Most know Francis Manapul best for his stunning artwork, but now he’s taking a stab at writing the world of Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman in Trinity #1. 

Told from the perspective of Lois Lane, Trinity #1 begins with Lois and Clark’s son, Jon exploring the grounds of the family’s farm before heading inside to have dinner with his parents.

While having a conversation with his mother, Jon hears a knock on the door. With the powers he inherited from his father, he uses his x-ray vision to see through the door and decipher that Bruce Wayne and Diana Prince are on the other side.

Becoming excited over the fact that there are superheroes at the door, Jon loses slight control of his powers and a laser bolt shoots from his eyes, hitting Bruce square in the chest. This is the moment we are introduced to Clark Kent – but not the same Clark we’re accustomed to, because of the Rebirth events.

This version of Clark is not really a superhero, well not in the way we’d expect. He focuses on being a parent and husband but has been thinking of rejoining the ranks of his comrades, Wonder Woman and Batman.

Clark has no idea what the duo is doing at his home, but it is Lois who says she invited them. Bruce being the downer he is, has to let everyone know that it was Diana who forced him to come especially after he is forced into wearing one of Clark’s plaid shirts since Jon’s optic blast ruined the last shirt he had on.

Since Batman and Wonder Woman do not really know this version of Superman, Lois thought it was a good idea to get to know the people who would have Clark’s back if he did indeed go back into the fray. It may not be something that he wants but he knows it is a possibility.

I couldn’t quite put my finger on it, but I felt like something was missing. But I do know that the group had to come together somehow, even if a dinner party hosted at a farmhouse seems a bit farfetched to me.

The dialogue wasn’t my favourite, aside from Bruce and Lois. I felt as though the two of them had the best lines. Wonder Woman was a little more resigned than I would have liked to see her, and Clark was not exactly what I am used to, but since he is meant to be a different Superman, I can understand the change in tone.

I think the standout in this piece is really the artwork. Again, it’s Francis Manapul, so at this point, beautiful art is expected. The cover and the interior work is some of the most beautiful I have seen in a comic book this year. The art and story work well together. It makes the book better as a whole, even if there were a few hitches in the dialogue.
This book may have not have been my favourite of the #1 issues which have come from the DC Rebirth so far, but I didn’t dislike it enough to avoid the second issue by any means. Even though I felt that it was lacking in some ways, I still look forward to seeing what the Trinity will get up to when issue two hits the stands.

By Brittany Murphy

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Viz Media will have several panels and special exclusives at New York Comic Con, which takes place Thursday October 6 through Sunday October 9, 2016 at the Javits Center.

According to the press release, the company is also celebrating 30 years!  Congrats on such a milestone!

“This year, VIZ Media proudly welcomes Yusei Matsui, the creator of the bestselling ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM manga series, as a special NYCC Spotlight Guest. Fans will be able to catch his first-ever North American professional appearance as Matsui participates in a range of panel discussions and autograph sessions.

Additional creators and guests making appearances at the VIZ Media booth this year include Toyotarou, the Japanese artist and manga creator who is collaborating with famed manga creator Akira Toriyama on the new DRAGON BALL SUPER series.

VIZ Media also will celebrate the globally acclaimed animated series, RWBY, the first western anime series to be distributed in Japan, with appearances by Barbara Dunkelman, who provides the voice of Yang, as well as RWBY Head of Animation Gray Haddock. Please check the VIZ Media booth for appearance times… A special illustration by ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM creator Yusei Matsui also will join the exhibit.”

Help Viz Media celebrate by visiting their booth #2036 and participating in a few of their games and other activities.  Since I’m always on the lookout for a new tote bag, the company will be providing a limited edition bag featuring popular characters from the series Sailor Moon and One-Punch Man while supplies last.  The tote bag will be provided free (you could only choose one) with a purchase from the booth.

Here is their schedule of panels and plans for their booth during the convention from their press release.

