The Strange Talent of Luther Strode #1
This follows the basic origin story of a geek becoming a total badass. It’s the first in a 6 part series and it’s got decent artwork and an interesting story. The one thing I will say about this issue is it’s incredibly violent, over the top violent. Blood, guts and gore galore, at least it is whenever a fight occurs. If the art were a bit better it might feel justified but at the moment it feels more like they want to gross the audience out then tell a cool story. I’ll keep reading but at the moment I wouldn’t recommend a buy.
When does this come out: Oct. 5th
Cost: 2.99
Will I read on: Yes
Will I buy it: I don’t think so
The Last of the Greats #1
The Last of the Greats is an intriguing read, it’s basically about a group of supermen who are preparing the world for an alien apocalypse. These supermen have the power to distinguish human’s true intentions and so they’ll willingly kill people with impure intentions. The first issue however ends in a way which doesn’t really look like the series could go in many different directions. It feels like I could predict everything that was going to happen from here on out. At the moment I don’t recommend this one but in the future that might change.
When does this come out: Oct. 5th
Will I read on: Yes
Will I buy it: Doubtful
Xenoholics #1
This was a surprise to me, the front cover isn’t at all the kind of art that is in the book, it’s a bit more jokey comic book art. The book follows a group of Xenoholics, in other words a Alcoholics Anonymous for Alien Abductees. The story has a funny edge to it and it does actually show aliens so we know they’re not completely crazy. It also takes the whole crop circle thing to a new level. I quite fancied this book and I’m looking forward to seeing where it’s going. I’d recommend people take a look at this one in store and see if you want to add it to your hold.
When does this come out: Oct. 19
Cost: 3.50
Will I read on: Yes
Will I buy it: Likely
Heart #1
Apparently Blair Butler who is a stand up comic and star on G4TV is the writer on this comic about a young MMA fighter. I’m a fan of MMA and so reading a comic about MMA was really quite interesting. I’ve had desire to train with MMA fighters but I just never want to be punched in the face so I wouldn’t really do too well. This story was actually pretty good but I’m afraid people won’t get it unless they’re actually into MMA. I liked it so if it continues to be good I may end up getting the trade.
When does this come out: Nov. 2nd
Cost: 2.99
Will I read on: Yes
Will I buy it: Not yet