 Archive for the 'artist' CategoryMs Marvel #27 previewMay 26th, 2008, 7:26 pm by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comic’s “Ms.” namesake has had a solid run, issue #27 is new territory for the character as her last book didn’t make it this far. Volume two of the heroine’s tale is still hot with solid writing and beautiful art by the creative team. Add to that the fact that this is a Secret Invasion tie-in, and it makes this book a must have.
Daredevil #107 previewMay 26th, 2008, 6:59 pm by Shawn MunguiaDaredevil is Marvel Comics quintessential street level hero and among Marvels’ pantheon, few have suffered as much. But his current route of self-destruction isn’t going unnoticed by friends. They’re looking to help put the hero’s heels on the floor and force him to come back to “life.”
Angel: Revelations #1 previewMay 26th, 2008, 6:47 pm by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comics is giving a little incite into Warren Worthington with Angel: revelations. The story by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa looks intriguing as does the stylized, and beautiful art by Adam Pollina. The mini-series promises to add detail to the origin story of one of Charles Xavier’s original X-Men.
Soleil: Sky Doll #1 previewMay 10th, 2008, 5:16 pm by Shawn MunguiaSoleil: Sky Doll has already gained international acclaim, but Marvel Comics is bringing is making it available in English for the first time. This comic is definitely for MATURE READERS ONLY. According to Marvel: Meet Noa, a so-called Sky Doll; a life-like female android without rights, who exists only to serve the State’s needs and desires. But when Noa meets two so-called “missionaries” who aid in her escape from her tyrannical master, all hell breaks loose for our cyborg siren as she uncovers clues that she may be much more than just a robotic toy. The first release in a new partnership between Marvel and cutting-edge French publisher Soleil.
Fantastic Four #556 previewApril 8th, 2008, 9:38 am by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comics‘ Fantastic Four #556 sees the FF squaring off against a mechanical menace sans Reed Richards. While the company has been primarily portraying Reed as a lab rat with little to no real knowledge of the real world, this teaming of Mark Miller and Bryan Hitch as storytellers seems to be reviving the luster of Marvel’s premier superhero team.
Nova #12 previewApril 8th, 2008, 9:25 am by Shawn MunguiaNova #12 sees the return of an old friend of the New Warriors. Marvel Comics welcomes the return of Warlock at about the same time as the X-Force title is seeing the return of Magus. The writing team of Dan Abnett and AndyLanning has been doing a great job and Paul Pelletier’s pencils are fantastic.
Wolverine #64 previewApril 8th, 2008, 8:54 am by Shawn MunguiaWolverine #64 is the second to last issue, from Marvel Comics, focusing on Wolvie hunting down Mystique to get revenge for her betrayal of the X-Men. The story is by Jason Aaron and art by Ron Garney.
Incredible Hercules #115March 14th, 2008, 10:27 am by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comics’ take on the prince of power takes on some new twists in Incredible Hercules. When last we left Big Guy and Rusty … Sorry, Hercules and Amadeus Cho, S.H.I.E.L.D. had managed to kill Cho’s puppy. Enraged he set a virus loose through their computer systems. The series has been getting solid attention, so why not take a look below then come back Wednesday for my review.
Thor #7 previewMarch 14th, 2008, 10:05 am by Shawn MunguiaEveryone’s favorite Norse god of thunder has recalled all the Asgardians. Well, maybe not ALL of them. Turns out Odin is still missing from this Marvel Comics title and Thor is determined to find out why. Which leads to an interesting bit of information right as the book gets started. The book also goes out with two different covers. (Read the review Tuesday.)
Shellhead faces the MandarinMarch 7th, 2008, 2:41 pm by Shawn Munguia“Iron Man: Enter the Mandarin” No. 6 from Marvel Comics hits shelves on Wednesday. Writer Joe Casey and artist Eric Canete have combined for the first five and readers of the series have been looking forward to the next time the shellhead and one of his greatest foes go toe-to-steel toe again. Here’s a sneak peek at the cover, recap and first six pages. I’ll let you know what I think on Tuesday.
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