Bargain Issue Comics: A Podcast

Welcome back fans! We're talking Volume 1 of Witch Hat Atelier. Well it seems we've got another magic entry, this one from Kamome Shirahama (check out her covers!). We've got a girl who dreams of nothing but becoming a witch. When she does she quickly learns the incredible beauty and terror that magic possesses. Join in as we chat after the first entry in Coco's journey. Thanks for listening! 

Witch Hat Atelier Vol. 1 - Kamome Shirahama (writer/artist) 

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Crossed
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Welcome back fans! To Gotham we go. Yes everyone it's the Bat's origin story with Batman: Year One! Not only a big inspiration for Nolan's entries but a great story from the one and only Frank Miller. Thanks for listening! 

Batman: Year One - Frank Miller (writer) / David Mazzucchelli (artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

The Dark Knight Returns 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

The Infinity Gauntlet 

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Music!

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Welcome back fans! We're talking Volume 1 of Monstress today. Humans vs magical creatures? A powerful girl harboring an even more powerful monster inside her. And a journey to avenge family. Let's just say there's a reason this one has won a few awards. Thanks for listening! 

Monstress Volume 1 - Awakening - Marjorie Liu (writer) / Sana Takeda (artist) / Rus Wooton (letterer)

Other cool works in this Issue: 

X-23 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Full Metal Alchemist Volume 1

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Hello comic fans! We head to "Abode" today folks. Join in as we chat about the early installments of the long-running Elfquest series. Do you have what it takes to be a Wolfrider? Thanks for listening! 

Elfquest - Wendy and Richard Pini (writers/artists) + many other great artists!  

And check out the full story here! - https://elfquest.com/

Other cool works in this Issue: 

the matttt - comic & manga history Youtube channel 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Dandadan Vol. 1 

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Hello again comic fans! We've got Ultimate X-Men Vol. 1 from show favorite Peach Momoko. Join in as we chat about the newest additions to the children of the atom. Despite a self contained story this one gets to the heart of what it means to be different and the challenges of growing up in a harsh world. Take in the mesmerizing art and enjoy a dose of X-Men goodness with Momoko's stamp. Thanks for listening! 

Ultimate X-Men Vol. 1 - Fears and Hates - Peach Momoko (writer/artist) /  Zack Davisson (translator) / Travis Lanham (letterer) 

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Attention comic fans! We've got Hellcyon for you today folks. We've got a distant moon held under the thumb by brutal military rule approved by Earth. A young cadet returns to his home, sees the carnage, and joins the fight against them. And he and his team go on to be legends in this military sci-fi run from Lucas Marangon. Thanks for listening! 

Hellcyon - Lucas Marangon (writer/artist) 

Oh also a tad off the history of the term "guerrilla" but here's a neat wiki article if you're interested: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guerrilla_wa...

Hello again comic fans! We're talking the initial run of Orphan and the Five Beasts today. Why yes, it is another Stokoe! This time we've got a kung-fu epic! Join in as we chat about this action packed story about a lone warrior's quest to complete his master's mission. Blood, guts, and a whole bunch of gore ensue. Thanks for listening! 

Orphan and the Five Beasts - James Stokoe (writer/artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Orphan and the Five Beasts - Bath of Blood 

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Hello again comic fans! We discuss crime noir turned a bit on its head with Drowntown today. Follow along as put upon bodyguard Leo Noiret and aqua courier Gina each navigate a London underworld that is mostly underwater, and with plenty of intrigue from those on higher ground. We might still be waiting for a Volume 2, we've loved the ride so far. Thanks for listening! 

Drowntown - Robbie Morrison (writer) / Jim Murray (artists)     

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Spectrum,  2000 AD 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Middlewest Volume 1 

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Hello again comic fans! We're talking Daredevil: The Man Without Fear today folks. How does one go from Matt Murdoch to the Daredevil. We wondered, we read, and so should you. A great short run by Frank Miller and John Romita, Jr. gives you on hell of an origin story. Thanks for listening! 

Daredevil: The Man Without Fear - Frank Miller (writer) / John Romita, Jr. (artists)     

Other cool works in this Issue: 

DC/Marvel: All Access 

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The World of Edena, Silver Surfer Parable
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Welcome comic fans! We've got Marvel's Ender's Game and Ender's Shadow today. That's right, Orson Scott Card's earliest installments in the series and they stack up to the originals. Join in as we chat about the intros to the brilliant strategists Ender and Bean with the fate of humanity on the line. As always thanks for listening! 

Ender's Game & Ender's Shadow - Christopher Yost, Mike Carey, Jake Blac, Aaron Johnston (writers) / Pasqual Ferry, Sebastian Fiumara, Timothy Green, Pasqual Ferry, Pop Mahn (artists)     

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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Welcome comic fans! We're talking Rob Schrab's Scud: The Disposable Assassin: The Whole Shebang! We follow the Looney Tunes on acid adventures of one Scud assassin robot hell bent on not fulfilling his primary mission. It's a wild ride and we definitely think you'll enjoy this one. As always thanks for listening! 

Scud: The Disposable Assassin: The Whole Shebang - Rob Schrab (writer, artist) / Dan Harmon, Mondy Carter (writers) / Zac Rybacki (colorist)    

Other cool works in this Issue: 


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This Issue's recommendation: 

The Power Fantasy 

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Welcome comic fans! We're talking the Satoshi Kon's Opus today. What does it mean to be a creator? And what do you do when your characters confront you over your decisions? That's just the tip of the iceberg in this heady, but unfinished, work of from the director of titles including Perfect Blue and Paranoia Agent. As always thanks for listening! 

Opus - Satoshi Kon (writer, artist)    

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Perfect Blue, Millennium Actress, Paprika, Paranoia Agent 
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This Issue's recommendation: 

Here 

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Welcome comic fans! We're talking Blade Runner 2039 Volume 1: Luv. Join us as we chat about this inter-installment between the movies, featuring the deadly Nexus-9 Luv before we meet her in Blade Runner 2049. We're wide ranging in this one folks and even muse on AI in the future. As always thanks for listening! 

