T’Challa’s final attempt to free the galaxy from tyranny in Black Panther #23 written by Ta-Nehisi Coates,art by Daniel Acuña and Ryan Bodenheim, colors by Daniel Acuña and Chris O’Halloran, and lettering by Joe Sabino. It’s been months since Black Panther went on hiatus. I’m not entirely sure why. In any case, issue #23 marks…
Enter the world of Mutant X, a run that’s buck wild and if anyone tries to tell me it is good, I will think less of them. Maddy is in this a lot and people like her. Ranked This Episode: Mutant X #4-12 & Annual 1999 (Goblin Queen) Mutant X #31-32 & Annual 2002 (Beyonder)…
Logan begins his new quest after the shocking events of last month’s anniversary issue. First stop brings him back to the Howlett Estate, but he isn’t alone. Harpoon and Vertigo of the Marauders have designs on Wolverine, and they’re not the only ones. Wolverine #9 is written by Saladin Ahmed, drawn by Javier Pina, colored…
Each week, ComicsXF staff offer their recommendations for what to read. New comics come out Wednesdays. See your local comic shop for more info. And if you own a local comic shop and would like to sponsor the CXF weekly Staff Picks, email contact@comicsxf.com. Adam’s pick: DC K.O. — Harley Quinn vs. Zatanna #1: It’s…
Y’know, sometimes you get an episode request, and you wind up with stories better than you could have expected. Patreon backer and friend of the show Matt McThorn specifically wanted to talk about the Batman annual with the origin of Clownhunter and art by James Stokoe. So we decided, what better theme than more annuals….
In the midst of “Operation: Starlight”, Kes Dameron & Princess Leia reflect on their lost loves in Star Wars #12 written by Charles Soule, art by Ramon Rosanas, colored by Rachelle Rosenberg, and lettered by VC’s Clayton Cowles While this issue technically continues the “Operation: Starlight” storyline, which features the post-Empire Strikes Back Rebel Alliance…
All the forces in Otherworld rush to the grand finale in Knights of X #5, but is this really the end? Written by Tini Howard, drawn by Bob Quinn, colored by Erick Arciniega and lettered by Ariana Maher. Karen: Nola, we’ve made it to the end! Rachel and Betsy are in love, this issue has…
The road to X of Swords continues as Excalibur marches towards the Starlight Citadel. Tini Howard, Marcus To, and Erick Arciniega forge a new tale in Excalibur #11 Nola Pfau: Charlie, I’ve been thinking about that kind and benevolent character who has never done harm to a single person in his entire life. The periwinkle…
Mei Igarashi was a regular girl until she discovered her unusual abilities and her hair changed from brown to white. Now, learn how and why she came to idolize a mysterious freedom fighter in Africa who also harnesses the power of the storm. Ultimate X-Men #3 is written and illustrated by Peach Momoko, with script…
“My secret plan was to one day not tell anybody and just get on some bus to some random city and just move there and become this totally different person.” Enid Coleslaw, Ghost World (Daniel Clowes) The summer after high school is an often painful transitional period. Maybe it’s your last chance to hang out…
Count Nefaria’s headed to the convention center, where his attempt to give himself eternal youth either will, or won’t, blow up midtown! Our heroes’ attempts to stop him either will, or won’t, heal their emotional divides! Point-of-view character Escapade either will, or won’t, star in a Marvel comic again! Our story concludes in New Mutants:…
The original(ish) heroes in a half shell (Turtle power!) are back in all of their cartoonish glory. In virtual reality. For real. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures #1 is written by Erik Burnham, drawn by Tim Lattie, colored by Sarah Myer, lettered by Shawn Lee and published by IDW. Who taught her how…
In “Hide and Seek,” Picard confronts the demons of his past, Adam Soong confronts his legacy, Rios confronts the grandfather paradox, Raffi and Seven confront the Borg Queen, who is busy confronting the woman inside her. Written by Matt Okumura & Chris Derrick, directed by Michael Weaver. CW: Discussion of suicide and mental illness. Mark…
Listen, there’s not much to add here. Alex Ross is very good at art. He has been that way for like 30 years and hasn’t slowed down at all. These covers in October are called Timeless and they sure are. Check out the full press release below. Press Release New York, NY— July 20, 2020…
Captain Marvel and her new crew of Carol Corps Accusers investigate the devious dealings of Wastrel in this story by Kelly Thompson, Cory Smith, Adriano di Benedetto, Tamra Bonvillain, and VC’s Clayton Cowles. Cat Purcell: I’m still keeping my fingers crossed for Lauri-Ell and ready to follow the lead with Wastrel. After the team up…