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09/10/25
DC COMICS
Writer: Gretchen Felker-Martin
Artist: Jeff Spokes
Rating / Label: Mature readers, in-continuity ongoing series
Jason Todd’s New Beginning in a City of Shadows
When DC Comics launches a new series with Jason Todd at the center, expectations are always high.
“Red Hood #1” delivers a story that feels both familiar and freshly unsettling, one that pulls Jason far from Gotham’s shadowy rooftops and plants him in the sweltering streets of New Angelique.
This new city, rife with corruption, humidity, and moral ambiguity, becomes more than a backdrop; it’s a character in its own right, pressing down on Jason as he struggles to redefine himself after the events of “Batman: Hush 2.”
The issue opens with Jason reeling from wounds both physical and psychological.
He’s looking for a new beginning, but the city doesn’t let him rest. A series of violent murders, some tied to law enforcement, quickly drags him into a web of deceit and danger.
There are hints of psychic manipulation, cover-ups, and betrayals waiting around every corner. It’s not just a mystery; it’s a test of whether Jason can survive in a place that feels just as broken as he is.
Helena Bertinelli, better known as the Huntress, plays a key role in the story. She’s not simply a supporting character but a reflection of Jason himself another outcast of the Bat Family, another figure walking the line between justice and vengeance. Their uneasy partnership adds tension and dimension, raising questions about whether Jason is truly breaking free from Batman’s legacy or simply rewriting it in bloodier ink.
Visually, Jeff Spokes’ art makes New Angelique oppressive and alive. The color palette radiates heat and grime, every panel dripping with atmosphere. The violence is raw and unflinching, yet it never feels gratuitous it’s part of Jason’s reality. The way Spokes renders Jason’s scars and posture underscores just how broken and driven he has become. Gretchen Felker-Martin’s writing leans into noir traditions, with narration that feels jagged and weary, perfectly matching Jason’s psyche.
What stands out most is how unapologetically dark the tone is. This is not a superhero comic brimming with optimism. It’s a crime saga drenched in blood and sweat, a detective mystery that doesn’t shy away from the ugliness of corruption or the weight of trauma. Some readers may find the heaviness overwhelming, especially if they prefer the lighter, more team-oriented adventures of the Bat Family. Others may question how firmly the series ties to DC continuity, as the story sometimes reads more like a mature Black Label title than an ongoing canon installment.
Still, “Red Hood #1” works because it embraces Jason Todd’s contradictions. He is broken but unyielding, a man trying to be better but pulled back into violence at every turn. The mystery of the “Tower killings” is compelling, the atmosphere is unforgettable, and the partnership with Huntress promises layers of conflict worth exploring.
In the end, this first issue is a bold step forward for Red Hood. It might not be for everyone, its grit and brutality can feel suffocating—but for readers who crave crime-driven, morally complex storytelling, this is exactly the kind of comic worth following.
Score: 8.5 / 10
“Red Hood #1” is for fans who have always wanted to see Jason Todd fully separated from Batman, standing on his own in a world that wants him dead or corrupted. It’s for readers who appreciate a noir-tinged tale of survival and who don’t mind getting their hands dirty in the process.
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09/03/25
IMAGE COMICS
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
A Haunting New Take on the Zombie Genre
Image Comics delivers something truly unique this week with Everything Dead and Dying #1, a miniseries that dares to ask: what if you chose to live alongside the undead instead of fighting them?
From Eisner Award-nominated creators Tate Brombal (Barbalien, Batgirl) and Jacob Phillips (That Texas Blood, Newburn), this haunting rural character piece is best described as The Walking Dead meets Essex County.
Jack Chandler is the sole survivor of the zombie apocalypse in his rural farming community, but rather than eliminate them, he has chosen to continue living alongside the undead, including the husband and adopted daughter who were once his family.
This premise immediately sets Everything Dead and Dying apart from the crowded zombie genre by focusing on acceptance rather than survival.
What we have here is something a little deeper. A man immune to the zombie virus continues to live his life in the same manner as before the apocalypse. He keeps a farm of living and undead livestock. He helps the walking dead citizens maintain their routine. This approach transforms the typical zombie narrative from one of horror and action into something more meditative and emotionally complex.
