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Invincible
Invincible, Vol. 4: Head of the Class
After the traumatic events of Invincible Volume 3: Perfect Strangers, Mark Grayson (a.k.a. Invincible) is left to pick up the pieces and try to continue on with some sort of life. His mother is a wreck, his friends don't understand and the super-villains of the world just want to beat him up. Mark has a lot on his shoulders and graduation is just around the corner. Containing the fan-favorite and sold-out issues #14-#19 and the short story from Free Comic Book Day 2004's Image Comics Summer Special, this volume is massive!
170 pages, Paperback
First published March 31, 2005
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About the author
Robert Kirkman
2,791 books6,932 followersRobert Kirkman is an American comic book writer best known for his work on The Walking Dead, Invincible for Image Comics, as well as Ultimate X-Men and Marvel Zombies for Marvel Comics. He has also collaborated with Image Comics co-founder Todd McFarlane on the series Haunt. He is one of the five partners of Image Comics, and the only one of the five who was not one of the original co-founders of that publisher.
Robert Kirkman's first comic books were self-published under his own Funk-o-Tron label. Along with childhood friend Tony Moore, Kirkman created Battle Pope which was published in late 2001. Battle Pope ran for over 2 years along with other Funk-o-Tron published books such as InkPunks and Double Take.
In July of 2002, Robert's first work for another company began, with a 4-part SuperPatriot series for Image, along with Battle Pope backup story artist Cory Walker. Robert's creator-owned projects followed shortly thereafter, including Tech Jacket, Invincible and Walking Dead.
Robert Kirkman's first comic books were self-published under his own Funk-o-Tron label. Along with childhood friend Tony Moore, Kirkman created Battle Pope which was published in late 2001. Battle Pope ran for over 2 years along with other Funk-o-Tron published books such as InkPunks and Double Take.
In July of 2002, Robert's first work for another company began, with a 4-part SuperPatriot series for Image, along with Battle Pope backup story artist Cory Walker. Robert's creator-owned projects followed shortly thereafter, including Tech Jacket, Invincible and Walking Dead.
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August 25, 2023
After the traumatic events of the previous volume and the catastrophic effect it has had on his family's life, Mark still has super villains, Flaxans and his love life to deal with. We also see the debuts of Bulletproof and Ansgtrom Levy. Collecting #14-19, this feels like a (well-needed) breather after the last manic volume - a 6 out of 12, take a moment Three Star read.
2017 and 2011 read
2017 and 2011 read
August 27, 2016
Mark Grayson/Invincible and his ma are still reeling from the revelations about his pa Omni-Man. But Mark hasn’t got much time to reflect with aliens invading and high school graduation ahead. Being a teen superhero, eh?
There’s very little that’s decent in this one. I liked how Robert Kirkman showed the effects of Omni-Man’s absence like aliens deciding to have a punt at Earth now that he’s out of the picture, righting some perceived wrongs he made against them, with Mark and the other superheroes having to step up as a result. And I liked how Mark’s ma is falling apart right in front of him with alcoholism and depression – it felt very real and was the only emotional aspect to this comic.
Head of the Class is a table-setting volume which is rarely fun to read. Lots of things are set up, most of which weren’t interesting like Robot no longer being leader of the Guardians of the Globe, Mark graduating high school, and the introduction of a series of possible threats.
But Invincible still feels like a cheap, derivative knock-off of better superhero books. I think Robert Kirkman wants Mark and Amber’s romance to be like Peter Parker/Gwen Stacy’s but it’s not at all convincing and is impossible to care about. There are shameless rip-offs of Rorschach, Black Mask, Riddler, and Martian Manhunter while the superhero action is so mundane, rote and uninspired.
The Angstrom Levy storyline might have some promise – a guy is dimension-hopping and collecting all the versions of him across the multiverse for some mysterious purpose – but the jumbled mess of other stories added up to one big shrug. Aliens invade! Fish people stuff! More aliens invade! Graduates high school! Mission to Mars! Superheroes punching supervillains! Eh… I would’ve preferred a continuation of the Omni-Man storyline instead. There weren’t enough character-building moments to justify so much treading water in such a large book. Mark still feels like a dreary lead and comes off as more of a tool than usual while the others, barring his ma, were all their usual blah selves.
