It's All My Fault!!!! I Started the War!
You can't judge a cat by the different ways to skin it. Okay, maybe I mixed my metaphors up a bit, but despite the recent thud of ONE Catwoman at the box office, the Catwoman in DC's Catwoman #34 (by Ed Brubaker and Paul Gulacy) is pretty entertaining.
This issue continues the War Games story running through the Batman titles. It is still confusingly labeled as Act One, Part 7 of 8, but the book stands just fine all by itself. As someone who is not a regular Batman reader, I have been impressed by the way these books stand on their own while also adding a piece to the bigger story.
The out of control crime of the titular War Games has spilled into Catwoman's territory. This does not make her a happy kitty. She takes the fight to the gangs with surprising ferocity. Never, ever mess with an angry, whip-wielding, defender of Gotham's East End. Catwoman makes this point quite clear to the gang members who face her wrath. She is even forced to take to the streets in her "outfit" during the daylight hours, which catwomen try to avoid at all costs. (Or so I am told.)
Along the way, she takes on a major Batman villain, meets an occasional Robin, and gets a pretty good idea how the whole Gang War actually got started. And, of course, she wears skin-tight black leather and tends to bend over a lot. If you like that sort of thing.
If you like your super-heroes with a bit of a gritty edge, if you enjoy crime comics, Batman, or catwomen in general, you can't go wrong trying out Four Color Fantasies' Guaranteed Book of the Week-Catwoman #34!
Wednesday, August 25, 2004
Wednesday, August 18, 2004
Heroic out of his tights: Robin #129
You can take the hero out of the costume, but you can't take the hero out of the guy. That is the main lesson learned from this week's Book of the Week, Robin #129 by Bill Willingham and Guiseppe Camuncoli.
Don't be frightened by the fact that the cover to this book confusingly claims to be Act One, Part 5 of 8. (I was both confused and frightened, until Kathy explained it to me! Then I was just confused.) This is a story that stands completely on its own despite being part of a larger event.
Tim Drake has given up being Robin. He has promised his parents that he will not put on the tights and mask under any circumstances. Unfortunately for Tim, a huge Gang War has erupted in Gotham City. (Though it seems a bit short-sighted for regular old criminals to try this sort of thing in the city where Batman lives.) A normal trip to school becomes fraught with peril for Tim and his friends. Circumstances beyond his control force Tim into action, and he clearly demonstrates that tights do not make the hero.
Willingham handles these characters with style. His scripting really gives some depth to young Tim Drake. Even the incidental cast are very three-dimensional, despite their brief time "on-screen." An appearance by Scarface is both kinda funny and kinda creepy, which is just about right for his character.
This book has great characters, tense action sequences, and an ending that will really leave you on the edge of your seat. The only thing it doesn't have is orange tights, and that isn't such a bad thing. Give Robin #129 a try. You can't lose because it is Four Color Fantasies' guaranteed Book of the Week!
Don't be frightened by the fact that the cover to this book confusingly claims to be Act One, Part 5 of 8. (I was both confused and frightened, until Kathy explained it to me! Then I was just confused.) This is a story that stands completely on its own despite being part of a larger event.
Tim Drake has given up being Robin. He has promised his parents that he will not put on the tights and mask under any circumstances. Unfortunately for Tim, a huge Gang War has erupted in Gotham City. (Though it seems a bit short-sighted for regular old criminals to try this sort of thing in the city where Batman lives.) A normal trip to school becomes fraught with peril for Tim and his friends. Circumstances beyond his control force Tim into action, and he clearly demonstrates that tights do not make the hero.
Willingham handles these characters with style. His scripting really gives some depth to young Tim Drake. Even the incidental cast are very three-dimensional, despite their brief time "on-screen." An appearance by Scarface is both kinda funny and kinda creepy, which is just about right for his character.
