Amer Sawan
1672 articles published since September 01, 2020
About Amer Sawan
Amer Sawan is a reader, writer, and gamer and lover of all things nerdy from Florida. He is a graduate from the University of Florida with a B.A. in English. He has spent the past year writing for CBR. In his free time Amer enjoys playing Dungeons and Dragons with his friends, both as a Dungeon Master and as a player. Follow him on twitter @AmerSawan3 and feel free to comment on article suggestions.
What Lessons Can Spider-Boy Teach Marvel's New Punisher?
The introduction of Spider-Boy might be able to inform the new Punisher what pitfalls to avoid.
Why Batman's No-Kill Rule Does Gotham More Harm Than Good
Batman's Golden Rule defines his character but limits him in many ways. Sometimes, Gotham would be better off if Batman killed his enemies.
Spider-Man's Real Nemesis Was Never Norman Osborn or Doctor Octopus
The landmark Amazing Spider-Man #74 revealed that Norman Osborn and Doctor Octopus have never been the web-slinger's real nemesis.
Spider-Man's Greatest Weakness Has Nothing To Do With His Power
Marvel's Spider-Man has a very human weakness that has nothing at all to do with his powers, but makes him much more relatable as a character.
Knight Terrors Introduced the Next Major Threat to the DC Universe - But Who is He?
Insomnia's defeat in Knight Terrors may have led to a worse threat in Doctor Hate, the DCU's newest mystical threat that's targeting The Titans.
Knight Terrors Has Transformed the Justice League Into DC's X-Men
The aftermath of the Justice League's battle with Insomnia in Knight Terrors has essentially transformed DC's premier superhero team into the X-Men.
Black Panther is Experiencing One of Batman's Best Comic Book Tropes
Black Panther's newest partner is replicating one of Batman's most interesting relationships.
Batman is Dying Beside One of His Worst Enemies - And it Isn't the First Time
Batman and the Penguin are dying together in the villain's new DC comic, but he's not the first villain Batman passed away beside.
The Latest Spider-Man Wedding Highlights a Tragic Comic Trope
The ruined wedding in Amazing Spider-Man #31 highlights how difficult it is for comic characters to get married.
Black Cat Summarizes Spider-Man's Biggest Struggle By Misquoting Uncle Ben
Black Cat's joking attempt to quote Uncle Ben perfectly highlights Spider-Man's best character trait and deepest struggle.
Knight Terrors Has Revealed the Most Human Member of the Superman Family
While the Superman Family both is and isn't extremely human, one of its most powerful members is also one of DC's most vulnerable superheroes.
The Heartbreaking Truth Behind Apocalypse's Four Horsemen
Apocalypse has always had his Four Horseman at his side, but the story behind their origin is as heartbreaking as it is beautiful.
Spider-Boy's Terrifying New Power Raises Serious Questions For the Marvel Universe
Spider-Man's new sidekick Spider-Boy has an ability that might connect him to another classic member of the Spider-Man legacy.
Mother Righteous' Most Powerful Weapon Is Alarmingly Subtle
Armed with ancient magic, patience, and cunning, Mother Righteous can dominate the most powerful X-Men with the simplest trick.
Carnage Recently Launched The Same Scheme In Two Different Timelines
In more than one Marvel Comics timeline, Carnage seems to be a fan of taking control of people's minds based on some recent events.
The X-Men Need Sorcerers if They Want to Survive Fall of X
With Fall of X fast approaching, the X-Men need a different kind of power to stand a chance of surviving.
Every Sinister Clone Has the Same Flaw, Except for One
Mister Sinister's clones believe they're the original, to their detriment. Only one has embraced the truth, giving them an edge in the X-Men comics.
The Green Goblin's Grandson Made An Important Discovery About Symbiotes
Normie Osborn's adventures point out how the potential of a symbiote depends on its owner.
[Spoiler] Is the Clone of a Major X-Men Villain's Wife
Mother Righteous' connection to Mister Sinister in the X-Men comics is far more intimate than anyone ever suspected.
A Classic X-Man Still Has Hope for Beast - But He's Wrong
Beast's recent turn to villainy is a problem that will plague the Marvel Universe for years to come, but an X-Men hero still believes in him.