Review: The Silencer #1
By Cat Wyatt
The Silencer is a new DC series, based in the Dark Nights Metal universe. Honor Guest (yes, that really is her name) is one of the world’s deadliest assassins, and the description for the series felt the need to point out that this is true, even though we’ve never heard of her. Personally, I feel that the best assassins would be the ones that keep their names from being mentioned all of the time, and thus I’m willing to consider that further proof, rather than a reason to question the validity of the series.
Review: Dread Gods #3
By Ben Snyder
Three issues into Dread Gods and it finally seems like the story will fulfill on the promise of the original issue. Throughout almost the entirety of Dread Gods #3, I gave up on the series. Nothing new or exciting happened. The supposed plot revelation felt cliché and the writing was adequate at best. But the ending opened up a whole new element for future issues that I never would have expected.
Writer Ron Marz’s series hasn’t been a groundbreaking piece with biting socio/political commentary. If anything the series has simply served as a way to see ancient Greek Gods adorned like modern-day wrestlers duke it out. And this isn’t a bad thing as that is an awesome premise that would have most readers hooked. It simply becomes an issue because Marz is so intent on forcing it away from entertainment. Marz seems predetermined to draw obvious parallels between the Gods World and Carver’s.
Review: Motherlands #1
By Cat Wyatt
This is the first issue in a new series by Vertigo; it appears it’s only going to be six issues long, so it’s not a huge investment for any of the fans. I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty willing to give anything by Vertigo a try (but then again, they published Y: the Last Man, so of course I feel that way). Tabitha (AKA Tab) lives in a world where multiple parallel earths are interconnected to one another. Sounds like pure chaos, right? It pretty much is, and that chaos seems like it would be a bounty hunter’s dream come true. Which makes it pretty fortunate that Tab is a bounty hunter.
Review: Mata Hari #1
By Dustin Cabeal
There is absolutely no joy in giving a bad review to the first issue of a new imprint. Frankly, it sucks to do that, but that’s what I’m here to do. At its core, the story here is fascinating. The era and setting are all things that are fairly new to American comics, at least from the vast majority of titles I’ve read. It’s just that Mata Hari actively makes it difficult for the reader to understand what exactly is going on in the story. Reading the first issue feels more like a punishment than something joyous or entertaining.
Review: The Flash Annual #1
By Cat Wyatt
Whenever I see an annual issue, I always assume that the creators are setting up for a major event in a series (or two). The Flash Annual is no exception to this, which just further affirms that belief for me. From the title (Who Remembers Wally West) it’s pretty clear that this is going to be a Wally heavy issue, though likely the other Flash’s will be making their appearances as well (especially since they are setting up for a major event).
Comic Bastards Podcast - 028
By Dustin Cabeal
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028 - This week on the show I'm keeping it to just four books, but I did read a few more releases than that. The problem is, I need to hear from you! What are you looking forward to releasing, but want a review for before you pick it up? Let me know in the comments. In the meantime, enjoy two advanced reviews for some upcoming Image Comic releases!
Comic books covered in this episode:
- The Silencer #1
- Bonehead #2
- Gideon Falls #1
- Infidel #1
Fucking Finally! WB Announces Deep Blue Sea 2... Stronger. Wiser. Deadlier... Deeper!
By Dustin Cabeal
It is rare that a press release gets me to comment on it anymore. Mostly because after seven years of this gig everyone knows I'm going to shit on whatever I talk about. It's all jokes people, sure, some are really mean jokes, but I don't think we have to be positive about every damn thing every created. Do you like every painting and picture you've ever seen? What about that one in the dentist's office? Okay, my point is, I don't have to like everything, but you better believe your ass that part of me is really excited for what I'm sure is a terrible sequel to a terrible movie. That's right, plot twist motherfuckers, I'm excited as fuck for this film!!!
The Final Arc of the Acclaimed Series by Cullen Bunn and Tyler Crook Hits Shops In March
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In May 2015, readers from across the world accepted an invitation to visit a town called Harrow County. And despite countless haints, witches, monsters, and murderers, we hope you’ve had a pleasant stay.
Aspen Announces Jirni vol. 3
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Aspen Comics is excited to announce the return of one of their best-selling titles this spring with the release of Jirni Volume 3 debuting this March 21st, and continuing their 15-Year Anniversary plans to bring back classic Aspen titles all year-long. Fans of the critically acclaimed series created and written by J.T. Krul will also have several other Jirni-related items releasing in March to help catch them up to the upcoming series. Creator J.T. Krul discusses the return:
Filmmaker Dan Mintz Acquires Valiant Entertainment
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Filmmaker and DMG Entertainment Founder Dan Mintz announced today that the company has acquired Valiant Entertainment, the third largest universe of superhero characters in entertainment, sitting alongside Warner Bros.’ DC Comics and Disney’s Marvel.
Mintz has held a significant stake in Valiant since 2014. By taking complete ownership of Valiant's library of over 2,000 characters, including X-O Manowar, Bloodshot, Harbinger, Shadowman, Archer & Armstrong, Ninjak, Faith and more, Mintz looks to further secure his filmmaker-run studio with a treasure trove of world-class intellectual properties and establish DMG as one of the most valuable and innovative media companies in Hollywood.res
All-Ages Monster Hunters Return in GHOUL SCOUTS: I WAS A TWEENAGE WEREWOLF!
