iFanboy - Comic Books Pick of the Week #1007 – Nova: Centurion #2
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Dec 14, 2025 In this week’s discussion, Conor and Josh dive into Nova: Centurion #2, praising its engaging tone and art. They explore Nova's transformation from a cosmic hero to a seasoned veteran, highlighting its rich backstory. The duo critiques Absolute Batman #15 and discusses the innovative narrative in The Amazing Spider-Man #981. They also share anecdotes, celebrate 20 years of podcasting, and unveil noteworthy statistics from the past year. Plus, they praise Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #13 for its striking artwork and creative storytelling.
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Grizzled Evolution Makes Nova Work
- Nova works because it treats a cosmic hero as a grizzled, evolving character rather than a static archetype.
- Conor Kilpatrick values the ragtag crew, history, and stakes that let Nova feel fresh and earned.
The 'Eep' College Moment
- Josh recounts a college classroom moment where he defused a tense teacher exchange by admitting, "Connor said Eep."
- The brief exchange became a memorable in-joke and helped both get A's in the class.
Monstrous Villain Trend Risks Repetition
- Absolute Batman leans into monstrous redesigns for villains, which can feel thematically repetitive.
- Conor Kilpatrick and Josh Flanagan note novelty suffers when similar 'villain-as-monster' treatments repeat across issues.