Cory Walker’s art isn’t bad – it’s very sparse but I like that aesthetic and it works well here. And he’s still doing the repeated panel stuff which is a cute in-joke for readers.
The fourth volume of Invincible continues to show the series as a sub-par superhero title that tries to subvert mainstream superhero stories and ends up being a poor imitation of them instead.
There’s very little that’s decent in this one. I liked how Robert Kirkman showed the effects of Omni-Man’s absence like aliens deciding to have a punt at Earth now that he’s out of the picture, righting some perceived wrongs he made against them, with Mark and the other superheroes having to step up as a result. And I liked how Mark’s ma is falling apart right in front of him with alcoholism and depression – it felt very real and was the only emotional aspect to this comic.
Head of the Class is a table-setting volume which is rarely fun to read. Lots of things are set up, most of which weren’t interesting like Robot no longer being leader of the Guardians of the Globe, Mark graduating high school, and the introduction of a series of possible threats.
But Invincible still feels like a cheap, derivative knock-off of better superhero books. I think Robert Kirkman wants Mark and Amber’s romance to be like Peter Parker/Gwen Stacy’s but it’s not at all convincing and is impossible to care about. There are shameless rip-offs of Rorschach, Black Mask, Riddler, and Martian Manhunter while the superhero action is so mundane, rote and uninspired.
The Angstrom Levy storyline might have some promise – a guy is dimension-hopping and collecting all the versions of him across the multiverse for some mysterious purpose – but the jumbled mess of other stories added up to one big shrug. Aliens invade! Fish people stuff! More aliens invade! Graduates high school! Mission to Mars! Superheroes punching supervillains! Eh… I would’ve preferred a continuation of the Omni-Man storyline instead. There weren’t enough character-building moments to justify so much treading water in such a large book. Mark still feels like a dreary lead and comes off as more of a tool than usual while the others, barring his ma, were all their usual blah selves.
Cory Walker’s art isn’t bad – it’s very sparse but I like that aesthetic and it works well here. And he’s still doing the repeated panel stuff which is a cute in-joke for readers.
The fourth volume of Invincible continues to show the series as a sub-par superhero title that tries to subvert mainstream superhero stories and ends up being a poor imitation of them instead.
November 8, 2016
More progress towards learning who Mark is. I love the aftermath of the fight with his father. Omni-man didn't hold back, and now Mark as his son has to deal with that.
Like I said previous, Invincible is very much a coming of age story. If you aren't in to that, want just superhero fan service, well it does give you some but it really focuses on character growth. I love the moments with his mother in this. The pain you feel is very very real. I also really like how they're planting seeds for future volumes with Robot losing leadership and such.
There's a lot to love in this character building volume but not a lot of huge twist or turns yet. This is a nice growth volume and I stand with a 3.5/5.
Like I said previous, Invincible is very much a coming of age story. If you aren't in to that, want just superhero fan service, well it does give you some but it really focuses on character growth. I love the moments with his mother in this. The pain you feel is very very real. I also really like how they're planting seeds for future volumes with Robot losing leadership and such.
There's a lot to love in this character building volume but not a lot of huge twist or turns yet. This is a nice growth volume and I stand with a 3.5/5.
June 17, 2019
Mark and his mom try to cope with their dad's betrayal. This is something of a transitional volume as Mark finishes high school. Kirkman lays lots of little plot threads, some of which won't pay off for awhile. He's definitely in for the long haul at this point. The art is more consistent and clean with Ryan Ottley taking over the pencils. Kirkman does a great job of shifting back and forth between Spider-Man type drama and Superman like battles as Mark slowly grows into being Invincible. This is still one of my favorite superhero's books of the last 20 years.
March 6, 2025
This is part of a series and I recommend reading them from the beginning even though this is the beginning of a new story arc. In this one we pick up the action from the devastating events of the previous story arc.
I already mentioned how this is the beginning of a new story arc and it shows. We are introduced to new threads of the story. I liked this but since we are introduced this was a pro to my overall enjoyment but also a con for it at the same time. Some of the new stories I am absolutely interested in. The main one is the handling of grief by Mark and his mom after what happened after the last collection. Give me more of this right away. And that is the issue for me in this collection. We would just touch upon stories and never go into them. Yes it is setup and these stories might have a great payoff in the end. The author just introduced too many stories all at once. If he introduced a couple while doing a deep dive into one of them I believe I would have enjoyed this more.
