Nick Friar

Rogue Sun #3: Image Comics Review

Rogue Sun #3: Image Comics Review

Rogue Sun is one of the best ongoing titles in comics. Ryan Parrott and Abel’s third issue is further confirmation of that, adding a major wrinkle to the story. More importantly, Parrott and Abel further establish the title’s unpredictability. Image ComicsWritten by:...

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Comic of the Week: Killadelphia #21 from Image Comics

Comic of the Week: Killadelphia #21 from Image Comics

Who knew the addition of another dead president could be so impactful on an already awesome series? And what a surprise, the additions of Thomas Jefferson and George Washington have moved John Adams down to No. 3 on my “U.S. President Vampires” list. But enough about...

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Comic of the Week: Seven Secrets #16 from BOOM! Studios

Comic of the Week: Seven Secrets #16 from BOOM! Studios

Tom Taylor and Daniele Di Nicuolo are truly in the zone. The first two arcs of Seven Secrets were well done, but the final one has been next-level. BOOM! StudiosWritten by: Tom TaylorArt by: Daniele Di NicuoloColors by: Walter Baiamonte with Katia RanalliLetters by:...

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Moon Knight: Why major changes to Steven Grant, Mr. Knight work

Moon Knight: Why major changes to Steven Grant, Mr. Knight work

(Warning: Spoilers for Moon Knight #2 ahead.) As a longtime Moon Knight fan, there’s not more I could ask for from these first two episodes. I don’t think I’m alone in that either. That said, there’s no denying changes have been made to the character. Some Background...

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X-Men ‘92: House of XCII #1: Marvel Comics Review

X-Men ‘92: House of XCII #1: Marvel Comics Review

It’s always fun to spend time with the X-Men team we all fell in love with. Whether you met this team through Jim Lee’s work in the comics or while watching the animated show, there’s something about this team that hits the spot. X-Men ‘92: House of XCII #1 does...

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Comic of the Week: Black Widow #15 from Marvel Comics

Comic of the Week: Black Widow #15 from Marvel Comics

Marvel had itself quite the impressive week between the Devil’s Reign finale and the best issue of the ongoing Moon Knight series yet. But the nod has to go to a different Marvel title that came to an end this week with it’s 15th issue: Black Widow Marvel...

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A Town Called Terror #1: Image Comics Review

A Town Called Terror #1: Image Comics Review

Syzmon Kudranski’s style is reason enough to give this title a look, never mind the fact Steve Niles is writing the series. There’s an epic nature to everything Kudranski draws, playing very well to the horror genre. And while black and white doesn’t always play well,...

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Comic of the Week: Immortal X-Men #1 from Marvel Comics

Comic of the Week: Immortal X-Men #1 from Marvel Comics

This book has all the potential in the world with Kieron Gillen running things. Super-powered politician-like figures calling the shots for utopian society on the brink of chaos? With Gillen’s writing style? It’s a perfect match, and Immortal X-Men #1 shows the kind...

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Shadow War: Alpha #1: DC Comics Review

Shadow War: Alpha #1: DC Comics Review

Simply put: If you’re reading any of Joshua Williamson’s ongoing titles at DC Comics, you’ll want to give this a look. Shadow War: Alpha #1 sets up a major event that’s kicked off by a couple of surprising developments, along with a little late twist. DC ComicsWritten...

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