Review: Daredevil – Cold Day in Hell #1 

By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Marvel’s newest series, Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell #1, hits hard—and not just with fists. Written by Charles Soule and Steve McNiven, and brought to life by Steve McNiven’s stunning visuals, this isn’t the Daredevil we’re used to. This is an older, world-weary Matt Murdock, stripped of his powers, living in a post-apocalyptic world […]

Review: Vanishing Point #1 – A Haunting Sci-Fi Debut

By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Mad Cave Studios kicks off its ambitious new sci-fi mini-series Vanishing Point with a powerhouse first issue, and if this debut is any indication, we’re in for something special. Each issue in this six-part series is a standalone story set deep within the sci-fi realm. For the opener, writer Mark Russell (Not All Robots, The Flintstones) […]

Mad Cave Studios’ ENDLESS NIGHT Pulls Together Mark London’s Underworld

By Staff Reports This summer, Mad Cave Studios invites readers into the shadows with ENDLESS NIGHT, a genre-smashing collision of archetypal heroes by celebrated writer Mark London (Battlecats, Hunt.Kill.Repeat.) and acclaimed artist Tom Derenick (Justice League)! With its brooding cityscape, morally complex figures, and relentless descent into mystery, Endless Night is a defining and compelling event in Mark London’s Underworld […]

Absolute Flash #1 Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor, Pastrami Nation He’s the fastest man alive—but in Absolute Flash #1, he’s also something brand new. With the launch of DC’s Absolute line, the Scarlet Speedster gets a bold reimagining that races out of the gate at full speed—and never looks back. From the powerhouse creative team of Jeff Lemire, Nick Robles, Adriano Lucas, and Tom […]

THE SIXTH GUN is REBORN in BATTLE FOR THE SIX #1– Coming This Summer from Oni Press

By Staff Reports Oni Press, the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997, is proud to announce the long-awaited return to the Eisner Award-nominated world of THE SIXTH GUN this July as acclaimed co-creators Cullen Bunn (Harrow County) and Brian Hurtt (The Midnite Show) usher in THE SIXTH GUN: BATTLE FOR THE SIX […]

C2E2 Debuts Comedy Programming Track Featuring Patton Oswalt, The Second City, The Thrilling Adventure Hour Cast & Creators, and More!

By Staff Reports ReedPop, the world’s leading producer of pop culture events, today unveiled the lineup for Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo’s (C2E2) first comedy programming track, featuring laugh-out-loud stand-up shows, improv troupes, and celebrity comedians. C2E2 returns to McCormick Place from April 11 through April 13 with a robust lineup of special guests, panelists, exhibitors, and more. Comedy programming […]

Godzilla vs. Chicago Review

By: Arturo Garcia Jr.Reviewer IDW has expanded its Godzilla Comic Books in this series of Godzilla vs. America. Over the years, IDW has published many Godzilla comic books. This one-shot is Godzilla vs. Chicago, where four unique stories involving Godzilla in Chicago are collected into one issue. The artwork in all four stories is fantastic. The first story starts Fangoolie, a […]

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE CRIMSON JUSTICE? A Superhero Deconstruction from Mad Cave Studios

By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios announces its very first superhero title, WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE CRIMSON JUSTICE?  Join the Eisner-nominated team of Frank Tieri (Wolverine, Godzilla, Harley Quinn, Marvel Vs Capcom), with interior art and Cover A by Inaki Miranda (Blade Forger, Superman, Catwoman), as they unravel the mystery in this 5-issue series of heroes and villains—and the consequences […]

Let This One Be A Devil #1 Review

Review by Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Cryptozoology has always fascinated me. From my childhood obsession with Bigfoot to my time on a paranormal podcast, I’ve always been drawn to the mysteries of legendary creatures. So when Let This One Be A Devil from Dark Horse Comics was announced, diving into the lore of one of the most infamous […]

MARK MILLAR AND GORAN PARLOV’S SCI-FI HERO COMES OUT OF RETIREMENT FOR “STARLIGHT LIBRARY EDITION”

By Staff Reports The Millarworld comics library from Dark Horse Comics continues to expand, as Mark Millar and Goran Parlov’s science-fiction masterpiece about a great hero picking up the mantle years after retirement finds a new home in Starlight Library Edition. This new edition offers readers a gorgeous, oversized, deluxe collection of the series, soon to be adapted into an […]

Curt Pires & Amilcar Pinna Rocket into Galactic, a Death-Bender Sci-Fi Romance from DSTLRY

By Staff Reports DSTLRY, the next-generation publisher redefining creator-owned comic books and collectibles, is thrilled to announce Galactic, a boundary-pushing, ultraviolent sci-fi romance from Curt Pires (Indigo Children, Youth) and Amilcar Pinna (X-Men) debuting this May. A hyper-kinetic blend of syncopated, blockbuster action and interstellar escapism, Galactic follows a roguish bounty hunter hired to retrieve a runaway princess on a […]

