Zoe Tunnell - COMICSXF https://comicsxf.com The comics criticism you crave Wed, 18 May 2022 23:32:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://i0.wp.com/comicsxf.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cropped-orange-favicon-2.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Zoe Tunnell - COMICSXF https://comicsxf.com 32 32 107498702 Eternals #12 Reveals a Deviant Little Secret https://comicsxf.com/2022/05/19/eternals-12-reveals-a-deviant-little-secret/ Thu, 19 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=40878 The Deviants’ secret is revealed at last as the Eternals take on Thanos and the stage is set for Judgment in the series’ finale, Eternals #12, written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Esad Ribić, colored by Matthew Wilson, and lettering/design by Clayton Cowles. Karen Charm: Zoe! Hey Zoe! You’ve been in that hot tub forever,...

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]]> 40878 The Omni-Evil is Revealed in Eternals: The Heretic! https://comicsxf.com/2022/03/18/the-omni-evil-is-revealed-in-eternals-the-heretic/ Fri, 18 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=39086 Thanos comes face-to-face with Marvel’s true Darkseid, the omni-genocidal Uranos in Eternals: The Heretic #1, written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Ryan Bodenheim and Edgar Salazar, colored by Chris O’Halloran, and lettering/design by Clayton Cowles. Karen Charm: We’ve been looking forward to talking about this one for a while, but its arrival is bittersweet. Artist...

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]]> 39086 Oh No, is it Eternals vs Avengers in Eternals #10? https://comicsxf.com/2022/03/09/oh-no-is-it-eternals-vs-avengers-in-eternals-10/ Wed, 09 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=38320 The Eternals sneak into Avengers Mountain (which happens to be a dead Celestial) in an effort to find an answer to the Thanos problem in Eternals #10, written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Esad Ribić, colored by Matthew Wilson, and lettering/design by Clayton Cowles. Karen Charm: As the great poets once sang, Zoe, “it’s been...

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]]> 38320 Strange Is Dead, Long Live Strange in Strange #1 https://comicsxf.com/2022/03/02/strange-is-dead-long-live-strange-in-strange-1/ Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=38223 Doctor Strange is dead, and a new Sorcerer Supreme has taken the title. Haunted by her recently returned memories, Clea longs to bring Stephen Strange back from the dead, but when a mysterious group attacks the magical realm, Clea must rise to the duties of Sorcerer Supreme, for she is now the sole protector of...

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]]> 38223 WMQ&A Episode 193: Swords on Swords on Swords with Zoe Tunnell & Valentine Smith https://comicsxf.com/2022/01/11/wmqa-episode-193-swords-on-swords-on-swords-with-zoe-tunnell-valentine-smith/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=37294 Dan Grote · WMQ&A Episode 193: Swords on Swords on Swords with Zoe Tunnell & Valentine Smith Valentine Smith and Zoe Tunnell join the show to talk about their webcomic Blade Maidens, their X-Men fan comics and their cats. You can listen to WMQ&A on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Audible and at...

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]]> 37294 Abandon All Hope? in Eternals: Celestia #1 https://comicsxf.com/2021/10/13/abandon-all-hope-in-eternals-celestia-1/ Wed, 13 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=34539 Abandoned by their Space Gods, Ajak and Makkari find new purpose via… Jason Aaron’s Avengers? Eternals: Celestia #1, is written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Kei Zama, colored by Matthew Wilson, with lettering/design by Clayton Cowles. Karen Charm: A long, long time ago, I can still remember how that… oh uh hey. Just got caught...

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]]> 34539 Advance Review: Oni’s Dirtbag Rapture a Charming Book with a Lovably Terrible Lead https://comicsxf.com/2021/10/05/advance-review-onis-dirtbag-rapture-a-charming-book-with-a-lovably-terrible-lead/ Tue, 05 Oct 2021 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=34308 Where do you go when you die? Kat, a stoner with a flexible moral code, can answer that, and the answer is: not very far. Unfortunately for Kat’s peace of mind, a near-death experience has left her with the ability to see and hear ghosts, as well as take them into her “mindscape” so she...

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]]> 34308 A Monster and a Schism in Eternals: Thanos Rises! https://comicsxf.com/2021/09/16/a-monster-and-a-schism-in-eternals-thanos-rises/ Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=33792 We learn about what led to the Eternals creating one of the Marvel Universe’s most destructive villains in Eternals: Thanos Rises #1, written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Dustin Weaver, colored by Matthew Wilson, and lettering/design by Clayton Cowles. Karen Charm: Zoe, what a pleasant surprise! While our main Eternals series is on hold, giving...

