As always true believers are welcome to another Wednesday’s installment of The Beat’s Marvel Rundown! It’s time to say thank you for another wonderful batch of comic criticism. This week, the Avengers embrace the endless summer on the California coast at the home of Gerry Duggan and Danny Kim west coast avengers #1! But that’s not all, stick around after the main review (no spoilers!) of Quick Summary, including a check-in The Incredible Hulk #19, iron man #2and Uncanny X-Men #6!
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West Coast Avengers #1
writer: Gerry Dugan
artist: Danny King
Colorist: Arthur Hursley
Writer: Joe Caramagna, VC
Cover artist: Ben Harvey
on the court west coast avengers It’s perfect. Take a high-profile Avengers team, put them on a team with a bunch of second- and third-tier players who can’t fill supporting roles in the flagship Avengers, and go crazy. Many unforgettable and bizarre stories happened west coast avengers Over the years, Scarlet Witch has been remembered for everything from her imaginary twins to her unstable mental state, and few writers today are better suited to portray those offbeat weirdos than WCA. Gerry Dugan, He has proven himself adept at balancing humor, pathos and action.
The basis for this new measure is iron man (Only loosely and unconvincingly tied to the current status of Spencer Ackerman and Julius Horta’s new series) spider womanIron Man’s Trusted Friend war machinemutant outcast Mars. The team is made up of ex-villains blue lightning and Ultron (Obviously, this wasn’t going to be a mistake that cost them dearly in the first 6 issues). The goal is to provide the villains with a chance for redemption and mentorship while keeping the West Coast safe. Iron Man’s mission has a proactive character in this regard, which makes sense for futurist and problem-solver Tony Stark.
The story here is a direct extension of Dugan’s work iron man and X-Men Tony’s new open mind about reforming bad guys is due to his experiences and actions there. Firestar arrives, immersed in the identity of a double agent and viewed as a traitor to his own kind. There’s some humor in her introduction, but it’s clear that this is one of the darkest places she’s ever been in emotionally. That’s the fun of Duggan comics. Rather than undermining the drama or story with humor, he finds moments of levity in the fragility and brokenness of humanity.
But it’s a clunky first issue, preceded by a lot of narration explaining the concept of the book. Dugan tries to transcend all exposition by simultaneously thrusting us into a superhero action scene with the entire team, but this comes at a real cost. show We why it exists. There’s no explanation of who Blue Bat is, or why Ultron is fine now. It would be nice to get more insight into the Iron Man’s decision to build a team around Ultron’s overhaul, especially given his current cash flow and technical issues.
Fortunately, the artist Danny KingThe style is expressive, dynamic, exciting, and offers plenty of room to relax so you can forget about those questions of who and why and enjoy Iron Man knocking out some punks and riding off on his electric scooter . He does a great job building up and laying out the pages, focusing the characters on big scenes. The page consists of just 4 panels: a medium shot, followed by a close-up image of a cancer patient sharing her experience, dominates the page, and then a short clip of Tony Stark’s reaction is inserted, with the right The Spider-Woman panel overlap that leaves the room in the lower corner disappearing from the page. There’s an intimacy to the focus on her face, and the empty space surrounding the woman’s heartfelt emotions forces us to sit with her emotions before we shuffle uneasily alongside the impassive Spider-Man. The layout—formally rigid rectangular boxes arranged in an unorthodox way—gives the book a familiar but loose feel that fits somewhere in the middle between big superhero drama and quirky characters. It really showcases the dysfunction of this sloppy team, and King’s art has excellent comedic timing. Arthur Hursley’s The color is cast in a warm orange light, reminiscent of endless summer days in Los Angeles. The sun-bleached orange color makes it unmistakably New York City. Marvel stands firm Joe Caramagna The lettering is clear and easy to read, with bold, fun SFX that are very retro and bring fun to the issue.
The most interesting part of West Coast Avengers is the final pages, when the final team members and main villain enter the scene. This bodes well for the larger story, although it makes the first issue feel a bit superficial. But there’s hope here, especially for Iron Man fans who might be looking for something to satisfy Robert Downey Jr.’s barrage of quips.
in conclusion: It’s a good start, but low in calories and doesn’t tell the full story. give it a Browse.
Destroyed quickly!
