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Curt Swan Superman addendum

In today's review of DC Direct's Showcase Superman, yo mentioned the classic essay "Man of Steel, Woman of Kleenex." Written in 1969 by famed sci-fi author Larry Niven, the article posits the problems that Clark Kent would face when trying … Continue reading →

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Change-Bots come to Kickstarter

Remember Alf the Incredible Change-Bots? They're back! In pog Kickstarter form! In keeping with the weird pseudo-retro style of the comic, the Kickstarter is for simple trading cards. Unless you pledge high, and then it's for simple metal, wooden or … Continue reading →

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IDW reveals their M.A.S.K. redesigns

Following closely on the heels of the news that IDW is bundling all their Hasbro titles into one shared universe, they've released this image showing off the new takes on the characters: Set up in the feeling of the Fast … Continue reading →

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IDW leads the way to Hasbro's shared universe

IDW Publishing has announced that their upcoming Revolution five-parter will bring the worlds of GI Joe, Transformers, Micronauts, Rom and Action Man into one cohesive whole. While the storyline will change the status quo for the titles, it's not a … Continue reading →

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Amazing-Man addendum

Today we reviewed Amazing-Man. Here, direct from 1939, is his first appearance in Amazing-Man Comics #5: <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>Amazing Heroes Kickstarter Soon Forget: Homemade Heroes

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Black Terror addendum

In today's review of The Black Terror, yo mentioned there was a comic on the back of the card. Here, from the original Kickstarter, is that image: <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>"Secret Wars: Thors" #1 variant "Secret Wars Journal" #1 … Continue reading →

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Daredevil addendum

Today we reviewed the original Golden Age Daredevil. Thanks to the magic of the public domain, here's his first appearance from Silver Streak Comics #6:

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Batroc the Leaper addendum

Last year, we posted a review of Marvel Legends Batroc the Leaper that made some pretty bold claims. In honor of Leap Day today, let's see if any of them can be backed up. But first, a video: So, list … Continue reading →

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Stardust the Super Wizard addendum

Today we reviewed Stardust the Super Wizard. To truly appreciate how stupid this character is, you have to see him in action. Here, from Fantastic Comics #1, is his debut story:

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Superposeable Spider-Man addendum

Today we reviewed the figure most commonly known as "McFarlane Spider-Man," though ToyBiz insists it's based on the art of J. Scott Campbell. yo says he's inclined to believe them, but not all of us are so sure. Here's a … Continue reading →

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