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Action Comics (2016)
Superman: Action Comics, Vol. 3: Men of Steel
The smash-hit Rebirth of Superman continues, from classic Superman writer Dan Jurgens and artists Tyler Kirkham, Patrick Zircher and Stephen Segovia.
Lex Luthor says he’s a hero. He’s even taken to wearing the Superman “S” on his armor. And so far, though he’s unable to trust him, Superman can’t find any evidence that Lex is anything but what he claims to be.
But for the mysterious alien warrior who calls himself the God Killer, evidence isn’t necessary. He’s been granted a vision of the future where Lex ascends to Darkseid’s throne on Apokolips and crushes Earth beneath his heel. For the terrible crimes he is destined to commit, the only sentence can be death!
Now Superman finds himself in the unlikely position of having to defend his greatest enemy from certain death...even if it means enduring the wrath of the God Killer himself!
Can Superman possibly save Lex from overwhelming odds? Or would the universe be better off if he let the God Killer complete his mission? Collecting ACTION COMICS #967-972.
Lex Luthor says he’s a hero. He’s even taken to wearing the Superman “S” on his armor. And so far, though he’s unable to trust him, Superman can’t find any evidence that Lex is anything but what he claims to be.
But for the mysterious alien warrior who calls himself the God Killer, evidence isn’t necessary. He’s been granted a vision of the future where Lex ascends to Darkseid’s throne on Apokolips and crushes Earth beneath his heel. For the terrible crimes he is destined to commit, the only sentence can be death!
Now Superman finds himself in the unlikely position of having to defend his greatest enemy from certain death...even if it means enduring the wrath of the God Killer himself!
Can Superman possibly save Lex from overwhelming odds? Or would the universe be better off if he let the God Killer complete his mission? Collecting ACTION COMICS #967-972.
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First published July 4, 2017
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Dan Jurgens
2,231 books285 followersDan Jurgens is an American comic book writer and artist. He is known for his work on the DC comic book storyline "The Death of Superman" and for creating characters such as Doomsday, Hank Henshaw, and Booster Gold. Jurgens had a lengthy run on the Superman comic books including The Adventures of Superman, Superman vol. 2 and Action Comics. At Marvel, Jurgens worked on series such as Captain America, The Sensational Spider-Man and was the writer on Thor for six years. He also had a brief run as writer and artist on Solar for Valiant Comics in 1995.
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August 18, 2017
The God killer has come to earth to kill Lex Luthor. He's had a vision where Lex has replaced Darkseid in the future. Supes and Lex team up to fight L-Call and Zane for 6 issues. There's also some minor plot with Lois and new Clark that gets left in the dust for the most part.
The Good: This is the best volume Jurgens has written so far. He keeps the plot simple and it works well. I like good Lex and hope this version stays that way. I loved the interaction between Supes and Lex and why Superman has such a distrust of Lex. The three artists on the book have different styles, but are all talented.
The Bad: Lois is pretty much filler in this volume. She and Jon hardly do anything.
The Ugly: They better reveal Clark Kent's deal soon. I honestly don't really care and just want it over with. He's not in the least bit interesting.
Received an advance copy from DC and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
The Good: This is the best volume Jurgens has written so far. He keeps the plot simple and it works well. I like good Lex and hope this version stays that way. I loved the interaction between Supes and Lex and why Superman has such a distrust of Lex. The three artists on the book have different styles, but are all talented.
The Bad: Lois is pretty much filler in this volume. She and Jon hardly do anything.
The Ugly: They better reveal Clark Kent's deal soon. I honestly don't really care and just want it over with. He's not in the least bit interesting.
Received an advance copy from DC and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
June 30, 2017
So the last volume of action comics was a little uneven for me. However, I enjoyed the first volume a lot (I know half and half for most people. Doomsday played out but I thought the fight was fun). So now we get a arc that focuses on Lex and Superman's trust in the man. The Godslayer is here and he has said Lex MUST DIE! Superman hears the reasoning of why Lex must die but will he agree to it? Well shit man, you gotta read to find out!
What I liked: Something about Lex and Clark teaming up was a ton of fun. Especially this Lex, who've I enjoyed. Smart as ever yet on the side of good. It's interesting to see him work together. I also enjoyed the art. Everything is so nice and easy to follow. On top of that the moments with the family is both fun and interesting. I thought Dan always got that right since Lois and Clark.
What I didn't like: The other clark storyline needs to get moving quick. He's interesting, but they make him come across as creepy killer here almost and wondering if that's the path or not. They need to expose him!
Overall this is another fun adventure into the world of Superman. If I'm to be honest Superman is Rebirth's best right now. Both Action Comics and Superman have been really really SOLID. I hope it continues this way!
What I liked: Something about Lex and Clark teaming up was a ton of fun. Especially this Lex, who've I enjoyed. Smart as ever yet on the side of good. It's interesting to see him work together. I also enjoyed the art. Everything is so nice and easy to follow. On top of that the moments with the family is both fun and interesting. I thought Dan always got that right since Lois and Clark.
What I didn't like: The other clark storyline needs to get moving quick. He's interesting, but they make him come across as creepy killer here almost and wondering if that's the path or not. They need to expose him!
Overall this is another fun adventure into the world of Superman. If I'm to be honest Superman is Rebirth's best right now. Both Action Comics and Superman have been really really SOLID. I hope it continues this way!
June 21, 2021
This was such a great story!
It starts off with two aliens called Godslayer and Zade arriving on earth and attacking Lex Luthor and Superman fights them and he asks them their reason and he finds out that the aliens have attacked them because of a possible future in which Lex becomes the next Darkseid and lays waste to million of worlds and attack him and take him to a planet named Nideesi and Clark being the good Samaritan he is finds the portal to that place and when he arrives there he fights them off and meets their elders who ordered this and from there we learn the mysterious origin of the Godslayer and who they are and their motive for doing what they did and will Superman be able to save Lex? Can he prevent the birth of the next Darkseid? What future awaits him? And whatever happened to Lois and Jon?
Its all answered here and its brilliant. Getting to see a different side of Lex where the story is told from his POV and the way they team up to fight them is just epic and also Superman realizing this is a different lex is perfect. I like how the references to Johns New 52 JL is there and its really well done and I like the status quo at the end and visions of things to come.
Again great writing, Jurgens getting into what makes Superman well Superman. AND He writes Lex perfectly as a guy trying to reform and then the way he interacts with Clark is just brilliant. The art is great again and each scene is a thrilling movie. And its puts philosophical questions: Is it right to declare those guilty for a crime they may commit?
