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Last night I read the first five issues of Mark Waid and Peter Krause’s Irredeemable, thanks to the Boom’s smart issuing of the first four issues in a $9.99 trade and #5 at $0.99.

Now that’s good comics.

The story of a Superman-level hero gone bad, the mere mention of the premise doesn’t do it justice. This isn’t some Hal Jordan/Parallax moment of snapping, it’s a slow erosion of his resolve and commitment over the years.

From the ridicule at the hands of people he saves to the betrayal of his trust – there’s a pattern of the Plutonian’s life revealed through flashbacks as his former teammates scramble to find a way to stop him from destroying the world.

It’s a great book, and well, well worth picking up the first trade – especially at the current price.

It’s funny, I don’t think I’ve ever been disappointed by a Boom! title, but I haven’t picked one up for a while. Even so, if they’re still available I recommend checking out 10, Talent, Cover Girl, Hero Squared and Tag .

Hey, everyone! Its been a while since I’ve posted my pull list. I didn’t want all of you to think I had given up. Rich’s been so great to let me post here from time to time, but when you’re running your own review site, producing seven episodes of our podcasts a month, not to mention family and school stuff – I get busy. LOL. But we’r ehere to talk comics! What am I grabbing this week? Let’s see…

Absolution #0 – I don’t normally pick up Avatar titles mainly because I just don’t have any connection to the creative teams. This series is being written by Christos Gage and I’m a fan of his. I’ll check out this issue and see if it grabs me. If not, this may be the only issue I get.

Action Comics #878 – I’m having a lot of fun with this book. Its strange to be reading this book without Superman, but the further we get from the Superman issues the more this series feels like its suppose to be.

Amazing Spider-Man #597 – The “American Son” arc has been pretty good. I’m always a sucker for a Harry Osborn story. I’m really interested to see what happens to Peter when the Dark Avengers discover him – because you know they will!

Batman #687 – I am so excited to get back to Batman. Last week’s BATMAN AND ROBIN #1 was fun, but I want to see what Winick is going to do with this series. I really enjoyed his first run on the series, but can lightning strike twice?

Booster Gold #21 – I haven’t been picking up this series for a while. The only thing I want to point out is the Blue Beetle back up in this issue. Not sure if that’s enough for me to pick it up.

Buck Rogers #1 – Dynamite Entertainment has been grabbing up so many properties this last year or so. BUCK ROGERS seems to be an odd choice, but after the zero issue I’m on board. This is definitely not the hokie book I thought it was going to be. Straight up sci-fi action!

GI Joe Origins #4 – Every month IDW puts out three great G.I. JOE titles that are so different from one another. I’m curious to see how they all come together in the next month or so.

Green Lantern Corps #37 – Come on – its a riot on Oa! What more do you want in a GL book?

Proof #20 – I’m behind on my reading with this book only because I love reading several issues at a time. I like that ‘trade’ feel without waiting for the trade.

Red Robin #1 – So… who is Red Robin? I think we all have a good idea who it is, but I’ll play along as I pick up this issue.

Savage Dragon #149 – One more issue before #150 and this book continues to pick up steam. This is probably my favorite book I’m reading right now.

Sherlock Holmes #2 – Here’s another one of those properties that Dynamite picked up that I just wasn’t sure what would become of them. The first issue was so good! I’m standing in line for this one, folks!

Soulfire New World Order #2 – SOULFIRE is one of those titles that I just got hooked into from the very first issue I read. The recent miniseries that Aspen have been releasing have been pretty good stories with amazing art and well worth while of checking out.

Unknown #2 – Remember that week where there were three “un” titles? Well, we’re back for Round 2 and the first is UNKNOWN from Boom! Studios. I really liked this first issue so I knew I had to check out the second. The story is a detective mystery with a bit of the science fiction/mystical/fantasy. Its a good mix.

Unthinkable #2 – This is Boom’s other “un” book and is probably the one based in reality the most. Last issue we got to see our lead character be a part of a government think tank which eventually closed shop. Now some of those scenarios they thought up are happening. What to do? What to do?

War Of Kings Savage World Of Skaar – I’m reading WAR OF KINGS, but is this necessary? Just curious.

