Batman #89 review by Anthony Andujar Jr 2/19/20

As Catwoman and Harley Quinn fight for their lives at the Gotham Cemetery, Batman seeks out The Riddler’s whereabouts across Gotham.

If anyone has the answers for who the Designer is, and what he has in store for Gotham, it would be him, but he has gone missing in light of the attacks on Batman and the rogues. What happened to the Riddler? What is Catwoman hiding from Batman? And who has their fingers on Gotham?

This was an amazing issue that accomplishes drumming as much mystery as it does action. Tynion continues to deliver a really interesting, and compelling Batman tale that continues to explore the past of Gotham’s Rogues while also showcasing what is to come from Batman’s latest foe, the Designer. What I really enjoy about this issue is how much action is happening between Catwoman’s camp and Batman’s camp, yet even with all of the villain’s on the field, The Designer’s presence is felt, but is rarely ever seen. That’s something I hope continues to be a trend, because in recent years, anytime a new villain rears their head, and gains popularity by majority, they end up wearing out their welcome to a point that you’d want to see less of them. What is great is that it has been a few issues into this run and yet Tynion has made the Designer into a terrifying adversary without ever showing face.

The art department for this issue consists of a trio of pencilers, who all deliver in making the compelling mystery look as deadly as it is exciting to read. Carlo Pagulayan, Guillem March, and Miki all create amazing layouts that look even more fantastic with Tomeu Morey’s colors and Clayton Cowle’s lettering. The entire team on this title continues to deliver mystery, and action, which is a good formula for a good Batman book. I definitely recommend picking this issue up for new comic book day.

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Doctor Tomorrow # 1 Review by Anthony Andujar Jr 2/19/20

The Valiant Universe has a new hero in their ranks!

A hero who willingly fights to guide the world towards a better tomorrow and his name is Doctor Tomorrow! In the future, a final showdown between the world’s heroes and a mysterious foe named Hadrian. The heroes fail, the universe decays and Doctor Tomorrow has only one option, to save the universe, he must go to the past. Where does Doctor Tomorrow come from? Who in Doctor Tomorrow’s past has the key to save the future?

I tend to enjoy Valiant titles from time to time, but Arbona has made a really great first impression with this new character. I enjoy that Arbona wastes no time getting straight into the story, showcasing the kind of character that Doctor Tomorrow is. He obviously exudes some golden age wonder and sensibilities which I feel is a nice welcomed addition to the drastically different roster of characters within the Valiant Universe. Arbona does a fantastic job at setting up the premise, and the cast of characters who are very, likable to begin with. The story is well-paced, and the conflict that Doctor Tomorrow is faced with makes it a strong first issue that promises great things for the following.

Jim Towe’s artwork is splendid to look at from the first bombastic page to the last. His style exudes a sense of fun, action, and wonder while maintaining that heroic golden age appeal. Coupled with Diego Rodriguez’s colors, and Clayton Cowles lettering, the art team accomplishes their job at delivering a stunning debut to Valiant’s newest character. It is a really enjoyable new title from Valiant’s vault and is worth picking up for new comic book day.

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