It starts off with two aliens called Godslayer and Zade arriving on earth and attacking Lex Luthor and Superman fights them and he asks them their reason and he finds out that the aliens have attacked them because of a possible future in which Lex becomes the next Darkseid and lays waste to million of worlds and attack him and take him to a planet named Nideesi and Clark being the good Samaritan he is finds the portal to that place and when he arrives there he fights them off and meets their elders who ordered this and from there we learn the mysterious origin of the Godslayer and who they are and their motive for doing what they did and will Superman be able to save Lex? Can he prevent the birth of the next Darkseid? What future awaits him? And whatever happened to Lois and Jon?
Its all answered here and its brilliant. Getting to see a different side of Lex where the story is told from his POV and the way they team up to fight them is just epic and also Superman realizing this is a different lex is perfect. I like how the references to Johns New 52 JL is there and its really well done and I like the status quo at the end and visions of things to come.
Again great writing, Jurgens getting into what makes Superman well Superman. AND He writes Lex perfectly as a guy trying to reform and then the way he interacts with Clark is just brilliant. The art is great again and each scene is a thrilling movie. And its puts philosophical questions: Is it right to declare those guilty for a crime they may commit?
July 4, 2017
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I received a free copy of Superman: Action Comics Volume 3: Men Of Steel from DC Comics in exchange for my honest opinion.
With this being the first time that I have been able to follow an storyline for more than a single volume, I have noticed the character development and how the overall storyline is going. I now have a better understanding of why the characters act as they do and am now starting to understand their motives.
The art style was very similar to the previous two volumes. The new characters seemed to be suited to the art style but both Superman and Lex Luthor did not seem to be the centre of attention in this volume (even though they should be). This seemed quite apparent in how each character was drawn, with me constantly being drawn to these new characters and not Superman and Lex Luthor.
What really worked in this volume was the storyline. A lot was explained that furthered both Lex Luthor and this new Superman. The God Killer has deemed that Lex Luthor is dangerous enough in the future that to stop his future crimes, he is to be executed. Whilst Superman understand where the God Killer is coming from, he does not agree with punishing the victim before the crime. This volume seemed to delve into both Superman’s and Lex Luthor’s psyche and why they both do what they do.
With this being the third volume, I would recommend that you read the first two too get a full understanding of the conflict that comes to heat in this one.
I received a free copy of Superman: Action Comics Volume 3: Men Of Steel from DC Comics in exchange for my honest opinion.
With this being the first time that I have been able to follow an storyline for more than a single volume, I have noticed the character development and how the overall storyline is going. I now have a better understanding of why the characters act as they do and am now starting to understand their motives.
The art style was very similar to the previous two volumes. The new characters seemed to be suited to the art style but both Superman and Lex Luthor did not seem to be the centre of attention in this volume (even though they should be). This seemed quite apparent in how each character was drawn, with me constantly being drawn to these new characters and not Superman and Lex Luthor.
What really worked in this volume was the storyline. A lot was explained that furthered both Lex Luthor and this new Superman. The God Killer has deemed that Lex Luthor is dangerous enough in the future that to stop his future crimes, he is to be executed. Whilst Superman understand where the God Killer is coming from, he does not agree with punishing the victim before the crime. This volume seemed to delve into both Superman’s and Lex Luthor’s psyche and why they both do what they do.
With this being the third volume, I would recommend that you read the first two too get a full understanding of the conflict that comes to heat in this one.
August 12, 2017
Superman and Lex Luthor team up to stop two creatures from another world who have seen the future - Lex is destined to become the new Darkseid, and so he must be stopped!
This story screams 'written to fill out a trade,' which is a shame because the current DC trading schedules have meant that whatever story you want to tell, they'll make it fit. There's enough story here for three, maybe four issues, and instead it's dragged out into six as Lex, Superman, Zade, and L'Call go over and over the same arguments without offering any new perspectives until the ultimate conclusion in part 6, which is just frustrating. I was more interested in Lois and Jon back at the Planet than the intergalactic adventure that Superman and Lex were on by the end.
The art is split between Tyler Kirkham, who's a lot more fast and loose with his pencilling, Patch Zircher whose very distinctive inking techniques are still my favourite on the book, and Stephen Segovia, who lands somewhere in the middle. They each pencil two consecutive issues each, which works for the three 'acts' of the story, since they're not that great of a match visually when their issues are set side-by-side.
Too little, too long, for this one. Still fun, but in a mindless 'I can skim read this and get the whole story' kind of way. Go back to the shorter arcs, Action Comics - those are what you do best.
This story screams 'written to fill out a trade,' which is a shame because the current DC trading schedules have meant that whatever story you want to tell, they'll make it fit. There's enough story here for three, maybe four issues, and instead it's dragged out into six as Lex, Superman, Zade, and L'Call go over and over the same arguments without offering any new perspectives until the ultimate conclusion in part 6, which is just frustrating. I was more interested in Lois and Jon back at the Planet than the intergalactic adventure that Superman and Lex were on by the end.
The art is split between Tyler Kirkham, who's a lot more fast and loose with his pencilling, Patch Zircher whose very distinctive inking techniques are still my favourite on the book, and Stephen Segovia, who lands somewhere in the middle. They each pencil two consecutive issues each, which works for the three 'acts' of the story, since they're not that great of a match visually when their issues are set side-by-side.
Too little, too long, for this one. Still fun, but in a mindless 'I can skim read this and get the whole story' kind of way. Go back to the shorter arcs, Action Comics - those are what you do best.
June 19, 2025
Out of all the Action Comics from Jurgens and the Superman by Tomasi that I have been reading these past few days, this has been my favorite so far. While Superman and Jon go looking for that building that disappeared in the last volume, someone named L’Call the godslayer and his homie, Zade pull up on Lex Luthor to take him for execution. Why? Well, to the tune of the Minority Report movie, they have for seen the future where Lex takes Darkseid’s place as the scourge of the universe destroying and killing millions. Superman won’t let this happen. It was cool to see Superman question himself as he works to save Lex. Then later, dropped on a planet with a red sun, he loses his powers and Lex has to protect him. I had a blast with this even tho this type of plot has been used before. Nice artwork throughout also.
July 30, 2017
3.5! A pleasant surprise!
World: The art is mostly okay. It's very retro in it's colors and framing but I like it cause this is a Jurgens book and this Supes feels very classic and I like it. The world building here is interesting and it's moving full force forward with this New52 Luthor and it's a wonderful little bit of change. The pieces we see here are still a mystery and that makes this world interesting and I am enjoying this new Rebirth world.
Story: I was very pleasantly surprised. It was very classic in it's look at good and evil and the villain was very classic. The changes in the story and the world with Luthor was great, it made for good drama and good stories moving forward. L'Call was a good antagonist and the relationship between this Clark and Lex is fresh and new, feels like early Smallville.
Characters: Clark is Clark and that's great, him working out his feelings with Lex is good and keeping his moral compass fixed is a good thing for the DCU. Lex is an interesting character, since the New52 he's become interesting and different, I want to see where they take this character and where he will (I assume) eventually end up. Lois and mystery Clark is also interesting and I am loving their story and their characterizations that set them apart from New52 counterparts.
