BLACKEST NIGHT CONTINUES THIS WEDNESDAY WITH BLACKEST NIGHT: TALES OF THE CORPS #3
Blackest Night has only been happening for two weeks, and it's already the biggest single story of the summer. We can't get enough. You guys can't get enough. And, I don't think Geoff Johns can get enough, as we are completely stoked on everything that's come out so far. This Wednesday, the origins of the different Lantern Corps are further explored, and revealed in the third and final installment of Blackest Night: Tales of the Corps #3.
From the killer Mongul storyline in issue #1 to the revelations being dropped about the Indigo Lanterns (Compassion=Killing?). This three issue limited being written by Blackest Night masterminds, Geoff Johns and Peter J. Tomasi, has been one heck of a solid read. It is NOT just filler tie-in stuff, but something that actually adds to the story being told.
Click here to read more about BLACKEST NIGHT: TALES OF THE CORPS #3.
From the killer Mongul storyline in issue #1 to the revelations being dropped about the Indigo Lanterns (Compassion=Killing?). This three issue limited being written by Blackest Night masterminds, Geoff Johns and Peter J. Tomasi, has been one heck of a solid read. It is NOT just filler tie-in stuff, but something that actually adds to the story being told.
Click here to read more about BLACKEST NIGHT: TALES OF THE CORPS #3.
DARK REIGNING BLOOD: NEW AVENGERS #55, SECRET WARRIORS #6, DARK REIGN: HAWKEYE #4,DARK REIGN: SINISTER SPIDER-MAN #2, & MORE!
Dark Reign hits big this Wednesday with a whole slew of killer Dark Reign titles. First off, the biggest, is Marvel's flagship book, New Avengers, with NEW AVENGERS #55! And, now that the Sorcerer Supreme story arc is over, it's onto a brand new story arc which not only picks up on threads left over from the "Who is the Sorcerer Supreme" arc, but takes things in a whole new direction. And, with this new arc, we get a brand new artist to the series with Stuart Immonen, the man behind the whacked out pencils of Nextwave, and Ultimate Spidey. To be honest, I wasn't totally feeling Billy Tan on the book, and I'm kind of glad to see some fresh new styles getting put onto one of Marvel's biggest books. The new story arc is about one of the Hood's cronies figuring out a way to drain the New Avengers powers. This one should be an awesome story for all of us who love those hoardes of B-Level villains, and the Hood. We're stoked! Click here to read a preview of NEW AVENGERS #55
Plus, also arriving this week is Secret Warriors #6, and in case you've been sleeping on it, Secret Warriors is one of Marvel's BEST series coming out currently. Jonathan Hickman is going to be one of the next big superstar writers, we guarantee it, and he's doing some amazing things with Secret Warriors. Not to mention, Stefano Caselli's art is the perfect match to Hickman's story. This is the perfect espionage comic, and it channels old school Jim Steranko madness with a new school energy. Click here to read more aboutSECRET WARRIORS #6!
And, ontop of those two heavy hitters, we've got a nice assortment of solid Dark Reign tie-ins and limited series hitting the racks this Wednesday. First off is the rock solid new DARK REIGN: SINISTER SPIDER-MAN #2 which features everyone's favorite (un)friendly neighborhood Venom wreaking havoc where-ever he goes. Chris Bachalo's surreal art makes this one a must for any self-respecting Marvel fan.
We've also got DARK REIGN: HAWKEYE #4 hitting the racks this week, which features everyone's favorite homicidal assassin, Bullseye, trouncing about town as the Dark Avenger Hawkeye. This one's written by the author of the critically acclaimed Vertigo series, The Losers (soon to be a motion picture), and pencilled by the always solid Tom Raney. It's a bloody deconstruction of the superhero archetype, and the whole Bullseye as Hawkeye thing really plays up well. I mean, in the first issue.. he puts a pen in a woman's eye who asks for an autograph... how can this not be good?
