DC Comics
Batman #4
The new series is setting up a crossover event with other Bat titles for the Monster Men event coming later this year.
The issue itself is well written by Tim King and since I'm getting used to his writing, I am liking it a lot more. Usually, the writer to me isn't the one that grabs my attention as opposed to the story. The artwork is really a dark setting and it works for the series, but of course Batman works at night, so it's a given. There is also some brightness of the surrounding buildings which blends into the outlying of the backdrop.
I just hope that when they do the crossover with the other titles, it's not one of those things that take on a lot of books.
9/10
Batman 66 Meets Steed and Mrs Peel #2 (of 6)
Two classic shows of the 60's are teaming up to solve cases. I loved the whole Batman 66 series because it brought me back to watching that whole campiness it had. By joining with another famous show, the appeal is interesting. I never watched The Avengers TV show because it wasn't my thing but the book is pretty light hearted with all the campiness and seriousness of both shows combined as to from what I've heard of the Avengers show.
The art is drawn in the style that makes the characters appear very lifelike and not like a cartoon character and that's what gives it's nuances and specialty. It's a great book and basically. because it doesn't take itself too serious, it makes it all that more fun to read. 8/10
Batman Beyond (2015-) #15
as well as this being the next to the last issue.
Ever since Batman Beyond first aired, I've always been hooked on the show and its art. The majority of the stories were great with new Batman villains created were very original for the most part. The kids book was one I never read but I heard it was a great read as well.
Ever since they threw Terry McGinnis into the DC universe with the Future's End series, I feel he could have gone on to great things. After his death and Tim Drake taking up the mantle, it's been a great book as well. The Drake Batman definetely brings a different style to the mix as Tim has been a Robin a lot longer and has actually trained more than Terry, so Tim's method are similar to an older Bruce whereas Terry's was similar to a younger Bruce. With the series ending and then going to Rebirth, it will be interesting to see how they handle Tim being in the present with the new team Batman recently put together. All in all, a good read and the writers are setting things up for a climax most people didn't see coming. The art is little electric, so to speak, but because the way Gotham is portrayed in the future, it works it in so well. 8/10
Bloodlines (2016-) #5 (of 6) The Devil You Know
I am surprised by how much I like this current series and hope it will lead to a recurring one as it seems there is so much to explore from it.
As I also stated that I liked the first go around of this series, I am glad they were able to showcase new characters as well as hark back to the original one with some characters who are similar to those showcased in the original series. They are not the same exact people but more of an updated version.
The artwork is very good but I'm not sure who is the main artist so I can give them proper appreciation. The writing again harks back to the original story but on a smaller scale. The original stories had more of a global threat but here, it starts in a small town, kind of reminiscent of the old 50's movies where the invasion starts in one area and then expands. Overall, it is a good series for someone to start with in the hopes of seeing new heroes and villains outside of the norm of the standard DC characters. 8/10
Green Arrow #4
Again, I am liking the way the Green Arrow series is being handled in regards to the New 52. The art seems a little dark but Ollie's world has always been at the edge or dark and light and the writing of the story is real fresh. This is a new villain for Ollie and it looks like they might be around for a while as bad guys don't tend to disappear, only reappear at a much later date. By bringing Shado in the mix as well as his half-sister, Ollie has to struggle between not really hurting them or doing what's right and necessary. 8/10
Harley Quinn #1
It's a great book with all her current friends and some of her past ones and it's a great book to start off with if you are starting with reading Harley books.
Once again, Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner are back on the book and it shows what a great pair they make when showing us about Harley. I feel that they should be the definite Harley comic book people because they have written and drawn her to where she is a phenomenon. As long as the stories are good and the art is as well, this will be one of the flagship DC books that isn't Supes or Bats related. 9/10
Harley Quinn and Her Gang of Harleys (2016-) #4 (of 6)
The gang of Harleys is kind of like the Mercs for Money, a bunch of people emulating the primary person and do deeds for money or whatever they feel like. I do like the variety of the Harleys and like the fact that they all have something different to contribute, like the Mercs.
