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Dazzler (2024)
Dazzler #1
SO BRIGHT THIS STAR! DAZZLER, Marvel's glittering mutant songstress, has been in and out of the limelight over the years - but now the time has finally come for her to take center stage! Dazzler embarks on a new world tour, the culmination and celebration of her entire musical career! And along for the ride is her new road Domino, Strong Guy and Multiple Man! But while Dazzler may be ready to focus on her music, her celebrity-mutant status and a violent attack may sideline the entire endeavor before it's even begun… Each issue features original song lyrics from Ali's notebook! Don't miss the concert - and comic - event of the year!
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Published September 18, 2024
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October 18, 2025
they need to add her to marvel rivals
September 21, 2024
A great start to Dazzler's series
This issue had me smiling from beginning to end. As a huge Dazzler fan, I've been very critical of Marvel allowing our favorite songbird to languish in obscurity. We have Ali singing her heart out while repelling a villain in the middle of her first song on her comeback tour, and I couldn't be happier!
This issue had me smiling from beginning to end. As a huge Dazzler fan, I've been very critical of Marvel allowing our favorite songbird to languish in obscurity. We have Ali singing her heart out while repelling a villain in the middle of her first song on her comeback tour, and I couldn't be happier!
October 17, 2024
That was, uh, something. Hm.
The inking of X-titles has really improved this year. I am gratified to see wider, brighter color palette. And the tone of this issue was also lighter. It was trying for a more carefree, optimistic feeling.
But, it also felt like a wasted opportunity. Dazzler, Domino, Wind Dancer, Multiple Man, Strong Guy, and Shark Girl are all in this title. If they were functioning as just another X-team, that would be kind of interesting. (It's a surprisingly Caucasian cast, all things considered.) But, at least I know most of these characters, and there is the potential here for interpersonal drama.
Multiple Man and Strong Guy have known each other for years as friends and teammates. Dazzler and Wind Dancer both have powers that appeal to elementary school girls, but still have lethal potential. Strong Guy has worked for a mutant musician before, back when he worked for Lila Cheney. Domino has been a professional mercenary, so hopefully she can maintain some semblance of this as a superhero book?
But, this isn't touted as a team book. The focus is on Dazzler. And we are forced to endure multiple two-page spreads depicting Dazzler standing around on stage, reciting bad poetry at us, because we are supposed to vicariously enjoy a concert without any audio.
It feels childish. A little amateurish.
Also, what is up with the writers giving mutants jobs that they should be wildly unqualified for, in this "From the Ashes" period? Over in NYX, Prodigy is somehow a professor, even though we have never heard of him graduating from any university with any degree. Anole is somehow a bar tender, even though last we checked, he was something like high school age. Now here, in this book, Wind Dancer is somehow working as Dazzler's... Publicist? Manager? Even though, so far as we know, Wind Dancer is the same age as Anole (so, what, college-aged now?), never earned any degrees, etc.
Multiple Man was most recently working as a scientist on Krakoa. Now he is working as a roadie/team of back-up dancers for Dazzler. This feels like a step down, but I'm not going to begrudge someone else having multiple career interests, just like I do. But, Jamie is married with a baby. And his wife, Layla, was being a real bitch about him going to work when he was only traveling to one particular lab. How much of a bitch is she going to be now if he's going on tour with Dazzler?
The inking of X-titles has really improved this year. I am gratified to see wider, brighter color palette. And the tone of this issue was also lighter. It was trying for a more carefree, optimistic feeling.
But, it also felt like a wasted opportunity. Dazzler, Domino, Wind Dancer, Multiple Man, Strong Guy, and Shark Girl are all in this title. If they were functioning as just another X-team, that would be kind of interesting. (It's a surprisingly Caucasian cast, all things considered.) But, at least I know most of these characters, and there is the potential here for interpersonal drama.
Multiple Man and Strong Guy have known each other for years as friends and teammates. Dazzler and Wind Dancer both have powers that appeal to elementary school girls, but still have lethal potential. Strong Guy has worked for a mutant musician before, back when he worked for Lila Cheney. Domino has been a professional mercenary, so hopefully she can maintain some semblance of this as a superhero book?
But, this isn't touted as a team book. The focus is on Dazzler. And we are forced to endure multiple two-page spreads depicting Dazzler standing around on stage, reciting bad poetry at us, because we are supposed to vicariously enjoy a concert without any audio.
It feels childish. A little amateurish.
Also, what is up with the writers giving mutants jobs that they should be wildly unqualified for, in this "From the Ashes" period? Over in NYX, Prodigy is somehow a professor, even though we have never heard of him graduating from any university with any degree. Anole is somehow a bar tender, even though last we checked, he was something like high school age. Now here, in this book, Wind Dancer is somehow working as Dazzler's... Publicist? Manager? Even though, so far as we know, Wind Dancer is the same age as Anole (so, what, college-aged now?), never earned any degrees, etc.