I will say that this run does an excellent job of taking an introspective look at the world of comic superheroes. It is the highlight of this series. I love how one can spot the tributes to other heroes from other universes and their respective stories. This book set forth the various paths that we will be exploring. I liked this collection and color me interested for the subsequent collections. But it is purely setup so it is definitely not the most enthralling collection in this run.
I already mentioned how this is the beginning of a new story arc and it shows. We are introduced to new threads of the story. I liked this but since we are introduced this was a pro to my overall enjoyment but also a con for it at the same time. Some of the new stories I am absolutely interested in. The main one is the handling of grief by Mark and his mom after what happened after the last collection. Give me more of this right away. And that is the issue for me in this collection. We would just touch upon stories and never go into them. Yes it is setup and these stories might have a great payoff in the end. The author just introduced too many stories all at once. If he introduced a couple while doing a deep dive into one of them I believe I would have enjoyed this more.
I will say that this run does an excellent job of taking an introspective look at the world of comic superheroes. It is the highlight of this series. I love how one can spot the tributes to other heroes from other universes and their respective stories. This book set forth the various paths that we will be exploring. I liked this collection and color me interested for the subsequent collections. But it is purely setup so it is definitely not the most enthralling collection in this run.
March 27, 2023
Original review:
3.5 Stars!
Invincible is like a TV show. That's what I finally realized after finishing this volume.
What I mean is, Kirkman has created a series with great, hilarious, funny moments. Full with action scenes and your typical soap opera moments, with teen problems and angst and then Boom! Here comes the dramatic moment you weren't expecting and everything changes. Now, let's have some filler episodes.
Don't get me wrong, most of the time I don't have a lot of problems with filler moments. At least, not when I'm binge-watching or binge-reading. You know why? 'Cause filler episodes are the ones that help you build up some characters that let you appreciate your cast because, well, nothing really important is happening to the main plot. However, these little character driven moments are priceless, they help you connect more with them. And what's the great thing about Invincible so far? The character moments and dynamics(and of course, the big twist on volume 3) and there are SO many characters here.
This volume collects issues #14-19 and is full of minor plotlines that don't really add to what happened at the end of volume 3. But that's okay because we still get a lot of the emotional repercussions, especially we see how the events of last volume affect Mark's mom. What I really loved about that, is that Kirkman is showing us the emotional toll in such a subtle way, but is still so painful to see. It is a great counterbalance to the funny and light moments in this volume. And there are a lot, I was laughing so hard and it felt good, because even though Perfect Strangers was such a dark turn, we still have the fun, exciting moments that we got at the beginning of the series.
No. I'm not. In about six hours I lose my virginity to a FISH.
Good Lord. You're a virgin?
Dude... I just turned eighteen!
So what happens in this volume? We have the first missions of the new Guardians of the Globe. Parallel Dimensions. We also have Mark struggling to get out of his engagement with the beautifulfish Queen of Atlantis. We also have alien invasions and a trip to Mars. And Invincible trying to take out a crime lord. AND Mark's doing all of this while trying to balance his high school and romantic life.
A lot of side characters are reappearing and there are a lot of introductions to new minor plotlines, which I have no doubt will play a big role in the future. But these few pages per issue with different characters on the spotlight is once again a reminder that this comic reads like a TV show and I love it. Because I still have more than 100 issues to go and I can't wait to keep investing myself with every future storyline.
In my review of Volume 1: Family Matters, I said that Mark was a mix of Superman and Spidey. I still think that, but what I love about Mark and his friends and, of course Kirkman's choice here, is that as opposed to mainstream comic books, these characters are actually growing up. Real life and real time! And like a dork, I'm super proud that Mark managed to graduate from High School.
There were a lot of laughs, silly moment and fun times. But yes, I still wish we could have had something, just a tiny little thing regarding the main events of last issue.
3.5 Stars!
Invincible is like a TV show. That's what I finally realized after finishing this volume.
