To say that Gotham had a lot of threads to wrap up in last night’s fall finale was an understatement. In short, it had to deal with the escalating Jim Gordon-Penguin-Sofia Falcon situation, Bruce Wayne continuing going off the rails, Tabby trying to make Solomon Grundy recall his life as Butch Gilzean, and the imminent return of Jerome. But, somehow, the producers managed to pull it off in a coherent manner.
Much like many of you reading this, my attention is captured whenever Jerome Valeska puts in an appearance. Having already showered actor Cameron Monaghan’s fantastic performances with a litany of compliments in the past, this time, I’ll instead place the focus on his evolving appearance.
When we last saw him in season 3, it was obvious that the creative minds behind the series were paying homage to Batman: Death of the Family by having Jerome wear...
Much like many of you reading this, my attention is captured whenever Jerome Valeska puts in an appearance. Having already showered actor Cameron Monaghan’s fantastic performances with a litany of compliments in the past, this time, I’ll instead place the focus on his evolving appearance.
When we last saw him in season 3, it was obvious that the creative minds behind the series were paying homage to Batman: Death of the Family by having Jerome wear...
- 12/8/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Although Cameron Monaghan has never been a part of Gotham‘s principal cast, many would likely argue – and I would agree with them – that Jerome Valeska has easily emerged as the finest villain the series has thus far produced, thanks to sharp writing and the young actor’s incredible performances. Now, that’s not meant to be a knock against Robin Lord Taylor’s Penguin or Cory Michael Smith’s Riddler, but it’s just a testament to how well Monaghan has brought this proto-Joker to life.
When we last saw Jerome, he’d paid homage to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s Batman: Death of the Family by wearing a dead skin mask with such style. But after he’d had all his fun in an amusement park straight out of The Killing Joke, James Gordon succeeded in apprehending the young knave – and punching off his face in the process.
When we last saw Jerome, he’d paid homage to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s Batman: Death of the Family by wearing a dead skin mask with such style. But after he’d had all his fun in an amusement park straight out of The Killing Joke, James Gordon succeeded in apprehending the young knave – and punching off his face in the process.
- 11/17/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Two weeks ago Bryam Dayley published an article on GeekTyrant that focused on Spider-Man’s return to the “status quo” after the events of Marvel’s Secret Empire, the latest big event spanning story. I realize now that as I type these words that Marvel is already in the middle of another series spanning event full of unique comic book covers and one-shot tie-ins. However, this article is not about the rising and ever continuing trend of big event series crossovers, I will save that for another post.
What struck me about Bryam’s article and the subsequent community comments was the discord over the changing, or rather reversion, of Spider-Man’s character. Spider-Man has undergone many changes over the years, and as an everyman character represents something different to everyone. For myself, Spider-Man was not only the ideal self-sacrificing hero, but a symbol for what the awkward nerd could become.
What struck me about Bryam’s article and the subsequent community comments was the discord over the changing, or rather reversion, of Spider-Man’s character. Spider-Man has undergone many changes over the years, and as an everyman character represents something different to everyone. For myself, Spider-Man was not only the ideal self-sacrificing hero, but a symbol for what the awkward nerd could become.
- 11/15/2017
- by GeekTyrant
- GeekTyrant
Although Cameron Monaghan has never been a part of Gotham‘s principal cast, many would likely argue – and I would agree with them – that Jerome Valeska has easily emerged as the finest villain the series has thus far produced, thanks to sharp writing and the young actor’s incredible performances. Now, that’s not meant to be a knock against Robin Lord Taylor’s Penguin or Cory Michael Smith’s Riddler, but it’s just a testament to how well Monaghan has brought this proto-Joker to life.
When we last saw Jerome, he’d paid homage to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s Batman: Death of the Family by wearing a dead skin mask with such style. But after he’d had all his fun in an amusement park straight out of The Killing Joke, James Gordon succeeded in apprehending the young knave – and punching off his face in the process.
When we last saw Jerome, he’d paid homage to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s Batman: Death of the Family by wearing a dead skin mask with such style. But after he’d had all his fun in an amusement park straight out of The Killing Joke, James Gordon succeeded in apprehending the young knave – and punching off his face in the process.
- 11/9/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
So far, DC’s latest mega crossover event, Dark Nights: Metal, has introduced us to some pretty far out characters and concepts, both in the mainline series itself and the tie-ins that complement. And not surprisingly, the one-shots detailing the backstories of each evil version of Batman to hail from the Dark Multiverse have sold like hotcakes, much like the books being penned by Scott Snyder himself.
To date, we’ve become intimately familiar with most of the Dark Knights that Barbatos and the Batman Who Laughs have unleashed on Earth-0, such as the Red Death and the Murder Machine. More recently, we were able to meet the Drowned, who is not only a twisted amalgam of Batman and Aquaman, but also someone who originates from a gender-flipped universe.
You see, where Bryce Wayne is from, she’s the Batwoman and, from what you read above, you likely came to...
To date, we’ve become intimately familiar with most of the Dark Knights that Barbatos and the Batman Who Laughs have unleashed on Earth-0, such as the Red Death and the Murder Machine. More recently, we were able to meet the Drowned, who is not only a twisted amalgam of Batman and Aquaman, but also someone who originates from a gender-flipped universe.
You see, where Bryce Wayne is from, she’s the Batwoman and, from what you read above, you likely came to...
- 10/23/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
The latest installment of Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s opus, Dark Nights: Metal #3, takes a powerful turn as Superman gets sucked into the Dark Multiverse like the gullible nut he is. While most of us thought this was lining up to be another Batman-centric event, it appears as if the Man of Steel was the one who Barbatos wanted all along.
With so much talk of heavy metal, this issue touches upon the event’s music theme rather well, with Damian and Jon’s jam and Batman’s warning to Clark and Diana being significant to the plot. Coupled with the dark imagery, this book could very well be the prototype for Ghost’s next album if you ask me.
From a narrative perspective, there’s an interesting twist as Superman and Nightwing have differing views on what to do next. At first, it appears as if Snyder is...
With so much talk of heavy metal, this issue touches upon the event’s music theme rather well, with Damian and Jon’s jam and Batman’s warning to Clark and Diana being significant to the plot. Coupled with the dark imagery, this book could very well be the prototype for Ghost’s next album if you ask me.
From a narrative perspective, there’s an interesting twist as Superman and Nightwing have differing views on what to do next. At first, it appears as if Snyder is...
- 10/11/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
DC Comics' "All-Star Batman" #14, available October 4, 2017, is written by Scott Snyder and illustrated by Rafael Albuquerque, Sebastian Fiumara, with covers by Albuquerque and Fiumara:
"...in this final issue of Scott Snyder's run on 'All Star Batman', he and Rafael Albuquerque put 'Batman' to the ultimate test!
"Faced with either losing his future as Batman or the person he loves most...
"...the 'Dark Knight' must decide which ultimate price he is willing to pay..."
In other 'Batman' news, Warners has rescheduled their stand-alone "The Batman" feature, ordering up a fresh screenplay by director Matt Reeves ("Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes"):
"There are certain characters who hold a special place in the hearts of millions," said actor Ben Affleck, still looking forward to starring in "The Batman", after playing 'Bruce Wayne' in "Batman vs Superman: Dawn Of Justice" and the upcoming "Justice League...
"...in this final issue of Scott Snyder's run on 'All Star Batman', he and Rafael Albuquerque put 'Batman' to the ultimate test!
"Faced with either losing his future as Batman or the person he loves most...
"...the 'Dark Knight' must decide which ultimate price he is willing to pay..."
In other 'Batman' news, Warners has rescheduled their stand-alone "The Batman" feature, ordering up a fresh screenplay by director Matt Reeves ("Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes"):
"There are certain characters who hold a special place in the hearts of millions," said actor Ben Affleck, still looking forward to starring in "The Batman", after playing 'Bruce Wayne' in "Batman vs Superman: Dawn Of Justice" and the upcoming "Justice League...
