Category Archives: Comic Books

Quickie Comic Book Reviews

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Nick C. Piers

In an effort to get out of the house more while being unemployed, I’ve been hitting up the library for comics. I’ve enjoyed several books and series I haven’t been able to check out before. Some, I’d never even heard … Continue reading →

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DCAF!

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Nick C. Piers

When I lived in Toronto, I had the chance to go to three nerd conventions: Toronto Expo, Wizard World, and Anime North. To be honest, I became a little disillusioned with conventions, especially after Toronto Expo. It was enjoyable to … Continue reading →

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Superhero Burnout

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Nick C. Piers

It was announced tonight that Netflix series Daredevil has been renewed for another season. I just finished the first season and that’s great news. I love the design for Daredevil’s costume at the end and there’s plenty of places they … Continue reading →

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If You Liked…Daredevil (TV Series), Part 2

Posted on April 20, 2015 by Nick C. Piers

Here’s Part 1 of If You Liked…Daredevil (TV Series Between work and my girlfriend’s birthday, this past week has been busy for me. As a result, I’ve only reached the 9th (of 13) episode of Netflix’ Daredevil. And so far, … Continue reading →

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If You Liked…Daredevil (TV Series), Part 1

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Nick C. Piers

Update: And here’s Part 2! Only two days have passed since the new Daredevil series dropped on to Netflix. Everyone on social media is going nuts over it. It currently stands at 97% on Rotten Tomatoes (with a 98% audience score). … Continue reading →

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Superman and The Superman Films

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Nick C. Piers

I’ve talked before about how I’m a huge Superman fan. Have been for a long time. And I think it’s time I finally confess something. It’s going to sound weird coming from me: There isn’t a single Superman movie I … Continue reading →

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Review: Daredevil (2003) (Director’s Cut)

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Nick C. Piers

As I’ve mentioned on the blog before, Superman is my favourite superhero. In any list of favourite superheroes, he always tops them. But Daredevil is unquestionably second on that list. I love his rich backstory. I love his unique powers and … Continue reading →

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#FourComics

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Nick C. Piers

#FourComics is trending on Twitter. The hashtag involves you posting covers to four comics that hooked you on the medium. I posted mine, but I wanted to expand on each of them a little. So here we go.

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Thor & Batman: Marvel’s Science vs. DC’s Myth Reversed

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Nick C. Piers

I had a discussion with a friend of mine recently regarding DC vs. Marvel. They felt that DC was more reality-based than Marvel. In regards to the movies, that’s unquestionably true. Especially in the case of Batman. Christopher Nolan’s take … Continue reading →

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Have I Converted? – Marvel Comics vs. DC Comics

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Nick C. Piers

With Marvel’s announcement today, rolling out their plans for Phase 3 of their cinematic superhero universe, we now know what both Marvel/Disney and DC/WB plan for the next few years. Interestingly enough, both feature solos movies for key minority characters … Continue reading →

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