This book has great characters, tense action sequences, and an ending that will really leave you on the edge of your seat. The only thing it doesn't have is orange tights, and that isn't such a bad thing. Give Robin #129 a try. You can't lose because it is Four Color Fantasies' guaranteed Book of the Week!
Friday, August 13, 2004
Hulk out on this one: Incredible Hulk #75
Beware green men with giant brains and cheesy moustaches! No matter how much you may want to, you just can't trust those guys. Don't accept their hospitality, and don't make toasts with them, either. These valuable pieces of advice can all be picked up from Incredible Hulk #75.
This anniversary issue has everything you could want from a Hulk comic. Many readers have felt that Bruce Jones' take on this book has been a little too light on actual Hulk appearances. This issue goes a long way to fix that perception, by giving the reader loads of Hulk-action. There are conspiracies, mind control, and appearances by a certain green, big-brained Hulk villain. Toss in Doc Sampson, Tony Stark and Betty Ross and you have a book that is more fun than a pair of purple pants!
As this is a "Special 75th Issue," it seems only right to let the green guy himself say a few words about the book. (Be warned, this may be extremely silly.) "Hulk's head hurt! What Leader doing to Hulk's brain? Hulk smash stupid conspiracy! Hulk smash Bruce Jones! Hulk's pants too tight! Hulk want beans! Hulk's book good and pictures nice! Buy book or Hulk smash you!!!"
Well anyway, this book has great Hulk action, some mysteries, some resolutions and a nice cliffhanger. It gives new Hulk readers everything you really need to know to enjoy the book and has some nice, moody art by Darick Robertson. And at least one character with an eye-patch. Give it a try, you won't be sorry since this is the guaranteed Book of the Week! And you really don't want to make the Hulk angry. You wouldn't like him when he's angry.
This anniversary issue has everything you could want from a Hulk comic. Many readers have felt that Bruce Jones' take on this book has been a little too light on actual Hulk appearances. This issue goes a long way to fix that perception, by giving the reader loads of Hulk-action. There are conspiracies, mind control, and appearances by a certain green, big-brained Hulk villain. Toss in Doc Sampson, Tony Stark and Betty Ross and you have a book that is more fun than a pair of purple pants!
As this is a "Special 75th Issue," it seems only right to let the green guy himself say a few words about the book. (Be warned, this may be extremely silly.) "Hulk's head hurt! What Leader doing to Hulk's brain? Hulk smash stupid conspiracy! Hulk smash Bruce Jones! Hulk's pants too tight! Hulk want beans! Hulk's book good and pictures nice! Buy book or Hulk smash you!!!"
Well anyway, this book has great Hulk action, some mysteries, some resolutions and a nice cliffhanger. It gives new Hulk readers everything you really need to know to enjoy the book and has some nice, moody art by Darick Robertson. And at least one character with an eye-patch. Give it a try, you won't be sorry since this is the guaranteed Book of the Week! And you really don't want to make the Hulk angry. You wouldn't like him when he's angry.
Wednesday, August 04, 2004
Great set up: Majestic #1
"This guy walks into a diner---." Sounds like the opening line of a really bad joke, doesn't it? Fortunately, it isn't. What it is, is the opening line of a pretty good comic book. In fact, it is the opening line from DC's Majestic #1 by Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning and Karl Kerschl.
When I picked this book up, I had no idea who Majestic was. Abnett and Lanning do a nice job of telling you everything you need to know about the character without narrating at you too much. Majestic is a Superman-like hero from another Universe. Somehow, he has been trapped on Earth in the DC Universe, and is trying to go back home. (Insert appropriate ET quote here!)
While hanging out on Earth, he does try to lend a hand by doing a little heroing on the side. Unfortunately, his approach is not to everyone's taste. Unlike Superman, he tends to do whatever he thinks is the right thing, without worrying too much about laws, or trials, or whether he is scaring people. (Like most of us would if we could do everything Superman can.) And he does seem to scare people. In fact, he seems to make everyone around him very nervous indeed.
