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This week we are highlighting the final issue of Al Ewing and Jan Bazarudua’s Immortal Thor. Stick after a full review of weekly summary of other Marvel titles, including New Captain America #1, Bring On the Bad Guys: Green Goblin, and X-Men: Hellfire Vigil!
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Covered by Alex Ross
Immortal Thor #25
Author: Al Ewing
Artists: Jan Bazaldua, Justin Greenwood, Pasqual Ferry
Colorists: Matt Hollingsworth and Romrofahard Jr.
Letter: VC’s Joe Sabino
Cover: Alex Ross
The wheel rotates. Another day, we awoke to more news about the horrifying events. We go to sleep. We wake up. Same cycle. This is one of the central main themes of writer Al Ewing’s Immortal Thor. Our heroes are trapped in a continuous cycle of stories that have no beginnings or ends. He lives, dies, and lives again. What does this infinite story told by liars and tricksters mean?
So it is fitting that the end of the Immortal Thor is not at all over. This finale is actually another chapter in the ongoing story. It fits thematically into Al Ewing’s larger theme. But this problem is a dull sound when it should be a hammer that rings. A final few issues were exceptional in increasing interest and scope as this “Death of the Immortal Thor” delivers almost nothing more than reaching the bridge to the arc of a new story. It is another frustrating example of Marvel’s publishing decision that works for both their creators and readers. This is not the epic finale, but the end of a larger narrative chapter. However, it is sold at first glance as a grand finale that forces him and his collaborators to provide cathartic and climactic similarities. The new number one is the next issue for Immortal Thor, under the new name, you can request a new subscription at the comic shop so you can continue reading. While Marvel can argue that the number one issue is selling better, there is no denying that the constant cancellations and renewals of ongoing stories will hinder creators and make the book difficult for consumers and readers.
Aside from the nature of publication, Thor the Immortal is frustrating to read. As for all of that great individual moments, and the scope of storytelling and lyrical writing of Ewing’s script, it has not been possible to reach its potential or realize its lofty ambitions, at least since the departure of the original lead artist of the series. Jan Bazaldua isn’t bad, but it’s not suitable for the series. The minimal angular style opposes the poetic narration and dialogue, and the grandeur of Ewing’s cosmology. Bazarudua’s world is small, with little sense of place or scale. It reduces work. Guest artist Justingleenwood has joined this final issue. This is just another example of the lack of care editorials featured in the series. Why introduce a new artist with no history in this title for the final question? This section is jarring with both sudden changes in style and sudden introductions of characters who are not actively stacked up on arrival. It’s a storytelling decision that opposes the fact that Immortal Thor is approaching its end. Pasqual Ferry will take part in the epilogue as a bridge between this tall volume and the next volume, and will at least become the lead artist of the first arc. It sets an interesting new status quo, and Ferry is just like an artist who matches Ewing’s fantastical and broad approach to Marvel comics. Matt Hollingsworth and Romulo Fajardo Jr. bring depth and life to the visuals with the colours of three artists. VC’s Joe Sabino’s lettering is outstanding, full of dynamic SFX that enhances expressive dialogue and visuals.
Nevertheless, I enjoy the immortal Thor more than I hated it. But it is disappointed by the changing artist and the reality of editorial decisions that have hampered the scale of the project. What could become the greatest story ever about its script and story strength never reaches those highest. But somehow, it is appropriate, but it is appropriate given the commentary of all metatext texts on the short-lived nature of Thor’s existence and constrained by the corporate Ragnarok. That’s also here. Superhero victory never lasts. His joy never echoes forever. It was a story told and retold, with the same symbols and symbols being repositioned, making the old enemies and old allies a little unfamiliar. But Thor endures it, fighting with Utgard Loki and his living stories, fighting with his seams Loki and their lies and misleading stories, seeking to create his own path and define his own destiny despite the stories laid out for him as well as all of us.
Verdict: While I continue to be torn apart by the full evaluation of Immortal Thor, this issue is an amazingly quick conclusion and a disappointment after a great lead-up. Browse.
