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ON
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by
Craig Reade
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK
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JACK OF FABLES #12, $2.99, 32 Pages, DC/Vertigo.
Written by Bill Willingham and Matthew Sturges ; Art by Tony Akins and Andrew Pepoy; Cover by CLASSIFIED
Not totally sold on the mystery cover artist gimmick - seems like maybe they just didn't have one in mind when they wrote the solicit. And the cover artist rarely sells an issue (I mean, if Steve Ditko was doing the cover, I could see this kind of treatment, but this seems like over hype for almost anyone short of him).
Whatever the motive, the cover doesn't matter. The issue does - and on that count, it has been a heck of a year for Jack of Fables. This series has successfully dodged the spin-off stigma and has become a strong title on its own merits. Even the characters in the story are original - outside of Jack himself, this book hasn't drawn from the mother-title at all for key characters and storylines, which is a real accomplishment.
This issue is the twelfth, the big first anniversary issue. Business as usual for the story though, which is as it should be. Might not be the best issue for the new reader, but with a title like this, it is often better to just dive in and take a couple issues to get caught up. It is well worth the effort.
SHE-HULK #19, $2.99, 32 Pages, Marvel.
Written by Dan Slott, Art by Rick Burchett, Cliff Rathburn and Dan Kemp.
With the announcement of the new creative team for this title following Dan Slott's departure, it does indeed seem that the end is neigh for the fans of Slott's work on this book. Even if you are a fan of Peter David's work, he has made it clear in some interviews about his upcoming runs that he is going to take this book in a different direction, and the "Jen Walters, Attorney at Law" chapter of the She-Hulk saga is going to be done and over with. So this really is the beginning of the end of an era. But, all good things really do have to end eventually.
These next several issues should see the culmination of just about every major plot thread Slott has left untied since he started his run, which means these next three issues shouldn't be missed, especially if you have been following his run since the beginning. This issue find's Jen's lawfirm defending Hulk-foe The Leader, which will no doubt be a source of tension. Will this be the last straw, the final insult that leads to She-Hulk's departure from the firm? Should be an exciting read.
SUPERMAN BATMAN #37, $2.99, 32 Pages, DC Comics.
Written by Alan Burnett; Art and Cover by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs.
A brand new creative team, and a brand new story arc - this would usually be a very good place for a new reader to jump aboard. This issue should be no different. Paul Dini's work on Batman has been fairly well received, so why not bring in another creator of a popular DC animated property? Alan Burnett is know for his work on Batman Beyond and also the New Batman Superman Adventures - so this title is right up his alley. The solicit for this issue is fairly vague (Superman and Batman fighting for their souls - not exactly much to set this issue apart), but that really isn't the selling point here, it is Burnett's reputation. This should be a good issue to try out, especially if you are one of those readers that have faded away since this series first got started.
WONDER WOMAN #10, $2.99, 32 Pages, DC Comics.
Written by Jodi Picoult; Art by Paco Diaz ; Cover by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson
This Amazons Attack tie-in issue marks the end of Picoult's run, and credit has to be given where it is due - she has really stepped things up over her run. She has improved so much since her first issue that I can honestly say that I wouldn't mind seeing something else from her sometime in the future.
After this, we will be getting a couple of fill in issues, highlighted by Will Pfeifer's solo issue next month, then we are all waiting patiently for Gail Simone's highly anticipated start. Also, Wonder Woman Annual #1 was finally announced for the end of September, in which we will finally get the end of Allan Heinberg's story.
It was a rough initial run, but it finally looks like things are on course for this title.
WORLD WAR HULK FRONT LINE #1 (OF 6) , $2.99, 32 Pages, Marvel.
Written by Paul Jenkins, Art by Ramon Bachs.
The creative team behind the Civil War Front Line series are back to "cover" the World War Hulk event. Like Civil War Front Line, this series probably isn't required to really enjoy the event itself, but will add some interesting tidbits from the rest of the Marvel Universe.
In many ways, this series has a lot more potential than its Civil War predecessor. For starters, there is really something here for an investigative reporter to sink their teeth into. The very idea of the Illuminati opens the doors to so many potential stories that no reporter worth their salt would ignore that angle. This mini will be shorter too - eleven issues was a bit too long, this one being streamlined into six. A stronger plot and a tighter series should make this a much better read than the last Front Line.
WORLD WAR HULK X-MEN #1 (OF 3) , $2.99, 32 Pages, Marvel.
Written by Christos Gage, Andrea Di Vito.
This series could go wither way, but hopefully it is exciting. A Professor X/Hulk showdown would be the ultimate in brawn vs. brain - granted, this fight would be a lot more interesting of Professor X still had his telekinesis (unless I missed him getting it back), but being a three issue mini there is probably a lot more to this than the fight itself.
Christos Gage has gained a lot more credibility with me in recent months. When I first saw his name as a byline, all I could think of was Teenage Caveman, and that was good for a snicker. But after reading some of his work (especially the recent Heralds of Galactus issue), his stock has risen considerably. And artistically - when is Andrea Di Vito not a treat?
Professor X wasn't one of those who sent the Hulk off, but his connection to the Illuminati makes him a target all the same. Should be interesting to see what Gage has in mind for this series.
