Author: Madelyn Champa

Warning: Spoilers for Action Comics #1080 Superman may seem invulnerable on a superficial level, hence his Man of Steel nickname, but he still has his weaknesses. Power Girl has just discovered a way to tap into a classic Kryptonian superpower, proving that it's easier to defeat Superman than expected. If a villain discovered Power Girl's clever new anti-Kryptonian strategy, then Superman could be in serious trouble. Action comics #1080 by Mark Waid, Clayton Henry, Matt Herms and Dave Sharpe pits Superman and his allies against an army of escaped Phantom Zone prisoners who have scattered across the galaxy. One of…

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Warning: Spoilers for Challengers of the Unknown #1 THE Justice League is back as the DC Universe's premier team, and they're residing in a renovated Watchtower filled with advanced technology. Among these updates is a new mode of transportation, courtesy of FlashThis puts the Batmobile to shame. The Justice League now has access to the ultimate spaceship, and the surprising addition of the Flash makes it the fastest ship in DC history. In Challengers of the Unknown #1 by Christopher Cantwell, Sean Izaakse, Romulo Fajardo Jr. and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou, Ace Morgan is recruited by the Justice League to embark on…

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Warning: Spoilers for Challengers of the Unknown #1 DarkseidHis powers make him a force to be reckoned with, but the Justice League finally found the perfect defense against him. The New God may be gone, but his impact continues to reverberate throughout the DC Universe, so heroes are preparing to resist his residual energy. To that end, the Justice League's costumes just received an update that Darkseid doesn't stand a chance against. In Challengers of the Unknown #1 by Christopher Cantwell, Sean Izaakse, Romulo Fajardo Jr. and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou, the Justice League recruits the Challengers to help them investigate anomalies…

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Warning: Spoilers for Challengers of the Unknown #1 It's no secret that the death of Darkseid made an immense impact on the DC Universe, including the birth of the new Absolute Universe that he produced in his image. Now, Justice League has revealed another way Darkseid's explosive end destroyed DC's continuity, and an underappreciated group of heroes are being tasked with fixing the mess the New God left behind. In preview for Challengers of the Unknown #1 by Christopher Cantwell, Sean Izaakse, Romulo Fajardo Jr. and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou, the Justice League recruits the Challengers to investigate their base in search…

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Warning: Spoilers for Jenny Sparks #5 Most superheroes in the DC Universe use disguises to keep their civilian lives separate from their heroic deeds, and Batman is no exception. However, some are better than others at keeping their true nature hidden, with Superman in particular having the best disguise of all. The quick exposure of Batman's true identity by a hero proves how much more obvious his disguise is than Superman's. In Jenny Sparks #5 by Tom King, Jeff Spokes, and Clayton Cowles, the titular hero sleeps in a bar while a drunken man nearby discusses politics with a mysterious…

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Warning: Spoilers for Titans #18 THE Titans are operating under new leadership now that Nightwing stepped aside and promoted Wonder Girl to the role of leader as his replacement. Nightwing has spent years running the Titans, so following Donna's orders isn't easy for him, creating friction between them as they butt heads. Donna Troy is officially the leader of the Titans and makes sure everyone knows it – especially Nightwing. In preview for Titans #18 by John Layman and Pete Woods, the Titans have moved into a new underground base called “Titans Tunnels,” which the team isn't too thrilled about.…

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Warning: Spoilers for Green Lantern #18Green Lantern has faced many formidable foes over the years, but only one holds the title of his most unnerving foe to date, and that's none other than the Predator. The Predator's complicated history with Star Sapphire – a Violet Lantern and Hal Jordan's love interest – makes him a problematic figure in DC history, and his return to Green Lantern lore marks a critical moment of growth for her. In Green Lantern #18 by Jeremy Adams, Xermánico, Romulo Fajardo Jr. and Dave Sharpe, a cosmic war has broken out in the DC Universe, and…

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Warning: Spoilers for Action Comics #1079 THE Justice League long struggle to find a way to defeat Superman In case he betrays them, and with the help of an underrated hero, the team has just unlocked the ideal weapon. Superman is a trusted member of the Justice League, but if he were to switch sides, they would be powerless to stop him. Fortunately, the Justice League's new anti-Superman contingency plan is a surefire strategy for defeating Superman if necessary. In Action comics #1079 by Mark Waid, Michael Shelfer, Matt Herms and Dave Sharpe, Superman is at a low ebb, so…

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Peanut evolved into a worldwide sensation during its fifty years of publication, and that popularity has only grown since its tenure came to an end in 2000. To this day, children continue to be enraptured by Charlie Brown and his colorful cast of friends, and this appeal has continued. owes in large part to the fact that Charles Schulz reflected his youthful mentalities in his writings. In statements given by Charles Schulz at the 1994 National Cartoonists Society convention and shared by Hogan's Alleyhe discussed how he believes there is always a place for innocence in storytelling, and this idea…

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NOTICE! Spoilers for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Nation #1THE Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesThe designs are simple but effective, with the four brothers wearing matching headbands. In an unexpected turn of events, Raphael decided to deviate from his classic appearance and undergo a civilian makeover. The strongest of the Ninja Turtles just got a stylish redesign after being separated from his brothers, and it's easily one of his coolest looks yet. “Attack on Area 51” by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Nation #1 – written by Tom Waltz with art by Vincenzo Federici, Ronda Pattison and Rus Wooton – follows…

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