COMICS BLEND

OUT ICEMEN in X-MEN

Iceman is out and in two big new X-books this month.

Earlier this year, young Bobby Drake came out to young Jean Grey. Young Iceman stars in All-New X-Men while the adult Drake is part of Jeff Lemire’s Extraordinary X-Men team.

The genetic crisis affecting the mutant race is priority but Bobby’s personal life is still on top o of readers minds. While answering fan questions on X-Position, Lemire confirmed Drake’s sexuality will be part of the story and another gay hero will join the cast. Continue reading OUT ICEMEN in X-MEN

TOP NEW COMICS OCTOBER 7, 2016

A huge week for new comics.

With the All-New, All-Different Marvel Now launching, big changes for the Batman family and a new series by a fan-favorite Image writer, we’ve expanded this week’s top new comics picks to a top ten.

Let’s start with:

Avengers #O The new era for Earth’s Mightiest Heroes begins here! An all-star collection of stories that launch the All-New, All-Different Avengers, Uncanny Avengers, Ultimates and New Avengers! Who is the mystery man watching them all – ally or enemy? Continue reading TOP NEW COMICS OCTOBER 7, 2016

MARVEL Revives POWER MAN And IRON FIRST

Power Man and Iron Fist #1 courtesy Marvel, a Fast Company first

Long before the word “bromance” or “buddy cop” movies there was a team book featuring the coolest dudes in comics.

Marvel is bringing back Power Man and Iron Fist by David Walker (Cyborg, Shaft)and Sanford Greene. This marks a reunion for fan favorites Luke Cage and Danny Rand who co-starred in the 1970’s era comic as “Heroes-for-Hire.”

Both men would become Avengers and the inspiration for two new Marvel/Netflix television series.

As Walker explains, when Marvel asked who he wanted to write, the choice was easy to make: Continue reading MARVEL Revives POWER MAN And IRON FIRST

Killer Punchline To JOKER Theory On GOTHAM

Is Jerome Valeska the Joker?

It’s the biggest burning question ever since Cameron Monaghan appeared on Gotham and has been laughing it up while on a killing spree.

After last week’s attack on the Gotham City Police Department, Valeska became Gotham’s Most Wanted.

In The Last Laugh, producers delivered a vicious punchline.

SPOILER ALERT!

If you have not read this week’s Gotham episode stop reading now.

Seriously.

Here it comes.

No Joke! Continue reading Killer Punchline To JOKER Theory On GOTHAM

LEX LUTHOR In FORTUNE

A modern Lex Luthor would of course have a Twitter account!

The viral marketing for Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice begins with a character famous for shrewd business moves, power and influence revealing how he made his “fortune.”

Lex Luthor is featured in a sponsored profile in Fortune magazine. The “interview” reveals the back story of Alexander Luthor, Jr (to be played by Jesse Eisenberg) in next year’s DC showdown. Continue reading LEX LUTHOR In FORTUNE

FRANK MILLER’S DARK KNIGHT III THE MASTER RACE MiniComic Cover

Dark Knight III: The Master Race courtesy DC Comics

The Atom vs. The Man of Steel?!

DC Comics shared a first look at Frank Miller’s wraparound cover the Dark Knight III: The Master Race minicomic he’ll co-write and draw as part of Dark Knight III.

Miller is joined by Alex Sinclair. Interior art include the inks of Klaus Janson. This will mark a reunion for The Dark Knight Returns penciller and inker team. Continue reading FRANK MILLER’S DARK KNIGHT III THE MASTER RACE MiniComic Cover

GOTHAM Boss On Is JEROME THE JOKER?

If you did not watch last week’s episode of Gotham…stop reading now.

Spoilers Ahead!

After the “Maniax Massacre” on last week’s Gotham, expect a new city, new show and new head of the police gunning for the city’s new most wanted.

A target will be clearly on Jerome Valeska (Cameron Monaghan) after his video tape confession claiming responsibility for the attack on Gotham Police headquarters and cold blooded murder of Captain Sarah Essen.

Executive Producer/Showrunner Bruno Heller says this will finally lead to the big question on fans minds:

Is Jerome The Joker? Continue reading GOTHAM Boss On Is JEROME THE JOKER?

ALL-NEW, ALL-DIFFERENT MARVEL NOW Guide

All-New, All-Different Avengers #1 by Alex Ross courtesy Marvel

A new Marvel age is rising. Time to join the adventure.

If you’re a fan of Avengers, X-Men movies or Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. series and you wonder “could I enjoy the comics or understand what’s going on?” the answer is a “YES!”

It’s the eve of the All-New, All-Different Marvel Now as the publisher restarts with all-new number one issues. You see the Marvel Universe as fans knew it (including all it’s other timelines) came to an end with Secret Wars.

This week marks a new beginning with one Marvel Universe set eight months after the finale of the Wars. For current readers it’s not a reboot but more a refresh. For movie, television fans and new readers it’s a perfect time to head to your comics shop or app to join the new adventures.

Here’s our guide to the heroes, teams and books of the All-New, All-Different Marvel Now for new fans and a guide for longtime readers: Continue reading ALL-NEW, ALL-DIFFERENT MARVEL NOW Guide

Escape. Engage. Enjoy.