Everything Dead and Dying #1 is a clever take on zombies. It's character oriented in a way the genre often isn't, partly because Brombal doesn't rely on the same formula for what the zombies are. By centering the story on Jack's emotional journey rather than zombie action sequences, the series promises to explore themes of loss, acceptance, and what it means to hold onto love even after death.
The creative team has crafted what's been described as The Last of Us meets Yellowstone, blending the emotional weight of post-apocalyptic survival with the isolated, rural atmosphere of a western. This unique genre mashup allows for a more intimate exploration of grief and family bonds in extraordinary circumstances.
Phillips's art and Martin's coloring further elevate the issue, bringing visual depth to this emotionally complex narrative. Jacob Phillips, known for his atmospheric work on That Texas Blood and Newburn, brings his signature style to create a world that feels both familiar and deeply unsettling. The rural setting provides a perfect backdrop for this story of isolation and acceptance.
In a genre often dominated by action and gore, Everything Dead and Dying #1 offers something genuinely fresh: a zombie story about love, not fear. This heartbreaking new take on the zombie story suggests that the most interesting horror stories aren't about the monsters we fight, but about the ones we choose to live with.
For readers tired of typical zombie fare, this series promises a more thoughtful, character-driven approach that explores what happens when survival isn't the only option. When outsiders eventually threaten Jack's carefully maintained world, the story will test not just his physical survival, but his emotional commitment to the life he's built with the undead.
Everything Dead and Dying #1 is available now at comic shops and digital platforms. Don't miss this bold reimagining of what zombie stories can be: a meditation on love, loss, and the lengths we'll go to preserve what matters most, even after death.
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08/27/25
DC COMICS
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When the Massive-verse Meets Gotham
DC Comics is taking a bold creative swing this week with Immortal Legend Batman #1, released August 27, 2025. What makes this Batman launch particularly intriguing is the creative pedigree behind it—the acclaimed team responsible for Image Comics' beloved Massive-verse is bringing their unique storytelling sensibilities to the Dark Knight.
The Massive-verse team has earned critical acclaim for their innovative approach to superhero storytelling, crafting interconnected narratives that blend spectacular action with deeply human character moments. Their work has consistently pushed the boundaries of what superhero comics can be, making them an inspired choice to tackle Batman's mythology.
Bringing this team to Batman represents more than just another creative handoff—it's a collision of two distinct comic book philosophies. The Massive-verse creators have built their reputation on subverting superhero tropes while honoring what makes the genre compelling. Applied to Batman, this approach promises fresh perspectives on familiar Gotham elements.
The title itself suggests this isn't just another Batman story. "Immortal Legend" hints at exploring Batman's mythic status both within the DC Universe and in popular culture. Batman has always been more than just a character—he's an icon, a symbol, and increasingly, a legend that transcends any single interpretation.
This creative team's track record suggests they'll likely examine what it means for Batman to be both a man and a legend. How does the mythology surrounding the Dark Knight affect Bruce Wayne? How do the stories told about Batman shape the reality of his mission? These are the kinds of meta-textual questions the Massive-verse creators excel at exploring.
In today's comics landscape, Batman appears in multiple ongoing series, each offering different takes on the character. What sets Immortal Legend Batman #1 apart is the creative DNA behind it. The Massive-verse team has proven they can balance spectacular superhero action with thoughtful character work and innovative storytelling techniques.
For Batman fans, this represents an opportunity to see the character through a completely different lens—one that's been refined through the creators' work building their own superhero universe. For fans of the Massive-verse, it's a chance to see how their favorite creators interpret one of comics' most iconic characters.
DC's decision to hand Batman over to creators known for their independent superhero work shows confidence in both the character's flexibility and the creative team's vision. Batman has survived countless reinterpretations over the decades, from camp to gritty realism to cosmic adventures. The character's enduring appeal lies partly in his ability to work across different storytelling approaches.
The Massive-verse team's involvement suggests Immortal Legend Batman will offer something genuinely different from other Batman titles on the stands. Whether you're a longtime Batman reader looking for a fresh perspective or a Massive-verse fan curious to see these creators tackle an established icon, this debut issue promises to be worth your attention.
Immortal Legend Batman #1 is available now at comic shops and digital platforms. Don't miss this unique creative experiment that brings together some of comics' most innovative voices with its most enduring legend.
