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2024: A Year of Familiar Comfort and Unexpected Excellence in Comics
2024 saw readers gravitating towards familiar narratives. Surprisingly, many of these familiar tales were exceptionally well-executed and pushed creative boundaries. Navigating the sheer volume of weekly comics from major publishers, along with the diverse range of graphic novels, is a daunting task. This list highlights some of the year's most captivating series.
A Few Preliminary Notes:
- Focus: Primarily on Marvel and DC, with a few exceptions.
- Minimum Length: Series had to span at least 10 issues. Therefore, newer titles like Ultimates, Absolute Batman, several X-titles from the "From the Ashes" relaunch, and Aaron's Ninja Turtles are excluded.
- Comprehensive Ranking: All issues of each series were considered, regardless of release date in 2024. This includes series with multiple earlier titles. Exceptions were McKay's Moon Knight and Williamson's Robin.
- Anthologies Excluded: Anthologies like Action Comics and Batman: The Brave and the Bold are omitted due to their varied authorship.
Table of Contents:
- Batman: Zdarsky Run
- Nightwing by Tom Taylor
- Blade + Blade: Red Band
- Vengeance of the Moon Knight + Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu
- Outsiders
- Poison Ivy
- Batman and Robin by Joshua Williamson
- Scarlet Witch & Quicksilver
- The Flash Series by Simon Spurrier
- The Immortal Thor by Al Ewing
- Venom + Venom War
- John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America
- Ultimate X-men by Peach Momoko
Reviews:
Batman: Zdarsky Run
Technically impressive, but ultimately a tedious and forgettable comic, aside from a compelling Joker-centric arc.
Nightwing by Tom Taylor
A strong start, marred by a later influx of filler issues. While possessing moments of brilliance, it fell short of its potential.
Blade + Blade: Red Band
A thrilling action-packed series that successfully captures the essence of a bloody vampire-slaying adventure.
Vengeance of the Moon Knight + Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu
A somewhat uneven year for Moon Knight, hampered by rushed plot points and underdeveloped character arcs.
Outsiders
A Planetary reimagining seamlessly integrated into the DC Universe, though its meta-commentary becomes predictable.
Poison Ivy
A surprisingly long-running series (30+ issues!) with a consistent psychedelic charm, despite occasional pacing issues.
Batman and Robin by Joshua Williamson
A solid exploration of father-son dynamics and self-discovery, though not quite reaching the heights of Williamson's previous Robin series.
Scarlet Witch & Quicksilver
A charming and visually appealing series from Dark Horse Comics, emphasizing heartwarming simplicity over experimentation.
The Flash Series by Simon Spurrier
A complex and challenging read, rewarding those willing to engage with its intricate narrative.
The Immortal Thor by Al Ewing
A potentially rewarding, though often tedious, series anchored by stunning artwork and Ewing's signature long-form storytelling.
Venom + Venom War
A chaotic and impactful series, leaving a lasting impression.
John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America
A masterful first part contrasted by a weaker second, showcasing Spurrier's talent for both brilliant and overstuffed narratives.
Ultimate X-men by Peach Momoko
A unique blend of manga, psychological horror, and the X-Men, brought to life by Momoko's distinctive art style.
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