THE DOOM PATROL #2 (DC COMICS)
The Doom Patrol barely survived their last outing.
Now their latest case has Robotman, Elasti -Girl, and Negative Man chasing after UFO’s and the secrets they would much rather stay hidden.
THE DOOM PATROL #2 by Darcy Van Poelgeest, Niko Henrichon, & Lucas Gattoni (DC COMICS) brings out the weird for another round of action!
Let’s take a closer look at events.
THE DOOM PATROL #2 by Darcy Van Poelgeest, Niko Henrichon, & Lucas Gattoni (DC COMICS)
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
Van Poelgeest opens with Niles Caulder breaking down Negative Man’s latest evolution of powers. It spins into the shady business dealings their leader is known for while moving their business activities onward. The writing shows their latest job as one fitting of their skills. Dialogue adds some humor into the bleakness of their daily routines. This helps when watching the team go through their own tragic beginnings.
Readers witness their latest rogues come into focus with a familiar set-up of humor and seriousness. Once the mission begins, the story takes a more humorous gain fitting of the eclectic team. Who knew “Sweet Caroline” would be such a point of anger? Once that scenario plays out, the issue speeds into its close with a stunning finish. The writing is welcoming to new readers to see a great insight to how this team works. A very solid script overall.
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Henrichon and Gattoni open with Caulder’s assessment of Negative Man. Gattoni’s lettering steals scenes as the typewriter font gives these panels a very distinct feel as the breakdown commences. It paints a tortured picture before jumping to present for a full page image. As events go to the new mission, panels lock in on the he humor lines while conveying concerns.
This becomes very clear when Niles speaks with Negative Man. Readers watch as the conversation hides more ulterior motives. Flashback panels lock in on the deep rooted pain each member has. The Children of the Ever-Void get dramatic looks while the team’s new job starts with some comedy. The “Sweet Caroline” moments are fun and break up the tension. It spills into something greater as pacing speeds events to close. The final pages are stacked with huge moments with loud lettering to drive home the shocking finish! There’s no way to dodge the impact of these scenes before bowing out.
FINAL GRADE: 8.5
New Gloom, Same Ol’ Doom (Patrol). A new mission brings out many reactions as a threat emerges from the darkness. Van Poelgeest teeters the drama with well placed humor. Henrichon & Gattoni hit major strides with the visual presentation. This is definition Doom Patrol!
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