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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12h

Hey, I just want to say, I’m really glad we’re all in agreement that The Bones of What you Believe is the greatest album of all time, even if Screen Violence is growing on us. Good talk everyone.

The cover of The Bones of What you Believe by Chvrches

The cover of Screen Violence also ht Chvrches

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12h

Marvel Brick is such a great idea. I’m so excited to be able to (hopefully and eventually) get my father 6 bricks that collect the Claremont run he gave me.

Marvel brick editions of Superior Spiderman, Uncanny X-Force, Unbeatable Squirrel Girl and Uncanny X-Men

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 16/10/2026

Jed MacKay, Alessandro Cappuccio, Dominico Carbone, Dev Pramanik and Rachelle Rosenberg’s Moon Knight is some of the best stuff we’ve ever read on the show, absolutely one of the best cape comics of the decade. Also Marc Spector Moon Knight (vol 4) is part of our best of the year list. #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

In honor of the 2 1/2 hour Moon Knight episode tomorrow: we’re making pan fried Potstickers which is what Jed said was his go to “haven’t thought about dinner” meal.

The cover for our ep on Moon Knight 2021, Vengeance of the Moon Knight, and Moon Knight Fist of Khonshu

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Midnight Fantastic Four should surprise no one was Allison’s favorite (she’s still ride or die for @benjaminpercy.bsky.social ) but it’s the most propulsive of the three. Longtime fansof the FF might struggle, but lean into the curve of this delightful madman (Reed or Percy? Who knows) #comicsky

Reed Richards writes a formula in his blood

Reed imagines a squid tendril pushing its way out of him.

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Midnight Spider-Man fixes my biggest issue with the Peter Parker character and book, the objectivist/libertarian heart at its center. “Are you a victim? Or are you the other thing?” God what great artwork and what an exciting update. #comicsky

Peter is wrapped in a web and screams for Ben

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Best and last, Dinner Date from @ignitionpress.bsky.social by @joannestarer.bsky.social and @kharyrandolph.bsky.social is sexy, moody and has the most exciting premise (of all six books, not just the three indie titles) told out of time and all about how the apps (from Tinder to Uber) are exhausting

Don’t ask questions about the body, he definitely deserved it

TFW your roommate is an obnoxious podcaster but unfortunately right about your dating history

Don’t say the N words, maybe stop listening to Kanye.

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Second, Sabrina the Teenage Witch is wholesome and adorable. The Kano artwork is charming, our heroine is adorable. An easy recommendation to ANY reader.

Sabrina is a witch for Halloween, kind of a cop out, tbh

The families guide to caring for witches

The witches guide to caring for familiars

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

First: @ahoycomicmags.bsky.social Toxic Avenger vs Noxious Offender a grimy book with a mean spirit and a sad heart about what it might mean to bring a child into our hell world. also features a nega-version of our hero with a backwards baseball hat + goatee. Not for everyone, but certainly for me.

Toxie tells the abortion doctor to call him.

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

This Moon Knight run is so excellent + special to me, I want to highlight something. Early last year the cover below was solicited I felt -BETRAYAL- over 8-Ball maybe turning on Marc Spector. I can not believe I care about 8-Ball, but here we are. Listen to the interview, yes, but READ THIS RUN!

The cover of Moon Knight Fist of Khonshu 8-Ball stabs Marc with a pool cue. by Jed MacKay and Dominico Carbone

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Hey, did somebody post about our Zatanna episode somewhere? Today it’s been getting a ton of downloads. Like, notably more. If that’s you, thank you! And to everyone else, read Zatanna by Jamal Campbell! It’s really great! #comicsky

Our episode on Zatanna by Jamal Campbell

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I’ve loved all of the DC Next Level titles, but Zatanna was the character I was least familiar. This run feels so instantly classic. Jamal Campbell’s art and words and paneling create the effect of stumbling upon a legendary and time-worn story full of stunning art and imagination. #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I’ll go first the comic I’m most looking forward to is The Amazing Venom by @jordanmorris.bsky.social and Luke Ross #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I’m always excited when my girl Aurora shows up!

Aroura in her Krakoan redesign on X-Factor

A pretty infamous image of Aroura from Weapon X, she is walking Wildchild like a dog

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Here’s one of my favorite Josh Cassara covers.

