This issue of Marvel Comics’ Captain Britain and MI:13 finds England and all of magic under attack by the Skrull. From issue 1 this book has been non-stop action and it doesn’t let up in issue 3. Add to that, Spitfire is an alien butt kicker of epic proportions. Really a fun read.
Archive for the 'Secret Invasion' CategoryUltimate Fantastic Four #55 (preview)June 16th, 2008, 8:54 pm by Shawn MunguiaAgatha Harkness of Marvel Comics’ Ultimate universe may not be driving a wedge into the Ultimate FF but she sure seems to be working hard at prying the thing deeper. The psychiatrist seems to have set the Hypocratic oath aside as the team grows further apart at her prodding. Secret Invasion: The Fantastic Four #2 (preview)June 16th, 2008, 8:51 pm by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comics just can’t let a dangling plot dangle of late. Johnny Storm’s ex-wife Lyla returning from the crevices of obscurity to wreck havoc on the quintet is a perfect example of just that. With Reed and Susan out of the way she’s left to deal with Johnny and Ben “the Thing” Grimm. Of course, Franklin and kid sister Valaria are in tow in this Negative Zone adventure. Incredible Hercules #118 (preview)June 16th, 2008, 8:08 pm by Shawn MunguiaHercules became a “must read” pretty quickly and now Marvel Comics’ Prince of Power is the leader of a “God Squad.” Yep, Herc is leading a band of various deities against the Skrull gods, and the trip is just getting started when they have to cross the realm of Nightmare. 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. Mighty Avenger #14 previewMay 19th, 2008, 7:21 pm by Shawn MunguiaThis crossover into Marvel Comics‘ Secret Invasion storyline focuses on The Sentry. You can follow SI just fine without it, but it definitely adds to the reading experience. Secret Invasion: Fantastic Four #1 previewMay 10th, 2008, 5:19 pm by Shawn MunguiaMarvel Comics‘ “Secret Invasion” by the Skrull is in full swing and the first family of Marvel is definitely in the thick of it. The FF were the first humans to encounter Skrull in the Marvel U. and those meetings have always gone bad for the green meanies of the galaxy. This title will follow what the FF is up to throughout the Invasion. The ending of issue #1 has a big reveal but you won’t be seeing it here. Captain Britain and MI: 13 #1 previewMay 10th, 2008, 5:18 pm by Shawn MunguiaCaptain Britain and MI:13 is a bit of a mouthful, but it looks like the title will put the UK superhero in the thick of the action for Marvel Comics‘ “Secret Invasion.” |