Finally, rounding out the assortment of Dark Reign books hitting this week, there'sDARK REIGN: LETHAL LEGION #2, which really impressed us with the first issue. Basically, it's the rejects of the Dark Avengers. The supervillains who didn't make the cut, and who's helping lead them to victory in their revenge against Norman Osborn? Wonder Man? Say what? Yeah, it's solid stuff, folks. I mean, c'mon.. The Grim Reaper... Absorbing Man... Man-Ape.. it's a must.
And, then we have DARK REIGN: THE HOOD #3, which features one of Third Eye's favorite villains to make it big in the 21st century. Lets face it, the Hood is like the Spider-man of supervillains. He's the everyman. He's the villain we can almost see a little of ourselves in. Okay, don't think we're sociopaths here at Third Eye or anything, but what we're saying is we really enjoy the street-level, down to earth approach to a bigger than life supervillain with the Hood. The limited series has been a great entry point into explaining the character, his motivations, and what his place in the Marvel U is.
All right, I know, I know, I've been raving about how great DC's recharge of the Batman books has been for a while now. I'm sure a lot of you guys already get the point that I think these are some of the finest superhero reads hitting the shelves. And, lets face it, everyone has a soft spot for Batman, Gotham City, and all of his deranged rogues. But, I have to say.. Detective Comics has been one of the best of the new Batman titles. This is the book that features Batwoman, and the art style is AMAZING. We still have plenty of issue #854 in stock, which is the first issue in the current direction of Detective featuring Batwoman.
What is making this series so great? Well, first off, Greg Rucka is delivering some incredible storytelling. Very gritty, street-level writing that takes the character into a very hard-edged direction. But, what really makes this series pop is the artist, J.H Williams III and his unique approach to the storytelling. The art is very fragmented, and harsh when Batwoman is in Batwoman mode, but when she's in her secret identity.. it's much more soft, and muted. It really enhances the story.
Outside of Batman & Robin, this is my favorite Bat-book right now. If you didn't check out the first issue, give it a go this week. If you did, then we know you'll be snagging up the second issue follow-up. Click here to read more aboutDETECTIVE COMICS #855 *BATWOMAN PT 2*
Plus, also arriving this week is Secret Warriors #6, and in case you've been sleeping on it, Secret Warriors is one of Marvel's BEST series coming out currently. Jonathan Hickman is going to be one of the next big superstar writers, we guarantee it, and he's doing some amazing things with Secret Warriors. Not to mention, Stefano Caselli's art is the perfect match to Hickman's story. This is the perfect espionage comic, and it channels old school Jim Steranko madness with a new school energy. Click here to read more aboutSECRET WARRIORS #6!
And, ontop of those two heavy hitters, we've got a nice assortment of solid Dark Reign tie-ins and limited series hitting the racks this Wednesday. First off is the rock solid new DARK REIGN: SINISTER SPIDER-MAN #2 which features everyone's favorite (un)friendly neighborhood Venom wreaking havoc where-ever he goes. Chris Bachalo's surreal art makes this one a must for any self-respecting Marvel fan.
We've also got DARK REIGN: HAWKEYE #4 hitting the racks this week, which features everyone's favorite homicidal assassin, Bullseye, trouncing about town as the Dark Avenger Hawkeye. This one's written by the author of the critically acclaimed Vertigo series, The Losers (soon to be a motion picture), and pencilled by the always solid Tom Raney. It's a bloody deconstruction of the superhero archetype, and the whole Bullseye as Hawkeye thing really plays up well. I mean, in the first issue.. he puts a pen in a woman's eye who asks for an autograph... how can this not be good?
Finally, rounding out the assortment of Dark Reign books hitting this week, there'sDARK REIGN: LETHAL LEGION #2, which really impressed us with the first issue. Basically, it's the rejects of the Dark Avengers. The supervillains who didn't make the cut, and who's helping lead them to victory in their revenge against Norman Osborn? Wonder Man? Say what? Yeah, it's solid stuff, folks. I mean, c'mon.. The Grim Reaper... Absorbing Man... Man-Ape.. it's a must.