What I mean is, Kirkman has created a series with great, hilarious, funny moments. Full with action scenes and your typical soap opera moments, with teen problems and angst and then Boom! Here comes the dramatic moment you weren't expecting and everything changes. Now, let's have some filler episodes.
Don't get me wrong, most of the time I don't have a lot of problems with filler moments. At least, not when I'm binge-watching or binge-reading. You know why? 'Cause filler episodes are the ones that help you build up some characters that let you appreciate your cast because, well, nothing really important is happening to the main plot. However, these little character driven moments are priceless, they help you connect more with them. And what's the great thing about Invincible so far? The character moments and dynamics
This volume collects issues #14-19 and is full of minor plotlines that don't really add to what happened at the end of volume 3. But that's okay because we still get a lot of the emotional repercussions, especially we see how the events of last volume affect Mark's mom. What I really loved about that, is that Kirkman is showing us the emotional toll in such a subtle way, but is still so painful to see. It is a great counterbalance to the funny and light moments in this volume. And there are a lot, I was laughing so hard and it felt good, because even though Perfect Strangers was such a dark turn, we still have the fun, exciting moments that we got at the beginning of the series.
No. I'm not. In about six hours I lose my virginity to a FISH.
Good Lord. You're a virgin?
Dude... I just turned eighteen!
So what happens in this volume? We have the first missions of the new Guardians of the Globe. Parallel Dimensions. We also have Mark struggling to get out of his engagement with the beautiful
A lot of side characters are reappearing and there are a lot of introductions to new minor plotlines, which I have no doubt will play a big role in the future. But these few pages per issue with different characters on the spotlight is once again a reminder that this comic reads like a TV show and I love it. Because I still have more than 100 issues to go and I can't wait to keep investing myself with every future storyline.
In my review of Volume 1: Family Matters, I said that Mark was a mix of Superman and Spidey. I still think that, but what I love about Mark and his friends and, of course Kirkman's choice here, is that as opposed to mainstream comic books, these characters are actually growing up. Real life and real time! And like a dork, I'm super proud that Mark managed to graduate from High School.
There were a lot of laughs, silly moment and fun times. But yes, I still wish we could have had something, just a tiny little thing regarding the main events of last issue.
January 15, 2018
Lord have mercy why did I have to "discover" this series AND Brian K. Vaughan's Runaways the same week? Cancel all my plans for January, Siri...
October 26, 2018
This volume feels like filler for something to come. While dealing with issues in his personal life, Mark does several quick missions for Cecil, but nothing to carry the overall story forward. Several more characters are introduced that will likely be explored next.
Mark becomes the protector of Earth, but the Immortal still doesn't trust him. The talk Mark had with his father during their fight was recorded by a communication device from Cecil. The recording causes an almost complete emotional breakdown in Mark's mom who has picked up a drinking habit. Her relationship with Mark is getting colder.
Mark has to juggle school, an alien invasion, a betrothal to the sea king's widow, a Martian mission and a crime boss. At least he graduates, but the superhero business will keep him busy in university too. His current girlfriend Amber, who doesn't know he is Invincible, is suspicious of him.
The Guardians' performance is falling short, so Cecil replaces Robot with Immortal as leader of the team.
Mark becomes the protector of Earth, but the Immortal still doesn't trust him. The talk Mark had with his father during their fight was recorded by a communication device from Cecil. The recording causes an almost complete emotional breakdown in Mark's mom who has picked up a drinking habit. Her relationship with Mark is getting colder.
Mark has to juggle school, an alien invasion, a betrothal to the sea king's widow, a Martian mission and a crime boss. At least he graduates, but the superhero business will keep him busy in university too. His current girlfriend Amber, who doesn't know he is Invincible, is suspicious of him.
The Guardians' performance is falling short, so Cecil replaces Robot with Immortal as leader of the team.
May 8, 2022
I'm not going to write full reviews on these unless something big happens. Vol 4 actually featured some side stories used in the first season of the tv show. On a bright note, I think the art work is improving.
June 16, 2021
Just watched two episodes of Invincible (Netflix). But just finished my 4th volume as well.
There are slight differences, but overall the gist is the same. Thanks to Comixology Unlimited and my digital library I have access to 23 of the 25 Invincible volumes for my Kindle Fire. I am pretty sure I can read the other two volumes (16 and 20) on my PC or another tablet.