Comic Book Review: Past Time #1

By Nolan P. Smith   Editor, Pastrami Nation   Baseball may be America’s pastime, but in Past Time #1, it’s also a backdrop for mystery and murder. Mad Cave Studios delivers a gripping debut that blends sports, noir, and horror into a compelling narrative.   Written by Joe Harris, with art by Russell Olson, lettering by Carlos M. Mangual, colors by Juan D. […]

Power Lords #1 Review

By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation The Power Lords action figure line and its accompanying comic series were a beloved part of the 80s, bringing interstellar adventure to fans everywhere. Fast forward to 2025, and thanks to Oni Press and the Nacelle Company, we’re treated to a nostalgic revival with Power Lords #1. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, […]

Mad Cave Studios brings a thrilling new sports-horror comic from New York Times-bestselling writer—where America’s pastime meets a deadly twist

By Staff Reports Baseball’s brightest lights hide its darkest shadows! Mad Cave Studios is proud to announce PAST TIME, a groundbreaking five-issue miniseries blending America’s favorite pastime with a supernatural twist!  This thrilling new sports-horror series is sure to captivate readers with its demons in the outfield. Written by New York Times-bestselling author Joe Harris (Great Pacific, Snowfall, The X-Files: Cold […]

From the Animator Behind Trolls and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Comes a Sci-Fi Fantasy Epic- Sunder

By Staff Reports Great things come from small beginnings… Mad Cave Studios is thrilled to announce SUNDER, the forthcoming epic teen fantasy graphic novel by acclaimed creator Pierre-Alexandre Comtois (Shard), with colors by Mark Englert and letters by Buddy Beaudoin!  With over 20 years in animation, working on hits like Trolls, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, and The Addams Family, Comtois brings his expertise to Sunder. Inspired by European comics […]

Review-Cable: Love and Chrome #1

By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Start 2025 off with a bang—and a blast from the future—with Cable: Love and Chrome #1! The time-jumping, gun-toting son of Cyclops is back in action, ready to conquer the new year in his signature explosive style. Fans loved him in Deadpool 2, and now Cable returns with a fresh mission in this […]

On Sale Wednesday from Mad Cave Studios: Sanction

By Staff Reports The holidays may be winding down, but the excitement is just beginning! This NCBD, Mad Cave Studios sees the release of the Sanction trade paperback, written by critically acclaimed author Ray Fawkes (Batman: Eternal, Black Hammer ’45) with art by Antonio Fuso (G.I. Joe: Cobra), coming this new comic book day! Whether catching up or treating yourself, this collection delivers the complete story arc, exclusive […]

Absolute Batman #2 Review

By Nolan P. Smith Editor Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta return with Absolute Batman #2, the next chapter in their DC groundbreaking Absolute title. Following the thrilling debut issue, this chapter digs deeper into Bruce Wayne’s isolated life, exploring the forces shaping his identity and the interconnected layers of Gotham’s shadowy criminal underworld. This issue reaffirms that Batman’s journey is […]

G.I. Joe #1 Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor Growing up, I was immersed in comic books and action figures, and G.I. Joe was at the top of my list. One of the first comics I ever read was a G.I. Joe: Special Missions issue, and my brother and I spent countless hours with our O-ring Joes—even dismantling a few in the name of experimentation, […]

Hour of the Wolf #1 Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor Mad Cave Studios continues to expand its Underworld Universe, now delving into the horror genre with Hour of the Wolf, the second title in this burgeoning series. While the first title delivered a spy thriller, this new release immerses us in a chilling, supernatural tale. From the mind of Mad Cave Studios CEO Mark London, alongside […]

Sectaurs #1 Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor Sectaurs are back! Thanks to Oni Press and the Nacelle Company, one of nostalgia’s coolest franchises has returned, bringing with it a world filled with insect humanoids, rideable bugs, and sinister threats lurking in the shadows. This reintroduction to the Sectaurs universe is brought to life by writer Dennis Culver, artist Ramon Bachs, colorist Manoli Martinez, […]

Peacemaker Presents: The Vigilante/Eagly Double Feature

By Staff Reports Today DC announced the new five-issue comic book series Peacemaker Presents: The Vigilante/Eagly Double Feature! by creators Tim Seeley and Mitch Gerads (on the Vigilante story), and Rex Ogle and Matteo Lolli (on the Eagly story), with James Gunn as story consultant. Set between seasons one and two of Max Original series Peacemaker, the comic will give […]

Absolute Batman #1 Review

By Nolan P. Smith Editor With their new Absolute line, DC Comics has launched a bold new universe—a darker, more unconventional take on their iconic heroes. Leading the charge is Absolute Batman, from the creative minds of Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta. I was eager to finally dive into this new series, and it did not disappoint. As a long-time […]

Revolution 9 #1 Review

By Nolan P. Smith  Editor Introduction: Enter the Revolution Get ready to dive into a thrilling new universe! Mad Cave Studios is launching an exciting new series this fall with Revolution 9, an assassin-driven story that’s part of a larger, interconnected universe. Whether you’re a newcomer or a long-time fan of Mad Cave, this standalone tale will have you hooked. With […]