Bullshit

Robin #151
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Freddie E. Williams II
Cover by Patrick Gleason and Prentis Rollins

Okay I had really hoped that this storyline would not end up this way but unfortunately, it did. Utter Bullshit! I am sorry but there is no reason for Cassandra Cain to be acting like this. Totally out of character. This is a travesty. I know it is not Adam Beechen’s fault. I blame DC. They decided to rid Cassie of the mantle of Batgirl because I don’t think they liked her in the first place. Only her writers did. So DC creates this storyline with no respect to the character and her fans. Bullshit. I am not going to talk about the story or the art or anything. I am too disgusted with it. Don’t read this if you want to remember Cassandra Cain for who she truly was, a hero.

The Pain of Steel

JLA Classified #22
Written by Steve Englehart
Art by Tom Derenick and Mark Farmer
Cover by Mike Zeck and Jerry Ordway

These kinds of stories are what the classified serieses should be about. Untold stories about a teams past. This time around, we focus on the Justice League’s Detroit era. Now I wasn’t around during this time but I have heard the jokes and stuff. But I also see why some people do like this era. These characters are interesting and cool, but I am glad they only lasted for a short time as the JLA because they really are not the JLA. Englehart, who I have never head of before this, comes up with a simple story about villains getting revenge on the JLA. But he turns this into a character study of each of the new members. This issue focused on Steel. Not the John Henry Irons, but the JL Detroit Steel. I liked this as this is a character I am not familiar with. The way his grandfather forced him to become “synthetic” was sick and someone should have called social services on the guy. I really feel bad for Steel. He has to live with pain all the time. That just sux. I act like it is the end of the world when stub my toe, I can’t imagine the kind of pain this guy is going through. I sympathize with the character, although I wish he was less hard on his teammates. He considers them the loser version of the league, obvious reflecting comic fans thought of the Detroit era league. Also, Martian Manhunter’s costume is classic and I do not get why he is getting new one in his upcoming Mini-Series. This issue made me upset about that decision. They should keep his old one. Anyway, great start to this arc and I am looking forward to next week’s focus on Vibe.

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Body Switching On Earth-2

Superman/Batman #27
Written by Mark Verheiden
Art by Kevin Maguire
Cover by Ethan Van Sciver

Verheiden’s run starts here in a stand alone issue set on Earth-2! Yeah I wasn’t that excited either but then I read the story. Even though it takes place in a different reality (much like Loeb’s weird run) it is so much better than anything Loeb ever wrote. It is fun, but not the way Loeb was fun, in a way that makes sense and not confusing. This was a nostalgic look back without screwing with continuity and stuff. If Verheiden continues like this, this series may just redeem itself from the trash it was before. Kevin Maguire was perfect for this issue as his artwork has that kind of timeless feel to it. The ultra-humanite is always a fun character and his comment about the Joker and Brainwave’s “rules” made me chuckle. It reminds me of the theory that the Joker never truly want to kill Batman cause the whole thing is too fun for him. This is a theory that I agree with. He wants to get caught. It’s a game to him. Not that the Joker as a villain isn’t dangerous, he is just not a danger to Batman. And of course watching Powergirl and Huntess’s boobs throughout a comic is always a plus, even if it isn’t “our” huntress.

One…Two…No Three Nightwings

Nightwing #121
Written by Bruce Jones
Art by Paco Diaz and Bit
Cover by Jock

God that monster is so gross. He eats people and than they come out of his ass in these bubbles. Weird. Bruce Jones has a demented imagination haha. But yes, unlike every other blogger on the net, I liked this issue. I think I just like cheyenne. I thought her female Nightwing costume was just awesome. They should keep her around, I would love it. Even though I liked it I still don’t think Bruce Jones should be on this book. Maybe just because I heard Geoff Johns might come onboard Nightwing and he is my favorite writer. So put Johns on instead! I also think Nightwing should go back to working in Bludhaven. I feel like he would never abandon it, especially at a time where they really need him. And trust me, Dick would never think of not saving Jason’s life, that is totally out of character. So yeah, Cheyenne was cool; the rest of the issue was blah.

Good Ole Ollie

Green Arrow (Volume 3) #63
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens

Love the story, hate the art. That about sums up my feelings for this issue. The story is soo good but the art is driving me crazy. It’s weird and disproportional. Storywise though, I am reminded why Winick is a good writer. He is really bringing Star City to life and for the first time ever, I am actually interested in the character of Brick. Ollie is right, Deathstroke is definitely up to something. He would never give up that easy. Apparently, Ollie is now a billionaire. I guess it was time for an upgrade and it is completely in character for Ollie to take part in economic terrorism against weapon manufacturers. That actually made me smile. Good ole Oliver Queen. I am still waiting for the explanation of the whereabouts of Speedy and Connor Hawke. I am dying to know. So in the end, I can’t say this issue was great because of the damn crappy art. I think McDaniel is in the wrong business.

Check!

Birds of Prey #94
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Paulo Siqueira and Robin Riggs
Cover by Terry and Rachel Dodson

I also don’thave much to say about this issue accept Gail Simone once againt thrills me with another action packed character driven issue. After an abysmal first one year later issue, the last two issues have been fanfreakintastic. More people should be reading Birds of Prey. Hot Girls. Check. Action. Check. Character Moments. Check. Villains. Check. Heroes. Check. See it is just too good to miss out on. I can’t wait to have Dinah back on the team too. Which I assume will be happening pretty soon. I am even enjoying her little subplot in vietnam or korea or whereever she is. I actually do not know much about prometheus outside of his tenure in Gotham Knights which I heard does not do justice to the character. What I do know is that he kicked Lady Shiva’s ass in this issue.

Dream Girl: Ressurection

Supergirl and the Legion of Super-Heroes #18
Written by Mark Waid
Art by Barry Kitson and Mick Gray
Cover by Kitson

hmm I don’t feel like I have much to say about this issue. Let’s see. Brainiac 5 is acting like a bastard, but I guess maybe he is just misunderstood. I mean he is trying to bring his friend back to life. I wonder about this new Dream Boy, I know nothing about the old legion so I am not sure if this is a completely new character or if he was part of the old continuity. Time to do some research. I also liked the whole machines trying to destroy humans thing, reminds me of the Terminator. This was a decent issue, get it if your a legion fan but I think it is the weakest so far one year later. But I totally love the art! The flashback scene to Infinite Crisis was just breath taking.