Original Post 04 Feb 2007
Allright, so instead of just picking my 3 favourite issues i'll add a little list of the comics i bought and those that are worth picking up... And since i'm lazy, this changed from a Weekly to a bi-monthly blog hehehe 
I had a bunch of comics on reserve, so there might be issues from a month or two in the past.
X-Men First Class #4-5 "****"
Great comics! I was skeptical when the serie started, because i'm not a huge fan of mutants... But these two issues were pretty good. Set in the past, when the x-men were sporting matching uniforms and Beast was not blue and furry yet. The 4th one is featuring Dr. Strange, and the 5th has a participation from Thor. For those that like one-shots, or good laughs, i'd definetly pick up #5.
Batman and the Mad Monk #5-6 "*"
I recommend that you stay away from that complete mini-series. Boring art, uneventful story. I have nothing more to say.
Mythos : Ghost Rider "***"
Staying true to the Mythos arc, the pages of this book have colorful paintings, and the one-shot story is pretty good too. Notable Quote: "It's God who creates all of our tragedies, but it's the devil who makes us care"
1602 : Fantastic Four #4 "***"
For fans of what-ifs! a 5-issue mini-series that features the Fantastic Four in... you guest it... 1602! With hilarious olde-english dialogues and interesting takes on classic FF characters like Dr. Doom and Namor, and even Medusa.
Squadron Supreme: Hyperion vs Nighthawk #1 "***"
I never bought or read a comic featuring them before, but felt like taking a chance and wanted to see some action, plus i always give mini-series a chance. I liked the fight scene and the setting of the story, but the art did not impress me. I suppose fans of these two heros or fans of batman vs superman stories (that's how it feels to me) will want to pick up that issue!
The Irredeemable Ant-Man "*****"
So far this title lives up to my every expectations! With a complete story, great, feel and pace, a good mix of action and humor, and unpredicable development. Not too late to jump in the serie!
Agents of Atlas #6 "*"
Bad story, from #1 to this last number. It was actually a relief for me that the series finally ended. I bought #1 because it seemed entertaining and i'm a fan of Machine Man. All of the other numbers were terrible, and i kept buying them expecting something cool to happen... #3 made me laugh a little, but that's it. No pickles.
The Immortal Iron Fist #2 "****"
Now that's a cool story! Fanboys of this underdog, if you aren't already buying this arc, do it! You get to see glimpses of past Iron Fists, and there's a twist in this issue that kick-starts the story. With a classic appearance by Luke Cage and Hydra!
Spider-Man The Reign #2 "**"
More classic tales with a twist! Like i said in my last blog, this whole arc feels like an outrageous plagiarism of Frank Miller's Dark Knight Returns, but still features cool drawings. Very violent, featuring tons of villains!
Eternals #6 "***"
I had a lot of expectations for this whole arc, and so far i have been quite disapointed. #1 to 3 are fun, but the pace seems to slow down with every issue, and by the 6th i have lost interest...
Doctor Strange The Oath #4 "****"
I really like this whole storyline so far. Cool drawings, the pace of the story can be a little slow, but so far i am turning into a Dr. Strange fanboy!
Civil War : The Return "**"
I bought this one because i pick up everything concerning Civil War. I am also a fan of Quasar, and the variant cover was featuring him. The book contains a story about Quasar and one about The Sentry. But the thing is, they are not really stories, more like explanations of what the hell's hapenning with these two dudes and what are they doing to influence Civil War. Not a must-see unless you want to know absolutely everything about Civil War.
Wolverine #50 "*****"
Yeaaaaaaaah! Must-see! For once, the cover does not lie about it's content. Marketed as the issue that would contain the final Logan vs Sabertooth fight. Ultra-violent, face paced, packed with snikts and slashes! Also contains a very original one-shot story of a kind of re-enactment of Wolverine's first appearance in the pages of Hulk back in the days (Incredible Hulk #180-181 to be exact, wich weres published in 1974 and are now worth $135 and $1325 respectively, judged with www.comicspriceguide.com ). The story also somehow connects with the unfinished Ultimate Wolvie vs Hulk within it. Pretty neat issue!
