The new Gods #7 starts where issue #6 is interrupted. The last survivors of the New Genesis are rushing towards the Earth, doing their best to ease the landings by the Justice League. Although it is one of the simplest questions in the series so far, author Ram V is still tackling important issues such as refugee resettlement and the importance of family. Artist Evan Cuggle continues his impressive interior work alongside guest Artis Travis Moore, who offers a three-page prologue.
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story
Once new Genesians arrive on Earth, the irregular operating stations are not too late. Even the Justice League, which takes the helm to Superman and handles the situation, the government organisation is determined to take matters into their own hands and start a sort of registration or relocation process. The rules are ultimately rules, and they have jurisdiction over the extra-residential bioregistration. The following standoffs are something you can see every day around the world. Desperate people, a fleeing war, or other tragic circumstances simply try to find a better life for themselves and their children. And these people are opposed to a bureaucracy that places more emphasis on filling out the right paperwork than doing the right thing. Given the immeasurable forces on both sides, the situation becomes even more unstable. In the end, John Stewart breaks the deadlock with a simple statement saying, “Refugees are welcome.” He builds a shelter for the new Genesians, greatly in the frustration of Hal Jordan and Deo.
Author Ram 5 weaves these real-world themes into two big superhero comics without sermoning or politicizing. It’s not their power to make superheroes, it’s about doing it regardless of the challenges you face. V also emphasizes the importance of family. Orion, Barda and Miracle stop their fight as soon as they realize that people have arrived on Earth and need help. They put aside their immediate conflict to focus on more important issues. Finally, v includes the themes of responsibility and humility. Kamal, a powerful new god born on earth, apologizes for hurting Orion and asks if he is okay. For reasons unknown to the child, this little gesture to Orion makes much more sense than he noticed, as he mourns the loss of Lightley, his closest friend and best companion.
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art
Travis Moore does a good job with his short, three-page prologue. We get a lovely full-page splash of floating on Earth, floating in space, and several pages of cyborg, awakening to the command center where the gorgeous Miss Martian awaits him, and running with Beast Boy, Animal Man and an unknown couple’s challenger. The confused look on everyone’s faces as cyborgs says they have nothing to say except “They are here!” It is well executed and perfectly suits the situation. It’s great to see that there are many superheroes living there and highlight the “unlimited” nature of the team at this point.
Evan Kagle continues to be a breath of fresh air in the interior. His cross-hatching style is unique and invisible. It works especially well with smoke and smoke, as well as close-ups of Metron’s face. As she greets Valda and Olivia, there are several beautifully rendered faces, such as Orion and Wonder Woman, highlighting the notion that family and all life are sacred. In the harsh juxtaposition, he portrays the faces of Desard and Orion’s Apokoliptian, so Grotesque looks barely human. Francesco Segala seamlessly colours both artists, providing consistent tone throughout the book. His choices for various sources of light are in contrast to a largely dark background, from the structure of a green lantern to a fiery, burning spaceship to a spaceship that burns the Earth’s atmosphere and magical runes. Segara also knows when to scale things, keeping the background of some panels completely white, really bringing Cagle’s character design to the foreground.
Final thoughts
New Gods #7 balances spectacle and material. Ram V continues to tell deep human stories using the grandeur of cosmic mythology. This time, we resemble the New Genesis Diaspora with real-world bounty and beliefs. Evan Kagle’s unique line work, combined with Francesco Segara’s atmospheric colour, gives the problem a visual identity that feels emotionally grounded with another world. Whether through John Stewart’s quiet rebellion or the vulnerable vulnerability of a new God in a child, this chapter reminds us that strength is not about domination, but about empathy, unity, and the choices the world makes when it sees. As the series moves forward, it is clear that new gods not only redefine myths, but they are becoming more important.
“New Gods” #7 welcomes refugees
New Gods #7
The balance of spectacle and material. Ram V continues to tell deep human stories using the grandeur of cosmic mythology. Evan Kagle’s unique line work, combined with Francesco Segara’s atmospheric colour, gives the problem a visual identity that feels emotionally grounded with another world.
We are tackling heavy problems without becoming too heavy.
It draws out clear and influential similarities to actual struggles, giving extra weight and relevance to the superhero story.
The unique style of Evan Cagle and the colors of Francesco Segala combine this book beautifully.
Travis Moore’s guest works are solid and provide a well-story.
It is slightly less ambitious than the previous issues.
Deo’s conflict is played in a predictable way.
