Astonishing. That is the adjective that the individuals at the the X-Offices chose to attach to this solo adventure for Robert “Bobby” Drake. Honestly, does that word even begin to categorize the atmosphere the Omega level mutant known as Iceman creates. What is astonishing is that Bobby is even standing after the shot he took… Continue reading Frigid Air Man
Category: Marvel
Glutton For Punishment
The concept of paradise typically centers on one component – indulgence; even over-indulgence. The notion that every want or whim will be satisfied is a key selling points of any paradisiacal proposition. But one resident of Krakoa, one founding member of the X-Men wants to have his cake, the whole pie. Actually just wheel over… Continue reading Glutton For Punishment
Kingdom Overdone
Confucius’ quote doesn’t describe what to do for the 1,000 year mark. But based on the final pages of Sins of Sinister: Dominion #1 somehow Nathaniel knew what to plant. With the universe unraveling the uneasy alliance of Sinister and Moira arrives with no time to spare. Usually heroes don’t go around destroying realities. Just… Continue reading Kingdom Overdone
Playing for Cheats
Even in the most ideal marriages there is the moment when there is a disconnect – even momentarily. So as you can imagine, anyone attempting to achieve marital bliss in the Marvel 616 Universe has even more difficulties. As they come closer to the seven year mark everything isn’t aces for the swamp rat and… Continue reading Playing for Cheats
Those Who Trespass Against Us
For anyone who suggests there is only one way to keep a secret, Sins of Sinister #1 proves there is another strategy. For over two years Mister Sinister has coiled his way through Krakoa. Not only as a member of the Quiet Council but also interfering assisting other teams such as Fallen Angels and Hellions.… Continue reading Those Who Trespass Against Us
Star Wars The High Republic #3 (Review)
One of the more exciting parts of Star Wars right now is one that is occurring completely off-screen. The High Republic is a period of time that lasted several hundred years, ending about one hundred years before The Phantom Menace takes place. While this era has not yet made it to our screens, a series… Continue reading Star Wars The High Republic #3 (Review)
A Time Gambit
Yes, the mutants of Marvel Comics are in the midst of a renaissance. Now seems like a perfect time to revisit the last time this occurred. And that would be the early 90’s. It was during this time that a thief made his way onto the school grounds. Charming and infuriating, mysterious and even a… Continue reading A Time Gambit