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Review: Infinity Wars #1

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As the Infinity Stones come to Earth, so too comes the war for control over them. But none who wield the stones know the truth about the power they contain…or what it would take to bring them to their END. The nature of the universe itself hangs in the balance and a shocking event is learned.

I haven’t been too keen on Marvel‘s Infinity Wars up to this point. The “Countdown” lead up has been interesting but as a chapter in the story goes, it generally wasn’t too exciting. It put the pieces of the puzzle in place setting up what’s to come. Infinity Wars #1, and the previous “Prime,” are winning me over from what felt like a rather poor imitation of some classic stories. Instead, we’re getting a fractured Infinity Watch, and a twist on the villain who’s not who we expect (for now).

The issue revolves around Doctor Strange gathering the wielders of the Infinity Stones together to explain the situation and come up with a plan, fully expecting that Thanos will soon come to collect the Stones. There’s a lot of ideas thrown around, some actually intelligent, but there’s no way this group is going to get along.

What’s solid is the group gathered. This isn’t just one Stone wielder, it’s their crew. That creates an opportunity for so much more entertainment, case in point Bullseye and his comments about Groot and Rocket as well as Black Widow. There’s so much opportunity and is a different feel that the usual single individuals coming together. It also emphasizes that who’s in play is very different than the past. It’s a different dynamic and writer Gerry Duggan nails the interaction.

I haven’t been too keen on the art in the lead up but Mike Deodato, Jr.‘s art is fantastic. The characters look great and each moment’s beat is nailed. Bullseye’s responses again are perfect examples of this. There’s a lot of characters here and they really run across the Marvel Universe and it all works and works effortlessly. There’s nothing that stands out as odd, it just flows and comes together nicely.

While the issue feels like the group catching up to the events of “Prime,” the interaction of everyone is beyond entertaining. It drives the issue and turns around an event that hasn’t quite hit the beat. It’s a righting of the ship in many ways and takes me from ho-hum to excited to see what happens next.

Story: Gerry Duggan Art: Mike Deodato, Jr.
Story: 7.75 Art: 7.85 Overall: Recommendation: Read

Marvel provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

Joe’s Corner: What Comics to Buy this Week – Adventures of Super Sons, Infinity Wars, and More!

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Joe goes over the comic book and trade paperback releases for the week of August 1st 2018, gives what he is going to read, as well as some the top comic books of the week that others may be reading, and recommends some other series as well. T

The comics I buy are bought from Secret Comix Cave, an awesome comic store. Support your local comic shop!

Comics I Pull:

Adventures of the Super Sons #1 DC Comics
Batman #52 DC Comics
Captain America #2 Marvel Comics
Cosmic Ghost Rider #2 Marvel Comics
Deadpool #3 Marvel Comics
The Immortal Hulk #4 Marvel Comics
Infinity Wars #1 Marvel Comics
Justice League #5 DC Comics

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.

Adventures of the Super Sons #1 (DC Comics) – Superboy and Robin are back in this new series and we have new villains that feel so appropriate. The last volume was fantastic and the interaction of these two make this series so much fun to read.

Arab of the Future Graphic Memoir Vol. 3 (MacMillan) – The third volume of Riad Sattouf’s graphic memoir of his childhood in the Middle East. The third volume covers 1985-1987 and his mother’s want to move to France leaving his father torn between family and traditions.

Captain America #2 (Marvel) – The first issue was fantastic for this brand new volume written by Ta-Nehisi Coates with art by Leinel Francis Yu. We’re psyched to see where this all goes from there.

Cosmic Ghost Rider #2 (Marvel) – It’s a cosmic road trip to see if there’s such a thing as predetermined destiny.

Dark Ark #9 (AfterShock Comics) – This new take on the Bible tale of Noah has been amazing with every issue. A fantastic infusion of horror.

DC Super Hero Girls: Out of the Bottle (DC Comics) – The latest graphic novel in the kids comic series focuses on mental health and making your own comics!