And, then we have DARK REIGN: THE HOOD #3, which features one of Third Eye's favorite villains to make it big in the 21st century. Lets face it, the Hood is like the Spider-man of supervillains. He's the everyman. He's the villain we can almost see a little of ourselves in. Okay, don't think we're sociopaths here at Third Eye or anything, but what we're saying is we really enjoy the street-level, down to earth approach to a bigger than life supervillain with the Hood. The limited series has been a great entry point into explaining the character, his motivations, and what his place in the Marvel U is.
STUFF OF LEGEND #1 - "TOY STORY" MEETS "SAVING PRIVATE RYAN"! THIS ONE LOOKS AWESOME!
Stuff Of Legend is one of those independently published books that is going to surely fly under a lot of people's radars. And, that's a real shame, because this book is freaking awesome! After hearing some buzz on the title, I got a preview copy from the publishers, and I was blown away. This is a dark, dark book... but at the same time, isn't a dark, dark book. It's really hard to pin down the feel.. and you know what, be it music, film, or comics.. not being able to categorize something always means it's a quality piece of work.
Stuff of Legend is set in 1944, and as the allied forces wage war overseas, there's a war going on in a small boy's bedroom back in Brooklyn, New York. An army of toys will defend their human master against the Boogeyman, and his army of bitter, lost and forgotten toys. Now, we know.. it's toys fighting toys.. but, THIS BOOK IS VIOLENT AS HELL. The unique art style combined with a visceral sense of combat when the toys throw down, along with some really interesting characterization of each of the different toys.. it all combines into one very appealing package.
So, do yourselves a favor, folks, and check this one out this Wednesday. It's a small press title, and we have a feeling it's going to be one of those sleeper hits that blow up after everyone's already sold out.. so make sure you get your's while you can! Click here to read more about STUFF OF LEGEND #1!
Stuff of Legend is set in 1944, and as the allied forces wage war overseas, there's a war going on in a small boy's bedroom back in Brooklyn, New York. An army of toys will defend their human master against the Boogeyman, and his army of bitter, lost and forgotten toys. Now, we know.. it's toys fighting toys.. but, THIS BOOK IS VIOLENT AS HELL. The unique art style combined with a visceral sense of combat when the toys throw down, along with some really interesting characterization of each of the different toys.. it all combines into one very appealing package.
So, do yourselves a favor, folks, and check this one out this Wednesday. It's a small press title, and we have a feeling it's going to be one of those sleeper hits that blow up after everyone's already sold out.. so make sure you get your's while you can! Click here to read more about STUFF OF LEGEND #1!
BATMAN: REBORN CONTINUES THIS WEEK IN THE PAGES OF DETECTIVE COMICS #855 *BATWOMAN PT 2*
All right, I know, I know, I've been raving about how great DC's recharge of the Batman books has been for a while now. I'm sure a lot of you guys already get the point that I think these are some of the finest superhero reads hitting the shelves. And, lets face it, everyone has a soft spot for Batman, Gotham City, and all of his deranged rogues. But, I have to say.. Detective Comics has been one of the best of the new Batman titles. This is the book that features Batwoman, and the art style is AMAZING. We still have plenty of issue #854 in stock, which is the first issue in the current direction of Detective featuring Batwoman.
What is making this series so great? Well, first off, Greg Rucka is delivering some incredible storytelling. Very gritty, street-level writing that takes the character into a very hard-edged direction. But, what really makes this series pop is the artist, J.H Williams III and his unique approach to the storytelling. The art is very fragmented, and harsh when Batwoman is in Batwoman mode, but when she's in her secret identity.. it's much more soft, and muted. It really enhances the story.
