Vengeance by Joe Casey and Nick Dragotta
Requirements: CBR Reader, 123 MB.
Overview: Who is the new Teen Brigade? Who is the Brotherhood and what do they want with the Young Masters of Evil? And how is the Red Skull pulling the strings from beyond the grave?
Here is the beginning of another mini-event shrouded in secrecy. The inclusion of characters that haven't been seen lately along with a new (and annoying) character, we're seeing the beginning of a new Teen Brigade. With Magneto and a flashback to Red Skull, you know this isn't something to be taken lightly. Six issue limited series by Joe Casey and Nick Dragotta.
Vengeance
Download Instructions:
Vengeance 01 Book One -- http://novafile.com/l4lahso2nhl8
Vengeance 02 World On Fire -- http://novafile.com/wmx9s6qwtwoz
Vengeance 03 Every Little Thing -- http://novafile.com/121n794gxxv1
Vengeance 04 Drive All Night -- http://novafile.com/75o2kjhnesfr
Vengeance 05 The Twelfth Hour -- http://novafile.com/qhd9sh93hc3v
Vengeance 06 Faith and Deception -- http://novafile.com/dhnrdyvz1n88
Requirements: CBR Reader, 123 MB.
Overview: Who is the new Teen Brigade? Who is the Brotherhood and what do they want with the Young Masters of Evil? And how is the Red Skull pulling the strings from beyond the grave?
Here is the beginning of another mini-event shrouded in secrecy. The inclusion of characters that haven't been seen lately along with a new (and annoying) character, we're seeing the beginning of a new Teen Brigade. With Magneto and a flashback to Red Skull, you know this isn't something to be taken lightly. Six issue limited series by Joe Casey and Nick Dragotta.
Vengeance
- Nick Dragotta artist
Rus Wooton letterer
Brad Simpson colorist
Joe Casey writer
Alan Fine production
Mike Deodato, Jr., Gabriele Dell'Otto, Dave McCaig cover
Tom Brevoort, Thomas 'Tom' Brennan, Rachel Pinnelas, Axel Alonso editor
Published by Marvel, 2011-2012.
- Truly Bizarre... Reviewed by JonesDeini on July 10, 2011.
- Honestly that's the only way I can think to describe this comic. I'd give you a plot summary but I honestly don't quite no what's going on. I suppose a new Teen Brigade has come together for some purpose that's yet to be seen. An emo-hipster In-Betweener seems to be the key to some larger event. And we learn that Magneto's sexually conservative.
The Good
- I really like this cover by Gabriele Dell'otto. It's nice mixture of Magneto's costume from the films and his his classic attire in the comics.
This book features some great pencils by Nick Dragotta who's been making some pretty big waves lately. But his pencils wouldn't' be nearly as impressive as they are without being accompanied by Brad Simpson's colors.
Anybody who likes cameos is going to love this book. in this first issue alone we see characters like Angel Salvadore, Beak, and both Nighthawks. I mean when was the last time many of these characters were active in current stories?
Early in the story we see that this book is set amid the events of Fear Itself. Usually mini series like this are either too tied into an event or feel totally disconnected from the Marvel U at large. Casey avoid's either extreme by connecting this first issue to the larger goings on in the Marvel U, but relegating them background static so to speak.
It was nice to see characters like Angel Salvadore and Beak back on the scene. I quit keeping up with them after their depowering post M-Day. I know they were on the New Warriors squad with many others who lost their powers but I pretty much lost track of them after that. I also like that Casey brought back Stacy X for this story. The fact that this story is focused on new or lesser known characters definitely has me interested.
What drew me to this series was the way Casey talked about it in interviews. I'm not very familiar with his work, outside of X-Men, but the one thing I got from him there was that he's one of the few writers in the industry who gives absolutely -1,000 f*k$!!! That's an attitude I've been sorely missing in writers at the big two.
People are split on Casey's portrayal of Magneto in this issue, I for one was rather impressed by it. I don't know if this was intentional but Magneto's conflict with Stacy X immediately brought to mind the inter-generational tensions between the artists of the Harlem Renaissance and their predecessors. This exchange most notably mirrors the disparate views of W.E.B. Du Bois and Langston Hughes on how black life should be portrayed, especially in regards to vice and sexuality.
There are two things in comics are that you can count on to be poorly handled; the writing of women (or minorities period) and teenagers. Casy does a fine job of making these teens read realistically and not like a parody of how teenagers speak. Having them communicate mostly via text was a very nice touch. Ultimate Nullifier's brash attitude and arrogant "I'll live forever" bravado works quite well (even if you feel he's a total tool, which he certainly is).
The Bad
- I don't see the point of the Red Skull flashback, but hopefully that connection'll be made next issue.
I would've liked more Miss America Chavez and less Ultimate Nullifier. Seriously, dude's a pair of shades away form being "The Situation".
This issue left me wondering why exactly any of this is going on. I really got no sense of the importance of these kids' mission or that it had a greater purpose. Though considering this' a gang of rebellious adolescents maybe the obtuseness of everything is the point?
The Verdict
- I'm going to rule this one a buy. If nothing else this comic is an interesting read and did just enough to make me come back for more. I had to read this comic a few times before I could get a grasp of it and how I actually felt about it. For me that's generally a good thing. This story is quite strange, It's everywhere and nowhere all at once and if for no other reason than that I'll be sticking around to see how it all plays out. Casey's created an intriguing scenario and cast of characters to fill it and it's already gotten me more invested than any of this Fear Itself nonsense which has taken over many of my Marvel ongoings. Tired of the same ol' same suits and boots event stories at Marvel? Then I'd suggest giving Vengeance a shot.
Vengefully Confusing Reviewed by thanosrules on Jan. 9, 2012.
- THE GOOD
- The cover art. Honestly, the covers for this mini-series were the main reason I picked them up. The interior art is pretty good as well. I also liked the way panels were handled - many were standard, but others were unique, with less structure, yet visually appealing.
THE BAD
- The confusing story line. I realize that it was all to setup the rest of the mini, but it was VERY confusing. The Red Skull Nazi stuff seemed out of place and I cannot find where it fits into the various plots.
The power and ability of the Ultimate Nullifier character seemed unchecked. Though his nullifying pistol(s) only have temporary impact, they are far too overpowered for a seemingly "nobody" character. Don't you think that Magneto would want to steal those (likely metal) pistols from him, leaving him powerless - especially after their "battle".
Last, but certianly not least: Miss America Chavez - her character also seemed far too powerful. Is she Marvel's answer to Supergirl (with a bad attitude and different ethnicity)? Her abilities weren't the only problem I had with her character - her attitude was far too over-the-top and felt forced.
THE VERDICT
- Recommended with a caveat. Because I have read all six books, and I am a collector, I would say this book is an "OK" addition to the Vengeance mini-series. After reading this issue, I was VERY confused. I was very happy that I had the remaining issues in the mini.
Download Instructions:
Vengeance 01 Book One -- http://novafile.com/l4lahso2nhl8
Vengeance 02 World On Fire -- http://novafile.com/wmx9s6qwtwoz
Vengeance 03 Every Little Thing -- http://novafile.com/121n794gxxv1
Vengeance 04 Drive All Night -- http://novafile.com/75o2kjhnesfr
Vengeance 05 The Twelfth Hour -- http://novafile.com/qhd9sh93hc3v
Vengeance 06 Faith and Deception -- http://novafile.com/dhnrdyvz1n88
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