As if it’s not enough to have a near-death experience and become an eternal new embodiment, Ororo Munro finds himself in the big decision to make #6 in the storm. That decision? He gives the former X-Men leader Charles Xavier a shelter. Xavier recently fled prison to save his daughter Xandra, but he is dealing with a tumor affecting his telepathic capabilities. Will Arashi be forced to face off against her fellow mutants?
Unlike last week’s issue, it was billed as a bond to “One World of Doom Under Doom,” but technically took place before one world event under Doom #1. Storm #6 is part of the “X-Manhunt” crossover taking place beyond the current line of X-Men books. But it was possible to stand on its own. I would recommend picking up the creepy X-Men #11 and NYX #9 to see the beginning of the story, but those who only read Storm won’t miss the beat.
Murewa Ayodele deserves praise for how it handles all these plot threads. Ororo’s ascension to divinity, Xavier’s light-like, and conflict with the Cyclops team all flow into each other, leading to a big battle and another massive showcase of Ororo’s new powers, a massive showcase on par with adoration and the horrifying part. Also credit is Ayodele for reviving Maggot, one of the lesser known X-Men. Listen to how the Krakoa era utilizes all the mutants. I hope that is a trend that continues from the Ash age.
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Storm #6 also features new artist Luciano Vecchio. From the first page where Ororo summons a massive lightning to the battle she pits her elemental power against the optical explosion of the Cyclops, Vecchio packs each panel full of some truly weave-inspiring images. The main reason Vecchio’s artwork pops is due to the coloured works of Alex Guimares and Rachel Rosenberg. The entire panel is filled with bluish white lightning bolts or red of flames from an explosion of the optic nerve. The artists may have changed, but the scope of this title remains the same.
Vecchio puts Ororo in a new suit. This is a jet black suit armor suit with a spear. Her Storm Sanctuary can be transformed into “Thundercloud” mode, so she gets a new mode of transportation. Both of these moments are given the proper gravity by Vecchio, and Ayodere doesn’t feel these additions like a gimmick, but rather an extension of the stormy location in the world. If you’re going to call yourself “the most powerful mutant of the earth,” you need to back it up. Ororo definitely has the tools to back up himself.
Storm #6 brings out that balanced act pretty well. Not only does it move the main story forward, but it also closes out the first act of “X-Manhunt” with interesting notes. Not only would you like to know where the rest of “X-Manhunt” goes, but I would also like to see Storm’s new armor working, especially as Ayodele is fighting Ororo’s next issue with the other Thunder Gods.
“Storm” #6 finds Ororo Munro at a crossroads
Storm #6
Storm #6 brings out that balanced act pretty well. Not only does it move the main story forward, but it also closes out the first act of “X-Manhunt” with interesting notes. Not only would you like to know where the rest of “X-Manhunt” goes, but I would also like to see Storm’s new armor working, especially as Ayodele is fighting Ororo’s next issue with the other Thunder Gods.
Ayodale balances the needs of crossovers with the title’s ongoing storyline, but he never seems overwhelmed.
Vecchio becomes a page after the adoring art page, proving that he is on the wavelength of this cartoon.
Ends the first act of “X-Manhunt” with an astonishing note.
The new design, including armor and ships, feels like an extension of Ororo’s new status, not just a gimmick.
