EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #18
Vince Hernandez Writer / Jordan Gunderson Art / Teo Gonzalez - Colors
Assassins reaches the end!
The epic finale to "Blood Origin" reveals the true sacrifice required by
Daffodil to forge the first Executive Assistant Academy! When the odds of
success turn bleak and deadly--she must decide whether her choice to
painstakingly continue on with her enterprise, or risk losing
everything including her life! Don¹t miss this pulse-pounding conclusion
that is essential canon in the Executive Assistant Universe!
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #18 is in stores now!!
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Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Straight Forward Reviews : Executive Assistant Assassins # 17
The Blood Origin continues in the latest Executive Assistant Assassins.
Writer - Vince Hernandez
Artist - Jordan Gunderson & Lori Hanson for pages 1 and 5
Publisher - Aspen
Review by Jeremias de Leon
Story
Hana and Mayu's plans are coming together as they find themselves allied with another assassin and a businessman for revenge on the murder of their loved one Li.
We see the details of their plan and some dissension among some allies as their ideologies clash. But they do end up respecting each other. The story also gets into some more background and even some espionage. Which, thinking about it does make sense. We usually just see these women stealthily kill or get into some open fights but they'd have to be really good spies too wouldn't they?
The dialog really stands out as you see the characters relationships either deepen or get explored. Especially the sisters Hana and Mayu who get their stories fleshed out in flashbacks.
Art
The art from both artists work fantastically for this story. They have this really nice east asian inspiration and the line art looks like it flows so well during the action scenes.
The flashback art have this great sketchy detailed but not detailed look to it. The main art has these details that are there and noticeable but not necessarily pronounced. It's perfect for feminine characters, which makes sense as this book are all about female leads.
Verdict
With great and fitting art and a storyline that has a lot of intrigue and decent character interactions, I happened to enjoy this issue quite a bit. I give Executive Assistant Assassins # 17 a 9 out of 10.
Writer - Vince Hernandez
Artist - Jordan Gunderson & Lori Hanson for pages 1 and 5
Publisher - Aspen
Review by Jeremias de Leon
Story
Hana and Mayu's plans are coming together as they find themselves allied with another assassin and a businessman for revenge on the murder of their loved one Li.
We see the details of their plan and some dissension among some allies as their ideologies clash. But they do end up respecting each other. The story also gets into some more background and even some espionage. Which, thinking about it does make sense. We usually just see these women stealthily kill or get into some open fights but they'd have to be really good spies too wouldn't they?
The dialog really stands out as you see the characters relationships either deepen or get explored. Especially the sisters Hana and Mayu who get their stories fleshed out in flashbacks.
Art
The art from both artists work fantastically for this story. They have this really nice east asian inspiration and the line art looks like it flows so well during the action scenes.
The flashback art have this great sketchy detailed but not detailed look to it. The main art has these details that are there and noticeable but not necessarily pronounced. It's perfect for feminine characters, which makes sense as this book are all about female leads.
Verdict
With great and fitting art and a storyline that has a lot of intrigue and decent character interactions, I happened to enjoy this issue quite a bit. I give Executive Assistant Assassins # 17 a 9 out of 10.
Saturday, January 4, 2014
Preview: Executive Assistant: Assassins # 17
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #17
Vince Hernandez Writer / Jordan Gunderson Art / Teo Gonzalez - Colors
The second part of Blood Origin!
The ³Blood Origin² three-part storyline continues as Executive Assistant
Daffodil learns the painful truth that a life devoted to the training of
women in the art of killing can lead to unintended‹and fatal results. And,
this lesson may prove to be her last, as the reality of this existence may
prove too much to survive‹even for her!
Covers by Jordan Gunderson, Tina Valentino and Mirka Andolfo.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #17 is in stores Now!
Vince Hernandez Writer / Jordan Gunderson Art / Teo Gonzalez - Colors
The second part of Blood Origin!
