Issue #126: Comic Books For The Weeks Of Wednesday, March 23, 2011 & July 6, 2011:

Comic book for the week of Wednesday, March 23, 2011:


Invincible #78 (Skybound/Image)

Comic books for the week of Wednesday, July 6, 2011:


Flashpoint: Project Superman #1 (of 3) (DC)
Adventure Comics #528 (DC)

Invincible #78 (Skybound/Image) *  *  *  *  *


This issue was published near the end of March, but my local comic book shop, Acme Comics in Longwood, Florida, was shorted their order. Much of what they did receive of their order of this issue was damaged, so that only around ten of their customers were able to get a copy. It became apparent that Diamond Comics Distributor would not be filling the rest of their order. I was finally able to afford to get a copy from mycomicshop.com. It was worth the wait. This issue deals with the aftermath of the Viltrumite War, with our heroes returning to Earth. Robert Kirkman is one of those writers who can make these issues, which come after a major fight, be just as interesting as the battle itself. The characters begin to come to terms with the war, and we find that some things have changed at home. We'll find out more about these changes in future issues, as Kirkman and company begin the next major storyline.

Flashpoint: Project Superman #1 (of 3) (DC) *  *  *  *


I wasn't going to get this title because I'm not reading the Flashpoint series, but, when Acme put it in my subscription file with no obligation, I couldn't say no. I like stories that are like the classic 1960's imaginary stories, and I was glad I did. This issue details the development of a secret government project to develop their own superhero, and no, he doesn't carry a shield. We see the reaction to someone who has powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men, but I won't spoil it here. As for what happened to our Superman, we may learn in the next issue.

Adventure Comics #528 (DC) *  *  *  *


Graduation Day comes for the next class of Legion Academy graduates, but not everyone gets the assignment they hoped for most. We learn who goes where, and the Legion Headquarters has an intruder. This issue ties into the battle with the new Legion Of Super-Villains in the main Legion title, as this current storyline will wrap up next month for the September relaunch. It was a good action packed issue with the usual share of great character moments, a Legion staple. I'm looking forward to reading how this battle will end.

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