**Also audio issues again. Our mea culpas. 

Blade Runner 2039 Volume 1: Luv - Mike Johnson, Mellow Brown (writers)/ Andres Guinaldo (artist) / Marco Lesko (colorist)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Blade Runner (duh), Blade Runner 2049 
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Welcome comic fans! Runaways is on the menu today folks. Criminal conspiracies, the occult, time travel, and mutants! This series has a ton so join along as we chat about the first installments of a unique take on your parents being evil. Thanks for listening! 

Runaways: The Complete Collection Vol. 1 - Brian K. Vaughn (writer)/ Adrian Alphona, Takeshi Miyazawa (artists)  

Other cool works in this Issue: 


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This Issue's recommendation: 

Earth X

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Music!

At the start: Lounge Jazz Elevator Music - Hits...

Welcome comic fans! We're talking Mark Millar's Wanted today! The super villains have won, there are no superheroes, and Wesley has just been named the Killer II. He only needs survive the world's other villains. So join in as we chat about the version that should've been in the movie. Thanks for listening! 

Wanted - Mark Millar (writer)/  J.G. Jones (artist) / Dennis Heisler, Mark Roslan, Robin Spehar (letterers) / Paul Mounts (colorist)  

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Super Crooks, Jupiter's Legacy 

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Civil War  Duration: 00:32:14

Welcome comic fans! We talk Post Americana today! The US has fallen and we're thrust not only into a fight for survival but a fight for the future. Will it be bright or much worse? So pull up a chair  or whatever, you do you, and get in on this great Steve Skroce work. Thanks for listening! Oh and apologies on this one we had some weird audio issues. 

Post - Americana - Steve Skroce (writer/artist)/ Dave Stewart (artist) / Fonografiks (letterer) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 


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Welcome comic fans! We head to Angel Grove today with Mighty Morphin Vol. 1! Yes we know, don't worry it is in fact the Power Rangers. Lord Zedd returns from the dead unleashes a powerful new enemy and there's a new Green Ranger in town. A normal day for the Rangers we'd say. Thanks for listening! 

Mighty Morphin Vol. 1 - Ryan Parrott (writer)/ Marco Renna, Dan Mora, Inhyuk Lee (artists) / Walter Baiamonte, Katia Ranalli (colorists) / Ed Dukeshire (letterer) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Power Rangers: Rise of Drakkon 

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Welcome comic fans! We head to 17th century Japan with the first 3 installments of Takehiko Inoue's Vagabond. The early tale of one Miyamoto Musashi, gorgeous art, and some intense action are the name of the game here. Join in as we marvel at this incredible historical drama manga. Thanks for listening! 

Vagabond - Takehiko Inoue (writer/artist)

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Real, Dogsred, Haikyuu, Blue Lock 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Monstress

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At the start: Lounge Jazz...

Welcome comic fans! We're talking Joe Kelly and Ken Niimura again today. A young girl battling the giants that menace her hometown. But is that really all their is to Barbara Thorson? Join in as we chat about I Kill Giants. Thanks for listening! 

I Kill Giants - Joe Kelly (writer) / Ken Niimura (artist)    

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Scud The Disposable Assassin 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Orphan and the 5 Beasts 

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Music!

At the start: Lounge Jazz Elevator Music - HitsLa...

Welcome comic fans! We're backing in fluffing Fairyland with Volume 2 of Skottie Young's I Hate Fairyland series. Gert is still doing her thing, trapped in Fairyland and we're along for the ride on another sugary sweet nightmare. Thanks for listening! 

I Hate Fairyland Volume 2: Fluff My Life - Skottie Young (writer, artist) / Jeffrey Cruz (artist) / Jean-Francois Beaulieu (colorist) / Nate Piekos (letterer)     

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Strange Academy 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

The Legend of Drizzt Omnibus 
Snotgirl Vol. 1 

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Welcome comic fans! We've got Akira Toriyama's Sandland today. Demons in the desert, a quest for redemption, and the search for a source of water for the people. Oh and there's a tank too! Join in as we chat about this short manga involving an unlikely trio of heroes and all the hallmarks of a Toriyama work. Thanks for listening! 

Sandland - Akira Toriyama (writer, artist)    

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Marvel's Ender's Game 

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Welcome comic fans! We're talking volume 1 of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End today. Magic, elves, slices o life, gags, and the question of what would you do if you lived far longer than everyone else. It may not be the first to tackle any of these, but it's one of the best efforts we've seen. Tune in and enjoy. Thanks for listening! 

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Vol. 1 - Kanehito Yamada (writer) / Tsukasa Abe (artist)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Ranma 1/2, Inuyasha 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Complete Elf Quest...

Welcome comic fans! We bring you the hard hitting, hilarious, absolutely distressing, and page turning collab between Joe Kelly and Ken Niimura known as Immortal Sergeant (no...not based on the movie). We'd hate to ruin all this story has to offer so we'll just leave it at this - family isn't simple, we've all got scars, we all need to heal, and sometimes some people can change if they make the choice. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy! 

Immortal Sergeant - Joe Kelly (writer) / Ken Niimura (artist)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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Welcome comic fans! We're heading to the Marvel Universe again today with Peach Momoko's Demon Days. Our great loves of manga, X-Men, superheroes, and mythology collide. Join in as we chat about this beautifully done anthology that seamlessly melds Marvel if a way we haven't seen. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy! 

Demon Days  - Peach Momoko (writer/artist)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Post-Americana  

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Music at the End! 

Tokyo Cafe - TIVARI

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Welcome comic fans! We're headed to the Baxter Building and the Negative Zone in this one. Join in as we chat about this beautifully rendered story from Alex Ross, you might even enjoy a little clobberin time while you're at it. Thanks for listening! 