Very classic, very straight forward and very fun.
Onward to the next book!
World: The art is mostly okay. It's very retro in it's colors and framing but I like it cause this is a Jurgens book and this Supes feels very classic and I like it. The world building here is interesting and it's moving full force forward with this New52 Luthor and it's a wonderful little bit of change. The pieces we see here are still a mystery and that makes this world interesting and I am enjoying this new Rebirth world.
Story: I was very pleasantly surprised. It was very classic in it's look at good and evil and the villain was very classic. The changes in the story and the world with Luthor was great, it made for good drama and good stories moving forward. L'Call was a good antagonist and the relationship between this Clark and Lex is fresh and new, feels like early Smallville.
Characters: Clark is Clark and that's great, him working out his feelings with Lex is good and keeping his moral compass fixed is a good thing for the DCU. Lex is an interesting character, since the New52 he's become interesting and different, I want to see where they take this character and where he will (I assume) eventually end up. Lois and mystery Clark is also interesting and I am loving their story and their characterizations that set them apart from New52 counterparts.
Very classic, very straight forward and very fun.
Onward to the next book!
January 5, 2026
Superman: Action Comics Vol. 3 – Men of Steel is straight-up great fun. Big, kinetic superhero action with Godslayer at the center, but anchored by a genuinely thoughtful question: should Superman take a life to prevent the terrible things someone might do in the future?
Dan Jurgens balances spectacle with character work, letting the fights land while still giving the story real moral weight. The rotating art teams (Kirkham, Zircher, Segovia) keep the energy high throughout. A very satisfying read.
Dan Jurgens balances spectacle with character work, letting the fights land while still giving the story real moral weight. The rotating art teams (Kirkham, Zircher, Segovia) keep the energy high throughout. A very satisfying read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 3, 2017
Whoever figured out how to revamp Superman and his stories for DC Rebirth should be applauded. Both Action Comics and Superman titles are way better than they were during the New 52....
This Volume revolves around both men claiming the title of Superman (Lex Luthor and Pre-Flashpoint Clark Kent) and their encounter with "Godslayer", an alien from a future world beset upon by Darkseid and his army of Parademons. The twist is this: in his future, Lex has become Darkseid!
Godslayer has been sent to kill Lex and prevent this future tragedy. Much of the conflict here is internal and morality based, as Superman needs to save Lex, despite his acceptance that this potential future may be true. When they both end up on a world with a Red sun, Lex must return the favor and keep Superman safe. They ultimately end by calling a truce with each other and promising to not immediately assume the other did it for the future (we'll see if that lasts).
The storyline with the other Clark still isn't resolved, but he does learn about Jon, being told that he is Lois' nephew, and all the drama is there still. I really hope this resolves soon.
Overall, another excellent outing for Action Comics. Slowly approaching issue #1000.... high recommend.
This Volume revolves around both men claiming the title of Superman (Lex Luthor and Pre-Flashpoint Clark Kent) and their encounter with "Godslayer", an alien from a future world beset upon by Darkseid and his army of Parademons. The twist is this: in his future, Lex has become Darkseid!
Godslayer has been sent to kill Lex and prevent this future tragedy. Much of the conflict here is internal and morality based, as Superman needs to save Lex, despite his acceptance that this potential future may be true. When they both end up on a world with a Red sun, Lex must return the favor and keep Superman safe. They ultimately end by calling a truce with each other and promising to not immediately assume the other did it for the future (we'll see if that lasts).
The storyline with the other Clark still isn't resolved, but he does learn about Jon, being told that he is Lois' nephew, and all the drama is there still. I really hope this resolves soon.
Overall, another excellent outing for Action Comics. Slowly approaching issue #1000.... high recommend.
September 4, 2017
'Superman: Action Comics Vol. 3: Men of Steel' by Dan Jurgens takes the issue of Lex Luthor acting heroic head on.
When Superman died, Lex Luthor took on his role. With a powered suit, a boom tube that he acquired, and Superman's old cape, he was in business. The new Superman is suspicious. In his world, Lex is corrupt and evil. So when the God Killer shows up to kill Lex for something Lex will do in the future, Superman is understandably conflicted. He feels like his suspicions are justified, but can you condemn a man to death for something he hasn't done yet?
This volume collects Action Comics 967-972, and it's a fight that spans just about that entire run. There are some subplots sprinkled throughout involving a missing building and a powerless Clark Kent and his interactions with Superman's wife, Lois Lane. Jon shows up as the eager young son who wants to help out.
The art is pretty solid as are the covers. This graphic novel includes variant covers for the run.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from DC Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
When Superman died, Lex Luthor took on his role. With a powered suit, a boom tube that he acquired, and Superman's old cape, he was in business. The new Superman is suspicious. In his world, Lex is corrupt and evil. So when the God Killer shows up to kill Lex for something Lex will do in the future, Superman is understandably conflicted. He feels like his suspicions are justified, but can you condemn a man to death for something he hasn't done yet?
This volume collects Action Comics 967-972, and it's a fight that spans just about that entire run. There are some subplots sprinkled throughout involving a missing building and a powerless Clark Kent and his interactions with Superman's wife, Lois Lane. Jon shows up as the eager young son who wants to help out.
The art is pretty solid as are the covers. This graphic novel includes variant covers for the run.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from DC Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
August 25, 2017
Really liking these Action Comics!
no time to review.. must continue reading :)
Just read the damn thing already ;)
no time to review.. must continue reading :)
Just read the damn thing already ;)
September 20, 2017
A large improvement over the first two volumes.
January 23, 2021
5 🌟
Lex is sentenced by the Godslayer to death. Superman helps Lex. Lois tries to finish what the other Lois was working on.
Lex is sentenced by the Godslayer to death. Superman helps Lex. Lois tries to finish what the other Lois was working on.
July 24, 2017
Superb. It is now official DC Comics has made Superman the must read for their line of comics. WhilePeter Tomasi & Patrick Gleason are telling more of family adventure story in the titled Superman series, Dan Jurgens is telling all of the big summer blockbuster Sci-fi stories in the Superman: Action Comics series. Action Comics just feels nostalgic but offers just a slight twist to make the book feel brand new. What makes this book tick is the emotional stakes and mystery hidden within the book. First, We have Superman but he is not really the superman of this earth. Then there is a mysterious Clark Kent running around in Metropolis which just not only confuses the main characters but the readers as well. In the third volume of series Superman has been investigating our Earth's version of Lex Luther. The Post-Flashpoint Superman is cautiously watching Lex to stop him from going down the dark path his Earth's Lex went down. This issue gets serious when two alien assassins show up at Lexcorp to kill Lex Luthor citing his involvement in a future crime that will kill millions. I could not help but feel that the plot to this book was DC Comics way of poking fun at Marvel's Civil War II. At any rate Superman faces a crisis of conscience as he must save Lex Luthor but in the process could he be endangering the future of millions. Jurgens tells a really well drawn story here. This is one good looking series and it definitely keeps you on the edge of your seat. Dan Jurgens also writes a good Lex Luthor and the book really makes you question many notions about destiny and evil. This is a definite must read for all Superman fans.