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]]> 33792 Infinity Stones are a Girls Best Friend in Black Cat #8 https://comicsxf.com/2021/08/05/infinity-stones-are-a-girls-best-friend-in-black-cat-8/ Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=32414 Black Cat embarks on her biggest heist yet, going head-to-head with Nick Fury in a race for the most valuable gems in the Marvel Universe. It’s “The Infinity Score”, baby. Black Cat #8 written by Jed MacKay, drawn by C.F. Villa, colored by Brian Reber, and lettered by Ferran Delgado. Zoe Tunnell: WELL, WELL, WELL....

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]]> 32414 Sweet Paprika #1 Is Not as Sexy as You’d Think https://comicsxf.com/2021/08/05/sweet-paprika-1-is-not-as-sexy-as-youd-think/ Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=32406 Paprika is a successful businesswoman. Job and career consume her, forcing her to neglect her personal needs as well as her friends and family. Her heart is broken from a previous relationship, and a rigid upbringing has made her a very introverted person. She wants a romantic relationship, but she doesn’t know what she’s doing....

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]]> 32406 The True Price of a Life Eternal in Eternals #6 https://comicsxf.com/2021/07/30/the-true-price-of-a-life-eternal-in-eternals-6/ Fri, 30 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=32070 The Eternals take on Thanos as the world explodes, and we find out the shocking explanation for Phastos’ heel turn in Eternals #6, written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Esad Ribić, colored by Matthew Wilson, and lettering/design by Clayton Cowles. Karen Charm: Here we are, we’ve made it to the final chapter of Gillen and...

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]]> 32070 Who is the Traitor in Eternals #5? https://comicsxf.com/2021/06/30/who-is-the-traitor-in-eternals-5/ Wed, 30 Jun 2021 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=30262 The Forgotten One comes out of hiding as the Eternal traitor is revealed at last in Eternals #5, written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Esad Ribić, colored by Matthew Wilson, and lettering/design by Clayton Cowles. Karen Charm: Zoe! It feels really good to be back with you in our little conspiracy, talking about Eternals. I...

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]]> 30262 Loki, Sylvie, and the End of the World in Loki Episode #3 https://comicsxf.com/2021/06/25/loki-sylvie-and-the-end-of-the-world-in-loki-episode-3/ Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=30115 Loki’s finally come face to face with himself – or has he? The Variant that the TVA has been hunting down calls herself Sylvie, and clearly wants nothing to do with the Loki name. A mad scramble and a ruined plan leaves the two on a moon on the verge of an apocalypse, and the...

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]]> 30115 This Ain’t Yer Gamma’s Hulk Book in Gamma Flight #1! https://comicsxf.com/2021/06/23/this-aint-yer-gammas-hulk-book-in-gamma-flight-1/ Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=29972 The Immortal Hulk’s allies take center stage in the new 5-issue Gamma Flight miniseries from Al Ewing, Crystal Frasier, Lan Medina, Antonio Fabela and Joe Sabino. Starring Puck, the Absorbing Man, Titania, Doc Sasquatch, Dr. Charlene McGowan and Rick Jones, the series notably marks the first-ever multi-issue story written by an openly trans writer in...

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]]> 29972 Love, Pompoms and a Well-Crafted Trans Narrative in Oni’s Cheer Up https://comicsxf.com/2021/06/15/love-pompoms-and-a-well-crafted-trans-narrative-in-onis-cheer-up/ Tue, 15 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=29312 There’s a certain expectation for most comics focused on trans narratives. More often than not, they will be very well-intentioned but clunky and clumsy to read as the creative team struggles to balance providing an authentic, thorough telling of the trans experience with the readability and pace of a story. I, of course, still deeply...

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]]> 29312 Sapphic Romance & Stolen Cities In Black Cat #7 https://comicsxf.com/2021/06/04/sapphic-romance-stolen-cities-in-black-cat-7/ Fri, 04 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=29026 So just how DOES Black Cat get into and outta the vaults of the Thieves Guild? Jed MacKay, Michael Dowling, Brian Reber, and Ferran Delgado give us the heartwrenching conclusion of the “Gilded City” arc in Black Cat #7.  Zoe Tunnell: Okay, folks. This is a great issue. Truly, it’s a fantastic finale to, really,...

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]]> 29026 Interview: Jed MacKay Chats Marvel With Black Cat, Moon Knight and More https://comicsxf.com/2021/06/01/interview-jed-mackay-chats-marvel-with-black-cat-moon-knight-and-more/ Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=28760 Zoe Tunnell: With the announcement of your new Moon Knight ongoing alongside Black Cat and the Infinite Destinies crossover you’re heavily involved in it feels like a bit of a moment for you as a writer with Marvel! How do you feel about your metaphorical time in the spotlight? Jed MacKay: It’s kind of weird-...

