BATWOMAN #4 (DC COMICS)
The Dark Faith has pushed Kate Kane to her limits.
Her desperate attempts to stop the cult have not come without a toll. Rising body counts, injuries to her father and her sanity slipping away are all casualties in this fight.
Renee Montoya has made her way to Petalon, Greece to help. This leaves fans wondering if it’s too late to save Kate?
BATWOMAN #4 by Greg Rucka, Dani, Matt Hollingsworth, & Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (DC COMICS) raises the stakes in this dangerous conflict.
Let’s take a deeper dive into Kate’s latest choices.
BATWOMAN #4 by Greg Rucka, Dani, Matt Hollingsworth, & Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (DC COMICS)
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
Rucka never lets up on the pressure falling on Kate’s shoulders. The opening recap by The Dark Faith is a bit disturbing as their beliefs push into odd corners. Mother Despina’s words proclaim their faith has paid off. This doesn’t go without pause. Mr. Gores’ worry and anger start boiling but ultimately fall flat of the desired reaction. This moves events to Montoya’s talk with Jacob Kane. Their dialogue is tough but honest about what is happening with Kate.
Readers watch as Kate’s troubles amplify as she processes what is going on. The writing exposes her darkest fears as her vulnerability comes to the forefront. Diving into the heavy regret of losing her sister and the domino effect after is a powerful moment. Where it leads is to another shocking discovery. Rucka masterfully weaves this section with strong work exposing deep scars. Readers tag along with the cult starts piecing more of the puzzle together. It lights a match ready to explode onto the pages. Once in the closing pages, walking away from what’s been set up is near impossible.
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Dani & Hollingsworth begin with a look at how the Cult is processing Batwoman’s latest altercation. The way in which the group moves through the crime scene is uneasy. A prime example is with Slay tasting spilled blood. Their reactions lead to a false conclusion they unwaiver from. This moves events to Montoya and Jacob. The tough looks show both have endured this kind of challenge before. Both have their own looks of concern as Montoya opens up about her discoveries.
Kate’s entry begins with a difficult discussion. The panels are tense as secrets are revealed. This moves events into a phenomenal two page spread of Kate’s thoughts. The details behind Kae’s words strike many chords. Readers will connect with the image as Kate’s tears run down her face. It leads to a more startling discovery. The full page image here unlocks more mysteries as revelations take hold. The key players are set into position for another huge showdown. Another strong full page shot leaves readers wanting more, knowing the last stand is coming.
FINAL GRADE: 9.3
The world of Kate Kane gets rocked again as more secrets come to light in an excellent chapter. Rucka keeps raising the stakes as the truth comes to light. Dani & Hollingsworth bring a bold energy to the emotional scenes and pages. Buckle in for how this first arc is going to explosively end.
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