This
issue launches a new story arc, and is written by Sam Humphries, while Tim
Seeley moves over to the Green Lanterns
title. Also new this issue is Bernard Chang as artist. It’s impossible to say how
long that will last, but given his success on Batman Beyond, we’re hopeful he’ll stick around.
Also new
this issue is Dick Grayson career as a cross-trainer. Why not? He’s fit, and
capable of teaching a few civilian clients the best way of trimming body fat
and not being a victim. Also new is a new player in town – a nondescript
hipster who seems capable of talking anybody
into doing anything. But to what
self-serving purpose?
Things are
just ramping up, so there’s no way to tell if this is a positive step for the
series or not. Nightwing has stumbled
since the Rebirth era started, but it seems to have found its legs. Whether it
can remain upright is yet to be determined, but so far so good.
If you’re a
casual fan who’s been turned off by the lukewarm reviews on this book, now may
be the best time to jump on board and give it a test drive. It’s a brand new
day in Bludhaven.
Rating:
7/10