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Capes & Corsets: Week of June 23rd 2010

By | June 29th, 2010
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Article originally written by Jasmine Hall

Welcome to yet another edition of Capes and Corsets: Another Perspective. This weeks issues goes from the dream realm to the deep sea. Our ladies are keeping busy, so let’s hurry and see if they’re worth it!


This issue was probably a big influence on some buyers. We’re now two issues in with Paul Dini and Stephane Roux teaming up to bring the Mistress of Magic to her own solo adventure. The first issue was much anticipated, but has the magic stayed even to issue two? Short answer: Yes. We get to see a bit of Zatanna’s past for those who are new to her character. For someone who can disarm and turn you into a chicken with a backwards sentence, we find out just how vulnerable Zatanna is. The past traumatic events in Zee’s life are shown by the villain of the issue: Fuseli, a demon of nightmares. The villain takes an interesting approach to attacking Zatanna: not physically, but emotionally in her own dreams. The art stays fresh, even matching the dream sequences in the middle of the book. The ending is a bit of a spoiler, so I won’t touch on that. However, I will say the supporting cast (and villains) has began to flesh out quicker then I’d expect. This looks like a good start for our favorite stage magician.

FINAL VERDICT: 9.5 — Pick it up. Even if you’re new to the character, Dini provides a little background for Zatanna so you should not feel completely disjointed.

While some are still mourning the loss of Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner in control of Power Girl, you SHOULD be looking forward to Judd Winick and Sami Basri taking over as of POWER GIRL #13! As wonderful as the previous team was, this issue marks the beginning of the new creative team on Power Girl. This issue was a bit of a slow paced, fresh reminder of the character development that Power Girl has went through over the past five or so years. From Infinite Crisis and beyond, we’re starting to see how its effected her. The art is probably the number one reason to buy this issue, honestly. The soft pastels, deep rich hues and defined character portrayals left me in complete awe. Like everyone else, I’ve grown use to Amanda Conner’s Power Girl, but this is a wonderful and gorgeous change. The plot is beginning, so I will not be harsh or judging just yet. I hope these nice relaxing issues are a common theme or I fear Power Girl will become somewhat boring. I think this is a nice jump place if anyone wants to get into the series or pick it up if the first 12 issues aren’t available.

FINAL VERDICT: 7.5 — Browse before you buy. I feel that it got this high because of the art. The issue was a tad bit boring, but a nice piece to look at. However, that might not appeal to some.

Now a little Marvel, with a wonderful aquatic diva: Namora! Namora has gotten a lot of love lately since AGENTS OF A.T.L.A.S has become popular. She is very deserving of a one shot written by Jeff Parker and penciled by Sara Pichelli. The art is breath taking. The bright colors and deep rich tones used is very contrasting to the color palette of water, however it all “flows” together so amazingly well. We get to see another side of Namora for a brief moment. Besides her brute and regal attitude, we see a maternal and sensitive side. I will not post spoilers, but we see how important the people in her life are and how each relationship affects her. However, that is not to say that Namora doesn’t do what she does best! An epic fight between a giant monster seems right up Namora’s ally and a good way to end the book.

FINAL VERDICT: 8.0 — Buy it. It’s a one shot, a wonderful one at that. Namora is a character that should be exposed more within the next few years, so why not?


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