Multiple Man was most recently working as a scientist on Krakoa. Now he is working as a roadie/team of back-up dancers for Dazzler. This feels like a step down, but I'm not going to begrudge someone else having multiple career interests, just like I do. But, Jamie is married with a baby. And his wife, Layla, was being a real bitch about him going to work when he was only traveling to one particular lab. How much of a bitch is she going to be now if he's going on tour with Dazzler?
September 22, 2024
Dazzler #1 is a delightful, energetic debut that captures the spirit of Marvel's disco-singing, mutant superstar. This miniseries opener is a fun, low-stakes romp that balances action, humor, and heart, making it a fun read if you don’t take it too seriously.
Jason Loo's writing is spot-on, with charming, tongue-in-cheek wit that shines through. His script is full of clever one-liners and humorous banter between Dazzler and her mutant roadies that will leave you smiling. The story itself is relatively lighthearted, but I couldn't help but feel that Dazzler deserves more. One of the most intriguing aspects of Dazzler's character is her status as a global mutant pop star and Loo touches on this idea with nods to Taylor Swift throughout the book. But with more space to explore, this concept could have been taken to fascinating depths in an ongoing series.
You could easily envision Dazzler using her platform to advocate for mutant rights, navigating the intersection of social justice and celebrity culture the way Taylor Swift has begun using her platform for. Look no further than the political waves Swift made with her recent endorsement of Kamala Harris to be the next President and how many Swift’s fans signed up to vote due to her social media posts. The potential for thought-provoking storytelling is vast, and it's a shame that this miniseries format doesn't allow for a deeper dive. Loo could have really dug into the complexities of her character and the cultural power she holds if given the space.
Artist Rafael Loureiro, colorist Java Tartaglia, and letterer Ariana Maher matched Loo’s bubblegum energy in spades. Loureiro's artwork brings an effervescent energy to the page, and his designs for Dazzler's new costume is perfection. It's an immediately iconic look that begs to be cosplayed right away. Tartaglia's colors add a dazzling sheen to the artwork, while Maher's lettering expertly conveys the rhythm and flow of Dazzler's concert performance.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Dazzler #1, and I'm excited to see where the rest of the miniseries takes us. While I may lament the fact that this isn't an ongoing series exploring more important topics, I'm grateful for the chance to spend time with this fabulous diva.
Jason Loo's writing is spot-on, with charming, tongue-in-cheek wit that shines through. His script is full of clever one-liners and humorous banter between Dazzler and her mutant roadies that will leave you smiling. The story itself is relatively lighthearted, but I couldn't help but feel that Dazzler deserves more. One of the most intriguing aspects of Dazzler's character is her status as a global mutant pop star and Loo touches on this idea with nods to Taylor Swift throughout the book. But with more space to explore, this concept could have been taken to fascinating depths in an ongoing series.
You could easily envision Dazzler using her platform to advocate for mutant rights, navigating the intersection of social justice and celebrity culture the way Taylor Swift has begun using her platform for. Look no further than the political waves Swift made with her recent endorsement of Kamala Harris to be the next President and how many Swift’s fans signed up to vote due to her social media posts. The potential for thought-provoking storytelling is vast, and it's a shame that this miniseries format doesn't allow for a deeper dive. Loo could have really dug into the complexities of her character and the cultural power she holds if given the space.
Artist Rafael Loureiro, colorist Java Tartaglia, and letterer Ariana Maher matched Loo’s bubblegum energy in spades. Loureiro's artwork brings an effervescent energy to the page, and his designs for Dazzler's new costume is perfection. It's an immediately iconic look that begs to be cosplayed right away. Tartaglia's colors add a dazzling sheen to the artwork, while Maher's lettering expertly conveys the rhythm and flow of Dazzler's concert performance.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Dazzler #1, and I'm excited to see where the rest of the miniseries takes us. While I may lament the fact that this isn't an ongoing series exploring more important topics, I'm grateful for the chance to spend time with this fabulous diva.
November 7, 2024
Dazzler #1 Tackles Hate Against Marginalized Groups — and Sings About It
Jason Loo draws a throughline between the real world and the X-Men universe in Dazzler #1. Big corporations always kowtow to the lowest common denominators, and it directly affects the people creating and consuming the art. If Dazzler and her band can only be accepted by fans if they pass for humans, how can they be mutant and proud?
