Art by: Evan "Doc" Shaner
Cover Price: $0.99
Release Date: February 24, 2014
Only Child part 2 of 3
Superman has found a brother...kind of. As we saw in last issue, the Giant Robot that landed in the Metropolis Bay was Kryptonian and made by Jor-El. In this issue, the Robot continues fighting Superman and we find some new information about it.
It was made by Jor-El, but after it was launched was taken over by an alien race. These Aliens perverted the Robot and turned it from an explorer to a warrior. Luckily, Superman's punches sever the connection between the Robot and it's Alien Masters. Unluckily, that signals them to attack Earth.
I really like what Ron Marz is giving us here. Even though it is a middle chapter, he keeps the story moving along. Superman is always so desperate to find anything Kryptonian, especially something his Father made. The Robot is a connection to his Father, but unfortunately it's also a connection to a warmongering Alien race. The ending sets up a heck of a battle for the finale.
While I like where the story is going, the art of Doc Shaner is the real draw. For those who have read my reviews before, I say I like the art in books alot. I will admit that I can barely draw stick figures so I am amazed by people who can draw so well. That said, Doc Shaner's art in this issue is some of my favorite. I loved it and a page showing the origin of the Robot is the best.
Bits and Pieces:
Adventures of Superman #44 is another really good issue. Ron Marz' story remains interesting, but it's the art of Doc Shaner that you need to buy this issue for. It is that good.
8.5/10
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