Tag Flash
VARIANT COVER: Flash #6
When Flash #6 arrives at the end of February, look for a variant cover by Mike Choi. “THE FLASH is one of my favorite books right now, so it was a real pleasure and honor to get the chance to … Continue reading → [read more]
Don’t Ask! Just Buy It! – January 25, 2012: Criminal Minded
Filed under: Don't Ask! Just Buy It! Reading Comics author Douglas Wolk runs down the hottest comics and graphic novels coming out this week.
KEY:
* Southern regions
^ NYC and environs
% The spandex belt
* THE SILENCE OF OUR FRIENDS
I would... [read more]
Comic Book Moments of the Week for 12/28/11
The last Moments of the Week for 2011 brings with it the end to the arcs of Aquaman and Annihilators: Earthfall, while TMNT's Michelangelo brings in the new year turtle-style. Also on tap is Franklin Richards versus a Celestial in FF, and Cyclops ve... [read more]
‘DC Universe Online’ Launches Flash-Centric ‘Lightning Strikes’ DLC [Video]
Filed under: DC, Gaming, Video
DC Universe Online launched its second major DLC pack, "Lightning Strikes," today. The first major addition to the title since it went free-to-play last month, the $9.99 (for Premium and Free players) "Lightning Strike... [read more]
The Flash #3
The ideal comic is, of course, one that features a great story illustrated by great art. Some books have neither, and some have either strong story or art - but not both. The Flash is a case in point. Artist Francis Manapul is [read more]
Moment of the Day – Remember Pogs?
The Flash #84, by Mark Waid and Barry Kitson
The only way to trump polybagging is to bring back comic pogs! Now where'd I place that Alf pog...
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Barry Allen Rejects the Transcendent Joy of Coffee in ‘Flash’ #3 [Preview]
Filed under: DC, Previews, Parting Shot
In a gorgeous preview from the newest issue of The Flash, on stands today, Barry Allen expresses controversial opinions about coffee that run diametrically opposite to our most deeply held values and beliefs... [read more]
The Geoff Johns Literalism Method: A Primer
Filed under: DC, Opinion
Geoff Johns is quite possibly the single most successful superhero comics writer in the business today, with an almost alchemical ability to transform any struggling franchise or character into a top-tier title ripe for spin... [read more]
The Flash #1
As a big fan of The Flash (especially the Barry Allen version), I've been enjoying the focus DC has placed on the character - but I approach the "New 52" version tentatively - what changes might be in store? It's apparently a "clean" reboot, startin... [read more]
‘Flash’ #1 Hits The Ground Running [Review]
Filed under: DC, Reviews Of all the titles in the DC Reboot, the one that I've been the most curious about is Flash. It almost goes without saying that Francis Manapul is an incredible visual storyteller and I've definitely enjoyed his art from the ... [read more]
Flashpoint #5 (of 5)
This has to be one of the biggest issues in DC's history.
On the shoulders of Flashpoint ride the upcoming transformation of the DC Universe, the final fate of the transformed world, and the closure of (for all intents and purposes) the last 70-pl... [read more]
REVIEW: Flashpoint #5 (of 5)
Or – “One Time Where I’m Glad It’s Barry Allen…” As much as I have not cared for the revamped and relaunched “Ultimate” Barry Allen, I am glad this game-changing miniseries is all about Flash II. Since ... [read more]
Moment of the Day – Mr. Slow
The Flash #63, by Mark Waid and Greg LaRocque
That's a five-hour gap between the mail arriving and picking it up. Sometimes Barry's excuses made it even harder on himself than he needed them to be.
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GET TO THE FLASHPOINT, Week 13: Lois Lane, Superman, Kid Flash, Hal Jordan
Filed under: DC, Opinion
Flashpoint is DC Comics' summer event of 2011 that promises to change the DC Universe unrecognizably until the event's climactic finale, when the DC Universe will instead be left changed somewhat recognizably. In support of ... [read more]
RETRO REVIEW: Flash #79 (August 1993)
Or – “Some Stories Just Do Not Need To Be Told…” I’ve made some hash lately (presuming that turn of phrase means anything, which in retrospect it may not) of comics publishing companies’ tendencies to tell stories th... [read more]
GET UP TO SPEED WITH THE FLASH 101 Digital Comics Sale This Weekend Only
We have just the thing all you fans of the Scarlet Speedster have been waiting for with this weekend’s FLASH 101 digital comics sale. For two days only over 100 FLASH issues will be on sale for $.99. This is a great way to get up to speed on some [read more]
Actually Having Super Powers Wouldn’t Be Nearly As Fun As ‘Chronicle’