Fantastic Four: Full Circle - Alex Ross (artist) / Josh Johnson (colorist) / Ariana Maher (letterer)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Fantastic Four: Dark Reign   

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Music at the End! 

Vinyl Funk - AlisiaBeats 

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Welcome comic fans! We've got volume 1 of Char's Counterattack the manga today. Long title, check. Giant robots, check. Beyond the Time, doublecheck. Join in as we get way too into Gundam and chat about this first installment of the final battle between Amuro and Char. Thanks for listening! 

Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack - Beltorchika's Children Vol. 1 - Uroaki Sabishi (author)  

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Check out a Gundam series or movie. OG Gundam, Char's Counterattack, Gundam Wing. So many options!

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Hell...

Hello comic fans! We're digging into Warhammer 40K in this one with the five issue run of Warhammer 40K: Marneus Calgar. Get an inside look into the history of one Marneus Calgar, and the absolute asskickings he unleashes in the present. We've got 40K lore, gore, and more in store. Thanks for listening! 

Warhammer 40K: Marneus Calgar -  Kieron Gillen (writer) / Jacen Burrows (artist)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Imperial #1   

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Music at the End! 

Vinyl Funk - AlisiaBea...

Welcome comic fans! Oh you thought we wouldn't take another chance to talk James Stokoe? Hah, well buckle up cause we're talking Orc Stain today! The fantasy world suits Stokoe well and we had a good time with this one. So join in as we chat about a one-eyed orc just trying to survive on the run. There's also a Gundam rant in there. Thanks for listening! 

Orc Stain -  James Stokoe (writer, artist)  

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Savage Dragon, Spawn, Orphan & the Five Beasts 

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Welcome comic fans! Imagine a world inhabited by superheroes amidst the Cold War. Got it? Great! Cause we're taking a look at Watchmen today. Join in as we chat about one of the quintessential Alan Moore stories about what's right and wrong and then lengths some will go to for it. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy! 

Watchmen  - Alan Moore (writer) / Dave Gibbons (artist)  / John Higgins (colorist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Doomsday Clock 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Crisis on Infinite Earths, Planetary  

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Welcome comic fans! We're joining the battle Otherworld this week with X of Swords, part of the Hickman lead run of X-Men that we've gushed about before. And of course, we give plenty of shoutouts for the just incredible art in this one. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy! 

X of Swords  - Vita Ayala, Ed Brisson, Gerry Duggan, Jonathan Hickman, Tini Howard, Benjamin Percy, Zeb Wells, Leah Williams (writers) / Mahmud Asrar, Viktor Bogdanovic, Joshua Cassara, Carmen Carnero, Stefano Caselli, Leinil Francis Yu, Carlos Gomez, Pepe Larraz, Matteo Lolli, Phil Noto, Rod Reis, R. B. Silva, Marcus To...

Welcome comic fans! We head to Neopolis and join the intrepid officers of Precinct 10. This is Alan Moore's Top 10 folks. Get your law and order on. Thanks for listening! 

Top 10  -  Alan Moore (writer) / Gene Ha, Zander Cannon (artists) / Todd Klein (letterer)  

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Crossed

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Batman: Year One 

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Music at the End! 

Once In Paris - Pumpupthemind

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Times are weird out here, and not in a good way. Hel...

Welcome comic fans! A special one today, this is our 100th episode [insert your applause here]. We're wide ranging in this one and chat a bit about lessons learned, anime, our shared love of the Adult Swim block on Cartoon Network, and plenty more. Celebrate with us and as always thanks for listening! We'll get you back to your regularly scheduled comics next week. 

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Other cool works in this Issue: 

Fantastic Four Full Circle 
Grunt: The Art and Unpublished Comics of James Stokoe

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This Issue's recommendation: 

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Welcome comic fans! We descend into hell with the first volume of...well Hell's Paradise. A shonen treasure hunt story with sweet fights, bizarre enemies, and legitimately good buddy cop trope moments. Thanks for listening! 

Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku Vol. 1  -  Yuji Kaku (writer, artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Metal Gear Solid Omnibus 
Descenders 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Avengers Forever (1998-1999)

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Music at the End! 

Once In Paris - Pumpupthemind

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Welcome comic fans! We're back with more Brandon Graham. We've got Rain Like Hammers on deck for you. Join in as we embrace the techno future and follow a host of characters just trying to get by. Come for the worldbuilding and well stay for the world building cause it's pretty cool. Thanks for listening! 

Rain Like Hammers -  Brandon Graham (writer, artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

We Can Never Go Home 

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Music at the End! 

Once In...

Welcome comic fans! Everything's coming up sugar plums, whimsical magic, sprawling wonderland, and foul-mouthed. We talk about the first installment of Skottie Young's I Hate Fairyland in this one. Have you ever wanted to root for the worst version of Dorothy and Alice combined? No? Eh, fluff it. Thanks for listening! 

I Hate Fairyland -  Skottie Young (writer, artist) / Brett Bean (artist) / Nate Piekos (letterer) / Jean-Francois Beaulieu (colorist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Scud Magazine 
I Hate Fairyland Vol. 2 

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Welcome comic fans! We're talking about Sullivan's Sluggers today. A ragtag minor league team bumbles there way into a dead town for a game. And then the sun goes down....Join in as we chat about this pretty great horror comic. And what you thought we'd pass up a chance to talk Stokoe? Thanks for listening! 

Sullivan's Sluggers -  Mark Andrew Smith (writer) / James Stokoe (artists) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Pop Gun 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Orc Stain   

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Music at the End...

Welcome comic fans! This time we've got ring side seats for an extremely long fight with Predator vs Wolverine. Straight up action that effortlessly weaves the Predator in Wolverine's long and very complicated history. Thanks for listening! 

