avengers Standoff: Assault on Pleasant Hill #0

Two Captain Americas won’t be enough to defeat the threat in this mysterious town. What is the secret of Pleasant Hill?

Estranged friends Steve Rogers and Sam Wilson unite in the prelude by Nick Spencer. The first big crossover of the All-New, All-Different Marvel Now and Civil War II begins here. Continue reading New Comics Picks for February 17, 2016

INSIDE SUPERMAN’S SUPER LEAGUE

The Man of Steel is back to full power in a few months with a new writer, new arc and in a league of his own.

Acclaimed writer Peter J. Tomasi (Batman and Robin) will take over all the Superman books in April and May with the Super League arc.

With Rebirth teasers coming from DC’s co-publishers and Superman counting down to issue 52 since the birth of The New 52, could Super League be the swan song and lead to a new beginning for Kal El and the DC Universe?

DC Comics shared a first look inside Superman #51 by Mikel Janin and see the chapters of the new arc: Continue reading INSIDE SUPERMAN’S SUPER LEAGUE

SUPERHERO ROMANCES For VALENTINE’S DAY

Happy Valentine’s Day.

Where is the love?

As we approach the big romantic holiday some of the most iconic couples in comic books are apart. Comics always have a soap opera element but it’s hard to find a beloved super couple on solid ground but there’s always hope for a romantic reunion.

Superhero love is constantly tested by powerful villains, evil conspiracies, the end of the multiverse, demonic possessions, alien invasions and sometimes…psychic cheating?

Here’s a look at the most famous Marvel comics super couples and the status of their romance as we celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Let’s begin one of the most complicated love triangles in the X-Men mythos:

Continue reading SUPERHERO ROMANCES For VALENTINE’S DAY

MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE Preview

Imagine the mightiest heroes and vilest villains fighting it out right before you very eyes – live!

Avengers, X-Men, Spider-Man and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. soared from comic book pages to conquer the multiple screens. Now these legendary characters star in a spectacular live show coming to KeyArena and the Tacoma Dome.

Marvel Universe Live! brings comic book action and adventure to arenas around the globe and the tour storms into the Pacific Northwest for seven nights in two cities. Continue reading MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE Preview

WRATH of AZRAEL on GOTHAM

The Wrath of the Villains is coming then Gotham returns for a second half of season two.

Producers confirmed Azrael is coming and are giving hints about how the warrior of vengeance will be portrayed on the before Batman prequel series.

In the Fall finale, the Order of St. Dumas failed in their plot to seize Gotham City and destroy the last surviving Wayne. The Order’s Theo Galavan died.

Azrael is a title passed down in the brotherhood. This “Angel of Death” enforces The Order’s agenda and executes its vengeance.

In the comics, an adult Batman faced Azrael (Jean Paul Valley) who became an independent anti-crime crusader and even was Batman.

How will the Azrael be different from his comic book counterpart? Continue reading WRATH of AZRAEL on GOTHAM

DEADPOOL For Virgins

As you may have picked up from the movie trailer, Deadpool is unstoppable.

After a supporting role in X-Men: Origins: Wolverine, Ryan Reynolds is back leading a spinoff that’s true to the ultra-violent, darkly hilarious anti-hero that’s been shooting and hacking his way through 25 years of adventures in Marvel Comics.

Who is Deadpool?

In the tradition of our for Virgins series, here’s what you need to know about the man in black and red if you’re read one, hundreds or no comics. Continue reading DEADPOOL For Virgins

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