Annihilation 2099 #2
(W) Steve Orlando (A) Jose Luis, Dale Eaglesham (CA) Nick Bradshaw
Rated T+
In Shops: Jul 10, 2024
SRP: $3.99
A WAKANDAN TECH GODDESS!
STAR LORD guards the solar systems of 2099! But she faces a villain like no other: QUASAR, THE LIVING STAR! Born to a fallen star, raised on PLANET WAKANDA, Starlord risks her life to save a world against a sun gone mad!
Annihilation 2099 took readers beyond the scope of Earth, revealing the impact 2099 events have on the entire galaxy and beyond. Annihilation 2099 #1 kicked off with a bang as the new Nova 2099 removed his iconic helmet and turned out to be none other than WOLVERINE! Over the course of Annihilation 2099, Steve Orlando and artists Ibraim Roberson, José Luís, Pete Woods, Ario Anindito, and Dale Eaglesham will shape the 2099 cosmos and set the stage for the next 2099 epic launching this October—Conquest 2099, a new limited series by Orlando, Roberson, Luís, and more.
THE IMPALER SCORNED! Dracula has conquered a world determined to quash him! Now, with an army at his back, he sets his sights on the new vampire homeworld – Domus Draconum! What he discovers will shatter his dark heart and set him on a collision course with Nova, Spider-Man, the X-Men 2099, the new Spider-Woman of 2099, and more!
More thrilling and unpredictable than ever, Marvel Comics’ dystopian 2099 future has experienced a resurgence of popularity in the last few years with hit series like writer Steve Orlando’s Miguel O’Hara: Spider-Man 2099 Beware and Spider-Man 2099: Dark Genesis. Each saga pushes the limits of 2099 storytelling as new heroes and threats rise in this twisted society ruled by corrupt corporate entities.
Revealed in Annihilation 2099 #1, WOLVERINE IS THE LAST NOVA! A remote town on a remote world is devastated by the ravenous, unforgiving Knull Set, a gang of raiders and thieves obsessed with offering all life up to Knull, the God of darkness and creator of the Symbiotes. But that all changes when a stranger comes to town, a stranger from the stars who answers to his own code. The last survivor of Xandar… the last Nova. What great tragedy does Logan carry on his back now? Is he the inheritor of the Nova Corps or its destroyer?
Annihilation 2099 will continue to debut and shed light on major players of the 2099 cosmos including Starlord 2099, Red Hulk 2099, Silver Surfer 2099, and Dracula 2099. Then, the galaxy will erupt into war against Dracula 2099 in Conquest 2099. This latest 2099 series will see the return of Wolverine as Nova 2099 and see him join forces with the X-Men 2099.
Check out Leinil Francis Yu’s cover for Conquest 2099 #1, on sale this October, and Eaglesham’s design sheet for Nova 2099. Experience the opening battles of the war that will shake the 2099 cosmos by picking up Annihilation 2099 #1 at your local comic shop today!
Annihilation 2099 #1
(W) Steve Orlando (A) Ibraim Roberson, Dale Eaglesham (CA) Nick Bradshaw
Rated T+
In Shops: Jul 03, 2024
SRP: $4.99
WHO IS THE LAST NOVA?!
A remote town on a remote world is devastated by the ravenous, unforgiving KNULL SET, a gang of raiders and thieves obsessed with offering all life up to the darkness. But that all changes when a stranger comes to town, a stranger from the stars who answers to his own code. THE LAST SURVIVOR OF XANDAR…the LAST NOVA. Who is the Last Nova, and what great tragedy does he carry on his back? Is he the inheritor of the NOVA CORPS or its destroyer?
A remote town on a remote world is devastated by the ravenous, unforgiving KNULL SET, a gang of raiders and thieves obsessed with offering all life up to the darkness. But that all changes when a stranger comes to town, a stranger from the stars who answers to his own code. THE LAST SURVIVOR OF XANDAR… the LAST NOVA. Who is the Last Nova, and what great tragedy does he carry on his back? Is he the inheritor of the NOVA CORPS or its destroyer? Annihilation 2099 #1 carries the classic event name in the title, but feels a bit more like Old Man Nova in more than one way.
Written by Steve Orlando, Annihilation 2099 #1 features two stories and kicks off a series of one-shot comics that introduces the cosmic side of the 2099 world with new characters. Unfortunately, as far as a first issue, the comic feels more like other stories than the classic Annihilation events.
Orlando in “The Last Nova” introduces us to the last member of the Nova Corps. Who is he? Well, it becomes pretty obvious after a bit, well before the eventual reveal. The story is interesting in that it feels less like Annihilation, which featured a cosmic level event and invasion that was a real threat and instead is more of the western genre, like Old Man Logan. We get a sense as to the tragic story of this Nova member as he takes a stand against a gang in a besieged town. It’s a story we’ve seen so many times before and unfortunately features a character under the helmet that’s worn and overused.
