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Batman, The Dark Knight Of The World

With all six-issues of Return Of Bruce Wayne completed. Grant Morrison has revealed the story of Bruce coming back from five time lines, and finally arriving in modern times. Now since this event is over do you know what got Bruce Wayne to this point? Well now is your chance to get the inside news on Bruce; going from Dark Knight Of Gotham City, to Dark Knight of the World!

All of this started in Grant Morrison’ s Batman R.I.P., Batman #676. When Bruce was about to battle the insane criminal Dr. Hurt, he was going to destroy Bruce’s entire legacy that he has created over the years. When you think of Dr. Hurt you think of two things: 1) Dr. Hurt has an insane criminal mind like Batman’s other greatest opponent, the Joker. Dr. Hurt will go to great lengths to corrupt Batman and make him fall into madness. However, the Dark Knight has been training his mind for years to never cross the line. 2) Hurt is almost the dark reflection of Batman. While he constantly tries to convince Bruce that he is Thomas Wayne back from the dead, he can also be Bruce’s dark reflection in a cracked mirror.

Red Hood: The Lost Days #6 – Review

A lot more was expected from “Red Hood: The Lost Days.” As a whole, this series had an interesting story that could have been more thoroughly explored and there was a growing need each issue for better artwork. There were a few moments that were very powerful. This issue failed to have any of them. It is possibly the worst issue in the entire mini-series.

The lost days of the Red Hood have come to an end. Jason has finally tracked down the Joker and he aims to make him pay for killing him by burning the Joker alive! Will Batman be too late to save his mortal enemy, or will Jason have his revenge?

Secret Warriors – Night #20-21 Review

It’s not often that I’m disappointed by Secret Warriors or Jonathan Hickman, but with the latest volume of Secret Warriors – Night – I find the brilliance of the story lost in mediocre art and bland coloring. You would think that a book of its caliber and a writer of his stature would beckon a superstar artist to be permanently attached to the series. Instead there has been little consistency to the series and Marvel takes a page out of DC’s “Horrible Idea’s” book and throws not one but two artists onto the title to presumably keep up with Hickman’s scripts.

Superman Earth One – Review

He’s the man that upholds Truth, Justice and The American Way. He was the first, and is the most recognizable hero. Just seeing his symbol alone can give hope and make you believe that anything is possible. He is the Kryptonian: Superman. Honestly, I always try to give this guy a chance, (maybe because I was awed as a child) so when I heard of another revamp I picked this up with much enthusiasm. I was not completely let down, but neither was I awestruck with this book.

This book starts with the beginning. It follows Clark Kent moving to Metropolis in search of something to do with his life. After trying his hand at a few things and passing expectations with all he does he is still unsatisfied. Whilst discovering his past from his ship, Earth is invaded by a fleet of alien ships commanded by alien Tyrell, claiming he is searching for someone and is holding the planet hostage and Clark must decide to save or hide.

“S” Is For… Sequel

Superman: Earth One graphic novel written by J. Michael Straczynski and artwork by Shane Davis was the #1 bestseller in New York Times as a graphic novel. So there is no doubt that the creative team that made Superman’s modern origin story well also have a sequel! News was released to day that J. Michael Straczynski is starting to write the next adventure for the Man Of Steel.

While it’s still to early too talk about a, release date, artwork duties, and story DC Comics talked to co-publishers Dan DiDio and Jim Lee about Superman: Earth One.

Hack/Slash Goes Monthly

Since coming to Image Comics, Tim Seeley’s HACK/SLASH has been more popular than ever, with sold out printings of the first two HACK/SLASH omnibuses and the success of HACK/SLASH: MY FIRST MANIAC, the four-issue miniseries that inaugurated the series’ move to Image. In February, HACK/SLASH returns with an all-new monthly series written by creator Tim Seeley and drawn by MY FIRST MANIAC artist Dan Leister. Which in my opinion is a very good thing, read the review for the first issue of MY FIRST MANIAC here.

Soldier Zero #2 – 8 Page Preview

Hot off the heels of the first issues success, Boom! has released an eight page preview of the second issue of Soldier Zero #2 out next week. BOOM!’s all-time bestseller STAN LEE’S SOLDIER ZERO #1 leave you wanting more? You’re in luck! Stan Lee and BOOM! Studios bring you a special sneak peek at STAN LEE’S SOLDIER ZERO #2 hitting store shelves next Wednesday, November 17, 2010! Preview today, get your copy next week!