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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:

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TRAITOR REVEALED in ALL-NEW, ALL-DIFFERENT AVENGERS

All-New, All-Different Avengers #1 courtesy Marvel

A traitor exposed.

A villainous mastermind revealed.

A rookie Avenger kicked out.

Avenging icons trapped.

Major events in All-New, All-Different Avengers #5 will have a huge impact on more Marvel books.

Ms. Marvel was kicked off the team in this week’s issue. We knew it was coming but now we know why and what it could mean for Marvel’s major event: Civil War II.

Before we continue here’s a SPOILER ALERT! Continue reading TRAITOR REVEALED in ALL-NEW, ALL-DIFFERENT AVENGERS

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

STAR TREK EXHIBITION AT EMP MUSEUM

Hailing Frequencies!

Earth’s headquarters for science fiction and pop culture will stage a 50th Anniversary Star Trek exhibition. From ships of the line to Starfleet style worn by legendary actors and even the props that were ahead of their time – set phasers for awesome as the Seattle institution goes warp factor fun.

EMP Museum announced the opening of a new exhibition, Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds, as part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the iconic franchise. The fully immersive exhibition, under license by CBS Consumer Products, will showcase Star Trek’s significant impact on culture, society, arts, sports, technology and fashion, and feature more than 100 rare artifacts, set pieces, and props from the television series, spinoffs, and films. Continue reading STAR TREK EXHIBITION AT EMP MUSEUM

BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE FINAL TRAILER

“The greatest gladiator match in the history of the world” proclaims Lex Luthor.

The Dark Knight vs. The Man of Steel go to war as the DC Movie Universe expands this year.

Warner Brothers revealed the final trailer for Batman v Superman: Dawn on Justice via YouTube.

The Dark Knight strikes. Alfred gets in on the action outside the Batcave. Bruce Wayne meets a Wonder woman he’s never met before. Superman gets a shock seeing the fight between God vs Man will not be so easy when it’s BATMAN.

Watch the action and enjoy: Continue reading BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE FINAL TRAILER

BRUCE WAYNE’S SACRIFICE For BATMAN REBIRTH?

Batman is back just as writer Scott Snyder reveals his exit from the series.

The fan-favorite writer revealed issue 51 would be his last on the series via Twitter and the last issue with artist Greg Capullo for six months.

Snyder and Capullo have been the creative team on the Batman title since The New 52 launch in 2011.

Artist Yanick Paquette and co-writer James Tynion IV joined Snyder for this week’s Batman #49 – a huge and emotional moment in the series as it builds toward Snyder’s departure.

The obsessed, haunted and tortured Dark Knight is back. DC teased Bruce Wayne would reclaim the title after nearly a year. Now we know why and how Bruce became the Batman again. Continue reading BRUCE WAYNE’S SACRIFICE For BATMAN REBIRTH?

Escape. Engage. Enjoy.