Superman is on the run, pursued across the globe by armed Peacemakers and Lazarus Corp’s top field agent, Lois Lane. Now a new force joins the chase, but are the mysterious Omega Men friends or foes for Kal-El?
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MEMORIES OF KRYPTON! Years ago on Krypton, Jor-El and Lara became utterly convinced that their planet was headed towards cataclysm. But what could two lowly peons of the Labor Guild possibly do to save their entire species? The answer is decidedly not what you think…
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The Lazarus Corporation sent their most battle-hardened crew of Peacemakers to locate the mysterious fugitive interfering with their mining operations–but they weren’t expecting one motor-mouthed, iron-willed woman to be the one to finally get the cuffs onto him! Absolute Superman #2 matches the excellence of the debut issue.
Written by Jason Aaron, Absolute Superman #2 is good, really good. Along with the debut issue, this is a one-two punch of excellence and one of the best starts to a series this year. Aaron’s Superman is familiar but different, taking the rooted fight for justice and expanding on that in many ways.
As we saw in the debut issue, this Superman is focused on the fight against oppression, standing up for those abused and misused, in this case by the Lazarus Corporation. In flashbacks to Krypton, we see how that caste system instilled the belief system we see acted upon in the present day. This is a Superman that’s both strong and timid, taking the combo of the Kansas farm boy and powerful being and instilling those qualities into one individual instead of splitting it between two personalities. While he can destroy armies, he also protects and is concerned with doing as little harm as possible and saving as many as he can. It’s everything that makes Superman super and a character we should look up to and emulate his fight for justice.
Absolute Superman #2 is a focus on not just Superman, but Lois Lane as well. There’s a bit too much of a wink and nod to her traditional role in journalism, this Lois is military and so close to bringing in Superman. Through her, we get a better sense of the qualities this Superman poses and through the actions of Superman towards her, we get to see how those qualities manifest. It also gives us a better idea of the split between his super powers and what his new suit brings to the table.
The art by Rafa Sandoval is amazing. With color by Ulises Arreola and lettering by Becca Carey, the comic is beautiful to look at, even through the destruction. Somehow the team has mixed the hopeful visuals we associate with the character with a slightly darker tone. It balances the character’s positivity and the bland nature of this world. The character designs are great and Sandoval’s focus on what to highlight in each panel and in each moment shines. It’s one of the best looking ongoing series right now.
Absolute Superman #2 is a hell of a second issue that is packed with action but at the same time is focused on letting readers to get to know the main characters. It delivers awe and ends with a shocking moment that highlight the good that’s at the heart of this Superman.
Jefferson Pierce leads the Justice League’s new metahuman outreach initiative, helping those with powers before they can cause harm to themselves or others–but everything changes when its his own daughter, Anissa Pierce, who comes to him for help. With Thunder’s dangerous new powers and the new Masters of Disaster jeopardizing the coexistence between humans and Metas, Black Lightning is on the front lines of a culture war brewing in the suburbs of Metropolis! Black Lightning #1 delivers a new status-quo and direction for the character in the “All In” phase of the DC Universe.
Written by Brandon Thomas, Black Lightning #1 is an interesting comic as it really focuses on an impact of the “Absolute Power” storyline that’s been teased elsewhere. At the end of that event, something has gone wrong in the metahuman population. Powers have been switched up for some heroes and there’s more metahumans emerging. Someone needs to deal and help those new individuals, and that’s up to Jefferson Pierce, Black Lightning!
The issue is a pretty solid start with a concept that’s easy to understand and a role that’s a natural fit for the character. He’s a teacher at heart and here he gets to do that while helping metahumans in need. It’s a concept that has been there in some previous comics but in the current “All In” era, it’s something that’s not really being seen elsewhere.
There is a bit of knowledge that’s needed with Pierce and his family. While most of it is explained well, there is some things with a daughter that doesn’t quite hit unless you really know the characters. Still, a father working with a daughter and caring for his family is an easy thing to connect with and the comic does that well.
The art by Fico Ossio is good. With color by Ulises Arrelo and lettering by Lucas Gattoni, it has its moments though there are some issues here and there where the art isn’t quite as sharp. Where it’s good, it’s really good, which makes the visual bumps stand out. Characters just don’t look all that good or that art doesn’t quite drive home the moment. But, there’s action that’s exciting and moments that really deliver a cinematic quality about them.
Black Lightning #1 is an entertaining start with a concept that needs to be filled in the “All In” storyline. It shows a lot of potential and picks up a plotline that has been mentioned but not really focused on. It has a lot going for it and should be interesting to see where it goes after the debut.
Story: Brandon Thomas Art: Fico Ossio Color: Ulises Arreola Letterer: Lucas Gattoni Story: 8.15 Art: 7.5 Overall: 7.95 Recommendation: Read
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Without the fortress…without the family…without a home…what’s left is the Absolute Man of Steel! Absolute Superman #1 introduces the classic hero in DC’s “Absolute Universe,” delivering an interesting take with amazing art.
