Every Wednesday is new comic book day, so I thought Thursdays would be a great day to pick about five comics that week and do mini reviews. This could include Lion Forge titles, but most Catalyst Prime stuff will get it’s own day, and full reviews.
Since last week was San Diego Comic-Con, I’ll be reviewing a mix of comics from this week, and last week. So, here we go!
1) Valkyrie: Jane Foster (Marvel)
Written by: Jason Aaron and Al Ewing
Art by: Cafu
I’ve always had a place in my heart for Valkyrie, but of course not this Valkyrie. This Valkyrie is new, and Jane Foster. I don’t hate Jane or anything, she’s just not the Valkyrie I know. However, I had to try and give this series a go and I was pleasantly impressed.
The writing was amazing, funny where it had to be and serious when needed. Jane’s weapon is cool, and her supporting cast seems very interesting, so far. The art is also beautiful, same for the coloring as well. I’m excited for issue two, as it teases an unexpected bad guy for Jane. I will say, I’ll miss the Valkyrie I knew, though she does show up in this issue, it’s sad to lose a queer superhero. Here’s hoping she will show up more!
4/5
2) Vampirella #1 (Dynamite Comics)
Written by: Christopher Priest
Art by: Ergün Gündüz
Vampirella has been a favorite of mine for a long time. My favorite run, under Dynamite, has to be Nancy Collins run from a bit ago. It had everything, from mystery to action. The two runs that followed added some exciting stuff to her mythos, including her pansexuality. I love Christopher Priest’s work, it always gives you something to think about, so I had to give this new series a run, and I was so not disappointed!
This issue is a bit different then what Vampi fans are use to, but in a good way. Priest has an compelling story on his hands, and even puts in some themes that I can wait to see flushed out. I love that he has used old Vampi mythos and enemies, while taking his own spin on them and on what Vampi has to deal with. He clearly did his research. The art is also amazing, I wasn’t sure st first, in the previews, but they really did pick the right person for the job. This issue has the right amount of action and set up.
5/5
3) Sera & the Royal Stars (Vault Comics)
Written by: Jon Tsuei
Art by: Audrey Mok
Fantasy is not normally my thing. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I love a good game of D&D, but in media it’s not normally a go to of mine. However, this stunning cover pulled me in when I first saw it, and I had to add it to my pull list. The art inside is just as good, and that within itself makes it worth the pick up, but the amazing writing is just icing on this cake!
The characters and the world setting seem super fascinating. It’s like a strange mix of D&D and Prince of Persia. The action is amazing and the lore really sets itself up this issue. I HIGHLY recommend this series, even to the non-fantasy fans, like me.
4.5/5
4) Resonant (Vault Comics)
Written by: David Brian Andry
Art by: Ale Aragon
Another Vault comic, those guys are killing it over there. This one is way more up my alley. If you know me, you know I love horror and murder mysteries. And this fits straight into the horror side of me. This one takes place in a world where evil seems to have taken over and can make anyone lose their mind. It has an riveting premise, that is done in a new and spooky way.
The characters seem super cool, and the story seems to deal with family, which I love! The art is loose, but really fits the style of the book and just adds more to the horror level. I really can’t wait to see how this one grows.
4/5
5) Blade Runner 2019 (Titan Comics)
Written by: Michael Green Mike Johnson
Art by: Andres Guinaldo
Ah, a good old detective story. But this one is set in world of Blade Runner. It may be 2019, but it isn’t our 2019. Blade Runner is such an engrossing world, though I’m not as verse in it as I would like to be. Seen the first one a few time, and the newest one once. I didn’t really care for the new one that much, but I love this issue.
Ash, the runner, is amazing. She seems cold, like an old school detective, and it looks like she even has her secrets. The set up for this story is also amazing. It looks like it will have some fun twists and turns, just like any mystery should. Can’t wait for the next issue.
4.5/5
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