Classic Cover of the Day

Classic Cover of the Day

She-Hulk #10

MARVEL Comics

Saturday Showcase: Titania

    Today's showcase, in my opinion,  deals with one of the most underrated villains in Marvel Comics history. Her birth name is Mary MacPherran but she is better known as Titania.  She was introduced to us in July of '84 during the Secret Wars (issue #3 to be exact).  She was created by Jim Shooter and Mike Zeck.

The name Titania, is born.

    Titania is a ruthless villain in every which way.  She has teamed with Dr. Doom, Ultron, Constrictor, and Kang the Conqueror  to name a few.  She has been a member of the Masters of Evil, Femizons, Frightful Four, the Worthy, and the Illuminati.  Hell, at one point of her life, she wielded the power of one of the infinity stones and gave She-Hulk a run for her money.  You could also say she is an honorary member of the Wrecking Crew since she is married to the Absorbing Man.

Moonstone, Titania, and the Absorbing Man 

    She has fought the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, the X-men, Thor, She-Hulk, Spider-Man, and well heroes and villains alike during the Secret Wars.  She is just someone you do not want to mess with.

    Her abilities include:

1.     Expert Street Fighter
2.     Immense Superhuman Strength
3.     Superhuman Stamina
4.     High-level Resistance to physical injury

Titania attempts to show She-Hulk who the baddest woman really is.

    Titania has been used in the world of comics for a long time.  She has even made it to TV on the Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. series as well as the Avengers Assemble show.  She has also been featured in the Marvel: Future Fight game as a playable character as well as a boss character in the Iron Man and X-O Manowar in Heavy Metal game.  However, I feel she can be so much more.  She has history with every major character in the Marvel Universe so why not have her in a movie or an let her make an appearance in a Netflix show.  The possibilities are endless.  Titania deserves the respect and I hope she gets showcased by more than just NERDs like me.

Until next time, get your READ on!

As always, unleash your inner NERD!

Luke Cage: Season 2 Review

BRAVO! BRAVO! BRAVO!

    Netflix has done it again!  The writing for Luke Cage is always phenomenal but season two pushed it over the top.  This is by far my favorite season of any of the Netflix/Marvel series hands down.  Hell, I am a Punisher fan and this season blew it out of the water.  Not everyone may agree with me, but you have to realize something. I am a fan of comics in general, and when the story lines match up with the comics with a modern day twist, you know the writers did their research.

    First of all, I need to give props to Mustafa Shakir for his portrayal of the Bushmaster.  You know he is the villain, but you route for him.  That is how powerful his acting and portrayal of the character real you in.  If Netflix shows were able to be for the Oscars, Mustafa Shakir would win best supporting actor hands down.

Mustafa Shakir as John McIver aka the Bushmaster

    Next, you have Misty Knight getting help from the Rand corporation.  Why is this important?  Well, that is how Misty gets her kick ass cybernetic arm.  This not only gives her a little extra strength, but allows her to fit her role as a "Hero for Hire" that we all know in love from the world of comics.

Misty Knight shows of her new arm while on a mission with Luke Cage.

    Speaking of "Heroes for Hire", Daniel Rand aka Iron Fist shows up along the way to help Cage in his battles to fight Bushmaster and Stokes.  It is in the episode where you first hear the mention of Power Man and Iron Fist in the series.

Daniel Rand aka Iron Fist lets Luke know that he is here to help regardless of how Cage feels.

    As a comic fan, this was a total joy to watch.  The Power Man and Iron Fist reference alone had me giddy.  If you are not familiar of the old Luke Cage/Power Man series I suggest you pick up some issues or graphic novels to see how well the writers did with keeping the story of Luke Cage true.  Sure, some things were changed like outfits or some origins were changed, but it stays true.  At the end you will realize that they introduced another player for the throne of Harlem.  If I tell you their name, you will know pretty early who I am speaking of, so I will leave that alone.

Mike Colter as Luke Cage

   Can a none comic fan love the show?  Hell yeah!  That is how well teh writing is on this series.  Luke Cage has the potential of being on the air for a long time if they keep the group of writers that they have.  You know the show is hot when you have legends like KRS-One and Rakim performing on the stage of Harlem's Paradise.  Speaking of Rakim, he wrote an original track for the show called King's Paradise.  I have included the video below.  Please do not watch it unless you have seen the show or don't care if there is a spoiler or two.  

Until next time, unleash your inner NERD!

What You Should Be Reading: G.I. Joe Vs the Six Million Dollar Man

    I just finished reading issue #4 of the G.I. Joe Vs the Six Million Dollar Man mini-series from IDW Publishing/Dynamite Entertainment.  I know the series ended in Mat and I am a little behind with my reading, but this series had me hooked from the beginning.  

    First of all, I remember watching the reruns of the Six Million Dollar Man as a kid.  I was also there, when the G.I. Joe cartoon first hit the airwaves.  So this series, to me, was like reliving part of my childhood. So kuddos to ythe writers for that.

    Secondly, this story was so well written, that it was relevant to today.  Countries at war, organizations trying to have the best weapon, and so forth.  I do not want to give too much away because I want you to read this for yourself.

    Basically, COBRA finds a way to control Col. Steve Austin aka the Six Million Dollar Man.  He turns out to be COBRA's most effective weapon and proves to be a challenge for the Joes.  Battles are fought, lost, and eventually won leaving COBRA to try to conquer the world another day.  

    This series has all the favorites of my youth, Snake-eyes, Storm Shadow, Roadblock, Recondo, Zartan, and even the Cobra BATs.  Ryan Ferrier did an outstanding job on writing this series.  The writing was done so well that I would love to see it as an animated film.  I would buy the Blue Ray in a heartbeat.  The artwork of SL Gallant was spot on.  This is a must read for any fans of the G.I. Joe organization as well as the Six Million Dollar franchise.  Do your self a favor and go to a local comic store and get the 4 issues today.   If you cannot find them, keep your eyes posted for the trade of this series when it hits shelves in early August of 2018.

Yo Joe!

Until next time, get your READ on!

Classic Cover of the Day - THORSday Edition

Classic Cover of the Day - THORSday Edition

the Mighty Thor, Vol. 1 #378

MARVEL

Who's Who: Dark Destroyer

Comic Cover of the Week (June 27, 2018)

Comic Cover of the Week

Detective Comics #983 (Variant)

DC Comics

Cover Art by Mark Brooks