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2016 introduced comic fans to the all-ages adventures of Action Lab’s GHOUL SCOUTS. The fan-favorite series pitted the misfit scouts against a zombie outbreak in their hometown of Full Moon Hollow. The kids return in March 2018 as a new menace threatens them in I WAS A TWEENAGE WEREWOLF!!
Review: Umami #3
By Dustin Cabeal
As I said on my podcast, if Umami had released just one more issue in 2017, it would have likely ended up on my best of list. The inner debate with myself was non-stop about this book a one or two more that were also very close to making the top five. What Umami has going for it above all other comics, is the overwhelming feeling of happiness that it fills you will. That is the main dish that Ken Niimura’s two characters are cooking up, joy and happiness.
Review: The Water Dragon's Bride Vol. 1
By Thea Srinivasan
This is going to be really strange to say, but seeing a child growing up within a matter of one volume makes enjoy this manga even more. It’s a really bad thing to say when everything is falling apart for one character, but I think that brings more emotion within the reader themselves. It’s almost like they’re a spectator for the godlike author. But really, what I’ve read in one volume makes me hope for more to come.
Review: Theatrics vol. 1
By Cat Wyatt
If you've taken a look at the description for Theatrics, you’ve probably noticed that it’s pretty vague and short. Don’t let that put you off from the series. Despite the description, Theatrics is a deep and intriguing study of human nature; the good, the evil, the flexibility and ability to recuperate and recover, and everything in between.
Review: Söngr #1
By Thea Srinivasan
For the first time in my life, I listened to Led Zeppelin. While I will never fall in love with them, I now understand why the authors of this piece chose to showcase their lyrics. But are the lyrics what readers want to read? Or are they just another menagerie of long-held desires by the author?
Review: Out of the Woods: A Journey Through Depression and Anxiety
By Cat Wyatt
Where to start; Out of the Woods is a beautiful and thought-provoking story that helps to explain the experiences one has when dealing with depression and anxiety. The main character, Brent is suffering from both, and like many people in today’s society is afraid of the stigma that comes with treatment. More than that, he feels it is wrong to have to take a medication or see a psychologist like they’re a sign of weakness. But the truth is, like any disease out there, the best way to handle it is to go see the appropriate medical professional to get help. Depression and anxiety are no exceptions, no matter how society may feel about it.
Review: Raven - Daughter of Darkness #1
By Kelly Gaines
The half human, half demon teenage superhero of the DC universe has gotten herself into another sticky situation. Raven- Daughter of Darkness #1, picks up where 2016’s Raven left off, with the deeply troubled Teen Titan trying for fit into ordinary suburbia and make a life with her devout Catholic aunt’s family. Being a demon in a church group is the least of Raven’s worries. In her efforts to prevent evil forces from taking hold of the innocent, Raven meets a young superhuman (well, more of a super being at this point - there’s no confirmation that she’s human yet) whose extraordinary powers have attracted the attention of government agents. Raven finds herself caught in the crossfire of a rescue mission gone bad, and comes face to face with another super-powered teenager with a murky moral history and a strong affinity for wearing hoods.
Review: Killing Bites E.01
By Dustin Cabeal
Killing Bites is a story that you can understand the existence of, but at the same time question the existence. If it were a video game, you would totally understand it. In fact, for those that remember and have played Blood Roar will probably find something to like about this series.
Usually, I would say that at the core, this is a story about people that can morph into animals and fight to the death. More than likely you’d be like, cool, I gotta check this out! But, it’s not just that. That’s what it could have merely been about, and hell, maybe it started off that simple but got lost in the boobies along the way.
Review: DARLING in the FRANXX- E.02
By Erika Suarez
Episode one lays out the mechanics of the piloted mecha suits and provides a deeper understanding how they’re used. The mecha crew we got a glimpse of in the previous episode was properly introduced. Hiro doesn't recall any memory of piloting Strelizia and only remembers the special "kiss" he had with Zero-Two. Fan Service crept up on us but is something expected from Studio Trigger and succeeds in maintaining.
Review: Dagashi Kashi 2 E.02
By Dustin Cabeal
My only concern after the first episode was how the shortened time length would affect the character development and plot progression. Thankfully, that fear was addressed here in the second episode of the Dagashi Kashi sequel.
What is particularly nice about this episode is that the time isn’t split. Often the series feels as if it’s in two parts so that two candies/snacks can be addressed realistically. With this episode, it all takes place in one day. Saya and Kokonotsu are hanging out at the candy shop when a big storm rolls in and in essence traps everyone. Of course, that doesn’t stop Tou and Hotaru from still showing up. This is after they’ve introduced baseball candy in which you press a button trying to get a winner and the idea is that kids will press it a lot and pay more than they intended. Saya says it’s shady, but Kokonotsu defends it… then they hear Hotaru pressing the button way too many times trying to get a winner, which she never does.
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By Justin McCarty
I picked up Transdimensional having no prior knowledge of the subject. Not even the Kickstarter description. If I had, I probably would have skipped it. I am probably one of five comics fans that don't get into sci-fi horror. The Kickstarter describes the comic as being a sci-fi horror in the same family as Alien and The Abyss. I’ve seen Alien maybe (just the one - sad face from you probably), not The Abyss. I wasn’t the proper audience for this comic. However, if I was into this type of story, I could see its appeal.