August 8, 2017
The art is good and so is the story in this graphic novel in which Superman's principles are put forward and tested in a way that I have not read in ages. I applaud Dan Jurgens for writing the character of Superman the way he's supposed to be written.
March 19, 2018
Lex Luthor - "evil or misunderstood?" is the lazy 90's sitcom trope "will they or won't they kiss" blighted upon the comic landscape.
January 6, 2023
At the conclusion of Darkseid Wars, Lex Luthor inherits the throne of Apokolips That's why he is the target of new characters L'Call and Zane because they saw a premoniton that Luthor will conquer the universe as the new ruler of Apokolips. But Superman defends Lex because he believe you cannot accuse someone to a crime that he still not commit.
Overall this volume shows the dynamic between this two opposing forces. Despite this, the two eventually trust each other and formed an unlikely alliance.
I really love the art of Zircher and Segovia. They compliment each other and shows continuity in this volume.
Overall this volume shows the dynamic between this two opposing forces. Despite this, the two eventually trust each other and formed an unlikely alliance.
I really love the art of Zircher and Segovia. They compliment each other and shows continuity in this volume.
October 3, 2018
The story isn't anything special: Lex is hunted by two space-terminators who looked into the future and saw that Luthor could become the true successor to Darkseid and want to kill him. It's saved from pure mediocrity by the Lex/Superman dynamic, since Clark is reluctantly defending Lex and the two discover each other's qualities. What makes this arc more rewarding is having followed Luthor's story since Forever Evil, through Darkseid War and now AC Rebirth. It's a story that's been growing for 5 years now and I like that Jurgens grabbed the torch Johns passed on.
October 28, 2019
Probably the best volume so far of the Action Comics: Rebirth volumes.
Jurgens does a good job of addressing the issue of Superman having preconceived notions of Luthor without actually giving him a chance. I mean, how could you not? We all do, given the history of Luthor before the new 52. And that's what Superman is remembering. All that history is still part of this Superman's past, so its no wonder he's constantly waiting for the "turn" of Luthor.
But ever since the new 52, Luthor hasn't been really "evil". I mean, he's certainly a dick, and arrogant, and greedy, vain, selfish, etc... but, he doesn't really have super villain plots or hurt anyone (on purpose anyways). So when a "God Killer" comes to kill Luthor for crimes he will commit in the future, how does Superman reconcile that with his own preconceived notions of Luthor? He is ALSO worried about what Lex will do in the future.
Ultimately, Superman is able to see past his own hypocrisy to protect the innocent until proven guilty. And its a great way to get not only Superman's guard down, but ours as well. This whole time I've been waiting for that inevitable turn, but for now, it seems Luthor has proven himself.
The art was comprised of 3 rotating artists, and while their styles were different, they were similar enough, not to mention damn good, to not cause any major break in the story or make a noticeable difference in terms of quality. The art team did a great job.
I like where this book is going, especially since they are setting up the new Clark Kent as something that will be explored going forward. Action Comics is hitting a stride, and I cant wait to read where it's headed next.
Jurgens does a good job of addressing the issue of Superman having preconceived notions of Luthor without actually giving him a chance. I mean, how could you not? We all do, given the history of Luthor before the new 52. And that's what Superman is remembering. All that history is still part of this Superman's past, so its no wonder he's constantly waiting for the "turn" of Luthor.
But ever since the new 52, Luthor hasn't been really "evil". I mean, he's certainly a dick, and arrogant, and greedy, vain, selfish, etc... but, he doesn't really have super villain plots or hurt anyone (on purpose anyways). So when a "God Killer" comes to kill Luthor for crimes he will commit in the future, how does Superman reconcile that with his own preconceived notions of Luthor? He is ALSO worried about what Lex will do in the future.
Ultimately, Superman is able to see past his own hypocrisy to protect the innocent until proven guilty. And its a great way to get not only Superman's guard down, but ours as well. This whole time I've been waiting for that inevitable turn, but for now, it seems Luthor has proven himself.
The art was comprised of 3 rotating artists, and while their styles were different, they were similar enough, not to mention damn good, to not cause any major break in the story or make a noticeable difference in terms of quality. The art team did a great job.
I like where this book is going, especially since they are setting up the new Clark Kent as something that will be explored going forward. Action Comics is hitting a stride, and I cant wait to read where it's headed next.
May 20, 2018
To put it simply, this was a COOL read. Superman having to save Lex Luthor; Lex Luthor later having to protect Superman--talk about the world being turned upside down! I'm really enjoying this take on Lex Luthor--a person genuinely trying to do good, but (because of his ambition that we have always known since the day he was first introduced in comics), there is always that threat of him being, not just a villain, but a terrifying force with which to be reckoned. That conflict is a fascinating one, especially when you add in the fact that Superman knew a Luthor who was exactly that, even if this one (maybe) isn't. This comic takes all of those suspicions, what-ifs, and struggles and forces them into the limelight. The end result is one that's heavy on character and themes (the fact that all life, no matter what, has value, and that we, as individuals, have the power over the future), but that also doesn't shy away from classic comic book action. And, among all that, Dan Jurgens still managed to keep the "other Clark Kent" mystery alive while giving us some great Jon Kent family moments. My only complaint is that I wish certain elements of the "visions" and how exactly they worked would have been made more clear. Some of that felt a bit lackluster in comparison to all the other insights we were given--especially when the comics were actually narrated by Luthor; that was pretty cool! Still, Rebirth keeps giving me what I want, and I'm excited to read more.
November 20, 2017
I've never been disappointed by Dan Jurgens' work, and he doesn't disappoint here. In a story cool for its own sake, and important for ongoing Superman work in this new/newly-restored DCU, Superman and Lex team up to deal with an off-world threat, beat it and resolve their personal issues. This is a great example of how action in comics--combined with the traditional narrated thought "box" (it's the same damn thing as the thought balloons...but admittedly less visually distracting) can build character without sacrificing immediate action. Jurgens delivers both with elan in this volume. We learn about Superman, seeing Clark reinforce who he is, and we get inside Lex's head a bit more and realize that we, like Superman, are going to have to settle in and trust the bald guy, who may indeed have turned his coat in the new DCU.
Furthermore we get a glimpse of future plotlines--both imminent and who knows how far off--as the human "Clark" who showed up a volume or two ago proves an increasing pain to Lois, and as there's a seer who, of course, in grand comic book fashion, gives us a glimpse of what's coming for Big Blue. Well done, Dan. Not an instant classic, but the kind of steady quality work that defined collectable when I was still buying monthly books.
