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![]() ![]() Mark Waid's script has it all-action, humor, and just the right amount of sentimentality-to make this story land in a profound way. The issue takes Damian, his father, their friends, and the Devil Nezha's battle into new territory, with emotional and literal ramifications that will surely be felt going forward. Robin comes to a close in a significant and surprising manner. Evan ValentineĪfter a string of maximalist, action-packed issues-and the interlude of the entire "Lazarus Planet" crossover- Batman vs. Still, this makes for a minor quibble as Evan Narcisse has a clear understanding of what he's working with and Abel supplies some of the best artwork of the mini-series so far here. What this latest story does suffer from is a few too many flashbacks in terms of darting between stories that take place years before the current present arc, notwithstanding the Gotham that existed long before Batman took up the cape and cowl. Gilded City remains a prime example of how to take a video game tie-in, add interesting, original elements, and run with it as Narcisse and Abel are able to do once again via this solid issue. ![]() ![]() Rating: 4.5 out of 5 BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS – GILDED CITY #5 The result is an issue that works not just for Superman, but for the full roster of characters in Superman family, all while giving readers a lot to enjoy. DC #1 ACTION COMICS #1052 Īction Comics is currently in something of a new run and a new era for the title with things shifting in a major way for the entire Superman franchise back in January and it is something that this week's Action Comics #1052 may be the best example of, while also being one of the best examples for how you can have a major title function as more of an anthology – making it work from not just a structural standpoint, but also a creative standpoint. ![]()
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