Fantastic four 26 Reed and Johnny accidentally opened a blood portal

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I worked so hard on this goober and forgot to add it to the post. Keep sending best of 2026 comics you think I should read before December!!!

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

If you haven’t listened to our episode on Lobo you really should, but more than that you should check out Lobo! It’s one of Allison’s favorite books of the year and it’s a really good time if you’re in the market for a rough and tumble book that never winks about how hilarious it is. #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Aquaman’s uvula is without question the most we’ve ever laughed about a single image on the show. Lobo is not for everyone, but it’s among the most focused, imaginative, mean spirited (compliment) comics around #comicsky

Lobo goes to fight Aquaman who laughs at him, we then see his uvula which is ALSO laughing at Lobo

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

DaNi is a genius. @matthollingsworth.com ‘s colors are incredible. Batwoman is stunningly beautiful. The script by @gregrucka.com is sad and dark and weird in all the best ways. “how do we fight the Devil when the devil is real?” “With everything” really helped me in a pretty bad month. #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Hey just a heads up, on tomorrow’s Batwoman episode, I talk A LOT about the mental health crisis I was having last month. I’m doing better. It’s still a fun episode I think. Also Batwoman is really great.

The cover to tomorrows episode of Absolute Mojoverse on Batwoman by Greg Rucka and DaNi

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The Felicia Hardy is a mutant thing is a.) pretty savvy from a pure engagement standpoint as it will (and is) getting folks in a tizzy. GWW’s black cat is still one of the best books at marvel. I’m sure this X-Men crossover will be fun. please don’t let yourself get worked by a Marvel solicit.

The cover of Black Cat 17 featuring The X-Men

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

If you love Jeff the Landshark, this is really the book for you. Also, it’s very clear this series walks so the Alyssa Wong/Martin Coccolo Deadpool series could run. Proof positive Wade can lead a romantic comedy book! #deadpoolnation

Jeff insists he’s going on the adventure

Our episode on King Deadpool by Kelly Thompson and Chris Bachalo

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This includes probably the best page in comics this year. Deathstroke The Terminator is truly excellent.

Rose asks her father if he even loves her. Slade says “I would kill every person on earth for you. Rose says “that’s not what I asked”

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

2026 is the year of Tabitha! She has it all! The approval of her dad Cable, two hot older guys fighting over her, a kick ass new outfit and now? My girl is leading X-Force! So glad that @hackintimseeley.bsky.social is not done with X-Force yet.

Fugitive X-Force out in December by Tim Seeley and Áthila Fabbio

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

The last three comics I’ve read ALL start with our hero becoming a landlord! At first I was like, yuck, but then I realized it’s because that’s not a real job, so obvi they have time for a Harley Quinn/Captain America adventure. #comicsky

Harley Quinn by Amanda Conner Jimmy Palmotti and Chad Hardin

Captain America by J. Michael Strazynski

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

As it has been for a little while, the harder edged action books of the X-Men line are all kicking ass and taking names with moments like: two long convos with Evil Beast, a hug that saves the day, an uncomfortable plane ride, and a somber quiet night in a hot air balloon.

Cyclops is tired of 3k

We’re GOING TO PHILADELPHIA
AND WE'RE GOING TO END 3k

Wolverine has his healing factor back and gosh was this a sweet arc.

Akihiro and Warren don’t HAVE to sit that close.

Deadpool laments how stupid and noisy his life is.

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Thank you again to @annapeppard.bsky.social and @adamreck.bsky.social our incredible charming guests who do a good job dealing with some sub-par (and four pretty ok) comics and getting crunchy and thoughtful about the state of event books. #xspoilers

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

We got to sit down with You’ll Never Leave this Place Alive, by @hivemindactual.bsky.social & Heather Vaughn and it’s seriously one of the best horror books of the year, in a year where it’s tough competition, the Hivemind like you’ve never seen them before. Vaughan’s art is beyond stellar #comicsky

The title page of Youll never leave this place alive

The beginning of the (end) ascension ritual

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I’ll go first! I’m most excited for Next Level One Shot by Gerry Duggan and Fernando Blanco and Tomb of Apocalypse by Ashley Allen and Dominico Carbone! What are you looking to pick up? #newcomicbookday #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

