Comic Review: Wolverine Goes To Hell

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Comic Review: Wolverine Goes To Hell

Wolverine Goes To Hell

Wolverine Goes To Hell

Has his past transgressions  finally caught up with Logan or are there devilish forces at work. A Marvel story written by Jason Aaron (Scalped, Punisher MAX) and illustrated Renato Guedes (Constantine, OMAC), has someone finally done the impossible and killed Wolverine.

Wolverine is falling into the pits of hell and he’s not exactly sure how this happened. Landing firmly on the ground he is greeted by the king of hell. His only goal is to break Wolverine’s will, which he starts by sending his demons to fight him. Wolverine quickly finds out that even though he can’t die, he can’t heal either. While in hell, his body still survives upon the earth under the control of demon’s. It may be a long time before we see the real Wolverine again.

Great concept, sending him to hell but, the story starts quite abruptly. You need to go with the story for awhile before you get an idea of how this all came together. Really enjoyed the demon’s and guy running hell, you never really get a sense of who he is. Give it a try and find out what happens to Wolverine.

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Comic Review: New Avengers Vol 1 Breakout

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Comic Review: New Avengers Vol 1 Breakout

Marvel Comics New Avengers Vol 1 Breakout TP

Marvel Comics New Avengers Vol 1 Breakout TP

The aftermath of Avengers Disassembled have left Avengers Mansion in ruins and the team in disarray. Now life must go on without comrades who have fallen and a surprising event awaits them.   Brian Michael Bendis  (Daredevil, Ultimate Spider-man) creates his first Marvel series with artwork done by David Finch (Dark Knight, Ultimatum).

This story directly continues from the Avengers Finale and is the aftermath of the events that occurred in the Avengers Disassembled storyline. With Avengers Mansion destroyed and Tony Stark no longer willing to continue funding for the Avengers, the Avengers have disbanded. Steve Rogers, Captain America, is disillusioned by the events that have occurred but is unwilling to accept it. After all, a leader without a team to lead is no leader at all.  This leads him to try to revive Avengers by recruit old and new members which includes Wolverine and Spider-man are met with much skepticism. Unknown to Rogers and the other potential members is that events are slowing unfolding that will soon have the world needing the Avengers once again.

I have to say that I was still in shock from the events that happened in Avengers Disassembled when this new series came out. Nevertheless, I had to try to go on with life just as Steve Rogers did. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I read the first issue but as the events unfolded in future issues, sure was glad I continue reading it. This series and Avengers Disassembled directly lead into the House of M storyline.  Anyone who wants to read the current Avengers titles MUST read this title as a prerequisite. It is here where Brian Michael Bendis begins to weave his stories that will change the Marvel Universe for years to come. The artwork by David Finch wasn’t too bad either.

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Comic Review: Wolverine Origin

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Comic Review: Wolverine Origin

Wolverine Origin

Wolverine Origin

Since the introduction of Wolverine in the 1970’s, everyone has wanted know his origin and it’s finally here. Does it live up to the hype or does it fail to meet your expectations. This much anticipated Marvel title is written by Paul Jenkins (Sentry, Peter Parker: Spider-man) with Bill Jemas and Joe Quesada and penciled by Andy Kubert (Ka-Zar, Captain America) with digital painting by Richard Isanove (Dark Tower, Daredevil).

Set in the late 19th century in Canada, the story is about the friendship of two boys from very different backgrounds. James Howlett is the son of a rich plantation owner and is constantly sick. To help aid this, James’s father hires an orphaned girl named Rose to take care of him. Dog Logan is the son of the Howlett’s groundskeeper, who is violent and often takes it out on Dog. Over the years their relationship becomes strained due to the animosity between their fathers.

Personally, I like this story because this is an example of how you are now is based on where you come from. The artwork feels very natural to the location and date. Story starts off pretty tame but things pick up quickly and you are in for quite a twist. It’s good that it’s not overly violent and concentrates more on the story. If you want to know where Wolverine came from, read Origin.

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Comic Review: Wolverine The Best There Is The Complete Series

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Comic Review: Wolverine The Best There Is The Complete Series

Wolverine The Best There Is The Complete Series

Wolverine The Best There Is The Complete Series

A completely messed up tale about everyone’s favorite X-Man that is ramped up with tons of violence and sex (well sex appeal). It’s Wolverine like you’ve never seen him before in this Marvel title written by Charlie Huston (Moon Knight, Deathlok) and illustrated by Juan Jose Ryp (No Hero, Lady Death).

Things aren’t too looking well for old Wolverine. First he is trapped and caged and then forced to be in a dog fight. Next he meets a beautiful women and the night seems alright until everyone starts to hallucinate and go crazy. Finally, he is once again captured and held captive, but it’s a lot worse this time around. He is pushed to his physical and mental breaking points. He is brought to and from the brink of death over and over again. Is there a point to all of this or is it just for the pleasure of the pain?

Now, this is a series that it’s either love or hate. Yes, there is a plot and you do want to know why this is happening but getting there might lose you. Everything they do is super over the top grotesque violence. If that’s not your thing then you won’t enjoy this, but if it is, come, sit, read and enjoy.

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Comic Review: Wolverine Enemy Of The State

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Comic Review: Wolverine Enemy Of The State

Wolverine Enemy Of The State

Wolverine Enemy Of The State

What happens when Wolverine goes bad? Worse, what happens when Wolverine is under the control of someone else? Frank Miller (300, Holy Terror) and artist John Romita JR. (Kick-Ass, Sentry) show us what happens when Wolverine is a pawn in a very violent game.

Tricked into going to Japan, Wolverine is defeated by an enemy that he doesn’t even see coming. Waking up in a S.H.E.I.L.D. infirmary, he has the overwhelming urge to kill. Unable to control his actions he murders his way out. He is now under the control of H.Y.D.R.A. and is an unrelenting killing machine. What is it that they want with Wolverine and if possible, who can stop him?

An enjoyably long and well thought out story line. It’s nice to see Wolverine kill rather than just knock out guys. Also there are serious repercussions during his time as a mind control victim, that he will regret later.

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Comic Review: Old Man Logan

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Comic Review: Old Man Logan

Wolverine Old Man Logan

Wolverine Old Man Logan

Set 50 years in a future where the supervillans have won and Wolverine is a broken man. This Marvel title is written by Mark Millar (Secret Service, Kick-Ass) and illustrated by Steve McNiven (Meridian, The New Avengers).

Some time ago all the supervillans got together and eradicated the superheros. The world is now run by bad guys and any one who used to be good have long since abandoned any such idea. Wolverine lives a solitary life with his wife and kids but times are tough. Owing money to the family of Hulks, he reluctantly takes a job transporting a package across the country with Hawkeye.

Wow, wow, wow amazing series. The idea behind it is so rich with history that has yet to be explored. They could easily start an ongoing series of Old Man Logan. If you haven’t read this yet, you need to get on this.

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