Outside of Batman & Robin, this is my favorite Bat-book right now. If you didn't check out the first issue, give it a go this week. If you did, then we know you'll be snagging up the second issue follow-up. Click here to read more aboutDETECTIVE COMICS #855 *BATWOMAN PT 2*
DARK X-MEN CONTINUES THIS WEEK IN DARK X-MEN: BEGINNING #2!
The Dark X-Men saga that Marvel's been spinning this summer has been a fantastic companion piece to Dark Avengers. It's definitely the creative shot in the arm that the X-Books have needed to make them feel more tied in with the rest of the Marvel Universe. Plus, with Matt Fraction (who is by far one of our favorite writers working for Marvel right now) heading up the main storyline, this whole line has been very strong storywise.
This week, at Third Eye, we've got the second issue of DARK X-MEN: THE BEGINNING #2 arriving to continue the Dark X-Men storylines. This three issue limited series is exploring the secrets and mysteries behind the Dark X-Men team that Osborn has put together. The first issue was a rock solid read, and we do still have plenty in stock still, so if you need it, we've got it. What's Emma Frost's dark motivation? Where do Cloak and Dagger fit into the scheme of things? And, Dark Beast... we haven't seen him in quite some time, so it's cool to see him in the mix as well.
Click here to check out a preview of DARK X-MEN: BEGINNING #2
This week, at Third Eye, we've got the second issue of DARK X-MEN: THE BEGINNING #2 arriving to continue the Dark X-Men storylines. This three issue limited series is exploring the secrets and mysteries behind the Dark X-Men team that Osborn has put together. The first issue was a rock solid read, and we do still have plenty in stock still, so if you need it, we've got it. What's Emma Frost's dark motivation? Where do Cloak and Dagger fit into the scheme of things? And, Dark Beast... we haven't seen him in quite some time, so it's cool to see him in the mix as well.
Click here to check out a preview of DARK X-MEN: BEGINNING #2
BATMAN: YEAR ONE ARTIST DAVID MAZZUCCHELLI'S ASTERIOS POLYP AVAILABLE THIS WEDNESDAY AT THIRD EYE... THE NEXT GREAT GRAPHIC NOVEL! FEATURED ON G4'S FRESH INK BY BLAIR BUTLER. CHECK THIS OUT!
There's always those one of a kind stories that surface from time to time, and they just seem like they come out of nowhere. David Mazzucchelli, the artist who worked with FRANK MILLER on BATMAN YEAR ONE, has done a lot of work since Batman Year One, but Year One has always been his defining moment. Until now, that is. This little gem, while just now beginning to receive tons of critical acclaim, has received little to no hype in a lot of comic book circles. And, now, after a well-deserved plug on G4, we feel that this book is getting the attention it deserves.
Asterios Polyp is a story about an architect, who has never had one of his designs built. He's a depressing, and from the start, despicable character. Smug, and lecherous, you really don't think you're going to like this guy... and as you're pulled deeper into his seedy world of bittersweet yesterdays... you start to feel for the guy. The graphic novel takes you through the early days of his life into his later years, and you get to see him develop as a character and person through these times.
The artwork is phenomenal, and Mazzucchelli does some amazing things with simple strokes of the pen to convey the emotion of this story. All we can say is this one is a solid read, and we'd highly recommend it to anyone who can get into just plain old fashioned comics. For those of you who might think it sounds pretentious, trust us, that's the beauty of this book.. it's not just some wanna-be arthouse sensation.. it's a true blue graphic novel infused with tons of feeling. Click hereto read an article Entertainment Weekly did on the book!
Asterios Polyp is a story about an architect, who has never had one of his designs built. He's a depressing, and from the start, despicable character. Smug, and lecherous, you really don't think you're going to like this guy... and as you're pulled deeper into his seedy world of bittersweet yesterdays... you start to feel for the guy. The graphic novel takes you through the early days of his life into his later years, and you get to see him develop as a character and person through these times.
