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Dive into current Marvel Comics X-Men relaunch with Dawn of X coming to comic shops in 2019! For the video: For the full reading order: Hickman X-Men reading order Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more exclusive content from Comic Book Herald, check out the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/comicbookherald For the Comic Book Herald reading club...

Dive into current Marvel Comics for the first time ever, or first time in a while, with this fast track guide on where to start! For the video: For the full reading order: Marvel Fresh Start Marvel Fresh Start Fast Track! Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more exclusive content from Comic Book Herald, check out the Patreon: https://www.patreon....

In House of X #6 we get our first glimpse of Krakoa’s mutant leaders, the Quiet Council of Krakoa. On today’s Krakin Krakoa X-Men exploration, I’m going to explore questions like: Who’s the redacted Red King of the Hellfire Club? What 10 mutants are missing from this assemblage of 18 mutant leaders? Who the flip is Exodus?! For the video: For the full reading order: Jonathan Hickman’s X-Men Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTun...

At times, Namor the Sub-Mariner has challenged even Apocalypse for title of “First Mutant.” So why is it that the King of Atlantis is *the* holdout from the X-Men’s mutant island nation of Krakoa? In this Krakin’ Krakoa, the series where I dig into the most fascinating elements of the Jonathan Hickman written X-Men comics at Marvel, I explore why Namor’s refusing Professor X’s offer, his history with the X-Men (and Marvel Universe at large), and consider what it means for Professor X to be read...

In 80 years it will be 2099, and Marvel is bringing back their future Marvel 2099 comic book universe as a result! Late 2019 will feature a 2099 crossover event including the likes of Spider-Man 2099, Venom 2099, Doom 2099, and many more, as well as crossing over with present day events in the pages of Amazing Spider-Man. For the video: For the full reading order guide check out the page on Comic Book Herald: Marvel 2099 (2019 Event!) Comics discussed include: + Spider-Man 2099 + Doom 2099...

Who are the real first horsemen of Apocalypse? What role will they play in the Dawn of X? And What do Jack Kirby’s Eternals have to do with Apocalypse in Hickman’s X-Men? I answer all these questions and more in this deep dive into Apocalypse, his four horsemen, and House of X. For more, check out the full guides on Comic Book Herald: Apocalypse reading order House of X reading order For the video: Comics discussed include: SHIELD Jack Kirby’s Eternals Uncanny X-Force Many, many more! Music...

This month John & Dave tackle The Immortal Hulk by Al Ewing, Joe Bennett, and various collaborators. For the video: For more, check out the full guides on Comic Book Herald: The Hulk reading order Comics discussed include: + The Immortal Hulk (through volume 4!) + The Best Defense Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more exclusive content from...

In the pages of House of X, Wanda Maximoff (The Scarlet Witch) is referred to as “The Great Pretender” and listed as one of the most devastating assailants in mutant history. But was Wanda pretending to be a mutant, actually a mutant, or simply deceived into thinking she was a mutant? For more, check out the full guides on Comic Book Herald: Scarlet Witch reading order For the video: Comics discussed include: Scarlet Witch (2016) Vision (2016) House of M Uncanny Avengers Many, many more! Mu...

It’s Thor vs Loki at the end of time! I explain the history of “Future Thor” throughout Jason Aaron’s complete run since 2012! For more, check out the full guides on Comic Book Herald: Thor reading order For the video: Comics discussed include: Thor: God of Thunder Thor by Aaron and Del Mundo War of the Realms Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receiv...

In this “Road To” I share the history of the Batman Who Laughs, and how it all builds to the latest DC Comics crossover, Year of the Villain: The Infected! For more, check out the full guides on Comic Book Herald: https://www.comicbookherald.com/reading-dc-comics/dc-rebirth-reading-order/year-four/year-of-the-villain-the-infected-reading-order/ Comics discussed include: + Dark Nights Metal + Justice League by Scott Snyder + The Batman Who Laughs + Batman / Superman #1 Music for Best Comics...

Mister Sinister For the video: For more, check out the full guides on Comic Book Herald: Mister Sinister reading order Comics discussed include: + X-Men Inferno + X-Men X-Tinction Agenda + The Further Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix + Messiah CompleX + Uncanny X-Men by Kieron Gillen + Secret Wars Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more exclu...

In this House of X / Powers of X companion, I breakdown the history of Nimrod, one of the deadliest villains in the X-Men’s history! For the full reading order: Nimrod (X-Men) Reading Order Jonathan Hickman X-Men Reading Order! Comics discussed include: + Uncanny X-Men by Chris Claremont and John Romita Jr + Excalibur by Alan Davis + Machine Man / Bastion ’98 Annual #1 (seriously!) + New X-Men: Childhood’s End Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonywei...

