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Aphrodite V, Vol. 1 Explores Terrors of Black Market Technology

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Bryan Hill and Jeff Spokes will release Aphrodite V, Vol. 1 this December from Image Comics and Top Cow Productions.

In the near future, Los Angeles is a city on the brink of evolution, struggling with a new wave of terror powered by black market technology. Enter Aphrodite V: a fugitive from her masters, seeking individuality and purpose. She is the bleeding edge of biomechanics…and Los Angeles’ best hope against a new enemy that seeks to become a god among machines.

One machine wants to destroy the city. Another has come to save it. Only one will survive.

Aphrodite V, Vol. 1 (Diamond code: OCT180052, ISBN: 978-1-5343-0984-5) hits comic book stores on Wednesday, December 19th and bookstores on Tuesday, December 25th.

Around the Tubes

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It’s a new week and we’ve got lots on tap for you! So, while you get into your groove for the week, get caught up with some news and reviews from around the web from over the weekend.

Military – This is Why WWII Troops Are to Thank for the Rise of Comics – Some interesting history.

Kotaku – Finally, Players Can Add As Many Puddles To Spider-Man As They Want – Well now we’re totally sold on the game.

 

Reviews

Talking Comics – Aphrodite V #4

Sequart – Batman: Contagion

Comics Bulletin – My Heroes Have Always Been Junkies

Talking Comics – The Unstoppable Wasp #1

Preview: Aphrodite V #4

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Aphrodite V #4

(W) Bryan Hill (A/Cover A) Jeff Spokes (Cover B) Raffaele Ienco

MINISERIES FINALE! The final battle with Basilisk will test Martin, Aphrodite, and Hui-Men. Aphrodite may not be a human being, but she can die like one… and that just might be the peace for which she’s been searching.

Preview: Aphrodite V #3

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APHRODITE V #3

(W) Bryan Hill (A/CA) Jeff Spokes

The secrets of BASILISK are revealed and Aphrodite must help Martin and Hui-Men defend a city from the technological sins of Martin’s father.

Preview: Aphrodite V #2

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APHRODITE V #2

(W) Bryan Hill (A/CA) Jeff Spokes

Los Angeles has a new hero in Aphrodite, but a villain from Martin’s past threatens the city. Martin may not trust an android, but he’s going to need one.

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Wednesdays are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in!

Each week our contributors choose what they can’t wait to read this week or just sounds interesting. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look at!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this Wednesday.

The Amazing Spider-Man #4 (Marvel) – So far so good in this Nick Spencer helmed comic which is already showing a different voice from the Spider-Man of the past few years. We’ve been surprised so far and this is one that has exceeded our expectations.

Aphrodite V #2 (Image Comics/Top Cow Productions) – The first issue was an interesting an entertaining take on the character. With a new setting and new characters, and a little mix of real world issues, this is one we’ve got our eye on.

Batman: King of Fear #1 (DC Comics) – There’s a lot of Batman out there but the return of artist Kelley Jones has us excited for this six-issue miniseries.

Black Panther #3 (Marvel) – It shouldn’t work but it totally does. Give us this revolution in space take on the classic Black Panther.

Cold Spots #1 (Image Comics) – A new horror series from Cullen Bunn with art by Mark Torres. That’s all you need to know.

Die!Die!Die! #2 (Image Comics/Skybound Entertainment) – The first issue was pure over the top violence and insanity. We’re in to see if the second can deliver just as much.

Double Jumpers: Full Circle Jerks #1 (Action Lab: Danger Zone) – The first volume was some 8-bit geeky fun and we’re hopeful the second can deliver on that again.

Justice League Dark #2 (DC Comics) – The team is an interesting one and this series in an issue has stood out from the rest of the Justice League comics. A focus on horror/magic is part of that but it’s the team and their personalities that’s selling this one.

Life of Captain Marvel #2 (Marvel) – Is it tweaking what we know about the character? Yes. Do we care? No, especially when the first issue was so good.

Planet of the Apes: Visionaries (BOOM! Studios) – It’s Rod Serling’s unused take on the classic property and it’ll get you to rethink the original.

The Punisher #1 (Marvel) – This feels like a getting back to basics for the character and we’re excited for that.

Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #23 (Marvel) – This continues to be Indiana Jones in space with a character whose attitude rivals Han Solo. Always fun and always entertaining.

Teen Titans #21 (DC Comics) – It’s a new team with a new attitude and the first issue was fantastic with a hell of a twist ending and we want to see where that goes.

West Coast Avengers #1 (Marvel) – This line up of characters has us sold.

Wonder Woman #53 (DC Comics) – Steve Orlando taking on Wonder Woman? Yes please!

