I’d make a BBQ joke, but that’s what they were having last issue.
New Crusaders #2
Archie/Red Circle (December, 2012)
WRITER: Ian Flynn PENCILER: Ben Bates INKER: Gary Martin COLORIST: Matt herms LETTERER: John Workman ASSISTANT EDITOR: Vincent Lovallo EDITOR: Paul Kaminski Legacy of the Crusaders: “The Lost Crusade” Prelude PENCILER: Mike Norton INKER: Terry Austin COLORIST: Thomas Mason
With their parents gone, the kids are taken in by the former Shield…which they disagree with until Shield shows them what a team they make. He will train them to become a new version of the Crusaders. Also, we learn a bit about the MLF and a back-up story begins showcasing the last days of the Mighty Crusaders before they retired.
What they got right: As in the previous issue, it’s a rather dark story, isn’t it? And yet it works as a kid-friendly All-Ages title because it balances the darkness with light moments. It’s like updating the Silver Age. I also have an interest in these characters and I want to know more about who they are and where they’re going. Plus, their base is maintained by a space chimpanzee. That should tell you everything right there.
What they got wrong: I don’t really know who the two guys in the “Legacy” prelude are, but the fact they’re there should fill in some gaps. See, even the negatives have positives.
Recommendation: Now this is what a superhero comic should be. Besides, it’s nice to see a kid-friendly superhero comic that isn’t some cartoon spin-off. You really should be picking up this comic.
Are you training to be a superHERO or a superVILLAIN?
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