Author Archives: Pat Loika

About Pat Loika

Pat Loika is a San Diego based writer and illustrator who has been reading comics for over 25 years, and creating them for the last 6. He likes long walks on the beach, sailing, and heckling San Diego sports teams.

Help raise money for japan by bidding on a Secret Invasion Hardcover

Hey everyone. Pat here, and I need your help! I’m trying to raise some cash to help the relief effort for the victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. To do so, I have decided to part ways with one of … Continue reading

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Marvel Announces the Big Shots initiative

Marvel released a teaser image for their Big Shots initiative today, where they match some of their top-tier talent with some of their second tier characters. The Alan Davis drawn image depicts Moon Knight, whose new series will be written … Continue reading

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Marvel to Drop Prices?

Marvel CCO Joe Quesada once stated that if DC had a good idea, Marvel will copy it and do it better. This was in reference to the 9 cent issue of Fantastic Four, which was a direct response to a … Continue reading

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TV REVIEW – The Walking Dead Episode 2: Guts

Note: This review is for an unedited version of the episode. The first episode of the Walking Dead is a tough act to follow, but this episode of the show aptly titled ‘Guts,’ really picks up the pace. We are … Continue reading

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TV REVIEW: The Walking Dead – Days Gone Bye

When AMC first announced their acquisition of The Walking Dead over a year ago, fandom got excited. Just look at some of AMC’s productions, notably Mad Men and Breaking Bad. With those two, you have high quality shows that push … Continue reading

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Review – Bowen Designs Full-Size Emma Frost: White Queen Statue

When it comes to Marvel statues, the first name that comes to my mind is Bowen Designs. For over a decade now, they have continued to produce some of the best representations of the denizens of the Marvel Universe. I’ve … Continue reading

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