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Saturday, May 15, 2021

Eternal Comics Grab Bag Reveal (May 2021)

I apologize for the glare on my 9.8 graded Slab win.

Here is the picture.

There is still a little glare, but better than in video.

Until next time, get your READ on!

Tuesday, June 27, 2017

KISS Forever- A Comic Review

For those of you who don't know, I am a child of the '70's, so to say I am a KISS is an understatement. I am one of many original KISS fans. What's this got to do with comics you ask? Well, the art form of comics have kept the 4 characters that make up KISS alive and well for the past few decades. Sure they still make music now and then, but comics keep the Myths that is KISS alive and well. I mean where else are you going to get an illustrated story about the Catman or Demon?

KISS Forever is a 48 page comic published by Dynamite telling a small tale from the lives of these 4 brothers. Brothers who are immortal and have had dealings with mankind since the dawn of man. Chapter 1, goes back to the time of prehistoric man and their ways of hunting to provide food for their clan. So, naturally this story involved the Catman.

In Chapter 2, we are in Ancient Rome and it is a time where traditional Romans wanted the days of old to return, so they made a deal with the gods of death to purify Rome, only to release Doom across the streets of Rome. It was up to the Demon to set things right. History would blame this destruction as Rome burned on Emperor Nero of course.

Chapter 3 stars a Captain of the 7 seas looking for his soul that was trapped in the star stone. Once he claims it, he can break free of his curse. I wonder whose soul was in the STAR stone. HMMMMM?

Finally in Chapter 4, we are introduced to the Starman as he has to interfere in the Apollo 13 mission to prevent the crew from finding a metamorphic change on the Moon's surface. Anyone who has studied history knows that the brave men of Appolo 13 made it back home safely after their rocket had a technical malfunction causing them to abort their mission.

The writing of KISS Forever is solid and the artwork is beyond phenomenal! If you are a KISS fan, you will love the book. If you are a comic fan who loves great writing as well as fantastic artwork, you to, will love this book. I give this comic a strong and perfect rating of 10 out of 10 stars. Do yourself a favor and pick up your copy today. Until next time, get your READ on!

Saturday, October 22, 2016

R.I.P. Steve Dillon

We have lost another comic legend today. The great Preacher creator as well as well known Punisher artist, Steve Dillon has died. Cause of death is still undetermined but comic fans all around the world are in mourning.

Rest In Peace Steve!

Saturday, January 9, 2016

Rocket Raccoon and Groot #1 Comic Review

Greetings Comic Lovers,

As stated in an earlier post,

I have forsaken my comic reviews on this site as of late with all the "real" world work I have been up to, but I vow that the year 2016 will be the year of change. I am still doing interviews and posts for the site Somewhatnerdy so I suggest you check that site as well. For those of you who missed my interviews, click the link and see what I have been up to. I have interviewed wrestlers, actors, directors, models, as well as the cosplayers you have all grown to love. :)

Anyway, let's get to my first review of the new year shall we?

Rocket Raccoon and Groot #1 is a breath of fresh air after the events of Marvel's latest Secret Wars. In fact, the book pokes fun at it a little as well as other things that are trending right now, including Star Wars.

The issue starts with a galactic funeral for two of the greatest guardians there ever was. Only problem is, as you find out later in the book, they are not dead. They are simply trapped in another dimension thanks to the events that took place in Secret Wars.

We find a stranger trying to buy passage from two familiar looking characters. No it is not Rocket and Groot but that universe's version. They agree for the transport only to be arrested and accused of theft from the ruler of the system they were assigned to go to. That leader was none other than Rocket and the stranger is none other than Groot. What happens next? Well, we will have to wait for issue #2.