DC’s “Absolute Universe” is reimagining DC’s heroes in a world where they don’t have the tools, the expertise, the support, and more to help them in their battle for justice. It’s more of a back to the roots concept focusing on the core of DC’s classic characters with new origins and a new status-quo. Absolute Superman #1 introduces the Man of Steel with a backstory that’s familiar but whose initial mission is something new and very interesting.
Written by Jason Aaron, Absolute Superman’s backstory of an alien child sent off world from a dying planet remains unchanged. The specifics are different, but the basics are there. But, it’s Superman on Earth where the changes are really present.
Aaron’s Superman is hiding out, apparently destroying mining operations of Lazarus Corps. The company is abusing the local population to mine raw materials and Superman is interfering for some reason. That all leads to a confrontation and the introduction of a familiar character. Superman as protector of the abused working class is an interesting position to put the character in. At its heart, again its what reporters should be doing, but instead of investigating these wrongs, this is hands on action.
Superman himself is different in many ways. The character is younger and a bit more reserved. His suit feels more like something X-O Manowar would wear and introduces some familiar concepts but in new and different ways.
The art by Rafa Sandoval is jawdropping. With color by Ulises Arreola and lettering by Becca Carey, the comic looks amazing in every way. The design of Superman feels like a younger, slightly angrier individual, but also at its heart a hero you want to trust. The settings deliver detail that tell so much of the story and situations. When the action kicks up, it sucks you in and you forget about the world around you. Visually, it’s a “darker” take on the character but one that still feels like it’s fighting against injustice.
With Aaron’s attention to detail and focus on class on Krypton and Superman’s initial battle to protect exploited workers, Absolute Superman #1 is a hell of a start with a focus and statement to make. It’s the standout of DC’s “Absolute Universe” and a standout for all comics currently on the shelf.
Image and Todd McFarlane Productions is pleased to reveal an exciting, highly collectible Todd McFarlane variant cover for the upcoming Knights vs. Samurai by fan-favorite actor David Dastmalchian, with art by Federico Mele, and colors by Ulises Arreola.
There will also be a 1:50 incentive copy version of the McFarlane variant that will feature McFarlane’s signature.
Knights vs. Samurai follows the journey of Sir Charles Ward (known as ‘The Dragon Butcher’), who is a knight grappling with self-doubt and grief while leading a legion of royal warriors on a noble mission. Celebrated for his knighthood and leadership, The Dragon Butcher embarks on a quest to a mysterious island in the Far East. Accompanied by a diverse group of fighters—including a giant and two clerics—he seeks vengeance against the savage monsters responsible for ambushing a group of English missionaries. However, upon arrival, Sir Charles discovers a startling truth—the so-called “savage monsters” are a regiment of highly skilled warriors unlike any he has ever encountered.
Knights vs. Samurai #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, September 25 with the retail price of $2.99. The Final Order Cutoff deadline for comic shop retailers is Monday:
Cover A by Francesco Mattina – Lunar Code 0724IM270
Cover B by McFarlane (signed) 1:50 copy incentive – Lunar Code 0724IM996
Announced in July and debuting this fall, DC Comics has a new Absolute Universe of comic books hitting shelves at your local comic book store in October, November, and beyond. DC has revealed the main covers to Absolute Batman #1, Absolute Wonder Woman #1 and Absolute Superman #1 with their new logos, and shared variant covers for each launch title.
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #1
Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta introduce fans to a new Batman with the release of Absolute Batman #1. In this iteration, fans will be introduced to a version of the Dark Knight that doesn’t have the money, mansion, or butler of his core-line counterpart. Readers will quickly find out what makes this the “Absolute” version of Batman when the debut issue, with colors by Frank Martin and letters by Clayton Cowles, arrives at participating comic book shops and digital retailers Wednesday, October 9. Absolute Batman #1 will publish with a main cover by Nick Dragotta and Frank Martin, plus variant covers by Wes Craig and Mike Spicer, Jim Lee, Scott Williams and Alex Sinclair, Mitch Gerads, and Ian Bertram (1:25).
ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #1
For Diana, there is no island paradise, no sisterhood to shape her, nor a mission of peace—so what is the purpose of an Amazon warrior in this new universe? Eisner Award-winning writer Kelly Thompson and breakout artist Hayden Sherman reinvent her from the ground up in Absolute Wonder Woman #1, with colors by Jordie Bellaire and letters by Becca Carey, on sale Wednesday, October 23. Absolute Wonder Woman #1 will publish with a main cover by Hayden Sherman and Jordie Bellaire, plus variant covers by Wes Craig and Mike Spicer, Jim Lee, Scott Williams and Alex Sinclair, Jeff Dekal, and Dan Panosian (1:25).
