Weekly Reader, December 23, 2024

[Jeff]

Good thing I'm off work this week!

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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Ultimate Black Panther 8 - Still holding my interest though I'm not sure why. It is taking a long time to tell this story.  Too long honestly. I'll likely make it to the end but they need to resolve something soon.

Avengers 18 - I think I was hoping an Avengers book with Scarlet Witch and Vision in it would recapture that old West Coast Avengers vibe. Unfortunately this doesn't do that.  It's not a bad book. In fact the story was pretty decent but I find I'm not that interested in this version of Avengers at the moment. I'm dropping the title for now.

[Perry]

Waiting to hear the thoughts/reviews on Deathlok before diving into that one. Priest as a writer intrigues me, and Cowan on art is a draw, but... oh hell... I think I talked myself into reading it.


Marvel Unlimited
X-Men #4
Deathlok Special
Fantastic Four (1976) #176
Fantastic Four (1976) #177

DC Universe Ultra
Absolute Wonder Woman #2
Action Comics #277
Batman: Last Halloween #3
Black Canary: Best of the Best #1
Justice League Unlimited #1
Superman #20
Legion of Super-Heroes (1981) #280

Hoopla
The One Hand/Six Fingers v1 (issues 1-5 and issues 1-5)
Conan #17
The Witcher v1 (Issues 1-5)
Scarlett v1 (Issues 1-5)
G.I. Joe (2024) #1

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X-Men - Much better art (at least where panel fill and Hank McCoy are concerned) and I thought the Juggernaut dialog was really well done, but this is still boring and has that repeat of a repeat feel. Seems boring when I read it. I am somewhat interested in seeing what the last panel has to say in the future issue(s), so I am still here for at least one issue.

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1 - this was ok. Not a must read but I didn't really know about Deathlocks origins so I found it interesting and fun.

ACTION COMICS #1075-1077 - I'm disappointed in this Phantom Zone story as I was hoping for much more with Mon-El.  I'm still enjoying the Supergirl backup story but even it has met with a lull.  I'm hoping for a stronger finish but I'm doubtful this will be more than just an ok arc.

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33 - it was an ok ending but I think I'm taking a break from this title.

BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6) - Interesting series overall and a weird ending.  I enjoyed the mini series.

BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)  - Excellent issue! Especially with that cliffhanger ending!

BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)  - Another ok comic issue. Going to see it through.

TITANS #17 - Hmmm.  I think I liked this but not sure.  Going to give it another issue to take on some steam.

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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Legion of Super-Heroes 277-278 - I think I remember who Reflecto truly is.  Despite this being plotted by Gerry Conway I'm still enjoying it for what it is. 70's silliness at its best.

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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Phoenix 3 - bit of a weak ending to the arc.  I understand Perry's disdain for the all powerful but I'm still onboard this.  I was hoping for more character moments with my favorites but it still has potential.

Uncanny X-Men 3 - hard to get interested in these new kids but some are growing on me.  I like the "horse girl".  Simone can be good with new characters so I'm giving it a chance. 

Wolverine Deep Cut 3 - this has been so fun and it stays that way with this issue. Love the bloody fight with the Marauders.

X-Factor 3 - Gave it the three issue try. It had potential (and still does) but I can't get into the humor. I'm out.

X-Men 4 - I've always liked Fitzroy as a villain but I'm not a fan of these Upstarts he's now leading.  Also not a fan of the return of the villain pulling the strings. But the issue was still a decent read and I have a strange fascination with what is going on.

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2 - still the best Absolute book.  Love the poker game gang.  This has a lot of potential greatness.

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2 - Excellent issue. DC has a hit on their hands with these Absolute books.  This issue pulled me in to Wonder Woman even more. Great opening arc.

DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6) - One more issue to go! This has been a great series and this was a great issue.  Big reveals and threads converging.  Next issue will be an explosive conclusion!

JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7) - Slow moments a fast moments. Feels like it's taking too long to move and yet a lot happens. Still good but need some more movement in the main story.

[Jimmy T]

I read Deadpool 6 and X-men 4/ That's it!

With so much vacationing and driving with the family, and yes, football LOL I haven't been around my DC stuff at all! And thats another 10 titles!

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18 - new writer
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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GREEN LANTERN #17 - I can't believe it took me so long to get to this. Great issue! So many cool things happened in this issue and it still was just a build up for the next battle!

THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6) - I'm in. Good start to this mini and characters I like.  Plus a mystery right off the bat!

[Jimmy T]

Superman 20 (??) I'm wholly digging all of this. And Dan Mora!
Action 1077 - I like. All the story bits
Worlds Finest 33 - it's fine. I always feel the same about Eclipso stories now. He just gets beat. Whatevs
Absolute WW 2 - So cool!!
Legion 280 - wow, this was wordy even for a 70s comic!!!

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6) - Another Tom King winner. Very different kind of story that sucked me in.  Especially with the twist!

GREEN ARROW #18 - Chris Condon of That Texas Blood fame kicks off a great new arc. Simple murder mystery and I love it. The art got a little confusing at spots but overall it's decent.  Looks like I'm definitely staying on Green Arrow!

JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1 - Good start. I like the mixing of heroes for the specific threat. Loved seeing Firestorm in the Justice League again.  Airwave and Star Sapphire are fun additions.  Off to a good start!

[Jeff]

Marvel Unlimited
Phoenix 3
Ultimate Black Panther 8
Uncanny X-Men 3

Avengers 18
Deathlock 50th Anniversary Special 1
Wolverine Deep Cut 3
X-Factor 3
X-Men 4

DC Universe Ultra
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1075
BATMAN: DARK AGE #6 (OF 6)
GREEN LANTERN #17

ACTION COMICS #1076
BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE #2 (OF 12)
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #33
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL: ALLWINTER #5 (OF 6)
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #1 (OF 6)
TITANS #17
BATMAN: FULL MOON #2 (OF 4)
JENNY SPARKS #4 (OF 7)

ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2
ACTION COMICS #1077
BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #1 (OF 6)
GREEN ARROW #18
JUSTICE LEAGUE: UNLIMITED #1

Legion of Super-Heroes 277
Legion of Super-Heroes 278

ComiXology
BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1

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BRZRKR: Bloodlines Vol 1 - this collects two special issues, "BRZRKR: Poetry of Madness 1 " and "BRZRKR: Fallen Empire 1". Both were awesome.  The first takes place in the time of Atlantis and the second takes place hundreds of years ago in the middle eastern desert. Both have great intrigue and bloody battles. Big thumbs up!

[Jeff]

I'm going to add these two since I got through the list early this week!

DC Universe Ultra
Legion of Super-Heroes 279
Legion of Super-Heroes 280

[Jeff]

DC Universe Ultra
Legion of Super-Heroes 279
Legion of Super-Heroes 280

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Legion of Super-Heroes 279 - I forgot to mention how much I love these George Perez covers!  Would have loved it if he could have done some full issues.  This is part three of the Gimbor story and Reflectos identity is revealed...just as I remembered.  Looking forward to issue 280 and then on to the Levitz era!