- 10/5/2017
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
This article contains spoilers.
While everyone is buzzing about what’s going on in the Dark Nights: Metal mainline series by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo – and understandably so – it’s hard not to think the various tie-ins are giving their bigger cousin a run for its money. Aside from the “Gotham Resistance” arc that’s unfolding in several ongoing titles from DC, the series of one-shots detailing evil versions of Batman hailing from the Dark Multiverse are proving to be essential reads once they hit stands.
The latest offering, The Murder Machine, spotlights a Batman-Cyborg hybrid that may end up going down as one of the better tragedies this medium has to offer for the remainder of 2017. Granted, we’ve yet to get our hands on any subsequent issues and therefore can’t speak for any of the other Dark Knights, but this particular book came as a...
While everyone is buzzing about what’s going on in the Dark Nights: Metal mainline series by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo – and understandably so – it’s hard not to think the various tie-ins are giving their bigger cousin a run for its money. Aside from the “Gotham Resistance” arc that’s unfolding in several ongoing titles from DC, the series of one-shots detailing evil versions of Batman hailing from the Dark Multiverse are proving to be essential reads once they hit stands.
The latest offering, The Murder Machine, spotlights a Batman-Cyborg hybrid that may end up going down as one of the better tragedies this medium has to offer for the remainder of 2017. Granted, we’ve yet to get our hands on any subsequent issues and therefore can’t speak for any of the other Dark Knights, but this particular book came as a...
- 9/27/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
DC Comics' "Dark Nights Metal" #2, available September 13, 2017, starring the 'Justice League' is written by Scott Snyder and illustrated by Greg Capullo, Jonathan Glapion, with covers by Capullo, Andy Kubert, Jim Lee and John Romita Jr.:
"...as 'Superman' and 'Wonder Woman' hunt for a missing ally, 'Batman' investigates a mystery spanning centuries.
"Then when the 'Caped Crusader' discovers a foe even greater than the 'Justice League' could possibly imagine, will Earth's heroes be ready?..."
Click the images to enlarge and Sneak Peek "Justice League"...
"...as 'Superman' and 'Wonder Woman' hunt for a missing ally, 'Batman' investigates a mystery spanning centuries.
"Then when the 'Caped Crusader' discovers a foe even greater than the 'Justice League' could possibly imagine, will Earth's heroes be ready?..."
Click the images to enlarge and Sneak Peek "Justice League"...
- 9/13/2017
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
While Tom King works on his own Batman opus, “The War of Jokes and Riddles,” Scott Snyder continues to defy all expectations by penning one of the grandest comic book events in a long time. In Dark Nights: Metal #2, Snyder and his partner in art, Greg Capullo, along with Jonathan Glapion and Fco Plascencia, crank it up a notch (to 11) and prove it’s good to be bad.
After all the surprises and dinosaur-riding in Dark Nights: Metal #1, things get even crazier in this issue, as Superman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the Justice League track down Batman before he does something that he (and humanity) will regret. Naturally, the Caped Crusader doesn’t want their assistance and prefers to go at it alone, thinking only he can save the world. Typical of the Stubborn Knight, isn’t it?
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After all the surprises and dinosaur-riding in Dark Nights: Metal #1, things get even crazier in this issue, as Superman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the Justice League track down Batman before he does something that he (and humanity) will regret. Naturally, the Caped Crusader doesn’t want their assistance and prefers to go at it alone, thinking only he can save the world. Typical of the Stubborn Knight, isn’t it?
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- 9/13/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
The alternate, dark world of the Justice League returns with Dark Night: Metal #2 from DC Comics! Also: three covers for Ash Vs Army of Darkness #3, Wolfenstein #1, three Warhammer Blood Bowl #4 preview pages, Clue #4, Curse Words #8, Harrow County #25, Neil Gaiman's American Gods: Shadows #7, Rose #6, and Sacred Creatures #3.
Dark Nights: Metal #2: "As Superman and Wonder Woman hunt for a missing ally, Batman investigates a mystery spanning centuries. When the World’s Greatest Detective discovers a foe even greater than the Justice League could possibly imagine, will Earth’s heroes be ready?
Art by: Jonathan Glapion, Greg Capullo
Cover by: Jonathan Glapion, Greg Capullo
Variant cover by: John Romita, Jr., Jim Lee, Andy Kubert
Written by: Scott Snyder
Series: Dark Matter 2017
U.S. Price: 4.99
On Sale Date: Sep 13, 2017
Volume/Issue #: 2
Color/B&W: Color
Trim Size: Comic
Page Count: 32."
To get more looks at Dark Nights: Metal #2, visit:
http://www.
Dark Nights: Metal #2: "As Superman and Wonder Woman hunt for a missing ally, Batman investigates a mystery spanning centuries. When the World’s Greatest Detective discovers a foe even greater than the Justice League could possibly imagine, will Earth’s heroes be ready?
Art by: Jonathan Glapion, Greg Capullo
Cover by: Jonathan Glapion, Greg Capullo
Variant cover by: John Romita, Jr., Jim Lee, Andy Kubert
Written by: Scott Snyder
Series: Dark Matter 2017
U.S. Price: 4.99
On Sale Date: Sep 13, 2017
Volume/Issue #: 2
Color/B&W: Color
Trim Size: Comic
Page Count: 32."
To get more looks at Dark Nights: Metal #2, visit:
http://www.
- 9/13/2017
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
While the mainline series that is Dark Nights: Metal is allowing for Scott Snyder to display his vast knowledge of the DC Universe, we can’t help but love how the various tie-ins that’ll hit stands this fall have an Elseworlds kind of flavor to them. Well, there’s that and the fact that each of them spotlight various evil versions of Batman.
To date, we’ve been offered closer looks at a sinister-looking Flash-Batman amalgam, The Red Death, a sweet mashup with Green Lantern, The Dawnbreaker, and a twisted Batman-Joker hybrid known as The Batman Who Laughs, the latter of which may ultimately prove to get the most attention. Regardless, each of these threats emanating from the Dark Multiverse are bound to turn more than a few heads – if the subject of today’s discussion doesn’t crush them first, that is.
We are, of course,...
To date, we’ve been offered closer looks at a sinister-looking Flash-Batman amalgam, The Red Death, a sweet mashup with Green Lantern, The Dawnbreaker, and a twisted Batman-Joker hybrid known as The Batman Who Laughs, the latter of which may ultimately prove to get the most attention. Regardless, each of these threats emanating from the Dark Multiverse are bound to turn more than a few heads – if the subject of today’s discussion doesn’t crush them first, that is.
We are, of course,...
- 9/8/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
- 8/29/2017
- Obsessed with Film
- 8/29/2017
- Obsessed with Film
You know, I really feel like I’m playing devil’s advocate whenever I say something supportive about Gotham. Really, angry fanboys have made it the Roman Reigns of the DC TV family. But despite it taking the basics of the Batman mythos and using them to build something that’s all its own, I’ve really come to enjoy this series as I believe it makes for some rather stellar television. Granted, I can’t speak for where the producers may be headed in the future, but in the meantime, I’m having a ball watching.
Obviously, the backbone of this show is Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz) and the personal journey he’s embarking on, but I don’t want to discuss him in-depth just yet. Instead, I’ll describe this season in a nutshell before going any further.
Basically, season 3 was the Year of the Owl. Sure, the...
Obviously, the backbone of this show is Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz) and the personal journey he’s embarking on, but I don’t want to discuss him in-depth just yet. Instead, I’ll describe this season in a nutshell before going any further.
Basically, season 3 was the Year of the Owl. Sure, the...
