Star Trek #3
(W) Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing (A) Joe Eisma (A/CA) Ramon Rosanas
In Shops: Jan 04, 2023
SRP: $4.99
When strange malfunctions begin to plague the USS Theseus mid-warp, Benjamin Sisko and his crew must band together to unveil the source behind the mysterious phenomena aboard the ship. But what initially appear as mere technological quagmires and strange happenings become a test that will determine the very fate of the universe.
Star Trek #3 has been a fun new addition to the world of Star Trek. Not only is it the return of Benjamin Sisko but the crew of this mission features a diverse group of characters from throughout various Trek franchises. This issue sees the return another much beloved character, Q, who has decided to show up to deliver one of its famous tests.
Written by Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing, Star Trek #3 feels like a nice self-contained story that has Sisko dealing with the meddling being. Things have gone haywire on the USS Theseus with strange events threatening the crew. Q has decided to pop up and challenge everyone, a speed bump on their mission to find out whos’ killing godlike aliens.
It’s a fun issue delivering a regular Trek episode in comic form and keeping it isolated to a single issue. Even if you haven’t read the series so far, it’s a nice issue to pick up and read. Much of it is self-contained and there’s not a lot you need to know from the first two issues.
What the issue interestingly does is focus on Sisko. His return has been filled with questions and this issue dances around that. What secrets has Sisko be hiding and how has he changed? The issue begins to dig into all of that. But, it also digs into Sisko’s personality and how he’s commanding this mission. Q seems to test that for unknown reason.
The art by Ramon Rosanas and Joe Eisma is good. With Lee Loughridge on color and Clayton Cowles on lettering the comic delivers some fun with the concept. Pages are turned into gauntlets as team members must make their way through the ship. Weird spectral beings haunt other parts of the crew. The interaction with Q has visuals that hearken back to classic episodes of the television series. And overall, the characters are recognizable from their real world versions.
Star Trek #3 is a nice issue to dive in to. You can pick it up without having read the first two and my gut says there’s something more about this encounter to come. Only time will tell.
Story: Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing Art: Ramon Rosanas, Joe Eisma
Color: Lee Loughridge Letterer: Clayton Cowles
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy
IDW Publishing provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
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Star Trek #3
(W) Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing (A) Joe Eisma (A/CA) Ramon Rosanas
In Shops: Jan 04, 2023
SRP: $4.99
When strange malfunctions begin to plague the USS Theseus mid-warp, Benjamin Sisko and his crew must band together to unveil the source behind the mysterious phenomena aboard the ship. But what initially appear as mere technological quagmires and strange happenings become a test that will determine the very fate of the universe.
Blood Oath #5
Co-Written by Alex Segura and Rob Hart
Art by Joe Eisma
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The epic, bloody conclusion to the first arc of Blood Oath – who will be left standing, if anyone?
Happy Horrordays (One-Shot)
Script: Frank Tieri, Joanne Starer, Joe Corallo
Art: Joe Eisma, Butch Mapa, Patrick Piazzalunga
Colors: Matt Herms, Glenn Whitmore
Letters: Jack Morelli
Cover: Adam Gorham
Variant Cover: Robert Hack
On Sale Date: 12/14
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring not even a… werewolf?! The holidays look a little different in Riverdale this year—Santa’s nowhere in sight but Krampus is on the rampage! Who can take him down? Why only someone who can meet his match, and that someone’s best friend/monster hunter. That’s right, WereJug returns to do battle with the horned and hoofed holiday beast with Betty Cooper in his corner! Then, we dive into the true story of the Icelandic yule cat, Jólakötturinn, and her master—Sheila Wu?! Finally, Reggie meets a nice girl that he takes to the holiday dance—but things aren’t as they seem when she systematically dismantles Reggie’s life! The holidays are horrifying in this special horror anthology that reunites the team of Jughead: the Hunger!
