123 – The New Prince of Power

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We start a new arc, “Sidekicks Movin’ Up,” by reading “Incredible Hercules: The New Prince of Power” by Greg Pak and Fred Van Lente. After Hercules’ apparent death, the Gods elect Amadeus Cho to be the new Prince of Power and head up the Olympus Group. There’s just one problem: Amadeus Cho doesn’t believe any of it. We take some time to talk about the definition of “sidekick,” Cho’s state of denial, and the ever-important art of pacing. For more info on past or future shows, visit www.AtomicPoweredSuperCast.com!


121 – Hawkeye: My Life as a Weapon

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The third story in our “Best of 2012” series is Marvel’s representative: “Hawkeye” by Matt Fraction with art from Dave Aja. This amazingly stylish piece of work combines striking art style, incredible coloring, and a likable duo of heroes in Kate Bishop and Clint Barton. It’s a fun ride through parts of the Marvel universe that aren’t often looked at, Bro. For more information on past or future shows, visit www.AtomicPoweredSuperCast.com!

119 – Saga, Vol. 1

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Our Best Comics of 2012 series starts off with Brian K. Vaughan’s Fantasy Sci-Fi epic, “Saga.” The first volume of this trade is full of the promise of huge storylines, from an overbearing war that’s engulfed the whole galaxy to the infinite struggle of two lovers and their newborn baby just trying to survive. Plus, the art by Fiona Staples is out of this world. For more information on past or future shows, visit www.AtomicPoweredSuperCast.com!