The highlight of this issue is the conversation Majestic has with Superman shortly after "this guy walks into a diner--." Supes gives him some big-brotherly advice about how to deal with people that is both clever and insightful. And they discover a similar taste in coffee. All superheroes need caffeine. And of course, Supes advice may come in handy very soon---.
Majestic has great dialogue, some action, a diner, and coffee. It would be even better if it had pie, but no comic can have everything. Plus, issue #1 has a cool retro cover. What more could anyone ask for from a no-risk Book of the Week?
When I picked this book up, I had no idea who Majestic was. Abnett and Lanning do a nice job of telling you everything you need to know about the character without narrating at you too much. Majestic is a Superman-like hero from another Universe. Somehow, he has been trapped on Earth in the DC Universe, and is trying to go back home. (Insert appropriate ET quote here!)
While hanging out on Earth, he does try to lend a hand by doing a little heroing on the side. Unfortunately, his approach is not to everyone's taste. Unlike Superman, he tends to do whatever he thinks is the right thing, without worrying too much about laws, or trials, or whether he is scaring people. (Like most of us would if we could do everything Superman can.) And he does seem to scare people. In fact, he seems to make everyone around him very nervous indeed.
The highlight of this issue is the conversation Majestic has with Superman shortly after "this guy walks into a diner--." Supes gives him some big-brotherly advice about how to deal with people that is both clever and insightful. And they discover a similar taste in coffee. All superheroes need caffeine. And of course, Supes advice may come in handy very soon---.
Majestic has great dialogue, some action, a diner, and coffee. It would be even better if it had pie, but no comic can have everything. Plus, issue #1 has a cool retro cover. What more could anyone ask for from a no-risk Book of the Week?
Wednesday, July 28, 2004
Terrible Good Fun: Avengers #500
To paraphrase children's author Judith Viorst, in Avengers #500 the Avengers have a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. I mean, days can't get much worse. Really.
It is probably not a secret to many of you that Avengers #500 is a big event for Marvel comics. It is a new jumping on point, it starts the Avengers run of very hot artist David Finch, and it is the first issue by fan favorite, super-genius writer Brian Michael Bendis. It also marks the end of the Avengers as we know them, and the beginning of a new direction that, as Stan Lee might say, "will change the Avengers' lives forever!"
Bendis really delivers the goods in this issue, as does Finch. The action starts on the second page and then never stops. The Avengers come under attack from an unknown source, an unknown source who apparently really knows their weaknesses and how to exploit them. Chaos (the title of this story arc, by the way) ensues, and the Avengers will really never be the same again.
In typical Bendis fashion, there is more here than just all-out action. The dialogue is snappy and the characterizations are all spot-on. The fact that he really captures these iconic characters so well makes the disasters that befall them that much more intense. There are also many mysteries to capture reader interest, and fuel speculation.
As an Avengers fan, and a Bendis fan, I was blown away by this issue! If you have any interest in these characters, or if you like well-written, over-the-top super hero action, you really have to try out Four Color Fantasies' Book of the Week, Avengers #500. Experience for yourself this terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. (It's fun for you, you don't have to actually be there!)
It is probably not a secret to many of you that Avengers #500 is a big event for Marvel comics. It is a new jumping on point, it starts the Avengers run of very hot artist David Finch, and it is the first issue by fan favorite, super-genius writer Brian Michael Bendis. It also marks the end of the Avengers as we know them, and the beginning of a new direction that, as Stan Lee might say, "will change the Avengers' lives forever!"
Bendis really delivers the goods in this issue, as does Finch. The action starts on the second page and then never stops. The Avengers come under attack from an unknown source, an unknown source who apparently really knows their weaknesses and how to exploit them. Chaos (the title of this story arc, by the way) ensues, and the Avengers will really never be the same again.
In typical Bendis fashion, there is more here than just all-out action. The dialogue is snappy and the characterizations are all spot-on. The fact that he really captures these iconic characters so well makes the disasters that befall them that much more intense. There are also many mysteries to capture reader interest, and fuel speculation.