I can see how this series caught on. It is fun to read.
There are slight differences, but overall the gist is the same. Thanks to Comixology Unlimited and my digital library I have access to 23 of the 25 Invincible volumes for my Kindle Fire. I am pretty sure I can read the other two volumes (16 and 20) on my PC or another tablet.
I can see how this series caught on. It is fun to read.
May 23, 2021
I'm all-in now. The previous volume cemented it, but now we get the long-arc stuff with all the little plots being laid out. Mars, Titan, the aftermath of the previous beat-down, and the new one with the lion-man. :)
Things are happening in different orders in the tv series but that's FINE. The core is still the same and I'm loving it either way. Great stuff.
Things are happening in different orders in the tv series but that's FINE. The core is still the same and I'm loving it either way. Great stuff.
March 4, 2024
Things are getting pretty wild!
December 14, 2024
The Invincible Multiverse opens. An important milestone for any superhero setting.
December 14, 2011
INVINCIBLE Vol. 4 "Head of the Class" takes us further into the life of teenager Mark Grayson, in which the creative team of Kirkman and Ottley have extended the serious three-star effort they achieved with volume 3 "Perfect Strangers," as Mark struggles with balancing superhero life and high school.
After a shaky start with the first two collections, the story seems to have hit onto something with the third and fourth collections as some decent plotlines unfold. Kirkman sticks with his manageable core of characters, although we are introduced to more supervillain subplots, as well as more intrigue with the Guardians of the Globe and the mysterious "Cecil".
Scenes still jump all over the place, often cut off too soon, but the exuberant use of the repeating panel seems to have diminished greatly, thank goodness. The backgrounds are still somewhat sparse for my tastes, but that's just me being nitpicky. There's really nothing all that "super" innovative here, but I guess after feeling very "two-stars-ish" about this series I'm starting to like INVINCIBLE (the comic and the headline character). I do appreciate the way Mark can pound pretty much every villain he faces into pulp, yet he often seeks a more peaceful solution by trying to understand his adversary first. A good lesson.
Three stars. Somewhat recommended, if you intend to read the entire series up to this point (this issue collects 14-19). I have one more collection at my disposal, so review forthcoming for INVINCIBLE Vol 5. "The Facts of Life."
After a shaky start with the first two collections, the story seems to have hit onto something with the third and fourth collections as some decent plotlines unfold. Kirkman sticks with his manageable core of characters, although we are introduced to more supervillain subplots, as well as more intrigue with the Guardians of the Globe and the mysterious "Cecil".
Scenes still jump all over the place, often cut off too soon, but the exuberant use of the repeating panel seems to have diminished greatly, thank goodness. The backgrounds are still somewhat sparse for my tastes, but that's just me being nitpicky. There's really nothing all that "super" innovative here, but I guess after feeling very "two-stars-ish" about this series I'm starting to like INVINCIBLE (the comic and the headline character). I do appreciate the way Mark can pound pretty much every villain he faces into pulp, yet he often seeks a more peaceful solution by trying to understand his adversary first. A good lesson.
Three stars. Somewhat recommended, if you intend to read the entire series up to this point (this issue collects 14-19). I have one more collection at my disposal, so review forthcoming for INVINCIBLE Vol 5. "The Facts of Life."
February 20, 2019
Settling into a new status quo.
World: The art is solid, just as it has been in the series so far, the simple colors and linework really ground this series into something that is normal and that’s interesting. The world building is solid, it builds upon the last arc and sets up the new status quo for the world. I like how the world is slightly expanded but not by a whole lot and always in the point of view of Mark.
Story: The stuff at home and school is the best thing about this series so far, the quiet moments. These moments are the core of the series and the character building done here is great. Mark this time has to step up after the events of the last book and it’s great to see him develop his own identity. I like the work life balancing act going on here that reminds us of Peter Parker. Fairly muted and calm arc which is nice.
Characters: Mark continues to develop as a character and so are the people around them. The family drama at home is well done and I know that Kirkman is going somewhere with this but it’s still hard to see Mum the way she is, but it makes sense. I liked the really quiet moment between Amber and Mark when he admitted why he has been distant, it’s a small beautiful character moment that sums up the character work done in this book.
