Month: November 2022

Comics Reviews: Batman 426, Detective 593, Green Arrow 11

Batman 426 coverBatman #426 – “A Death in the Family” – Jim Starlin/Jim Aparo/Mike DeCarlo

This one starts with Batman and Robin observing some scumbags who are running a child porn ring. The Dynamic Du are supposed to wait for the cops to show up, but Robin gets impatient and jumps in ahead of schedule. After pounding all the punks, Batman gives Robin shit for acting rashly, but Robin shows no remorse, stating that life is just a game. Continue reading “Comics Reviews: Batman 426, Detective 593, Green Arrow 11”

Comics Reviews: Wonder Woman 22, Firestorm 77, Warlord 132

Wonder Woman 22 coverWonder Woman #22 – “Through Destiny’s Door” – George Perez/Bob McLeod

This one starts on Themiscyra, with Diana reading the official tally of votes about whether to open up Themiscyra to outsiders or not. The majority of Amazons voted yes, so that means outsiders will be coming to Paradise Island for the first time in centuries (including males), and some of the Amazons aren’t thrilled with that idea. We get a brief interlude showing some kind of metallic ball heading through space towards Earth. Continue reading “Comics Reviews: Wonder Woman 22, Firestorm 77, Warlord 132”

Xena Reviews: Season 5, Episode 3

Xena title cardSuccession – Director: Rick Jacobson/Writer: Steven L. Sears

This one starts with Ares banging a mortal worshipper named Mavican. She pledges her sword to his service, hoping to become his new chosen representative, like Xena used to be. But Ares tells her she’s not in Xena’s league (because Xena never asked him for anything) and takes off, leaving Mavican rather upset. Continue reading “Xena Reviews: Season 5, Episode 3”