X-Men Forever #1 – If you’ve been over to my site (www.thecomicaddiction.com) then you know we’ve been on a kick with this series. We had a podcast interview with Chris Claremont. Marvel gave us an advance look at this particular issue (which I REALLY enjoyed). We started up a Annotations and Insights series to help people figure out what’s happening in the series. I was skeptical of this series at first, but I’m on board now. Good fun comics.

Wow! Another HUGE week for me. I’m not sure I’ll grab them all, but you never know until you’re standing in the comic shop staring at all those new books… very tempting!

I know that I put up the pull list weekly, but I thought I’d just mention things that I follow/followed in trades as well…

Preacher – Yes, I know it’s done, and I finished it up pretty much at the time the last trade first hit, but it was a great series. Sure, there are moments where it’s bugfuck-crazy over the top (see: Arseface, Herr Starr’s continual degradation), but there’s a lot of good story there.

And personally I’m rooting for a Spike/Cassidy throwdown.

Punisher MAX – The Punisher doesn’t always work for me in the mainstream MU, but Ennis’ take on him off in his own separate continuity blows me away. From the Born mini that told of Frank’s time in Vietnam through the final story, Valley Forge, Valley Forge which revisited it, it’s about five years of the best hard-bitten crime and punishment stories you can hope for. It’s also the only real time I’ve seen Frank get any character development.

In fact it’s so good, I don’t think I’ll read it now Ennis is gone – I don’t think there’s anything left to do with the character.

Fables – I resisted Fables for the longest time for no good reason – and damn, I’m sorry I did. A great (and simple) premise with exiled fairytale characters living in New York becomes so much more as the reasons for their exile become clear, and war looms. On the down side, I missed out on years of this. On the plus side, I don’t have to wait between trades!

There are a few slow trades in the group, but none that make me regret buying them.

Starman – I missed the first few years of Starman back when it first came out, and then somehow, I missed the last six months. Sure, it’d be cheaper to go back and find the single issues, but I love these hardcover collections. There’ll be six in all, and they’ll look good on the shelf.

And the sheer depth of storytelling here will have me revisiting them time and again. Great stuff.

The Walking Dead – I love zombie movies. Love them. And this book just keeps on getting better and better. There really aren’t any more words to express how good this book is. Yes, it’s gory, bloody and full of strong language…

…but it’s fantastic.

Invincible – And at the other end of Kirkman’s spectrum is Invincible. Straight forward superheroics, the book is probably the heir to early Spider-Man in terms of balancing super-heroics and soap opera antics.

I’m a few books behind, but there’s plenty to catch up on.

I pick up other stuff too – I especially love the small format Boom! trades (check out 10, Talent, Hero Squared and Tag) and the Marvel Digest sized trades – but they’re the main ones I get the trades for regularly (or semi-regularly). I’ve also fairly recently got the first trades for Swamp Thing, Ex Machina (good) and House of Mystery (also good), so I expect I’ll be following along with them soon enough…

I’ve always wanted to get into Hellblazer, but I have no idea where to start. Any suggestions?

Rich has given his pull list and now its time to see how we compare. Here’s my whopper of a list:

Astonishing Tales #3 - I want more of these anthologies from Marvel and DC! These books are great, and I think this particular one is getting it right. Yes, its $3.99 but you get a ton of story. Its worth it.

Disney Pixars World Of Cars The Rookie #1 - Here’s another Boom! Studios book for kids. Last week was the Incredibles and Muppet Show’s turns – this week its Cars. My kids love the movie and I’ll be grabbing a copy of this for them to try out.

Flash Rebirth #1 - Oh, no! Is it that time of the year when Barry Allen gets a proper resurrection?! Part of me wants to read this and the other part doesn’t. We’ll see which one wins out this week won’t we?

Franklin Richards April Fools - I just have to say I love these books. My kids love them, too, and that’s what its all about.

G.I. Joe #4 - I’m a big fan of IDW’s relaunch of the G.I. Joe franchise. I was worried, but now we’re into things I’m excited and very entertained.

Invincible Iron Man #12 - Matt Fraction has made me love reading Iron Man again. Its as simple as that. He put Pepper in a freakin’ armored suit! That’s awesome.

