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Two Cosmos(es?) for the Price of One in Defenders Beyond #2!

Mark Turetsky and Karen Charm3 years ago3 years ago023 mins

As our fearless DEFENDERS continue their epic journey into THE BEYOND, the fearsome fivesome meets THE OMEGA COUNCIL and learns the SECRETS OF CREATION and possibly gains a new non-teammate in Defenders Beyond #2! As told by Al Ewing and Javier RodrĂ­guez, with letters by Joe Caramagna. Mark Turetsky:  Well, Karen! It looks like another…

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The Questions Pile Up Like Bodies In BOOM’s Grim #4

Cat Purcell3 years ago3 years ago04 mins

With her very afterlife at stake, Jess must confront a dangerous figure, raising questions about her own death. Now a fugitive, Jess needs answers and is running out of options. Luckily, a new, powerful scythe might be the key to deciphering this entire mystery. Grim #4 is written by Stephanie Phillips, drawn by Flaviano, colored…

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The Logic of Cults and the Nature of Detection in Brother of All Men #2

Rob Secundus3 years ago3 years ago013 mins

Mysteries, conspiracies and sacred structures all rise up in the Canadian wilderness in Brother of All Men #2, written by Zac Thompson, drawn by Eoin Marron, colored by Mark Englert and lettered by Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou for AfterShock. As before, I’d ask you to read Brother of All Men #2 before turning to the reflections here….

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Poison Ivy #3 Makes Death Look Beautiful

Armaan Babu3 years ago3 years ago010 mins

Poison Ivy spends a lot of time plotting murder. That’s not what she loves doing best though, and for once, Ivy gets the chance to do what truly makes her happy in Poison Ivy #3, written by G. Willow Wilson, drawn by Marcio Takara, colored by Arif Prianto and lettered by Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou. Nothing numbs…

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Oh No. We’re Having Another Team-Up in Defenders Beyond #1

Karen Charm and Mark Turetsky3 years ago3 years ago031 mins

The cards are pulled once again, summoning a new non-team of Defenders who must plunge farther back through the prior incarnations of our universe to save them all in Defenders Beyond #1. Words by Al Ewing, pictures by Javier RodrĂ­guez and letters by Joe Caramagna. Karen Charm: I turn the card to reveal “The Prince…

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The Smooch Heard ‘Round the Otherworld in Knights of X #4

Nola Pfau and Karen Charm3 years ago3 years ago017 mins

The Knights of X finally make it to the Siege Perilous but may each lose themselves in its reflection. Thankfully, the Rainbow Is Enough in Knights of X #4 written by Tini Howard, drawn by Bob Quinn, colored by Erick Arciniega, and lettered by Ariana Maher. Nola Pfau: Karen! Is it just me or do…

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An Uncanny Finale in Ms. Marvel Episode 5 and 6

Armaan Babu3 years ago3 years ago020 mins

Kamala’s past and present collide, as does her home and heritage. A trip to the past helps her understand who she truly is, just in time for her to return — first to the present, then to her home — to ensure the safety of everyone she holds dear. Ms. Marvel has adapted a lot…

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Reapers Fear a Bigger Reaper in BOOM’s Grim #3

Cat Purcell3 years ago3 years ago06 mins

Jess’ excursion to the world of the living yields grave consequences when her boss imposes some intense penalties. However, it will take more than that to keep Jess from breaking the rules, especially with the mystery of why she alone can travel between worlds motivating her. Grim #3 is written by Stephanie Phillips, drawn by…

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We Learn More about the Rules in Eight Billion Genies #3

Mark Turetsky and Will Nevin3 years ago3 years ago011 mins

It’s “The First Eight Days,” and there is no sign of the genie-fueled apocalypse abating. Instead, our cast of characters must adjust to this new normal in unexpected ways. Eight Billion Genies #3 is written by Charles Soule, drawn by Ryan Browne and lettered by Chris Crank. Mark Turetsky: Hey Will! It’s been eight days…

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Questions Haunt Our Heroine in Poison Ivy #2

Armaan Babu3 years ago3 years ago016 mins

Poison Ivy is all in. She’s going to erase the human race to save the world from the damage people are causing. The thing about eradicating the human race, though
you need to be sure. And despite having already begun to set her plan in motion, Ivy may not be as sure about this as she…

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Prologue Poetry in Motion in AXE: Eve of Judgment #1

Mark Turetsky and Rasmus Skov Lykke3 years ago3 years ago020 mins

‘Twas the night before Judgment Day, and plots were a-brewing. Look! Stuffy old Domo, and sly grinchy Druig. The bomb was sent to Krakoa with care, In hopes of a genocide, right then and there. Phastos was nestled all snug in th’Exclusion, With visions of torture and nuclear fusion. When what to my wondering eyes…

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More Like the Ass-tral Plane, amirite, in Legion of X #3

Armaan Babu and Ari Bard3 years ago3 years ago036 mins

There are demons in all of us — but if you’re a resident of Krakoa, that can often be a very literal problem. As Pixie traps the body-hopping Skinjacker and tracks down his body, Nightcrawler and Zsen head through the Astral Plane to find a lost god, only for both cases to collide in Legion…

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We Go On The Road in Ms. Marvel Episode 4

Armaan Babu and Mark Turetsky3 years ago3 years ago034 mins

Bye bye New Jersey, hello Karachi! Kamala and her mother travel to the other side of the world to find out more about Kamala’s roots, and the true source of her power. Once she gets there, though, Kamala finds that the mystery goes even deeper than she suspected — and just who are the Red…

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Genies, How Do They Work in Eight Billion Genies #2

Mark Turetsky and Will Nevin3 years ago3 years ago018 mins

In “The First Eight Hours,” the genies reveal the rules of wishing, as well as hint at their master plan. Meanwhile, at the Lampwick, Will Williams reveals a little bit about what makes him tick, and how the gang will survive these first, harrowing days after G-Day. Also, nearly 800,000,000 are dead. Eight Billion Genies…

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That Old Familiar Feeling in Obi-Wan Episode 6

Austin Gorton and Mark Turetsky3 years ago3 years ago034 mins

Obi-Wan confronts Vader, Reva makes a choice, and the toys get put back in the toybox in Obi-Wan Kenobi, Part 6! Austin Gorton: Welcome back to a galaxy far, far away Mark! You’ve made it just in time for the series (?) finale of Obi-Wan. How were you feeling about the series heading into this…

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