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08/20/25
DC COMICS
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
After more than eight decades of continuous publication, Detective Comics reaches an extraordinary milestone with issue #1100, released this week on August 20, 2025. This isn't just another comic on the shelf—it's a testament to the enduring power of Batman and the rich legacy of DC's longest-running series.
What Makes This Issue Special
Detective Comics #1100 arrives as an oversized celebration featuring short stories crafted by all-star creative teams. This anthology approach allows multiple talented creators to contribute their unique voices to Batman's world, offering readers a diverse collection of stories that showcase different aspects of the Dark Knight's mythology.
The milestone format is particularly fitting for Detective Comics, which has been home to some of the most influential Batman stories ever told. From Batman's first appearance in Detective Comics #27 back in 1939 to countless iconic tales that have shaped the character over the decades, this series has consistently been at the heart of Batman's evolution.
Reaching issue #1100 is no small feat in today's comic book landscape. It represents not just longevity, but sustained quality and reader devotion across multiple generations. Detective Comics has survived industry upheavals, changing creative teams, and evolving storytelling styles while maintaining its position as a cornerstone of DC Comics' publishing line.
The anthology format of this milestone issue echoes some of Detective Comics' greatest moments, when the series served as a showcase for different types of mystery and detective stories. By bringing together multiple creative teams, DC is honoring that tradition while allowing contemporary creators to add their own chapters to this legendary series.
In an era where comic series frequently restart with new #1 issues, Detective Comics' commitment to maintaining its original numbering makes each milestone genuinely meaningful. Issue #1100 represents not just a number, but a continuous narrative thread that connects decades of storytelling and countless readers who have followed Batman's adventures through this series.
Whether you're a longtime Detective Comics reader or someone curious about jumping into Batman's world, issue #1100 offers an accessible entry point that celebrates the past while pointing toward the future. The variety of stories within ensures there's something for every type of Batman fan, from those who love detective work to those drawn to action and adventure.
Detective Comics #1100 is available now at comic book stores and digital platforms. Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic milestone.
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08/13/25
MARVEL COMICS
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
When the galaxy's most lethal hunters decide Earth's heroes have become the ultimate prey, no corner of the Marvel Universe is safe.
Predator Kills The Marvel Universe #1 explodes onto shelves as the devastating climax to Benjamin Percy's acclaimed Marvel-Predator saga, promising a bloodbath that will redefine what it means to be hunted.
Percy, the mastermind behind critically praised runs on X-Force and Wolverine, brings his signature blend of visceral storytelling and psychological depth to this ultimate crossover event.
Known for his ability to balance spectacular action with genuine character stakes, Percy has crafted what early reviews are calling a "no-holds-barred" spectacle that strips away the safety net typically afforded to Marvel's mightiest heroes.
This isn't just another superhero team-up; it's a systematic dismantling of everything fans thought they knew about their favorite characters' invulnerability.
Joining Percy is the powerhouse artistic duo of Marcelo Ferreira and Daniel Picciotto, whose previous collaborations have earned widespread acclaim for their cinematic scope and unflinching attention to brutal detail. Ferreira's dynamic layouts capture both the alien majesty of Predator technology and the raw humanity of heroes pushed beyond their limits, while Picciotto's finishing work ensures every panel crackles with tension and impending doom. Together, they've created what industry insiders are describing as "Marvel spectacle with Predator savagery," a visual feast that's as beautiful as it is terrifying.
The story wastes no time establishing its apocalyptic tone. As a Predator King emerges to lead the most dangerous hunt in galactic history, Earth's defenders discover that their greatest strengths may become their most fatal weaknesses. The Predators haven't simply arrived to collect trophies; they've come to prove that humanity's heroes are nothing more than elaborate prey, and their hunting grounds now encompass every corner of the Marvel Universe from the streets of New York to the cosmic reaches of space.
What sets this series apart from typical "versus" comics is Percy's commitment to exploring the psychological horror beneath the surface violence. This isn't just about who wins in a fight; it's about watching heroes confront the terrifying reality that they may have finally met adversaries who view their noble sacrifices and heroic deaths as nothing more than sport. The result is a comic that promises to be as emotionally devastating as it is visually spectacular, delivering the kind of summer blockbuster thrills that will leave readers simultaneously exhilarated and genuinely unsettled.
