(Marvel Comics, 2014)
Written by Rick Remender
Artwork by Adam Kubert
Color Artwork by Laura Martin
Lettering by Chris Eliopoulos
Continuity geeks rejoice! We have finally been rewarded for all of our unyielding adherence to past events and the effects they have had collectively and individually on the Marvel Universe. Rick Remender’s big nine issue event spins directly out of the last issue of his Uncanny Avengers Continue reading
(Archaia, 2014)
Story by Arash Amel
Written by Marguerite Bennett
Illustrated by Antonio Fuso
Colored by Adam Guzowski
Lettered by Steve Wands
Cover by Phil Noto
*Major Spoilage…you’ve been warned.
As I’ve gotten more involved with the comic industry, and more vigilant on the entertainment industry as well, I’ve found it easier to watch trends. Most recently of course we saw Continue reading
Warning: Spoilers Imminent.
A whole new world.
There are a many absolute certainties in the world of comics, to name a few: Batman’s parents have to die, Gwen Stacy has to die, the whole freaking Planet Krypton has to die (Trend?), and an X-Men story is always bound to be as convoluted and unpredictable as the characters within it. Continue reading
(Image Comics / El Capitan, 2014)
Written, Drawn, & Lettered by David Lapham
David Lapham is one of the most versatile writers working in comicbooks today. His work runs the gamut from super hero stories to extremely poignant human drama but the one element that all of his writing has is common is great character development; perhaps best known for his Stray Bullets series or his substantial contribution to the Avatar schlock horror/porn series Crossed, Lapham has also brought his uniquely human narratives to some of the most iconic super heroes Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2014)
Written by Peter Milligan
Art by David Lafuente
Color Art by Laura Allred
Lettering by Clayton Cowles
Cover Art by Michael & Laura Allred
Variant Cover Art by Adi Granov
Throughout the midst of the entire Marvel Universe, there are some very peculiar characters that only surface every so often. One of those is none other than Doop. He is nothing more than a fun, little green floating orb that struggles with communicating and is best friends with Wolverine. The world should love Doop, but he is often misunderstood and unappreciated. Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2014)
Written by Ales Kot
Artwork by Michael Walsh
Color Artwork by Matthew Wilson
Lettering by Clayton Clowes
To say Marvel is on a roll would be the understatement of the century; they are not only on a roll, but on a roll that spans film, television and comic books. No other Marvel title ties all of those worlds together better than Continue reading
(IDW Publishing, 2014)
Writer: Frank Bill
Artist: Drew Moss
Colorist: Oliver Lee Arce
Editor: Sarah Gaydos
In 1989 I was fully in the thrall of the X-Men and Spider-Man, but there were other books out there, something mysterious called “indie” comics, that would shape my later life. 1994 saw the release of The Crow, the Brandon Lee film, and I was enthralled. It was a superhero movie. We were on the heels of Batman Returns Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2014)
Written by Cullen Bunn
Artwork by Gabriel Hernandez Walta
Color Artwork by Jordie Bellaire
Usually the announcement of another X-Men related solo series generates little to no excitement in my sphere of existence. I much prefer my X-Men in team form. When I heard that Magneto was going to be the next X-Men team member to get the solo treatment, however, I was more than interested. Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2014)
Written by James Robinson
Pencils by Leonard Kirk
Inked by Karl Kesel
Color Artwork by Jesus Aburtov
In the first issue of James Robinson’s Fantastic 4 there is a very obvious shift in tone to darker, somewhat more introspective terrain, particularly in contrast to Matt Fraction’s recently ended run which was much more action/ adventure oriented. The Fantastic Four has a very unique Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2014)
Written by James Robinson
Artwork by Steve Pugh
Color Artwork by GURU-eFX
Lettering by Cory Petit
When James Robinson left Earth 2 and effectively severed ties with DC, at least for the foreseeable future, I feared there would be an extended period of time without an on-going title being written by the outspoken and innovative Robinson. So when it was announced that the prolific writer was coming to Marvel I was ecstatic Continue reading
(Uthank Comics, 2013)
Review by Franco Romualdez
Written & Drawn by Garry Mac
I love science fiction. No other genre provides storytellers with such immense creative freedom. Some of the world’s greatest comic book heroes started out as, and are very much still products of science fiction. Some examples include the infamous Continue reading
(Valiant Entertainment, 2014)
Written by Joshua Dysart
Artwork by Clayton Henry
Color Artwork by Brian Reber
Welcome to “Resistance”. Leave your secrets at the door.