SPOILER
The reason it feels worn is because it is. Under the mask is… Logan, yes Wolverine takes on yet another role. There’s the Phoenix infused future version. There’s the recent Ghost Rider version. Now, we get the Nova version in a story that is aspects of Old Man Logan reskinned. If there was another character under the mask, it might have worked for the better, but as is, it’s rather predictable with a character that’s overused.
SPOILER ENDS
The comic also features “Dracula Risen” with the classic Dracula found and terrorizing the crew of a spaceship. The comic has a B-movie horror aspect about it that’s fun in a goofy way and hopefully we get more of this but it’s a story that’s more potential than payoff.
Ibraim Roberson handles the art for the first story while Dale Eaglesham handles the second. The art is decent for both and visually they’re interesting. Nova embraces its western genre roots while the latter plays with its horror movie aspects. They’re joined by Neeraj Menon and Raul Angulo on color and Cory Petit on lettering. When it comes to the art, make sure to check out the notes at the end and the details of the Nova outfit. It made me appreciate the art a bit more than the initial comic.
Overall, Annihilation 2099 #1 isn’t bad but it’s not what’s expected concerning its name. If you go in think it’s a new take on the classic story, you’ll be disappointed like I was. But, it could be interesting to kick off an expansion of the 2099 universe, introducing new aspects and characters leading to… something. Overall, this could be one where the whole is better than the individual parts.
Story: Steve Orland Art: Ibraim Roberson, Dale Eaglesham
Color: Neeraj Menon, Raul Angulo Letterer: Cory Petit
Story: 7.0 Art: 7.0 Overall: 7.0 Recommendation: Read
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Annihilation 2099 #1
(W) Steve Orlando (A) Ibraim Roberson, Dale Eaglesham (CA) Nick Bradshaw
Rated T+
In Shops: Jul 03, 2024
SRP: $4.99
WHO IS THE LAST NOVA?!
A remote town on a remote world is devastated by the ravenous, unforgiving KNULL SET, a gang of raiders and thieves obsessed with offering all life up to the darkness. But that all changes when a stranger comes to town, a stranger from the stars who answers to his own code. THE LAST SURVIVOR OF XANDAR…the LAST NOVA. Who is the Last Nova, and what great tragedy does he carry on his back? Is he the inheritor of the NOVA CORPS or its destroyer?
In 1974’s Astonishing Tales #25, one of comics’ most offbeat heroes was born—DEATHLOK! This September, Marvel celebrates the iconic cyborg’s legacy alongside an all-star lineup of comic book talent in Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1, including creative powerhouse Denys Cowan!
After his acclaimed work on titles like Power Man and Iron Fist and Black Panther throughout the ‘80s, Cowan brought his iconic talents to the very character that inspired his comics career in Deathlok’s early ‘90s solo series. Throughout his run, Cowan explored deeper themes behind Deathlok’s tragic story and reinvented the character with his unique artwork. Now, he’s back to not only honor Deathlok’s impact, but to help steer the character towards a bold new future!
An amalgam of reanimated flesh and computer circuitry, former military strategist Col. Luther Manning was locked in a state of living death. Stripped of his family, his humanity, but not his will, Manning became the cyborg, Deathlok the Demolisher—a weapon of war programmed solely for destruction! A bold blend of science fiction, horror, and war, Deathlok’s genre-shattering sagas pushed the limits on dystopian storytelling. Fifty years later, this cyborg hero’s tale is more relevant than ever and readers won’t want to miss where his path takes him next!
Check out Cowan’s cover and preorder Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1 at your local comic shop today!
In 1974’s Astonishing Tales #25, one of comics’ most offbeat heroes was born—Deathlok! This September, celebrate the iconic cyborg’s unique legacy alongside an all-star lineup of comic book talent in Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1!
The giant-sized one-shot will be written by Christopher Priest and Justina Ireland. The time-spanning story will be drawn by an epic lineup of artists including Dale Eaglesham, Matthew Waite, and Luke Ross. Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1 will also mark the grand return of Denys Cowan, a definitive Deathlok artist who reinvented the character in the early ‘90s.
An amalgam of reanimated flesh and computer circuitry, former military strategist Col. Luther Manning was locked in a state of living death. Stripped of his family, his humanity, but not his will, Manning became the cyborg, Deathlok the Demolisher—a weapon of war programmed solely for destruction! A bold blend of science fiction, horror, and war, Deathlok’s genre-shattering sagas pushed the limits on dystopian storytelling. Fifty years later, this tragic cyborg hero’s take is more relevant than ever and readers won’t want to miss where his path takes him next!
Travel back to the ruins of Manhattan for an action-packed, laser-blasting, building-smashing, explosive adventure uncovering secrets of a world that will excite new and longtime fans. Witness the world of tomorrow where everything went horribly wrong, filled with danger around every corner, brutal villains, as the reluctant half-man, half-machine’s latest mission culminates in an ending DESIGNED TO SHOCK YOUR TECHNOLOGY-TORMENTED BRAIN!