For fans who have followed Percy's previous Predator work or newcomers drawn by the promise of Marvel's biggest heroes facing their most relentless enemies, Predator Kills The Marvel Universe #1 represents comic book storytelling at its most audaciously entertaining. This is the kind of high-stakes, high-concept storytelling that reminds you why comics remain the perfect medium for impossible stories told with infinite imagination and unflinching intensity.
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08/06/25
MARVEL COMICS
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
Today, Marvel unleashes the final chapter of Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell, and it’s a chilling, devastating climax that brings Daredevil deeper into the abyss than ever before. Crafted by the powerhouse duo Charles Soule (story and dialogue) and Steve McNiven (pencils, inking, and cover art), this issue completes a prestige limited series that redefined what the Man Without Fear can endure.
The visuals are heightened further by Dean White’s moody, torrid colors and Clayton Cowles’ subtle, haunting lettering, each element layered to amplify the bleak future unspooling on the page.
In Cold Day in Hell #3, Hell’s Kitchen goes dark literally and figuratively. An older, nearly powerless Matt Murdock has grappled with his failures and limitations through ice and agony now, with edge-of-your-seat tension and merciless confrontations, he must decide how far he’ll go when everything burns around him.
Soule delivers a finale so emotionally charged and tragically poetic that it reverberates beyond the panels. McNiven’s artwork, as brutally vivid as ever, depicts every ghastly conclusion in intricate, unflinching detail.
The bleakness of the environment, the grit in every expression, the devastating violence, this is Daredevil stripped down to his darkest truths.
This isn’t a story about victory, it’s a requiem for broken heroes. Every page drips with remorse, survival, and the human cost of choices made under siege. If you’ve followed this chilled arc from the start, issue #3 is the emotional crescendo you’ve been waiting for.
Experience the culmination of this tense, poetic trilogy: Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell #3 is now available in stores and on digital platforms today, August 6, 2025. It’s a tragic masterpiece from a creative team working at the height of their powers.
Please let me know what you think when the final panel is released. Daredevil’s most harrowing chapter is done. Do you think he still has fear?
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07/30/25
MARVEL COMICS
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Savage Wolverine #1 slashes open a bold new chapter in Logan’s legacy, written by fan-favorite Benjamin Percy (X-Force, Wolverine) and brought to brutal life by the visceral, hyper-detailed art of Greg Capullo (Batman, Spawn) in his long-awaited return to Marvel.
After months off the grid, Wolverine resurfaces deep in the Canadian wilderness, but something's wrong. He’s wounded, disoriented, and hunted by enemies that shouldn't even exist.
The Weapon X experiments he thought were buried in the past are clawing back into his reality, twisting his memories and pushing his healing factor to the brink. With no X-Men to call for backup and no allies in sight, Logan must rely solely on his animal instincts and what’s left of his humanity to survive.
Percy’s sharp, noir-inspired script pairs perfectly with Capullo’s savage linework, delivering a first issue packed with bloody fights, cryptic flashbacks, and a chilling mystery that threatens to redefine everything we know about Wolverine’s origins.
This is not the polished team player you’ve seen in recent years. This is the Savage Wolverine unfiltered, unleashed, and unforgettable. If you're a fan of dark, character-driven storytelling and visceral artwork that leaps off the page, this is your must-buy launch title of the summer.
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The Bayou Whispers Blood: Voice Said Kill #1 Unleashes a Haunting Southern Thriller
07/23/25
IMAGE COMICS/ONI PRESS
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
Deep in the sweltering heart of the Louisiana bayou, a voice whispers justice and demands blood. Voice Said Kill #1, written by Si Spurrier and illustrated by Vanesa R. Del Rey, drips with Southern Gothic dread from its first page.