Moon Knight #7 "**"
I always felt dragged towards Moony, and i don't know why. The art in this book is incredible and the action insanely violent, but the story is not as good as you might expect. Featuring Spider-Man on the cover and about 6 whole panels, and boasting a "Casualties of War" banner for pretty much no reason, except that you see Steve Rodgers (sorry, Captain America) in the last page. I guess they really need the money, but you don't have to buy this book.
Punisher War Journal #3 "***"
Still featuring awesome art, but less action and dark humor, this title is a must for Punisher, Captain America and Civil War fans!
Iron Man / Captain America "***"
An interesting issue devoted to giving some depth to Civil War. Pick it up if you are a fan of either character or Civil War, but stay away if not!
Bullet Points #3 "****"
What-ifs are IN these days, let me tell ya! And this one is astonishing so far! The writer really explores the marvel universe, and finds ways to transform certain characters into other just as important individiualsVery freaky, neaty, unpredictable-y. SPOILERS AHEAD: So far, Steve Rogers wears the Iron Man armor, Peter Parker turned into the Hulk, and last but not least, Reed Richards is now boasting an eye patch and is boss of S.H.I.E.L.D., all this because of one bullet!
Annihilation #6 "*****"
Fuck yeah! Cosmic battles! Universe-wide ramifications! Nova! The Kree! Annihilus! Galactus and Silver Surfer! Action and unexpected turns, good art and great ending to a good arc that lasted all year. Amazing cover and great kick-off for new cosmic character series. I definetly recomend picking it up!
Silent War #1 "****"
Things are not looking good for the United States in Marvel comics... A civil war from our spandex-sporting friends, two universe almost destroyed (check Annihilation), Atlantean terrorist cells, Wakanda considered a threat, and now, The Inhumans make their first move in the war they declared on the US a while ago. I'm a big fan of Inhumans, and i suggest this book. I think it was published a little too early, though. The story seems to take place after Civil War, and the Mr.Fantastic-Invisible Woman couple seems to be back together. Oh well. Great drawings and original story exploring the mythos of the Inhumans a little.
Ultimate Civil War: Spider-Ham #1 "***"
Nostalgia alert! With a funny feel and a great concept, and several full pages of ham-renditions of heros. The fantastic Four's one is ASTONISHING! Pick it up if you are open-minded!
Ghost Rider #94.
Haven't read this one yet. It's a print of an unfinished issue from more than 10 years ago, fans of the flaming skull will be be delighted for certain!
Wolverine Origins #10 "****"
Woa! This title is true to what it promised: explore Wolverine's back story plot holes to the fullest! SPOILERS: Featuring Omega Red, Wolverine's son (!), and the apparent death of that dude with a cool mustach who's now in Shield. I think his name is Dum Dum.
Black Panther #24 "***"
This issue was kind of confusing, printed too late, and seems to have been written solely to close plot holes in the Civil War series.
Warhammer 40,000 Damnation Crusade #1 "***"
Pick it up if: you are Warhammer 40,000 geek like me, or a sci-fi fan, of a "dark future" reader. I always had a crush on space marines, and this title explores their universe. The art is not bewildering, but not ugly either. Very dark and intriguing.
Fantastic Four #542 "**"
Very boring, completely unrelated to Civil War even if it had a banner. Sporting an amasing image of the human torch, who barely appears this issue. Solely for fans of The Thing.
The New Avengers #26 "****"
Since this title will apparently die off after Civil War to become The Mighty Avengers or something, it explains what the hell's hapenning with HawkMan and the Scarlet Witch. Very interesting, with great art.
What If? Featuring X-Men, Age of Apocalypse "***"
To quote Deadpool: "Not really THE Age of Apocalypse, more like AN Age of Apocalypse". A must-have for What If? fans, since it's actually a What-If? of a What-If? when you really think about it hahaha. Great images, amazing colors, and compeling story.
What If? Featuring X-Men, Deadly Genesis "***"
This story is one of the darkest Marvel publications that have recently been published. I had a lot of trouble keeping up with the story since i know nothing of the original storyline from wich it derives... Still quite interesting. With yet again amazing art and colors.
Well, that's it for today folks! I don't know if that's really helpful to anyone. If you'd rather read an actual review of the comic's content, head on to Brian Labelle's blog (he's in my top friends). The great great comic shop where i obtain all my comics and lets me put them in a bin when i don't have enough money is http://www.carsleyscomics.com/ in Montreal. Make Mine Marvel!
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