The ³Blood Origin² three-part storyline continues as Executive Assistant
Daffodil learns the painful truth that a life devoted to the training of
women in the art of killing can lead to unintended‹and fatal results. And,
this lesson may prove to be her last, as the reality of this existence may
prove too much to survive‹even for her!
Covers by Jordan Gunderson, Tina Valentino and Mirka Andolfo.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #17 is in stores Now!
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Straight Forward Reviews : Executive Assistant Assassins # 16
The Executive Assistant Assassins stories continue with a new origin.
Writer - Vince Hernandez
Artist - Jordan Gunderson
Publisher - Aspen Comics
Review by Jeremias de Leon
Story
This particular assassin's story starts off with intrigue and reluctance. Living a rough life she's grown up quite capable in the martial arts. The story moves on from there with criminal activities and a tragedy and desire for revenge.
The writing in this has me recall stories of corporate espionage and martial art revenge movies rolled into one. So far it's turned out quite intriguing.
Art
With little in terms of action and since they caught my eye so much, I'd like to mention that the character designs in this issue are really well done. Something about them especially the way their hair is drawn that gives the issue some nice stylistic flair.
Verdict
The writing in this issue is top notch and the character designs and dialog are very intriguing. Fans of the issue may or may not feel the comic is too slow with the lack of action. But it's understandable in this issue with needing to tell the backstory to this character. The issue could have used a little more backstory on the characters themselves though. Like how they got to be so good at martial arts or why the main character's sister is a criminal. EA : Assassins 16 gets an 8.5 out of 10.
Writer - Vince Hernandez
Artist - Jordan Gunderson
Publisher - Aspen Comics
Review by Jeremias de Leon
Story
This particular assassin's story starts off with intrigue and reluctance. Living a rough life she's grown up quite capable in the martial arts. The story moves on from there with criminal activities and a tragedy and desire for revenge.
The writing in this has me recall stories of corporate espionage and martial art revenge movies rolled into one. So far it's turned out quite intriguing.
Art
With little in terms of action and since they caught my eye so much, I'd like to mention that the character designs in this issue are really well done. Something about them especially the way their hair is drawn that gives the issue some nice stylistic flair.
Verdict
The writing in this issue is top notch and the character designs and dialog are very intriguing. Fans of the issue may or may not feel the comic is too slow with the lack of action. But it's understandable in this issue with needing to tell the backstory to this character. The issue could have used a little more backstory on the characters themselves though. Like how they got to be so good at martial arts or why the main character's sister is a criminal. EA : Assassins 16 gets an 8.5 out of 10.
Preview: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS # 16
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #16
Vince Hernandez Writer / Jordan Gunderson Art / Teo Gonzalez - Colors
A brand-new Assassins storyline begins!
The "Blood Origin" three-part storyline kicks off as the cruel history of
the first Executive Assistant Academy forged many years ago is brutally
exposed. Nestled alongside a barren and treacherous mountain range in China,
within a spiritual Chinese village of hard living--a school of honor and
discipline was introduced that would change the landscape forever. Meet
Daffodil, the first graduate of the academy, as she discovers that a new
world awaits those who cannot only fend for themselves, but also, use their
vicious abilities to help those of great power!
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #16 is in stores on November 6th, 2013.
Vince Hernandez Writer / Jordan Gunderson Art / Teo Gonzalez - Colors
A brand-new Assassins storyline begins!
The "Blood Origin" three-part storyline kicks off as the cruel history of
the first Executive Assistant Academy forged many years ago is brutally
exposed. Nestled alongside a barren and treacherous mountain range in China,
within a spiritual Chinese village of hard living--a school of honor and
discipline was introduced that would change the landscape forever. Meet
Daffodil, the first graduate of the academy, as she discovers that a new
world awaits those who cannot only fend for themselves, but also, use their
vicious abilities to help those of great power!
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #16 is in stores on November 6th, 2013.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #15
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #15
Vince Hernandez Writer / Lori Hanson Art / Teodoro Gonzalez - Colors /
Josh Reed - Letters
Introducing Executive Assistant Daisy!
