Comics

Nightwing #1 – Review

With the New 52’s arrival, there were many concerns amongst
fans. One of the larger qualms included Dick Grayson switching from the ol’ bat
costume back to his roots as Nightwing. While there were many naysayers out
there (as I’m sure there still are and will be), Kyle Higgins’s Nightwing
managed to prove that Dick can easily jump back into the suit and get back to
action. With stellar artwork and a solid storyline, Nightwing #1 may leave some
of the long-time Grayson fans a bit disappointed, but it is an excellent introduction
to what appears to be a promising series for new fans and a decent read for
comic fans in general.

The first issue revolves around Dick’s new life now that
Bruce is back in town, and really gives the reader a chance to get to know what
he lives like now, as well as what his thoughts about Gotham and his past.
While many may find this aspect a bit on the boring side, it was definitely a
great way to introduce us to Dick once again, and it was meshed with enough
action to keep everyone happy. While the story wasn’t anything spectacular,
Kyle Higgins managed to deliver a solid issue while still introducing us to his
character, which is what was expected from a #1 issue.

Considering Comics: Why Aren’t You a Fan of Comics?

Hey guys. Just kind of wondering in print here, curious if any of you might have some insight I lack. Why aren’t more people fans of comics? That’s the question, plain and simple. We report on four different types of media here at Player Affinity: video games (for multiple platforms), films, television, and comics. Now, I’ll tell you up front that this is not going to be a heavily researched article. We’re taking a ride on the supposition express. Having said that, when I run a search on [internet search engine of your choice here] for “video game/movie/television news” I get back between one hundred million and three hundred million hits. When I search “comic book news” the results don’t even break forty million. I’m not a mathematician, but to me, that makes a statement.

Batman #1 – Review

So far
the flagship DC books appear to be untarnished by the DC relaunch, and Batman
#1 is certainly no exception. For those that still think the DC relaunch was a
bad idea, these writers certainly aren’t giving you much evidence to back it
up. Starting
off as an introduction to Gotham and ending with a bang, Snyder shows us that
he means business with this one.

Red Hood and the Outlaws #1 – Review

Red Hood and the Outlaws misses the point of the New 52 and doesn’t manage to do much right. The point of the re-launch is to entertain and enrapture new readers into comic books by starting a new story and not expecting the reader to know much. This comics expects you to be a connoisseur on Red Hood and Roy Harper history. None of the characters are likeable, the story is barely there, and the artwork is nowhere near as great as expected.

The comic opens on our only action scene where Red Hood (the second Robin, Jason Todd, who went crazy after dying), rescues Green Arrow’s old sidekick Speedy, with some help from Tamaranian Princess Starfire. The motley crew continues to stay together and enjoys some time on the beach… and in bed.

Swamp Thing #1 – Review

The unfortunate thing about Swamp Thing #1 is that it has automatically been compared to the wonderful Swamp Thing run written by Alan Moore. This is a shame since, while in comparison to the original series this issue may fail to match the story, characters or even artwork of the original, this issue has elements from the original that are fun and incorporated well and is a good, enjoyable entry in the Swamp Thing saga.

Mass numbers of animals have been dying out all over the world: Every bird in Superman’s home of metropolis, every bird in Gotham (or at least Batman’s batcave) and every fish under Aquaman’s watch in the sea. Alec Holland, now separated from the Green that turned him into the creature known as Swamp Thing, is haunted by the memories of his past life and has taken a leave from his career as a botanist to start a new and normal life as a construction worker…  until Superman drops by, and then another familiar face that will change Holland’s life.

Green Lantern #1 – Review

Green Lantern #1 is a unique case in the widespread relaunch DC is currently unleashing on the world. The Corps remains relatively untouched by the events of Flashpoint, as it had its own crap to deal with in terms of the War of the Green Lanterns. Sinestro is now a Green Lantern again, and Hal is simply human again – destitute and depowered.

Action Comics #1 – Review

Apparently Superman has converted back to his attitude from the original Action Comics #1 and has forgotten the other half of his costume. There is a lot of great action in this comic, but it only manages to fulfill the title and nothing else.

Grant Morrison takes his turn writing the beginning of this Superman story. Superman has been in the eye of Metropolis for three months. His vigilante ways put him on the wrong side of the road with Lex Luthor and Lois Lane’s father hot on his trail. And of course, he must save Lois Lane’s life yet again.