I cry three times AND sing a song about Local Man in this one. It’s a very special book to me. #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

If you’re really excited for all the Marvel Midnight covers might I suggest Feral by @tonyfleecs.bsky.social @trishforstner.bsky.social Tone Rodriguez and Brand Simpson. Issue 26 is the start of a new arc/jumping on point! Add some of these sweet horror covers to your pull list! #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I cry reading comics a lot, but Local Man (a book written and drawn by two of my very favorites currently working) really hit me harder than I’d expected this go around. #comicsky

It’s not illegal to sleep with someone’s wife

Niagara Falls! Pepper flys across the early image titles that inspired Local Man

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Like, thank GOD Marvel didn’t cancel their best book with no fanfare like they did their third best book Inglorious X-Force

Wolverine 29 by Saladin Ahmed and Julius Ohta

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Ill go first! Today I’m most excited for Nightwing 141 by @danpgwatters.bsky.social and @denyscowan.bsky.social ! One of the best books at DC and the conclusion to an incredible arc! Also of note: Inglorious X-Force, Wonder Woman, and Everyone loves a jewel thief! What are you excited for? #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Getting into DC comics is finding out I’m a BIG Harley Quinn fan.

Harley Quinn by Tini Howard and Sweeney Boo

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I just don’t think there is a way to read these arcs where Diana is not in love with Barbara. They’re very cute and it’s all very tragic and @cleanlined.bsky.social @dillonsnook.bsky.social and @kellythompson.bsky.social find new ways to make one of the best books even more beautiful. #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

I’ll go first! I’m obviously hyped for Power Rangers Unlimited by @joeyesposito.bsky.social @kennyporter.bsky.social and Federico Sorressa Wolverine by Saladin Ahmed and @martincoccolo.bsky.social And Miles Morales Spiderman by Bryan Edward Hill and Nico Leon! What are you excited for? #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I’m going to do my very best to be normal about Psycho White in tomorrow’s Power Rangers Unlimited, but no promises.

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

It’s my last day of summer so I read a book on my to be read pile Total Suplex of the Heart by @joannestarer.bsky.social and @ornitoplatypus.bsky.social what a godamned delightful, sad, funny, sexy book. About fooling around, being young, getting hurt, bulimia and prowrestling. Go read it! #comicsky

The cover of Total Suplex of the Heart by Joanne Starer and Ornella Greco

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

These Absolute Superman pages are going to stick in my craw forever. @rafasandoval.bsky.social and @juanferreyra.bsky.social really know how to make a moment feel human and still mythic. #comicsky

Superman holds the tattered nearly complete costume that Martha Kent made him and sobs. The note reads FROM Martha and Johnathan
FOR OUR ANGEL
OUR LOST
CLARK KENT

Superman tells the story of a dying child he shows the mountains before he dies. He screams so loud that says kites drop from orbit. He calmly reads to Ra’s

Sol asks Kal if he’s ok. Remembering Braniac’s torture he says no before flying majestically into the sky

Kal makes a crystiline shell that looks like the fortress of solitude.

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I’ll go first! I’m excited for Marc Spector Moon Knight by MacKay and @thewarblazer.bsky.social Event Horizon Inferno by @cjward.bsky.social and @robcareyart.bsky.social Power Rangers Green by @paulallor.bsky.social and @gustaffovargas.bsky.social & Chachu by Vellani and Ignazzi #comicsky

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It’s our Mojoversary and our 25th (!) new comics episode! There are literally hours of us talking about this era of X-Men! Thank you to everyone who listens or shares us around. We couldn’t have done it without you. Here’s to a great year 3!

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The birth of me shipping Tag and Kid Omega. Kid Omega has leveled out a lot and Tag has some of the coolest weird powers ever. I think they’d be cute!

New X-Men 16. The stepford cuckoos tell Quentin nobody likes him and tag responds “I like you!”

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Vampire Bat 🦇 Parent (They/Them) @mattparent.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Trying to map the four humors on to the X-Men and saying some dumb shit like, Jean is such a Michelangelo

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