Daisy returns home to New Orleans a full-fledged Executive Assistant, ready
to make amends with the demons of her past. Yet, her powerful and
calculating father has other plans for his personal "property", as he shows
her the true nature of family binds. And even armed with the experience of
an Executive Assistant, Daisy may still not be able to survive in this epic
finale!
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #15 is in stores September 25th 2013!
Vince Hernandez Writer / Lori Hanson Art / Teodoro Gonzalez - Colors /
Josh Reed - Letters
Introducing Executive Assistant Daisy!
Daisy returns home to New Orleans a full-fledged Executive Assistant, ready
to make amends with the demons of her past. Yet, her powerful and
calculating father has other plans for his personal "property", as he shows
her the true nature of family binds. And even armed with the experience of
an Executive Assistant, Daisy may still not be able to survive in this epic
finale!
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #15 is in stores September 25th 2013!
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Straight Forward Reviews: Executive Assistant Assassins #15
We're back in the world of the Executive Assistants and this time we're looking at the new girl Daisy. Who has had quite the story so far. Does it keep up the intrigue? We'll find out.
Writer - Vince Hernandez
Artist - Lori "Cross" Hanson
Publisher - Aspen
Review by Jeremias de Leon
Story
Things come full circle as the origins of what made Daisy the person she is currently. In the issue we see a lot more inner monologue than dialog as Daisy starts to realize and accept who she is. There's also plenty of stealth action, so even though she isn't technically a ninja, one could say you get plenty of ninja action in this issue. Without any spoilers I'll also add that you see she really is about all the things she says in her first issue. She does one thing that really drives that home.
Art
Daisy herself always looks, to speak plainly, darn cool. No matter what she's doing she has style and even at some points looks intimidating. The action in the book looks great too. Blood spurts and punches all look like they're really gruesome and the moves and weapons the characters use look like they're thrown with deadly intentions. If I had to choose one issue I read this year so far to make into a motion comic or an animation, it would be this one.
Verdict
The writing in this issue is pretty solid. What shines especially are Daisy's inner thoughts. When you read the things she thinks to herself during the issue you really get why she says what she says at the end of the issue. You may not think it was right, actually, I'm pretty sure you won't think it was right and that she might need to be locked up. But you can buy that she really believes what she's doing and that it's who she really is.
The art as mentioned is really solid, and the action sequences are cool, again if you like ninjas, or stealth video games, you'll like what's in this issue.
I give Executive Assistant Assassins #15 a 9.5 out of 10.
Writer - Vince Hernandez
Artist - Lori "Cross" Hanson
Publisher - Aspen
Review by Jeremias de Leon
Story
Things come full circle as the origins of what made Daisy the person she is currently. In the issue we see a lot more inner monologue than dialog as Daisy starts to realize and accept who she is. There's also plenty of stealth action, so even though she isn't technically a ninja, one could say you get plenty of ninja action in this issue. Without any spoilers I'll also add that you see she really is about all the things she says in her first issue. She does one thing that really drives that home.
Art
Daisy herself always looks, to speak plainly, darn cool. No matter what she's doing she has style and even at some points looks intimidating. The action in the book looks great too. Blood spurts and punches all look like they're really gruesome and the moves and weapons the characters use look like they're thrown with deadly intentions. If I had to choose one issue I read this year so far to make into a motion comic or an animation, it would be this one.
Verdict
The writing in this issue is pretty solid. What shines especially are Daisy's inner thoughts. When you read the things she thinks to herself during the issue you really get why she says what she says at the end of the issue. You may not think it was right, actually, I'm pretty sure you won't think it was right and that she might need to be locked up. But you can buy that she really believes what she's doing and that it's who she really is.
The art as mentioned is really solid, and the action sequences are cool, again if you like ninjas, or stealth video games, you'll like what's in this issue.
I give Executive Assistant Assassins #15 a 9.5 out of 10.
