UNCANNY X-MEN #8
Written by Cullen Bunn
Art by Ken Lashley
Colors by Nolan Woodard
Letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna
Continuing the Apocalypse War storyline, Uncanny X-Men picks up with Psylocke locked up in the strange and mysterious land of Colorado, still searching for answers regarding the wingless Warren Worthington, the cult of self-mutilation, and the Clan Akkaba. Although Magneto is nowhere to be seen an old acquaintance does pop up in this issue, but whether it is as friend or foe remains to be seen. Also in this issue, Sabertooth and M continue to investigate the strange happenings beneath New York. Is the corruption of the Morlocks really just a sibling’s cry for help?
Although this issue does have the feel that it is building to something great, it does leave the reader wanting. By splitting the story in two, neither is really given enough attention to really pull you in. Both feel half developed, as if Cullen Bunn knew where to begin and where to end (both endings, by the way, are top notch and will make you eager to grab the next issue) but didn’t have much to say in between. The bright spot in the middle of the issue can be found in the dialogue between Sabertooth and M. While it is clear that these two aren’t exactly close, as such a bond would not be in keeping true to their characterizations, what is made clear is that there is a companionship and mutual admiration between these two that should only continue to grow as the story progresses. Although there are lulls in the middle of the book, the twin reveals at the end of the issue promise more excitement to come and will help any fan overlook any shortcomings in pacing and mood of this issue.
Overall this issue has its flaws but that should not dissuade any longtime reader from picking up this issue. It is a building block in a much larger story, one that promises to pay off in a big. The art by Ken Lashley is bold and brings the action of the issue alive and helps guide the reader through some of the slower moments. How he draws movement is something to truly be admired. Cullen Bunn’s writing is engaging and once the story gets to its meatier bits, it will really shine and be something to relish. Although this issue is slow in parts it moves the story along to where it needs to be. Also, any issue that ends with “THOOM!” definitely deserves your consideration.
Art by Ken Lashley
Colors by Nolan Woodard
Letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna
Continuing the Apocalypse War storyline, Uncanny X-Men picks up with Psylocke locked up in the strange and mysterious land of Colorado, still searching for answers regarding the wingless Warren Worthington, the cult of self-mutilation, and the Clan Akkaba. Although Magneto is nowhere to be seen an old acquaintance does pop up in this issue, but whether it is as friend or foe remains to be seen. Also in this issue, Sabertooth and M continue to investigate the strange happenings beneath New York. Is the corruption of the Morlocks really just a sibling’s cry for help?
Although this issue does have the feel that it is building to something great, it does leave the reader wanting. By splitting the story in two, neither is really given enough attention to really pull you in. Both feel half developed, as if Cullen Bunn knew where to begin and where to end (both endings, by the way, are top notch and will make you eager to grab the next issue) but didn’t have much to say in between. The bright spot in the middle of the issue can be found in the dialogue between Sabertooth and M. While it is clear that these two aren’t exactly close, as such a bond would not be in keeping true to their characterizations, what is made clear is that there is a companionship and mutual admiration between these two that should only continue to grow as the story progresses. Although there are lulls in the middle of the book, the twin reveals at the end of the issue promise more excitement to come and will help any fan overlook any shortcomings in pacing and mood of this issue.
Overall this issue has its flaws but that should not dissuade any longtime reader from picking up this issue. It is a building block in a much larger story, one that promises to pay off in a big. The art by Ken Lashley is bold and brings the action of the issue alive and helps guide the reader through some of the slower moments. How he draws movement is something to truly be admired. Cullen Bunn’s writing is engaging and once the story gets to its meatier bits, it will really shine and be something to relish. Although this issue is slow in parts it moves the story along to where it needs to be. Also, any issue that ends with “THOOM!” definitely deserves your consideration.
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