Predator vs. Wolverine -  Benjamin Percy (writer) / Ken Lashley, Gregg Land, Jay Leisten, Andrea Di Vito, Hayden Sherman, Kei Zama, Gavin Guidry (artists) / Juan Fernandez, Frank D'Armata, Alex Guimaraes, Matthew Wilson (colorists) / VC's Cory Petit (letterer)  

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

X of Swords  

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And another one for ya comic fans! We've got Charles Burns' Black Hole for you today. Seattle, the 1970s. Teens just trying to get through life, but thanks to "the Bug" things are far more complicated. Join in as we chat about this comic that does not pull its punches. Thanks for listening! 

Black Hole -  Charles Burns (writer, artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

X'ed Out 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Ultimate X-Men 1: Fears and Hates   

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Music at the End! 

Vinyl...

Hello comic fans! We're diving into the first issues of Transmetropolitan. Join in as we chat about Spider Jerusalem wrecking havoc upon his return to the City. It's gonzo journalism cranked up to 12 in this 15 minutes into the future epic where one man speaks truth to power the only way he knows how. Thanks for listening! 

Transmetropolitan Vol. 1: Back on the Street -  Warren Ellis (writer) / Darick Robertson (artist) / Rodney Ramos (inker) / Clem Robins (letterer) / Nathan Eyring (colorist)

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Watch...

Hello comic fans! Today we're bringing you Wonder Woman: Dead Earth. Diana like you've never seen her before. With a world utterly devastated and humanity on the brink, what will Wonder Woman do? Is there anything she can do? Thanks for listening! 

Wonder Woman: Dead Earth -  Daniel Warren Johnson (writer, artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Strange Academy  


This Issue's recommendation: 

Black Panther: Reign at Dusk  

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Music at the End! 

Vinyl Funk - AlisiaBeats

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Hello comic fans! We are chatting about Venom: Lethal Protector - Heart of the Hunted. Is there a colon in the title? You decide...dont worry about the ones we put in this description. Anywho join in as we talk the next chapter in Eddie Brock's standalone adventure. The ones before the other ones. Oh and ignore that symbiote over there, it's harmless. Thanks for listening! 

Venom: Lethal Protector - Heart of the Hunted - David Michelinie (writer) / Ivan Fiorelli, Bryan Valenza (artists)/ VC's Travis Lanham (letterer) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Fan...

Hello comic fans! We've got The Dark Tower: The Gunslinger Born for you today. The mastermind that is Stephen King gifted us The Gunslinger. Robin Furth and Peter David have given us the backstory in its stunning and brutal detail. Join in as we chat about the first in the Dark Tower: Beginnings series. Thanks for listening! 

The Dark Tower: The Gunslinger Born - Stephen King (creator) / Robin Furth (adaptation), Peter David (script) / Jae Lee, Richard Isanove (artists) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

The Stand (Marvel Comics), Last Knight on Earth   

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Welcome back comic fans! We've got even more Grant Morrison today! We chat about The Multiversity, an epic team up of DC's finest from across their multiverse. All 52! Tune in an enjoy, and thanks for listening! 

The Multiversity - Grant Morrison (writer) / Ivan Reis, Frank Quitely, Cameron Stewart, Chris Sprouse, Karl Story, Ben Oliver, Doug Mahnke (artist)    

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Crisis on Infinite Earths    

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This Issue's recommendation: 

We Called Them Giants 

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Music at the End! 

Vinyl F...

Welcome back comic fans! We've got more Grant Morrison today. We've got a healthy (or maybe unhealthy) dose of cosmic horror, equally horrifying dreams, and a few nods to Armageddon. Join in and thanks for listening! 

Nameless - Grant Morrison (writer) / Chris Burnham (artist)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

JLA (Grant Morrison) 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

The Fable Omnibus Vol. 1

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Music at the End! 

Vinyl Funk - AlisiaBeats 

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Welcome back comic fans! Back to the DC Universe with All-Star Superman. Has Lex Luthor finally bested his nemesis? What will Superman do in his final days? Why is Jimmy Olsen? Tune in an enjoy some of the adventures of the last days of Superman. Thanks for listening! 

All-Star Superman - Grant Morrison (writer) / Frank Quitely (artist) / Jamie Grant (inker, colorist) / Phil Balsman, Travis Lanham (letterers)   

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Blade: Mother of Evil 

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Music at the End! 

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Welcome back comic fans! We're chatting about Kaiju No. 8 Vol. 1 today. If you're looking for a cool twist on humans vs giant monsters then this is the manga for you. So sign up for the Defense Force and get to monster hunting! Thanks for listening! 

Kaiju No. 8 Vol. 1 - Naoya Matsumoto 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Sullivan's Sluggers

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Music at the End! 

Tokyo Cafe - TIVARI

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Hello comic fans! We enter the world of Tiger & Bunny today. Think the odd couple meets reality TV superpowers and you've got the recipe for this manga adaptation of an anime. Join in and thanks for listening! 

Tiger & Bunny Vol. 1 - Masafumi Nishida (original script) / Mizuki Sakakibara (artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Top 10 

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Music at the End! 

Once In Paris - Pumpupthemind

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Hello comic fans and welcome back! We've got the crossover epic The Black Vortex. The Guardians of the Galaxy and the X-Men team up to battle a nigh unstoppable cosmic force. Join in and thanks for listening! 

The Black Vortex - Sam Humphries (writer) / Ed McGuinness (artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

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This Issue's recommendation: 

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Black, White, and Green 

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Music at the End! 

Once In Paris - Pumpupthemind

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Hello comic fans! We've got Deadpool Black White & Blood on tap for you today. What's better than one Deadpool story? That's right, multiple!! Join in as we chat about the multiple stories that give an expansive and ridiculous window into the life of the Merc with the Mouth. Also there are rampaging zebras, and that's just the tip of the iceberg there. Thanks for listening! 

