Deadpool V Gambit: The "V" is for "Vs."

Deadpool v Gambit #1-5

by Ben Acker, Danilo Beyruth (Writer), Cris Peter (Illustrator)

Gambit-one of the smoothest, best-looking operators in the world of the X-Men. Deadpool-one of the most annoying, ugliest dirtbags in the world of everything. Naturally, these guys got beef. But do you know what they have in common? A secret history of working together to pull con-jobs. That's right-the grift is on as the Regeneratin' Degenerate and the Ragin' Cajun begrudgingly take on one last job together. Writers Ben Acker & Ben Blacker (Thunderbolts, The Thrilling Adventure Hour) and artist Danilo Beyruth (Gwenpool) lead us into the dirty underbelly of Deadpool and the squeaky-clean abs of Gambit!

Collecting: Deadpool V Gambit 1-5

Genres: Comics, Graphic Novels, Marvel, Superheroes, X Men, Comic Book, Graphic Novels Comics

112 pages, Paperback

First published November 9, 2016

About the author

Aka: Benjamin Acker

Reviews

[Sam Quixote · Rating 1 out of 5]

Deadpool v Gambit is like the comics version of what I imagine a Tyler Perry/Madea movie to be: so unfunny the word “comedy” shouldn’t be allowed within 100 feet of it, and punishment more than entertainment.

Deadpool and Gambit team up to make money on a convoluted scheme involving some Kung Fu dude, Florida swampland, the World Tree and Loki. They also briefly fight at the beginning to justify the “v” in the title. It’s a mess. Everything - everything! - was garbage about this one.

And let’s talk about the supposed “two” writers of this comic: Ben Blacker and Ben Acker. My red hairy bum there are two real people named that who just happened to work on this tripe together! It was probably Ben Acker misspelling his name but forgetting to cross out his first effort. Do I think Ben Acker is that stupid? If you foolishly decide to read this book, tell me you can’t imagine him sitting in his broken La-Z-Boy wearing an adult Depends watching NASCAR and drooling into his KFC Family Bucket/lover for later on!

Like the Madea movies, Marvel know there’s a ready audience of Deadpool suckers fans out there who read anything with him in regardless, so the hell with quality control! I almost feel like this was a test: “If they buy Deadpool teamed up with… hmm, who’s the character nobody gives a crap about and isn’t Hawkman because DC owns him… Gambit! If they go for that, we can team Deadpool up with anyone. Even…”

I’m calling it now - Deadpool/Madea coming soon!

[Scott · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars

"People think I'm from New Orleans, but I'm Cajun . . ." -- Gambit

"If I have to hear one more origin story . . . " -- Deadpool

"I'll never forget my first trip to New Orleans . . ." -- Gambit

"No No No No No. You know your movie's never coming out." -- Deadpool

A very lackluster book with the title duo being thrown into a long-winded yet flat double-cross story mixing magic and martial arts. Other than some knowing humor (like the above quotes, plus a few obvious but edited references to the Broadway musical Hamliton) and a good villain 'reveal' - though it was akin to a typical Scooby-Doo episode climax back in the 70's - it was sort of a waste of time.

And yet there were two multi-page sections, featuring Deadpool and the main villain in physical combat, that were absolutely HILARIOUS. Writers Acker and Blacker (did they team up because their names went together like peas and carrots?) must've had a blast thinking up fictitious fight moves like "Burning Wok Strike," "Dragon Hates Bamboo," "Standing Kick of the Golden Eunuch," and - my favorite - "Just Smacking a Guy With a Thing." Those parts were thoroughly enjoyable.

[Chad · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was really looking forward to reading this. Deadpool vs. Gambit sounded like a lot of fun plus it's written by the guys from the Thrilling Adventure Hour. Unfortunately, the joke's fell flat, there wasn't really much of a plot to speak of, and the art was terrible. Danilo Beyruth kept drawing all these lines on the characters' bodies to the point they all looked like they were supposed to be the Kirby-era Human Torch or they didn't have any skin. Deadpool and Gambit keep trusting this guy who repeatedly screws them over. That's the plot.

[Chelsea 🏳️‍🌈 · Rating 2 out of 5]

Read as single issues.

I'm not sure why this book exists? I bought it randomly because I love Wade, the art was pretty and I know nothing about Remy. As a concept, it's pretty weak. It's enough for an arc in a better Deadpool run and I feel as though the writer didn't really know where the story was going? It pulls from elements of Iron Fist (I will admit, the cameo was interesting to me) and Asgard. It uses chi in a way I'm pretty sure isn't possible? It's just a weird book. Surprisingly, there weren't that many interactions between Deadpool and Gambit in this book?