Furthermore we get a glimpse of future plotlines--both imminent and who knows how far off--as the human "Clark" who showed up a volume or two ago proves an increasing pain to Lois, and as there's a seer who, of course, in grand comic book fashion, gives us a glimpse of what's coming for Big Blue. Well done, Dan. Not an instant classic, but the kind of steady quality work that defined collectable when I was still buying monthly books.
July 30, 2017
Collects Action Comics issues #967-972
Superman and Lex Luthor are forced to team up in this collection, and it is fun reading about the relational dynamics between the New 52 Lex and the pre-Flashpoint Superman. This Superman is such a noble hero, it is hard not to like him. He is a great hero, and having a chance to see him as a family man makes it an even better read for me. Dan Jurgens was born to write Superman.
Superman and Lex Luthor are forced to team up in this collection, and it is fun reading about the relational dynamics between the New 52 Lex and the pre-Flashpoint Superman. This Superman is such a noble hero, it is hard not to like him. He is a great hero, and having a chance to see him as a family man makes it an even better read for me. Dan Jurgens was born to write Superman.
September 17, 2017
A bit on the long side, as the main story featuring Superman and Lex Luthor could have been told in 2-3 issues instead of six. It got a bit repetitive, but Jurgens and company still keep it interesting enough.
The Lois and Jon subplot, along with the mystery of the other Clark Kent, are the best parts of the book. Lois needs her own comic asap.
The Lois and Jon subplot, along with the mystery of the other Clark Kent, are the best parts of the book. Lois needs her own comic asap.
August 23, 2017
***** I received a digital ARC of this from Netgalley.com.
With this 3rd volume, Superman: Action Comics continues to be one of the best Rebirth titles. Writer Dan Jurgens was the perfect choice to helm this series. Jurgens was one of the people behind the Death of Superman story back in the 1990's, and he keeps showing us that he's not out of great ideas for the character yet. This volume revolves a guy named L'Call, who refers to himself as the Godslayer, that is trying to kill Lex Luthor due to visions he has seen of Lex's future. In these visions, Lex has become as much of a despot as Darkseid was. L'Call isn't alone in his quest to kill Lex. He brought his buddy Zade along. Zade releases pheromones that can weaken any enemy no matter what that enemy's strengths may be. For example, Lex was almost feeble minded around Zade because Lex's biggest strength is his mind.
Superman is forced to come to Lex's rescue. He doesn't rust Lex, but there is no way he just stand by while L'Call executes Lex for something he hasn't even done yet. There are some nice action sequences in the book, but the main story element revolves around Superman coming to realize that the Lex of this world is not the same Lex he knew on his own world. During breaks in the story with Lex, Superman, and L'call, there is a subplot that focuses on Lois, Jon, and the non-powered Clark Kent. This is only slightly touched upon, but Jurgens gives the reader just enough to keep the plot in mind. I, for one, can't wait to see what's going on here. This has had me hooked since the beginning of the series. Jurgens delivers again. The writing for this one gets 4.5 stars.
3 artists cover 2 sequential issues each in the book. Tyler Kirkham illustrates the first 2 issues. Patch Zircher takes over for the next 2. Stephen Segovia wraps the book up. Kirkham and Zircher are very close in style and talent. The first 4 issues look great. The quality drops some for Segovia's issues. I wish that Zircher and Kirkham could handle the full load and just take Segovia out of the rotation, but Segovia's art isn't bad enough to detract that much from the overall quality of the book. The art gets 4 stars.
Superman has never been a favorite character of mine and I've never read a lot of his monthly titles. Most of my comic related experience with the character has been in either team books or special stories like Superman: For All Seasons. Still, I love this series, and it has quickly become a favorite. This is definitely one of the must read Rebirth titles.
With this 3rd volume, Superman: Action Comics continues to be one of the best Rebirth titles. Writer Dan Jurgens was the perfect choice to helm this series. Jurgens was one of the people behind the Death of Superman story back in the 1990's, and he keeps showing us that he's not out of great ideas for the character yet. This volume revolves a guy named L'Call, who refers to himself as the Godslayer, that is trying to kill Lex Luthor due to visions he has seen of Lex's future. In these visions, Lex has become as much of a despot as Darkseid was. L'Call isn't alone in his quest to kill Lex. He brought his buddy Zade along. Zade releases pheromones that can weaken any enemy no matter what that enemy's strengths may be. For example, Lex was almost feeble minded around Zade because Lex's biggest strength is his mind.
Superman is forced to come to Lex's rescue. He doesn't rust Lex, but there is no way he just stand by while L'Call executes Lex for something he hasn't even done yet. There are some nice action sequences in the book, but the main story element revolves around Superman coming to realize that the Lex of this world is not the same Lex he knew on his own world. During breaks in the story with Lex, Superman, and L'call, there is a subplot that focuses on Lois, Jon, and the non-powered Clark Kent. This is only slightly touched upon, but Jurgens gives the reader just enough to keep the plot in mind. I, for one, can't wait to see what's going on here. This has had me hooked since the beginning of the series. Jurgens delivers again. The writing for this one gets 4.5 stars.
3 artists cover 2 sequential issues each in the book. Tyler Kirkham illustrates the first 2 issues. Patch Zircher takes over for the next 2. Stephen Segovia wraps the book up. Kirkham and Zircher are very close in style and talent. The first 4 issues look great. The quality drops some for Segovia's issues. I wish that Zircher and Kirkham could handle the full load and just take Segovia out of the rotation, but Segovia's art isn't bad enough to detract that much from the overall quality of the book. The art gets 4 stars.
Superman has never been a favorite character of mine and I've never read a lot of his monthly titles. Most of my comic related experience with the character has been in either team books or special stories like Superman: For All Seasons. Still, I love this series, and it has quickly become a favorite. This is definitely one of the must read Rebirth titles.
January 6, 2019
Tras tres volúmenes de esta serie, puedo decir que valió la pena la espera. Si bien toda la trama con los tres Clark Kents (el fallecido de New 52 también cuenta porque es el que inspiró a Lex), y las dos Lois, sigue siendo muy enredada, tenemos mucha acción, buenos diálogos, interacciones entre Supes y Lex y gran desarrollo de personajes. Al fin, este volumen mueve la historia hacia adelante radicalmente.
La trama es simple, una pareja de Verdugos interplanetarios, viene a juzgar a Lex porque tuvieron una visión que en el futuro se volverá el sucesor de Darkseid y matará a demasiados seres, incluyendo toda la tierra. Estos dos verdugos combaten contra Lex y Superman, mientras que Superman trata de salvar a Lex porque podrá ser un hijo de puta, pero es su hijo de puta y nadie lo matará hasta que le demuestren que es culpable.