As an Avengers fan, and a Bendis fan, I was blown away by this issue! If you have any interest in these characters, or if you like well-written, over-the-top super hero action, you really have to try out Four Color Fantasies' Book of the Week, Avengers #500. Experience for yourself this terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. (It's fun for you, you don't have to actually be there!)
Wednesday, July 21, 2004
Excellent Backstory: Emma Frost #13
Prepare to enter the no-punching zone! It is pretty rare for a Marvel comic to tell stories that don't involve punching, kicking, or spandex-wearing. Yet Emma Frost by Karl Bollers and Adriana Melo does just that, and does it very well.
For those of you who are not X-Men readers, Emma is the White Queen, a reformed villain who has recently been featured in both X-Men and Astonishing X-Men. She is a tough, no-nonsense, teacher and leader. She is also currently Cyclops' main squeeze. Her own series, however, is far removed from all those angsty mutant antics because it takes place about 8 years or so in the past.
In Emma Frost, Bollers has gone back to show us what made a spoiled rich girl from a very dysfunctional family into the White Queen we see in the X-Men today. Emma's past has been refreshingly free of mutants. Instead, we have seen her deal with her family, her school, and her developing ability to read minds in a very realistic, character driven, way. Or as realistic as a story about a mutant mind reader can be.
This week's issue, #13, is what comics always refer to as a "good jumping on point for new readers." In part one of "Bloom," Emma has left her family, and her hometown of Boston, to attend college at E.S.U. in New York. There, she has to learn to cope with a new roommate, a heavy college course-load, flirty guys, and her continually developing mutant powers. How well does she handle her trials and tribulations? When does she develop her tendency to wear white leather corsets to work? You will just have to read it and find out! (In fairness, there are no white leather corsets in this issue.)
Emma Frost is a great read with a strong central character that tries something very different for a Marvel book. If you enjoy a little soap-opera with your super-heroics, you are sure to enjoy the adventures of young Emma. And now is a great time to give this book a try, since it is Four Color Fantasies' guaranteed Book of the Week.
For those of you who are not X-Men readers, Emma is the White Queen, a reformed villain who has recently been featured in both X-Men and Astonishing X-Men. She is a tough, no-nonsense, teacher and leader. She is also currently Cyclops' main squeeze. Her own series, however, is far removed from all those angsty mutant antics because it takes place about 8 years or so in the past.
In Emma Frost, Bollers has gone back to show us what made a spoiled rich girl from a very dysfunctional family into the White Queen we see in the X-Men today. Emma's past has been refreshingly free of mutants. Instead, we have seen her deal with her family, her school, and her developing ability to read minds in a very realistic, character driven, way. Or as realistic as a story about a mutant mind reader can be.
This week's issue, #13, is what comics always refer to as a "good jumping on point for new readers." In part one of "Bloom," Emma has left her family, and her hometown of Boston, to attend college at E.S.U. in New York. There, she has to learn to cope with a new roommate, a heavy college course-load, flirty guys, and her continually developing mutant powers. How well does she handle her trials and tribulations? When does she develop her tendency to wear white leather corsets to work? You will just have to read it and find out! (In fairness, there are no white leather corsets in this issue.)
Emma Frost is a great read with a strong central character that tries something very different for a Marvel book. If you enjoy a little soap-opera with your super-heroics, you are sure to enjoy the adventures of young Emma. And now is a great time to give this book a try, since it is Four Color Fantasies' guaranteed Book of the Week.
Wednesday, July 14, 2004
This is no dog: Bloodhound #1
I am not a Dog!
Shockingly, DC's new title Bloodhound is NOT about the adventures of a cuddly, yet fearless, hound dog who tracks down criminals and lost children. Instead, Bloodhound is about a VERY large man who tracks down criminals and hurts bad people.
