Latest News: The Flash Appears on Arrow TV Series!

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The Flash Appears on Arrow TV Series!

The Flash will be appearing as a guest on the CW Arrow TV series.  Barry Allen will be appearing in 3 episodes with the 3rd one being a backdoor pilot into the new Flash TV series being created by two of the three Arrow TV series creators, Andrew Kreisberg and Greg Berlanti and DC Comics superstar writer, Geoff Johns.  No official announcement has been made as to when the new Flash tv series will begin. Johns also wrote two upcoming episodes of Arrow for season two. These would episode 8 and 9 which most likely be the episodes the Scarlet Speedster from Central City will appear in.

This may not be the live action appearance that comic book fans have been looking forward to but it will have to do for now. Marc Guggenheim stated that he still plans on making a Flash movie and is aiming at a release date sometime in 2016.

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Comic Review: 52

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Comic Review: 52

DC Comics 52 Omnibus

DC Comics 52 Omnibus

After the events of Infinite Crisis, Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman have disappeared with no one knowing their whereabouts. Not to be confused with the New 52, DC Comics created 52 as a vehicle to feature some of their less popular characters such as Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, Black Adam, Animal Man and other lesser known characters. The introduction of Batwoman is also part of the series.

This series came out 1 issue week for 52 weeks and featured stories written by some of DC best writers which included Geoff Johns, Mark Waid and Grant Morrison and were drawn by a huge list of DC’s most talented artists which included Brian Bolland, Howard Chaykins, Ivan Reis, JG Jones, Adam Hughes, George Perez, Andy Kubert, and Ethan Van Sciver.

All in all the series was great for those of you want to read more in depth about the other characters that DC has in their stable. This series also featured many spin-off stories. Some notable ones that are worth reading are DC World War III featuring Black Adam, The Search for Ray Palmer, and  52 Pick-up Booster Gold

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Comic Review: Green Lantern Rebirth

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Comic Review: Green Lantern Rebirth

DC Comics Green Lantern Rebirth

DC Comics Green Lantern Rebirth

The long awaited return of Hal Jordan is finally here. Fans of the Silver Age Green Lantern have wondered for many years if or when will he return. This mini series is written by Geoff Johns and drawn by Ethan Van Sciver.

After the events that saw Hal Jordan die while being inhabited by the entity known as the Parallax, he came back the DC Universe as the Spectre for a number of years. Green Lantern Rebirth tells the story of Hal’s return to the Green Lantern Corps as the world is now threaten by another Green Lantern gone rogue, Sinestro. Fighting along side the Justice League, he takes on the daunting task of stopping Sinestro before he can execute his master plan.

An excellent story by master storyteller Geoff Johns who also orchestrated the return of Hawkman in the JSA series. I never was really interested in Green Lantern titles until reading this one. This story is the beginning of the path to Sinestro Corps War and as well Blackest Night. Ethan Van Sciver artwork is excellent and the epic battle scenes between Sinestro and Hal Jordan is well done. If you’re looking for a starting point for Green Lantern, this is definitely the series to pick up!

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Comic Review: Flash Rebirth

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Comic Review: Flash Rebirth

DC Comics Flash Rebirth

DC Comics Flash Rebirth

After being presumed dead for almost 25 years, Barry Allen, the Silver Age Flash, has returned to the DC Universe. This mini-series is written by Geoff Johns (JSA, Green Lantern Rebirth) and artwork is done by Ethan Van Sciver (Green Lantern Rebirth, New X-men).

Barry Allen was killed in the original DC “Crisis” story, Crisis on Infinite Earths, while trying to stop the Anti-monitor. There was much speculation on how Barry returned during the later parts of Final Crisis. Now that he’s back, he has to deal with all that has happened during his absent as well as the people that loved and respected him.

Again, Geoff Johns has not disappointed. I loved the story and it is also a great lead in to Blackest Night and as well Flashpoint. Ethan Van Sciver artwork is well done just like his previous DC titles.

