2024: A Year of Familiar Comfort and Unexpected Excellence in Comics
In 2024, comic readers found satisfaction in familiar narratives. Surprisingly, many of these familiar stories were exceptionally well-executed and pushed creative boundaries. Navigating the sheer volume of weekly comics from major publishers, alongside graphic novels from various imprints, is a daunting task. This list highlights some of the year's most captivating titles.
A Few Preliminary Notes:
- This list primarily focuses on Marvel and DC, with a few exceptions.
- Only series with at least 10 issues are included. This excludes newer titles like Ultimates, Absolute Batman, recent X-Men relaunches, and Aaron's Ninja Turtles.
- The ranking considers the entire run of each series, not just 2024 releases. Exceptions are made for Jed McKay's Moon Knight and Joshua Williamson's Robin.
- Anthologies like Action Comics and Batman: The Brave and the Bold are excluded due to their diverse 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
A technically impressive but ultimately underwhelming comic. The fight against the "wrong" Batman was tedious, except for a compelling Joker-centric arc.
Nightwing by Tom Taylor
A strong start that faltered towards the end, bogged down by filler issues. Despite its flaws, it contained moments of brilliance.
Blade + Blade: Red Band
A successful adaptation of the Daywalker into a thrilling, action-packed comic.
Vengeance of the Moon Knight + Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu
A mixed bag, hampered by rushed plot points and underdeveloped character arcs. Potential remains for future installments.
Outsiders
A Planetary reimagining within the DC Universe, featuring predictable meta-commentary. Despite this, it remains a worthy entry.
Poison Ivy
A surprisingly long-running series with a unique psychedelic charm, offering both captivating and less engaging moments.
Batman and Robin by Joshua Williamson
A compelling coming-of-age story exploring father-son dynamics, falling slightly short of Williamson's previous Robin series.
Scarlet Witch & Quicksilver
A charming and visually appealing comic from Dark Horse, prioritizing heartwarming simplicity over experimentation.
The Flash Series by Simon Spurrier
A challenging and complex read, rewarding patient readers with a unique and unpredictable narrative.
The Immortal Thor by Al Ewing
A slow-burn series with stunning artwork, relying heavily on Ewing's established mythology.
Venom + Venom War
A chaotic and impactful series, leaving a lasting impression on the reader.
John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America
A masterful first part contrasted by a weaker second, showcasing Spurrier's talent for writing Constantine while also highlighting his tendency towards overstuffed narratives.
Ultimate X-Men by Peach Momoko
A unique blend of manga, psychological horror, and X-Men, beautifully illustrated by Peach Momoko.
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