All Star Batman (2016) #6
http://www.dccomics.com/comics/all-star-batman-2016/all-star-batman-6
This series is really starting to feel like Paul Dini’s animated series in that all the villains seem to be getting their own little story, Snyder style. This time, it’s Mr. Freeze. The story does not feel as good as what was done by Snyder prior on Batman, but it was still all right. I’m going to keep reading this series regardless of quality because Snyder plus Batman equals compulsive reading.
Score: 6/10
Captain America: Steve Rogers (2016) #9
http://marvel.com/comics/issue/57874/captain_america_steve_rogers_2016_9
Not a great issue, but not terrible. I mainly read this issue because I’m eager to see what evil Captain America’s plan is. Guess I’ll patiently wait for that reveal.
Score: 6/10
Inhumans v. X-Men (2016) #2
https://marvel.com/comics/issue/61595/ivx_2016_2
My favorite book of the week and another reason why X-Men comic books are still awesome and should not be canceled. The X-Men begin their assault on the Inhumans in this issue and it all feels right unlike what happened in Civil War II. The motivations all feel right. For instance, the X-Men are trying to fight for their lives and even still, try to protect civilians. It’s a good book. Additionally, I’ve always liked Yu’s artwork despite internet comments to the contrary.
Score: 7.1/10
Justice League v. Suicide Squad #4 of 6
Just of bunch of action involving a lot of DC Comics characters. What was interesting was seeing the New 52 versions of a lot of characters I had not seen before. Still, not a great book.
Score: 5/10
The Might Thor (2015) #15
http://marvel.com/comics/issue/55802/mighty_thor_2015_15
First and foremost, Dauterman’s art is sublime and fits the subject matter perfectly. There’s just something magical and mythical about how he draws these characters and the flow of the action. The story here is also interesting and has me looking forward to seeing what comes next. What seemed like a story involving science fiction aliens versus fantasy Norse mythology turned into a story that will likely smash all those elements into a smorgasbord of all of the above. It’s going to be good. This is my favorite book of the week.
Score: 7/10
Spider-Man (2016) #12
http://marvel.com/comics/issue/55706/spider-man_2016_12
I’m not loving this story line, but I am interested in seeing a cross over with Spider Gwen. I wish this series will go back to the high school meets superhero dynamic that I’ve come to expect. Oh well, guess I’ll just keep reading along and hope for the best.
Score: 5/10
Muse Bank 