SPOTLIGHT PICK OF THE WEEK
 GREEN LANTERN SINESTRO CORPS SPECIAL #1, $4.99, 64 Pages, DC Comics.
Written by Geoff Johns; Art by Ethan Van Sciver and Dave Gibbons; Cover by Van Sciver
This is nothing short of exciting. In the DCU, there isn't a stable of titles more exciting than the Green Lantern books. Granted, the idea of resurrecting Hal Jordan was met with a bit of scorn (well, save for separating him from the Spectre), but there can be no denying that Rebirth started a real renaissance for the line. After all these months, it was ready for something big, and Sinestro certainly fits that bill. The lead up to this issue has really helped drive the hype - I mean, who didn't like the yellow ring choosing Batman?
This is going to be a packed issue, most of which looks like original material dealing with Sinestro's assault on the Lantern Corps, and a 6 page back-up retelling the origin of Sinestro (key for new Green Lantern readers who have only come aboard in recent times). If you are going to splurge on anything this week, this would be the issue to pick up.
 DARK HORSE COMICS
HELLBOY DARKNESS CALLS #3 (OF 6), $2.99 Now: $2.59
 DC COMICS
AMAZONS ATTACK #3 (OF 6), $2.99 Now: $2.59
BLUE BEETLE #16, $2.99 Now: $2.69
CLUBBING, $9.99 Now: $2.69
COUNTDOWN 44, $2.99 Now: $2.59
DEADMAN #11, $2.99 Now: $2.59
GREEN LANTERN SINESTRO CORPS SPECIAL #1, $4.99 Now: $4.39
JACK OF FABLES #12, $2.99 Now: $2.69
JSA CLASSIFIED #27, $2.99 Now: $2.59
NINJA SCROLL #10, $2.99 Now: $2.59
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER HEROES #31, $2.99 Now: $2.59
SUPERMAN BATMAN #37, $2.99 Now: $2.59
TEEN TITANS #48, $2.99 Now: $2.59
WONDER WOMAN #10, $2.99 Now: $2.59
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BLACK PANTHER #28, $2.99 Now: $2.69
CABLE DEADPOOL #42, $2.99 Now: $2.89
CRIMINAL #7, $2.99
DAREDEVIL #98, $2.99 Now: $2.59
FANTASTIC FOUR #547, $2.99 Now: $2.59
IMMORTAL IRON FIST #6, $2.99 Now: $2.69
MARVEL ADVENTURES AVENGERS #14, $2.99 Now: $2.59
SHE-HULK #19, $2.99 Now: $2.59
SILENT WAR #6 (OF 6) , $2.99 Now: $2.59
SILVER SURFER REQUIEM #2 (OF 4) , $3.99 Now: $3.49
THUNDERBOLTS #115, $2.99 Now: $2.79
ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR #43, $2.99 Now: $2.59
ULTIMATE X-MEN #83, $2.99 Now: $2.59
ULTIMATES 2 VOL 2 GRAND THEFT AMERICA TP, $19.99 Now: $15.99
WOLVERINE BLOOD & SORROW TP, $13.99 Now: $11.99
WOLVERINE ORIGINS #15, $2.99 Now: $2.59
WORLD WAR HULK FRONT LINE #1 (OF 6) , $2.99 Now: $2.59
WORLD WAR HULK X-MEN #1 (OF 3) , $2.99 Now: $2.69
X-FACTOR #20, $2.99 Now: $2.69
X-MEN #200, $3.99 Now: $3.49
X-MEN FIRST CLASS #1, $2.99 Now: $2.59
DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT
BOYS #8, $2.99 Now: $2.59
FLASH
It really isn't a secret that the core DC books have suffered somewhat post-Infinite Crisis. Several of the biggest sellers have been plagued by delays and strange plots that left fans scratching their heads. The Flash wasn't bad - it started off a little weird, and slowly improved over the last few issues. Well, at the recent conventions, DC announced the return of Mark Waid to the Flash, the end of Flash: Fastest Man Alive at issue #13, and the brand new All Flash #1 hitting shelves in September. This basically amounts to DC hitting the reset button on their Flash relaunch, and despite the improvement of the current Flash book, it is probably for the best. It still wasn't coming close to the standard Geoff Johns set during his run, and The Flash is just one of those titles that just has to be outstanding. Mark Waid is doubtlessly up to the task once again.
ANTHOLOGY!
Anyone who has read my articles over the last few years know that I have lamented the lack of real superhero anthology books from either of the major publishers. Well, I probably can't take credit for it (but I'd be more than happy to), but Marvel has announced the brand new Marvel Comics Presents monthly series. This anthology book will feature 4 eight page stories in each issue that will be divided fairly equally between serial stories and stand alones. This is cool on so many levels. This is the perfect outlet for cult-favorite characters that have been left to gather dust, and a great chance for creators to try their hands at popular characters they wouldn't normally be involved in. And what better breeding ground for new characters? This book deserves a whole ton of support from everyone who has any kind of love for this medium.
NOTE: Opinions here may not reflect those of X-World Comics LLC or it's staff and are solely the opinions of the writer.
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