- 8/29/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
DC Comics' "All-Star Batman" #13, available August 30, 2017 is written by Scott Snyder and illustrated by Rafael Albuquerque, Sebastian Fiumara, with covers by Albuquerque and Fiumara:
"...in 'The First Ally' - Part 4, as secrets from the past are revealed...
"...'Batman' must face down a nemesis unlike any he's seen before -
"...or risk the consequences of the 'Genesis Engine' falling into the wrong hands..."
In other "Batman" movie news, actor Ben Affleck is reportedly out as star, writer and director of Warners' stand-alone "The Batman" feature, after playing the 'Caped Crusader in "Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice" and the upcoming "Justice League".
"There are certain characters who hold a special place in the hearts of millions," said Affleck about his time as the Bat.
"Performing this role demands focus, passion, and the very best performance I can give...
"I respect all of the movies. Christopher Nolan did an incredible job,...
"...in 'The First Ally' - Part 4, as secrets from the past are revealed...
"...'Batman' must face down a nemesis unlike any he's seen before -
"...or risk the consequences of the 'Genesis Engine' falling into the wrong hands..."
In other "Batman" movie news, actor Ben Affleck is reportedly out as star, writer and director of Warners' stand-alone "The Batman" feature, after playing the 'Caped Crusader in "Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice" and the upcoming "Justice League".
"There are certain characters who hold a special place in the hearts of millions," said Affleck about his time as the Bat.
"Performing this role demands focus, passion, and the very best performance I can give...
"I respect all of the movies. Christopher Nolan did an incredible job,...
- 8/28/2017
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
While the mainline series that is Dark Nights: Metal is allowing for Scott Snyder to display his vast knowledge of this DC Universe, we can’t help but love how the various tie-ins that’ll hit stands this fall have an Elseworlds kind of flavor to them. Well, there’s that and the fact that each of them spotlight various evil versions of Batman.
To date, we’ve been offered closer looks at a sinister-looking Flash-Batman amalgam, The Red Death, and a twisted Batman-Joker hybrid known as The Batman Who Laughs, the latter of which may ultimately prove to get the most attention. Regardless, the next fellow to emanate from the Dark Multiverse that we’ll aim to discuss is bound to turn a few heads himself.
Dubbed “The Dawnbreaker,” a moniker that’d also be a good name for either a Judas Priest song or a wrestling move,...
To date, we’ve been offered closer looks at a sinister-looking Flash-Batman amalgam, The Red Death, and a twisted Batman-Joker hybrid known as The Batman Who Laughs, the latter of which may ultimately prove to get the most attention. Regardless, the next fellow to emanate from the Dark Multiverse that we’ll aim to discuss is bound to turn a few heads himself.
Dubbed “The Dawnbreaker,” a moniker that’d also be a good name for either a Judas Priest song or a wrestling move,...
- 8/25/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Writer-director Christopher MacBride is becoming a go-to guy for graphic novel adaptations. After adapting a slew of others around town, he has been tapped by Sony and producer Josh Bratman at Immersive Pictures to adapt the Scott Snyder and Jeff Lemire graphic novel A.D. After Death. MacBride was previously hired to write and is attached to direct Sony’s Amensia, a sci-fi thriller based on the Arcana Comics graphic novel by Dwayne Harris. FilmNation is producing that…...
- 8/23/2017
- Deadline
If anything, Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s highly anticipated reunion that’s come in the form of the event series Dark Nights: Metal has handily knocked the comic book community on its collective bum. Not only does it mark their return to the character of Batman, but they now have the entire wealth of the DC Universe at their disposal – and they’ve certainly wasted no time in telling the biggest story possible.
As is to be expected from a tale as grandiose and far-reaching as this, it’ll spill over into a number of one-shots orbiting the mainline series, with some of the publisher’s ongoings also serving as tie-ins. Thus, DC fans are in for one enriching reading experience should they elect to consume these other books.
Not long ago, we got a look at various evil Batmen emanating from the Dark Multiverse, each of which will...
As is to be expected from a tale as grandiose and far-reaching as this, it’ll spill over into a number of one-shots orbiting the mainline series, with some of the publisher’s ongoings also serving as tie-ins. Thus, DC fans are in for one enriching reading experience should they elect to consume these other books.
Not long ago, we got a look at various evil Batmen emanating from the Dark Multiverse, each of which will...
- 8/22/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Sweet Christmas, everyone – this year’s Awesome Con was busy as all get-out and chock-full of cool things to see and do, and con season is rushing by so fast that I’m just now getting to my recap! (We can also blame the con crud for this, alas. It’s been following me around for a solid month.) As always, there were way more activities than one mere mortal could get to. And on top of that, this was the first year where I really saw multiple events surrounding the con that were either not directly affiliated with the con but inspired by it, or connected to it but not part of the main con experience.
So let’s start there. First off, I was part of a pre-con round-table interview Awesome Con set up with the inestimable Stan Lee. Stan answered many great questions. He talked about what...
So let’s start there. First off, I was part of a pre-con round-table interview Awesome Con set up with the inestimable Stan Lee. Stan answered many great questions. He talked about what...
- 8/17/2017
- by Emily S. Whitten
- Comicmix.com
After what has seemed like an interminable wait, Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo's Metal event series is here. The duo is best known for their work on DC's Batman during New 52, a 50+ issue run that rejuvenated the character, both for fans and in the comic. Now the acclaimed pair of creators is tackling an entire event series for the Warner Bros.-owned publishing house and fans. Can't. Wait. There have so far been two prequels comics and both were top sellers in the month they were published.
If you're nervous about jumping into an event comic series or perhaps you're a lapsed reader, the following tidbits will get you caught up. There are some spoilers for the prequels and other comics leading up to the event, but nothing about Metal itself that hasn't been released in a public forum thus far (because I haven't read it yet).
1. What To...
If you're nervous about jumping into an event comic series or perhaps you're a lapsed reader, the following tidbits will get you caught up. There are some spoilers for the prequels and other comics leading up to the event, but nothing about Metal itself that hasn't been released in a public forum thus far (because I haven't read it yet).
1. What To...
- 8/16/2017
- by Brian Jasper
- LRMonline.com
This review contains minor spoilers.
To quote Steel Panther: “Death to all but metal.” It’s how I feel right now after reading Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s electrifying Dark Nights: Metal #1, Aka your new favorite comic book. If this were a song, it’d be a hard-hitting, down-tuned ripper to wash away the filth of “Despacito” from your ears. It’s that little something you want to play loud and proud.
To give you a brief rundown of what happens in this bonkers book: we kick off with the Justice League battling Mongul’s murder machines in a coliseum. In order to defeat these things, though, the League have to climb into them and form their own Megazord. Yes, Snyder and Capullo go full-on Power Rangers here!
Back in Gotham City, a bloody mountain has formed where it shouldn’t have. When the League investigate this anomaly,...
To quote Steel Panther: “Death to all but metal.” It’s how I feel right now after reading Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s electrifying Dark Nights: Metal #1, Aka your new favorite comic book. If this were a song, it’d be a hard-hitting, down-tuned ripper to wash away the filth of “Despacito” from your ears. It’s that little something you want to play loud and proud.
To give you a brief rundown of what happens in this bonkers book: we kick off with the Justice League battling Mongul’s murder machines in a coliseum. In order to defeat these things, though, the League have to climb into them and form their own Megazord. Yes, Snyder and Capullo go full-on Power Rangers here!
Back in Gotham City, a bloody mountain has formed where it shouldn’t have. When the League investigate this anomaly,...
- 8/16/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
Here's our first look DC Comic's upcoming new series Batman and The Signal. It features Batman with Duke Thomas as The Signal, who will help the Dark Knight protect Gotham City. This will be a three-issue miniseries that "follows Duke’s trials and travails in high school and as a vigilante while introducing new enemies to fight.