A nice little status quo setting up book that also calms and grounds the book back down after the events of the last one.
Onward to the next book!
World: The art is solid, just as it has been in the series so far, the simple colors and linework really ground this series into something that is normal and that’s interesting. The world building is solid, it builds upon the last arc and sets up the new status quo for the world. I like how the world is slightly expanded but not by a whole lot and always in the point of view of Mark.
Story: The stuff at home and school is the best thing about this series so far, the quiet moments. These moments are the core of the series and the character building done here is great. Mark this time has to step up after the events of the last book and it’s great to see him develop his own identity. I like the work life balancing act going on here that reminds us of Peter Parker. Fairly muted and calm arc which is nice.
Characters: Mark continues to develop as a character and so are the people around them. The family drama at home is well done and I know that Kirkman is going somewhere with this but it’s still hard to see Mum the way she is, but it makes sense. I liked the really quiet moment between Amber and Mark when he admitted why he has been distant, it’s a small beautiful character moment that sums up the character work done in this book.
A nice little status quo setting up book that also calms and grounds the book back down after the events of the last one.
Onward to the next book!
October 15, 2023
After the last volume's shocking revelation and aftermath, Mark and his mother are left to face its consequences. The mental and emotional impact it has on both of them is effectively portrayed, leaving the readers with much to think and feel.
January 25, 2025
4.25
Please let me hug mom oh my goddddd
Please let me hug mom oh my goddddd
April 12, 2023
Slowest book so far
December 6, 2017
Mark is still struggling with balancing normal life with superhero life, and Amber is starting to get suspicious. There are a few side stories that look like they’re all going to connect into one big picture soon, and I’m curious to see how that will go. I feel like shit is gonna go down real soon.
August 16, 2021
Dude.
I've spent hours with this comic, I've now passed the much ballyhooed evolution-into-the promised-awesome storyline, and
I Am Not Impressed.
I'm intrigued with certain elements like the astronauts bringing back an alien in disguise, the assemblage of all those smart dudes from different dimensions, and the elimination of a major super-powered crime Boss. I am deeply concerned about Mark's mom, and really uncomfortable both with her drinking and her defensiveness about her drinking when Mark is upset about it. And that's it. That leaves a lot of story, a lot of panels, a lot of action, a lot of conversations that I am just skimming at this point.
One more volume, Invincible, and that's it. You either win me over or I'm moving on.
I've spent hours with this comic, I've now passed the much ballyhooed evolution-into-the promised-awesome storyline, and
I Am Not Impressed.
I'm intrigued with certain elements like the astronauts bringing back an alien in disguise, the assemblage of all those smart dudes from different dimensions, and the elimination of a major super-powered crime Boss. I am deeply concerned about Mark's mom, and really uncomfortable both with her drinking and her defensiveness about her drinking when Mark is upset about it. And that's it. That leaves a lot of story, a lot of panels, a lot of action, a lot of conversations that I am just skimming at this point.
One more volume, Invincible, and that's it. You either win me over or I'm moving on.
September 14, 2016
Four Volumes in and I still find myself waiting for this one to really turn the corner.
Here Kirkman continues with semi-satirical superhero world, but as with past volumes it just doesn't quite come together the way it should. The characters are still completely one-dimensional and bland, the dialogue is still flat and lifeless and the story continues to show glimpses of promise without delivering.
If anything I feel like this volume was a step back from previous books with the story and characters jumping all over the place with very little motivation or explanation.
I think this might be the jumping off point for me.
Here Kirkman continues with semi-satirical superhero world, but as with past volumes it just doesn't quite come together the way it should. The characters are still completely one-dimensional and bland, the dialogue is still flat and lifeless and the story continues to show glimpses of promise without delivering.
If anything I feel like this volume was a step back from previous books with the story and characters jumping all over the place with very little motivation or explanation.
I think this might be the jumping off point for me.
June 8, 2017
These books can't come fast enough through Inter Library Loan! Vol. 4 is another great installment in the story of high school senior and superhero Mark. The hero action is ramped up as he's sent on mission after mission by his government handler and new, more powerful bad guys are introduced. As Kirkman himself says in the notes at the end, there are a ton of really interesting subplots going on, and I can't wait to see how they all come out! Oh, and it's not all bam, pow, smash, either. These stories have real family drama and heart as Mark and his mother each deal with the "death" of his father, plus Mark's friends, romantic life, and the fact that he's about to start college.
