Cobra Commander is More Than Ruthless in #2 and #3 of Image/Skybound’s Mini-Series!

In the Energon Universe, Cobra Commander is a lot more cunning and ruthless than anyone realises, and could he be be an anti-hero?

Image Comics & Skybound EntertainmentCobra Commander #3 Front Cover
Spoiler Alert

In issues #2 and 3 of Cobra Commander, just what kind of relationship he will have with the Dreadnoks gets dissected and broken down! Those moments will have a few readers cringing, and others like myself cackling with laughter like The Joker. It’s about time we have a story that can crawl underneath your skin!

The latest issue is all about about who can take the pain. Whether that’s physical or psychological, there’s lots to like with this latest issue. The shock from Buzzer says it all! Unlike the cartoons where this gang are nothing but buffoons and you don’t get to know them, this version offers a bit of backstory and reveals in how bloody ruthless they can be. We see some carnage in #2, but in this continuation, what I loved witnessing is how CC is establishing himself in this hierarchy. This up and coming leader of a global terrorist network needs to prove why he is this motorcycle gang’s superior.

As for Zartan and what he is up to, I do not know! This air of mystery from series writer Joshua Williamson has me rereading the comic in search for clues. It’s easy to see his sister Zarana holding all the cards, but as for what she knows, she’s not telling. Although Destro, Major Bludd, Storm Shadow and Dr. Mindbender have yet to make their entry into this reimagined comic book universe, I am eager to see how the creative team behind this Energon universe will update them.

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After IDW Comic’s release of Cobra Commander #1, There’s More Than Meets The Eye In Store!

Yo Joe! It’s about time there’s a retcon and reimagining on why Cobra Commander must be feared, and IDW Publishing and Skybound delivers!

Cobra Commander #1 Comic Book CoverSpoiler Alert

The reason behind why I think Cobra Commander ranks as one of pop culture’s greatest villains is because of the performance by the incomparable Chris Latta. Not only has he provided the voice to Starscream in Transformers, but also voiced Mr. Burns when The Simpsons first premiered! Although the personalities are somewhat similar for the first two, the latter is vastly different. And while reading Skybound and IDW Comics’ updated origin story about this character, I can only hear his warcry resonating in the back of my head!

This take written by Joshua Williamson takes what’s from the animated movie–for better or worse–seriously! He’s a renegade and a scientist from Cobra-la, a lost civilization cut off from “the world,” and it leads me to think it’s located somewhere on Earth rather than be another planet. After getting chided by Golobulus, he’s given a chance at redemption. He must build a secret militia, and so begins the first issue.

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A Guide to the Pop Culture 2024 Conventions of the Pacific Northwest

The conventions scene is heating up, and fans have the following to choose from, based on where they’re located.

Small Fan Expo Vancouver Design with Ash and Rogue - ConventionsThe nerdy conventions season has begun and the Fan Expo brand is pretty much leading the charge. Their Portland show took place earlier in January, and the next show is in Vancouver, BC (Feb 17-19). After that is Emerald City Comic Con (Feb 29-March 3) and at the end of the month is Sakura Con (March 29-31) in Seattle, Washington. I consider those the big three.

There’s smaller sized events such as our own city’s Tsukino Con (Feb 23-25) and in Tacoma, Anime Washington (Jan 27-28)–but what happened to the Capital City Comic Con? Apparently, they’re taking a long break after the 2022 show which took place over the Autumn month. They’re currently involved in separate endeavours to stay busy, and when Cherry Bomb Toys recently relocated to new digs and are still figuring out how to get their National Toy Museum of Canada displays to look sharp, I suspect locals will just have to be patient.

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Top 10 Genre Films to Be Excited for in 2024

Although there’s many more genre films that’s coming in 2024, I boil down my list to these essentials.

Godzilla X Kong Movie Poster - Genre Films of 2024Out of all the approximately 20 genre films that’s coming in 2024, to say which ten are on my hit list boils down to a few key elements. Just how iconic will that character or concept become, and is it a sequel? These days, the latter helps fill any checklist fast, but to be fair, I’ve also included alternate works that fit the bill of being must-sees.

Presented in descending order from least to most eager for are:

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (April 12)

The reason this flick is not as exciting lies in how Godzilla and King Kong are no longer enemies. After everything that Godzilla Minus One (movie review can be read here) has shown about the mighty kaiju, to make him a hero in this Monsterverse feels like the wrong move. I’ll see this film anyway, and sadly, with a lot of toys being released spoiling all the new creature introductions, it’s tough to be truly excited about this next chapter.

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How to be Naughty with Krampus than Nice For Christmas 2023

Tis the season to be anything you want! You don’t have to be naughty or nice to love Krampus and Santa this Christmas!

Hellboy KrampusnachtJust how many graphic novels or illustrated collections contain an appearance of Krampus depends on whether his appearance is essential to the story or not. There’ve been numerous crossover type appearances, but as for standalone, I don’t think there are many.

In the world of Dark Horse Comics, Mike Magnolia is no stranger to the lore; he’s penned stories where Hellboy has crossed paths with him in Hellboy Krampusnacht! and so has Spawn–both one-shots were published back in 2017!

What I offer here is what I feel is definitive for this season, with some good news on where to find certain releases! The summaries are from Goodreads or Amazon, and I follow up with notes where appropriate.

Krampus,
The Devil of Christmas
(2010; Last Gasp)

Krampus The Devil of Christmas Last Gasp
Available to purchase on Amazon USA

By Monte Beauchamp

In the early Christmas traditions of Europe, the “Krampus” was St. Nicholas’ dark servant — a hairy, horned, supernatural beast whose pointed ears and long slithering tongue gave misbehavers the creeps! This new and improved edition includes an introduction, a historical survey of the character, and over 180 lavish pre-World War 1 Krampus postcard images.

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When Going Green is Environmentally Friendly for Scott Duvall’s Latest Comic Book Crowdfunding Project….

What’s offered in Going Green looks very Stranger Things-ish, and and it’s a work I’m sure even Steven Speilberg would love.

Going Green Comic Book CoverScott Duvall and his team are “Going Green” with their latest comic book idea. They describe it as Locke & Key meets the biological horror of Annihilation in a modern-day monster comic with a heart. It’s being crowdfunded so that it can be delivered directly to fans of their work, and this listing can be found on Zoop.

In this story, Cliff and Molly are your usual teens, enjoying life out in what appears to be somewhere in the Pacific Northwest. However, one day, their dad gets injured and recovery isn’t possible. The boy has a difficult task of identifying the body, and afterwards, instead of the traditional burial, the individual they talk to suggests the family should inter the remains another way and help restore the forests nearby. But as for what kind of strange magic exists deep within the woods, something is causing the dead to come alive!

The kids are curious as to why it’s happening, and while they go searching for answers, more recently deceased individuals are rising! It’s as though Halloween isn’t over. There’s a teaser promo video made to showcase the work that’s been done so far. What’s presented has a Stephen Spielberg type vibe to it, and that’s enough for me to say let’s help these creators! Continue reading “When Going Green is Environmentally Friendly for Scott Duvall’s Latest Comic Book Crowdfunding Project….”

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