James Robinson, Mark Bagley named Justice League team
DC Comics announced via its Source Blog today that writer James Robinson and artist Mark Bagley would be the new creative team on the company’s “Justice League” title. Robinson has recent experience with the Justice League, as his Justice League miniseries “Cry For Justice” is scheduled for July release.
“… it is my intention to make the JLA a book that matters again,” Robinson announced via twitter.
We are longtime fans of the “Starman” writer here at Nerdage central, and plan to quickly add “Justice League of America” to our comic-shop pull lists.
- Matt Price
Comics Q&A: Kevin Maguire
Kyle Roberts and Matt Price discuss the career of artist Kevin Maguire in this week’s Comics Q&A. With “Spider-Man: The Short Halloween” on the stands and a new “Metal Men” in the works, Kevin Maguire is on the mind of comic-book fans. Comics Q&A discusses his beginnings on “Justice League” and some of his career highlights.
“Justice League,” “Star Trek: Assignment Earth” and the career of Rory Root on the comics podcast
Art from “Star Trek: Assignment Earth” #1
Kyle Roberts and I discuss “Star Trek: Assignment Earth” #1, by John Byrne; “Justice League of America” #21, by Dwayne McDuffie and Carlos Pacheco; and the career and legacy of retailer Rory Root, all on today’s comics podcast.
– Matt Price
Review: Justice League of America #21
Justice League 21, on sale this week, introduces the mysterious Libra, set to play a part in the upcoming “Final Crisis” from DC Comics.
Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman have constructed a secret room in an interdimensional bubble, in which to discuss important “Justice League” business. The three recount recent business with the team, and plan for new members. Meanwhile, a villain called The Human Flame attempts a bank robbery, only to be confronted by Hawkgirl and Red Arrow. The Flame doesn’t like superheroes – particularly the Martian Manhunter, who defeated him before – but he’s no match for Arrow and Hawkgirl, until the arrival of the mysterious Libra.
Libra’s plan involves getting together a supergroup of supervillains — which, as noted by Luthor in this very issue, has been tried often before — but Libra claims this time will be different. And in exchange for co-operation, he’s willing to give these villains their heart’s desire. In the Human Flame’s case, that could be bad news for the Martian Manhunter.
The art is by Carlos Pacheco, always one of the better storytellers in comics, and the story is by Dwayne McDuffie, who proved he knew the Justice League when working on the recent animated series.
– Matt Price
