Doctor Ryan Choi is a prodigy that has been corresponding with Ray Palmer, the second hero called the Atom for years. Now, Choi realizes his most cherished dream of all. He will replace Palmer’s chair at Ivy League. After meeting the geeks in the department, Choi discovers that Palmer has left something special for him. Choi now has what it takes to become the new Atom and continue in the footstep of his idol. But can he survive the giant rat?
This story was a good, although the constant quotes taken from several fictional and real people abruptly interrupt the reading flow. Not much happens in this issue, but as a set up for a continuing series, it seems enough. One issue that begs a question is what are the motivations of Choi as the new Atom and what were those of his predecessor. Fighting crime seems far from their goal. As hinted, science and the exploration of the unknown is what drive these men. It is peculiar but it also makes for humanist humans as opposed to crazy vigilantes.
John Byrne is an action artist. With him telling the story, there is nothing that is unclear. His work is not as polished as it used to be, but still, it makes for a great adventure story. I really like the dynamism of his work. Scott’s inking preserves much of Byrne’s original work - or at least, tries to make it looks like Byrne’s work of recent years.
Secret Six # 15
Deadshot tries to come to terms with his homicidal impulses.
Blackest Night #4 (of 8)
Barry Allen does his best to rally the heroes, but will they be able to stand against the arrival of Nekron?
Superman: World of New Krypton #9
Jemm storms New Krypton’s High Council Chamber demanding an audience, Kal-El and Zod meet, and the first murder on New Krypton is committed.
Madame Xanadu #16
The return of series artist Amy Reeder Hadley also marks the start of a new, creepy, and great Matt Wagner story.
Superman #693
General Lane makes Mon-El an offer he has to refuse, but an unlikely ally might just save Mon-El’s life.
The Brave and the Bold # 28
The Flash travels back in time to World War II where he joins forces with the fabled Blackhawks.
Northlanders #21
A settlement along The Volga River in Russia deals with the onslaught of a plague in the start of a new story arc.
Superman: Secret Origin #2 (of 6)
Young Clark Kent experiences a bit of a super identity crisis, but manages to get by with some help from his parents and some new friends…Long Live The Legion!
Superman/Batman #65
The Scarecrow takes Superman, The Batman, The Joker, and Lex Luthor on a fear gas induced Halloween nightmare ride.
Azrael #1
The new Azrael’s ongoing series debuts with the death of a major character…
Supergirl #46
The Metropolis Three finally capture Reactron, Thara and Kara make up, and some more light is shed on Lana’s mysterious condition…
Blackest Night: Superman #3 (of 3)
Superman, Superboy, Alura, and Supergirl kick some Black Lantern butt, and Ma Kent holds her own…with some help from Krypto.