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]]> 28760 Who Is Marvel Proud Of In Marvel Voices: Pride? https://comicsxf.com/2021/05/24/who-is-marvel-proud-of-in-marvel-voices-pride/ Mon, 24 May 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=28068 Loki should be one of, if not the, most prominent queer characters in Marvel’s roster. While not yet on the silver screen, within the pages of Marvel Comics Thor’s brother is not just bisexual, sometimes she is Thor’s sister. An openly genderfluid character whose personal identity shifts nearly as much as her loyalties. With a...

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]]> 28068 Sad Knight Has a Thor Fight in Black Knight: Curse of the Ebony Blade #3 https://comicsxf.com/2021/05/21/sad-knight-has-a-thor-fight-in-black-knight-curse-of-the-ebony-blade-3/ Fri, 21 May 2021 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=27906 Black Knight is back, and he’s sadder than ever. But this time he’s got a cool sword! Black Knight: Curse of the Ebony Blade #3 is written by Si Spurriur, drawn by Sergio Dávilla, colored by Arif Prianto with Chris Sotomayor, and lettered by Corey Petit. Si Spurrier and Sergio Dávilla’s descent into Black Knight...

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]]> 27906 Gilded Saints and Black Foxes in Black Cat #6 https://comicsxf.com/2021/05/12/gilded-saints-and-black-foxes-in-black-cat-6/ Wed, 12 May 2021 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=27065 So the Black Fox sold Manhattan and- YES, the Black Fox SOLD MANHATTAN. Felicia finds herself wayyyyy in over her head yet again. Wow, what’s a girl to do? Another high stakes issue from the creative team of Jed MacKay, Michael Dowling, Brian Reber, and Ferran Delgado.  Allison Senecal: Since we didn’t cover the last...

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]]> 27065 Traitors and Intrigue in Eternals #4 https://comicsxf.com/2021/04/24/traitors-and-intrigue-in-eternals-4/ Sat, 24 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=25564 Could Druig be any more guilty even if he was actually guilty? We’re sure he’ll find a way in Eternals #4, written by Kieron Gillen, drawn by Esad Ribić, colored by Matthew Wilson, and Clayton Cowles on letters and design. Zoe Tunnell: This was a MEATY issue, dang. Eternals hasn’t exactly been a breezy series...

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]]> 25564 Queen Cat Comes Back in Black Cat #4 https://comicsxf.com/2021/03/31/queen-cat-comes-back-in-black-cat-4/ Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=23675 Queen Cat is back, baby, and she’s got her sights set on Felicia. Nina Vakueva is guesting on art duties, alongside our usual creative team – Jed MacKay, Brian Reber, and Ferran Delgado. Allison Senecal: Uh, I was not expecting this from a Lily Hollister issue in the year of our Lord 2021. Zoe Tunnell:...

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]]> 23675 Witchblood #1 Plenty Pretty to Look at, If a Bit Wordy https://comicsxf.com/2021/03/30/witchblood-1-plenty-pretty-to-look-at-if-a-bit-wordy/ Tue, 30 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=22893 There are few things more disappointing to me than when I try out a new book I’ve been looking forward to, only to have it land with a thud. Not necessarily bad, but failing to live up to the potential of the creative team, the premise or some combination of the two. Which is why...

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]]> 22893 Dane Lives His Truth in Black Knight: Curse of the Ebony Blade #1! https://comicsxf.com/2021/03/15/dane-lives-his-truth-in-black-knight-curse-of-the-ebony-blade-1/ Mon, 15 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=22861 Reeling from the revelation that his entire heroic identity is a lie, Black Knight tries to cope with the fact that he isn’t the noble paladin he thought he was. Launching a new era of the Avengers’ resident swordsman, Black Knight: Curse of the Ebony Blade is written by Si Spurrier, drawn by Sergio Dávilla,...

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]]> 22861 A Dally With Deviance in Eternals #3 https://comicsxf.com/2021/03/10/a-dally-with-deviance-in-eternals-3/ Wed, 10 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.comicsxf.com/?p=22599 Thena’s questionable dating history gets scrutinized, but the Eternals are no closer to finding the traitor in Eternals #3, written again by Kieron Gillen, art by Esad Ribić, colors by Matthew Wilson, with VC’s Clayton Cowles doing the lettering and design. Zoe Tunnell: WHO KILLED THE PRIME ETERNAL??? Three issues in and I still don’t...

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