Thursday, September 12, 2013
1st Impression: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT- IRIS (Vol. 3) # 5
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: IRIS # 5 (Vol. 3)
Written by David Wohl
Art by Alex Lei & Siya Oum
Aspen Comics
FLIPPING THROUGH:
Executive Extinction ends with a few bangs and an increasing body count. We get an EXTREMELY unlikely alliance. Iris reflects after the death of Lily as she meets with her new partner. Meanwhile, the rest of the EAs gather together for a final assault on Mazutsu.
ART:
Alex Lei was much improved this issue. His art was crisp. His lines were nice and clean with great pencils and inks. Lei draws beautiful and deadly women with good angles. Lei also gives great backgrounds and sharp shading throughout the issue. Oum shines will some brilliant coloring this issue. There are some great tones used to show darker areas as opposed to lighter ones. The porportions were great this issue and the sequential art flowed well from panel to panel. A solid job by this art team.
WRITING:
Wohl ties up the events of Executive Extinction and this latest Executive Assistant: Iris fairly well. Iris gets some good development here, dealing the with loss of Lily as well as confrontations with Rose. And while we do see some of the other EAs, Iris does shine. The narrative helps give the issue a great flow. The dialogue felt real and the situations fit the storyline and issue well. My only gripe was that it felt a bit rushed at the end. Not much but I think a couple extra pages would have helped make this issue have a better flow. Still, Wohl closes this chapter in Executive Assistant: Iris’s life well with gripping action and good drama that does not drag.
OVERALL IMPRESSION:
Written by David Wohl
Art by Alex Lei & Siya Oum
Aspen Comics
FLIPPING THROUGH:
Executive Extinction ends with a few bangs and an increasing body count. We get an EXTREMELY unlikely alliance. Iris reflects after the death of Lily as she meets with her new partner. Meanwhile, the rest of the EAs gather together for a final assault on Mazutsu.
ART:
Alex Lei was much improved this issue. His art was crisp. His lines were nice and clean with great pencils and inks. Lei draws beautiful and deadly women with good angles. Lei also gives great backgrounds and sharp shading throughout the issue. Oum shines will some brilliant coloring this issue. There are some great tones used to show darker areas as opposed to lighter ones. The porportions were great this issue and the sequential art flowed well from panel to panel. A solid job by this art team.
WRITING:
Wohl ties up the events of Executive Extinction and this latest Executive Assistant: Iris fairly well. Iris gets some good development here, dealing the with loss of Lily as well as confrontations with Rose. And while we do see some of the other EAs, Iris does shine. The narrative helps give the issue a great flow. The dialogue felt real and the situations fit the storyline and issue well. My only gripe was that it felt a bit rushed at the end. Not much but I think a couple extra pages would have helped make this issue have a better flow. Still, Wohl closes this chapter in Executive Assistant: Iris’s life well with gripping action and good drama that does not drag.
OVERALL IMPRESSION:
The book is fairly solid. Wraps
up everything well. The art was good. Pretty solid issue all around.
RATING:
RATING:
I give Executive Assistant: Iris
# 5 an 8 … out of 10.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
ASPEN COMICS December 2013 Solicitations
ALL NEW SOULFIRE #2JT Krul Story / V. Ken Marion Art / Kyle Ritter - Colors
Let the mayhem begin!
PJ takes center stage in the arena, determined to be crowned king of the underground hi-tech battle royale. It¹s man-made machine vs. man-made machine and more! In the streets of Paris, Malikai and Sonia learn more about the growing movement known as Gabriel¹s Voice, and their strong belief in magic--despite ever seeing any firsthand-something Malikai could change
with the snap of his finger. Also, as Grace and Vanyss enjoy a common bond,other magical people are being hunted down half a world away in San Francisco - but by whom and for what purpose?"
Join veteran Soulfire scribe JT Krul, along with the amazing artistic
talents of V. Ken Marion and Kyle Ritter, as an all-new direction for
Michael Turner's fantasy epic Soulfire begins!
