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The Incredible Hercules #139

December 26th, 2009 | By Greg McElhatton

"Incredible Hercules" this month is little more than two teams meeting and fighting, but it's an awfully entertaining fight.

Amazing Spider-Man #615

December 20th, 2009 | By Timothy Callahan

Javier Pulido swings into town and makes Fred Van Lente's script sparkle.

Web of Spider-Man #3

December 9th, 2009 | By Doug Zawisza

"Web of Spider-Man" continues to investigate the past of some of fan-favorite foes of Spider-Man. This issue focuses on the Rhino.

Incredible Hercules #138

November 24th, 2009 | By Doug Zawisza

"MAMATHOOOOOM!" With some of the best onomatopoeia in comics today, the thunder rolls across the heavenly pages of "Incredible Hercules".

Deadpool #899

November 10th, 2009 | By Greg McElhatton

There are some good bits in "Deadpool Team-Up," but it's not half as funny as it promises to be.

Assault on New Olympus #1

November 8th, 2009 | By Doug Zawisza

Marvel's other big story begins right here. While "Dark Reign" thunders on, a story with great characters and lasting repercussions is brewing right here. All that plus a full day's supply of "Agents of Atlas."

The Incredible Hercules #137

October 27th, 2009 | By Doug Zawisza

This issue of "Incredible Hercules" follows the continuing journey of Amadeus Cho. The decisions he makes here will play out in these pages for a long time to come.

The Incredible Hulk #603

October 26th, 2009 | By Greg McElhatton

"Incredible Hulk" makes both Skaar and Daken interesting. Bet you didn't think that was even possible.

The Incredible Hercules #136

October 19th, 2009 | By Greg McElhatton

"Incredible Hercules" is even better than your friends are telling you. And that's before you include gods giving each other wedgies.

Marvel Zombies Return #1

September 6th, 2009 | By James Hunt

Zombie Spider-Man arrives in a 60s-inspired Marvel Universe -- and chaos, naturally, ensues.

The Incredible Hulk #601

August 31st, 2009 | By James Hunt

Bruce Banner is back in action, and dealing with his first problem -- Skaar, the son of the Hulk.

Incredible Hercules #133

August 25th, 2009 | By Chad Nevett

“Incredible Hercules” is bi-weekly and the spotlight falls on Amadeus Cho here as he searches for his missing sister and the murderers of his parents.

Dark Reign: Mr. Negative #3

August 24th, 2009 | By James Hunt

We finally learn the origin of Mr. Negative, as he out-maneuvers the Hood.

Incredible Hercules #132

August 11th, 2009 | By Chad Nevett

Though not as good as everyone hyped it up to be, “Incredible Hercules” #132 has some funny moments and is a fun, enjoyable read.

Dark Reign: Mr. Negative #1

June 21st, 2009 | By James Hunt

Mister Negative takes on the Hood in a turf war as Dark Reign catches up with the Spideyverse in a big way.

Incredible Hercules #129

May 31st, 2009 | By Timothy Callahan

Herc and Amadeus journey into the underworld, but it's a bit different than you might expect.

Marvel Zombies 4 #1

April 14th, 2009 | By James Hunt

A new Midnight Sons team take on the ridiculous Marvel Zombies.

All-New Savage She-Hulk #1

April 7th, 2009 | By Doug Zawisza

There's a new She-Hulk in town with a mission to find the greatest "Overman" of all, but she has to do so before time runs out.

Amazing Spider-Man #589

March 27th, 2009 | By Timothy Callahan

The Spot returns, for what it's worth, and it turns out it's worth a lot if you like good Spider-Man stories with humor and pathos.

X-Men: Noir #4

March 16th, 2009 | By Timothy Callahan

A strong finale to a series I had written off too early.

Hulk: Broken Worlds #1

March 11th, 2009 | By James Hunt

An anthology comic that takes a look at various incarnations of the Hulk.

Incredible Hercules #124

January 10th, 2009 | By Greg McElhatton

"The Incredible Hercules" continues to be the most entertaining book from Marvel that you're probably not actually reading.

X-Men Noir #1

December 3rd, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

Van Lente's script isn't the freshest thing in the world, but Calero's overwrought artwork makes this issue completely lifeless.

Eternals Annual #1

November 15th, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

Fred Van Lente writes a better story than we've seen in the main title, but the art is a significant step backwards.

Marvel Zombies 3 #2

November 5th, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

Machine Man Aaron Stack gets the spotlight in this fun-filled bloodbath.

Marvel Zombies 3 #1

October 7th, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

A surprisingly excellent start to another zombie series from Marvel.

Wolverine: First Class #6

September 2nd, 2008 | By Doug Zawisza

"Wolverine: First Class" attempts to put the "all" back in "all ages" reads. Find out what Doug Zawisza and his oldest daughter, Amanda, think about this latest issue of the shared adventures of Logan and Kitty Pryde.

Incredible Hercules #120

August 20th, 2008 | By Doug Zawisza

Drawing a close the "Sacred Invasion", Hercules and his God Squad are finally able to go face-to-face with the Skrulls' gods " Sl'gur't and Kly'bn -- in a hard-hitting adventure.

Skrulls vs. Power Pack #1

July 30th, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

Even the little ones can't escape the effects of "Secret Invasion."

The Incredible Hercules #119

June 24th, 2008 | By Benjamin Birdie

While the art is uneven, the story is a welcomed addition to an otherwise blah "Secret Invasion" event. "The Incredible Hercules" is a top tier Marvel book, deserving of more attention.

The Incredible Hercules #117

May 23rd, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

How many gods does it take to stop a Skrull invasion?

Hulk Vs. Hercules: When Titans Collide #1

April 29th, 2008 | By James Hunt

It’s Hulk vs. Hercules in a fight that apparently happened years ago. Could be worse, but ultimately you have to wonder what sort of comic it thinks it is. An annual? Regular part of the Hercules series? Who knows!?

The Incredible Hercules #116

April 22nd, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

Mythologies clash in another good issue of this surprising series.

Wolverine: First Class #1

March 26th, 2008 | By Timothy Callahan

"Wolverine: First Class" is an inoffensive kid-friendly Learn-A-Lesson comic book from Marvel's rising star writer, Fred Van Lente.

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