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An Uncanny Deconstruction of Superheroes in ‘Uncanny X-men #1’

‘Deadpool Assassin #1’ and the Maturation of (Regenerating) Degenerates

‘Deadpool Assassin #1’ and the Maturation of (Regenerating) Degenerates

Deadpool is crazier than a sack of ferrets but he still maintains a code of conduct that sets him apart from less scrupulous mercenaries.

The Uncanny Truth Hurts (and Astonishes) in ‘All-New X-men #18’

The Uncanny Truth Hurts (and Astonishes) in ‘All-New X-men #18’

This is not just another tie-in where a teenaged Cyclops whines at feeling so overwhelmed.
Requiem for the Green Goliath: ‘Civil War II: The Fallen #1’

Requiem for the Green Goliath: ‘Civil War II: The Fallen #1’

The death of Bruce Banner is met with drama, angst, and a different kind of anger.
‘Ultimate End #5’ Ends With a Whimper

‘Ultimate End #5’ Ends With a Whimper

This story wants to be a fireworks show, but it's only armed with half a box of matches.
The Cataclysmic Destruction of Marvel’s Ultimate Universe

The Cataclysmic Destruction of Marvel’s Ultimate Universe

It redefined the comic book industry for the new millennium. Now it is an ever-unfolding tragedy.
Cataclysmically Flat: “Cataclysm: The Ultimates’ Last Stand #5”

Cataclysmically Flat: “Cataclysm: The Ultimates’ Last Stand #5”

More meaningless death and more meaningless destruction still rings hollow.

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