 Archive for the 'Avengers' CategoryUltimate Origins #2 (preview)July 8th, 2008, 11:51 am by Shawn MunguiaThis is basically Marvel Comics‘ Ultimate Captain America origin story and it’s almost identical to the mainstream caps story. There are a few minor changes but for the most part it’s the story we almost all know. Still, the story is well told and those little differences are fun little geek moments. Theres’ also something about a post with a red eye thingy, akin to HAL from “2001” that will likely feature heavily in the overall story. The book is well worth a read.
Invincible Iron Man #3 (preview)July 8th, 2008, 11:30 am by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comics had a hit earlier this summer with the Iron Man movie and the hits just keep on rolling in with the Shell-head with Invincible Iron Man. Matt Fraction continues to enthrall with this tale of Tony Stark as he faces a 21st Century foe in Zebidiah Stane. The offspring of Starks greatest foe looks to make Starks life than any Stane every has, this issue reveals a big slice of creepy to the dude as well.
Iron Man: Director of SHIELD #30 (preview)June 16th, 2008, 8:11 pm by Shawn MunguiaEver since Marvel Comics put the Shell head at the helm of their premiere law-enforcement agency, a bunch of readers have been waiting to see what happens when some of the ghosts of Tony Starks’ past come out to play. This look like we’ll be seeing a bit of just that with this storyline.
Guardians of the Galaxy #2 (preview)June 16th, 2008, 8:04 pm by Shawn MunguiaHow can you not get behind the Marvel Comics team with a raccoon that’s a weapons expert. If that doesn’t float your boat there’s two, count them two, knife wielding, green team members (Gamora and Drax the Destroyer), Adam Warlock, Phylla Vell and a trippy talking Mantis, of the Avengers circa 1980. If that doesn’t grab you, maybe the talking dog will.
Ultimate Origins #1 previewJune 2nd, 2008, 5:07 pm by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comics has been pumping the Ultimate Origins series for a while now. Issue one doesn’t let you in on much of the secrets, but it surely sets the hook. Check out these first few pages that showcase America’s first attempt at a Cap type character in the Ultimate Universe. Really a great read.
Invincible Iron Man #2 previewJune 2nd, 2008, 4:46 pm by Shawn MunguiaThe first issue, of this new title from Marvel Comics, let you know that Zebediah Stane was making moves to take on the Iron Man and set himself up as a power broker for terrorists. But that just scratches the surface. The story is enthralling and the art is petty solid. Take a look then go pick up a copy.
Thor #9 previewMay 26th, 2008, 8:32 pm by Shawn MunguiaWell Marvel Comics version of Loki is now a woman, but he/she may be as treacherous as ever. Thor #9 gives you a look at she and Balder.
She-Hulk #29 previewMay 26th, 2008, 8:27 pm by Shawn MunguiaThis issue begins the tale of how Marvel Comics big green glamazon came to be disbarred and leaves you with a mystery to boot. There is also Peter David’s trademark humor and Val Semeiks pencils to look forward too.
New Avengers #41 previewMay 26th, 2008, 8:09 pm by Shawn MunguiaNew Avengers is providing some of the peripheral stories to Marvel Comics‘ main Secret Invasion storyline. This chapter follows Spidey in the wake of SI2’s dino-rampage. Bring on Shanna and Ka-Zar.
Ms 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.
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