Over the course of its current run, ‘Harbinger’ has had a very strong ‘Us vs. Them’ vibe. What began as a simple tale of the possible-hero/maybe-saviour escaping the hard confines of Toyo Harada’a teachings at his Harbinger Foundation has, over time, become so much more. The vibe remains but it has focused Continue reading
The Couch Nerd – Updating the New Year!
What a pleasure to be back in 2014 at Bag and Bored! I am really looking forward this year for both personal and entertainment reasons. Personally, I will become a dad in the month of March! As far as entertainment, there are a million reasons to be pumped. Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2013)
Review by Shawn Warner
Written by Matt Fraction
Artwork by Olivier Coipel
Inks by Mark Morales
Color Artwork by Laura Martin ‘DePuy’
With Infinity just wrapping up many of you may be reluctant to jump right back into another event but I caution you, please do not miss out on Inhumanity and the major repercussions that are sure to be felt throughout the Marvel Universe Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2013)
Review by Shawn Warner
MAIN STORY:
Written by: Jason Aaron
Pencils by: Esad Ribic w/ Giuseppe Camuncoli
Finishes by: Andrew Currie & Tom Palmer
Color Artwork by: Ive Svorcina w/ Andres Mossa & GURU eFX
EPILOGUE ONE BY:
Jason Aaron, Guiseppe Camuncoli,
Andrew Currie & Matt Milla
EPILOGUE TWO BY:
Brian Wood, Kristopher Anka
& Matt Milla Continue reading
The Hellfire Saga Review (Sort of)
By Franco Romualdez
Collecting Wolverine and the X-Men #31-35
WRITTEN BY: Jason Aaron
ARTWORK BY: Nick Bradshaw, Walden Wong
COLOR ARTWORK BY: Laura Martin
Comic book storytelling at its finest.
Every so often a series comes around that hits all the right buttons. Continue reading
Review by Galen Garner
DIRECTED BY: James Mangold
SCREENPLAY BY: Mark Bomback, Scott Frank
STARRING: Hugh Jackman, Tao Okamota, Rila Fukushima, Hiroyuki Sanada
With the summer of blockbuster bombs that have decimated the silver screens of America, The Wolverine was a breath of fresh air to the smoke filled Hollywood backdrop. Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2013)
Review by Cory Thrall
WRITTEN BY: Brian Wood
PENCILS BY: Olivier Coipel
INKS BY: Mark Morales & Olivier Coipel
COLOR ARTWORK BY: Laura Martin
LETTERING BY: VC’s Joe Caramagna
This opening issue to Marvel’s newest X title – just “X-Men” this time around – is an interesting one, to say the least. What you might normally expect from a first issue, and especially an X title, is a huge opener with a ton of weight and characters to toss around, with huge villains and even larger problems. Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2013)
Review by Chris Ambrosio
Writer: Brian Michael Bendis
Illustrator: Bryan Hitch
Colors: Paul Mounts
Letters: Cory Petit
Editor: Tom Brevoort
I’m new to Bag and Board so go easy on me now guys, this is also my first review, you can say I’m a nooby. I’ve been looking forward to reading Age of Ultron for quite some time now, ever since I’ve read “Age of Ultron coming soon” in the back of The Avengers, AU free comic in May of 2011 issue #0.1, yeah I’ve been kinda sitting on the edge of my seat waiting or this block buster of a miniseries. Continue reading
(Marvel Comics, 2013)
We here at Bag & Bored are more than excited to announce a partnership with the video reviewers over at 2ComicNerds, who have a wonderful YouTube channel where they do regular reviews, so be sure to check that out, as well! Here we have them reviewing “Age of Ultron” #1, in wait of issue #2, out this coming Wednesday, March 13th. Here’s what they had to say, and be sure to check out their channel, linked below the video. We hope you enjoy!
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