Iron Man #6 Review

The first arc of this new series did just enough to keep me interested in this book. In fact, if it was not Iron Man then I would have dropped it by now. I did not even think that #6 would appeal to me, with the new direction and all, however I am now glad that I did not decide to drop it. Gillen has written a very humorous book here, that was actually a lot more interesting than I thought it would be.

This issue mainly focuses on Tony and his attempts to sleep with some kind of alien woman. Things end badly with this, and a twist at the end shows us that Tony is is a situation that he never thought would be possible. In three lines I have pretty much summed up this issue, so surely that means this issue was bad? No not at all. It was enjoyable, and I felt that it flowed a whole lot better than any of previous five issues of this series. It is clear that Gillen is starting to get into the flow with Iron Man, and I hope that this continues.

One thing that impressed me in this issue was how well developed this alien race were considering this was the first issue they appeared in. We still do not know an amazing amount, but we have learned quite a lot from just one issue. I am now interested in them, and I got even more interested in them when I found out who their dead god is.

This was not a perfect issue, and there are the same flaws in this issue that I have found in the previous ones. The book goes by far too quickly. I do not want a dialogue heavy book as that would go against the tone that is being made here, however I think there could be slightly more content included. This issue flowed better than others, as I mentioned before, so maybe we are going to see more packed issues in the future.
I am also still not a massive fan of the art by Greg Land. I do not think it is half as bad as people say it is, but I think this book would really benefit from a different style completely. I can understand why Land has been chosen as Tony is one of the biggest draws for Marvel, and his style is simple and does not over complicate things; which may have put readers off.

Overall, this a lot better from Gillen, and I am hoping for more of the same during the rest of this arc. I went into this issue waiting for an excuse to drop this series, and by the last panel I was certain that I would be picking up #7 when it hits the shelves.
This issue really should have been #1, but it still works as a great jumping on point for new readers. Lets hope that the development of this new race, as well as the character development of Tony, keep going in the same direction as in this issue.

Rating: 7.25 / 10

All New X-Men #6 Reivew

I initially missed this series when issues 1-5 came out, but ended up doing everything within my power to purchase those issues when I read just how good this series was. So I got myself up to date and now here we are with #6 in the series. Bendis has been getting plaudits for this book from all corners of the comic book community, and you can really see why. This series has legs to it; so what was firstly considered as probably only running for a few issues, now seems to have the world at its feet. Rightly so in my opinion too.

We see a lot of young Jean Grey in this issue as she is coming to grips with what happens to her in the future, as well as the new powers that she all of a sudden now possesses. What I really liked in this issue was how supporting Kitty Pryde was throughout towards Jean. I am a massive fan of Kitty's, so it is awesome for me to see her role become more important in this series as she has taken it upon herself to look after the younger versions of the X-Men.

The other main story running throughout this book was between young Cyclops and modern day Wolverine. It is clear to see what Logan is finding it hard not to take his anger out on young Scott, even though the events that have recently happened are not his fault at all. However, when he does lower his guard, it doesn't end too well for him.
I really do feel sorry for young Scott as he is coming to grips with just what he is going to do in his future. It must be a big shock for anyone knowing that they will never be what they believe they will become in their future; and it must be even harder knowing that you will be behind the death of someone who was a father like figure to you. It is going to be interesting to see the development of young Scott in particular throughout this series, as well as young Jean.

The art in this series is once again perfect for this book. David Marquez is doing a fine job on this series, and I will even go as far as saying that I think this issue may his best work yet on the title.
As mentioned at the start of this review, many people did not think that this title had the legs; now the potential for some major character development seems pretty much limitless. I really can't wait for the next issue of this to hit the shelves; it may be my favourite Marvel NOW title. February seems so far away.

Rating: 9 / 10

Punk Rock Jesus #6 Review *FINAL ISSUE*

This series has been absolutely amazing. Each issue has been top drawer, and I am very excited to read the series back now it is complete. Sean Murphy has created the best mini series of 2012, which happens to be one of my favorites of all time. You can tell already that I loved this issue, there were so many reasons too, and if you have read from the start then what you will get here is a very satisfying ending indeed.

We start off learning more about Thomas' past. This is something I have always been interested in, but it has never been my favorite part of any issue it has been explored in. However, in this issue, we saw everything get tied together very nicely; which also showed how he got to where he was at the beginning of this series. It was something we had all been wondering; how had this bad ass become the bodyguard for a Jesus clone? Well now I can safely safe it is an explanation that I am very happy with.

I do not want to give any spoilers away in this review as I want as many people to read this series as possible so things may start to get a bit vague now. What happened in the rest of the issue was very emotional, which took me completely be surprise to be honest. Yes, I have enjoyed this series greatly, but I did not think I was attached to the characters as much as I am. The fact that Sean Murphy has made me, after six issues, be desperate for a character to survive it all; goes to show how well written these characters actually are.

There has been a major theme of religion running through this whole series (obviously), and I just want to touch on what we saw of that theme in this issue. A certain character in this book described what Chris had been through in his short life and made comparisons to Jesus. This panel or two was fantastic and once you read it you will be shocked that you didn't see certain shall we say, similarities.

I am going to miss this series, but I honestly think that six issues was a perfect amount for it to develop and come to an ending which I am sure most fans of it will appreciate. Reading it all the way through in a sitting or two is my next challenge. It is one that I really cant wait for. If you have not been reading this then pick the trade up, you will not be disappointed.


Rating: 9.5 / 10


 P.s Oh, This issue also had one of the best last pages I have seen. I am going to challenge followers of this series to not have a wry smile / cheeky chuckle when they see it.