The artwork is phenomenal, and Mazzucchelli does some amazing things with simple strokes of the pen to convey the emotion of this story. All we can say is this one is a solid read, and we'd highly recommend it to anyone who can get into just plain old fashioned comics. For those of you who might think it sounds pretentious, trust us, that's the beauty of this book.. it's not just some wanna-be arthouse sensation.. it's a true blue graphic novel infused with tons of feeling. Click hereto read an article Entertainment Weekly did on the book!
FANTASTIC FOUR #569 *MASTERS OF DOOM PT 4* CONTINUES NOW THAT THE MARQUIS OF DEATH HAS BEEN REVEALED AS CLYDE WINCHAM FROM MARK MILLAR'S 1985! MILLAR'S THREE-WAY CROSSOVER BETWEEN 1985, FANTASTIC FOUR, AND OLD MAN LOGAN IS REACHING IT'S BOILING POINT! THE CONCLUSION TO MASTERS OF DOOM IS HERE!
Mark Millar has been quite the name for the past two years. I mean, okay, the guy has a long track record of amazing comic storytelling. From his classic WOLVERINE: ENEMY OF THE STATE to his communist Superman tale RED SON, he's been weaving some incredible tales for a while now. But, the thing that's really had us hooked has been his work on OLD MAN LOGAN, FANTASTIC FOUR, and his limited series from last year, 1985. What's really intriguing, is back when all three of these began, Millar had gone on record as saying that the three will be connecting in som way and he's building a continuity between the three titles. Now, for a while.. we could only see little clues and tidbits as to how the books connected, a character's name on the map of OLD MAN LOGAN, a mention of Sue and Reed being lost in the time-stream.. ect ect. However, in the pages of Millar's MASTERS OF DOOM storyline, exploring the mentors of Dr. Doom... we just recently learned that Clyde Wyncham, the real-world mutant responsible for the massacre in 1985 IS the Marquis of Death, Doom's mentor. And, now, we're on the edge of our seat for two reasons: the first is that we want to see how this arc of FF concludes, and the second is we want to see if or how this will somehow connect or explain the events of OLD MAN LOGAN. We can't say for fact what is going to happen, but so far... it's been one hell of a ride! Click hereto see a preview of FANTASTIC FOUR #569 *MASTERS OF DOOM PT 4*
GREEN LANTERN: FIRST FLIGHT ANIMATED FEATURE DVD AVAILABLE AT THIRD EYE THIS TUESDAY!
DC has done an amazing job with their animated films, and this time is no exception, with the brand new GREEN LANTERN: FIRST FLIGHT animated feature film exploring the story of Hal Jordan. Now, we haven't seen the full version yet, but judging from the trailers, and the footage we have seen, this exploration of who Green Lantern is, and what his role in the DCU is looks to be a solid addition to your DC Animated Film library. We'll have a limited amount of these babies in stock come Tuesday. Click here to watch the trailer!
FABLES WRITER BILL WILLINGHAM COMES ABOARD JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #29 THIS WEDNESDAY TO KICK OFF AN EXCITING NEW DIRECTION FOR THE SERIES! A GREAT JUMPING ON POINT
This is an exciting one, folks. Justice Society of America has had a long, rock-solid run of being a great superhero book. From the big relaunch of it as JSA back in the late '90s with James Robinson and Batman Begins/Dark Knight writer David Goyer penning it, to the long run Geoff Johns (Blackest Night head honcho) has had on both JSA and Justice Society of America, it's always been a consistent good read.
Now, we're not gonna lie, when JSA is good, it's really good, but when it's bad.. it's pretty bad. The fill-in issues have been a huge bummer, and to be honest, we feel that JSA is only as good as the creative team behind it. This is why we're stoked to see new blood coming onboard with the writer of critically acclaimed Vertigo series, FABLES, Bill Willingham picking up the reigns on Justice Society.
