Post by goldenfist on Aug 14, 2008 14:23:03 GMT -5
Here's a review from Ign.com on Secret Invasion Thor #1.
Continuing the deluge of Secret Invasion material, the God of Thunder and his Asgardian friends begin their tie-in to the big event. Matt Fraction's done wonders with Thor in his recent one-shots, and Secret Invasion: Thor is no different. The first issue stays true to the themes of the Thor parent series and manages to provide a solid story that encompasses all of the title's supporting cast.
Since Secret Invasion: Asgard probably wouldn't sell as many books, Marvel saw fit to put Thor's name on the cover, even though he's not really the selling point (at least, not yet). Truthfully, he spends most of the issue as Blake, and the book is better for it -- Thor's human alter ego is a rare treat in the parent title.
Instead, this series focuses more on the Asgardians, the recently returned Beta Ray Bill, and the townspeople of Broxton. Thankfully, Fraction also makes use of Loki in relation to the invasion hysteria in a way that's so very obvious, the book would've felt wrong if he hadn't done it. Fraction also employs the effective technique of using the narration boxes to make the story sound like an old fable, like some forgotten folk tale called Thor Battles The Aliens. It works really well, and ties the current events to the mythic nature of the characters.
Doug Braithwaite's sketchy, rougher pencils are a far cry from Olivier Coipel's smooth work, but the former's works well for this series. In a way, Braithwaite adds to the old storybook feel, with a decidedly muted color palate and a more classic style. It may not be to everyone's tastes, given the specific style that Thor and the Asgardians have enjoyed since their return, but it's perfectly serviceable stuff.
Most readers of Thor will be happy to know that the spin-off SI: Thor keeps the quality and themes that they've enjoyed for the better part of a year. In terms of the grand scheme of the event it might not be hugely important, but it does tell a great Thor story and continues the character's banner year.
Review Score: 8.0 Impressive
Continuing the deluge of Secret Invasion material, the God of Thunder and his Asgardian friends begin their tie-in to the big event. Matt Fraction's done wonders with Thor in his recent one-shots, and Secret Invasion: Thor is no different. The first issue stays true to the themes of the Thor parent series and manages to provide a solid story that encompasses all of the title's supporting cast.
Since Secret Invasion: Asgard probably wouldn't sell as many books, Marvel saw fit to put Thor's name on the cover, even though he's not really the selling point (at least, not yet). Truthfully, he spends most of the issue as Blake, and the book is better for it -- Thor's human alter ego is a rare treat in the parent title.
Instead, this series focuses more on the Asgardians, the recently returned Beta Ray Bill, and the townspeople of Broxton. Thankfully, Fraction also makes use of Loki in relation to the invasion hysteria in a way that's so very obvious, the book would've felt wrong if he hadn't done it. Fraction also employs the effective technique of using the narration boxes to make the story sound like an old fable, like some forgotten folk tale called Thor Battles The Aliens. It works really well, and ties the current events to the mythic nature of the characters.
Doug Braithwaite's sketchy, rougher pencils are a far cry from Olivier Coipel's smooth work, but the former's works well for this series. In a way, Braithwaite adds to the old storybook feel, with a decidedly muted color palate and a more classic style. It may not be to everyone's tastes, given the specific style that Thor and the Asgardians have enjoyed since their return, but it's perfectly serviceable stuff.
Most readers of Thor will be happy to know that the spin-off SI: Thor keeps the quality and themes that they've enjoyed for the better part of a year. In terms of the grand scheme of the event it might not be hugely important, but it does tell a great Thor story and continues the character's banner year.
Review Score: 8.0 Impressive
