Blogs Tagged “(Strand)om Stories”
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men Origins: Firestar ReviewMiddling issues serve as bookends to a well-plotted, character-driven limited series which defines this volume's titular hero
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(Strand)om Stories: Captain America: Operation Rebirth ReviewThis 90s run is a celebration of Captain America's character, wrought by a writer who strikes at the heart of the American hero
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(Strand)om Stories: Silver Surfer: Requiem ReviewThis series' only sin is being too short, it's artistic beauty and narrative depth creating a longing for more
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(Strand)om Stories: The Punisher: Circle of Blood ReviewThis action thriller exchanges nuance for fun as the Punisher is distilled to his core characteristics
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Man Epic Collection: Return of the Ghost ReviewThis Epic Collection offers entertaining if not comfortable narratives slotted between stories featuring unique artistic showcases
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(Strand)om Stories: Luke Cage Epic Collection: The Fire This Time ReviewLuke Cage's second Epic Collection is a mixed bag, some strong storytellers and characterization blended with some cheesy dialogue and weaker writers
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil Epic Collection: It Comes With the Claws ReviewMultiple creators struggle, one more successfully than others, to reshape Matt Murdock's new life in the wake of Frank Miller
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(Strand)om Stories: Spirits of Vengeance: Rise of the Midnight Sons ReviewThe sons may rise, but the day dwindles quickly on a volume filled to excess with cheesy 90s tropes
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(Strand)om Stories: Captain America: War and Remembrance ReviewThis small run shows a unique glimpse into Cap's life by two excellent creators whose potential is only partially displayed
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(Strand)om Stories: Silver Surfer: Parable ReviewLofty ideas can't quite hit the mark given the quick pacing driving this two-issue series
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(Strand)om Stories: The New Warriors: Classic (vol. 1) ReviewThough exchanging some characterization for theming, this volume introduces a brand new team of socially-conscious heroes to the 90s Marvel Universe
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(Strand)om Stories: The Infinity Watch (vol. 1) ReviewThis volume introduces a series laced with potential tension and characterization, becoming unbalanced as it dives deeper into cosmic events
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(Strand)om Stories: Wolverine: Prehistory ReviewThis volume provides the best look at Logan's pre-X-Men years, offering fun, if not occasionally inconsistent, glimpses into the mutant's many adventures
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(Strand)om Stories: Deathlok the Demolisher: The Complete Collection ReviewThis volume starts strong before struggling through a messy middle, concluding powerfully as it focuses on a cyborg assassin who was once a man
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men: Children of the Atom ReviewThis limited series reframes the original X-Men's formation, offering depth and characterization lacking in the inaugural Stan Lee/Jack Kirby issues
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(Strand)om Stories: Thor: Gods and Deviants ReviewThis volume eschews traditional superhero fare for its deeper mythological roots, presenting four well-illustrated narratives which are occasionally unbalanced
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(Strand)om Stories: Moon Knight Epic Collection: Bad Moon Rising ReviewThis Epic Collection may stumble in some places, but it's generally a strong introduction to the ever-developing Moon Knight
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(Strand)om Stories: Doctor Strange: Strange Tales ReviewWhat should be a philosophically fascinating character arc is upended by an overly dramatic narrative which undercuts the tension and transformation
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Man: War Machine ReviewEven though it fumbles an engaging twist, this slim volume provides a character-driven arc for James "Rhodey" Rhodes, letting him become his own hero
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther: Doomwar Review"Doomwar" offers genuine change for Wakanda and lives up to its promising premise, even if one of its main characters is handled less effectively than the plot
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil: The Man Without Fear ReviewMiller and Romita Jr.'s limited series wonderfully complements Miller's original Daredevil run, explaining some contrivances and offering depth to Daredevil's early days
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(Strand)om Stories: Silver Surfer: Rebirth of Thanos Review (Infinity Prelude, Part 3)This small volume is a great lead-in to Infinity Gauntlet, even if it offers imbalanced characterization of a certain Mad Titan
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(Strand)om Stories: Avengers Epic Collection: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes ReviewThough sometimes verbally overwhelming, this collection is nevertheless an important milestone in the mighty Marvel mythos
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(Strand)om Stories: Warlock by Jim Starlin: The Complete Collection Review (Infinity Prelude, Part 2)An epic tale of destiny and personal struggle lays at the heart of this volume, and it's only when our characters wander from that path that this Complete Collection lacks focus
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(Strand)om Stories: The Life of Captain Marvel Review (Infinity Prelude, Part 1)This volume is a tad too grandiose at moments, but it's a fantastic companion piece to Captain Mar-Vell's final adventure
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(Strand)om Stories: Thor: Ragnaroks ReviewThis collection compiles three tales more entertaining than I originally gave credit, showcasing bravery and fortitude in the face of cataclysmic terrors
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(Strand)om Stories: Wolverine Epic Collection: Madripoor Nights ReviewWolverine's first Epic Collection sets him apart from the X-Men, allowing two veteran writers to fantastically shape his standalone adventures
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil: Born Again ReviewFrank Miller returns to Daredevil to craft one of the most riveting, character-defining arcs of the Man Without Fear's career