Actually, there are quite a few unanswered questions about protagonist Travis Clevenger. This first issue tells us that Clev is a former cop who has been in prison because of an "incident" in which he killed his partner. He has apparently passed the time in jail by working out, and earning the absolute hatred of both the guards and his fellow inmates. And by administering some extreme and painful beatings to inmates who have gotten in his way. We also discover that Clev was the best when it came to solving "metahuman" crimes.
This first issue gets our hero out of jail to bring his unique skill to a special case with a bit of a personal twist. Writer Dan Jolley does a great job of intriguing the reader with all of the unanswered questions about Clev and the mystery that he is going to have on his big, meaty hands. Why did he kill his partner? How did he get his cool, scary scar? Why does he not particularly want to get out of jail? Who wants pie? (Okay, there isn't any pie. I just made that one up.)
The art by Leonard Kirk fits the story well. Not only is the art realistic and gritty, but Kirk is very good at drawing blood. You can tell, because there is a LOT of blood in this issue! The number of gougings, shootings and stabbings worked into this book is quite impressive. But don't feel bad, everyone on the receiving end really deserves what they get. Well, almost everyone.
If you enjoy books like Garth Ennis' Punisher or Brian Bendis' Powers, you should find a lot to like in this week's guaranteed Book of the Week, Bloodhound #1!
Shockingly, DC's new title Bloodhound is NOT about the adventures of a cuddly, yet fearless, hound dog who tracks down criminals and lost children. Instead, Bloodhound is about a VERY large man who tracks down criminals and hurts bad people.
Actually, there are quite a few unanswered questions about protagonist Travis Clevenger. This first issue tells us that Clev is a former cop who has been in prison because of an "incident" in which he killed his partner. He has apparently passed the time in jail by working out, and earning the absolute hatred of both the guards and his fellow inmates. And by administering some extreme and painful beatings to inmates who have gotten in his way. We also discover that Clev was the best when it came to solving "metahuman" crimes.
This first issue gets our hero out of jail to bring his unique skill to a special case with a bit of a personal twist. Writer Dan Jolley does a great job of intriguing the reader with all of the unanswered questions about Clev and the mystery that he is going to have on his big, meaty hands. Why did he kill his partner? How did he get his cool, scary scar? Why does he not particularly want to get out of jail? Who wants pie? (Okay, there isn't any pie. I just made that one up.)
The art by Leonard Kirk fits the story well. Not only is the art realistic and gritty, but Kirk is very good at drawing blood. You can tell, because there is a LOT of blood in this issue! The number of gougings, shootings and stabbings worked into this book is quite impressive. But don't feel bad, everyone on the receiving end really deserves what they get. Well, almost everyone.
If you enjoy books like Garth Ennis' Punisher or Brian Bendis' Powers, you should find a lot to like in this week's guaranteed Book of the Week, Bloodhound #1!
Friday, July 09, 2004
Space Pirates! Starjammers #1
Yes, we think pirates are cool!
One thing that most of us can agree on is that, at least in fiction, pirates are cool. The idea of just sailing around, hiding treasure, drinking grog, and singing sea shanties has real appeal. One of the few things cooler than being a pirate though, is being a SPACE pirate. Most things seem more exciting in space anyway, but for pirates it means freedom from scurvy, rats, and that seaweed stink that never washes out of your beard.
Someone at Marvel must think space pirates are pretty exciting too, since their latest new title, Starjammers, just happens to be about space pirates. Judging from the first issue, Starjammers is setting out to be an epic sci-fi space opera. Not too surprising, considering the writer is SF novelist Kevin J. Anderson. The art, from Ale Garza, is very clean and clear, with just a hint of manga style.
The first issue revolves mostly around young cadet Tolo Hawk. He meets a princess, becomes involved in machiavellian political machinations, and (of course) runs into space pirates. There are some brief space battles and a couple of scary aliens thrown in just to round things out.
