As Thor brings a begrudging Odin out of cosmic retirement, the former Asgardian king reveals exactly why he relinquished the throne. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Thor #13, by Donny Cates, Nic Klein, Matt Wilson and VC’s Joe Sabino, on sale now. Donny Cates and Nic Klein began their run on Thor, with the
Month: March 2021
Due to manufacturing times and so on, it may take a while for a figure to arrive at your door after you’ve ordered it – but the wait will make you even more excited for your figure to arrive. As a figure lover, you might be thinking, “I can’t wait to take pictures and brag
Infinite Frontier #0 depicted the A-Day attack on Arkham Asylum that is believed to have been perpetrated by Joker and cost many lives. WARNING: The following article contains spoilers for the “Batman” chapter of Infinite Frontier #0 and Batman #106, by James Tynion IV, Jorge Jimenez, Tomeu Morey, ALW’s Troy Peteri/Troy Peteri, and Suicide Squad
Non-Stop Spider-Man shares many elements with the Crank and Speed films, including fast-pacing and plenty of action. Warning: The following contains major spoilers for Non-Stop Spider-Man #1, by Joe Kelly, Chris Bachalo, Tom Townsend, Marcio Menz and VC’s Travis Lanham. Non-Stop Spider-Man is a fast-paced, exhilarating new series featuring the web-slinging wonder. Peter Parker is going
In Amazing Spider-Man #61, the web-slinger takes on a gimmick that was used by a minor – and ridiculous – villain. WARNING: The following article contains spoilers for Amazing Spider-Man #61 by Nick Spencer, Patrick Gleason, Edgar Delgado, VC’s Joe Caramagna, on sale now. When Spider-Man puts on a new suit, it’s usually because there
While rescuing his former teammate Maverick, the mercenary forces Wolverine to reckon with a question of Krakoa’s true nature. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Wolverine #10 by Benjamin Percy, Adam Kubert, Frank Martin & VC’s Cory Petit, on sale now Despite having been mind-wiped for a good portion of his life and constantly trying
In the latest issue of Taskmaster, the mercenary calls out one of comic’s most infamous tropes while hunting down the real murderer of Maria Hill. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Taskmaster #4 by Jed MacKay, Alessandro Vitti, Guru-eFX & VC’s Joe Caramagna, on sale now Taskmaster’s ability to read people’s physical movements and replicate
To celebrate Asian American Heritage Month, Magnetic Press will publish Mongolian Wind, an extensive and breathtaking collection from artist Lu Ming. Magnetic Press has announced its publication of Mongolian Wind, an art book featuring the art of Lu Ming. Mongolian Wind is a collection of Ming’s many paintings, advertising illustrations, sculptures (including “Desert Grade” which appeared at
As Jim Gordon attempts to move on from his career as Gotham City’s police commissioner, he is enlisted for a dangerous new job. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Joker #1, by James Tynion IV, Guillem March, Arif Prianto and Tom Napolitano, on sale now. If there’s one Gotham City resident who has had their life
As the threat of King in Black subsides, the Kingpin decides to return his focus to the things he does best as he tightens his grip on Daredevil. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Daredevil #28, by Chip Zdarsky, Marco Checchetto, Marcio Menyz and VC’s Clayton Cowles, on sale now. Life has been tumultuous for
Captain America’s partner the Falcon took up the mantle when Steve Rogers literally aged out of the role, but eventually gave up the shield for good. Several people have taken on the role of Captain America. Outside of Steve Rogers, the United States government gave John Walker the role, Iron Man offered it to Bucky Barnes,
Hank McCoy has traditionally skirted the lines of morality, but many of his most recent actions have pushed him deep into irredeemable territory. Hank McCoy, aka Beast, is a veteran member of Marvel’s premier mutant team, first appearing beside the rest of the team in Stan Lee and Jack Kirby’s X-Men #1 in 1963. Since that
In the latest issue of Amazing Spider-Man, Marvel’s iconic web-slinger takes on an entirely new role similar to that commonly held by a DC hero. WARNING: The following article contains spoilers from Amazing Spider-Man #61 by Nick Spencer, Patrick Gleason, Edgar Delgado, and VC’s Joe Caramagna, on sale now. People fall on hard times occasionally.
