joshgauthier's review
4.0
Ellis continues to show his skill with immensely complex and technical stories that also achieve a high entertainment value and relatively easy accessibility. And this may be my favorite thing that I've read from him yet.
Again, having no familiarity with the background of the comics universe I'm jumping into here, the reboot efforts of "Wild Storm" offer an excellent starting point for this world and these characters. Volume 1 is part international spy thriller, part-near future alternate world, and part super-hero story.
I read the volume in two sittings--which left me struggling to keep track of a few things--since Ellis's stories are complex enough when read in one go. However, this is a strong start to a revived comics universe--with a diverse range of fascinating characters and no shortage of excitement and intrigue. It feels fresh, fully-realized, and crafted with skill.
I'm not entirely certain what's going on, but I know I want more.
Again, having no familiarity with the background of the comics universe I'm jumping into here, the reboot efforts of "Wild Storm" offer an excellent starting point for this world and these characters. Volume 1 is part international spy thriller, part-near future alternate world, and part super-hero story.
I read the volume in two sittings--which left me struggling to keep track of a few things--since Ellis's stories are complex enough when read in one go. However, this is a strong start to a revived comics universe--with a diverse range of fascinating characters and no shortage of excitement and intrigue. It feels fresh, fully-realized, and crafted with skill.
I'm not entirely certain what's going on, but I know I want more.
ostrava's review
5.0
Probably some of the most confused I've been with an Ellis comic, but it delivers. Something about the Authority canon here and there (the Bleed? Or was that Planetary? Or is it all the same??), but yeah, cool stuff.
misterfix's review
4.0
Solid Ellis in top form. Leads of conspiracies within webs of intrigue and double crossing, wonderfully matched to art, color & letters that makes the story pop off the page. Eager to see where the rabbit hole leads.
lookhome's review
4.0
Solid intro to a odd band of misfit superheroes.
But can you expect anything else from Warren Ellis?
Does this guy every write anything that isn't absolutely impeccable?
Check out Injection, Trees or Cemetery Beach for more Ellis goodness
But can you expect anything else from Warren Ellis?
Does this guy every write anything that isn't absolutely impeccable?
Check out Injection, Trees or Cemetery Beach for more Ellis goodness
rashthedoctor's review
4.0
This is the first time that I have read Wildstorm and it was fun . 2 secret organization in conflict for power to rule earth and a 3rd group ready to make thing messier .
The art work is neat , the plot convoluted but exciting , action galore and a couple of really intriguing characters
not saying it's the best thing out there , just saying I found it entertaining and I want to read more
The art work is neat , the plot convoluted but exciting , action galore and a couple of really intriguing characters
not saying it's the best thing out there , just saying I found it entertaining and I want to read more
katepowellshine's review
1.0
I don't require characters to be likable, but these people suck. That's not the reason this isn't the book for me, though. That's because it's boring.
ericawrites's review
4.0
This is really a great reboot, but I don't know how someone who doesn't know the Wildstorm universe or care about these characters would enjoy it.
noleek's review
3.0
Pretty decent. Feels like they had to sum it up quickly near the end though. Great panels for advancing story.