Básicamente es Civil War II de Marvel, mucho mejor hecho.
Los combates son emocionantes, y aunque el diseño de personaje de los verdugos es bastante genérico; me gustaron mucho los diálogos de L'Call y descubrir después que viene de una raza de poetas me hizo mucho sentido para que se expresara así; puntos extras para Jurgens por justificar ese pequeño detalle.
Lo mejor del volumen son las interacciones entre Lex y Superman. Hay momentos en los que hablan y tratan de profundizar en el por qué Superman no confía en Lex. Jurgens mete detalles de los primeros volúmenes de Action Comics de Rebirth, de Lois y Clark y finalmente detalles de Forever Evil de New 52; esto quiere decir que aunque todo Action Comics pareciera acción pura sin justificación o sin historia, si la tiene y está bien sustentada en las cosas que hemos visto desde hace 7 años o más. La historia comienza a cobrar forma y además se toman la libertad de mostrarnos pequeños vistazos al futuro del personaje y eso sólo puede emocionar más.
o molesto del volumen sigue siendo Lois Lane, todavía no sabe Jurgens el papel que juega ella y por eso está limitada a un papel de soporte muy malo. Ojalá se decida pronto y le de forma porque es triste verla no hacer nada, cuando sabemos que es un personaje con potencial. Jon tampoco hace mucho en este volumen pero no hay problema porque el run de Tomasi en Superman lo usa como protagonista y lo hace bastante bien.
En general, quedé bastante entusiasmado por Superman Reborn, el crossover de Action Comics y Superman y que aparentemente, resolverán el longevo misterio de los 3 Clarks. Espero valga la pena.
La trama es simple, una pareja de Verdugos interplanetarios, viene a juzgar a Lex porque tuvieron una visión que en el futuro se volverá el sucesor de Darkseid y matará a demasiados seres, incluyendo toda la tierra. Estos dos verdugos combaten contra Lex y Superman, mientras que Superman trata de salvar a Lex porque podrá ser un hijo de puta, pero es su hijo de puta y nadie lo matará hasta que le demuestren que es culpable.
Básicamente es Civil War II de Marvel, mucho mejor hecho.
Los combates son emocionantes, y aunque el diseño de personaje de los verdugos es bastante genérico; me gustaron mucho los diálogos de L'Call y descubrir después que viene de una raza de poetas me hizo mucho sentido para que se expresara así; puntos extras para Jurgens por justificar ese pequeño detalle.
Lo mejor del volumen son las interacciones entre Lex y Superman. Hay momentos en los que hablan y tratan de profundizar en el por qué Superman no confía en Lex. Jurgens mete detalles de los primeros volúmenes de Action Comics de Rebirth, de Lois y Clark y finalmente detalles de Forever Evil de New 52; esto quiere decir que aunque todo Action Comics pareciera acción pura sin justificación o sin historia, si la tiene y está bien sustentada en las cosas que hemos visto desde hace 7 años o más. La historia comienza a cobrar forma y además se toman la libertad de mostrarnos pequeños vistazos al futuro del personaje y eso sólo puede emocionar más.
o molesto del volumen sigue siendo Lois Lane, todavía no sabe Jurgens el papel que juega ella y por eso está limitada a un papel de soporte muy malo. Ojalá se decida pronto y le de forma porque es triste verla no hacer nada, cuando sabemos que es un personaje con potencial. Jon tampoco hace mucho en este volumen pero no hay problema porque el run de Tomasi en Superman lo usa como protagonista y lo hace bastante bien.
En general, quedé bastante entusiasmado por Superman Reborn, el crossover de Action Comics y Superman y que aparentemente, resolverán el longevo misterio de los 3 Clarks. Espero valga la pena.
April 18, 2024
3.75 stars. Really enjoyed this a lot. This run has consistently had mysteries, subplots, good action, good characterization, and good art. To me, this Action Comics run is far surpassing the Rebirth Superman run.
The main storyline is that two powerful aliens attack Lex and are trying to kill him. They are the Godslayer and Zade. This is their duty, as they believe they can see the future with absolute certainty and take out threats that are destined to destroy worlds. Their vision is that Lex takes over as the next ruler of Apokolips since Darkseid is gone now.
Superman still does not trust Lex at all but he’s never been able to find any evidence he’s anything but good. Lex is also still being a hero with his armor suit and the S logo. Lex is captured and taken to a far away planet where they will kill him. Lex is pleading with them that he cannot be punished for a possible future crime. There is no evidence he has actually done anything. Eventually Superman makes his way there and struggles with this a bit. What if Lex will commit such atrocities and this can prevent all that? Still, he’s Superman, so he won’t let an innocent man die. He is suspicious though because Lex has a motherbox with him.
They end up on another planet with a red sun but they continue to work together. I like how it wraps up. Nobody is truly evil in this since the two aliens are just doing what they think is right. The godslayer had his world wiped out by Darkseid. Basically Superman talks them into letting them go. He says look into my future and see how I will never allow something like this to happen. Very heroic speech and nice to see a conflict resolved that way instead of continued fighting. We get a nice monologue from Lex that seems pretty heroic. Lex still had the attitude you would expect from him, but for now he seems fairly noble.
The other story going on concurrently is Lois investigating the Geneticron building that mysteriously vanished from Metropolis. She is with Jon a lot throughout this. She ends up in N52 Lois’ apartment to work from her laptop and the mysterious Clark Kent shows up. So she has to make up an excuse for who Jon is. This mysterious Clark Kent is now fully creepy. Clearly up to no good and very intriguing.
Overall, I really enjoyed it. Could have used more Lois but she was good when she was in it. Probably the right amount of Jon. And anytime we get Lex I’m all for it. Very fun dynamic with him having to team with Superman.
The main storyline is that two powerful aliens attack Lex and are trying to kill him. They are the Godslayer and Zade. This is their duty, as they believe they can see the future with absolute certainty and take out threats that are destined to destroy worlds. Their vision is that Lex takes over as the next ruler of Apokolips since Darkseid is gone now.
Superman still does not trust Lex at all but he’s never been able to find any evidence he’s anything but good. Lex is also still being a hero with his armor suit and the S logo. Lex is captured and taken to a far away planet where they will kill him. Lex is pleading with them that he cannot be punished for a possible future crime. There is no evidence he has actually done anything. Eventually Superman makes his way there and struggles with this a bit. What if Lex will commit such atrocities and this can prevent all that? Still, he’s Superman, so he won’t let an innocent man die. He is suspicious though because Lex has a motherbox with him.
They end up on another planet with a red sun but they continue to work together. I like how it wraps up. Nobody is truly evil in this since the two aliens are just doing what they think is right. The godslayer had his world wiped out by Darkseid. Basically Superman talks them into letting them go. He says look into my future and see how I will never allow something like this to happen. Very heroic speech and nice to see a conflict resolved that way instead of continued fighting. We get a nice monologue from Lex that seems pretty heroic. Lex still had the attitude you would expect from him, but for now he seems fairly noble.