Spurrier, the acclaimed writer behind Coda and John Constantine: Hellblazer, brings his signature blend of literary crime storytelling and raw emotional grit. Against a backdrop of moonshine matriarchs, mushroom-fueled hunters, and alligator poachers, we meet Sergeant Marie Burgau, a heavily pregnant park ranger defending a remote wildlife preservation alone. As danger stalks the swamp, and a mysterious voice begins to speak directly to her grief and vengeance, her world trembles on the brink of violent collapse
Del Rey’s artwork is nothing short of mesmerizing. Known for her stunning work on Redlands, her impressionistic linework and pacing turn each page into a fever-dream. The Louisiana landscape becomes alive, oppressive, lush, and hallucinatory as shadows crawl through every panel and tension pulses beneath every frame. John Starr’s pastel-infused color work bleeds into Del Rey’s textures, crafting a visual style both dreamy and visceral. Hasan Otsmane‑Elhaou’s expressive lettering completes the immersive tone alongside the helm of editor Eric Harburn
What emerges is not just a comic, but an experience: part Deliverance, part Fargo, full Southern Gothic nightmare and simmering suspense. Spurrier’s dialogue, laced with authentic Cajun cadence, grounds the story in place as much as Del Rey’s art world-builds around it. The result is cinematic in scope yet deeply intimate in emotion
Prepare yourself for a journey where motherhood, madness, murder, and myth collide. Voice Said Kill #1 is a tense, atmospheric inception to a crime thriller running on electricity, and rumor has it, you can almost hear the swamp speaking.
Release date: July 23, 2025
Publisher: Image Comics / Oni Press
Price: $4.99
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Ultimate Wolverine #1 Marvel’s Fierce Return to Form
07/16/25
MARVEL COMICS
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
“I’m not the Wolverine you remember.”
That haunting opening line sets the tone for what has quickly become the most buzzworthy comic of 2025. Ultimate Wolverine #1 isn't just a relaunch, it’s a complete reinvention, and it’s got the numbers to prove it. According to ICv2’s Spring 2025 sales charts, this title has claimed the number one spot across the industry, dominating shelf space and conversation alike.
Set in Marvel’s newly reimagined Ultimate Universe, Ultimate Wolverine #1 introduces us to a younger, deadlier, and far more mysterious version of Logan. Written by Peach Momoko and illustrated by Geoff Shaw, the issue ditches the grizzled Canadian woodsman archetype in favor of something more haunting and surreal. This is Wolverine reimagined through the lens of modern trauma, body horror, and a sleek, near-future dystopia.
Gone are the dark alleyways and Weapon X labs. Instead, we’re thrown into a war-torn Tokyo, soaked in neon and blood a vision that feels like Blade Runner collided with Claremont-era pathos.
What makes this debut work so well is its refusal to waste time. The origin is immediate.
The stakes are high. The pacing is brutal. Geoff Shaw’s artwork is cinematic, delivering each panel like a gut punch, while Momoko’s storytelling blends visceral emotion with mythic undertones drawn from Japanese folklore.
There’s a deep sense that this Wolverine isn’t just another iteration; he might be the start of something new entirely.
The response has been overwhelming. Retailers have reported early sellouts, multiple variant covers have disappeared within hours of hitting shelves, and second printings were already confirmed within the first two weeks.
In a season where DC’s “Absolute” line has been pulling serious numbers, the fact that Ultimate Wolverine #1 topped the charts is no small feat. It’s a testament to the creative risk Marvel has taken and how much fans are ready for it.
Looking ahead, Marvel has teased that this Wolverine will have deeper ties to the upcoming Ultimate X-Men relaunch, and issue #2 appears to hint at a confrontation with a mysterious figure known only as Weapon Omega. If the creative team keeps this momentum, we could be witnessing the defining Wolverine of a new generation.
Ultimate Wolverine #1 isn’t just a bold return; it’s a necessary one. In a comic landscape often weighed down by endless reboots and nostalgia trips, this book cuts straight through with something fierce, fresh, and undeniably compelling.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the mutant berserker or someone who’s just stepping into Marvel’s Ultimate revival, this issue demands your attention.
So if you haven’t already, grab a copy before it vanishes. Because this isn’t the Wolverine you remember, and that’s exactly what makes him worth reading.
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A Reckoning Returns in Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #1
07/9/25
IDW COMICS
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Some stories leave a lasting impression. Others return years later with sharpened claws, ready to dig even deeper. Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #1 is very much the latter, a haunting, atmospheric return to the pastel-colored town of Woodbrook and the sociopathic brown bear who’s always kept a shovel nearby.
Patrick Horvath, who writes and illustrates this uncanny blend of cute-animal aesthetic and suburban horror, wastes no time reawakening the tension that made the first volume such a standout. With Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou returning as letterer, the creative team once again strikes the impossible balance between whimsy and psychological dread.
The issue opens by reaching into the past eight years ago, to be exact, when Samantha Strong, the polite and unassuming brown bear at the heart of the series, committed one of her most grotesque acts. She drove into the city, abducted a kind-hearted duck, dissected him, and buried his body in the woods.
