DC's JUSTICE LEAGUE #36
Lex Luthor's newly released AMAZO Virus is revealed to be a secret WMD project created in conjunction with the government, designed to potentially destroy all meta humans. Now it is reaking havoc with the human population of metropolis, and threatens the lives of several leaguers. This was an overall great book, that further humanized both Lex and Captain Cold, while revealing some new levels of intrigue brought on by Lex's presence on the League's roster. I don't like the fact that Shazam is again sidelined in this issue, and man I wish they'd do more with that guy. Overall, though, this book worked. The Justice League comic book is one of the best things DC has to offer, and has been for a while now.
Storyline: 4 Stars
Dialogue: 4 Stars
Pacing: 4 Stars
Art: 4.5 Stars
Overall: 4 Stars
DC's PAX AMERICANA One-Shot (MULTIVERSITY #4)
This issue can be summed up thusly: "Grant Morrison draws THE WATCHMEN". In fact, this book is so dependent on that famous comic book that without it you are almost completely lost. The pacing in this one, like the last issue, was so off it made it hard to get any coherent story out of the book. Yet, there were these moments, these homages to famous WATCHMEN moments that it really elevated the whole book. Visually there was a lot going on, and dialogue wise it worked well. But the storyline wasn't just cryptic, but muddled, and the pacing was just too experimental. I have high hopes for next months Captain Marvel-inspired MULTIVERSITY title, but this was just a bit too much for me.
Storyline: 3 Stars
Dialogue: 4.5 Stars
Pacing: 2 Stars
Art: 3.5 Stars
Overall: 3.5 Stars
Marvel's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #21
With Peter Quill's confession story arc over, we return to the search for Venom, as Flash Thompson struggles to regain control of his recently destabilized symbiote. There are hints about the alien's origins, and we may get treated to a greater exploration of the suit's alien origins as we move forward. This issue worked on a number of levels, including expanding Peter's relationship with Kitty Pride of the X-Men. The dialogue was very funny in parts, and the story moved well. The art is even getting better here. Overall, a good book.
Storyline: 4 Stars
Dialogue: 4 Stars
Pacing: 3.5 Stars
Art: 3.5 Stars
Overall: 4 Stars
DC's GREEN LANTERN: THE NEW GUARDIANS #36
The GODHEAD Crossover continues as High Father rips the White Lantern's power from him. We get some real development when it comes to Kyle Rayner and Carol Ferris, and High Father is coming to be the Anti-Hero you love to hate. The visuals were absolutey stunning, and I am simply loving is crossover.
Storyline: 4 Stars
Dialogue: 4.5 Stars
Pacing: 3.5 Stars
Art: 4.5 Stars
Overall: 4 Stars
DC's TEEN TITANS #4
The newest TEEN TITAN incarnation continues to deliver as Red Robin goes head-to-head with his new cyborg nemesis, while Manchester Black makes overtures to team up with the Titans. The battle was intricate and intriguing, the art was superb, and there were some twists and turns that I didn't see coming. Finally, this book is getting back to where it should be.
Storyline: 4 Stars
Dialogue: 4 Stars
Pacing: 4.5 Stars
Art: 4 Stars
Overall: 4.5 Stars
DC and Dynamite's BATMAN/GREEN HORNET #6
Well, this book by Kevin Smith was a delight to read, and the ending exceeded every other issue. The concluding chapter of this homage and sequel to one of the best episodes of the 1966 BATMAN series had everything this book could possibly offer. There is genuine action and mystery, with just enough humor and campiness to make the whole thing feel fun and genuine. I loved the team-ups: between the heroes, and between the villains. The way Batman and the Hornet solved the case was in perfect line with the way things worked in the old television show, but also covered new ground. The cover art was out of this world, and the internals were awesome, too.
Storyline: 4.5 Stars
Dialogue: 5 Stars
Pacing: 4.5 Stars
Art: 5 Stars
Overall: 5 Stars
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