Inhuman #2
Life can be hard enough on its own, but thanks to the Terrigen Mists, the added possibility of revealing yourself as an Inhuman (who probably have it a little rougher than you) isn’t going to make anyone’s life any easier. But the Inhumans have a strong ally in a certain Avenger.
Writer: Charles Soule
Artists: Joe Madureira & Marte Gracia
Cover: Madureira & Gracia
Publisher: Marvel
So far what Soule and Madureira have given us is a very hearty and substantial series. It is dialogue heavy and rich in solid art, great for it’s value and certainly a read that is well beyond your regular read that’s over in 5 minutes. Each page is one worth savouring, to take in what each character is truly saying and to soak in the bold and detailed art.
That being said, because it’s a bit of a heavier issue, it may not be for everyone. Fans of Hickman and the like will likely enjoy it. For as much that seems to be happening, it also feels like a bit of a slower moving plot. Some will enjoy the slow burn, appreciating the story for what it is, others may have a better benefit from waiting for it in a trade. Nonetheless it is a story worth telling. While we can’t relate completely to the characters, their struggles feel just as real and as human as ever.
Medusa’s pride makes her reluctant from any help, but special guest star Captain America eventually convinces her that they’re not the bad guys here. While Captain America has good intentions he can’t completely grasp what the queen of the Inhumans is going through, and how much she has truly lost, best illustrated as Captain America is readying for retreat and Medusa shows just how substantial her powers are when fighting to protect her cause, giving readers and the rest of the Marvel Universe an understanding of the gravity of the Inhuman situation.
To parallel this, we’re also watching newly Terrigen’d Inhuman Dante as he learns more about what he’s becoming, which gives us the full scope of what Soule is about to offer us in Inhuman but we also get the sense that Dante is going to be a powerful player eventually so it’s going to be interesting to see how that plays out. From one who has complete control of her gifts to another who has no control over his whatsoever; it’s satisfying to know that we’re covering all our bases here.
The encompassing nature doesn’t come just from the script though, Madureira brings life to each page, the action and movement from each panel so very clear in intent, not to mention just the sheer aesthetic of it. Characters look stunningly gorgeous (complimented by Gracia’s bold colouring), and their environment so well detailed it’s almost easy to forget that you’re simply just reading a comic.
Inhuman is a visual and bookish journey, perfect for readers who are looking to get a little more read from their usual superhero comic.
Writer: Charles Soule
Artists: Joe Madureira & Marte Gracia
Cover: Madureira & Gracia
Publisher: Marvel
So far what Soule and Madureira have given us is a very hearty and substantial series. It is dialogue heavy and rich in solid art, great for it’s value and certainly a read that is well beyond your regular read that’s over in 5 minutes. Each page is one worth savouring, to take in what each character is truly saying and to soak in the bold and detailed art.
That being said, because it’s a bit of a heavier issue, it may not be for everyone. Fans of Hickman and the like will likely enjoy it. For as much that seems to be happening, it also feels like a bit of a slower moving plot. Some will enjoy the slow burn, appreciating the story for what it is, others may have a better benefit from waiting for it in a trade. Nonetheless it is a story worth telling. While we can’t relate completely to the characters, their struggles feel just as real and as human as ever.
Medusa’s pride makes her reluctant from any help, but special guest star Captain America eventually convinces her that they’re not the bad guys here. While Captain America has good intentions he can’t completely grasp what the queen of the Inhumans is going through, and how much she has truly lost, best illustrated as Captain America is readying for retreat and Medusa shows just how substantial her powers are when fighting to protect her cause, giving readers and the rest of the Marvel Universe an understanding of the gravity of the Inhuman situation.
To parallel this, we’re also watching newly Terrigen’d Inhuman Dante as he learns more about what he’s becoming, which gives us the full scope of what Soule is about to offer us in Inhuman but we also get the sense that Dante is going to be a powerful player eventually so it’s going to be interesting to see how that plays out. From one who has complete control of her gifts to another who has no control over his whatsoever; it’s satisfying to know that we’re covering all our bases here.
The encompassing nature doesn’t come just from the script though, Madureira brings life to each page, the action and movement from each panel so very clear in intent, not to mention just the sheer aesthetic of it. Characters look stunningly gorgeous (complimented by Gracia’s bold colouring), and their environment so well detailed it’s almost easy to forget that you’re simply just reading a comic.
Inhuman is a visual and bookish journey, perfect for readers who are looking to get a little more read from their usual superhero comic.
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