Despite his family’s relentless search for justice, Samantha covered her tracks too well. In the ’80s, without surveillance footage, online forums, or digital footprints, her secrets stayed buried.
But this isn’t the ’80s anymore.
In Rite of Spring #1, Horvath sets the stage for a new era of reckoning. The charming mask Samantha has worn for decades is beginning to crack under the weight of a digital world that never forgets. The families she shattered are still out there, and the tools at their disposal have evolved.
What’s remarkable is how Horvath manages to immediately pull readers back into this deceptively cute but viscerally unsettling world. The pacing is precise, the atmosphere chilling, and the artwork once again blurs the line between innocent and sinister.
As with the original series, the juxtapositions are where this comic shines: tidy suburban homes with murder in the basement, soft pastels against violent reds, and smiles that never quite reach the eyes.
Narratively, this first issue makes bold choices. It doesn’t rehash the old storyline but instead builds on its consequences in a way that feels both inevitable and fresh. There’s a confidence in the storytelling that suggests Horvath knows exactly where he’s taking us, and it might be somewhere even darker than before.
For just $4.99, this is a return worth every penny. It’s rare for a sequel to not only justify its existence but to elevate its source material. After reading this issue, I suspect Rite of Spring may surpass its predecessor in both ambition and execution.
If you’re new to the world of Beneath the Trees, this might be the perfect time to catch up. And if you’re already a fan of Samantha Strong’s perfectly manicured nightmare, then buckle up because Woodbrook’s long winter silence is over, and spring has come with blood on its breath.
Have thoughts on Samantha Strong’s return? Drop your theories and reactions in the comments. We’ll be following every eerie step of her journey this season and keeping a close eye on the shadows between the trees.
📖 See you next Wednesday for another deep dive into the week’s most compelling new releases.
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New Shield Rises in Captain America #1
07/2/25
MARVEL COMICS
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
There are few symbols in comics as enduring or as divisive as the shield. Every generation gets the Captain America it deserves, and this week, Marvel is making sure the conversation is louder than ever.
Captain America #1 launched today with all the fanfare you'd expect, and it’s already earning its spot as one of the biggest releases of the summer. This isn't just a new volume; it's a fresh chapter in what the legacy of Captain America means in 2025, both within the Marvel Universe and outside of it.
Written by J. Michael Straczynski with art by Jesus Saiz, this relaunch threads a delicate needle: honoring Steve Rogers’ legacy while asking uncomfortable questions about patriotism, heroism, and how national identity evolves in a fractured world. There’s no multiverse gimmick, no time travel trick, just a man, his convictions, and a country that no longer agrees on what he stands for.
From the very first page, it's clear this new series isn’t playing it safe. The tone is sober, the politics are current, and the art is absolutely stunning. Jesus Saiz delivers clean, bold lines with subtle emotional depth. Steve feels tired, but not broken. There’s weight behind his words, and more behind his silences.
The story opens with Rogers quietly returning to Brooklyn, where rising social tension, corrupt private security forces, and conflicting grassroots movements are boiling over. Instead of jumping straight into a flashy villain fight, the issue grounds us in a city that feels real and deeply divided. There’s a palpable sense that Captain America is trying to reconnect with the people, not just defend them.
But this is Marvel, and things do escalate.
A new threat emerges by the end of the issue, a domestic insurgency operating in the shadows, manipulating public fear and sowing division with surgical precision. It’s not Hydra, not AIM, something newer, leaner, and more ideologically slippery. It’s the perfect modern foil for a hero whose greatest weapon isn’t strength or strategy, but moral clarity.
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NOSTALGIA # 1
2023
COMIXOLOGY
✍️ By AzM Blog | 🗂️ Pop Culture > Comic Book Wednesday
Hey everyone! In this video, I'll be sharing my thoughts on the indie comic "Nostalgia" by Comixology Originals. It's a great comic that I recently discovered and read.
Written by Scott Hoffman, a former singer turned writer, the comic has a unique and interesting storyline.
The artwork, done by talented artist Danijel Zezeij, known for his work in French comic books, is stylistic and impressive. I'll also be discussing my experience using Comixology as a reader and the benefits of their subscription service. Stay tuned for more updates on this comic and other exciting reads!
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