It's going to be very exciting to see Willingham's approach to the ultimate "legacy" superhero team, and because JSA has always been a place for more unconventional characters... it means he'll have pretty much open season to do what he pleases in making the book awesome. This, my friends, is a true recipe for a good superhero funny book.
So, if you've been looking to come aboard a good DCU team book, then give this week's Justice Society of America #29 a go, as it's the perfect jumping on point with a fresh new creative team to get you started. Click here to read more about JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #29!
Now, we're not gonna lie, when JSA is good, it's really good, but when it's bad.. it's pretty bad. The fill-in issues have been a huge bummer, and to be honest, we feel that JSA is only as good as the creative team behind it. This is why we're stoked to see new blood coming onboard with the writer of critically acclaimed Vertigo series, FABLES, Bill Willingham picking up the reigns on Justice Society.
It's going to be very exciting to see Willingham's approach to the ultimate "legacy" superhero team, and because JSA has always been a place for more unconventional characters... it means he'll have pretty much open season to do what he pleases in making the book awesome. This, my friends, is a true recipe for a good superhero funny book.
So, if you've been looking to come aboard a good DCU team book, then give this week's Justice Society of America #29 a go, as it's the perfect jumping on point with a fresh new creative team to get you started. Click here to read more about JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #29!
ULTIMATUM #5 BRINGS JEPH LOEB AND DAVID FINCH'S ULTIMATUM EVENT TO A BLOODY CONCLUSION AS THE FIELD IS SET FOR A NEW DIRECTION IN THE ULTIMATE UNIVERSE!
David Finch's gorgeous, ultra-detailed pencils have made ULTIMATUM into a top tier must-read for us here at Third Eye. While we're not always the biggest fans of Jeph Loeb's storytelling, we have to admit... putting him in charge of destroying an entire universe is a pretty good spot to be. And, we have to say, we have not been disappointed one bit with the carnage displayed in ULTIMATUM. This limited series is the book that is killing off Ultimate characters left and right, and setting the stage for the new direction of the Ultimate Universe this summer (which is going to be overseen by Kick-Ass and Old Man Logan writer, MARK MILLAR).
You want bigger than life, old school comic book fun with an ultraviolent new school twist? You want larger than life artwork, and widescreen destruction? Ultimatum delivers.
And now, finally, this Wednesday, we get to see the horrifying conclusion as everything comes crashing down. The secrets of Ultimatum revealed, and a peek at what's to come. Miss out on the earlier issues? Fear not, we have all four of the previous issues well stocked here at Third Eye for you to catch up on 'em. Clickhere to read more about ULTIMATUM #5!
You want bigger than life, old school comic book fun with an ultraviolent new school twist? You want larger than life artwork, and widescreen destruction? Ultimatum delivers.
And now, finally, this Wednesday, we get to see the horrifying conclusion as everything comes crashing down. The secrets of Ultimatum revealed, and a peek at what's to come. Miss out on the earlier issues? Fear not, we have all four of the previous issues well stocked here at Third Eye for you to catch up on 'em. Clickhere to read more about ULTIMATUM #5!
BRIAN WOOD'S NORTHLANDERS VOLUME 2 ARRIVES THIS WEDNESDAY! BEAUTIFUL, BLOODY VIKING MADNESS THE WAY WE LOVE IT!
Brian Wood is another of our big favorite writers right now. And, his ongoing viking series, Northlanders, has been one of our big Vertigo favorites this year. He delivers the bloody brutality you'd expect from the Viking era, but in a very accessible way to readers. Well-crafted stories that pull you in, but deliver pulse-pounding, skull-splitting Viking madness... this is where it's at. Plus, the artwork is AMAZING, and we've yet to see an issue yet where the tone of the art does not fit perfectly with the story. If you haven't yet checked out Northlanders.. give volume 1 a shot, it's only $9.99 for the first 8 issues in trade paperback form. If you're already hooked, then guess what.. it's time for volume 2 this week, guys! Clickhere to read a Publisher's Weekly piece on the book.
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