In the latest issue of Amazing Spider-Man, the web-slinger gets a new job that comes with a new suit that provides a new upgrade to a classic weapon. WARNING: The following article contains spoilers for Amazing Spider-Man #61 by Nick Spencer, Patrick Gleason, Edgar Delgado, and VC’s Joe Caramagna, on sale now. A need for
Upcoming sci-fi anime series Edens Zero has released a new trailer along with information on additional cast and the anime’s opening theme song! The same trailer has also been released with English subtitles through the official Netflix Anime YouTube account. The trailer showcases opening theme song “Eden through the rough” by Nishikawa Takanori. CHiCO with
Hi there and welcome to Tokyo Otaku Mode’s second Weekly Figure Roundup! Time has really flown by – can you believe we’re almost at the halfway mark for March? Just before that, though, we at the TOM Shop will be enjoying a sweet holiday that you might have already heard of from anime, dramas or
The Muir Island Saga reunited the X-Men after years of division, and it also created several lasting changes for the team. Currently, almost all of mutantkind is united on the island-nation of Krakoa. In the years before “Dawn of X,” the X-Men occasionally found themselves fairly divided. Even so, the events of the “Muir Island
Amanda Waller is quietly preparing for an eventual confrontation with Superman — and she’s doing so with a tactic the Dark Knight would approve of. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for the story “The Golden Age: Part One” from Superman #29 by Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Phil Hester, Eric Gapstur, HI-FI & Dave Sharpe, on sale
Acclaimed novelist and screenwriter John Ridley (The Other History of the DC Universe, Superman: Red and Blue) is once again returning to the world of Tim “Jace” Fox, the Next Batman, in the four-issue miniseries The Next Batman: Second Son. Alongside artists Tony Akins, Travel Foreman, and Mark Morales, Ridley brings to life the origin of the
The Exiles series showcased the terrifying power of a villainous Omega-Level mutant who is now a resident of Krakoa and an ally of the X-Men. One of the best things about the Exiles series was the chance to see familiar characters and concepts pushed to their extreme in no-holds-barred stories free to play fast and loose with
DC Comics has announced The Nice House on the Lake, a new creator-owned Black Label horror series by James Tynion IV and Álvaro Martínez Bueno. The Nice House on the Lake — a new 12-issue, creator-owned horror series written by James Tynion IV (Batman, Something is Killing the Children) and illustrated by Álvaro Martínez Bueno (Detective
The Darkhold played a big part in WandaVision, and it also played a big part in creating the foe that brought Moon Knight into the Marvel Universe. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for WandaVision Episode 9, “The Series Finale,” now streaming on Disney+. Officially, WandaVision introduced the Darkhold to the Marvel Cinematic Universe proper. While a version
Grifter is seemingly involved in a mystery at the heart of Gotham City’s underworld, and it’s already cost one notable villain’s life. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for the story “The Long Con” from Batman: Urban Legends #1 by Matthew Rosenberg, Ryan Benjamin, Antonio Fabela & Saida Temofonte, on sale now Grifter is a genuine
A new The Ancient Magus’ Bride anime project is currently in the works! Titled Mahō Tsukai no Yome: Nishi no Shōnen to Seiran no Kishi, the new project will begin with a three-part original anime disc (OAD) series to be released with volumes 16 to 18 of the manga. The new project also features an
In the first issue of Suicide Squad, Amanda Waller may be looking to recruit a new member who is set to debut soon in the DCEU. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Suicide Squad #1 by Robbie Thompson, Eduardo Pansica, Julio Ferreira, Marcelo Maiolo, and Wes Abbott, on sale now. Amanda Waller has never been the sentimental
Heavy Metal CEO Matthew Medney pulls back the curtain on Heavy Metal #304 while teasing what fans can expect moving forward. For nearly 45 years, Heavy Metal has thrilled readers with its unapologetically badass fantasy and science stories that don’t pull their punches. At the start of 2020, Matthew Medney took over as the company’s
Recently released anime movie Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time has earned a whopping 802,774,200 yen with 539,623 tickets sold on its first day in theaters! The film was released at 466 theaters across Japan on March 9, selling 21.7% more tickets and earning 23.8% more at the box office than the opening day of
Jubilee once made a huge sacrifice in order to save the universe, choosing to become the servant of one of the X-Men’s most disgusting villains. Whether she’s on the main X-Men team or not, Jubilee has always been a source of hope for the X-Men, with her youthful energy helping to bring levity and love
In the final issue of King in Black: Thunderbolts, the creepiest member of the team has an even creepier relationship with a dead body. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for King in Black: Thunderbolts #3 by Matthew Rosenberg, Juan Ferreyra, and VC’s Joe Sabino, on sale now. The Thunderbolts have never been what anyone would
Upcoming mecha anime 86 has revealed its April 11 premiere date along with its second trailer and key visual! The trailer also revealed the following additional cast members: Seiichiro Yamashita as Raiden Shuga, Natsumi Fujiwara as Theoto Rikka, Saori Hayami as Anju Emma, and Sayumi Suzushiro as Kurena Kukumila. Hitorie will perform the series’ opening