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Factor Epic Collection: Genesis and Apocalypse ReviewThis volume introduces an intriguing team concept that seems fun but is unfortunately based on a wobbly premise fueled by a massive, unnecessary retcon
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Man: Demon in a Bottle ReviewThis classic Iron Man arc tells a powerful story of addiction and redemption as Tony Stark fights his greatest enemy: himself
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(Strand)om Stories: The Astonishing Ant-Man: The Complete Collection ReviewNick Spencer's Ant-Man is replete with humor and humanity, carrying a big impact through its small main character
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther by Reginald Hudlin: The Complete Collection (Vols. 1-3) ReviewReginald Hudlin's run is frustrating, dismissive of past narratives while forming engaging plots in the present
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(Strand)om Stories: Wolverine: Enemy of the State ReviewAn engaging concept makes for an exhilerating story, even if it is somewhat hampered by a few narrative choices
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil: Love’s Labors Lost ReviewDennis O'Neil's time on Daredevil is shaky at best, especially as this volume serves up a bizarre cross-section of content
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men Epic Collection: The Sentinels Live ReviewA few awkward revelations cannot throw off the exceptional narratives, artistry, and character growth contained in this bombastic volume
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(Strand)om Stories: Luke Cage Epic Collection: Retribution ReviewLuke Cage's first Epic Collection is surprisingly solid in terms of action and character, despite potential cultural hiccups
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men Epic Collection: Lonely are the Hunted ReviewThis volume artfully builds upon its predecessor, balancing out goofy science-fiction narratives with strong character-driven moments and arcs
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Fist Epic Collection: The Fury of Iron Fist ReviewThis tome is more significant than it appears, introducing a powerful hero in some genuinely gripping narratives
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(Strand)om Stories: Captain America: Marvel Knights (vol. 2) ReviewThis second complete collection isn't perfect, but it's a far cry better than its disappointing predecessor
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther Epic Collection: Panther’s Prey ReviewA few tepid tales are largely overshadowed by the next daring chapters in Don McGregor's Black Panther "saga"
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men Epic Collection: Children of the Atom ReviewBased on a somewhat ridiculous premise, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby's marvelous mutants nevertheless provide unique characterization and engaging conflicts
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(Strand)om Stories: The Mighty Thor and The Eternals: The Celestial Saga ReviewThis volume packs in an epic narrative, and despite a somewhat sticky middle, culminates in a finale worthy of the Thunder God himself
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson (vol. 3) ReviewThis final volume collects several engaging issues...but you should really stay for the wondrous graphic novel included as well
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (vol. 4) ReviewThis fourth installment is packed with standalone stories and narratives connected to the wider Marvel Universe...for better or worse
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(Strand)om Stories: The Eternals by Jack Kirby: The Complete Collection ReviewJack Kirby's rapturous imagination spills over in a cosmically-charged series that explores various fantastic ideas...even if it remains woefully unfinished
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(Strand)om Stories: Captain America: Marvel Knights (vol. 1) ReviewCaptain America's Marvel Knights series starts out discouragingly heavy-handed as proseltyzing replaces narrative intuition
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(Strand)om Stories: The Mighty Thor by Walter Simonson Omnibus ReviewThis massive volume proves that Walt Simonson's run on Thor is definitive, distinct, dense, and daring
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson (vol. 2) ReviewThis second volume tries balancing mystical elements with street-level adventures, wobbling as it looks for strong support
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther Epic Collection: Revenge of the Black Panther ReviewThough readers are presented with an odd assortment of stories, each narrative in this volume stands strongly on its own
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (vol. 3) ReviewThis next chapter in Chris Claremont's run features powerful, character-driven story arcs and a marvelous host of artistic talent
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson (vol. 1) ReviewThis first volume collecting Frank Miller's seminal run showcases the start of a very accomplished Daredevil era
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(Strand)om Stories: Wolverine: Origin ReviewLogan's early days are explored in a wonderful limited series that crafts the man behind the claws
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther Epic Collection: Panther’s Rage ReviewWhile it gets off to a slow start, this Epic Collection provides a mostly compelling examination of the Black Panther's earliest adventures
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(Strand)om Stories: Weapon X ReviewBarry Windsor-Smith's seminal tale successfully explores how the man named Logan became the berserker called Wolverine
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (vol. 2) ReviewChris Claremont continues his stellar run in a near perfect collection of stories, hindered only slightly by small errors
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Man Epic Collection: Stark Wars Review"Stark Wars" presents bombastic action and hints at character depth in this 80s installment in Iron Man's Epic Collection line
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (vol. 1) ReviewChris Claremont's stunning run on Uncanny X-Men begins strong with this wonderfully entertaining tome
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(Strand)om Stories: Man-Wolf: The Complete Collection ReviewAn entire collection focused on John Jameson's alter ego can be wonky at times but is ultimately more satisfying than disappointing