Some positives:
- a few of the jokes landed for me. The dig about Gambit's movie never getting made was painfully true.
- I loved the covers
- The first issue is very solid.

So, it's not a recommend from me.

[Kayla · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't like this as much as I thought I would. The supernatural/magical martial arts thing was just weird. It didn't fit in with the Deadpool that I'm used to. I did love the Hamilton references in the beginning though.

[Billy Hansen · Rating 1 out of 5]

For a book that says "Deadpool v Gambit" at no point were they fighting against each other. It's a team up book, not a verses book. False advertisement

[Paul · Rating 3 out of 5]

It started great Deadpool being his usual self and Gambit well is Gambit. I like the storyline but could have been better, again great start with the spiderman and daredevil part but for me halfway through I lost interest.

[Erikka · Rating 3 out of 5]

As a huge Thrilling Adventure Hour fan, I usually love the Acker and Blacker comics. However, they canNOT write Gambit worth crap. Deadpool was his normal self in this, and I liked the idea of the two of them together, but apart from the red eyes, Gambit was unrecognizable. No Cajun drawl, no rugged good looks, no snarkiness. He was entirely not Remy. And the addition of the Thor universe seemed unneeded and ultimately confusing. I feel like this story jumped around and didn't really go anywhere. The jokes were funny, but jokes alone aren't enough to hold up a comic.

[Renata · Rating 4 out of 5]

(read as single issues)

This was legit-LOL hilarious and everything I wanted it to be. If you're a fan of Acker & Blacker but not usually sold on Deadpool and/or Gambit I definitely think there's enough of their sensibility in here to make this worth your while. If, like me, you love Deadpool AND Gambit AND Acker AND Blacker, CONGRATULATIONS, THE SECRET WORKS.

[polly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Esos diálogos y ese humor da vida.

[Jocelyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

Deadpool V Gambit didnt live up to itself. I'm highly disappointed.

[Alex | | findingmontauk1 · Rating 3 out of 5]

One of Marvel's smoothest talkers vs one of Marvel's biggest trash talkers. Sounds like it would be an ultimate sass-fight with some cool effects, maneuvers, etc. And to some degree it was! But I think there could have been a lot more in that department and it is a slight miss opportunity here. I would like *more* in general when it comes to these two legends! But this was still a fun read and if you like Deadpool or Gambit then it should be essential!

[Juan Camilo Velandia Quijano · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's definitely hilarious! The combination of Deadpool's wit and Gambit's charm works perfectly. But the story... Well, I have my doubts. Parts 1 through 3 were very exciting, easy to read and ridiculously funny. Once the explanation starts with Part 4, the whole thing loses the rhythm, a lot more texts and some explanations that get too complicated, and yet necessary. The whole concept about this curious friendship works in many levels, especially with the the great graphics presented here, but the story can get a little better....

[shay૮₍ ˃ ⤙ ˂ ₎ა · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kinda corny at times but there were highlights, mainly issue 1 with Matt and Peter bc I love their dynamic, so seeing DP and Gambit pretend to be them was great. And issue 4-5 were great as well, Kim carried this for me in those last few issues he was in.

[Rosaria Battiloro · Rating 3 out of 5]

3,5 stelline
"Ho ucciso un Hulk a Reno solo per vederlo morire!"

[Maija · Rating 3 out of 5]

ughh it was going so good on the first issues then boom flop

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ja kiedy w komiksie, po którym totalnie się tego nie spodziewam, pojawia się She-Hulk i Loki: 🤯🤯🤯

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an incredible pairing! Gorgeous art and fantastic writing.

[Graham · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5

[Tiffany Robinson · Rating 1 out of 5]

I thought this book was going to be great but I was mistaken. It was just dull and it took me a long time to get through it.

[• Meldie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pues me ha gustado, me ha parecido gracioso y ameno hasta los dos últimos números finales que meter mitología del Puño de Hierro mezclado con Asgard me ha parecido rizar demasiado el rizo de una trama sobre robos y estafas que empezaba muy bien y se quedó en resultona, muchas de las bromas me han hecho reír muchísimo. Quitándole y poniéndole otros personajes se podría hacer una adaptación a peli/serie de ésto ahora que ya tenemos a ambos en el MCU... ahí dejo la idea 👀

[ellis · Rating 3 out of 5]

spoiler: the 'v' wasn't really for 'vs' :(
also, i don't care about the scrambler! or loki! suppose the volume just wasn't to my expectations.

still, witty writing & NICE art. i love me some kevin wada covers.