- The Incredible Hulk #19
- Currently running on The Incredible Hulk go through Philip Kennedy Johnson, Nick Kleinand Danny Earls Still one of the best books Marvel releases every month. The story concocted by Kennedy Johnson remains compelling as the Hulk battles increasingly monstrous monsters and Banner and the Hulk battle for control. He never lets Banner or Hulk show any real sympathy, leaving the reader unsure which one should be out and about. Meanwhile, Kline and Earls swapped artistic duties (although on this issue they collaborated) and always delivered a stellar performance Matthew Wilson Provides coloring magic. As the series progresses, these two artists are born to deliver increasingly gruesome visual effects, especially transformations. Issue 19 brings a turning point for the cycle, closing the chapter on the Hulk’s terrifying trip to Las Vegas. The Hulk’s new companion, Charlie Tidwell, has just reclaimed her body (after being transformed into a porcelain doll) when she is chased by a werewolf. In order to save Charlie, Banner betrayed the Hulk to the villain “The Boss” in the operation. There are some truly horrific images, and Charlie certainly doesn’t stay the same. engraver Corey Pettit In this issue we’ll be showcasing sound effects, especially during action sequences. In one shot where Hulk and Banner have to get back into action, Pettit does some interesting things with typography. Since this is an anniversary issue, there are a few backup stories featuring a variety of different Hulk characters, but it’s really the appeal here that’s the most intriguing. The character’s ongoing transformation into horror begins with Immortal Hulk Continuously provide creators with new and interesting places to explore.
- Iron Man #2
- If you’ve ever wondered what concussion protocol or injured reserve looks like for superheroes, writers Spencer Ackerman and artist Julius Ohta Give us a front-row seat as beleaguered Tony Stark has to fight the war without advanced armor. Plus, after his entire arsenal becomes infected with a mysterious computer virus, Tony is once again on the verge of losing his company as he must contend with the combined forces of AIM and Roxxon in a corporate takeover that extends beyond the boardroom. We’ve seen Tony lose his company and have to start from scratch numerous times, heck, his last series was about him rebuilding his life and armor after Ochis took control of his technology, so this Stark-Roxon War This is somewhat familiar territory with a twist. Retro versions or era-specific Iron Man armors are not new, new armors are part of the legacy, so when you think of Iron Man art you most likely think of something sleek and futuristic, but in this run, Ohta’s Finding Tony isn’t a favorite, but the overall art is a funky take on Iron Man’s technology, with a steampunk vibe and a huge, unusual primary weapon. I love Ackerman’s use of history, acknowledging recent events like Tony’s marriage to Emma Frost, or the amazing Easter eggs that pay homage to iconic characters Devil in a bottle storyline. The story so far is engaging enough to keep me interested in coming back. –GC3
- Uncanny X-Men #6
- I’m curious where the author is given the heated brawl last issue and the upcoming Greymalkin crossover raid Gail Simone Plans to film the series this week Uncanny X-Men #6. In this issue, Simone begins to lay the groundwork for the upcoming raid, and in addition to taking back the X-Mansion, the team is also attacked by Dr. Ellis’ forces at the local high school and grocery store. I think the best way to approach this issue is to make the Outliers Go to School episode the focus of the issue. There’s nothing crueler than schoolchildren, and in a world where there’s so much mainstream anti-mutant sentiment, a school setting is a quick, relatable way to sell that sentiment to your audience. The character moments between the outsiders were okay, and I found myself cheering for them as they stood up to the worst bigots in the school. The problem I found in the writing was the pacing of the story. This issue explores several important subplots, but I don’t think they are explored effectively. The Wolverine PTSD plotline is worth exploring with Wolverine, but it feels a bit stilted in the reveal, with Rogue simply declaring “Wolverine you have PTSD!” Young Jean Grey ) cleverly reveals that Iceman is gay. The revelation that Dr. Ellis has recruited more mutants to join her commando team has no basis other than to mock the Sirens being forced to play some role for the fascists. Side note: The Blob and Wildchild(!?) have a weird lineup. Javier Gallen The whole issue is very well done artistically. The action sequences are well paced and energetic. The characters are strong throughout the issue, with Gambit stealing the show right from the start, and the art capturing the vulnerability of characters like Rogue or Wolverine. The character model differs in height from our Wolverine as it is the same width as it is tall. I like the design, but it’s still surprising to see such a short king. Uncanny X-Men #6 is another solid entry into the series, but it does feel like things were rushed in order to provide everything for the upcoming raid on Greymalkin. Sometimes, that’s the nature of corporate caricature. Oh well. Still, I like this question. -JJ
That’s all for this week, Marvel fans! Stay tuned to Infinity next week as we take a look at new products Unlimited watches. Happy Thanksgiving Day!