A quick overview
Bring the Villain: Green Goblin #1 Marvel’s “Bring on the Bad Guys” follows with the Spider-Man villain that draws readers. Detailing the first murder of the goblin, this issue brings to the dreams of terrifying fans. It’s always interesting for writers and artists to explore the Green Goblin mind, and Parker and Sheridan bring wonders to portray Norman as a villain. This issue slows the start and readers quickly drop Norman’s deal with Mephisto, but when Spider-Man appears, horror begins and there’s a better way to start it than the creepy image of Norman’s smile. Della Fonte also does an amazing job of drawing Norman in the shadows all the time. When Norman corners his first murder in a Green Goblin suit, this issue becomes a novel film in the best way from the killer’s perspective. The slow, speechless stalker that thrusts into the life of the target, the expression on his face as he thinks how to do it, and ultimately the conflict itself all takes place brilliantly. It makes the Green Goblin as intimidating as Ghostface and Michael Myers. Once the act is complete, Norman has to fully embrace the Green Goblin persona and see the stunning panel for himself. This issue is perfect for one of Marvel’s most infamous villains. Captain America #1 Over the past five years, we must be concerned about the contradictions of Captain America’s creative team. The longest book has continued in the last five years was the 30th issue written by Ta-Nehisi Coates. Includes a series with Sam Wilson as Captain America. This will be the first issue of Captain America #1 in the last decade by Chip Zudarski and Valero City. It might be frustrating, but this is the second new ongoing title from last month after what happened in the past. Does Marvel really want people to grow up for nostalgia? Anyway, the opening arc of this new Captain America series portrays Steve even after the Avengers find him on the ice. However, Zdarksky lightly litconded it, so he quickly woke up from the collapse of Iraq compared to the early 60s. This allows City an opportunity to modernize some of the Silver Age designs of characters such as Captain America and Iron Man. He makes them look a little more modern, but doesn’t loosen many of the classic elements of their looks. This fits with a more natural mood, City and colorist Frank Martin, set in this take of the early days of modern caps. Martin’s colour prefers a greyish blue blue, hinting at darker morality this hero may not have encountered yet. This certainly fits the story that appears to have been set by Zdarsky. With very few stories going on with this issue, it’s hard to gauge whether that’s where we go. Most of this issue follows the mysterious David Coulson after witnessing 9/11 and joining the Avengers to witness the collapse of Iraq and Captain America. This is all about moods, set for longer stories, more smoke than matter. Isn’t there a lot of draw in this story, as it may tell an untold story of Captain America? Isn’t the opening of the story more appealing than the effective motorcycle chase in the middle of this? Schiti draws great action scenes, but it takes more than that to get someone to pick up yet another number. — DM X-Men: Hellfire Vigil X-Men: Hellfire Vigil is an anthology collection of X-Books, cancellations and ongoing anthology from the past year. The issue features multiple vignettes that showcase the final batch of X-Books from each creative team. Like past Gala One-shots, Hellfire’s vigils are not only a conclusion to past series cut shorts, but also a fork in the following year or so of X-Line’s plans. The standout moment comes from the Sean Parson scene with Jed Mackay, Natho Diaz and Alaskan X-Men. I’ve really come to appreciate Mackay’s Cyclops. Scott isn’t an easy character, but I think Mackay will find a happy medium. He presents Scott as a man who feels defeated and has become famous for wandering around with self-compassion. Another moment that surprised me how much I enjoyed it was from Jeffrey Thorne and Marcus Two’s X-Force epilogue. I’ve not been a huge fan of Thorn’s comics in general, but I think he really captures the Colossus side that hasn’t come close since the ’90s. Finally, it was a joy to see my beloved extraordinary X-Men interacting with the rest of the mutants. Eve Ewing briefly writes about some of the best teens and Emma Frost, showing Luciano Vecchio a pleasant surprise to the team. Fan service aside, X-Men: Hellfire Galil is a vast book that doesn’t move much towards the entire line that X-Line has lacked over the past year. However, Hellfire Vigil continues to advance plot and character moments from each book, drawing conclusions on a series that ended too quickly. That’s not a complete problem. Anthology is rare. Still, I’m happy to be able to see all the X-Men together again. I always liked that Hellfire Glass was away from traditional crossovers, and the Hellfire all-nighter is no exception. To check this issue, I recommend it to anyone currently interested in X-Line. This is the best crossover I’ve read since the Ash Age. I have endured all of them ever. I don’t want the pain of the attack on Graymalkin/X-Manhunt to be wasted. believe me. -jj
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