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Counting Down 10 Comics Bromances

Counting Down 10 Comics Bromances

July 14th, 2016 | by Grant Billings

Comics have been home to some of the most epic "Bromances" of all-time. Here, our Grant Billings takes time to rank the  warrior wingmen we all know and love. Some of the greatest bromances between our favourite comics heroes bring about some great banter and...

Review: Jackpot #3

Review: Jackpot #3

July 9th, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

Our Contributor, Darryll Robson, takes a look at the latest issue of Jackpot from Ray Fawkes and Aftershock Comics. Aftershock Comics are adding more and more interesting titles to their catalogue, attracting some very big creators to their mix; take for example the announcement of...

Review: Superman: The Coming of the Supermen #6

Review: Superman: The Coming of the Supermen #6

July 8th, 2016 | by Kyle King

Superman: The Coming of the Supermen #6 hit the stands this week, bringing to a close Neal Adams's limited series paying homage to Jack Kirby's additions to the legacy of the Man of Steel. ComiConverse's Action Ace archivist, T. Kyle King, brings you his thoughts...

Review: Batman v Superman Ultimate Edition
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Review: Batman v Superman Ultimate Edition

July 8th, 2016 | by James Morgan

Back when the theatrical cut of Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice was released, fans and moviegoers had all but made up their minds about this movie - they either loved it or hated it - a lot. Batman and Superman - two of the greatest superheroes...

Review: Superman #2

Review: Superman #2

July 8th, 2016 | by Kyle King

Superman #2 debuted on Wednesday, continuing the story of the pre-Flashpoint Clark Kent and Lois Lane as they, and their son Jonathan, settle into their new lifestyle. Showcasing the talents of collaborators Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason, Son of Superman — Part Two features...

Review: Cry Havoc #6

Review: Cry Havoc #6

June 26th, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

After coming to Image Comics' Cry Havoc party a little late our Contributor, Darryll Robson, takes a look at the final issue in the initial story arc. Simon Spurrier gathers a host of artists to tell the final part of Lou’s introduction into the mythic...

Review: Doctor Strange #9

Review: Doctor Strange #9

June 26th, 2016 | by Mitch Nissen

The quest for magic continues in the latest issue of Doctor Strange from Marvel Comics. ComiConverse contributor Mitch Nissen continues his coverage of the sorcerer supreme. Doctor Strange #9 has arrived from Marvel Comics and with it we take one step closer to the climax...

Review: Action Comics #958
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Review: Action Comics #958

June 25th, 2016 | by Kyle King

Action Comics #958 exploded onto the scene on Wednesday, continuing writer Dan Jurgens’s and artist Patrick Zircher’s Path of Doom storyline. Rebirth has marked the return of the pre-Flashpoint Superman and Lois Lane, along with a whole host of familiar faces. ComiConverse’s Man of Steel...

Review: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #4

Review: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #4

June 23rd, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

Issue 4 of Mighty Morpin Power Rangers is out on the shelves and our contributor Darryll Robson casts his eye over this slice of the popular franchise. It's Morphin Time in this month's Power Rangers comic from Boom! Studios. The Zords are out in all...

Review: Lucas Stand #1

Review: Lucas Stand #1

June 22nd, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

Boom! Studios new release from TV writer and producer Kurt Sutter, Lucas Stand, is a supernatural thriller and our contributor, Darryll Robson, takes a look at the first issue. Drawing inspiration from television shows, movies and modern, independent comics, Lucas Stand is a gritty new...

Review: Guardians of Infinity #7

Review: Guardians of Infinity #7

June 19th, 2016 | by Mitch Nissen

Three teams of Guardians of the Galaxy from three different eras must unite if they are to save all of infinity from total annihilation. ComiConverse contributor Mitch Nissen continues chronicling this cosmic epic from Marvel Comics. Guardians of Infinity #7 has landed in comic shops...