Death of the Inhumans #2 (Marvel) – The first issue surprised us as to how good it was. We’re excited to read more of this series which we… well not sure what we expected. This is far more than a mini-series, this feels like a major event that will have a big impact going forward.

Infinity Wars #1 (Marvel) – The Prime issue was good and we’re excited to see where the cosmic end of the Marvel Universe is heading.

Leviathan #1 (Image Comics) – John Layman and Nick Pittara’s new series about some dingbats who summon a giant monster from hell.

Mister Miracle #10 (DC Comics) – This series has been amazing and the tension only seems to be getting greater with each issue. This is comic of the year material.

Project Superpowers #1 (Dynamite Entertainment) – Can superheroes still save the day? Written by Rob Williams with art by Sergio Davila, the series seems to explore if the heroes of the past have relevance in the modern world.

The Raid #1 (Titan Comics) – Based on the cult film, we’re excited to see how it translates on the printed page.

Robots vs. Princesses #1 (Dynamite Entertainment) – The title says it all with this one.

The Seeds #1 (Dark Horse/Berger Books) – A four issue mini-series from Berger Books from Ann Nocenti and David Aja follows a journalist who stumbles upon the story of a lifetime which if it’s revealed will destroy the last hope of a dying world.

WWE Attitude Era 2018 Special #1 (BOOM! Studios) – Head back to what many consider one the best eras for wrestling.

The Infinity Warps Teases Weapon Hex, Arachknight, and Ghost Panther

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INFINITY WARS: WEAPON HEX #1 (of 2)

Written by BEN ACKER & BEN BLACKER
Art by GERARDO SANDOVAL
Cover by HUMBERTO RAMOS

First appearing in INFINITY WARS #3, and coming to comic shops this October!

INFINITY WARS: ARACHKNIGHT #1 (of 2)

Written by MAX BEMIS
Cover by HUMBERTO RAMOS

First appearing in INFINITY WARS #3, and coming to comic shops this October!

INFINITY WARS: GHOST PANTHER #1 (of 2)

Cover by HUMBERTO RAMOS

First appearing in INFINITY WARS #3, and coming to comic shops this November!

Infinity Wars #1 Gets a Launch Party

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Acclaimed creators Gerry Duggan and Mike Deodato Jr. are bringing you an Infinity Stone story that will change the lives of those who wield the cosmic gems! This summer, Infinity Countdown ignites…Infinity Wars!

To celebrate, Marvel will partner with participating retail stores to host Infinity Wars #1 Launch Parties. In addition to exclusive variant covers, participating retail stores will receive exciting promotional items.

All participating retailers will receive the following incentives as part of the Infinity Wars #1 Party:

  • AVENGERS INFINITY WAR POSTER (BUNDLE OF 25) (MAY188995)*

Retailers who choose to opt into the party will also be able to order the following items:

  • INFINITY WARS #1 PARTY VAR (JUN180795)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 (OF 6) DEODATO PREMIERE VAR (JUN180794)

Additional offers celebrating INFINITY WARS #1 are available to retailers and do not require a party opt-in to order:

  • INFINITY WARS #1 by DEDODATO JR POSTER (JUN180997)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 LIM VARIANT (JUN180796)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 RAMOS CONNECTING VARIANT (JUN180798)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 (OF 6) JONES PROMO VARIANT (JUN180797)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 (OF 6) MARTIN VARIANT (JUN180792)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 (OF 6) SHIRAHAMA VARIANT (JUN180790)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 (OF 6) KUDER VARIANT (JUN180791)
  • INFINITY WARS #1 (OF 6) TEDESCO VARIANT (JUN180793)

*Note retailers may also order these promo items individually through Diamond. Check Marvel Mailer/Diamond for details.

Retailer can opt-in before Monday, July 9th. Infinity Wars #1 is out August 1, 2018.

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