I have to say that when I first saw the image above without reading what it was about, the first thought to go through my head was, "What did they do to Wolverine's costume?!" The Signals costume design looks like a combination of Batman and Wolverine. It was designed by Cully Hamner, who worked on Warren Ellis' Red and co-created the third Blue Beetle, Jaime Reyes. He also provided the comic art in the series.
The comic is being written by Scott Snyder and Tony Patrick. One thing is for sure,...
I have to say that when I first saw the image above without reading what it was about, the first thought to go through my head was, "What did they do to Wolverine's costume?!" The Signals costume design looks like a combination of Batman and Wolverine. It was designed by Cully Hamner, who worked on Warren Ellis' Red and co-created the third Blue Beetle, Jaime Reyes. He also provided the comic art in the series.
The comic is being written by Scott Snyder and Tony Patrick. One thing is for sure,...
- 8/10/2017
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
One of the most exciting aspects of DC's Rebirth was the addition of Tom King to their line up of amazing talent that were going to undertake trying to fix issues that haunted DC during the New 52. His task was not an easy one by any means as he was taking over Batman, which meant following up Scott Snyder's amazing run during the New 52. King himself had just finished the critically acclaimed title Vision over at Marvel Comics. With Batman now entering it's 29th issue since the relaunch, we can say without a doubt that the Caped Crusader is in good hands, but this week Tom King will launch a new 12-issue comic book featuring Mister Miracle.
Mister Miracle is, according to DC Comics, "One of Jack Kirby's most beloved New Gods". For a little bit of history on the character, he made his first appearance in DC's...
Mister Miracle is, according to DC Comics, "One of Jack Kirby's most beloved New Gods". For a little bit of history on the character, he made his first appearance in DC's...
- 8/8/2017
- by Emmanuel Gomez
- LRMonline.com
Although Cameron Monaghan has never been a part of Gotham‘s principal cast, many would likely argue – and I would agree with them – that Jerome Valeska has easily emerged as the finest villain the series has thus far produced, thanks to sharp writing and the young actor’s incredible performances. Now, that’s not meant to be a knock against Robin Lord Taylor’s Penguin or Cory Michael Smith’s Riddler, but it’s just a testament to how well Monaghan has brought this proto-Joker to life.
When we last saw Jerome, he’d paid homage to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s Batman: Death of the Family by wearing a dead skin mask with such style. But after he’d had all his fun in an amusement park straight out of The Killing Joke, James Gordon succeeded in apprehending the young knave – and punching off his face in the process.
When we last saw Jerome, he’d paid homage to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s Batman: Death of the Family by wearing a dead skin mask with such style. But after he’d had all his fun in an amusement park straight out of The Killing Joke, James Gordon succeeded in apprehending the young knave – and punching off his face in the process.
- 7/27/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
The announcements continue to roll out for DC Comics during several of their panels here at San Diego Comic-Con. During their Dark Nights: Metal and Dark Matter panel they announced another new ongoing series coming soon featuring Duke Thomas called Batman: The Signal and it will be written by DC Talent Workshop alum Tony Patrick.
Duke Thomas had made his debut in DC Comics New 52 Batman #21 during an arc called Zero Year where he assisted Batman. Then during the arc called Endgame, the Joker kidnapped Duke's family and used them to try and recreate Bruce Wayne's parents' murder right in front of him. Batman managed to save Duke, but Duke's parents unfortunately were lost to the Joker's gas. Later he became part of the group of Robins during the time that Bruce Wayne was gone. When DC launched Rebirth Batman had returned and offered Duke a position,...
Duke Thomas had made his debut in DC Comics New 52 Batman #21 during an arc called Zero Year where he assisted Batman. Then during the arc called Endgame, the Joker kidnapped Duke's family and used them to try and recreate Bruce Wayne's parents' murder right in front of him. Batman managed to save Duke, but Duke's parents unfortunately were lost to the Joker's gas. Later he became part of the group of Robins during the time that Bruce Wayne was gone. When DC launched Rebirth Batman had returned and offered Duke a position,...
- 7/22/2017
- by Emmanuel Gomez
- LRMonline.com
Although DC’s next major event that’s set to reunite the fan favorite creative team of writer Scott Snyder and artist Greg Capullo doesn’t officially kickoff until next month, it’s probably safe to say that anticipation for Dark Nights: Metal has reached critical mass.
Aside from the mainline series itself, something that has captured the attention of fans everywhere is that of the group of evil Batmen originating from the Dark Multiverse, each of which are set to be the focus of a number of one-shots shipping this fall.
Thanks to the image at the top, we have our first full look at each of these “Dark Knights,” some of whom seem to have powers mirroring Justice League familiars like the Flash, Aquaman and Green Lantern. If you’re interested (and you probably are), here’s the roll call from left to right: The Murder Machine, The Red Death,...
Aside from the mainline series itself, something that has captured the attention of fans everywhere is that of the group of evil Batmen originating from the Dark Multiverse, each of which are set to be the focus of a number of one-shots shipping this fall.
Thanks to the image at the top, we have our first full look at each of these “Dark Knights,” some of whom seem to have powers mirroring Justice League familiars like the Flash, Aquaman and Green Lantern. If you’re interested (and you probably are), here’s the roll call from left to right: The Murder Machine, The Red Death,...
- 7/21/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
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Even if you were to take the upcoming Justice League movie out of the equation, 2017 would still be a big year for Batman. After all, he recently proposed to Catwoman and has found himself smack dab in the middle of a multiversal crisis. Not surprisingly, both those topics are set to be further explored this fall, and are the focus of today’s conversation.
First, let’s talk about what’s to come in the Dark Knight’s flagship book, Batman. As it turns out, this October will mark the finale of Tom King and Mikel Janin’s currently unfolding story arc, “The War of Jokes and Riddles,” which has been knocking our socks off thus far.
From what we can tell, issue #32 will be a must read because not only will we learn if...
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Even if you were to take the upcoming Justice League movie out of the equation, 2017 would still be a big year for Batman. After all, he recently proposed to Catwoman and has found himself smack dab in the middle of a multiversal crisis. Not surprisingly, both those topics are set to be further explored this fall, and are the focus of today’s conversation.
First, let’s talk about what’s to come in the Dark Knight’s flagship book, Batman. As it turns out, this October will mark the finale of Tom King and Mikel Janin’s currently unfolding story arc, “The War of Jokes and Riddles,” which has been knocking our socks off thus far.
From what we can tell, issue #32 will be a must read because not only will we learn if...
- 7/18/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
It’s been over a year now since Rebirth was born (see what I did there?). In that time, we’ve seen DC do a full tilt and bring back the good times to their popular superheroes and series. You see, despite what the Internet will have you believe, the New 52 wasn’t all that bad – it just didn’t feel like a DC event (except for Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s marvelous Batman run).
Now, after a host of classic issues and gargantuan events, we’ve decided to look back at some of the highlights of this relaunch. Trust us, it was far from easy to select the best of the lot because of the sheer number of them. From the return of popular characters to the tying up of loose ends prior to Flashpoint, it’s been a wild ride, with only more to come.
As always,...
Now, after a host of classic issues and gargantuan events, we’ve decided to look back at some of the highlights of this relaunch. Trust us, it was far from easy to select the best of the lot because of the sheer number of them. From the return of popular characters to the tying up of loose ends prior to Flashpoint, it’s been a wild ride, with only more to come.
As always,...
- 7/16/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
Hello again, and welcome to the recently resurrected Panel Discussion. I’m Kieran, and every week I’m going to go through some of the best comics of the week to give you an idea what you should pick up that you might have missed. This is another stacked week with some fantastic first issues and great jumping on points for books you might be behind on, so let’s take a look at what’s on offer.
The big, big release this week is DC’s Dark Days: The Casting #1 which is the second part of the prelude to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s upcoming Dark Knights: Metal summer event which promises to blow the doors off the DC Universe in the best way possible. The previous issue of Dark Days had Plastic Man, Mister Terrific and even the Multiversal Tuning Fork from Crisis on Infinite Earths,...
