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Best Stuff in Comics This Week
Every week, we take a look at some of the most bizarre, exciting, and downright unique things to happen in comics. Check out our choices of the strange and wacky things that shouldn't be overlooked from this week's releases.
There may be some tiny spoilers ahead.
Spider-Man/Deadpool #3
Best "Safe Words" for Deadpool
Best "Safe Words" for Deadpool
It's hard to imagine trying to have an actual conversation with Deadpool. He gives new meaning to the words, "too much information." If you ever wondered what his safe words were, now you know.
Spider-Man/Deadpool #3
Best Double Hero K.O.
Best Double Hero K.O.
Spider-Man and Deadpool are fighting the horribly named duo, Styx and Stones. In perfect harmony, the heroes perform an epic "Double Hero K.O."
ALL-NEW WOLVERINE #6
Best "Holy Snikt!" Moment
Best "Holy Snikt!" Moment
Laura fooled some guards into thinking she was one of her clones. After shooting her and thinking Wolverine dead, Laura's body was brought to some scientists so they could examine her body. She came to and gave them quite a surprise.
Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #4
Best Indication That Even Batman is Human
Best Indication That Even Batman is Human
Batman has been helping Splinter and the Ninja Turtles after they crossed over into his world. The Turtles love pizza are finally get Batman to give in and have some. It turns out even Batman loves pizza. Who would've thought we'd ever see Batman eating a slice?
Mockingbird #1
Best Waiting Room Reading Material for Tony Stark
Best Waiting Room Reading Material for Tony Stark
Mockingbird has to go into the S.H.I.E.L.D. medical offices regularly, so they can see if having the Super Soldier Serum and Infinity Formula in her system is causing her body any problems. In the background, we see Tony Stark reading a pamphlet, and you can't help but wonder about his choice in reading material.
Batman/Superman #30
Best Indication Batman can Reverse Engineer Anything
Best Indication Batman can Reverse Engineer Anything
It seems Batman can do just about anything. Hal Jordan (Green Lantern) is surprised when Batman starts talking to him via his Power Ring. It turns out Batman was able to reverse engineer the communication part of the ring.
Guardians of the Galaxy #6
Best Way to Avoid a Trap
Best Way to Avoid a Trap
Kitty Pryde has had a few different costumes over the years. When her fiancé, Star-Lord, fails to comment on it, she asks him. He refuses to answer, knowing it's a trap, and they'll just end up arguing about it. Remember, just say "no."
Action Comics #50
Biggest Grin
Biggest Grin This Week
Superman's had a rough year. Just when it looked like he was about to meet his end while fighting Vandal Savage, his body had been restored. Superman is back, and he couldn't be happier.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. #3
Most Awkward Conversation While Falling from the Sky
Most Awkward Conversation While Falling from the Sky
Fitz is falling, and his parachute is damaged. Mockingbird tells him to go limp and he takes the comment the wrong way. Sometimes, people take things too literally.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. #3
Best Graffiti
Best Graffiti
Some S.H.I.E.L.D. agents are searching for Rick Jones and the pursuit takes them in the old Morlock tunnels. The Morlocks were never too crazy about the X-Men, and the old graffiti on the walls indicates this.
Shaft: Imitation of Life #2
Best Reason to Reconsider a Movie Title
Best Reason to Reconsider a Movie Title
Some movie folk are seeking Shaft's expertise in making a movie. He reads the title and assumes it's a porno. They explain it is a movie about a detective, but it's likely Shaft won't be the only one confused by the title.
The Amazing Spider-Man #9
Best Reason Masks and Eye Patches can Lead to Confusion
Best Reason Masks and Eye Patches can Lead to Confusion
If you've ever been around someone wearing a mask or an eye patch, it's obvious it could be a little difficult to tell if they're winking at you. That's what happens between Spider-Man and Nick Fury Jr.
The Amazing Spider-Man #9
Best Rocket Launching Music Playlist
Best Rocket Launching Music Playlist
Spider-Man and Nick Fury Jr are taking off in a rocket. We hear some of the songs Spider-Man has on his playlist. They're all pretty fitting given the situation.
Uncanny Avengers #7
Best Commitment to Making a Joke
Best Commitment to Making a Joke
The Uncanny Avengers are on their way to Connecticut. Deadpool has changed his look a little. There is a reason for it, but perhaps it's better sometimes to just avoid asking him questions.
Earth 2 #10
Best George Miller/Mad Max Reference
Best George Miller/Mad Max Reference
Everyone knows the collapse of civilization will contain plenty of muscle cars, right?
Earth 2 #10
Weirdest Thing for a Supervillain/Hero to Care About
Weirdest Thing for a Supervillain/Hero to Care About
The Earth 2 version of Batman is fighting Hourman. He finds out what his foes motive is and is surprised it deals with copyright protection.
Rocket Raccoon and Groot #3
Best Wedgie
Best Wedgie
Rocket is fighting a foe named Pockets. As if making fun of his name wasn't bad enough, he also gives him a pretty epic wedgie.
Red Hood/Arsenal #10
Best Alias Names
Best Alias Names
Red Hood and Arsenal have to go undercover. The names they choose come from Hogan's Heroes and Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Black Knight #5
Best Reason to be Proud of the Shows you Watch
Best Reason to be Proud of the Shows you Watch
The Uncanny Avengers have completed their mission in Weirdworld. Deadpool wants to go back and watch one of his favorite shows. He makes it clear he doesn't care if people have a problem with his viewing preferences.
Ms. Marvel #5
Best Reason to be Grateful for Your P.E. Class
Best Reason to be Grateful for Your P.E. Class
For many, taking P.E. in high school is (or was) a tough time. It may seem like a strange change in activities compared to the rest of the school day, but you should be thankful you didn't have classes like this.
Aw Yeah Comics: Action Cat and Adventure Bug #1
Best Example Using the "Because" Argument is Silly
Best Example Using the "Because" Argument is Silly
Hopefully you're not involved in too many arguments where one party resorts to using "Because" as their reason for something. We see Evil Cat use it, and it doesn't make him sound or appear too menacing.
The Mighty Thor #5
Best Reason Not to Turn Your Back on Loki
Best Reason Not to Turn Your Back on Loki
Loki is the God of Lies. Sif earlier mentions he can't be trusted, and he'll stab you in the back. That's what he does to his mother...literally.
That's it this week. Let us know in the comments below what other Best Stuff you dug this past week. Special thanks to @djfanco, @ploiken, @RyanYoushockMe, and @mak13131313 for their suggestion. If you want to participate or felt we missed some other Best Stuff, don't complain, contribute, especially if you didn't offer any suggestions. Each week you can @reply me on Twitter at @GManFromHeck by Saturdays using the hashtag #BestStuffInComics. We'll give you a shout out and I'll think you're pretty groovy.
Be sure to always look for the best stuff and always be sure to avoid situations where you might get an epic wedgie, especially if you're wearing polka-dotted underwear.
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