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A new product line for the Codenames family, launching with three packs. We're excited to welcome an entirely new addition to Codenames—Codenames Expansion Packs! We are launching the product line with three themed packs: Sci-Fi , Fairy Tales , and Cute Critters , each one opening the door to fresh twists, new themes, and even more “aha!” moments at the table. Codenames Expansion Packs are bite-sized mini expansions designed to let players mix things up with new words or images. The Sci-Fi and Fairy Tales Expansion Packs each bring 50 carefully curated themed words, perfect for adding a splash of flavor to your next game of Codenames or Codenames: Duet. They also include 3 new agent tiles (2 for Codenames, 1 for Duet) and 4 themed pictures to customize your Codenames: Pictures even further. Looking for something extra cute? The Cute Critters Expansion Pack delivers 40 unique animal images, adding variety and charm to Codenames: Pictures. Ready to ...
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Quick Reviews: @DarkHorseComics B.P.R.D., Hellboy, & Star Wars

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #1 CoverHellboy in Hell #2 CoverStar Wars Purge #2 Cover

As I mentioned last week I'm still trying to catch up on reading so here's my next batch of "Quick Reviews". Today's are Dark Horse's B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth - The Transformation of J.H. O'Donnell #1 - One-Shot, Hellboy in Hell #2 - Pandemonium, Star Wars: Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist #2 - Part 2 of 2, and B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth - The Return of the Master #1 - Part 1 of 5. If you have any questions about my rating or want to discuss anything just leave me a comment.

See the Review Rating Overview page for more information on how I rate each comic

B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth - The Transformation of J.H. O'Donnell #1 - One-Shot


B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth O'Donnell One-Shot Cover
Twenty-four years ago, Hellboy took mild-mannered Professor O’Donnell to the secret library of a recently dead necromancer. Since that day, O’Donnell has been the Bureau’s expert on the powerful ancient forces intent on ending the age of man. Find out what O’Donnell saw in this supernatural thrill ride.

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Rating


Cover & Solicit 4/5

Art, Colors & Inking 2/5

Layout & Flow 4/5

Story 3/5

Verdict 3


Hellboy in Hell #2 - Pandemonium


In Pandemonium, the dead wait for Hellboy to claim his throne, but is he interested . . .?


Mike Mignola returns to draw Hellboy’s ongoing story for the first time since Conqueror Worm. It’s a story only Mignola could tell, as more of Hellboy’s secrets are revealed.


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Rating


Cover & Solicit 2/5

Art, Colors & Inking 2/5

Layout & Flow 4/5

Story 3/5

Verdict 2.7


Star Wars: Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist #2 - Part 2 of 2


Darth Vader, hand of the new Galactic Empire, must find a new way to dominate the rebellious natives. Simple force won’t work on these people; Vader must carve out the heart of their pride, and fill the hollow that is left behind with fear and obedience to the Empire. But one Jedi blocks the path to power.


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Rating


Cover & Solicit 4/5

Art, Colors & Inking 3/5

Layout & Flow 3/5

Story 3/5

Verdict 3.1


B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth - The Return of the Master #1 - Part 1 of 5


In the Scottish Highlands, a rogue scientist who escaped the bloody massacre in B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: Russia assembles a paranormal cult bent on world destruction. Can the B.P.R.D. hunt down this group in time, or will demons be released into a world already teetering on the edge of apocalypse?


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Rating


Cover & Solicit 4/5

Art, Colors & Inking 4/5

Layout & Flow 4/5

Story 4/5

Verdict 4

Purchase B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: The Transformation of J. H. O'Donnell (Mike Mignola Variant)
Purchase Hellboy in Hell #2
Purchase Star Wars: Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist #2
Purchase B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth - The Return of the Master #1
Purchase B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth - The Return of the Master #1 (Mike Mignola Variant)
Purchase BPRD Hell on Earth: The Transformation of J.H. O'Donnell #1
Purchase Hellboy in Hell #2
Purchase Star Wars Purge Tyrants Fist #2
Purchase B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth The Return of the Master #1

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