Mysteries
deepen, despite the revelation of the identity of the mysterious Red Cloud. It
is a spectral being responsible for much of the mayhem currently happening in
Metropolis. Clark Kent is tracking it as best a reporter can, while as Superman
he has precious little to go on.
It doesn’t
help he is currently distracted by the rash of fires in the city. New deputy
fire chief Melody Moore is ham strung by the political climate, leading her to
seek out Kent (at Superman’s suggestion) as an ally to make some headway in the
public’s interest.
I appreciate
the real world multi-dimension Bendis has brought to the series, though the
special guest appearance of one of DC’s other heroes leaves me a bit confused.
Is it the introduction of a player with greater significance, or simply a cameo
by someone who’s been off-stage too long? One thing I’ve learned with Bendis is
you just never know. But I’m willing to be patient.
Ryan Sook’s
artwork is nothing short of refreshing. It’s simple, elegant, and evokes the
innocence for which Superman is recognized, while remaining sophisticated and
ambitious.
As for the
revelation, well, we kind of saw that coming. But that’s okay. It’s not as if
it was painfully obvious like other recent plot elements.
Rating: 9/10
(mostly for art)