Happy Horrordays (One-Shot)
Script: Frank Tieri, Joanne Starer, Joe Corallo
Art: Joe Eisma, Butch Mapa, Patrick Piazzalunga
Colors: Matt Herms, Glenn Whitmore
Letters: Jack Morelli
Cover: Adam Gorham
Variant Cover: Robert Hack
On Sale Date: 12/14
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring not even a… werewolf?! The holidays look a little different in Riverdale this year—Santa’s nowhere in sight but Krampus is on the rampage! Who can take him down? Why only someone who can meet his match, and that someone’s best friend/monster hunter. That’s right, WereJug returns to do battle with the horned and hoofed holiday beast with Betty Cooper in his corner! Then, we dive into the true story of the Icelandic yule cat, Jólakötturinn, and her master—Sheila Wu?! Finally, Reggie meets a nice girl that he takes to the holiday dance—but things aren’t as they seem when she systematically dismantles Reggie’s life! The holidays are horrifying in this special horror anthology that reunites the team of Jughead: the Hunger!
Happy Horrordays (One-Shot)
Script: Frank Tieri, Joanne Starer, Joe Corallo
Art: Joe Eisma, Butch Mapa, Patrick Piazzalunga
Colors: Matt Herms, Glenn Whitmore
Letters: Jack Morelli
Cover: Adam Gorham
Variant Cover: Robert Hack
On Sale Date: 12/14
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring not even a… werewolf?! The holidays look a little different in Riverdale this year—Santa’s nowhere in sight but Krampus is on the rampage! Who can take him down? Why only someone who can meet his match, and that someone’s best friend/monster hunter. That’s right, WereJug returns to do battle with the horned and hoofed holiday beast with Betty Cooper in his corner! Then, we dive into the true story of the Icelandic yule cat, Jólakötturinn, and her master—Sheila Wu?! Finally, Reggie meets a nice girl that he takes to the holiday dance—but things aren’t as they seem when she systematically dismantles Reggie’s life! The holidays are horrifying in this special horror anthology that reunites the team of Jughead: the Hunger!
Blood Oath #4
Co-Written by Alex Segura and Rob Hart
Art by Joe Eisma
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The rogue vampire revolutionary Jotham makes a move he can never walk back, as Machado guides Hazel and Walt closer to the heart of their vampiric enemies, in a last-ditch attempt to stave off a bloody, monstrous gang war.
Anyone that’s a fan of Star Trek will tell you just how affected they are by the franchise. One becomes immersed within the first few minutes. It’s far more than a military science fiction thriller but a study of the human condition. Each of the properties have done an amazing job of not just entertaining but discussing relevant issues in society.
There has never been a IP which outright talks about societal ills like Star Trek. It was the first show I watched where I felt like I was not alone. It made being smart feel like you stood out for all the right reasons. In the 400th issue of the long running IDW Publishing comic, Star Trek, a collective of creators come together to tell some tales in this connected universe.
In “Captain’s Log”, we find Kirk as he writes final Captain’s log, as he recalls what would a lifetime of memories. In “Soldier On”, We find O’Brien as he foils a Cardassian spy, alerting their military, that Starfleet is a formidable foe. In “Meanwhile”, Scotty wakes up from a nap to notice that no work has been done, and decides his day is already done. In “A Matter of Choice”, we find out exactly where Wesley Crusher has been all these years and how did he end up being a guardian of time. In “Starfleeter”, we find a young Keyla Detmer as she bonds with a young Klingon warrior, eventually becoming friends. In “A Perfect System”, a sentient being name Gary Mitchell realizes the mission of Star Trek makes his existence, none essential, as it is in good hands. In “Where No Publisher Has Gone Before”, the impact of the franchise in comics is told .
Overall, Star Trek #400 is an excellent tribute to this franchise which has meant so much to so many people. The stories by the different writers is astounding.. The art by the different artists is incredible. Altogether, a worthy tribute and an excellent addition to the canon.
Story: Chris Eliopoulos, Declan Shalvey, Mike Johnson, Wil Wheaton, Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing, Rich Handley
Art: Luke Sparrow, Seth Damoose, Angel Hernandez, Joe Eisma, Megan Levens, Ramon Rosanas
Color: DC Alonso, Steve Dellasala, Ronda Pattison, Lee Loughridge
Letterer: Jake Wood, Neil Uyetake, Nathan Widick
Story: 10 Art: 10 Overall: 10 Recommendation: Buy
IDW Publishing provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
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Blood Oath #3
Written by Alex Segura and Rob Hart
Art by Joe Eisma
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The gangs of New York make a desperate plea for peace with their monstrous counterparts as Hazel, Machado, and Walt make a last-ditch effort to save Geraldine – only to find themselves in much deeper, murkier waters.