Deadpool Black White & Blood 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Sullivan's Sluggers, Deadpool Samurai   


This Issue's recommendation: 

Wonder Woman Dead Earth 

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Hello comic fans! From the Vertigo line of DC Comics comes We3. A trio of highly trained and very deadly pets escapes. We join them as they're relentlessly pursued, all in the quest to find home. Thanks for listening! 

We3 - Grant Morrison (writer) / Frank Quitely, Jamie Grant (artists) / Todd Klein (letterer) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

All-Star Superman, Multiversity   

This Issue's recommendation: 

All-Star Superman

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Hello comic fans! Another jump into DC Comics in this one as we chat about The Books of Magic. And guess what? What? No not you, the audience. This time we get help from John Constantine, the Phantom Stranger, Mister E, and Doctor Occult and learn about the ins, outs, horrors, wonders, and weirdness of magic in the DC Universe. Thanks for listening! 

The Books of Magic Vol. 1 - Neal Gaiman (writer) / John Bolton, Scott Hampton, Charles Vess, Paul Johnson (artists)

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Sandman   

This Issue's recommendation: 
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Hello comic fans! We've got more ronin! This time turtles style, of the Teenage Mutant Ninja variety. That's right The Last Ronin is on deck. We're aren't going to spoil this sweet, poignant, action packed, and gut wrenching story in the description (we totally do in the audio) but this is hands down one of the best entries in the TMNT universe. Kick back, grab your preferred ninja weapon and enjoy. Thanks for listening! 

Saga Volume 1 - Brian K. Vaughn (writer) / Fiona Staples (artist) 

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Tales of the Teena...

Hello comic fans! We're headed to the DC Universe today to check in on two of the JLA's most valuable mem....nah, who are we kidding. Join in as we chat about the global, time, and interdimensional adventures of Booster Gold and the Blue Beetle. Two superheroes that just want their recognition. What harm could there be?? Thanks for listening! 

Blue & Gold - Dan Jurgens (writer) / Ryan Sook (artist)

Other cool works in this Issue: 

Death of Superman  

This Issue's recommendation: 

Multiversity

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Hello comic fans! We've got the Marvel's the Wonderful Wizard of Oz today.  Join in as we chat about this adorably Skottie Young drawn adaption of the book (that's right the Wizard of Oz was a book, who knew!!). Will Dorothy and the gang find what they're looking for? Click your heels together and enjoy! 

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (2009) - Eric Shaower (writer)/L. Frank Baum (writer) / Skottie Young (artist) / Jeff Eckleberry (letterer) / Jean-Francois Beaulieu (colorist) 

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Hello comic fans! We've got 20th Century Boys Vol. 1 (the Perfect Edition) today.  Join in as we chat about the beginnings of a global conspiracy and those that will save the world. Even we have to ask, who is "Friend"? Thanks for listening! 

20th Century Boys Vol. 1 (the Perfect Edition) - Naoki Urasawa (writer, artist) 

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Hello comic fans! We're talking Fantasy Sports 1: The Court of Souls. Join in as we chat about this very fun, fast passed, and enjoyable story about a mismatched wizarding team vs. an evil mummy. It gets weirder folks.  Thanks for listening! 

Fantasy Sports 1: The Court of Souls  - Sam Bosma (writer, artist)  

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Hello comic fans! Another trip to a galaxy far, far away. This time with Star Wars the High Republic: The Edge of Balance Vol. 1 (yes, it's a lot of words, we regret nothing). Join in as we chat about a time long before the fall of the Jedi, a time of challenge, and looming threats in the aftermath of a great disaster.  Thanks for listening! 

Star Wars the High Republic: The Edge of Balance Vol. 1 - Shima Shinya & Justina Ireland (writers) / Mizuki Sakakibara (artist) 

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Hello comic fans! We're talking Frank Miller's Ronin. A tale of revenge, demons, futuristic New York, and a deadly samurai. Join in as we chat about this Frank Miller epic.  Thanks for listening! 

Ronin - Frank Miller (writer) / Lynn Varley (artist) 

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Lone Wolf & Cub - Kazuo Koike (writer) / Goseki Kojima (artist) 


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Hello comic fans! We're talking JLA The Nail. We're back in the world of DC Comics with an Elseworlds title that asks, what happens if the Kents go a nail in their tire
the day Kal-El crashed on Earth? A lot apparently, but somethings stay the same. Join us as we chat about a world without Superman, the majors players of the JLA if he wasn't around, and some musing on how much better Jimmy Olsen's life (well parts of it) are when he isn't the sidekick. Thanks for listening! 

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Hello comic fans! We're talking Reckless. Do you want a pulp-inspired 80's crime story, with a strung out fixer, and a conspiracy that takes readers across state lines. Join in as we chat about this initial entry into the story of Ethan Reckless. Thanks for listening! 

Saga Volume 1 - Ed Brubaker (writer) / Sean Phillips (artist) 

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Femme Fatale 

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Nameless  - Grant Morrison (writer) / Chris Burnham, Nathan Fairburn (artists) 

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Hello comic fans! We're talking Promethea Book 1 today. This Alan Moore epic might just be a definitive work in comic book philosophy. Join us as we chat about the beginnings of an intricate story Moore weaves and the power of ideas embodied in Promethea. Thanks for listening! 

Promethea Book 1 - Alan Moore (writer) / JH Williams, Mick Gray (artist) / Todd Klein (letterer)  

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Immortal Sergeant - Joe Kelly (writer) / Ken Nimura (artist) 

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Hello comic fans! We're talking Saga Volume 1. We delve into the first 6 chapters of this sprawling epic in a universe very unlike our own, but filled with very human characters. If you think you'd like a story of love, revenge, magic, technology, and ruminations on what war does to people, then this one's for you. Thanks for listening! 