Irredeemable #1 - Mark Waid’s new superhero book from Boom! Studios that looks awesome. I’ve had a chance to read an advance copy of it and really liked it. Its basically a super hero who crosses the line and becomes the villain. That’s a pretty simpliztic breakdown of the book, but its MArk Waid so you know its good.

Jersey Gods #3 - This is a new series from Image Comics and I’m really enjoying it! There’s that odd feel of Kirby in it from the story to the art and its all good!

Jonah Hex #42 - While I switched to trades a while back on this series, I do want to point out that we’re getting a look back at Jonah’s childhood and you know that’s going to be one messed up story!

Jonah Hex Vol. 6: Bullets Dont Lie TP - Oh, look! There’s that Jonah Hex trade I wanted to read. In all honesty, I’m a trade behind, so maybe I’ll grab that one and this one.

Noble Causes #40 - I’m very sad to see this issue come because it’s the last issue of this series. I’ve been reading Noble Causes since the very first miniseries (or was it a one-shot and then a miniseries?) and it has been a great ride. This is one I’ll miss.

Savage Dragon #146 - Erik Larsen got things off to a shocking start in the last issue (which was a great jumping on point for new readers or readers who haven’t been reading in a long while) and I’m really excited to see where things go from here. I’ve complained about not being excited about comics lately on Twitter and I must correct myself – Savage Dragon excites me!

Secret Warriors #3 - I don’t know why I enjoy this book, but I do. I don’t know these characters other than Nick Fury, but Hickman keeps me entertained and that’s all I can ask for in a writer.

Super Human Resources #3 - Here’s the third issue of a great new series from Ape Entertainment. Its a great book. Its funny, and you know you love funny. Go to the shop and try it out!

Teen Titans #69 - This is a prelude to “Deathtrap” that will crossover with Titans. I have not been reading either of these series for a while, but tried out the last issue of Titans and enjoyed it. McKeeve wrote it so I have hopes for this crossover. We’ll see.

Teen Titans Annual 2009 #1 - Another “Deathtrap” prelude. Once again I’m giving it a try. We’ll see.

I felt I needed to keep up with Rich and put my own pull list for this week up. I’m a little insane when it comes to pull lists, so bare with me!

Amber Atoms #2 - I picked up the first issue of this new Image series at Megacon this year from the creator of the series, and really enjoyed it. It made me curious enough about it to want to see more, so here it is.

Batman Battle For The Cowl Commissioner Gordon #1 – I’m not one for big events, but these mini events seem to go pretty good – most of the time. I’m enjoying Battle for the Cowl, so let’s see if the entertainment continues.

Caped #1 - One of a few new Boom! Studios books I’ll be checking out this week.

Daredevi l#117 - I really like the relationship that Daredevil has with Wilson Fisk, aka the Kingpin. Last issue saw the return of Fisk to the series after a long hiatus and it was GOOD. I’m really curious to see what happens when these two characters meet again.

Darkness #76 - I’ve been there since the beginning, and Darkness has never been better. Phil Hester is really making Darkness one of those must read books for me.

Garth Ennis Battlefields Dear Billy #3 (of 3) - I thought the first two issues of this miniseries were really good despite the very serious tone it has. I’ve finally joined the group of fans that want Garth Ennis to write nothing but war stories.

G.I. Joe: Origins #2 - The first issue of this origins series was great! IDW has really done a really good job with launching the Joe franchise and I’m on board. Oh, and this one is written by Larry Hama so its a no-brainer for G.I. Joe fans.

the Incredibles #1 - Yep, its the comic book of the movie. Boom! Studios brings another kids book and this one is written by Mark Waid! How can you go wrong?

the Muppet Show #1 - This is a new Boom! Studios book for kids and because its something my kids will like I’ll be grabbing a copy of it.

New Avengers #51/Mighty Avengers #23 - I put these two together because I buy all three ‘core’ Avengers series. I really like what’s happening in New Avengers, but I’m loosing interest in Mighty Avengers, but I want to hold out because its Dan Slott. I’m close to dropping it in about 1-2 issues.