VIZ Media 30^th Anniversary Prize Wheel

Celebrate VIZ Media’s 30^th Anniversary and try your luck at our prize wheel for a chance to win exclusive goodies!

• SAILOR MOON Tiara Giveaway

Collect your tiara and become a guardian of love and justice!

• RWBY Poster Giveaway

Grab a poster for the hot RWBY animated series at the VIZ Media booth!

Please check the daily booth schedule for activity times.

VIZ Media New York Comic Con Panels:

Friday October 7^th

11:15AM – 12:15PM    VIZ Media Official Panel

                                      Room 1A10

Join the VIZ Media team as they talk about favorites like NARUTO, ONE-PUNCH MAN, TOKYO GHOUL, SAILOR MOON and much more. There will be announcements, exclusive first looks at new titles, and prizes!

5:15PM – 6:15PM         An Evening with Yusei Matsui, Creator Of ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM

                                      Room 1A06

Yusei Matsui will discuss his career and creative process behind his global hit! This special presentation will explore the ins and outs to bringing the story of a pathetic class of misfits and their bizarre tentacled teacher to life.

Saturday October 8^th

1:45PM – 2:45PM         WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Panel

                                      Room 1A10

Hang out with the English language editors of the world’s most popular manga! Yusei Matsui, creator of the global sensation ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM, will make a special appearance.

3:00PM – 4:00PM         ONE-PUNCH MAN Official Panel

                                      Room 1A10

What’s it like when a hero becomes too strong? Find out! Lucky attendees will get the inside scoop from the VIZ Media team on what’s next, plus a surprise or two.

Sunday October 9^th

2:45PM – 3:45PM         SAILOR MOON Official Panel

                                      Room 1A06

Everyone’s favorite Guardian of Love and Justice is back and better than ever! Join the VIZ Media SAILOR MOON team for all the can’t-miss news and updates on the legendary anime series, as well as the all-new SAILOR MOON CRYSTAL.

Autograph Sessions:

Also don’t miss the following product exclusives and special advance releases available (while supplies last) at the VIZ Media booth:

• Advance Pre-street Manga Releases:

o   ASSASSINATION CLASSROOM Vol. 13 with exclusive collectable button – $10

o   JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE – PART 3: STARDUST CRUSADERS Vol. 1 – $20

o   THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: LEGENDARY EDITION Vol. 1 – $18

o   MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM THUNDERBOLT Vol. 1 – $15

o   ITACHI’s STORY Vol. 1 – DAY BREAK (NARUTO Novel) – $11

o   SUPER MARIO ADVENTURES – $15

• ONE PIECE Full Color Framed Replica Manga Artwork – $230 each

Exclusive from Japan!

• NARUTO SHIPPUDEN “Kakashi Hatake” 1/6 Scale Statue by Grecco – $220

Exclusive – includes special accessories just for the show!

• TOKYO GHOUL & ONE-PUNCH MAN Black & White Manga Replicas – $15 each

Exclusive from Japan!

• SAILOR MOON CRYSTAL Season 1 Set 1 Combo Pack – $65

Includes a Limited Edition Sun Catcher as a special free gift with purchase

• SAILOR MOON S (Season 3) Set 1 Combo Pack Pre-Order – $65

Pre-order the set now to have it mailed when it releases; also receive a special free collectible Sailor Moon Coin as a gift with purchase

• HUNTER X HUNTER Set 1 Blu-ray Pre-order – $50

Pre-order the set now to have it mailed when it releases; also receive a special free Hunter’s License as a gift with purchase

• WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Premium Annual Membership – $30

Secure a digital subscription to the world’s most popular manga magazine that also includes exclusive YU‐GI-OH! Promo Card: Masked Hero Blast and an exclusive Shonen Jump t-shirt designed for NYCC

• Exclusive ONE-PUNCH MAN “Oppai” T-shirts in a limited edition color – $20
• Exclusive SAILOR MOON S T-shirts – $15 each

Exclusive design featuring all of the Guardians’ symbols; available only from VIZ Media!