The big, big release this week is DC’s Dark Days: The Casting #1 which is the second part of the prelude to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s upcoming Dark Knights: Metal summer event which promises to blow the doors off the DC Universe in the best way possible. The previous issue of Dark Days had Plastic Man, Mister Terrific and even the Multiversal Tuning Fork from Crisis on Infinite Earths,...
- 7/12/2017
- by Kieran Shiach
- Nerdly
DC Entertainment
Batman and The Joker, what would one be without the other? For decades now the two have squared off in comic books, television shows and films. So far every film franchise for Batman has include the Clown Prince of Crime. Cesar Romero, Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, the voice of Mark Hamill and Jared Leto are the names that have voiced, or played, The Joker in the past. Along with the obvious differences, each of them had been molded to compliment the Batman of the time. What would happen if we put Gotham and these two characters in a present time with modern-day problems? Would Batman's style of vigilante justice still work in our day and age? Would he even still be a hero?
Enter DC Comic's Batman: White Knight by writer illustrator Sean Murphy. In his comic book mini series that is set to be released...
Batman and The Joker, what would one be without the other? For decades now the two have squared off in comic books, television shows and films. So far every film franchise for Batman has include the Clown Prince of Crime. Cesar Romero, Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, the voice of Mark Hamill and Jared Leto are the names that have voiced, or played, The Joker in the past. Along with the obvious differences, each of them had been molded to compliment the Batman of the time. What would happen if we put Gotham and these two characters in a present time with modern-day problems? Would Batman's style of vigilante justice still work in our day and age? Would he even still be a hero?
Enter DC Comic's Batman: White Knight by writer illustrator Sean Murphy. In his comic book mini series that is set to be released...
- 7/10/2017
- by Emmanuel Gomez
- LRMonline.com
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While DC has done a pretty good job of getting us excited for all the various tie-ins set to orbit their next major event, that doesn’t mean we’ve taken our eyes off Dark Nights: Metal itself. Aside from having the appeal that comes with uniting the fan favorite creative team of writer Scott Snyder and artist Greg Capullo going for it, there’s also the fact that they’re building upon everything they established on their definitive Batman run, in addition to taking advantage of the veritable treasure trove that is the DC Universe as a whole.
Come to think of it, Snyder already gave us that impression with the first of two Dark Days one-shots serving as prelude, so we can only wait with bated breath to see how far into the...
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While DC has done a pretty good job of getting us excited for all the various tie-ins set to orbit their next major event, that doesn’t mean we’ve taken our eyes off Dark Nights: Metal itself. Aside from having the appeal that comes with uniting the fan favorite creative team of writer Scott Snyder and artist Greg Capullo going for it, there’s also the fact that they’re building upon everything they established on their definitive Batman run, in addition to taking advantage of the veritable treasure trove that is the DC Universe as a whole.
Come to think of it, Snyder already gave us that impression with the first of two Dark Days one-shots serving as prelude, so we can only wait with bated breath to see how far into the...
- 7/7/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Ah, the carefree days of 2011. Charlie Sheen was "winning," Bridesmaids made poop jokes fun again, and Harry Potter was ending with Deathly Hallows, Part 2. All in all, it was a solid year. DC, and later Marvel, would be shaking up the comics world with a total reboot of their line of comic books in an event called the New 52. What a concept!
Fast forward five years later and DC would have to once again reboot their comics after the New 52 came crashing down under the weight of poor reviews, lagging sales, and angry fans. Superman wasn't working, the Justice League was dull, and what were they thinking on Flash? But like a boy band, sometimes even bad ensembles have good individual pieces. Jeff Lemire would take the virtually-unknown Animal Man and make a competent, complex hero out of him, while also launching Lemire into the upper stratosphere of comic book virtuosos.
Fast forward five years later and DC would have to once again reboot their comics after the New 52 came crashing down under the weight of poor reviews, lagging sales, and angry fans. Superman wasn't working, the Justice League was dull, and what were they thinking on Flash? But like a boy band, sometimes even bad ensembles have good individual pieces. Jeff Lemire would take the virtually-unknown Animal Man and make a competent, complex hero out of him, while also launching Lemire into the upper stratosphere of comic book virtuosos.
- 7/5/2017
- by Brian Jasper
- LRMonline.com
By now, it’s probably safe to say that just about everybody keeping up with DC is pumped for the release of Dark Nights: Metal, which not only serves as the publisher’s next major event, but also happens to be the highly anticipated reunion of writer Scott Snyder and artist Greg Capullo. And if it’s anywhere near as good as the prelude one-shot that was Dark Days: The Forge #1 (you can read our five-star review here), well, then we might be in for a ride every bit as thrilling as their legendary run on Batman.
But, as more details have slowly come to light, it’s quickly become apparent as to how far-reaching this tale will be. Sure, such a thing is to be expected of major events, but you never know when the publisher intends on a limited series being more self-contained or if it’ll be as grandiose as,...
But, as more details have slowly come to light, it’s quickly become apparent as to how far-reaching this tale will be. Sure, such a thing is to be expected of major events, but you never know when the publisher intends on a limited series being more self-contained or if it’ll be as grandiose as,...
- 7/3/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Is it just us, or is there an undeniable appeal to seeing futuristic takes on Batman? When phrasing it like that, you’re probably immediately picturing Terry McGinnis in your mind – which is perfectly okay because Batman Beyond is amazingly awesome – but we’re actually referring to those “what if?” type scenarios that depict a grizzled Dark Knight in his twilight years.
So, if you’re a fan of works such as Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns (and possibly its two sequels) or even Paul Pope’s Batman: Year 100, then you’re definitely going to want to pay attention because Sean Gordon Murphy has been cooking up something for a while now that sounds like it could be placed among that ilk.
Before we get ahead of ourselves, we’ll offer a gentle reminder that you’ll next see him visit Gotham City in a tale to be written by Scott Snyder, which, as we recently learned, will no longer be told within the confines of All-Star Batman, but rather, will be used as a launching point for some yet unnamed new initiative from DC.
Once that’s out of the way, we can expect to enjoy an eight-issue limited series written and illustrated by Murphy himself. Funnily enough, he referenced the aforementioned titles, according to Cbr:
“The Batman book I’m doing alone will be my ‘Dk’ and my ‘Year 100, an Elseworld-like take on Batman. My attempt at an opus.”
And although, he’ll be utilizing many of Batman‘s greatest villains, a recent Twitter teaser (seen at the top) promised a “Joker like you’ve never seen him” and, from the caption offered below, it sounds like we may see a different side to the Clown Prince of Crime.
A friend of mine has a crush on Joker, but she feels bad because he's evil. My Batman story makes it Ok to have a crush on Joker! pic.twitter.com/rcqTEZt1Po
— Sean Gordon Murphy (@Sean_G_Murphy) June 21, 2017...
So, if you’re a fan of works such as Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns (and possibly its two sequels) or even Paul Pope’s Batman: Year 100, then you’re definitely going to want to pay attention because Sean Gordon Murphy has been cooking up something for a while now that sounds like it could be placed among that ilk.
Before we get ahead of ourselves, we’ll offer a gentle reminder that you’ll next see him visit Gotham City in a tale to be written by Scott Snyder, which, as we recently learned, will no longer be told within the confines of All-Star Batman, but rather, will be used as a launching point for some yet unnamed new initiative from DC.
Once that’s out of the way, we can expect to enjoy an eight-issue limited series written and illustrated by Murphy himself. Funnily enough, he referenced the aforementioned titles, according to Cbr:
“The Batman book I’m doing alone will be my ‘Dk’ and my ‘Year 100, an Elseworld-like take on Batman. My attempt at an opus.”
And although, he’ll be utilizing many of Batman‘s greatest villains, a recent Twitter teaser (seen at the top) promised a “Joker like you’ve never seen him” and, from the caption offered below, it sounds like we may see a different side to the Clown Prince of Crime.