If you are a long time X-Men reader, the name Starjammers probably sounds a little familiar. You may remember Cyclop's dad, Corsair, hanging out with them and maybe saving Xavier's bacon a time or two. Well, these are those Starjammers, sort of. This series seems to be either a prequel or a retelling. There are some familiar faces amongst the 'Jammers, but no Corsair, no Lilandra, and no X-folks. This is a sci-fi story, which seems to be completely separate from the Marvel Universe. If you like the old Starjammers, some of them are here. If you have never heard of them, you can still really enjoy this book. Everybody wins!
So, despite the complete lack of plank-walking or buried treasure, Starjammers #1 is Four Color Fantasies guaranteed Book of the Week!
One thing that most of us can agree on is that, at least in fiction, pirates are cool. The idea of just sailing around, hiding treasure, drinking grog, and singing sea shanties has real appeal. One of the few things cooler than being a pirate though, is being a SPACE pirate. Most things seem more exciting in space anyway, but for pirates it means freedom from scurvy, rats, and that seaweed stink that never washes out of your beard.
Someone at Marvel must think space pirates are pretty exciting too, since their latest new title, Starjammers, just happens to be about space pirates. Judging from the first issue, Starjammers is setting out to be an epic sci-fi space opera. Not too surprising, considering the writer is SF novelist Kevin J. Anderson. The art, from Ale Garza, is very clean and clear, with just a hint of manga style.
The first issue revolves mostly around young cadet Tolo Hawk. He meets a princess, becomes involved in machiavellian political machinations, and (of course) runs into space pirates. There are some brief space battles and a couple of scary aliens thrown in just to round things out.
If you are a long time X-Men reader, the name Starjammers probably sounds a little familiar. You may remember Cyclop's dad, Corsair, hanging out with them and maybe saving Xavier's bacon a time or two. Well, these are those Starjammers, sort of. This series seems to be either a prequel or a retelling. There are some familiar faces amongst the 'Jammers, but no Corsair, no Lilandra, and no X-folks. This is a sci-fi story, which seems to be completely separate from the Marvel Universe. If you like the old Starjammers, some of them are here. If you have never heard of them, you can still really enjoy this book. Everybody wins!
So, despite the complete lack of plank-walking or buried treasure, Starjammers #1 is Four Color Fantasies guaranteed Book of the Week!
Wednesday, June 30, 2004
Who wants pie? JLA #100
Everybody can appreciate a super-villain who brings pie. And JLA #100 has just that, and a lot of other pretty neat stuff.
I have to admit up front, I am not a big DC Universe reader. I don't know all of the characters and their backstories, which is how I know writer Joe Kelly did a great job in this story telling me everything I needed to know. The League (featuring all the big guns: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the Flash) come up against a powerful group called the Elite, who are out to show the world's governments just how things should be done. Of course, before the Elite's plans can proceed, they have to put a hurtin' on Supes and friends. Lots of punching and stuff blowing up soon follows. And we find out that it REALLY isn't nice to fool Mother Nature.
The story unfolds with some very cleverly constructed Tarantino-style out-of-order narrative, which reveals many unexpected twists and turns as the story proceeds. The villains are a very interesting bunch. I mean, one of them brings pie, and there is a very scary dude called The Hat. Not everyone could pull that name off without getting laughed out of town, but this guy does.
In this day and age of 6-part series to fit a later trade paperback, JLA#100 offers a very nice complete in one issue story, with a bit of a twist at the end to make you want to come back for more. This is also apparently a launching point for a new spin-off series AND it is issue #100. Comics fans can't resist those anniversary issues!
JLA #100 is Four Color Fantasies guaranteed Book of the Week. You know you want it. Self-contained story, #100, and pie! Mmmm, I bet it was blueberry.
I have to admit up front, I am not a big DC Universe reader. I don't know all of the characters and their backstories, which is how I know writer Joe Kelly did a great job in this story telling me everything I needed to know. The League (featuring all the big guns: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the Flash) come up against a powerful group called the Elite, who are out to show the world's governments just how things should be done. Of course, before the Elite's plans can proceed, they have to put a hurtin' on Supes and friends. Lots of punching and stuff blowing up soon follows. And we find out that it REALLY isn't nice to fool Mother Nature.
