The Geeky Brummie Pull List with Radiant Red
The spin off series from Radiant Black, the suitable named Radiant Red is my Comic of the Week. Filling out the Pull List are both issues of X Deaths and X Lives of Wolverine, which I’ve recently caught up with and make the leap on to the Pull List. We also have four great comics to look out for On The Radar from Image, Marvel and Fantagraphic Books. In MEANWHILE… previews the trailer for the new series of The Amazing Spider-Man which launches in April.
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Now on with the comics…
Title: Radiant Red
Issue: 1
Publisher: Image Comics
Writer – Cherish Chen : Artist – David Lafuente : Colourist – Miquel Muerto
To her students, Satomi Sone is a diligent middle school teacher. And to her fiancé and parents, she’s the rock of their family. But to the world, she’s Radiant Red, a criminal turned matter-absorbing superhero. But with a mysterious stranger in her classroom, a nosy reporter on her doorstep, and $2.5 million hidden in the air vents of her house, she’s going to have to decide who she is, and quickly—before the world chooses for her.
For my sins, I’ve not been reading the parent series Radiant Black. I’m a huge fan of David Lafuente’s art so that is the primary reason I’m picking up this title. I’ve heard very good things about the main title and Kyle Higgins, creator of the Radiant Black Universe, is a writer who’s work I’ve enjoyed. With Chen and Lafuente on board this is sure to be a hit.
Title: X Deaths Of Wolverine
Issue: 4
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Writer – Benjamin Percy : Artist – Federico Vicentini : Colourist – Dijjo Lima
KRAKOA IN THE CROSSHAIRS! WEEK 8—The chase leads to the mutant nation of Krakoa, as the force of mutantkind’s ultimate destruction breaches its borders. Is this the last stand of Xavier’s dream? Readers and collectors take note: This will be a major turning point for the X-books!
CONTINUED FROM X LIVES OF WOLVERINE #4X LIVES OF WOLVERINE #5
I like that this book hasn’t been the Wolverine book I was expecting. Using the de-powered Dr. Moira MacTaggert as the core of the story has helped flesh out a story I thought was going to be left hanging after the events of Inferno. This series is my favourite of the two, and it zips along with verve and style.
Title: X Lives of Wolverine
Issue: 4
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Writer – Benjamin Percy : Artist – Joshua Cassara : Colourist – Frank Martin
DAYS OF OMEGA PAST! WEEK 7—WOLVERINE. OMEGA RED. Together? ’Nuff said.
CONTINUED FROM X DEATHS OF WOLVERINE #3 / CONTINUED IN X DEATHS OF WOLVERINE #4
Like X Deaths, I was a little late to the party here. Now having caught up with the previous issues I’m enjoying the Quantum Leap style story. The weekly schedule is zipping by quickly and the end is in sight.
On the radar this week some other comics not on the Pull List but well worth checking out:
Captain Carter #1
Marvel Comics
Writer – Jamie McKelvie : Artist – Marika Cresta
WOMAN OUT OF TIME? A reality where Agent Peggy Carter took the Super-Soldier Serum is turned upside down when the World War II hero is pulled from the ice where she was lost in action decades before. Peggy struggles to find her footing in a modern world that’s gotten a lot more complicated—cities are louder, technology is smarter and enemies wear friendly faces. Everyone with an agenda wants Captain Carter on their side, but what does Peggy want? And will she have time to figure it out when mysterious forces are already gunning for her? Prolific comics creator and designer Jamie McKelvie teams with rising star Marika Cresta to tell an unforgettable Captain Carter story for a modern age.
Little Monsters #1
Image Comics
Writer – Jeff Lemire : Artist – Dustin Nguyen
They are the last children on Earth…who also happen to be vampires. For longer than they can remember, these child vampires have lived a life of eternal wonder amongst the ruins of humanity. But shocking events fracture the group and set them on a path of discovery that will shatter their innocence forever.
Monkey Meat #3
Image Comics
Writer, Artist and Cover Artist – Juni Ba
Our anthology becomes a fairy tale about a little magician delivery boy on the most important delivery of his life. One involving a troll, fairies who kidnap babies, and colorful magic action! Be warned, however, that though you may be thrilled, you may also get your heart broken…
Red Room: Trigger Warnings #1
Fantagraphic Books
Writer, Artist, Letterer and Cover Artist – Ed Piskor
The best selling, most talked about series of 2020 kicks off its second four-issue “season” with another self-contained mini-masterpiece of monthly comics storytelling. In this issue, the Decimator presents… The Rat Queens! And unfortunately for them, they are front and center in his most horrific red room broadcast yet! As seen on the YouTube channel sensation, Cartoonist Kayfabe, from the creator of X-Men: Grand Design and Hip Hop Family Tree
Spidey Swings Back With A New Series
Just in time for Spider-Man’s 60th Anniversary, a new volume of Amazing Spider-Man begins in April 2022. With acclaimed writer Zeb Wells teaming up with the legendary John Romita Jr, 2022 may just be the biggest year for Spider-Man EVER! The new era will start out with Peter on the outs with the Fantastic Four, the Avengers, and even Aunt May! No one wants to see Spider-Man – except for Doctor Octopus. Ock’s on Spider-Man’s tail and the Master Planner has something truly terrible planned for when he gets his tentacles on Spidey. All that, and what does Tombstone have planned? Get your first hint at the action, drama, and heartbreak to come in the suspenseful new Amazing Spider-Man #1 trailer, featuring never-before-seen artwork!
WHAT DID SPIDER-MAN DO? Find out when Amazing Spider-Man #1 swings into shops on April 6 2022.
Until then check out this motion comic trailer for the new series.
Your Local Comics Shops
Your local comic shops are now open and you can pop in for your geek fix. Listed below are some of the best shops across the county with links to check the very latest information including opening time and covid safety measures. Therefore, when visiting these shops please be patient and respectful to all the staff who are doing an incredible job.
FORBIDDEN PLANET INTERNATIONAL (VARIOUS) – includes Worlds Apart Birmingham
Please check with stores for any changes to opening times and services.
Follow the stores social media pages for updates!
FORBIDDEN PLANET (VARIOUS) – includes Birmingham Megastore
Check their website for more information –
https://forbiddenplanet.com/stores/
GOSH! COMICS (LONDON)
Check their website for more information –
https://goshlondon.com/the-gosh-blog/the-gosh-authority-130620-reopening-news/ and https://twitter.com/GoshComics
OK COMICS (LEEDS)
Follow the stores social media pages and website for updates!
http://www.okcomics.co.uk/ and https://twitter.com/OKComics
PAGE 45 (NOTTINGHAM)
Check their website for more information –
http://www.page45.com/ and https://twitter.com/PageFortyFive
TRAVELLING MAN (VARIOUS)
Check their website and social media for more information –
https://travellingman.com/ and https://twitter.com/TravellingManUK
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