This series is just an extension of the book and it's been a fun read so far. Having a villain who was possibly once a Harley auditioner is interesting but a little cliche as well. Oh, the bad guy is someone who's been rejected by our star? That's been done a million times but it works here because of the wackiness of the book. All in all, it's a good series and even takes a shot at the current political climate (won't spoil it) and hopefully the gang of Harleys get their own book like the Mercs did but I believe their adventures would be a lot stranger. The artwork is great as Amanda Conner is a great artist and Jimmy's writing of the Harley book has always been a great read. I've met both of them at Cons and they are the coolest people and it seemed like Jimmy knew Amanda was a bigger deal now but he was OK with that. 8/10
Justice League (2011- ) #2
"The Extinction Machine” part two!
Massive earthquakes shake cities to the ground as the ancient intelligence only known as the Awakened takes control of the people of Earth, forcing them to turn against anyone with superpowers—including the Justice League! Unable to fight a war on two fronts, Batman asks for help from the one man he trusts less than anyone.
I have to admit, I'm not really a big Justice League book fan and it wasn't until recently that I came to like the book. I'm a fan of some of the characters, but as a group, I feel that even though they seem to be more powerful, I feel it's the opposite.
Bryan Hitch's recent Justice League America was actually a good book that sadly was never finished. The Justice League United book was a good book to me because it had a bunch of other characters that weren't the main core of the group, with the exception of Martian Manhunter.
Hopefully, the series will progress a lot more than recent JL books and it was really surprising to see Hitch get another JL considering he was always late with JLA.
Overall, the pacing and writing and art are very sharp and it flows pretty well with not a lot of dark spots, except the ominous tone of the threat they face.
Maybe, in the end, the book will convert me to a new series as long as the book continues in the path it is going. 8/10
Nightwing #2
Nightwing has a new partner and he's a lot more demanding than Batman. As he is secretly trying to take down the Court of Owls and they might actually be aware of his ploy.
I'm glad Dick is back in his Nightwing persona after he gave up his life to save the world. I became a Nightwing fan after going back and reading his 1st series.
The artwork flows pretty well and the issue I have is that it seems like they are overusing the Owls just to make a story. 8/10
IDW
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Amazing Adventures #13
There's a secondary story of the guys forming a band.
The comic follows in the same way as the show with it's lighter tone than the original Turtles title.
I like the fact the comic is mostly drawn in the same style of the show but for this issue, they got a different artist. I like this book even though it may be considered a "kiddie" book, but Batman Adventures was the same kind and look how popular that book became. I will only give a 7/10 only because of the art of the issues which seems meshed together and not really cohesive.
Transformers: Robots In Disguise (2011-) #55
Marvel
Deadpool (2015-) #16
Solo recounts the time as Deadpool where he says he saved Washington from the dead presidents a while back.
Ever since Deadpool had his Mercs for Money outfit going on, the wackiness ensues. The book is always going to be a Deadpool and with the Mercs for Money book out, the Mercs can fend for themselves.
And ever since the movie came out, Deadpool has been a hotter property than ever. As long as they continue to write good stories with all the wackiness surrounding it, it should be good.
Problem with the last couple of books is that it's supposedly crossover with Civil War II but it doesn't even hit on it at all. It's smacks of cheap promotions and Marvel should know better. I know they are losing to DC because of the Rebirth event, but come on Marvel, you should be better than that. 7/10
Deadpool vs. Gambit #3 (of 5)
The book brings a comedic style not shown before and it's all on Gambit. If you read it, you can see that Gambit is really the comedian and Deadpool is the straight man this time around. Sure there are some of Wade's jokes in there, but for the most part, everything Gambit does in the book is done to comedic effect and plays off his lothario image.
It's a fun book where you can see mayhem and laughs at the same time and the art is pretty good as well, though I've never seen the artist before. 8/10
The Punisher (2016-) #4
The Punisher's past continues to come back at him at the most inopportune times. On top of being chased, he has a little girl with him who has a bomb strapped to her.
I've been a fan of the Punisher for over 30 years, even with that angel misstep. When he was reintroduced with Steve Dillon in Welcome Back Frank, his art is very stylized and very distinct. The features are very sturdy and rugged for all the characters and Becky Cloonan's writing is setting up a great storyline that most likely promises an explosive finish, as most of Franks's stories usually end up. I feel that Dillon is or should be the proverbial Punisher artist going forward and even though I've never heard of Becky until now, I feel she has handled the Punisher pretty good. With the combo of her and Steve, I believe this book will continue to be a strong one. 9/10
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