[Kelsey Rae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely LOVED THIS!!
Gambit and Deadpool is the team-up I never thought of but I am SOOOO glad we got. This is just a stand alone, fun, hilarious adventure that has nothing to do with really anything but was fantastic. Can't recommend this enough.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best thing I've read ever. Then again, deadpool is involved. Is that really a surprise anymore?

[Carlos Llanos · Rating 5 out of 5]

References ARE jokes, and they're hilarious.

[Krzysztof Grabowski · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pierwsze spotkanie tych dwóch facetów ever? O dziwo podobno tym jest. I choć nie jest złe, to spodziewałem się czegoś lepszego. Gambit w Marvel NOW! miał już własną serię, ale to Deadpool może poszczycić się coś około dwudziestu pozycji w tej odsłonie katalogowej.

Zatem normalnym jest, że spodziewałem się mocniejszego wyeksponowania Najemnika z nawijką i na tym polu rozczarowałem się pozytywnie. Acker stara się dać ten sam "czas" każdemu z herosów, plus dodatkowo sporo miejsca ma tu jeszcze inna postać, która niejako szuka odkupienie od przestępczej przeszłości. Niestety postać ta mimo, że zdecydowanie lepiej rozpisana charakterem to nie to czego tu oczekiwałem.

Do Deadpool. I Gambit. Dajcie jakiś skok, przekręt czy napad stulecia. Mamy to na początku, kiedy obaj łotrzyki biegają po mieście w uniformie... Daredevila i Spider-Mana. Komentarz oryginałów bezcenny. A wszystko to dla niejakiego Chambersa, który przy najbliżej okazji wystawia obu bohaterów. Ale to nic. Zeszyt dalej, mimo że kolo ich oszukał, to ponownie dołączają do jego ekipy. "Tym razem wierząc, że wszystko będzie okey". Naiwność scenariusza miejscami boli. Gorzej. Tak raczej w zamyśle autora miało być.

I nie miał bym mu tego za złe, gdyby "danie dnia", czyli żarty, tu działały. A nie działają. Jest kilka trafionych. Podobała mi się cała otoczka z pewnym zapaśnikiem, który okazał się powiązany z K'un-Lun, co przekłada się dla Deadpoola na naprawdę fajny motyw. Podobało mi się, jak Remy opisuje swoją cześć działania, jak to musiał się poświęcić. A w rzeczywistości miał... No to o czym faceci marzą gdy widzą ładne bliźniaczki. Plus jeden.

Kreska jest poprawna, choć były momenty naprawdę ładne. Podobały mi się twarze. Reszta już nie za bardzo. Jestem pełen sprzeczności przy tym tytule. Dlatego daję 2.5/5. Bo to niezła historia, ale nie jest też czymś co zapada w pamięci. Na plus przeważył końcowy twist fabularny, który jest dosyć pocieszny.

Ps. Bardzo mi szkoda, że D vs. G jest przedostatnim komiksem z serii Wielka Kolekcja Komiksów Marvela. Dzięki tej serii nabyłem wiele fajnych tytułów na chwilę przed tym jak Egmont przejął pałeczkę w tej materii. Łezka się kręci. Cóż, umarł król, niech żyje król.

[libreroaming · Rating 3 out of 5]

Long time comic book readers know never to let a cover fool you into thinking the picture on top accurately describes the story within unless you are very lucky, but Kevin Wada's art is so pretty. And I really liked the previous vs. limited run of "Hawkeye vs. Deadpool" so this story with two of my favorite characters was too tempting not to try.

The good news is this is decently funny and plays to Deadpool's irreverent strengths. Cameos by D-list villains and special guests: Fat Cobra of Fraction's Iron Fist and the eternal lie-smith Loki make fun plot points to play off of. It feels like a Deadpool comic that would suit in some of Duggan's mid-level arcs.

However, when one half of your vs team is shortchanged in agency and tone, it makes the story uneven. Gambit's character is basically Deadpool's straight man of the comedy duo who seems to make random choices regarding whatever works best for the rule of funny. Such as dressing up as Daredevil and starting a public fake fight with Deadpool's Spidey which is really obviously an excuse to have the reader enjoy six pages of two other heroes sounding ridiculous with dynamic art. But it doesn't really give a lot of character work for Gambit and Deadpool's relationship, and that's really what I wanted to see in this story.

