This issue focuses on to primary storylines – the more interesting than you would ever think melancholy history and entertaining, even comical, goings on of “Triplet Girl’” (a name which brings evil temptation to the mind of all males, and perhaps even women) and the whisperings coup against the Legion’s leader, Cosmic Boy, lead by Brainiac. And, let me tell you that the story is amazing. Even when the focus is given entirely to the social life of Triplet Girl, you cannot help but be drawn in. This comic has me stumped. There is no action, and no real mystery; yet here is a perfect book which reads like a novel, rather than a superhero book.
The story by Mark Waid (also appearing in The Darkman’s review of Hunter Killer) and Barry Kitson is a story for the ages. I have to admit that since I don’t know the old series, I cannot say whether or not, like Conan, this book is focusing on a simple retelling of the original series. What I do know is that as far as storyline, dialogue, and baiting setup, this is as good as comics can get. This story will have you hooked, if not from issue one, then from issue two for sure.
The art in this
Despite its throw-back art and heavy focus on the melodrama which is the life of Detective Deena Pilgrim, this story delivers the goods from start to finish. With heretofore well developed characters, and an unmistakable plot/setup (it’s only been done a million times – kind of like our website) Powers proves that it is better than the rest by being raw, full of surprises, and just plain good. NOTE: when I say “raw” I don’t want you Sam and Twitch fans to give up your comic – this is not disgusting, but rather it simply shows the human emotional/physical aspect of investigators in a way that is so believable, you will be wondering if this is an excerpt from the files at your neighborhood precinct.
The most impressive concept behind Legion of Superheroes is that Waid takes the time to introduce and overriding Inter-Galactic conspiracy, while fully, and I mean he leaves out only that which is necessary to keep you wanting more, developing each character in what is by no means a small group.
This is one of the most underrated and impressive books that I have encountered in the last year. I cannot stress the necessity to read this book. For you story fans out there, this will be a series which is not quickly or easily forgotten. For you long-time art fans, this book will satisfy beyond comprehension. The onlt group which will probably be left out of the love for this series is those who love very modern art, i.e. Turner, Silvestry, Lee (any of them, except Stan, etc.). This book will most likely disappoint these fans, who are ignorant in their lack of appreciation for expert writing. Enjoy these books. These is comics at their best.
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