Check out the main cover by Ken Lashley as well as a variant cover by Nick Bradshaw that teases Deathlok’s future. Stay tuned later this week for the reveal of Cowan’s cover, and preorder Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1 at your local comic shop today!
Over the last few years, writer Steve Orlando has breathed new life into Marvel’s 2099 future. This July, he returns alongside a lineup of superstar artists to go where no 2099 story has gone before in Annihilation 2099!
Together with a lineup of incredible artists including Nick Bradshaw, Ibraim Roberson, José Luis, Pete Woods, Ario Anindito, and Dale Eaglesham, Orlando will introduce a new cast of 2099 characters in a bold new vision of the galaxy-shattering Annihilation storyline. Taking place after last year’s Miguel O’Hara – Spider-Man 2099 series, Annihilation 2099 will continue the tradition of introducing fresh takes on classic Marvel icons. Releasing weekly throughout July, get ready to meet Nova 2099, Starlord 2099, Red Hulk 2099, and Silver Surfer 2099, and witness the return of Dracula 2099. The thrilling saga will be perfect for both newcomers to the 2099 landscape and longtime fans, and gears up readers for what’s to come for 2099 storytelling later this year.
Read on to discover what awaits!
ANNIHILATION 2099 #1
Written by STEVE ORLANDO
Art by IBRAIM ROBERSON
WHO IS THE LAST NOVA?!
A remote town on a remote world is devastated by the ravenous, unforgiving Knull Set, a gang of raiders and thieves obsessed with offering all life up to the darkness. But that all changes when a stranger comes to town, a stranger from the stars who answers to his own code. The last survivor of Xandar… the last NOVA. Who is the Last Nova, and what great tragedy does he carry on his back? Is he the inheritor of the Nova Corps or its destroyer? Plus, in a special backup by Orlando and Dale Eaglesham, Dracula’s ship set course for the stars, seeking the brave new world his daughter Lilith forged for the vampires of Earth. But what tragedy does fate have in store for his journey and will he ever be reunited with his people?
ANNIHILATION 2099 #2
Written by STEVE ORLANDO
Art by JOSÉ LUÍS
A WAKANDAN TECH GODDESS!
STARLORD guards the solar systems of 2099! But she faces a villain like no other: Quasar, the Living Star! Born to a fallen star, raised on Planet Wakanda, Starlord risks her life to save a world against a sun gone mad!
ANNIHILATION 2099 #3
Written by STEVE ORLANDO
Art by PETE WOODS
RAGE OF THE RED HULK!
Explorer Ross Romero’s team ends up mining Ego the Living Planet! What makes Ross transform into an ALL-NEW RED HULK whose cosmic strength and hyperspace jumps are fueled by the power primordial? And is the new Red Hulk’s power enough to defeat Terrax, the Planet Hunter?
ANNIHILATION 2099 #4
Written by STEVE ORLANDO
Art by ARIO ANINDITO
A FAUSTIAN PACT TO SHAKE THE STARS!
His life cut short, Mephisto offers Jonah Marlo a deal– more time among the living in return for his soul. Now he collects souls for his master…as the SILVER SURFER of 2099! But he can do the devil’s bidding no longer! It’s Mephisto vs the Silver Surfer with a galaxy of souls on the line!
ANNIHILATION 2099 #5
Written by STEVE ORLANDO
Art by DALE EAGLESHAM
FIRST CONTACT WITH THE IMPALER!
After a derelict spacecraft crashes on an alien world, the wreck reveals a deadly discovery – DRACULA! But this is a planet terrified of the daylight, which Dracula couldn’t love more. Soon, he’s their hero. When a Darkhawk attacks from the stars, Dracula fights back! But does he want to save the planet or make it the first world in his new empire?
Check out the new characters on Nick Bradshaw’s main covers and preorder the series at your local comic shop today!
Green Lantern #8
(W) Jeremy Adams, Ron Marz (A) Amancay Nahuelpan, Dale Eaglesham
In Shops: Feb 13, 2024
SRP: $4.99
After the revelations of what happened on Korugar, Hal discovers the United Planets are consolidating power in the universe by nefarious means, but before he can stop them, representatives of the United Planets Corps have arrived to arrest Hal for unlawful use of emotional spectrum energy in a quarantined zone!
Action Comics #1047
(W) Philip Kennedy Johnson (A) Dale Eaglesham, David Lapham (CA) Steve Beach
In Shops: Sep 27, 2022
SRP: $4.99
In the aftermath of Superman’s epic Warworld Revolution, the Man of Steel is back on Earth and stronger than he’s ever been!
As he and Steel join forces to remake Metropolis as a true City of Tomorrow, two of Superman’s most iconic villains take notice…and they have plans of their own. Meanwhile, Superman’s meddling on Warworld has had unforeseen consequences: he’s awakened an enemy so ancient and powerful, even this stronger-than-ever Superman will need the whole Super-Family to face it. Introducing new characters and beginning this new chapter in Superman’s mythology, don’t miss the kickoff to the countdown to Action Comics #1050!
