Major Spoilers Podcast #594: Gotham Central

Published: Oct. 8, 2014, 5:06 a.m.

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This week on the Major Spoilers Podcast - Gotham Central! Plus, Squirrel Girl, James Bond, The October Faction, Captain America #25, and Star Wars Rebles! And, who is your favorite Speedster?

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NEWS\\n
Squirrel Girl coming from Marvel\\n
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REVIEWS\\n
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October Faction #1\\n
Writer: Steve Niles \\n
Artist: Damien Worm\\n
Publisher: IDW Publishing\\n
Cover Price: $3.99\\n
The creative team behind Monster & Madman would like to introduce you to the ongoing adventures of retired monster-hunter Frederick Allan and his family\\u2026 which include a thrill-killer, a witch, and a warlock. Because sometimes crazy is the glue that binds a family together.

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[rating:3.5/5]

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MATTHEW\\n
Captain America #25\\n
Writer: Rick Remender\\n
Artist: Stuart Immonen\\n
Publisher: Marvel Comics\\n
Cover Price: $3.99\\n
Extra-Sized Issue! \\u2022 Who is the All-New Captain America? \\u2022 The conclusion to the story that began in Dimension Z as Zola strikes in unison with The Red Skull! \\u2022 The final fate of Jet Black!

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[rating:3.5/5]

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RODRIGO\\n
Brides of Helheim #1\\n
Writer: Cullen Bunn\\n
Artist: Joelle Jones\\n
Publisher: Oni Press\\n
Years have passed since Rikard\'s victory over Bera and Groa. In defeating the witches, Rikard saved his people. And yet he cannot rest. He is still denied the promise of Valhalla. The warrior is condemned to wander the living world as an undead draugr. Now, a new challenge lies before Rikard: to face the demon beast M\\xf3r\\xf0v\\xedg in a brutal conflict.

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[rating:3/5]

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ZACH\\n
Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion\\n
Set between the events of Star Wars: Episodes III and IV, the story unfolds during a dark time when the evil Galactic Empire is tightening its grip of power on the galaxy. Imperial forces have occupied a remote planet and are ruining the lives of its people. The motley but clever crew of the starship Ghost \\u2014 cowboy Jedi Kanan, ace pilot Hera, street-smart teenager Ezra, the \\u201cmuscle\\u201d Zeb, warrior firebrand Sabine, and cantankerous old astromech droid Chopper \\u2014 is among a select few who are brave enough to stand against the Empire. Together, they will face threatening new villains, encounter colorful adversaries, embark on thrilling adventures, and become heroes with the power to ignite a rebellion.

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[rating:4/5]

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Major Spoilers Poll of the Week: FLASH\\n
This week, The Flash debuts on The CW, and people generally seem super excited about the show. There have been a number of speedsters at DC Comics who have had their own series, or have been a bigger part of the Flash continuity. Some have been loved, some have been hated, and some have been completely forgotten. Today, we\\u2019re giving you the opportunity to vote and share your thoughts on your favorite DC speedster.

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DISCUSSION: Gotham Central: Jokers and Madmen\\n
Witness the gritty side of the Gotham City Police Department from their perspective, as they take on criminals like The Joker and grudgingly look to the Dark Knight for help. This volume collects two cases of the Gotham Special Crimes Unit, from the pages of GOTHAM CENTRAL #11-22. First, The Joker terrorizes the city at Christmastime when he begins randomly executing people with a rifle, and no one from the Mayor on down is safe. Then, disgraced detective Harvey Bullock must settle some unfinished business...

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