Review: Superman #1

Review: Superman #1

June 19th, 2016 | by Kyle King

Superman #1 was released this week, continuing the Rebirth reset of the Man of Steel. Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason made their debut as the creative tandem at the helm with a tale focused on the home life of the pre-Flashpoint Clark Kent and...

We ComiConverse with Shauna Grant

We ComiConverse with Shauna Grant

June 17th, 2016 | by Carly Berkowitz

Shauna Grant is the artist and writer of Princess Love♥Pon, a webcomic that has been recognized by several groups and featured during this year's black comics month. Here, our own Carly Berkowitz gets a chance to talk with Grant about Princess Love♥Pon and her world...

Review: The Spire #8

Review: The Spire #8

June 16th, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

The final issue of Boom! Studios The Spire has hit the shelves and our contributor, Darryll Robson, delves into the plot twists of this fantasy whodunnit. Please note the following review contains major spoilers. Please read the comic first. Synopsis The end is near and...

Cry Havoc: Mythology Explored

Cry Havoc: Mythology Explored

June 13th, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

The first arc of Cry Havoc from Image Comics comes to an end this month and our contributor, Darryll Robson, takes a look at the previous 5 issues in preparation. With Cry Havoc Simon Spurrier and a handful of artists have produced a supernatural horror comic steeped...

Review: DC Rebirth #1

Review: DC Rebirth #1

June 13th, 2016 | by Ryan Mayer

DC Rebirth has been on of the biggest events in comics, and our own Ryan Mayer is here to give his breakdown of the first issue. The biggest problem DC Comics has had over the years is that by going through with big reboots, back...

Review: Action Comics #957

Review: Action Comics #957

June 10th, 2016 | by Kyle King

Action Comics #957 resumed the historic numbering of DC Comics' oldest publication, returned Dan Jurgens to the duty of writing a long-established Man of Steel title, and followed up on last week's Superman: Rebirth #1. ComiConverse's Kal-El correspondent, T. Kyle King, offers his thoughts on...

Review: Doctor Strange #8

Review: Doctor Strange #8

June 10th, 2016 | by Mitch Nissen

The latest issue of Marvel Comics' Doctor Strange has hit newsstands and ComiConverse Contributor Mitch Nissen is here with the lesson in defense against the dark arts of the Empirikul. The Search For Magic Has Begun When we last left Doctor Strange, Scarlet Witch, Talisman,...

Review: Lumberjanes / Gotham Academy #1

Review: Lumberjanes / Gotham Academy #1

June 9th, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

Crossovers are nothing new and some, like the new Lumberjanes/Gotham Academy, are more anticipated than others. Our contributor, Darryll Robson, takes a look at the Boom!/DC mix to see if it is more than just a gimmick. Two popular teams of characters from publishers Boom!...

Review: MMPR Pink #1

Review: MMPR Pink #1

June 9th, 2016 | by Darryll Robson

The main Boom Studios! Mighty Morphin Power Rangers title is in full swing but there are still plenty of stories to tell. ComiConverse contributor Darryll Robson reviews the first issue of the Pink mini-series. Deciding which of the Rangers to focus a solo comic on...

Review: Superman: The Coming of the Supermen #5

Review: Superman: The Coming of the Supermen #5

June 6th, 2016 | by Kyle King

Superman: The Coming of the Supermen #5 was released last Wednesday, presenting the penultimate installment of Neal Adams's sweeping and strange Man of Steel saga. Big Barda, Mister Miracle, and Metron all make appearances in Strangers in a Strange Land!, which ComiConverse's Superman writer, T....

Review: Superman: Rebirth #1

Review: Superman: Rebirth #1

June 6th, 2016 | by Kyle King

Superman: Rebirth #1 was released last Wednesday, marking the ascension of the pre-Flashpoint Last Son of Krypton as the official Man of Steel of the ongoing New 52 continuity. Storytellers Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason teamed up to pen an important introductory tale, which...