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: 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: 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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