• THE ART OF POKÉMON ADVENTURES 2016 CON EXCLUSIVE – $15

For additional information on anime and manga titles distributed and published by VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.

It’s the most detailed trailer yet and I NEED THIS MOVIE NOW.

Hey, Potterheads! Warner Bros. just released the new trailer for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and it has got me feeling things.

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It's probably the most in-depth trailer we've had to date. We see things we've never seen before, like this shot of Newt arriving at MACUSA.

(That's the Magical Congress of the United States of America, FYI.)

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We also get a glimpse at some brand new magical creatures, like this cheeky Niffler.

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And this impressive thing with its impressive baby.

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Yes! Speechless is amazing! The entire DiMeo family already has my love. From the crazy mom, Maya, to the scary aggressive younger sister, Dylan. This new hit show (I say hit because I think it will be) delivers a hilarious family comedy on a great but somewhat touchy subject.

Mother knows best. At least she thinks she does. Maya DiMeo is an excitable, tour-de-force mother who knows exactly what she wants and how to get it. She pulled out all the stops in her attempt to find her eldest son, J.J., who has a condition that leaves him with limited mobility and communication challenges, a lack of “voice.” In so doing she has uprooted her family to numerous schools in a small time span. In this case, she has moved her family to the worst house in the best school district.

In true middle child fashion, Ray DiMeo is not sure his mother is making the best choice for “everyone.” Ray is constantly being teased by J.J. and Dylan. The only one who seems to understand him is his dad, Jimmy DiMeo. The bond between Ray and Jimmy is instantly recognizable. Jimmy is definitely the understanding one, who can reason with everyone in the family. He is absolutely loyal to his family. While Maya is busy telling principals off, he is there by her side agreeing yet not interfering. Maya understands her husband’s level-headedness in the midst of situations, which is why I love the interaction between her and Jimmy while he is taking a shower. He tells her like it is and she loves him for it.

Ray is the one having the most trouble this episode even if the central character is J.J. Ray is moving to a new crappy house and a new school. When those seem to go okay, Ray is then put in the middle of a battle between the school and his mother. While he wants to go to the school’s carnival, his mother says he can’t because they disrespected her and J.J. Middle child syndrome kicks in and Ray is convinced that his mother doesn’t care about him and he sneaks out. At the fair, he gets into more trouble when the boyfriend of the girl he wants to stay in town for, catches him with lips pursed for a kiss.

Family drama is just the tip of the iceberg. A good chunk of the hilarious acts that come about this first episode are from the new school all the kids have just transferred to. The principal starts things off with her announcement of the changed mascot to promote their “inclusion” practices. The Viking has been changed to a Sea Slug that has both male and female parts. Awesome! Then Maya points out that there is no ramp in the front, but there is an “alternative access ramp” in the back for her son to go through. Through a game cleverly titled “trash or person”, the principal is in no shape to deal with Maya and her antics. This will clearly be a win for Maya if they stay at this school.

At the school, we are also introduced to Kenneth. The token black staff member who will have none of Maya’s talk. They butt heads in the beginning. Kenneth refers to her as “Blind Side” and lets her know he knows all about her craziness. They clearly are destined to have an interesting friendship, especially now that Kenneth is the new voice aid for J.J. Hilarious moments to come I am sure.

This episode was an overall success. The audience was introduced to the main characters, the issues, and the comical drama. I look forward to next week. You should too! Wednesdays on ABC at 8:30pm.

Catalina Combs is an aspiring film critic from California. She loves reading, writing, film, baking, music, drawing, traveling, Disney, and playing soccer. Her life usually revolves around all of these and her family. The oldest of six, Catalina tries to set a good example for her siblings. She graduated from Santa Clara University in 2010 with a BA in English Creative Writing and is pursuing an MA in Film. I also blog on WordPress and contribute to the websiteExaminer.com. Twitter- @tiggercraze | Facebook- Cat Combs | Instagram: @tiggercraze

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