The main conceit of the two not being able to really trust each other and being duped by a third agent is a good set up. But, again, the writing seems to sacrifice any through lines for the next convenient joke. There is a dramatic moment that ends one issue and is literally handwaved away in a page in the next character appearance. Gambit's powers have backfired on him and caused him to charge organic matter, meaning he accidentally blows up a Rogue-lookalike's hand and leaves her in a hospital. Only to find out next time they meet that she has magical monk powers to restore it because...chi mysticism doesn't need explanation. See? And you thought I was just misusing figurative language for emphasis!

Overall, it's okay. The art is clean, there are a lot of visual gags. Lots of meta humor and nods to fans of the characters. If you wanted to call attention to flaws, then it's a series that didn't know how to balance all its resources. If you don't mind things leaning toward Deadpool-esque nonsense then you'll find a lot of things to enjoy. But I'd say that it shortchanged Gambit, and if you want a funnier and more coherent reluctant team up story you should try "Hawkeye vs. Deadpool" first.

But, hey, still miles more coherent than Batman v. Superman! Where the v. is for, uh, symbolism.

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus* · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a hilarious read in places, but terribly confusing in others. I think the writers over-complicated the seemingly straightforward plot and the constant string of other superheroes/villains cameos didn't help. Not that they weren't nice to see but could have definitely been handled differently.

If their aim was to create a completely nonsensical, chaotic narrative, they absolutely nailed it.

Again, I feel like the humor saved the story and Deadpool was, as always, spot on. I'm not a Gambit fan so I can't speak much for him. In fact, I can barely recall his existence in this comic. He had some nice comebacks and a few jokes here and there, but mostly felt part of the background and not very noticeable. A very washed out version, which was disappointing.

I think the reader's experience will depend a lot on their attitude towards this comic. It's not meant to be taken at all seriously (which should be a given with any Deadpool comic) and will definitely leave you a bit disoriented about what's actually going on. Even if one enjoys this level of randomness (which I usually do), it will still feel a bit too messy and hard to keep up.

The art was fine, if a bit rugged in places, but not my favorite. I prefer a cleaner, more polished look. However, I really enjoyed how Beyruth captured the characters' expressions and made them come to life. Sometimes one could actually do without dialogue and still understand their feelings perfectly. Also, pretty nostalgic and great for fans of old school comics.

Overall, I think I need to re-read this at least one more time before proper judgement. For now, I'm totally looking forward to the next issue and hoping it'll be better than this one.

[Christopher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deadpool v Gambit: The “V” is for “Vs.”is fast rib breakinly funny and never lets up from the start! The intrplay between the Deadpool is hilarious and the way they stitch up other characters is hilarious! For examples Spider-Man and Daredevils framing up for when they were simply out antiquing will have your ribs hurting!

At the same time the book is stuffed to the gills with guest stars and plot twists! Deadpool v Gambit: The “V” is for “Vs.” thrives on taking the mick out of everything other character they have in it! At the same time Deadpool v Gambit: The “V” is for “Vs.” really contrasts the two main characters of the book really using their differences to great effect as Deadpool barrels his way through things and Gambit tries to be more subtle but they end up in the same place!

Deadpool v Gambit: The “V” is for “Vs.” art is sharp and crisp! It is use to brilliant effect including fourth wall breaking with Deapools form preceeding paines helping out later Deapools! Thestroy is told on an epic canvas but never forgets the nature of the characters and the humour of the situations they find themselves in!

Brilliant and Rib Breaking from the start! Fourth wall breaking with nods and winks to previous book and setting up new plot point for all the characters! Deadpool v Gambit: The “V” is for “Vs.” will keep you on yoour toes guessing what if going to happen! Crisp High Five! Get it when you can! :D

[Silas · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm a huge Gambit fan, and have enjoyed a lot of Deadpool books (though more so in the late '90s than much more recently), so I thought this seemed like a slam dunk. There were some enjoyable parts of this book, but for the most part, I didn't enjoy it. A lot of the jokes involved Deadpool calling Gambit out on privilege (for some reason) while the author cracks jokes at the expense of people who visit farmers' markets. I could get past most of that, and kept on reading. Eventually, Fat Cobra showed up. I'm a huge fan of the Iron Fist and the Immortal Weapons, so that seemed like fun, but then while Deadpool's powers were on the fritz, Fat Cobra gifted him with chi powers from K'un L'un. There are so many things wrong with that, and it really soured a book that was already headed downward for me. If this were maybe a Howard the Duck book, I could sort of set that aside, because that sort of ridiculous thing does happen to Howard (though I still wouldn't like it), but Deadpool isn't quite that far, and it just turned into mopping up from there, and I finished it without gusto. This could have been a lot of fun, but it just wasn't. The author didn't seem to understand the characters very well, so it was a let down.