Every once in a while, a girl’s got to go back to her roots. Oh, sure, I’m gung-ho over Blackest Night and I always have at least one or two indie comics or comics from smaller publishing companies every week, but once upon a time, I was a one comic company kind of gal. Every once in a while, there comes a time when I have to say, “Make mine Marvel!” Today is that day, and the week is this week! So, let’s see what Marvel is bringing a happy geek girl this week.
1. Iron Man Armor Wars #4 – The Armor Wars are coming to an end as Tony Stark finally faces the enemy behind the theft of all of his armor. There’s only one problem; can the creator of every single Iron Man armor fight them all — at the same time? I’ve really enjoyed this re-imagining of the Armor Wars and am looking forward to seeing the conclusion.
2. Marvelous Land Of Oz #1 – I absolutely LOVED Marvel’s rendition of Frank L Baum’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and so I’m definitely looking forward to seeing how they handle the next book in the series! It looks like it’ll be a lot of fun!
3. Black Widow Deadly Origin #1 – Natalia Romanova has been many things, from a spy to an Avenger, and was even Iron Man’s girlfriend for a while. Now something or someone from the Black Widow’s past is threatening to harm those she loves — and with a past like hers, that could be just about anyone! With Wolverine and Winter Soldier along for the ride, this should be a high-octane, action-packed adventure!
4. Astonishing X-Men #32 – Sentinels? No problem! The X-Men know a thing or three about Sentinels. Only… Well, this Sentinel is different. Really different. In fact, it’s made of flesh and bone — and wearing the skin of a deceased teammate! How will the X-Men defeat this monstrocity, and what does it have to do with the Brood?
5. Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #4 - Brian Michael Bendis, assassin of the Marvel-U, is the bane of my existence. I dislike almost everything he does, but I love Ultimate Spider-Man. Go figure. The art in this comic is atrocious, but the story is what one would expect of Bendis writing Ultimate Spidey: fun, adventure, and plenty of Pete’s signature sense of humor. Spidey vs Mysterio is sure to be a web-slinging blast! Plus, what’s going on with Kitty Pryde?
That’s it this week. Not into Marvel? Don’t worry, there’s something out there for everyone — and if not, there’s always next week!
Here’s a list of even more comics coming out this week:
BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #30
CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #15
STAR WARS INVASION #5
BATMAN THE UNSEEN #3
BATMAN WIDENING GYRE #3
DOOM PATROL #4
LOBO HIGHWAY TO HELL #1
MIGHTY #10
RED TORNADO #3
SECRET SIX #15
SUPERMAN WORLD OF NEW KRYPTON #9
WARLORD #8
HAUNT #2
SKY PIRATES OF NEO TERRA #2 $2.99
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #610
CAPTAIN AMERICA REBORN #4
DEATHLOK #1
DOCTOR VOODOO AVENGER OF SUPERNATURAL #2
GHOST RIDERS HEAVENS ON FIRE #4
HOUSE OF M MASTERS OF EVIL #4
IMMORTAL WEAPONS #4 (OF 5)
MARVEL ZOMBIES EVIL EVOLUTION
PSYLOCKE #1
TORCH #3
X-MEN ORIGINS ICEMAN
X-MEN VS AGENTS OF ATLAS #2
I can’t believe Sky Pirates of Neo Terra didn’t make your short list. I loved the first one. I’m totally stoked for Marvelous Land of Oz too, it’s important to read some comics that aren’t about superheroes on occasion.
Terry picked up the first one because he thought it was Butt Pirates of Neo Terra.
Always wanted to check out Astonishing X-Men. Might have to search for the first trade.