A friend of mine has a crush on Joker, but she feels bad because he's evil. My Batman story makes it Ok to have a crush on Joker! pic.twitter.com/rcqTEZt1Po
— Sean Gordon Murphy (@Sean_G_Murphy) June 21, 2017...
- 6/22/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Batman needs no introduction. Created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger in 1939, the Caped Crusader is one of the three members of the Holy Trinity of Comic Book Characters (along with Spider-Man and Superman). His origin is as well-known as he is, having been portrayed many, many times in comic books, television and movies. He is even perhaps more relevant today than ever: he is the central character in Warner Brothers' Dceu movie universe, his comic book is regularly DC's best selling, and a younger version of him is a central character on a Fox television show. We live, so to speak, in a world of Batman, but is that coming to an end? Recent events in the Batman comics have caused many to wonder if Batman is finally looking to retire, hanging up the cape and cowl once and for all.
DC's Batman comic is perhaps its flagship title. During the recent, and abysmal, New 52 series relaunch, Batman -- written by Scott Snyder -- was the only DC comic to consistently wow its audience, adding to the canon along the way. Following the demise of the New 52, Batman was handed over to one of the hottest rising stars in comics, Tom King, and the book has still amazed. During both runs, Snyder and King haven't hesitated to change the status quo. In the last several years for instance, Batman has started a 'bat family' of affiliated superheroes, a new faction of villains known as the Court of Owls reconfigured the Gotham landscape, and Joker cut his own face off. Batman seemingly died, but quickly returned with amnesia, while Commissioner Gordon took over as a mech-driving version of the Dark Knight, albeit temporarily. If this all sounds incredibly silly, it is, but in a way that let readers see Batman in a whole new light and which has transformed the World's Greatest Detective in often subtle, but impactful ways.
Cue The Button and a Spoiler Alert:
This recent four-issue miniseries starred our favorite hero alongside the Flash as they investigated the appearance of a happy face button. If you don't know your comics, it is a reference to perhaps the greatest single book of all time, Watchmen. Without getting into the weeds here, it's the kind of big deal which led Batman and Flash through a multi-dimension-spanning adventure -- and that's where things get interesting.
In one of these dimensions, Batman meets his father. Only in this dimension (stay with me), Thomas Wayne became Batman after *Bruce Wayne* died. Like our own Batman, Thomas Wayne finds it difficult to be happy and, as our Batman leaves, he implores his son-from-another-dimension to give up being Batman. Only a scant few issues later, Bruce Wayne -- our Batman -- does indeed heavily contemplate these words.
It doesn't end there. We catch back up with our hero in Batman #24, and things get even more interesting. In it, Batman admits to his latest protege, a heroine known as Gotham Girl, that he isn't happy being Batman, he just is Batman. He then follows this up with a twist. Batman locates Catwoman, soars across the city skyline for a bit, and then proposes to her.
Taken together, Batman's refusal to answer the bat signal, his unhappiness, and his proposal to Catwoman, it definitely seems like Bruce Wayne is looking for a change in his life. I understand that marriage and a moment of self-reflection don't automatically equate to retirement, but Snyder and King seem to be pushing the idea. Remember earlier when I said that Batman temporarily had amnesia? It took more than just his memory returning to spur him back into the costume. He had to be convinced that Gotham needed him, or face imminent destruction. When Batman meets Gotham Girl, we quickly learn that she has foreseen an end to our favorite hero. In an interview with Newsarama, writer Tom King stated:
"Yeah, this comes from Scott Snyder, who's probably going to kill me for sharing this. But he's one of my best friends, and he gave me this great advice. And he got the advice from Grant Morrison, who said, when you're writing Batman, you know, you're going to have a run on Batman and you have to give him a birth, and you have to give him a death...That's your responsibility as a writer."
Is this a literal death, or the end of the character as we know it? (Heck, with comics, it can be both.) Whatever it is, we know that Batman is not long for this world. Buckle up and enjoy the ride!
What do you think? Is Batman set for retirement? Death? Let us know in the comments down below!
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DC's Batman comic is perhaps its flagship title. During the recent, and abysmal, New 52 series relaunch, Batman -- written by Scott Snyder -- was the only DC comic to consistently wow its audience, adding to the canon along the way. Following the demise of the New 52, Batman was handed over to one of the hottest rising stars in comics, Tom King, and the book has still amazed. During both runs, Snyder and King haven't hesitated to change the status quo. In the last several years for instance, Batman has started a 'bat family' of affiliated superheroes, a new faction of villains known as the Court of Owls reconfigured the Gotham landscape, and Joker cut his own face off. Batman seemingly died, but quickly returned with amnesia, while Commissioner Gordon took over as a mech-driving version of the Dark Knight, albeit temporarily. If this all sounds incredibly silly, it is, but in a way that let readers see Batman in a whole new light and which has transformed the World's Greatest Detective in often subtle, but impactful ways.
Cue The Button and a Spoiler Alert:
This recent four-issue miniseries starred our favorite hero alongside the Flash as they investigated the appearance of a happy face button. If you don't know your comics, it is a reference to perhaps the greatest single book of all time, Watchmen. Without getting into the weeds here, it's the kind of big deal which led Batman and Flash through a multi-dimension-spanning adventure -- and that's where things get interesting.
In one of these dimensions, Batman meets his father. Only in this dimension (stay with me), Thomas Wayne became Batman after *Bruce Wayne* died. Like our own Batman, Thomas Wayne finds it difficult to be happy and, as our Batman leaves, he implores his son-from-another-dimension to give up being Batman. Only a scant few issues later, Bruce Wayne -- our Batman -- does indeed heavily contemplate these words.
It doesn't end there. We catch back up with our hero in Batman #24, and things get even more interesting. In it, Batman admits to his latest protege, a heroine known as Gotham Girl, that he isn't happy being Batman, he just is Batman. He then follows this up with a twist. Batman locates Catwoman, soars across the city skyline for a bit, and then proposes to her.
Taken together, Batman's refusal to answer the bat signal, his unhappiness, and his proposal to Catwoman, it definitely seems like Bruce Wayne is looking for a change in his life. I understand that marriage and a moment of self-reflection don't automatically equate to retirement, but Snyder and King seem to be pushing the idea. Remember earlier when I said that Batman temporarily had amnesia? It took more than just his memory returning to spur him back into the costume. He had to be convinced that Gotham needed him, or face imminent destruction. When Batman meets Gotham Girl, we quickly learn that she has foreseen an end to our favorite hero. In an interview with Newsarama, writer Tom King stated:
"Yeah, this comes from Scott Snyder, who's probably going to kill me for sharing this. But he's one of my best friends, and he gave me this great advice. And he got the advice from Grant Morrison, who said, when you're writing Batman, you know, you're going to have a run on Batman and you have to give him a birth, and you have to give him a death...That's your responsibility as a writer."
Is this a literal death, or the end of the character as we know it? (Heck, with comics, it can be both.) Whatever it is, we know that Batman is not long for this world. Buckle up and enjoy the ride!
What do you think? Is Batman set for retirement? Death? Let us know in the comments down below!
Don't forget to share this post on your Facebook wall and with your Twitter followers! Just hit the buttons on the top of this page.
Source: Newsarama
Lrm You're going to want to see this one! #BabyDriverMovie https://t.co/UEXb8wJgFe about 11 minutes ago...
- 6/21/2017
- by Brian Jasper
- LRMonline.com
Knowing that his recently concluded “I am Bane” story arc was nothing short of awesome, expectations are high for Tom King’s next planned epic, “The War of Jokes and Riddles,” that’s set to span eight issues. Well, barring a two-issue interlude, of course.