ALL NEW SOULFIRE #2 is in stores December 18th, 2013!
FC 32 pages
$3.99 (3.99 digital)

TRISH OUT OF WATER #3
Vince Hernandez Story / Giuseppe Cafaro Art / Andrea Dotta - Colors
When her life comes crashing down on her‹literally‹Trish discovers she is
more alone than she ever could have anticipated! After the startling
revelation at the conclusion of last issue, Trish must now deal with a
devastating tidal wave that threatens to destroy what little remains in her
life, as well as an even more shocking discovery that she may indeed be the
cause of everything terrible that is happening to her!
Aspen¹s own Vince Hernandez is joined by the artistic talents of Giuseppe
Cafaro and Andrea Dotta to bring to you Aspen¹s newest hit series, TRISH OUT
OF WATER!
TRISH OUT OF WATER #3 is in stores December 4th, 2013!
FC 32 pages
$3.99 (3.99 digital)

ALL NEW EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: IRIS #4
Brian Buccellato Story / Pasquale Qualano Pencils / John Starr - Colors
It¹s an all-new direction for the Executive Assistant that started it all!
With the clocking ticking and a price on her head, Iris must fight her way
through bounty hunters and assassins as she tries to rescue Cherry from
kidnappers. Badly outnumbered and outgunned, Iris gets an assist from an
unlikely source -- a former Executive Assistant who was honor-bound not to
interfere.
Aspen is proud to welcome writer Brian Buccellato and penciler Pasquale
Qualano to the Iris family! Along with colorist John Starr, this incredible
creative team is ready to bring you an ALL NEW EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS
unlike anything you¹ve ever seen before!
ALL NEW EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS #4 is in stores December 11th, 2013!
FC 32 pages
$3.99 (3.99 digital)

OVERTAKEN #4
Frank Mastromauro Story / Marco Lorenzana Art / Wes Hartman - Colors
Prepare yourself to be - OVERTAKEN!
The penultimate issue of Overtaken arrives! Will and Jesse are wounded,
trapped and all alone on a strange new world. Their only goal is to find a
way home, but an army of bloodthirsty aliens has other ideas for them. As
the end draw near, what hope do they have for survival if no hope remains?
Written and created by Frank Mastromauro, featuring artwork by the talented
newcomer Marco Lorenzana, OVERTAKEN is going to take your breath away and
leave you gasping for more!
OVERTAKEN #4 is in stores December 25th, 2013!
FC 32 pages
$3.99 (3.99 digital)


ALL NEW FATHOM #6
David Wohl Story / Alex Konat Art / Beth Sotelo Colors
A new direction in the FATHOM Universe continues!
As Aspen and Chance begin to understand the true implications of Vana's
master plan, they realize that the whole world could be in danger, both
above and below the seas. But, it may already be too late to reverse the
damage! Meanwhile, in Muria, Anya's desperate search for answers regarding
her daughter's disappearance lead her to a very surprising, and tragic,
conclusion!
Writer David Wohl, artist Alex Konat and colorist Beth Sotelo team up once
again to bring you the latest adventures of Michael Turner¹s most beloved
creation!
ALL NEW FATHOM #6 is in stores December 25th, 2013!
FC 32 pages
$3.99 (3.99 digital)



EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #18
Vince Hernandez Writer / Jordan Gunderson Art / Teo Gonzalez - Colors
Assassins reaches the end!
The epic finale to ³Blood Origin² reveals the true sacrifice required by
Daffodil to forge the first Executive Assistant Academy! When the odds of
success turn bleak‹and deadly--she must decide whether her choice to
painstakingly continue on with her enterprise, or risk losing
everything‹including her life! Don¹t miss this pulse-pounding conclusion
that is essential canon in the Executive Assistant Universe!
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #18 is in stores December 2013!
FC 32 pages
$3.99 ($3.99 digital)
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Straight Forward Reviews: Executive Assistant Assassins 14
Daisy is back again this month. Where does her story take her next? Or more importantly should you even be picking this story up again?
