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    Comic Review: The Black Order (2018-) #3

    Sequential PlanetBy Sequential PlanetJanuary 11, 2019No Comments2 Mins Read
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    The Black Order (2018-) #3

    Marvel Comics

    Writer: Derek Landy

    Artist: Philip Tan

     

    Derek Landy’s venture into the comic industry continues in The Black Order, and suffers many of the same flaws of other comic book writers who are originally novel authors. For example, an excess of narration is a problem much like Ta-Nehisi Coate’s early comics. However, as much as the narration is excessive, it is enjoyable. This time, Black Dwarf is the narrator and explores the classic theme of appearances versus reality. This issue demonstrates Black Dwarf as an admirer of poetry, and what he wishes for his position on the team. However, in terms of story, there is not much else. We see the arrival of a hero, and we get background on the Bow, but that is all. The sole purpose of this issue in terms of the story seems to be to set up further issues.

    Black Order (2018-) #3 (of 5)

    Landy explores the direction of Black Dwarf and the associated theme. The idea that he wants to be more than the muscle of the team is done well and is put into perspective when Black Swan jokes that they themselves are the muscle. Only the other character’s thoughts on Black Dwarf are explored, while not being explored in and of themselves. While it may be because I have read the series many times, I found that Nova was written very similarly to Valkyrie Cain from Skulduggery Pleasant.

    Black Order (2018-) #3 (of 5)

    The magnificent Ramos, Rosenberg and Silva support Tan to create the art for this issue, which is one of the highlights. The faces are all detailed and unique, and never did I notice a face that stuck out like a sore thumb. The art particularly excels when Philip Tan draws faces which are not human, such as Black Dwarf. The faces are far more detailed than in other comics. In addition to this, the body structure for Black Dwarf is excellent. The detailed pages draw the reader in, all the while moving the reader to the focus points.

    Black Order (2018-) #3 (of 5)

    In conclusion, it is a good book. The way it deals with themes and Black Dwarf’s character is impressive, all the while elevated by Tan’s art.

    The Black Order (2018-) #3

    7.3 Like It

    Landy continues to explore classic themes in The Black Order, all the while examining the characters and pushing them in surprising directions. This is supported by good art, which goes into great art when it touches characters who aren't too human, and excellent composition.

    • Characters 8.5
    • Story 5.5
    • Art 8
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