With that, the current guiding hand of the Dark Knight’s flagship book, Batman, appeared on the most recent episode of the DC All Access web series in order to get the hype train moving for the opening salvo. If you’ve been keeping up with the title, then you’re well aware of how King shook it to the core two weeks ago by having the Caped Crusader proposing to Catwoman.
But before he can grapnel down the aisle, it appears that Batman must get something off his chest, something that “damaged him forever.” In fact, “so much that he’s never talked about it.
With that, the current guiding hand of the Dark Knight’s flagship book, Batman, appeared on the most recent episode of the DC All Access web series in order to get the hype train moving for the opening salvo. If you’ve been keeping up with the title, then you’re well aware of how King shook it to the core two weeks ago by having the Caped Crusader proposing to Catwoman.
But before he can grapnel down the aisle, it appears that Batman must get something off his chest, something that “damaged him forever.” In fact, “so much that he’s never talked about it.
- 6/20/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Written by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV | Art by Andy Kubert, John Romita | Published by DC Comics
Dark Days: The Forge #1 is a glorified zero issue that lays major groundwork for the upcoming Metal event that will be impacting nearly all DC comics this upcoming summer. Much is revealed in this issue that will have many fans asking some major questions. The issue, however, is if you are not very familiar with DC lore prior to The New 52 you may be left confused by nearly everything this is showcased in this book. Clearly, something major is going on and this is the very beginning. For some it may be a better choice just to wait until it gets fully started.
Long lasting DC fans that have loved stories like Crisis on Infinite Earths and even The Dark Knight Strikes Again will certainly have a lot to be excited about.
Dark Days: The Forge #1 is a glorified zero issue that lays major groundwork for the upcoming Metal event that will be impacting nearly all DC comics this upcoming summer. Much is revealed in this issue that will have many fans asking some major questions. The issue, however, is if you are not very familiar with DC lore prior to The New 52 you may be left confused by nearly everything this is showcased in this book. Clearly, something major is going on and this is the very beginning. For some it may be a better choice just to wait until it gets fully started.
Long lasting DC fans that have loved stories like Crisis on Infinite Earths and even The Dark Knight Strikes Again will certainly have a lot to be excited about.
- 6/19/2017
- by Dan Clark
- Nerdly
Since 2010, Scott Snyder has continually amazed readers with various stories featuring the Dark Knight that have since been deemed modern classics, a few of which were The Black Mirror, The Court of Owls, Death of the Family and Endgame. Not only did each prove to be incredible reads, but they also generously added something significant to Batman’s enduring mythology.
So, when Snyder’s much lauded run on Batman with Greg Capullo ended, fans understandably panicked. Thankfully, the superstar scribe has continued on, only with various other top tier artists in tow in the pages of All-Star Batman. And like many of you out there, we can’t help but give the series top marks whether it be in periodicals or trade paperback.
But, as you know, all good things must come to an end at some point, and the plug is being pulled on this particular title with issue #14 this fall.
So, when Snyder’s much lauded run on Batman with Greg Capullo ended, fans understandably panicked. Thankfully, the superstar scribe has continued on, only with various other top tier artists in tow in the pages of All-Star Batman. And like many of you out there, we can’t help but give the series top marks whether it be in periodicals or trade paperback.
But, as you know, all good things must come to an end at some point, and the plug is being pulled on this particular title with issue #14 this fall.
- 6/16/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
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Although we’re still several weeks away from the arrival of Dark Days: The Casting #1, the next stop on the road to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much anticipated reunion that is Dark Nights: Metal, DC is intent on keeping the hype train going by releasing several more preview images.
Not long ago, the publisher teased us with a few uncolored interiors and variant covers taken from the one-shot and, in a repeat of sorts, we have a similar set of offerings to present you with today. This time, however, we have Jim Lee’s standard cover to go along with the batch, in addition to what appears to be a trade ad with some words from co-writer Snyder as he tries to convince us to buy the book. But,...
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Although we’re still several weeks away from the arrival of Dark Days: The Casting #1, the next stop on the road to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much anticipated reunion that is Dark Nights: Metal, DC is intent on keeping the hype train going by releasing several more preview images.
Not long ago, the publisher teased us with a few uncolored interiors and variant covers taken from the one-shot and, in a repeat of sorts, we have a similar set of offerings to present you with today. This time, however, we have Jim Lee’s standard cover to go along with the batch, in addition to what appears to be a trade ad with some words from co-writer Snyder as he tries to convince us to buy the book. But,...
- 6/16/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
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If the quality boasted by the freshly released one-shot Dark Days: The Forge #1 is any indication of how good Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much publicized reunion, Dark Nights: Metal, will be, then I think it’s safe to say we’re about to bear witness to a story that’ll be talked about for decades to come.
So, aside from already receiving hints at how deep Snyder is willing to go when it comes to utilizing the rich history DC has to offer, in addition to knowing how this is set to be the vanguard of the new Dark Matter imprint, it should come as no surprise that a slew of tie-ins are slated to arrive this fall.
Not long ago, Snyder himself hinted at a “dark multiverse” that would no...
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If the quality boasted by the freshly released one-shot Dark Days: The Forge #1 is any indication of how good Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much publicized reunion, Dark Nights: Metal, will be, then I think it’s safe to say we’re about to bear witness to a story that’ll be talked about for decades to come.
So, aside from already receiving hints at how deep Snyder is willing to go when it comes to utilizing the rich history DC has to offer, in addition to knowing how this is set to be the vanguard of the new Dark Matter imprint, it should come as no surprise that a slew of tie-ins are slated to arrive this fall.
Not long ago, Snyder himself hinted at a “dark multiverse” that would no...
- 6/16/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
DC Entertainment's comic book universe is about to deal with an infestation of bats — bad bats.
As part of the upcoming Dark Nights: Metal comic book storyline by best-selling creative team Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo, the world of the Justice League will be visited by a number of evil versions of Batman from alternate realities, each intending to wreak havoc on everything around them, but especially Gotham City — and seven newly announced one-shot comic books will show how the world deals with them.
Released across September, October and November, the one-off titles are Batman: The Red Death,...
As part of the upcoming Dark Nights: Metal comic book storyline by best-selling creative team Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo, the world of the Justice League will be visited by a number of evil versions of Batman from alternate realities, each intending to wreak havoc on everything around them, but especially Gotham City — and seven newly announced one-shot comic books will show how the world deals with them.
Released across September, October and November, the one-off titles are Batman: The Red Death,...
- 6/16/2017
- by Graeme McMillan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Although we’re all still reeling from having seen Batman proposing to Catwoman, we’re invariably going to have to move forward next week – or backward, if we’re going to get technical. You see, with issue #25 we’ll be going back in time, specifically to the period following the events of Zero Year, with “The War of Jokes and Riddles.”
From that title, you can no doubt deduce that Tom King’s next major story arc will include Joker and Riddler, who’ll be engaging in a three-sided battle with the Dark Knight himself. And despite Scott Snyder recently having said that the mystery of there being three Jokers is Geoff Johns’ story to tell, we can’t help but wonder if there’ll be an Easter egg to be spotted within this particular tale.
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Although we’re all still reeling from having seen Batman proposing to Catwoman, we’re invariably going to have to move forward next week – or backward, if we’re going to get technical. You see, with issue #25 we’ll be going back in time, specifically to the period following the events of Zero Year, with “The War of Jokes and Riddles.”
From that title, you can no doubt deduce that Tom King’s next major story arc will include Joker and Riddler, who’ll be engaging in a three-sided battle with the Dark Knight himself. And despite Scott Snyder recently having said that the mystery of there being three Jokers is Geoff Johns’ story to tell, we can’t help but wonder if there’ll be an Easter egg to be spotted within this particular tale.
- 6/15/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
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Although it technically reared its head in the twilight of the New 52 within the pages of Justice League #50, the mystery surrounding there being three Jokers has undoubtedly been one of the most confounding situations looming over the Rebirth era. Shockingly, the Clown Prince of Crime has been largely absent in that time span, but it’s come to light that he’s set to play a crucial role in Dark Days.