The story unfolds with some very cleverly constructed Tarantino-style out-of-order narrative, which reveals many unexpected twists and turns as the story proceeds. The villains are a very interesting bunch. I mean, one of them brings pie, and there is a very scary dude called The Hat. Not everyone could pull that name off without getting laughed out of town, but this guy does.
In this day and age of 6-part series to fit a later trade paperback, JLA#100 offers a very nice complete in one issue story, with a bit of a twist at the end to make you want to come back for more. This is also apparently a launching point for a new spin-off series AND it is issue #100. Comics fans can't resist those anniversary issues!
JLA #100 is Four Color Fantasies guaranteed Book of the Week. You know you want it. Self-contained story, #100, and pie! Mmmm, I bet it was blueberry.
Thursday, June 24, 2004
Strangely Intriguing: Witches #1
Doctor Strange is a really cool guy. That is a fact that is hard to dispute. Look at the evidence: He is the Sorcerer Supreme. He has a SanctumSanctorum. He has a martial-arts proficient butler. He has a sweet cape ANDhe has a very suave moustache. The only thing he doesn't have is aCharlie's Angels-like trio of tough gals to help him face the forces ofdarkness. Until now!
Marvel's limited series Witches finally fills this void in Doc's life, andprovides a very entertaining read along the way. Facing an evil, powerful(and ugly!) critter that is out to destroy and devour all mystics in theMarvel Universe, Strange has to get help from three extremely different (andpretty!) young ladies. He recruits his acolyte Topaz, the mystic JenniferKale, and the daughter of Satan, Satana. Of course, these three don't getalong very well and mystic hijinks and wisecracks ensue. (Can anyone beexpected to get along well with the daughter of Satan?)
If you are a fan of the mystic side of the Marvel U, it is great to see someof these often neglected characters dusted off and used again. If you havenever read Doc's strange adventures before, author Brian Walsh tells youeverything you need to know to enjoy the ride. No prior knowledge ofcontinuity needed! Plus, the series just started, so you can still get inon the ground floor.
The art by Mike Deodato Jr. looks great, and evokes Steve Ditko's DoctorStrange by way of Todd McFarlane. He does a nice job with all themystical/magical stuff, the monster is super-creepy, and Strange's cape hasa Spawn-like mind of its own.
To sum up: attractive witches, scary monster, cool cape, suave moustache.What more could anyone ask for? For all of these reasons Witches #2 is the guaranteed Book of the Week!
Marvel's limited series Witches finally fills this void in Doc's life, andprovides a very entertaining read along the way. Facing an evil, powerful(and ugly!) critter that is out to destroy and devour all mystics in theMarvel Universe, Strange has to get help from three extremely different (andpretty!) young ladies. He recruits his acolyte Topaz, the mystic JenniferKale, and the daughter of Satan, Satana. Of course, these three don't getalong very well and mystic hijinks and wisecracks ensue. (Can anyone beexpected to get along well with the daughter of Satan?)
If you are a fan of the mystic side of the Marvel U, it is great to see someof these often neglected characters dusted off and used again. If you havenever read Doc's strange adventures before, author Brian Walsh tells youeverything you need to know to enjoy the ride. No prior knowledge ofcontinuity needed! Plus, the series just started, so you can still get inon the ground floor.
The art by Mike Deodato Jr. looks great, and evokes Steve Ditko's DoctorStrange by way of Todd McFarlane. He does a nice job with all themystical/magical stuff, the monster is super-creepy, and Strange's cape hasa Spawn-like mind of its own.
To sum up: attractive witches, scary monster, cool cape, suave moustache.What more could anyone ask for? For all of these reasons Witches #2 is the guaranteed Book of the Week!
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