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Steamforged Games, leading UK tabletop games developer and publisher (Monster Hunter World: The Board Game, DARK SOULS: The Board Game , Horizon Zero Dawn: The Board Game , Bardsung , Epic Encounters , and more) announce acquisition of the Euthia IP and a partnership with Czech studio, Diea Games, to resurrect the Euthia board game crowdfunding campaign that was cancelled in May  this year after raising over half a million dollars in just two days.  Euthia, rated 8.8 on BoardGameGeek and currently out-of-print, is an open-world fantasy sandbox RPG board game that initially ran on Kickstarter in 2020 and was well-received by the public. Described as Diablo-esque by reviewers, the game can be played competitively, solo, or cooperatively. News of the cancellation of the second crowdfunding campaign was felt throughout the tabletop community. With Steamforged's support, Diea Games are now able to realise their dream of becoming a full-time development studio and can continue their w
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Ratings for Comics Released 12-11-2013 Part 4 @IDWPublishing @Marvel @DCComics @ImageComics @DarkHorseComics


Here are the ratings for comics released 12-11-2013; Part 4. Included are IDW Publishing's The Maxx Maxximized #2 & Star Trek 2013 Annual #1, Marvel Comics' Mighty Avengers #4, & Nova #11, DC Comics' Nightwing #26 & Superboy #26, Image Comics' Protectors. Inc. #2, and Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars #12. Let me know your opinion or if you have any questions and want to discuss anything just leave a comment.

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


The Maxx: Maxximized #2 


The second issue of Sam Kieth's classic MAXX series continues with all pages completely rescanned from Sam's original art, and new coloring that is overseen by the creator. For longtime fans, this completely remastered version of Kieth's quirky classic is truly a brand new look at an old and treasured friend. For those just new to the Maxx, Julie, and the Outback... we envy your discovering it for the first time!

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 Cover & Solicit - 4
Art, Colors & Inking - 4
Layout & Flow - 3
Story - 4
Verdict - 3.9 (8/10) - (Buy The Maxx: Maxximized) SAVE 10%


Mighty Avengers #4


INHUMANITY TIE-IN!

 In the aftermath of Infinity, Luke Cage brings his Mighty Avengers together! And a certain Superior someone is not happy about it!

 Plus: The birth of the new Ronin!

 This solicit sponsored by CORTEX Incorporated. CORTEX. Tomorrow is in our hands.

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 Cover & Solicit - 3
Art, Colors & Inking - 4
Layout & Flow - 4
Story - 4
Verdict - 3.9 (8/10) - (Buy Mighty Avengers) SAVE 10%

Nightwing #26 - Some Strings Attached


With the events of FOREVER EVIL looming, Nightwing enters the final stages of life as he knows it!

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 Cover & Solicit - 3
Art, Colors & Inking - 3
Layout & Flow - 4
Story - 3
Verdict - 3.1 (6/10) - (Buy Nightwing) SAVE 10%

Nova #11 - Chapter XI: Pawn Takes Night


It's All-New Nova Now as we welcome new writer Gerry Duggan (DEADPOOL; "Guy" on one episode of the SARAH SILVERMAN PROGRAM)!

 The deadly secrets of the Nova Corps stand revealed...and Sam is waaay over his helmeted head.

 This is the beginning of something big, cosmic fans! An EPIC Odyssey that will take our warp speed wunderkind to the very ends of the Marvel Universe!

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Cover & Solicit - 4
Art, Colors & Inking - 4
Layout & Flow - 4
Story - 4
Verdict - 4 (8/10) - (Buy Nova) SAVE 10%

Protectors, Inc. #2


An unexplained local disappearance, a corpse that lands several hundred miles from the scene of the crime, and the very first death of one of the Protectors...what do these three seemingly unrelated incidents have in common? And why is Protectors, Inc. so determined to whitewash the possibility that the super-powered hero was murdered? Lieutenant Detective Riley may be the only one who really wants to discover the truth.

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 Cover & Solicit - 3
Art, Colors & Inking - 3
Layout & Flow - 3
Story - 3
Verdict - 3 (6/10) - (Buy Protectors, Inc.) SAVE 10%


Star Trek Annual #1 - Strange New Worlds



A special extra-length, one-of-a-kind 'fotonovel' sequel to a beloved classic! Years ago, James Kirk saved his ship, but the price was the life of his oldest friend in Starfleet-or was it? The crew of the starship ENTERPRISE faces a staggering discovery in a brand-new 'episode' of the original STAR TREK.

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 Cover & Solicit - 3
Art, Colors & Inking - 4
Layout & Flow - 4
Story - 4
Verdict - 3.9 (8/10) - (Buy Star Trek Annual) SAVE 10%

Star Wars #12


After a battle with the Empire, it is a time of reunions, departures, and reassessments. Han and Chewie return from their mission to Coruscant, Luke deals with love lost, and Leia must accept greater responsibilities within the Rebellion. But first she has an important announcement for the Rebel commanders . . .

 Wedge forms Rogue Squadron!

 Leia uncovers a deep betrayal!

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 Cover & Solicit - 3
Art, Colors & Inking - 4
Layout & Flow - 4
Story - 4
Verdict - 3.9 (8/10) - (Buy Star Wars) SAVE 10%

Superboy #26 - To Hell and Back


Lost in time with the Teen Titans, Superboy comes to some startling revelations about his origins and future! Can he and the team rescue Kid Flash and find the way back to their own era?

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 Cover & Solicit - 4
Art, Colors & Inking - 3
Layout & Flow - 4
Story - 4
Verdict - 3.7 (7.5/10) - (Buy Superboy) SAVE 10%

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