Windom and Mao take the writing in places that one wouldn’t expect, especially after what was established in the first issue, one would assume it would just follow one primary character.
The writers take considerable time to explore what the other “Sons” are like, along with their motivations and how they feel about their role as these larger-than-life figures, making an interesting reflection on celebrity culture and how perception is everything. This is a clever issue given that it’s the second issue of the series that focuses on the two brothers Delphand and Ep as they begin to question their position and those that they help.
How can you “save” others when you don’t know how to connect with them? It’s an interesting exploration as to the motivations of these two characters and their journey as they try to discover themselves beyond their manager Nicholas, who is clearly hiding something from them. Unlike the first issue, readers really get to see the personalities of two of the seven brothers shine throughout this issue, providing characters to connect beyond all the mystery and intrigue. There’s definitely mystery sprinkled throughout this issue as shadowy forces lurk about as the two brothers try to understand the world around them, making it an atmospheric experience for the reader.
Jae Lee and June Chung are a solid illustrator/colorist duo that double down on atmospheric art that is simultaneously dark and elegant, which is what they do best and most notably are known for. If there is any minor flaw in the art is trying to distinguish which brother is who at times due to the way they’re drawn. If not for certain visual differences such as hairstyles, it would have been confusing to distinguish who was who, but given that these characters are brothers, it’s acceptable to mistake them, and only signifies that Lee knows what he’s doing as an illustrator. Crank does a good job lettering this issue as the rest of the art team delivers another visually stunning book with stylistic layouts and scenery throughout.
The mystery of the Seven Sons, who they are, and the world that they live in continues to unravel and as it does, it only invites more interest as to where the entire creative team aims to take this book. It’s visually stunning and creatively interesting. It’s a more digestible issue with personality than the first one and is worth adding to your pull list for new comic book day.
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