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Considerable work was done to make sure he felt like more than just a filler companion. Avowed’s release is just around the corner and it has already garnered huge attention. For multiple reasons. One ...

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Ana is a devoted story enthusiast and pop culture aficionada with a background in Communication and Media. She has a Master's degree in Media Studies and consistently writes about pop culture and all ...

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Commentary in comics is not a new theme, as anybody who has read Grant Morrison’s Swamp Thing has gotten used to seeing complex themes and commentary woven into the narrative. The truth is, comics do ...

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