Oracle #1 (of 3) - I’m a sucker for anything with Barbra Gordon in it, so I’m getting this.

Planetary #1 Special Edition - I’m not picking this one up because I bought it when it first came out and I have it in hardcover, but I did want to point it out to those of you who have never read this series. DC’s publishing a lot of “Special Edition” books and for only $1 its well worth the price to try it out.

Proof #18 - If you know me you know I love Proof. There was a time Rich and I interviewed Alex Grecian, but it got lost last year. So sad.

Spawn #190 - I’ll be honest, I was excited to see “Endgame” start, but didn’t think I’d enjoy it nearly as much as I am now. I cannot wait to see how things end!

Super Human Resources #2 - This new miniseries is from Ape Entertainment, and I try my best to read most of what Ape puts out. I really enjoyed the first issue (you can read my review here) so of course I’m on for the next issue.

Superman #686 - I’ve been quiet suprised that I’ve been reading this series for the last three years (or so) because I’m not a big Superman fan. Now that Superman isn’t in this series, I wonder if Mon-El and the Guardian are going to be able to carry this series? I’m willing to try it out and see.

X-Force/Cable: Messiah War #1 - I’ll be honest with you on this one, I’ve already read this issue. The shocker ending wasn’t all that suprising, but I won’t say why. This is a really good start to this new mini-event within X-Force and Cable and I’m on board to see it through.

Whew! Done. This should be a pretty insane week of books, and you can come by my site http://www.thecomicaddiction.com/ and check out reviews of a lot of them later in the week.

I was looking back at what I had on my list this week and decided to make a couple of amendments.
And it was why I said ‘I Boom!’ the other day – because they seem to be producing some great stuff. Previously I’ve picked up a couple of issues of Hero Squared and I’m currently picking up Cover Girl (a movie waiting to happen).

So with the extra money that I’m not spending on crap, I’m going to pick up another Boom! trade (which are all in a nice little 6.9 format; bigger than a digest but smaller than a comic); Hero Squared is tempting but I have at least one issue it collects; the spin-off Planetary Brigade has generated some good buzz, but Jeremiah Harm, Second Wave, Talent and Death Valley all sound good too…any recommendations?

Hey, kids! It’s Uncle Chris here to tell you what’s worth picking up this week and what you need to pass over like the freakin’ plague!

Here’s what you need to check out:

Star Wars Legacy #11 (Dark Horse/$2.99) – This is the issue I’ve been waiting for with this series! The cover art says it all – Cade’s picking up a lightsabre for the first time in YEARS! If you’re a long time Star Wars fan (geek) like I am then Legacy is the series you need to be reading. If you’re not reading it and you are a fan (geek) then you MUST NOT be the fan you think you are. This book is AWESOME!

Countdown #51 (DC Comics/$2.99) – While I would think this is a no brainer there may be a few of you who are not going to be reading this series. Hey, I understand. A weekly series for 52 straight weeks is a commitment that not a lot of comic fans these days can handle. I was like that with 52 and I’m kicking myself for missing out on the middle of that series. If you’re at ALL curious about DC then pick up the first 3-5 issues and see if you’re still interested. Countdown is going to be the backbone of the DCU for the next year. You don’t need 52 to understand this series!

Invincible #41 (Image Comics/$2.99) – Hey, he beat the aliens! Let’s party! This is probably one of the best series being put out (next to Strangers in Paradise). If you’ve never tried this series I would HIGHLY suggest picking up the first trade and give it a try.

Madame Mirage First Look (Image Comics/$0.25) – Hey, its Paul Dini and its 25-cents! NO BRAINER!

Cover Girl #1 (BOOM! Studios/$3.99) – I don’t know what it is, but this is a book I HAVE to read this week. I saw the original solicitation for this first issue and I was immediately drawn to it! I don’t know if this is going to be any good but I’m going to find out.

Hack / Slash: the Ongoing Series #1 (Devil’s Due/$3.50) – I wrote a review of this first issue over at www.ComicAddiction.com – go check it out!

OK… now, you’d expect me to say something about a comic book that you shouldn’t buy. Forget it! If you’re buying comics – you’re good with me. Go buy a comic!