I personally loved this issue and I am looking forward to the series to continue to grow. I give issue #1 an 8 out of 10 rating. The writing of Skottie Young is action packed with humor as always and the art of Felipe Andrade has enough Young qualities that fans love while making it his own. I truly cannot wait to read more.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Thor Annual #1: A Comic Review

Greetings True Believers! How are you on this wonderful THORsday? I admit I have been a stranger to my own creation, but time has come my way and I am dedicating more time to my Domain aka Blog for the summer. I would still appreciate your support with my other "gig" at Somewhatnerdy but I felt I needed to get back to my roots, you know where it all began. When I first started this journey I never dreamed that I would get the chance to interview the variety of people that I have.I mean, in my short career, I have interviewed icons in pop culture including Elvira and some of the voices from cartoons past. I have been truly blessed and I cannot wait to see what the future brings. But enough about me, let's get to my comic review shall we.

For this THORSday, I have chosen to review Thor Annual #1. This particular issue was released by Marvel on February 25, 2015. This is a collection of works by such writers as Noelle Stevenson, Jason Aaron, and CM Punk. Yes, you read that correctly, CM Punk. In fact, it is CM Punk's tale that I like the best.

As I stated before, the Thor annual is a collection of stories revolving around the many faces of Thor, There's the old Thor, the female Thor and the young Thor. CM Punk's tale is about the young Thor. Which will be my focus for this review. In the tale of the young Thor, we find Mephisto traveling back in time to prevent Thor from lifting his mighty Mjolnir and becoming the great hero he was destined to be. How does Mephisto plan on doing this? By challenging Thor to a drinking contest and adding his own "brew" to the mix. Well, when all is said and done, Thor is victorious and the devil is down for the count. That is all I have to say about that because I feel you should read this book for yourself.

All the stories are well written and illustrated to help set the tone of the story. With the small glimpse of Punk's writing style, I am already filled with excitement knowing he is one of the writers for the upcoming Drax series from Marvel. I give this annual a perfect rating of 10 out of 10. So, if you do not have a copy, go through the back issue lots of your local comic store or download the digital coy and get your READ on, you will be glad you did.

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Another interview with Sarah Miller

Click the link to check out me interview with Tattoo Artist and now Comic Artist Sarah Miller.

http://somewhatnerdy.com/home/where-are-they-know-featuring-artist-sarah-miller/

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

An Interview with Sarah Miller

My latest interview is with the amazing tattoo artist, Sarah Miller. In this interview, we talk about her time on the 2nd season of Ink Master as well as a comic that she has in the works. You will want to check this out. ~Derf

http://somewhatnerdy.com/home/an-interview-with-artist-sarah-miller/

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

WWE Superstars #2 (Mini Comic Review)

It is time once again for a mini review and I couldn't have found a better comic to do it on. As some of you may know I am a huge wrestling fan, so it was a no-brainer when I heard that the Hardcore Legend, Mick Foley was writing a comic. The comic is called WWE Superstars. I have already reviewed the first issue over at my other site, somewhatnerdy but I also wanted to share the love where my domain of nerdom first started.

Issue #2 continues where we left off in the first issue with everyone after Cena and the missing briefcase filled with $10,000,000. Cena is trying to clear his name but he keeps getting huge obstacles in his way. Of course Orton is after the money so he is trying to keep track of Cena and is whereabouts. Meanwhile, CM Punk is getting a band of brothers together for an upcoming "war" that is brewing between the "Titans" of Titan City.

What it all comes down to is the money in the bank briefcase and everyone wants the money. People are willing to kidnap and cause physical harm to get their hands on the 10 million and they do not care who they hurt in the process.

I have to admit I am really enjoying the writing style of Mick Foley. I know he is a successful novelist so therefore he is an accomplished writer, but it isn't easy to write a good story in comic form. Hell, just ask all the major companies who have had to resort to relaunching their main characters just to keep readers as well as lose some I am sure but the point is writing comics isn't easy but Mick is doing a fine job. I give this issue a strong rating of 9 out of 10, especially since Bray Wyatt did some ass kicking in this issue, LoL. One thing that I think is ironic is how the Punk character in the comic is against the authority and it seems that is the same issue that cause him to walk away from the WWE for real. Who knows what the future brings but I am looking forward to the ride. Until next time, get your READ on!