Manga Monday: Tokyo Ghoul Volume 1 Review
Tokyo Ghoul Volume 1
Ghoul or human any manga reader will find this cruel story a delight to read.
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Lost On Planet Earth #2: Run Away, But Forward
Lost On Planet Earth #2
Lost On Planet Earth #2: A fast-paced story, but one that promises to take us on a revolutionary trip of growth and breaking with preconceptions of the world (both in personal and social ways). We’re eager to see what Visaggio and Aguirre have for us next.
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Planetary #9: In a Strange Relationship With Our Fiction
Planetary #9
After eight issues of tidbits of information placed at strategic points in the story, Planetary #9 (Ellis, Cassaday, Baron, Heisler) feels explosive thanks to it’s willingness to dig into the core of what this series is doing. There is a sense of urgency now that I have sorely been missing and it really takes the series to a new level.
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Judge Dredd Prog 2177: Due Process
Judge Dredd Prog 2177
Judge Dredd prog 2177 (Niemand, Critchlow, Parkhouse) is a hit, no doubt about it. It’s a one-shot that you may have a hard time finding any complaints about. There are a lot of interesting elements at work that show this team fundamentally understands what makes a good Dredd story, so don’t miss out on this one!
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Sentient #1-6: I Believe the Children are Our Future
Sentient
You don’t have to be a sci-fi buff to get into Sentient (Lemire, Walta), as it’s a human drama above all else. The art sings and the central question at it’s heart – “Can machines learn to be human?” – will have you pondering this series for days after finishing.
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Planetary #8: The Devil’s Empty House
Planetary #8
Planetary #8 (Ellis, Cassaday, DePuy, Cline) hits the ground running with yet another sci-fi mystery with much larger implications for Jakita, Elijah and the Drummer. It’s grotesque and deeply compelling, but it also is frustratingly secretive in its intentions, leaving the reader with no choice but to dig into the next issue for more answers.
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Judge Dredd Prog 2176: The Bird Lady of Al Capone
Judge Dredd Prog 2176
In this one-shot style story of Judge Dredd in prog 2176 (Niemand, Dyer, Nosenzo, Parkhouse) we find Dredd sorting through the remains of devastation long passed, both psychologically and physically, for a story that truly captures the impacts of this world and their ideals.
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Manga Monday: Battle Angel Alita Deluxe Edition 1: Believe in the Strength Within Yourself
Battle Angel Alita Deluxe Edition 1
Battle Angel Alita Deluxe Edition 1 (Kishiro) is the type of manga that transcends the oftentimes strict expectations of the medium with both an incredibly impressive aesthetic and deep character drama to back it up. There is a dedication to storytelling that is so evident on every page that even at this length, it’s impossible to put down until the very last panel.
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Judge Dredd Progs 2174-2175: Hair of the Dog
Judge Dredd Progs 2174-2175
Judge Dredd progs 2174-2175 (Edginton, D’Israeli, Parkhouse) is one wild ride. It’s a wacky story that is sure to entertain and although it may not be your all-time favorite Dredd story, it’s an honestly fun time that doesn’t drag on or overstay its welcome by any means.
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Planetary #7: Time to Be Someone Else
Planetary #7
Planetary #7 (Ellis, Cassaday, Baron, Cline) is a love letter and more to Vertigo, that much is certain, but amidst the fond remembrance of a beloved character and publisher we also find unique character moments that allow the issue to flourish.
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Ask for Mercy Vol. 1: The Key to Forever!
Ask for Mercy Vol. 1
Ask for Mercy Vol. 1 (Starkings, Harding) Richard Starkings and Abigail Jill Harding have discovered a great recipe with mixing science fiction, horror, and history. Ask for Mercy Vol. 1 will have you salivating for more!
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Varus #2: Retribution: What We Choose To Show
Varus #2: Retribution
In Varus #2: Retribution (McNeill, Rudy), the main conflict of vengeance versus self-healing is an engaging and brilliant one, with a great ending, but the execution nonetheless relies on tropes about mental illness that I hope we leave behind as we understand better what fantastical metaphors mean for real people.
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