The other story going on concurrently is Lois investigating the Geneticron building that mysteriously vanished from Metropolis. She is with Jon a lot throughout this. She ends up in N52 Lois’ apartment to work from her laptop and the mysterious Clark Kent shows up. So she has to make up an excuse for who Jon is. This mysterious Clark Kent is now fully creepy. Clearly up to no good and very intriguing.
Overall, I really enjoyed it. Could have used more Lois but she was good when she was in it. Probably the right amount of Jon. And anytime we get Lex I’m all for it. Very fun dynamic with him having to team with Superman.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 5, 2021
I got this for $5 at the LCS so I'm reading this along w/most of superhero graphic novel reading out of sync. I mean it's Superman, right? How confused can I be? Not very as it turns out which is okay by me. I guess Superman, his kid, Jonathan and Lois Lane are on an alternate Earth where Lex Luthor isn't exactly completely evil although a mean dude from another planet by the name of K'Larr (I think) the Godkiller, seems to think so because he can see into the future and goes around the universe and kills all future evil cosmic tyrants and he sees that Lex will someday rule Apokalips and be the Universe's worst bad guy.
Superman sez no one but me gets to push around Lex and their is punches thrown a plenty, helicopters destroyed, minor property damage in Metropolis then things are taken to another world far, far away where there is less high rent property and more punches are thrown and heat vision beams are beamed and then some back story on the K'Larr and his world and he's not such a bad guy and he's got a reason to go around killing future galaxy-Hitlers, his wife and kid were killed by Darkseid long ago (hey if the guy's now the Godkiller and he can kill future evil lords why doesn't he kill the current evil lord himself, Darkseid? plus as well if the guy goes around killing future baby-Hitlers doesn't anyone understand that will only make room for another future baby-Hitler? nature abhors a vacuum and all that . . . )
The story is by Dan Jurgens, no comix visionary, but a reliable Superman plot-spinner.
Art is shared by Tyler Kirkham - okay, Patch Kirchner - pretty good, & Stephen Segovia - okay. There are some Gary Frank variant covers at the back which just speaks to the idiocy of DC, they should've been the real, actual covers. What do I know, I'm no comic book inside-guy. I just think Gary Frank is probably the best Superman artist of the last 20 years or so, or maybe even longer than that. But it's only art, right? What does that matter in the superhero comic realm of today? Not for much it seems the way writers get their boots licked by all the fanboys nowadays. Not me though, no fanboy am I. Just a comic-book buying degenerate. thankyou very much.
Superman sez no one but me gets to push around Lex and their is punches thrown a plenty, helicopters destroyed, minor property damage in Metropolis then things are taken to another world far, far away where there is less high rent property and more punches are thrown and heat vision beams are beamed and then some back story on the K'Larr and his world and he's not such a bad guy and he's got a reason to go around killing future galaxy-Hitlers, his wife and kid were killed by Darkseid long ago (hey if the guy's now the Godkiller and he can kill future evil lords why doesn't he kill the current evil lord himself, Darkseid? plus as well if the guy goes around killing future baby-Hitlers doesn't anyone understand that will only make room for another future baby-Hitler? nature abhors a vacuum and all that . . . )
The story is by Dan Jurgens, no comix visionary, but a reliable Superman plot-spinner.
Art is shared by Tyler Kirkham - okay, Patch Kirchner - pretty good, & Stephen Segovia - okay. There are some Gary Frank variant covers at the back which just speaks to the idiocy of DC, they should've been the real, actual covers. What do I know, I'm no comic book inside-guy. I just think Gary Frank is probably the best Superman artist of the last 20 years or so, or maybe even longer than that. But it's only art, right? What does that matter in the superhero comic realm of today? Not for much it seems the way writers get their boots licked by all the fanboys nowadays. Not me though, no fanboy am I. Just a comic-book buying degenerate. thankyou very much.
December 27, 2018
Again this book is a 2.5-3 star book - i.e. average in places with some moments which I really enjoyed. The central storyline revolves a pair of hunters after Lex Luthor for future crimes which he currently has not committed. It’s basically a rehash of the Minority Report premise with the ‘twist’ that Superman must decide if the actions of the Godslayer are justified or not.
Of course they are not justified - as any sci-fi reader will tell you. The constant questioning of Superman of the ‘right thing to do’ got dull. This part was probably the least interesting part of the story. If you’re not familiar with the future crime trope you might like this more than I did. On the plus side, the plot is easy to follow and is done in one volume. Miracle for DC!
The rapprochement between Superman and Lex was generally more interesting - not significantly more as I am not convinced by Super Lex. I still think he is biding his time to turn evil again. Since I believe the comics will resort to the surprise trope again I am suspicious of this new avatar of Lex. Which is a shame, as this is the very thing that Lex and the comic are trying to rail against. If DC avoids the trope - even if they have to kill off Super Lex - then I will up this rating.
The best part of the books - and the reason why I put this over into 3 star territory are the Super-family. Seeing Jon and Superman together and Lois work at the planet and have to juggle being a mom as well were the best parts for me. If you don't like the family dynamics you probably won’t like this. As an example, Jon commenting on the classic suit and Superman’s response ( "It wasnt “underwear”, Jon. It was part of the suit, a decorative element, all sewn together as one piece.” ) was great even though I agree with Jon.
I also generally like the artwork in this one. Superman and Lois especially are really well drawn and very much in the classic frame. Human Clark is odd at times - wonder if that is deliberate. In the end I went three provisional stars.
Of course they are not justified - as any sci-fi reader will tell you. The constant questioning of Superman of the ‘right thing to do’ got dull. This part was probably the least interesting part of the story. If you’re not familiar with the future crime trope you might like this more than I did. On the plus side, the plot is easy to follow and is done in one volume. Miracle for DC!
The rapprochement between Superman and Lex was generally more interesting - not significantly more as I am not convinced by Super Lex. I still think he is biding his time to turn evil again. Since I believe the comics will resort to the surprise trope again I am suspicious of this new avatar of Lex. Which is a shame, as this is the very thing that Lex and the comic are trying to rail against. If DC avoids the trope - even if they have to kill off Super Lex - then I will up this rating.
The best part of the books - and the reason why I put this over into 3 star territory are the Super-family. Seeing Jon and Superman together and Lois work at the planet and have to juggle being a mom as well were the best parts for me. If you don't like the family dynamics you probably won’t like this. As an example, Jon commenting on the classic suit and Superman’s response ( "It wasnt “underwear”, Jon. It was part of the suit, a decorative element, all sewn together as one piece.” ) was great even though I agree with Jon.
I also generally like the artwork in this one. Superman and Lois especially are really well drawn and very much in the classic frame. Human Clark is odd at times - wonder if that is deliberate. In the end I went three provisional stars.