Saga Volume 1 - Brian K. Vaughn (writer) / Fiona Staples (artist) 

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Welcome back comic fans! In this issue, we get a glimpse of what James Stokoe would do in the Alien universe. While there's no Ripley to save the day, this comic is a great entry in the franchise. Filled with tension, horror, and the sheer terror of battling xenomorphs. Don't forget to re-up your Weyland-Yutani contract, set that cryosleep chamber dial, and enjoy! 

Aliens: Dead Orbit - James Stokoe

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Hello comic fans! We're talking Steampunk: Manimatron. Take a healthy does of steampunk and mix in utterly bizarre human modification and you get Joe Kelly's epic story of on the nose hero Cole Blaquesmith's battle against the nefarious Dr. Absinthe. It's wild, it's weird, it's got its faults. But if you enjoy steampunk, give it a read. Thanks for listening! 

Steampunk: Manimatron - Joe Kelly (writer) / Chris Bachalo (artist) / BAD@$$ (colorist) 

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Generation X - Scott Lobdell (writer) / Chris Bachalo (artist) 


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Hello everyone! We're talking Battle Chasers today. If you want arcane punk with a heaping helping of manga inspired art, then this is the comic for you. Though its publication history is troubled this is a fun ride with pretty impressive art. Sit back and enjoy! 

Battle Chasers Anthology - Joe Madureira (writer, penciller, inker), Munier Sharrieff (writer) / Adam Warren, Ludo Lullabi (artists) / Tom McWeeney, Jason Martin, Vince Russel, Scott Williams, Tim Townsend, Trevor Scott (inkers)  

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Hello everyone! Journey to another Battleworld in this tour-de-force from Jonathan Hickman. How do you close out a run on Fantastic 4? Why with the total destruction of the Multiverse, that's how. Join in as we chat about this impressive crossover. We even make fun of Evil Reed Richard's hat. Sit back and enjoy! 

Secret Wars (2015-2016) - Jonathon Hickman (writer) / Esad Ribic (artist) / Ive Svorcina (colorist)  

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Welcome back listeners! In today's show we're chatting about the first volume of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Diamond is Unbreakable. Stands rule, enough said. Sit back and enjoy! 

Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Diamond is Unbreakable Vol. 1 - Hirohiko Araki 

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Hello everyone! We're chatting about Black Panther The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda Part 1! Yes, we know that's one long title. But hey we can roll past that can't we?
 
An amnesiac T'Challa battles the corrupted image of a nation he knows all too well. We talk art, writing, and our get into our regular tangents. Sit back and enjoy! 

Black Panther The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda Part One - Ta-Nehisi Coates (writer) / Daniel Acuna, David Navarro, Jen Bartel, Paul Reinwand, Triona Farrell (artists) / Joe Sabino (letterer) 

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Welcome back comic fans! We continue our journey through the X-Men universe. This time, stopping by in the aftermath of Scarlet Witch's decimation of the mutant population. Where will our heroes go from there? How will they recover? And is a mysterious signal that everyone wants the key to everything? Listen in and enjoy! 

X-Men: Messiah Complex - Ed Brubaker, Mike Carey, Peter David, Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost (writers) / Marc Silvestri, Billy Tan, Scot Eaton, Humberto Ramos, Chris Bachalo (pencillers) / Joe Weems, Marco Galli, Danny Miki, Allan Martinez, John Dell, Carlos Cuevas, Tim Townsend, Victor Olazaba, Jon S...

Hello everyone! We've got a look at the paranormal, the occult, and everything that goes bump in the night with Hellboy: Seed of Destruction. Join in as we get to know the BPRD and its everyman demonic investigator. Sit back and enjoy! 

Hellboy: Seed of Destruction - Mike Mignola (writer, artist)  

BPRD Omnibus: Plague of Frogs - Mike Mignola (writer, artist)

Daredevil: The Man Without Fear - Frank Miller (writer), John Romita, Jr. (artist) 

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Hello everyone! We've got a look at the paranormal, the occult, and everything that goes bump in the night with Hellboy: Seed of Destruction. Join in as we get to know the BPRD and its everyman demonic investigator. Sit back and enjoy! 

Hellboy: Seed of Destruction - Mike Mignola (writer, artist)  

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BPRD Omnibus: Plague of Frogs - Mike Mignola (writer, artist)

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Daredevil: The Man Without Fear - Frank Miller (writer), John Romita, Jr. (artist) 

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Hello everyone! We've got another sci-fi adventure. This time in a universe not our own. Join in as we chat about the world of Skydoll: Decade, filled with anthropomorphic animals, wind up dolls yearning for autonomy, and ruminations on the role of religion in the universe. That's right, we said ruminations, fancy we know. Sit back and enjoy! 

Sky Doll: Decade - Alessandro Barbucci, Barbara Canepa   

Sky Doll: Sudra - Alessandro Barbucci, Barbara Canepa 

Drowntown - Robbie Morrison, Jim Murray 

Predator vs. Wolverine - Benjamin Percy (writer), Cory Petit (letterer) 

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Hello comic fans! To round off things from our last issue we're diving into Battle Angel Alita Mars Chronicle. Join in as we chat about Alita's early years, worldbuilding on Mars, and some of the manga's best villains. Enjoy! 

Battle Angel Alita Mars Chronicle - Yukito Kishiro   

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Hello comic fans! We're checking back in with our favorite cyborg. No not that cyborg the other one. Yup, that's right we've got Battle Angel Alita Last Order 
on tap today! We're even putting together our own team for the ZOTT! 

Battle Angel Alita Last Order - Yukito Kishiro  

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Hello comic fans! We've got volume 1 of Assassination Classroom today. Join in as we chat about the most bizarre looking assassin, the over the top comedy, and antics that make this series work. And what doesn't. Sit back and enjoy! 

Assassination Classroom - Yusei Matsui 

Mobile Suit Gundam Char's Counterattack Beltorchika's Children Vol. 1 - Uroaki Sabisi, Talayuki Yanase (artists) / Yutaka Izubuchi (designer) / Hajime Yatate, Yoshiyuki Tomino (original writers) 

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Hello comic fans! In today's issue we are taking a look at one of the most prolific mangakas, Junji Ito, and his work Uzumaki. Joins us as we chat about this manga's bizarre mystery, and various rants as usual. Enjoy! 

