Breach #1 "Savior or Destroyer?"

By: Peblee

 

The personal creation of Bob Harras (writer/contributing editor to numerous titles) and Marcos Martin (BatGirl:Year One) Breach is an original story which follows the standard becoming-a-hero lines. After surviving an accident of Cold War proportions, and sleeping quietly for about 20 years, Rip Van Breach (Major Tim Zanetti) wakes up with fear, anger, and confusion, instead of a really great beard. The book begins in 2005, but flashes back to the makings of this character. As the story title "Savior or Destroyer?" properly puts it, we don't know yet if Breach will use his powers to beat up bad guys, or put some nuclear fisticuffs down on Bruce and Clark. One thing is for sure, the tiny glimpse that we get of his capabilities lets you know that he will have to be a major player. Think Green Lantern mixed with Captain America (a demotion from Major, but promotion in popularity) throw in a dash of Powder, and you have yourself a delicious piping-hot Breach.

The art in this book is simple, in a nostalgic sort of way. Martin's (pencils) can really amaze with his classic style which is a rarity among the cell-shaded, cartoonish books of today. Lopez (inker) is amazing, and considering the simple pencils in this book, should be given a ride on the shoulders of the rest of the crew. The origin of Breach was believable and pertinent, and the story solidified personal relationships, displayed rounded personalities, and slapped me right in the face with one of the meanest, coldest double, no, tripple-crosses that I have ever read. One thing is for sure, Harras knows about pain.
One complaint is that two or three pages toward the end of the book seem rushed. Some of the frames seem flat or static. Don't rush 'em Dido! This book will no doubt get noticed for its story content and the enormity of its character. However I do think that if DC wants to harness this guy, they need to send a bit more money down Harras/Martin Lane.

So what lies in store for Major Breach? Hopefully a dump-truck full of revenge, and then maybe a stint with the JLA; or perhaps a Masters degree, and then the JLA: (a masters degree in revenge.) No matter what happens, DC has a new big-shot, so how about a hearty welcome to Breachy (careful not to shake hands,) and a big "Good on ya!" to Harras, Martin, and Lopez. Keep it up.

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