30th Jul2014

‘Alien Legion: Uncivil War #2’ Review

by Richard Axtell

Written by Chuck Dixon, Carl Potts | Art by Larry Stroman | Published by Titan Comics | Format:Paperback, 32pp Force Nomad have been tasked with providing humanitarian (and all other species) support to refugees fleeing a civil war which has broken out on the Planet Harkon. Looking forward to a easy mission of peacekeeping and order, Nomad are surprised to find smugglers […]

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17th Jul2014

‘Wynter #3’ Comic Review

by Richard Axtell

Written by Guy Hasson | Art by Aron Elekes | Published by New World Comics | Format: Digital Only Issue 3 of the comic series Wynter starts with a bang as Liz Wynter is hunted by a Supreme Agent. He can predict what she will do before she does it. He can find her location using […]

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30th May2014

‘Wynter: Issue 1 & 2’ Comic Review

by Richard Axtell

Written by Guy Hasson | Art by Aron Elekes | Published by New World Comics | Format: Digital Only In the future, dreams are recorded at night for people to watch and follow if they like them. Apps are in people’s minds, displaying images in front of them. Technology is everywhere. Liz Wynter isn’t special. She […]

27th May2014

Comic Review: ‘Ordinary #1’

by Richard Axtell

Written by Rob Williams | Art by D’Israeli | Published by Titan Comics | Format: Paperback, 32pp It is just another day for Michael. He has overslept. He is late for work. The local thug Haka, is demanding the money Michael owes him again. Just another normal day. Then things, in the comic named Ordinary, take a […]

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26th May2014

Uproar Comics announce Steampulp fantasy ‘Conundrum’

by Phil Wheat

Derry-Londonderry based media studio Uproar Comics, the company that brought you the award winning Zombies Hi and sci-fi comic Leap, have announced they are working on a new project, Conundrum, a steampulp fantasy filled with mystery and suspense that will make you question: “Who is God”? Wonders and Curiosities are the height of entertainment and […]

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18th May2014

‘The Kill Screen #1: I Love You’ Review

by Richard Axtell

Written by Mike Garley | Art by Josh Sherwell | Lettering by Mike Stock | Format: Paperback, 32pp RRP £3.50 Humanity has reached its Kill Screen. Computer errors have transcended from their digital world and have infected the real one, destroying everything in their way. The result is a bitter battle for survival for the humans […]

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30th Apr2014

‘Interesting Tymes’ Comic Review

by Richard Axtell

Written by Dave McCluskey | Art & Lettering by Andrew Morrice | Published by Evil Moose Comics | Format: Paperback, 44pp The comic Interesting Tymes begins with the reader in the care of Edward D’ammage, a delightfully pale fellow who is hosting the evening with six short stories of terror, excitement, adventure and horror. Starting with a […]

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03rd Apr2014

‘Dexter’s Half Dozen: Issues 1-3’ Review

by Richard Axtell

Produced by Jamie Lambert and Dave Clifford | Published by Bearded Skull Comics/Deadstar Publishing | Format: Paperback, B&W Why are the Nazis sending all their bodies to a castle in Germany? Why are they hoarding occult artefacts? These questions were meant to be answered by a spy sent into the heart of Nazi Germany’s supernatural division […]

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02nd Apr2014

Comic Review: ‘Alien in the Outfield’

by Richard Axtell

Written by Jack Kirby | Art by Mat Barnett | Format: Paperback and/or Digital Download [Editors Note: Alien in the Outfield is written by Nerdly’s own Jack Kirby. However in order for this review to be fair and balanced that fact was not divulged to our newest team member Richard, who penned this particular review] Baseball. Aliens. The […]

03rd Mar2014

Preview: ‘Video Nasty: The Comic Book’

by Phil Wheat

There’d been an online buzz about Mario Covone’s new horror comic Video Nasty, which tells a scary story that at the same time deals with the politics behind government censorship and media manipulation before this past weekend’s Glasgow Frightfest – however it was this weekend when I managed to grab a copy of the ashcan […]