Uzumaki - Junji Ito 

Black Paradox - Junji Ito 

Mighty Morphin Vol. 1 - Ryan Parrott (Owriter) / Marco Renna (illustrator) / Walter Baiamonte, Katia Ranalli (colorists) /  Ed Dukeshire (letterer) / Inhyuk Lee (cover artist)

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Hello everyone! We're talking about the King of the Monsters today with Godzilla: Half Century War. Another issue where we gush about James Stokoe and his fascinating take on a timeless, and apparently immortal, kaiju. Sit back and enjoy! 

Godzilla: Half Century War - James Stokoe (writer, artist) 

Aliens: Dead Orbit - James Stokoe (writer, artist)

Opus - Satoshi Kon 

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Hello everyone! Today's issue has us talking about We Stand on Guard. A look into the near future where the US decides to launch Operation 1812 2 Operation Boogaloo. Ok
they don't actually call it that but we get into the weeds about the aftermath of a war set 20 minutes in the future, the dark comedy, menacing villain, and the great art. Sit back and enjoy! 

We Stand on Guard - Brian K. Vaughn (writer) / Steve Skroce (artist) / Matt Hollingsworth (colorist)  

Clobberin' Time - Steve Skroce (writer, artist, penciller) 

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Hello again comic fans, we're bringing you some early Deadpool with Deadpool: The Circle Chase. Join in as we chat about the merc with a mouth's '90s escapades as he 
chases down a highly sought after treasure with plenty of enemies on his tale. Enjoy! 

Deadpool: The Circle Chase - Fabian Nicieza (writer) / Joe Madureira (penciller) / Mark Farmer (inker) / Glynis Oliver (colorist) / Chris Eliopoulos (letterer) 

Vagabond - Takehiko Inoue 

Astonishing Spider-Man & Wolverine - Jason Aaron (writer) / Adam Kubert (artist)

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Hello everyone! Today's issue has us diving into the Kevin Smith fueled run Guardian Devil. This Daredevil adventure mixes the staples of the "Devil of Hell's Kitchen" with Kevin Smith's unique style. We even try to answer the timeless question of should Daredevil be allowed to take care of a baby. Sit back and enjoy! 

Guardian Devil - Kevin Smith (writer) / Joe Quesada, Jimmy Palmiotti (artists) 

Daredevil: Born Again - Frank Miller (writer) / David Mazzucchelli (artist) / Joe Rosen (letterer) / Christie "Max" Scheele (colorist) 

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Hello comic fans! Today's issue brings us the delightfully charming story of Penny Brighton, whose days go from bad to worse in Lucky Penny. We love the art, the jokes, the inserts,  and even the story (surprising we know). So kick back, or clean your fridge, and make sure not to roll a critical failure when you throw your D20. Enjoy! 

Lucky Penny - Ananth Hirsh (writer) / Yuka Ota (illustrator) 

Lucky Penny: Color Edition - Ananth Hirsh (writer) / Yuka Ota (illustrator) / Julia Hagerty (colorist) 

Sky Doll: Decade - Alessandro Barbucci, Barbara Canepa (authors) 
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Hello comic fans! Today's issue has us devling into the House of M. The Scarlet Witch has given everyone everything they've wanted. But not everything is as it seems. Enjoy! 

House of M - Brian Michael Bendis (writer) / Olivier Coipel (penciller) / Tim Townsend (inker) / Frank D'Armata (colorist) 

X-Men: Messiah Complex - Ed Brubaker, Mike Carey, Peter David, Craig Kyle and Christopher Yost (writers) / Marc Silvestri, Billy Tan, Scot Eaton, Humberto Ramos and Chris Bachalo (pencillers) / Joe Weems w/Marco Galli, Danny Miki w/Allan Martinez, John Dell, Carlos Cuevas, Tim Townsend w/Victor Olazaba, Jon Si...

Hello comic fans! We've got a bit of Star Trek The Next Generation for you. This time we travel to the Mirror Universe and check out some of the nefarious adventures of the Terran Empire's worst and most cunning. We may not love every thing about Mirror Broken, but we're gonna nerd out anyway. So get comfy in that captain's chair and hit that warp drive. Enjoy! 

Star Trek The Next Generation Mirror Broken - Scott and David Tipton (writers) / J.K. Woodward (artist) 

Hellboy: Seed of Destruction - John Byrne, Mike Mignola (writers) / Mike Mi...

Hello again comic fans, we're bringing you the first volume of Go Go, Loser Ranger by Negi Haruba. Don't know about you but we always wanted to be Power Rangers. Things didn't work out but at least we get this fun and darkly comedic take on superhero rangers dedicated to protecting something, but it might not be peace. Enjoy! 

Go Go, Loser Ranger - Negi Haruba 

Godzilla: Half Century War - James Stokoe 

Assassination Classroom - Yusei Matsui 

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Welcome comic fans! We follow up from the last show with the sequel Deadpool Killustrated. Equally dark, insane, and now containing great characters of literature! Yeah, Deadpool is still on a rampage.  

Deadpool Killustrated - Cullen Bunn (writer) / Matteo Lolli (penciler) / Sean Parsons (inker) / Veronica Gandini (colorist) / Joe Sabino (letterer) / Michael Del Mundo (cover artist) 

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Welcome once again comic fans! Our issue this time is Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe. Dark, insane, and many instances of breaking the fourth wall from our favorite merc with a mouth. Prepare for the heartwarming story of the merc with the mouth wipes out everybody in Marvel. 

Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe - Cullen Bunn (writer) / Dalibor Talajic (penciler, inker) / Lee Loughridge (colorist) / Kaare Andrews (cover artist) 

Deadpool vs. Old Man Logan - Declan Shalvey (writer) / Mike Henderson (penciler, inker) / Lee Loughridge (colorist) / Joe Sabino (letterer) / Declan Shalvey, Jordie Bellaire (cover artists) 

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Welcome once again comic fans! In today's issue we bring you Terra Formars Vol. 1. Consider, a Martian terraforming project gone horribly wrong, bizarre cockroaches hell bent on wiping out humanity, and the daring plan to splice people with bug powers to fight back. Absolutely nothing can go wrong.   

Terra Formars - Yu Sasuga 

Terra Formars (film) - Takashi Miike 
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Hello comic fans! We've got Steam Detectives Vol. 1 on tap today. Get your best sleuthing outfit and steam powered robot for this one as we chat about this mid 90s-early 2000s manga from Kia Asamiya. Enjoy!  

Steam Detectives - Kia Asamiya 

Steampunk Manimatron - Joe Kelly (writer) / Chris Bachalo (penciller) / Richard Friend (inker) / Richard Starkings (letterer)

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Hello comic fans! Rounding out our Shonen Jump adventure, we're talking One Piece today! Who doesn't love a wacky pirate adventure? Join in as we chat about Volume 1 of this impressively long running series. Enjoy!  

One Piece - Eiichiro Oda 

Alice in Borderland - Haro Aso 

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure - Hirohiko Araki 

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Hello comic fans! We dive into some of Shonen Jump's most popular titles with Bleach. Join us as we get introduced to some Soul Reapers and their early adventures! 

Bleach - Tite Kubo 

Burn the Witch - Tite Kubo 

Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku - Yuji Kaku 

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Hello comic fans! Continuing our Shonen Jump adventure, we've got Naruto on deck today! While we can't be the 7th, we're shooting for the next! 

Naruto - Masashi Kishimoto 

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Last but not least comic fans, we've got The Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface! We close things out with the last entry from Masamune himself. What is human? What is the self? Join in and enjoy! 

The Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface - Masamune Shirow 

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Hello and welcome to round 3 of our look at manga from the Ghost in the Shell. This time we're diving into the new adventures of Section 9 after the Major's disappearance with The Ghost in the Shell: The Human Algorithm Vol. 1-3. This work is the latest entry in the manga portion of the franchise and continues to push it forward for the next generation of cyber-punk enthusiasts. Join in and enjoy! 

The Ghost in the Shell: The Human Algorithm - Junichi Fujisaku (writer) / Yuki Yoshimoto (artist) / Masamune Shirow (original creator) 

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Hello comic fans! We've got number two in our The Ghost in the Shell series! You've heard us nerd out over the first manga. In this issue we're talking about the law and order procedural stories that make up The Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor. Enjoy and stay tuned for more The Ghost in the Shell! 

The Ghost in the Shell 1.5 - Human Error Processor: Masamune Shirow 

Dominion: Masamune Shirow 

Black Magic: Masamune Shirow

Orion: Masamune Shirow

Appleseed: Masamune Shirow

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Hello comic fans! We've got the first of a slate of episodes on The Ghost in the Shell. One of Masamune Shirow's definitive works, and a massive influence on the cyber-punk genre. Join in as we take a bite out of cyber crime with the gang at Section 9. Stay tuned for more Ghost in the Shell soon! 

The Ghost in the Shell: Masamune Shirow 
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Welcome back! We've got the unhinged masterpiece that is Jason Shiga's Demon on tap today. Once again we've got an average Joe that's immortal, a decades spanning story, some rather creative  reincarnations, a healthy dose of sacrilege, an absolutely bonkers conspiracy, and more. 

If you've ever wondered what is was like to be able to jump from body to body in an instance, well have we got the comic for you.            

Demon: Jason Shiga

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Welcome back! Universal War is on the menu today and it's a doozy of a sci-fi epic. We've got masterful art, an extraordinary story through space and time, plenty of ne'erdowells, and much more. Enjoy!           

Universal War One: Denis Bajram (writer) / Denis Bajram (artist) /  Joe Caramagna (letterer) / Denis Bajram (colorist) 

Samurai: Jean-Francois Giorgio (writer) / Frederic Genet (artist) 

Sky Doll: Barbara Canepa, Alessandro Barbucci (writers/artists) 

Scourge of the Gods: Valerie Mangin (writer) / Aleksa Gajic (artist)

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Hello comic fans! We've got a little something different for you this time. An extra long episode where we wax poetic (fancy we know) about the wonder that is/was/and always will be The Venture Bros. Join in as Adam, Corey, and special guest Greg, of the "A Matter of 5 Things" podcast, chat about this great show, how comics and other media influenced it, and the movie that tied everything together. Enjoy!          

The Venture Bros.: Jackson Publick (creator) / Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer (writers)  

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Welcome back! We talk about The Wicked + The Divine, a fascinating story of gods emerging and then dying soon after. But is there more to it than that? Listen along and enjoy. Definitely one you should put on your reading list.         

The Wicked + The Divine: Kieron Gillen (writer) / Jamie McKelvie (artist) / Clayton Cowles (letterer) / Matt Wilson (colorist) 

Moon Knight From the Dead: Warren Ellis (writer) / Declan Shalvey (artist) 

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Hello all! This issue is all about Steve Skroce's Maestros. Immaculate art, check. Bizarre and terrifying world of wizarding, check. Absolutely awful personalities, check.  Incredible magic fights, check and check. Join in as we get into it about this ride through a magical world that's not for the faint of heart. 

Maestros: Steve Skroce (writer/illustrator) / Dave Stewart (colorist) / Fonografiks (letterer)  

We Stand On Guard: Brian K. Vaughan (writer) / Steve Skroce (artist) / Matt Hollingsworth (colorist) 

Post Americana: Steve Skroce (writer/illustrator) / Dave Stewart (colorist) / Fonografiks (letterer)

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