If you’ve read the first of two one-shots leading into Dark Nights: Metal, The Forge, then you’re well aware of it not only being a masterclass in modern comic book storytelling, but that there’s a clear reason why we haven’t seen the Joker in so long: Batman has been keeping him in a secret cell in the Batcave.
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Although it technically reared its head in the twilight of the New 52 within the pages of Justice League #50, the mystery surrounding there being three Jokers has undoubtedly been one of the most confounding situations looming over the Rebirth era. Shockingly, the Clown Prince of Crime has been largely absent in that time span, but it’s come to light that he’s set to play a crucial role in Dark Days.
If you’ve read the first of two one-shots leading into Dark Nights: Metal, The Forge, then you’re well aware of it not only being a masterclass in modern comic book storytelling, but that there’s a clear reason why we haven’t seen the Joker in so long: Batman has been keeping him in a secret cell in the Batcave.
- 6/14/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
This review contains minor spoilers.
Holy heavy metal, Batman! Dark Days: The Forge #1 is a serious game changer here. DC’s done a few big events this year, but nothing – I reiterate, nothing – can prepare you for the sheer awesomeness of this issue. Just this book alone answers a host of questions we’ve had for generations, and undoubtedly touches upon the future of the universe.
How best can I sum up this issue without spoiling everything? Well, true to its premise, this story is all about metal – more specifically, Thanagarian Nth metal. Not only do we get a brief history of how this element influenced Hawkman and Hawkgirl’s origins, but we also see hints of its importance to Doctor Fate’s helmet, Aquaman’s trident and Wonder Woman’s bracelets. Additionally, we discover how it ties into the Court of Owls and the resurrection of the Talons.
Holy heavy metal, Batman! Dark Days: The Forge #1 is a serious game changer here. DC’s done a few big events this year, but nothing – I reiterate, nothing – can prepare you for the sheer awesomeness of this issue. Just this book alone answers a host of questions we’ve had for generations, and undoubtedly touches upon the future of the universe.
How best can I sum up this issue without spoiling everything? Well, true to its premise, this story is all about metal – more specifically, Thanagarian Nth metal. Not only do we get a brief history of how this element influenced Hawkman and Hawkgirl’s origins, but we also see hints of its importance to Doctor Fate’s helmet, Aquaman’s trident and Wonder Woman’s bracelets. Additionally, we discover how it ties into the Court of Owls and the resurrection of the Talons.
- 6/14/2017
- by Sergio Pereira
- We Got This Covered
Hello again, and welcome to the recently resurrected Panel Discussion. I’m Kieran, and every week I’m going to go through some of the best comics of the week to give you an idea what you should pick up that you might have missed. This is another stacked week with some fantastic first issues and great jumping on points for books you might be behind on, so let’s take a look at what’s on offer.
The massive release this week, the one everyone is going to be talking about, is Dark Days: The Forge #1 from DC Comics by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Jim Lee, Andy Kubert and John Romita Jr. This is an absolute must-read for DC Comics die-hards, and while I won’t spoil anything here, so much happens in this one comic that sets up the future of both Snyder and Greg Capullo...
The massive release this week, the one everyone is going to be talking about, is Dark Days: The Forge #1 from DC Comics by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Jim Lee, Andy Kubert and John Romita Jr. This is an absolute must-read for DC Comics die-hards, and while I won’t spoil anything here, so much happens in this one comic that sets up the future of both Snyder and Greg Capullo...
- 6/14/2017
- by Kieran Shiach
- Nerdly
It's my theory that dream teams exist in every form of media. In the realm of comic books you have collaborative efforts the likes of Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo (Batman), Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie (Wicked + Divine), and Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples (Saga) that have served to create some of the mediums most memorable stories of modern times. When it comes to music, there exists a... Read More...
- 6/8/2017
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
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Earlier today, we brought you a detailed look at Dark Days: The Forge #1, the first of two one-shots on the road to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much publicized reunion that’ll arrive later this summer in the form of Dark Nights: Metal. Well, thanks to DC, we’re now able to follow up on that in very short order with a first look at Dark Days: The Casting #1.
And while it has nothing to do with couches, The Casting captures our attention by simply having the Joker as a featured antagonist. Yes, we’re very intrigued to see how the groundwork for Metal will be laid, but when you consider that the Clown Prince of Crime has been largely absent since Rebirth kicked off one year ago,...
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Earlier today, we brought you a detailed look at Dark Days: The Forge #1, the first of two one-shots on the road to Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much publicized reunion that’ll arrive later this summer in the form of Dark Nights: Metal. Well, thanks to DC, we’re now able to follow up on that in very short order with a first look at Dark Days: The Casting #1.
And while it has nothing to do with couches, The Casting captures our attention by simply having the Joker as a featured antagonist. Yes, we’re very intrigued to see how the groundwork for Metal will be laid, but when you consider that the Clown Prince of Crime has been largely absent since Rebirth kicked off one year ago,...
- 6/5/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
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By now, you’re no doubt aware of Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much publicized reunion that’s set to commence later this summer in the form of Dark Nights: Metal. But before we’re able to get there, we have a couple of stops to make with some prelude one-shots, the first of which is that of Dark Days: The Forge #1.
Being well aware of the fact that not everyone decides to invest in preludes and tie-ins, I’ve elected to remind those reading this of the creators DC has tasked for the offering, affirming that this is nothing to be skipped. Aside from being co-written by Snyder and James Tynion IV, art will be provided by the likes of Jim Lee, Andy Kubert and John Romita Jr. Now, do...
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By now, you’re no doubt aware of Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s much publicized reunion that’s set to commence later this summer in the form of Dark Nights: Metal. But before we’re able to get there, we have a couple of stops to make with some prelude one-shots, the first of which is that of Dark Days: The Forge #1.
Being well aware of the fact that not everyone decides to invest in preludes and tie-ins, I’ve elected to remind those reading this of the creators DC has tasked for the offering, affirming that this is nothing to be skipped. Aside from being co-written by Snyder and James Tynion IV, art will be provided by the likes of Jim Lee, Andy Kubert and John Romita Jr. Now, do...
- 6/5/2017
- by Eric Joseph
- We Got This Covered
The tiny ghouls from Little Devils: The Birth return with Shivers Entertainment's DVD and VHS release of the 1993 cult film, and we have official details on the re-release in today's Horror Highlights, which also includes details on the Wytches comic coming to Image+ magazine, clips from The Drifter, and the trailer for Landing Lake.
Little Devils: The Birth Re-Release: Press Release: "Victoria, British Columbia: Canadian film distributor Shivers Entertainment is set to launch evil upon the world! Their latest launch is a re-release of director George Pavlou (Rawhead Rex, Transmutations) and writer Elliott Stein’s Little Devils: The Birth. Originally released in 1993, Shivers will make this iconic Canadian filmwork available through a limited DVD and VHS release. Items will be limited as gargoyles emerge from Hell, one last time!
The film’s story begins when a scientist, Dr. Lionel (Wayne McNamara, Psycho Pike), makes a trip to Hell and returns with a strange ooze.
Little Devils: The Birth Re-Release: Press Release: "Victoria, British Columbia: Canadian film distributor Shivers Entertainment is set to launch evil upon the world! Their latest launch is a re-release of director George Pavlou (Rawhead Rex, Transmutations) and writer Elliott Stein’s Little Devils: The Birth. Originally released in 1993, Shivers will make this iconic Canadian filmwork available through a limited DVD and VHS release. Items will be limited as gargoyles emerge from Hell, one last time!
The film’s story begins when a scientist, Dr. Lionel (Wayne McNamara, Psycho Pike), makes a trip to Hell and returns with a strange ooze.
- 5/26/2017
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
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