Review by Jeremias de Leon
Story
Things are finally kicking into gear as Daisy starts her executive assistant training. All the while this is happening forces are moving in to try and bring her back to her father.
This issue starts putting puzzle pieces together that explain why Daisy is the way she is from what you saw in the first issue of her story arc. Her internal struggle and acceptance of who she is done well.
The dialog highlights that struggle with Daisy. The antagonist of the issue and the headmaster's views on life and honor drive home Daisy's internal struggle. Which I have to bring up, did resolve itself a bit quickly. But it was still effective enough that it isn't jarring.
Art
The art is great in this issue. It's more gritty than previous issues and the action looks fantastic. When things hit or stab it looks like there was an impact or there was some shredding of flesh and it's perfect. The dark color schemes of most pages also add to the tone of the comic and it's fantastically done as well. No complaints here, matter of fact it's nothing but praise for the art.
Verdict
Daisy's transformation into an executive assistant and the gritty action packed art combine into a fantastic issue of EA: Assassins. I give this issue a solid 9 out of 10.
Review by Jeremias de LeonStory
Things are finally kicking into gear as Daisy starts her executive assistant training. All the while this is happening forces are moving in to try and bring her back to her father.
This issue starts putting puzzle pieces together that explain why Daisy is the way she is from what you saw in the first issue of her story arc. Her internal struggle and acceptance of who she is done well.
The dialog highlights that struggle with Daisy. The antagonist of the issue and the headmaster's views on life and honor drive home Daisy's internal struggle. Which I have to bring up, did resolve itself a bit quickly. But it was still effective enough that it isn't jarring.
Art
The art is great in this issue. It's more gritty than previous issues and the action looks fantastic. When things hit or stab it looks like there was an impact or there was some shredding of flesh and it's perfect. The dark color schemes of most pages also add to the tone of the comic and it's fantastically done as well. No complaints here, matter of fact it's nothing but praise for the art.
Verdict
Daisy's transformation into an executive assistant and the gritty action packed art combine into a fantastic issue of EA: Assassins. I give this issue a solid 9 out of 10.
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Preview: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS # 13
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #13
Vince Hernandez Writer / Lori Hanson Art / Teodoro Gonzalez - Colors /
Josh Reed - Lettering
Introducing Executive Assistant Daisy!
Daisy learns what it¹s like to for once live free of the shadows of her
menacing and deadly father, while living with her savior and lover, Shen.
But, the darkness of her past cannot be so easily dismissed, as Franklin's
employees manage to track them down, forcing their exodus from the United
States. And Daisy's new home will prove far more shocking than she
anticipated, as her life reaches a deadly precipice even Shen may not be
able to save her from!
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #13 is in stores July 31st, 2013!
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Straight Forward Reviews : Executive Assistant Assassins 13
We're back in the Daisy story arc in Executive Assistant Assassins. What does her journey entail now?
Review by Jeremias de Leon
The story naturally picks up where the previous issue left off. With Daisy on the run from her father she and her boyrfriend must be careful wherever they go.
In it we see Daisy get fleshed out more and what kind of man her boyfriend that leads her to who she'll become is. The writing is well thought out and the dialog is alright. What really stands out is Daisy's dialog in particular and her inner monolog. It gives a nice insight into her mental state.
Her father however, is shown as just someone with pretty much no redeeming qualities. Besides mentioning not wanting to lose Daisy later on in the comic it seems he doesn't care at all. The story is still engaging though.
Art
The art style works really well in this story and it really stands out in this comic. It has a nice eastern flair to it's details. It's really cool and noticable on the page layout and environments especially and it's really darn cool.
Verdict
Is this issue worth picking up? It definitely is. Though I wasn't as enthralled by the story as last issue it was still compelling enough. Especially when it goes into Daisy's emotion and mental state. The art also has a nice flair that's real interesting. I give this issue of Executive Assistant Assassins a solid 9 out of 10
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