October 8, 2017
Really enjoyed the peter parker/spider-man type story telling - young man, burdened with great power and great responsibility, trying desperately to hold on to a semblance of a normal life, and never quite pulling it off.
August 22, 2018
This volume takes place right after the jaw dropping incident of volume 3 and it just keeps getting better. Have I said already that I love this comic?
April 29, 2023
Die perfekte Auszeit nach der emotionalen Tortur des letzten Bandes.
Auch wenn die Folgen dessen in diesem Band nicht unbemerkt bleiben, liegt der Fokus darauf wie Invincible/Mark seine Arbeit als stärkster Superheld der Erde und sein Leben als Teenager mit College und Freundin versucht zu meistern.
Diese eine Storyline mit den Fischen war trash deswegen ein Stern Abzug.
Aber ich war überrascht wie viele wichtige und gute Storylines dieser Band einführt.
Unter anderem hat der beste villain des Comics hier sein Debüt —> Hype.
Invincible is the best superhero comic book in the universe.
Auch wenn die Folgen dessen in diesem Band nicht unbemerkt bleiben, liegt der Fokus darauf wie Invincible/Mark seine Arbeit als stärkster Superheld der Erde und sein Leben als Teenager mit College und Freundin versucht zu meistern.
Diese eine Storyline mit den Fischen war trash deswegen ein Stern Abzug.
Aber ich war überrascht wie viele wichtige und gute Storylines dieser Band einführt.
Unter anderem hat der beste villain des Comics hier sein Debüt —> Hype.
Invincible is the best superhero comic book in the universe.
January 28, 2021
Invincible Vol. 4 Head of the Class collects issues 14-19 and Image's FCBD 2004 written by Robert Kirkman with art by Ryan Ottley.
Invincible has a lot of new adventures in this volume including having to marry a fish princess, battling an alien invasion, escorting astronauts to Mars, taking down a underground criminal empire, and graduating from high school.
Lots of fun stories here that you can tell are building up to bigger plot points. Ryan Ottley has firmly grasped the art style of the book and it looks amazing.
Invincible has a lot of new adventures in this volume including having to marry a fish princess, battling an alien invasion, escorting astronauts to Mars, taking down a underground criminal empire, and graduating from high school.
Lots of fun stories here that you can tell are building up to bigger plot points. Ryan Ottley has firmly grasped the art style of the book and it looks amazing.
May 19, 2021
Invincible je pořád boží a pořád pracuje skvěle s tématikou Superhrdinů ale kvůli velký porci stránek se to dost vleče. První polovina je výborná, hezky se příběh vyvíjí ale v druhé části tak nějak ztratí dech, začne se to extrémně protahovat a je to takový divný. Pořád si to užívám ALE, šlo z toho určitě vytřískat víc.
August 2, 2022
This is my favorite volume yet. We’re still in the early stages of Invincible’s superheroing days and it’s a lot of fun seeing him go on missions and also seeing how his superhero job affects his personal life. There were still some stories in here that were in the show, but I think the next volume will be all new stuff that might appear in S2 of the show. It’s starting to get repetitive, but I can’t wait to dive into the next volume.
January 1, 2025
Üçüncü cilt sonrası biraz PTSD kıvamında bir cilt.
Kirkman bir dahi. TWD’den sonra bu seri de akıp gidiyor. Mark çok büyük sorumluluklar alıp etrafını, kız arkadaşını ihmal ediyor. Sonuçları olacaktır.
Mars seferi ve sonuçları ne olacak diye merak içinde sonraki cildi bekliyorum.
Kirkman bir dahi. TWD’den sonra bu seri de akıp gidiyor. Mark çok büyük sorumluluklar alıp etrafını, kız arkadaşını ihmal ediyor. Sonuçları olacaktır.
Mars seferi ve sonuçları ne olacak diye merak içinde sonraki cildi bekliyorum.
March 17, 2024
I'm rereading these after ten or twelve years, when I read the individual issues, and I forgot how much fun Invincible is!!
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