Preview: Aphrodite V #1

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APHRODITE V #1

Writer: Bryan Hill
Artist / Cover: Jeff Spokes
Published: July 18, 2018
Diamond ID: MAY180030
Age Rating: M

In the near future, Los Angeles is a city on the brink of evolution, struggling with a new wave of terror fueled by black-market technology. Enter Aphrodite V: a fugitive from her masters, seeking individuality and purpose. She is the bleeding edge of biomechanics, and L.A.’s best hope against a new enemy—one that seeks to become a god among machines. One machine wants to destroy the city. Another has come to save it. Only one will survive.

Review: Aphrodite V #1

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Top Cow has a long history with a rather impressive, and woefully underused, cast of characters and recently has been doing what they can to kickstart things, like the recent relaunch of Cyber Force. Aphrodite V is the next in that initiative re-imagining the character, sort of, while keeping the basics.

Written by Bryan Hill, the first issue is heavy on action and touches on some interesting real world issues. We’re introduced to a technocrat business owner who has a goal of privatizing the Los Angeles police force using his technology to improve wages and efficiency. There was a recent television show, that didn’t last long, with a similar premise, and both are rooted in the real world. But, for unknown reasons, this well-meaning individual is slated to be assassinated and in steps Aphrodite V. We don’t really know why and the issue doesn’t do a lot to answer any of that.

Instead, the issue is a refocus on the origin of Aphrodite, the program, and this particular model. It’s a reintroduction to the character which is well done and a solid way for new readers to get to know the character and the world she comes from. While a lot of the issue is predictable in plot, it’s done well. The pacing of the story by Hill is good and the dialogue sharp.

That’s all helped by the art of Jeff Spokes. The art is generally great with a limited number of colors being used and some interesting use of page layouts. The use of color is interesting in that it’s generally restricted to greens, reds, browns, and blacks. The look of the issue is fantastic in that sense. There’s a very distinctive style about it all.

The issue is a good debut and leaves things open in how it ties into the greater story, read the first page, that’ll make sense. There’s a good set-up in the first issue and that’s exactly what this is, the set up. Good action, good pacing, and some interesting characters takes a familiar story (it’s The Terminator without the time travel) but presents it in an entertaining way. The opening of the issue indicates we might get more than that familiar story, we’ll have to wait and see. This is a first issue that has me coming back for more.

Story: Bryan Hill Art: Jeff Spokes
Story: 7.5 Art: 8.25 Overall: 7.5 Recommendation: Read

Top Cow provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Wednesdays are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in!

Each week our contributors are choosing up to five books and why they’re choosing the books. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this Wednesday.

Alex

Top Pick: Ninja-K #9 (Valiant) – Why? Because my favorite Valiant character might come back to life here, and I can’t wait to see Gilad Anni-Padda again!

Quantum and Woody #8 (Valiant) – Eliot Rahal has been flawless since taking over from Daniel Kibblesmith on writing duties, and now that he’s added a new Klang-less dynamic to the duo… I’m looking forward to seeing where he takes them.

Immortal Hulk #3 (Marvel) – I don’t remember the last time the Hulk was this genuinely scary – or this good. If you’re not reading this, you’re missing out.

 

Brett

Top Pick: Transformers: Optimus Prime #21 (IDW Publishing) – This is more a curiosity of how this will end. We have a big event that has started taking place after this series wraps up. I want to know how we get from A to B badly!

Aphrodite V #1 (Top Cow/Image Comics) – The imprint has been relaunching their big characters and I’m intrigued to see what they do with this classic of theirs. There’s a lot of potential to update things to modern socio/political times and say a lot.

Batman #51 (DC Comics) – This is on the list for the same reason you stop to see a car wreck. Catwoman left the Bat, I want to see what’s next.

Fence #8 (BOOM! Studios) – This series about fencing has been absolutely amazing with every single issue. Beyond fantastic.

Life of Captain Marvel #1 (Marvel) – A new direction and spin on the storytelling… I’m in.

A New Entry in the Aphrodite Mythos Arrives this July with Aphrodite V

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Writer Bryan Hill and artist Jeff Spokes will launch Aphrodite V this July from Image Comics and Top Cow Productions.

In the near future, Los Angeles is a city on the brink of evolution, struggling with a new wave of terror fueled by black-market technology. Enter Aphrodite V: a fugitive from her masters, seeking individuality and purpose. She is the bleeding edge of biomechanics, and L.A.’s best hope against a new enemy—one that seeks to become a god among machines.

One machine wants to destroy the city. Another has come to save it. Only one will survive.

Aphrodite V #1 (Diamond code: MAY180030) hits comic book shops Wednesday, July 18th. The final order cutoff deadline for comics retailers is Monday, June 25th.