Reviews, ruminations, and (occasional) ramblings.
G.I. Joe #148 (May 1994) – “Irresistible Forces” – Larry Hama/Phil Gosier/Chip Wallace, Scott Koblish
This one starts with Flint and Lady Jaye parachuting into Wolkekuckuckland to help Stalker and Duke advise General Liederkranz about the Cobra invasion. (Their recognition signals are in the language of Mordor, although Stalker refers to it as Orcish.) Continue reading “G.I. Joe Reviews: G.I. Joe 148, G.I. Joe 149”
The Librarians and the Infernal Contract – Director: Jonathan Frakes/Writers: Paul Guyot, Holly Meyer
This one starts in Hawthorne, New Hampshire where a mayoral race is underway between two candidates (Keating and Denning). A woman who works for Denning’s campaign (Brandy Vargas) crashes her car and runs off like someone is chasing her, although we don’t actually see anyone. Something’s definitely chasing her though, as a fiery hole opens up in her motel room and draws her inside, leaving a strange sigil burnt into the wall. Continue reading “Librarians Reviews: Season 2, Episode 6”
Conan the Barbarian #177 – “Well of Souls” – Jim Owsley/John Buscema/Pablo Marcos
This one starts with Conan, Tetra, and Delmurio sailing through rough seas ten days out of Messantia. They’re looking for the island shown on their treasure map, but the captain is worried they might be sailing to their deaths. While he and the crew confront Conan, Delmurio and Tetra argue about her feelings for Conan. Continue reading “Conan Reviews: Conan the Barbarian 177, Conan the Barbarian 178”