One-sentence summary: This final crisis "tie-in" seems like it could be an interesting series, and the detailed, almost gritty art really works well for a series about villains.
First off, I need to get my biggest criticism of this series off my chest, simply due to the fact it has no bearing on the quality of the book. I hate DC's habit lately of doing tie-ins that are, in no way, tie-ins. At Marvel, even if the tie-in sucks, it usually has something to do with what it's being tied in to. Not so at DC. You'll have Countdown tie-ins with characters from 52, or with Captain Carrot for Pete's sake, and now you have a final crisis tie-in that I can almost safely assume will have nothing to do w/Final Crisis.
That being said, it could be a good story. The first issue was a good set-up, some neat stuff happens, and the artwork really was pretty neat. However, as it's the first issue, it's tough to judge how the series will be; the main plot of the story hasn't really been reached yet.
All in all, I think this series has definite potential, and I'm digging the art, but don't expect any actual connection with Final Crisis. I mean, why should you -- it's just a tie-in with the words "Final Crisis" in the title. Friggin' DC.
Showing posts with label Final Crisis. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Final Crisis. Show all posts
Friday, July 18, 2008
Monday, July 14, 2008
Final Crisis (#1-2)
One-Sentence-Word Summary: Crazy!
I think that sums it all up. I mean, I like it, but it really is a very intense, jumpy comic. The way the comic's set up is supposed to put you in the mindset of the heroes -- confused, bewildered, a little scared. There's characters gruesomely dropping left and right, and we barely have time to react.
This isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea. That's ok, too. I think it's worth trying out, but some people are simply not going to like this. Does that mean it's bad? No -- if you're doing a comic no one dislikes, it means that it's most comfortable, per-par comic imaginable.
I'm not going to talk about Final Crisis much, mostly because every detail should be experienced in the comic, not ruined by a review. Just dive in -- it's worth it.
I think that sums it all up. I mean, I like it, but it really is a very intense, jumpy comic. The way the comic's set up is supposed to put you in the mindset of the heroes -- confused, bewildered, a little scared. There's characters gruesomely dropping left and right, and we barely have time to react.
This isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea. That's ok, too. I think it's worth trying out, but some people are simply not going to like this. Does that mean it's bad? No -- if you're doing a comic no one dislikes, it means that it's most comfortable, per-par comic imaginable.
I'm not going to talk about Final Crisis much, mostly because every detail should be experienced in the comic, not ruined by a review. Just dive in -- it's worth it.
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