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #1
Writer Jason Aaron and artist Rafa Sandoval join forces to present a new Man of Steel with the launch of Absolute Superman #1. This Superman has no family, no Fortress of Solitude, and no home. Will he still stand for truth and justice in this new universe? Readers can find out when Absolute Superman #1, with colors by Ulises Arreola and letters by Becca Carey, hits participating comic book shops on Wednesday, November 6. Absolute Superman #1 will publish with a main cover by Rafa Sandoval and Ulises Arreola, plus variant covers by Wes Craig and Mike Spicer, Jim Lee, Scott Williams and Alex Sinclair, Clayton Crain, and Matteo Scalera (1:25).
All three launch issues will also have a “foil design variant” featuring the new crests for each of DC’s new Absolute Trinity. Look for these at your local comic book store when Absolute Batman #1 publishes on October 9, when Absolute Wonder Woman #1 publishes on October 23, and when Absolute Superman #1 publishes on November 6.
Todd McFarlane Productions has announced Knights vs. Samurai, a captivating new series written by fan-favorite actor David Dastmalchian, with art by Federico Mele, and colors by Ulises Arreola. This thrilling, new ongoing series will be published by Image Comics and launch this September 25.
Knights vs. Samurai follows the journey of Sir Charles Ward (known as ‘The Dragon Butcher’), who is a knight grappling with self-doubt and grief while leading a legion of royal warriors on a noble mission. Celebrated for his knighthood and leadership, The Dragon Butcher embarks on a quest to a mysterious island in the Far East. Accompanied by a diverse group of fighters—including a giant and two clerics—he seeks vengeance against the savage monsters responsible for ambushing a group of English missionaries. However, upon arrival, Sir Charles discovers a startling truth—the so-called “savage monsters” are a regiment of highly skilled warriors unlike any he has ever encountered.
Knights vs. Samurai #1 Cover A by Francesco Mattina (Lunar Code 0724IM270) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, September 25 with the retail price of $2.99. The Final Order Cutoff deadline for comic shop retailers is Monday, September 2.
Dark Horse Comics presents a fantasy detective thriller where each secret leads to more thrills, in an action-adventure comic filled with anthropomorphic characters. Writer El Torres is joined by artist Vicente Cifuentes and colorist Ulises Arreola to craft a compelling mystery for readers to solve in the graphic novel arriving in summer 2024: Whodunnit?
The patriarch of one of the wealthiest families in the country is found dead in the bedroom of his mansion. Every member of the entire family is a suspect! As each of their secrets is revealed and dark pasts come to light, the chief inspector is determined to find the killer. And on the day of the murder, a maid looking to start a new life began her first day on the job, but she holds a secret of her own.
Pre-order Whodunnit? from your local comic book shop, bookstore, Amazon, or Barnes and Noble. The 96 page, 7.5” x 10” trade paperback mystery arrives in bookstores on July 16, 2024 and comic shops July 17, 2024 for $19.99.
The hierarchy of power in the DC Extended Universe changes on October 21, as Warner Bros Pictures highly anticipated film Black Adam debuts exclusively in theaters.
After 5000 years of imprisonment, Black Adam is ready to impose his unique version of order on the modern world. The only thing standing in his way are the heroes of The Justice Society – Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Cyclone and Atom Smasher.
In the months leading to the films’ release, fans will want to learn all they can about these DC Super Heroes, as well as Teth-Adam, the man who becomes Black Adam, and DC will be on hand to provide that knowledge with Black Adam – The Justice Society Files.
Black Adam – The Justice Society Files are a series of one-shot comic books profiling the members of The Justice Society, their backgrounds, and connections to Black Adam, leading up to the movie. Each issue features a main story by writer Cavan Scott, plus a backup story by Bryan Q. Miller charting the path of Teth-Adam, from slave, to prisoner, to becoming the titular antihero.
The excitement kicks off Tuesday, July 5 with Black Adam – The Justice Society Files: Hawkman #1, on sale at comic book shops and participating digital retailers. Scott is joined by the all-star team of Scot Eaton (penciller), Norm Rapmund (inker) and Andrew Dalhouse (colorist) in this tale of Hawkman, an archeologist who is the reincarnation of an Egyptian prince and the leader of the Justice Society.
On August 2,Black Adam – The Justice Society Files: Cyclone #1places DC’s human whirlwind center stage in a story byCavan Scott, with art by Maria Laura Sanapo and Arif Prianto. Black Adam – The Justice Society Files: Atom Smasher #1 spotlights the size-changing powerhouse of The Justice Society on September 6, written by Scott with art by Travis Mercer and John Kalisz. The series of one-shots concludes October 4 with Black Adam – The Justice Society Files: Doctor Fate #1, in a story by Scott with art by Jesus Merino and Ulises Arreola.
In addition to breathtaking cover art by Kaare Andrews, each issue of Black Adam – The Justice Society Files features a photo variant cover of the actors portraying The Justice Society, in their fantastic movie costumes –Aldis Hodge (Hawkman), Quintessa Swindell (Cyclone), Noah Centineo (Atom Smasher), and Pierece Brosnan (Dr. Fate). Fans can visit their local comic book shop for availability and pre-ordering details.
