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Distinguished Critique: Batman: Shadow of the Bat (vol. 1) Review Longer arcs work where one-and-done issues don't, enabling Grant and Breyfogle to neatly develop their subjects Also read Nathan's blogs at
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(Strand)om Stories: Thor: Worldengine Review (Thor-oughly 90s, Part 1) A valiant effort against the 90s dark demeanor is quashed by the grim whims of business -
Distinguished Critique: Resurrection Man (vol. 1) Review Despite some narrative coincidences, this series is based on a strong, unique premise as it unravels a compelling plot -
Spider-view: "Fall of the Hammer" (Spider-Man 2099, Part 9) This crossover frustratingly exchanges character for spectacle, some strong moments failing to bear the weight of its shortcomings -
Random Reviews: Jae Lee's Hellshock A frustrating ending doesn't overturn strong character work and attempted theming which serves this series fairly well -
(Strand)om Stories: Avengers/Iron Man: Force Works Review This series provides a well-written second chance to characters callously discarded previously -
Distinguished Critique: Batman: Venom Review A slightly rushed second act and simple villains are buoyed by a strong premise and frighteningly conflicted hero -
Random Reviews: Solar, Man of the Atom: Second Death These inaugural issues tell a twisting tale which accompanies prior material to create a complete narrative -
Spider-view: "Storm Warnings" Fantastically illustrated action does the heavy lifting for a mediocre narrative in need of stronger characterization -
(Strand)om Stories: Iron Fist: The Book of Changes Review These issues fail to adequately explore the return of their central hero, meandering ideas submerging vital characterization