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Space Banshee Exorcist to be collected in graphic novel

Space Banshee Exorcist to be collected in graphic novel

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The DC multiverse origin: it starts with a Flash (or two!)

DC has long had a complex and thriving mutiverse. These distinct and separate universes include dimensions where Lex Luthor killed Superman, to those where whales are the dominant species on Earth. The multiverse has always been a tool for telling interesting stories but it has also been used to explain continuity and to retcon events. Barry and Jay meet How the DC first introduced the…

The DC multiverse origin: it starts with a Flash (or two!)

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Bruce and Joker finally meet in Absolute Batman #21

Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta have consistently served up great issues in the series and Absolute Batman #21 is another. Snyder has mastered when to add new characters and plot twists to keep the hype going for Absolute Batman. He has finally done what so many have been waiting for: Joker and Batman finally meet face-to-face. Not only that, but the issue sets up yet another Batman rogue! Major…

Bruce and Joker finally meet in Absolute Batman #21

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Selina Kyle gets reimagined in Absolute Catwoman #1

Absolute Batman has been delighting fans, in no small part due to the supporting cast. Readers have been intrigued by how Scott Snyder has reimagined characters like Killer Croc and Harley Quinn. One character that has proved popular since their introduction has been Selina Kyle. The release of Absolute Catwoman, co-written by Che Grayson, has given us a closer look at the character and her…

Selina Kyle gets reimagined in Absolute Catwoman #1

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New Deadman series gets Ice Cream Man treatment

The Deadman #1 was published this week by DC and the first issue has all the makings of a great series. In what is no doubt an underutlised character, this series offers an oportunity for a fresh take on the deceased hero. At the helm of the series are exacatly the right people to take Deadman to weird and wonderful places. Spoilers ahead for The Deadman #1! The Deadman creative team Writer W.…

New Deadman series gets Ice Cream Man treatment

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DC's Identity Crisis controversy examined

Identity Crisis is one of the most controversial comics ever released by DC, dividing readers over its story. Despite this, it still remains a very popular mini-series and has had major consequences for the DC Universe. Below, we explore all of the Identity Crisis controversy, from fridging to the fights. “I originally said ‘you know what?’ I have no desire to go and just, you know, do a big…

DC's Identity Crisis controversy examined

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Interview with Daniel A. Prim, writer of The Last Arrival

The Last Arrival part five is now out after twenty years or so in the making. As the trippy sci-fi reaches its thrilling end, Key Comics Vault interviews writer Daniel A. Prim about their work. Prim is the owner of Tripolar Comics and has also written Samantha F@cks the World and Blender. Key Comics Vault: Congratulations on finishing The Last Arrival!  It’s fair to say you were working on it…

Interview with Daniel A. Prim, writer of The Last Arrival

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Marvel announce Amazing Spider-Man #1000!

Spider-Man will achieve something amazing this September by reaching a landmark issue in his title series. Marvel will publish Amazing Spider-Man #1000 in a few months’ time and have confirmed a star-studded creative team! All-star creative team Marvel has promised that Amazing Spider-Man #1000 will change Peter Parker’s life forever. Writer Joe Kelly and artist Pepe Larraz will be on the main…

Marvel announce Amazing Spider-Man #1000!

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Who is Absolute Green Arrow?

Absolute Green Arrow #1 hit shelves this week to much excitement. The Absolute Universe has been a big hit for DC Comics and fans had high expectations for the latest title. One question has been dominating discourse since the issue released – who is Absolute Green Arrow? Major spoilers ahead for Absolute Green Arrow #1 Oliver Queen debut in Absolute Evil Oliver Queen had a notorious debut in…

Who is Absolute Green Arrow?

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Valiant controversy in use of AI

Valiant have once again been causing a stir for all the wrong reasons. In 2025, Valiant and Alien Books had negative backlash due to transphobia in the relaunch of Bloodshot. This year, there is a new Valiant controversy, this time with use of AI. Valiant use AI in marketing Valiant have posted twice on their social media this week to promote what looks to be a new app. At the present time,…

Valiant controversy in use of AI

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Who are the Absolute Robins?

It has been really interesting to experience how Scott Snyder reinterprets established Batman characters for the Absolute Universe. All of the major characters had been slowly introduced into Absolute Batman, but Robin was missing. In Absolute Batman #19, we were shown not one Absolute Robin, but many. Absolute Batman #20 explores them further and even has them in action against Batman! Major…

Who are the Absolute Robins?

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Strong start for new Red Sonja series!

The red-headed warrior is back as Dynamite have released a new series: Red Sonja: She-Devil with a Sword. Red Sonja has had quite a few new series and short-stories recently, which have been of varying quality. Red Sonja: She-Devil with a Sword #1 however is a promising start to the series. Spoilers ahead for Red Sonja: She-Devil with a Sword #1 Threat of revolution There is a new threat in…

Strong start for new Red Sonja series!

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Star Wars: Rogue One: Cassian Andor misses mark

Marvel have released a one-shot issue about Cassian Andor, the rebel spy. Star Wars: Rogue One: Cassian Andor aims to fill in a gap in the Rogue One storyline, ten years after its release. This Cassian Andor comic however does not live up to expectations. Spoilers ahead for Star Wars: Rogue One: Cassian Andor #1! Kafrene The storyline fills in a very small gap in the Rogue One plot. It…

Star Wars: Rogue One: Cassian Andor misses mark

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Everyone loves Absolute Wonder Woman... and now we know why

Absolute Wonder Woman has been a delight, enthralling readers and critics alike. Kelly Thompson has breathed new life into the character, with Hayden Sherman’s illustrations elevating the story. Interestingly though, it has not just been comic book fans who have become enamoured with Wonder Woman. People of Earth-Alpha have become enraptured with Diana, as to have mythical beings and monsters. In…

Everyone loves Absolute Wonder Woman... and now we know why

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Forgotten project from Thunderbirds creator sees new life

Forgotten project from Thunderbirds creator sees new life

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Jeff Lemire turns longtime Justice League member into villain

DC Comics have released a new title for one of their most under-utilised characters, with Jeff Lemire as writer. The new The Fury of the Firestorm comic series is the first to focus on the character since The Fury of the Firestorm: The Nuclear Man in 2013. In a major twist however, Firestorm is not a hero but instead an unstable, murderous threat to humanity. Major spoilers ahead for The Fury of…

Jeff Lemire turns longtime Justice League member into villain

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Indie sci-fi The Last Arrival comic reaches thrilling end

The final part of The Last Arrival comic series is due in May and Key Comics Vault is privileged to have had early access to it. After years in the making, issue 5 sees the story of the Taur crew reach its gripping climax. Fans of the series will be delighted to know that the final installment does not disappoint, with a surprise or two in store. The following is a spoiler-free review of The…

Indie sci-fi The Last Arrival comic reaches thrilling end