Phaedrus45
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Just got back from a Rick Springfield concert. Dude is turning 61 on Monday...and, I just have to say, I hope I look half as good as he does at that age. Many might not think it; but, he puts on a hell of a good show. The ladies sure love him.
Age Of Heroes #4
For those people on a strict budget, this is one of those books that is quite easy to pass up. They should make the "Marvel Comics Presents" and "Astonishing Tales" more like this, though. Instead of having 6-part or 12-part mini episodes in each issue, just give us a couple nice single issue stories that feature a certain character, especially if it's used to promote other Marvel comics or storylines. (For instance, a Shadowland story would fit nicely right now.)
This issue, the first story is the best. It features the New Black Panther, and picks up where Doomwar left off. It gets me interested in the upcoming new series that will start in a couple months.
The next story didn't do much for me. It was an eskimo's viewpoint of finding Captain America in that block of ice so many years ago, and how he views him as a god. I would have been more interested to read more about Zodiac, than the two pages we were given. And, the one page Slott stories are starting to peeve me off. Yes, Slott is sometimes comic book genius...but, one page of Slott is more like pre-ejaculation. It gives the reader no pleasure, as he hasn't even penetrated my interest in a character or story.
for Black Panther; but,
for the rest.
Avengers Academy #3 & Thunderbolts #147
Only three issues in; but, I agree with someone else on this thread who said it was the best yet. I love the focused narration on one character each issue...even though it's been done to death nowadays; and, the crossover with Thunderbolts works really well.
EXCEPT, the issue of T-Bolts kind of ruins what's going to happen next issue, by pretty much giving it all away in their comic.
Thunderbolts, like last issue, quickly ties up the cliffhanger from the previous issue; and, it gets the team started on something else, namely the "Scared Straight" crossover. Sadly, it's glossed over far too quickly. Meanwhile, Avengers Academy is taking their time, making it (probably) a two-issue story. What it does is create some interest in the characters as people...something Thunderbolts has been very neglectful of. Sure, I love the team...but, T-Bolts is not making me care a whit for any of their teammates. It simply relies on past comics for any kind of characterization, and doesn't bring anything to the table itself. What's Juggernaut thinking? What's Crossbones true feelings or intentions? How does Songbird feel about the new team? Parker seems to not care about exploring feelings or these characters in depth at all.
Now, it might sound like I don't like T-Bolts...which, isn't true at all. I just think Avengers Academy has shown this week why it's the better book of the two.
for A. Academy, and a single
for T-Bolts.
New Avengers #3
I had a love/hate for this issue. I loved the story, especially with great hope the Doctor Strange will get his old title back; but, the "witty banter" during the fight grated heavily on my nerves. That Bendis-aspect to the writing just seemed out of place with all the action going on. I loved the focus on Iron Fist this issue; but, wasn't a fan of Spidey and Thing's interactions. The art was fantastic, though; and, I still love Victoria Hand being used by Bendis. She seems like a fun character to write for.
Highland Laddie #1
This mini that spins off from The Boys didn't do much for me. I'm so into the current storyline, that I can care less about reading a side-story that features Hughie revisiting his hometown and old friends and family. The book is trying to say, "You can't go home again," I guess; but, Ennis' writing makes all the characters unbelievably ridiculous.
Age Of Heroes #4
For those people on a strict budget, this is one of those books that is quite easy to pass up. They should make the "Marvel Comics Presents" and "Astonishing Tales" more like this, though. Instead of having 6-part or 12-part mini episodes in each issue, just give us a couple nice single issue stories that feature a certain character, especially if it's used to promote other Marvel comics or storylines. (For instance, a Shadowland story would fit nicely right now.)
This issue, the first story is the best. It features the New Black Panther, and picks up where Doomwar left off. It gets me interested in the upcoming new series that will start in a couple months.
The next story didn't do much for me. It was an eskimo's viewpoint of finding Captain America in that block of ice so many years ago, and how he views him as a god. I would have been more interested to read more about Zodiac, than the two pages we were given. And, the one page Slott stories are starting to peeve me off. Yes, Slott is sometimes comic book genius...but, one page of Slott is more like pre-ejaculation. It gives the reader no pleasure, as he hasn't even penetrated my interest in a character or story.


Avengers Academy #3 & Thunderbolts #147
Only three issues in; but, I agree with someone else on this thread who said it was the best yet. I love the focused narration on one character each issue...even though it's been done to death nowadays; and, the crossover with Thunderbolts works really well.
EXCEPT, the issue of T-Bolts kind of ruins what's going to happen next issue, by pretty much giving it all away in their comic.
Thunderbolts, like last issue, quickly ties up the cliffhanger from the previous issue; and, it gets the team started on something else, namely the "Scared Straight" crossover. Sadly, it's glossed over far too quickly. Meanwhile, Avengers Academy is taking their time, making it (probably) a two-issue story. What it does is create some interest in the characters as people...something Thunderbolts has been very neglectful of. Sure, I love the team...but, T-Bolts is not making me care a whit for any of their teammates. It simply relies on past comics for any kind of characterization, and doesn't bring anything to the table itself. What's Juggernaut thinking? What's Crossbones true feelings or intentions? How does Songbird feel about the new team? Parker seems to not care about exploring feelings or these characters in depth at all.
Now, it might sound like I don't like T-Bolts...which, isn't true at all. I just think Avengers Academy has shown this week why it's the better book of the two.



New Avengers #3
I had a love/hate for this issue. I loved the story, especially with great hope the Doctor Strange will get his old title back; but, the "witty banter" during the fight grated heavily on my nerves. That Bendis-aspect to the writing just seemed out of place with all the action going on. I loved the focus on Iron Fist this issue; but, wasn't a fan of Spidey and Thing's interactions. The art was fantastic, though; and, I still love Victoria Hand being used by Bendis. She seems like a fun character to write for.

Highland Laddie #1
This mini that spins off from The Boys didn't do much for me. I'm so into the current storyline, that I can care less about reading a side-story that features Hughie revisiting his hometown and old friends and family. The book is trying to say, "You can't go home again," I guess; but, Ennis' writing makes all the characters unbelievably ridiculous.
