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Saiki Kusou has a wide array of superpowers that include things like telepathy and telekinesis. He is so overpowers that he could, in fact, conquer the world in just a few days, but Saiki just wants to live a normal life. He dislikes his superpowers and does his best to hide them so he can live peacefully. It doesn’t go well. The Disastrous Life of Saiki K was one of those anime series that got overlooked in the summer season because it is one of those 5-minute episode series, but they show a new episode each day of the week. It is still running and many people abandoned it too early. However, if you give it a chance, it can be one of the most fun series you have seen all year. I was one of those people, and I regret my decisions to not watch it earlier. For Fans of Unexpected Comedy Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto Sophisticated, suave, and handsome, Sakamoto is perfect in every way. Unfortunately, his sheer perfection provokes everyone from his peers to his teachers t

One of the many charms of “Astro City” is how Kurt Busiek uses it to tell stories on all sorts of subjects while still keeping it within the superhero genre. That’s the case with “Astro City” #35, where Busiek and Ron Randall delve into the history of multiple heroes who took the Jack-in-the-Box name. However, while this is a superhero story, it applies more broadly just as well. Strictly in terms of superhero trappings, Busiek’s script is strong. Busiek takes the time to showcase more about the different Jacks-in-the-Box and gives each hero an origin, while also exploring the different motivations and techniques of whoever’s behind the mask. From working solo to having others alongside, there are differences between each of the different characters involved. More importantly, Busiek neatly sidelines what could easily become a lineage of characters moving into the future; we’re shown that it’s not only a career that won’t work for everyone, but also just how easily disaster can strik

“WHAT BROKE THE BROKEN MAN?” part one of two! Astro City’s tangled history of superheroes, music, counterculture, serpents and darkness comes to a head. Heroes are destroyed, minds are shattered…and an unlikely savior rises.

A tale of murder, mystery…and a cat. Starring Nightingale, Sunhawk…and their cat. Did we mention the cat? The cat’s the lead character. Featuring guest art by Rick Leonardi (SUPERMAN, Spider-Man 2099). Mreow.

At long last, it’s the origin of the Gentleman! Lord Saampa and his Serpent Cult strike in the U.S.…but are they here to serve their scaly god, or to save a soul? And either way, can the Gentleman stop them? Plus: Another incarnation of Astro City’s counterculture champions—this time, one you’ve seen before!