July 5, 2017
Superman returns in Volume 3 of the Action Comics Rebirth series and this time he's going head to head with the 'New Superman' Lex Luthor.
In this alternative universe, Superman has entered a world where he is the new Superman, but he's not the new Clark Kent. Now married to Lois Lane and with their son, all three must deal with a Lex Luthor who has adapted the 'S' symbol and is using a new weapon that can manipulate matter.
This new weapon catches the attention of a once peaceful planet turned warrior, Nidessi, that have seen a future where prophecy has said Luthor will become a ruthless dictator across different worlds in the future and sentence him to death. This isn't the first time they've preempted a would-be ruthless dictator and their sentences are carried out swiftly.
The warrior group led by the character Godslayer capture Luthor and take him to Nidessi where rather than kill him they put him on trial and jail him, as Godslayer has grown weary of his job as executioner. On his way to save the day once again, though, is Superman who believes that everyone is innocent until proven guilty and doesn't believe that Luthor should be killed for crimes he didn't (or has yet to) commit.
What I love about the Superman comics is the morality that isn't self-righteous and the action sequences that never disappoint. Superman hasn't become some dark, moody character in this Rebirth series, he's still the moral compass that everyone looks to and who in the end decides that justice, even if it means setting someone like Luthor free, is the right thing to do.
Great action sequences, great plot explanations given for anyone joining this series late, and great color and panel work. A worthy read for DC and Superman fans alike.
In this alternative universe, Superman has entered a world where he is the new Superman, but he's not the new Clark Kent. Now married to Lois Lane and with their son, all three must deal with a Lex Luthor who has adapted the 'S' symbol and is using a new weapon that can manipulate matter.
This new weapon catches the attention of a once peaceful planet turned warrior, Nidessi, that have seen a future where prophecy has said Luthor will become a ruthless dictator across different worlds in the future and sentence him to death. This isn't the first time they've preempted a would-be ruthless dictator and their sentences are carried out swiftly.
The warrior group led by the character Godslayer capture Luthor and take him to Nidessi where rather than kill him they put him on trial and jail him, as Godslayer has grown weary of his job as executioner. On his way to save the day once again, though, is Superman who believes that everyone is innocent until proven guilty and doesn't believe that Luthor should be killed for crimes he didn't (or has yet to) commit.
What I love about the Superman comics is the morality that isn't self-righteous and the action sequences that never disappoint. Superman hasn't become some dark, moody character in this Rebirth series, he's still the moral compass that everyone looks to and who in the end decides that justice, even if it means setting someone like Luthor free, is the right thing to do.
Great action sequences, great plot explanations given for anyone joining this series late, and great color and panel work. A worthy read for DC and Superman fans alike.
September 2, 2022
Jurgens chyba osiąga swój szczyt możliwości przy tej marce i wychodzi to nadzwyczaj dobrze. "Men of Steel" przepełnione jest po brzegi akcją, która nie pozwala zaczerpnąć oddechu. Niemniej jest też jednocześnie lekki i przystępny, choć swoje za uszami też ma.
Supek prowadzi śledztwo, na temat pewnego budynku, który jakimś cudem znajduje się na środku dżungli amazońskiej. Szkopuł w tym, że to stąd musiał wyjść Doomsday. Z drugiej zaś strony mamy ukazanych dwóch wojowników, którzy szykują się do napaści na człowieka z S na klatce piersiowej. Szkopuł w tym, że ich celem nie jest Superman, a Lex Luthor, który chcąc nie chcąc musi sprzymierzyć się z kosmitą, któremu nie ufa.
Wrogowie mają swoją motywację, na którą składa się domniemanie czyichś zbrodni, jakich jeszcze ta osoba nie popełniła. To główna zagwozdka z jaką musi sobie poradzić nasz nieoczekiwany zespół. Nieco na uboczu Jurgens daje nam podejrzeć też co w tym czasie robi żona i syn Supermana. mamy masę fajnych akcji, choć trzeba przyznać, iż denerwowało mnie naiwne powtarzanie pewnych kwestii, który wydawały mi się oczywiste.
Rozprasza to niepotrzebnie akcję, zresztą część zabiegów jakie stosują herosi, można się bardzo łatwo domyślić. Do reszty nie mam zarzutów, bo łowcy są dosyć sprytnie i mają swoje sposoby nawet na Supermana.
Gdy za robotę z oprawą odpowiada Kirkham to można się cieszyć. Rysunki są szczegółowe i kipiące od akcji, jednakże szczęście nie trwa zbyt długo, bo już krecha Patcha Zirchera wraz z Stephena Segovia jest już gorsza, zwyczajnie przeciętna.
Podsumowując, jestem bardzo zaskoczony z jak dobrym akcyjniakiem miałem do czynienia. Lektura była przyjemna i szybka, przebijając równoległą serię od Tomasiego, jeżeli chodzi o trzecie tomy. Oby tak dalej.
Supek prowadzi śledztwo, na temat pewnego budynku, który jakimś cudem znajduje się na środku dżungli amazońskiej. Szkopuł w tym, że to stąd musiał wyjść Doomsday. Z drugiej zaś strony mamy ukazanych dwóch wojowników, którzy szykują się do napaści na człowieka z S na klatce piersiowej. Szkopuł w tym, że ich celem nie jest Superman, a Lex Luthor, który chcąc nie chcąc musi sprzymierzyć się z kosmitą, któremu nie ufa.
Wrogowie mają swoją motywację, na którą składa się domniemanie czyichś zbrodni, jakich jeszcze ta osoba nie popełniła. To główna zagwozdka z jaką musi sobie poradzić nasz nieoczekiwany zespół. Nieco na uboczu Jurgens daje nam podejrzeć też co w tym czasie robi żona i syn Supermana. mamy masę fajnych akcji, choć trzeba przyznać, iż denerwowało mnie naiwne powtarzanie pewnych kwestii, który wydawały mi się oczywiste.
Rozprasza to niepotrzebnie akcję, zresztą część zabiegów jakie stosują herosi, można się bardzo łatwo domyślić. Do reszty nie mam zarzutów, bo łowcy są dosyć sprytnie i mają swoje sposoby nawet na Supermana.
Gdy za robotę z oprawą odpowiada Kirkham to można się cieszyć. Rysunki są szczegółowe i kipiące od akcji, jednakże szczęście nie trwa zbyt długo, bo już krecha Patcha Zirchera wraz z Stephena Segovia jest już gorsza, zwyczajnie przeciętna.
Podsumowując, jestem bardzo zaskoczony z jak dobrym akcyjniakiem miałem do czynienia. Lektura była przyjemna i szybka, przebijając równoległą serię od Tomasiego, jeżeli chodzi o trzecie tomy. Oby tak dalej.
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