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17th Jan2014

Uproar Comics announce ‘Leap’ – new Irish sci-fi tale

by Phil Wheat

Derry based media studio Uproar Comics, the company behind the award winning Zombies Hi, are set to release a new sci-fi comic – Leap – on 31st January 2014. From the press release: The idea for ‘Leap’ came from the love the creators have for Science Fiction. They wanted to create a story that they […]

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20th Oct2013

First Look: X-Men Gold #1

by Phil Wheat

Here’s your first look at X-Men: Gold #1, featuring all-new stories by legendary creators from the 50 years of rich X-Men history. The first issue features an all-new, feature length story by the legendary Chris Claremont and classic X-Artist Bob McLeod – an untold, in-continuity story of the X-Men featuring Cyclops, Wolverine, Nightcrawler, Colossus, Kitty […]

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23rd Sep2013

Preview: Tomorrowland #3

by Phil Wheat

The music-driven ride of your life continues in Tomorrowland #3, from Paul Jenkins – the Eisner award-winning writer of Wolverine: Origin and The Darkness – on sale this Wednesday! (25th Sept) Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike, DJs at the world-renowned Tomorrowland festival, have been chosen as the Keepers of Creativity. Ranged against the Destructive forces of the Nameless One, […]

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17th Sep2013

Preview: Battle Beyond the Stars comic prequel ‘Battle Amongst the Stars’

by Phil Wheat

Set to debut tomorrow, the Battle Amongst the Stars graphic novel, from writer Martin Fisher and artist Ben Hansen, is a prequel to the cult Roger Corman produced sci-fi film (and one of my all-time Top 10 favourite movies) Battle Beyond the Stars. Check out the official synopsis and 7 page preview below: Set 30 […]

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16th Sep2013

Comic of the Week: Vampire Vixens of the Wehrmach!

by Phil Wheat

Vampire Vixens of the Wehrmacht is an all action horror comic from Bump and Grind Comics, riddled with bullets and drenched in blood but with it’s tongue planted firmly in it’s cheek. Check out the Ms.45 inspired cover and awesome video nasty-esque sales poster after the synopsis below: It’s the early stages of WW2 and […]

28th Aug2013

‘Firefly’ returns!

by Phil Wheat

Firefly should be happy to hear that the beloved, if short-lived, series is set to return in comic book form from Dark Horse – who released the following teaser and message via their official blog. Joss Whedon’s beloved “Firefly” series and “Serenity” film’s lifespan may have been short-lived, but managed to produce one of the […]

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24th Jul2013

Panel Discussion #015 with Mark, not Jack

by Mark Allen

Just me again this time, but I hope to have Jack back (and be on track) for this week’s comics… July 17th Fantastic Four #10, Matt Fraction, Mark Bagley, Marvel Comics Following the apparent reveal last issue that Sue Storm can no longer control what parts of her are invisible (I lost last issue halfway […]

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03rd Jun2013

Panel Discussion #008 with Jack and Mark

by Mark Allen

29th May 2013 Jack X-Men #1, Brian Wood, Olivier Coipel, Marvel Comics After a couple of delays, Brian Wood’s all female cast X-Men book finally hit shelves this week. I’d been intrigued by the concept and had been looking forward to it for some time. Regular readers will know that I was burned somewhat by All […]

01st Mar2013

‘Beezlebabe #1’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Gentlemen Comics is a new publishing company exclusively showcasing and selling adult-themed graphic novels and at the tail-end of last year they officially launched the company’s website, releasing thirteen original titles available for online purchase: Maya, Scarlet Lady, Krystopia, Beezlebabe, F.E.R.A.L., Conquest of Semal, Sexual Tension, The Trap, Revenge of the Ravaged, Winter in India, Miss […]

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15th Dec2012

‘Bearlands’ Review – Issue #0 & #1

by Phil Wheat

BEARLANDS #0: FIRST EDITION Writer: Jeremy Biggs | Artist: Bakki | Published by Subversive Comics Released by Subversive Comics, Bearlands #0 comes from writer Jeremy Biggs, who worked on the Ford Brothers acclaimed zombie flick The Dead, and tells yet another zombie tale – this ones deals with a post-apocalyptic world infested by hordes of […]