After discovering his origin and making way to Roswell, Kent and Marissa have more trouble awaiting them than they bargained for. What awaits them is Colonel Ed Winters, the first Helix Soldier. Can Kent survive this encounter long enough?
Lenkiewicz drops the reader straight into the action and pulls no punches as to what is displayed throughout the story of this issue. Despite the harsh realities, the action and writing is paralleled with thoughtful moments of one’s identity and how one navigates the world through the means of identity. He expertly weaves in both the wonder and dangers that come with power, and when fueled by one’s identity and how it shapes their abilities and judgment, it can have great and dire consequences, and man does the stakes get raised even further as Kent has to battle against more than just Colonel Winters. Lenckiewicz puts Kent through the wringer as he is caught in the crossfire of forces that are bigger than himself. Just when Kent has things all figured out, things have a way of falling apart all around him, and by the time readers get to the end of the issue, they will be shocked at how things come to a head.
Samuel Iwunze does an excellent job illustrating the book. Iwunze expertly illustrates some stellar action, showcasing just how vicious, and powerful Kent, and those that share the same alien physiology are. Whether it’s the bloody action choreography that is depicted between Kent, Marisa, his father, and Colonel Winters, or the quieter, introspective moments that contrast the brutality that unfolds, with Freire’s cinematic coloring and Esposito’s well-crafted lettering, the whole art team does an excellent job conveying the tone that Lenkiewicz aimed for when writing this issue. It’s a shame that I didn’t write about the previous issues then, but I can confidently say that this was a fantastic installment to this series thus far, and you should definitely check out the previous issues if you haven’t already. Lenkiewickz clearly puts his heart and soul into this project and it shows. Definitely check out his Kickstarter, and add this to your pull list. It’s worthwhile reading.
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