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Comic Review: Sinestro Corps War

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Comic Review: Sinestro Corps War

DC Comics Sinestro Corps War

DC Comics Sinestro Corps War

The Green Lantern Corps face an epic war against Sinestro who now has an army of ring barriers of his own. This story is written by Geoff Johns (Infinite Crisis, Green Lantern Rebirth) and Dave Gibbons (Watchmen, Batman Black and White) and drawn by Ivan Reis, Patrick Gleason, and Ethan Van Sciver.

After his defeat by Hal Jordan in Green Lantern Rebirth, Sinestro is imprisoned by the Guardians of the Green Lanterns. With his hatred for the Green Lantern Corps is brewing,  he plots his plans for revenge and creates the ultimate weapon that will destroy them. This leads to his escape and an all out war with his army of minions hellbent on annihilating the Corp.

I know I said this many times but Geoff Johns has once again blown me away with his masterful storytelling. The battles are epic and is definitely not for the faint of heart. After the shock of the first issue, I was craving for more!  Ivan Reis, Patrick Gleason and Ethan Van Sciver did an excellent job illustrating this series.  This story puts you on the path that leads you to Blackest Night.

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Comic Review: Justice League Volume 1 Origin

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Comic Review: Justice League Volume 1 Origin

Justice League Volume 1 Trashed

Justice League Volume 1 Trashed

It’s the origin story of how all the members meet for the first time and formed the Justice League.  Written by Geoff Johns (Green Lantern, 52) and illustrated by Jim Lee (Gen 13, Deathblow), it’s the world’s most powerful team.

The DC Universe has been changed after the events of Flashpoint. Some changes are small and barley noticeable, while others are drastic. With the Justice League, the members have not even meet yet. A dramatic event is on the horizon that will cross the paths of these hero’s. With a great evil too powerful for any one person, they will need to ban together. Unfortunately it may take awhile before they actually work together.

Great jumping on point if you are new to the Justice League. It definitely sows the seeds for the current Trinity War. Also the origin of cyborg and how he was created is part of this volume.

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Comic Review: Batman Earth One Volume 1

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Comic Review: Batman Earth One Volume 1

Batman Earth One Volume 1

Batman Earth One Volume 1

Retelling of the Batman Origin story from Earth One .  Part of the Earth One Series alongside Superman and Wonder Woman. This DC comic is written by Geoff Johns (The Flash, JSA) and illustrated by Gary Frank (Supreme Power, Supergirl).

When Bruce Wayne was a young child he had his parents taken away from him. When a mugger takes Bruce, a struggle breaks out and during the commotion his parents are killed. Alfred is now Bruce’s legal guardian. Over the years Bruce can’t let the thought of his parents go and asks Alfred to help train him. When he reaches his twenty’s, Bruce feels ready to find the man who killed his parents.

A much more emotional Batman than we are used to, very angry at the world. The changes of his earlier years are only tweaked a tiny bit, so the story stays in Gotham for the whole time. If you enjoyed vol 1, number 2 is coming out in 2014.

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Comic Review: Infinite Crisis

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Comic Review: Infinite Crisis

DC Comics Infinite Crisis

DC Comics Infinite Crisis

The heroes of the DC Universe faces one of their greatest challenges. This is also a sequel to the 1980’s series. A story written by Geoff Johns (JSA, Avengers) and drawn by a team consisting of George Perez (Avengers, Teen Titans), Phil Jimenez (Wonder Woman, Invisibles), Jerry Ordway (Superman), and Ivan Reis (Green Lantern)

Following the events of Identity Crisis, Batman has inadvertently released an army of OMAC’s on the world. Also revealed in this story line is that there were survivors from the original “crisis”, Crisis on Infinite Earths. These survivors, which included Alexander Luthor and Superboy Prime, were hiding in a cave. Now they feel it is time for them to reveal to the world of their existence. If the original crisis was any indication, you can expect a pretty rough road ahead for the heroes of the DC Universe.

The story was well written and kept you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire event. Geoff John worked his magic quite well like he did for the revival of the JSA series. As well, George Perez has not lost his touch as the king of jamming as many characters into a panel as possible.

Must read tie-ins into this story are Days of Vengeance, OMAC Project, Villains United, and Rann Thanagar War as well as Superman: Sacrifice which ties into OMAC Project. This story leads you into the 52 week series “52” and continues on to Countdown to Final Crisis and Final Crisis.

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