Month: June 2025

G.I. Joe Reviews: G.I. Joe 122, G.I. Joe 123

GIJoe 122 coverG.I. Joe #122 (March 1992) – “Transformer” – Larry Hama/Andrew Wildman/Randy Emberlin

This one continues from last issue, with Cobra’s forces trying to get into Destro’s newly-acquired castle in Trans-Carpathia so they can capture and brainwash him for Cobra Commander’s amusement. The Joes have a team outside but are forced to withdraw by a contingent of Cobras who are dug in pretty well. Hawk brings in the heavy artillery (the Battle Wagon driven by Ambush) and prepares to go on the offensive. Continue reading “G.I. Joe Reviews: G.I. Joe 122, G.I. Joe 123”

The Librarians Reviews: Season 1, Episode 6

Librarians opening title 1-3The Librarians and the Fables of Doom – Director: Jonathan Frakes/Writer: Kate Rorick

If you’re wondering why Episode 6 is here instead of Episode 4, it’s because I’m mostly following the production order instead of the airing order for the episodes. I think it works better for the overall season arc and especially for the development of the characters and their relationships to each other. This one starts with three vehicles crossing a bridge. Just as the biggest one crosses, it’s grabbed and tossed in the river by what looks like a giant hand. Continue reading “The Librarians Reviews: Season 1, Episode 6”

Conan Reviews: Conan the Barbarian 151, Conan the Barbarian 152

Conan 151 coverConan the Barbarian #151 – “Vale of Death” – Michael Fleisher/John Buscema/Ernie Chan

This one starts with Conan hunting in the mountains of Cimmeria. He’s attacked by a giant hawk and dropped into a hidden valley. He comes upon a burning castle where some hill tribes (the Yggdar) have slaughtered all the inhabitants (the Osiiren) … or almost all. A dying man gives Conan a locket and begs him to deliver it and pass on a message, but he expires before he can go into detail. Continue reading “Conan Reviews: Conan the Barbarian 151, Conan the Barbarian 152”