Welcome back to another edition of Fantastic Five, where we shout out the very best comics of the week! This week saw two perfect 10s. Let’s take a look at the books!
#5: Our Bones Dust #1
As with any post-apocalypse, there is the inherent mystery of how we got here, and this is compounded by Attis’ unclear motivations; add to that a grisly scene of carnage and the kid’s pursuit by violent (and possibly insane) men, and Our Bones Dust provides ample driving momentum. Add to that the strangely wonderful tone, and it’s hard not to anxiously await the next issue. With a violent world and a whimsical alien protagonist, Our Bones Dust hooks the reader with both gore and delight.
Read Colin Moon’s full review!
#4: Nights #3
With this issue, Nights has officially cemented itself as my favorite book of the year. This weird little hybrid tale packs so much into each issue, but it always maintains what matters most: the heart and wit to make this giant-sized story really work. Kennedy and Formisano are clearly building toward even grander things, and as long as that core remains, it’s going to be something to explore with true gusto. Forget what I said earlier: it’s The Comic about Many Truly Cool and Awesome things.
Read Chris Coplan’s full review!
#3: Daredevil #4
Saladin Ahmed, German Peralta, and Jesus Aburtov create an issue that puts the Man Without Fear on the run as he deals with choices, devils, and Bullseye. The issue will fill you with suspense as you wait for the big confrontation. Awesome insights into Murdock’s mind as he deals with being a holy man who dresses as the devil but fights for the truth.
Read Christopher Franey’s full review!
#2: Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville #4
The comic repeatedly succeeds at what it is because it is a true example of returning comics to their old experimental roots. Ultimately, Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville #4 is a strong continuation in an already fantastic miniseries. I can’t wait to see how Starer, Bustos, and Bonvillan continue the evolving story and help these two heroes grow to be the best remotely tolerable heroes in the DC universe.
Read Piper Whitaker’s full review!
#1: Transformers #3
Emotional, heart-wrenching, action-packed, somber and exciting all at once. A blend of pure greatness that continues to prove this take is more than meets the eye.
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