In his afterword, writer Jason Loo hits upon why Dazzler and her comics have endured — she’s not a household name, but her stories are grounded in realism, unlike most other superhero stories that are all action. Dazzler is a working woman striving and aspiring to realize her dreams. It just so happens that she has mutant abilities, and her gigs often get bamboozled by baddies. This was true of the early Dazzler comics that I’m most familiar with; her stories were interpersonal travails, but unlike Dazzler #1, the ones I had read didn’t explore the burden of being the face of a movement and the associated burdens that come with that role.
Read my full review at Women Write About Comics.
Jason Loo draws a throughline between the real world and the X-Men universe in Dazzler #1. Big corporations always kowtow to the lowest common denominators, and it directly affects the people creating and consuming the art. If Dazzler and her band can only be accepted by fans if they pass for humans, how can they be mutant and proud?
In his afterword, writer Jason Loo hits upon why Dazzler and her comics have endured — she’s not a household name, but her stories are grounded in realism, unlike most other superhero stories that are all action. Dazzler is a working woman striving and aspiring to realize her dreams. It just so happens that she has mutant abilities, and her gigs often get bamboozled by baddies. This was true of the early Dazzler comics that I’m most familiar with; her stories were interpersonal travails, but unlike Dazzler #1, the ones I had read didn’t explore the burden of being the face of a movement and the associated burdens that come with that role.
Read my full review at Women Write About Comics.
September 20, 2024
I cannot tell you how much I LOVED The Pitiful Human-Lizard. Issue #7 and Lucas beating feet across Mississauga remains an all-time favourite comic. It broke my fandom-heart when Chapterhouse went digital-only for it final handful of issues. In tPHL, Loo wrote IMO some of *the* best slice-of-life superhero comics.
I haven't liked anything he's written for Marvel. I want to blame editorial, or the constraints of legacy characters, or the mindset a creator can obligate themself into when considering Twitter and fan rage.
Does Loo's Dazzler maybe feel too sincere a love-letter to a fancrush character? I don't know. I might be too old for the target demo. But I wanted it to be better.
I haven't liked anything he's written for Marvel. I want to blame editorial, or the constraints of legacy characters, or the mindset a creator can obligate themself into when considering Twitter and fan rage.
Does Loo's Dazzler maybe feel too sincere a love-letter to a fancrush character? I don't know. I might be too old for the target demo. But I wanted it to be better.
October 23, 2024
3.5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
Kinda simple, a little weird, but overall a pretty fun time. I never expected to get an X-Men series about fighting people at pop concerts but here we are. The art is gorgeous, Dazzler is fun, and though the premise is silly I can’t deny I enjoy it. I think this’ll be a nice decent mini.
Kinda simple, a little weird, but overall a pretty fun time. I never expected to get an X-Men series about fighting people at pop concerts but here we are. The art is gorgeous, Dazzler is fun, and though the premise is silly I can’t deny I enjoy it. I think this’ll be a nice decent mini.
December 29, 2024
This is the first comic I've ever read. I really love the art in this and look forward to reading more of it. However, the story, while nice, was kinda boring. But it might just be difficult to really get into since it mostly takes place on stage during a concert. There was a lot of singing, and it made it difficult to feel immersed. I still plan on reading some more.
November 27, 2024
I'm confused about the dropped thread of the human audience members with guns... Maybe I missed something where they're dealt with? And I kind of wish they'd really recorded the Dazzler songs the way they did for Luna Snow!
December 5, 2025
I really liked this issue. it definitely mirrors the things that marginalized groups go through, such as discrimination when you’re a POC, queer, disabled, etc. Dazzler is such an interesting X-men and I now have a new appreciation for her!
September 18, 2024
Good story. It’s telling us something we all need to know. Embrace our differences and it will bring us closer. Don’t hide who you are, but remember hater’s gotta hate. Be careful.
September 20, 2024
The art was good. The story message "out and proud" was cringe.
September 24, 2024
Enjoyable. Loved the art and the feel of it, can’t wait to keep reading!
September 25, 2024
3.5 rounded up.
This was a fun title, I really enjoyed the stage performance where she fought Scorpia and sang her song simultaneously! Awesome. I'll see where things go for a few issues.
This was a fun title, I really enjoyed the stage performance where she fought Scorpia and sang her song simultaneously! Awesome. I'll see where things go for a few issues.
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November 16, 2024
Very cute. I loved the art. The mutants as hated minority analogy was out in full force here. The song lyrics backmatter was wonderful. I really liked it a lot!
December 31, 2024
This is going to ruin the tour...
March 9, 2025
2.75⭐️⭐️⭐️
June 21, 2025
NEED her to collab with beyonce yesterday
January 12, 2026
me pareció una cucada no sé porq a la gente le gusta tan poco la verdad
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