Mr. Fix has revealed himself as Photofit. Believing that he has manipulated Vampirella into doing his bidding to aid in his schemes of smuggling the super drug, Elixir to the world and beyond. Little does Photofit know, thanks to her vampiric abilities, Vampirella can’t be hypnotized. This provides a prime opportunity for Vampirella to investigate the inner workings of Photofit’s plans, and stop him in his tracks! But what is Photofit hiding?
Abnett’s versatility as a writer is evident as he manages a tight balancing act between the noir and superhero elements of the story he’s writing, and he accomplishes that brilliantly. Despite all of the superhero stuff on the surface, due to its setting, Abnett allows himself to make it more a genre-based comic, channeling the noir/crime pulps, which provide a refreshing lens on the genre itself. Vampirella and Dyna Myte’s commentary on the world of Plural 1948 as they continue to investigate the goings ons of PhotofIt’s plan is engaging and enjoyable. Although Photofit seems like the run-of-the-mill mobster villain, he’s still a formidable foe that is influential in his abilities, making for a challenging threat for Vampirella to face. In addition to the world of Plural 1948, that is one of a few bits that make for an interesting issue as events unfold.
Pasquale Qualano and Gerardo Gambone share art duties, which help the book meet its deadlines. Despite this, both do a superb job with illustrating the book, and crafting compositions that fit the aesthetic and tone that Abnett aimed for with this book. Aside from Jeff Eckleberry’s well-placed lettering, Ellie Wright’s colorwork is the MVP in this issue, keeping the book aesthetically cohesive, preserving the visual look despite the different art styles. Everyone on the art team does a splendid job in their roles, delivering a stylish, action-packed Vampirella book. If you’re looking for a Vampirella book that is worth the time, this is one to add to your pull list.
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