The history of the Phalanx, alien foes of the X-Men and new players in the scope of Jonathan Hickman’s House of X and Powers of X! [Powerpress] For the full reading order: Phalanx reading order Comics discussed include: + Phalanx Covenant + Annihilation Conquest + Powers of X + More! Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more exclusive content ...

2019 marks the return of DC’s Legion of Super-Heroes! I dive into the “Road To” Millennium which will bring back the Legion, and explore various future timelines of the DC Universe: For more, check out Comic Book Herald’s full write-up: Legion of Super-Heroes Millennium Reading Order! Comics discussed include: + Legion of Super-Heroes: The Great Darkness Saga + Brian Michael Bendis’ Superman + Batman Beyond + Kirby creations like Kamandi & Omac + Supergirl & The Legion of Super-Heroes! M...

The history of Moira MacTaggert, a major player in the pages of House of X! For more, check out the full write-up on Comic Book Herald: Moira MacTaggert (X-Men) Reading Order! Comics discussed include: + Uncanny X-Men by Chris Claremont, Dave Cockrum, John Byrne, and more. + New Mutants by Claremont and Sienkiewicz + Excalibur written by Warren Ellis, + X-Statix Presents: Dead Girl by Peter Milligan and Mike Allred! Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anth...

Why is Grant Morrison so keen on reviving DC’s Silver Age in 2019? John & I explore The Green Lantern in depth, looking at the use of Silver Age concepts in modern storytelling, and whether or not it works today. Plus, a whole host of The Green Lantern analysis as the series ramps up for the season one finish! Comics discussed include: The Green Lantern Vol. 1 The Green Lantern Vol. 2 Review discussed includes: https://www.adventuresinpoortaste.com/2019/08/07/the-green-lantern-10-review-mult...

I explore the references to Marvel history throughout the Jonathan Hickman written series House of X and Powers of X. For more, check out the full write-up on Comic Book Herald: Krakin’ Krakoa: Secrets of House of X! Comics discussed include: House of X #1 & #2 Powers of X #1 New X-Men New Avengers Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more excl...

From Uncanny X-Men #1 to House of X #1, this is your road to the history of Professor X! For more check out the full guide on Comic Book Herald: Professor X Reading Order! Comics discussed include: Uncanny X-Men by Stan Lee & Jack Kirby Chris Claremont era X-Men Onslaught New X-Men X-Men: Legacy Astonishing X-Men Many more! Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Co...

From “Thanos Wins” to Absolute Carnage, this is your road to the Marvel Universe by writer Donny Cates! For more check out the full guide on Comic Book Herald: Donny Cates Marvel Universe Reading Order (2017 – ) Comics discussed include: Doctor Strange by Donny Cates Thanos Wins Venom by Donny Cates Guardians of the Galaxy by Donny Cates Absolute Carnage More! Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To le...

John and I discuss our top 11 picks for best comics of the year to date! For the full list check out: https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-best-comics-of-2019/ Comics discussed include: Sea of Stars Black Badge Peter Cannon, Thunderbolt The Green Lantern Immortal Hulk Criminal Little Bird Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more exclusive content ...

I’m joined by John Galati to discuss our picks for best comics of the year to date! For the full list check out: https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-best-comics-of-2019/ Comics discussed include: Black Hammer – 2019 Venom / Absolute Carnage Bitter Root East of West Naomi, Jimmy Olsen, and Lois Lane Die The Unstoppable Wasp Assassin Nation Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support ...

For the first time since Avengers: Endgame we know what the outline of the Marvel Cinematic Universe will look like through 2021. In a blend of unmitigated excitement and reaction to 8 million requests for related reading orders (which I have for every Phase 4 movie outlined! Planning!), I’ve put together a reading companion for all of Phase 4. Below you’ll find a complete guide to Marvel Studios’ Phase 4 film and television lineup, including recommended reading for every movie and show. This r...

My favorite new & complete stories in Marvel Unlimited this month including: Comics discussed: New X-Men Little Bird Criminal (2019) War of the Realms Find the full list of comics ranked on my Best Comics of All Time! Music for Best Comics Ever by Anthony Weis. Check out more music at anthonyweis.com. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Android To learn how you can support Best Comics Ever and receive more exclusive content from Comic Book Herald, check out the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...

My favorite comics of the year so far, discussed and ranked! You can watch it all via my DC’s Best of 2019 video! Comics discussed include: + Aquaman by Deconnick and Robson Rocha + Hawkman by Robert Vendetti and Bryan Hitch + Female Furies by Cecil Castelluci and Adriana Melo + DCeased by Tom Taylor and Trevor Hairsine + Action Comics by Brian Michael Bendis and Steve Epting + Wonder Twins by Mark Russell and Stephen Byrne + The Green Lantern by Grant Morrison and Liam Sharp + The Wild ...