THE ROCKETEER: THE ISLAND #3 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Cliff, Goose, and TinTin are looking for Betty and Miss Payne on this Island that time has forgotten. They must dodge the natives, dinosaurs, and of course the king of the island, Kong. Will our rescue team be able to save the ladies or will they stumble on to something much larger?
The Rocketeer: The Island #3 – Based on a Story Idea By Dave Stevens – Written & Letters By John Layman - Art By Jacob Edgar - Colors By K.J. Díaz - Edited By Nicolas Niño - Published By IDW Publishing
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*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
STORY OVERVIEW:
Mr. Peabody and Popeye are turning the screws on Marco as he was the one responsible for Betty and Miss Payne’s disappearance. Meanwhile, Cliff, Goose, and TinTin are searching this mysterious and dangerous island in search of the missing ladies. Unfortunately for Betty and Miss Payne they were captured by a native tribe and tied up as an offering to their king, Kong. Cliff, now suited up as the Rocketeer tries to save both ladies, but Kong makes off with Betty. As he gives chase he comes across an ally that he never thought he’d find on this island.
WRITING:
This issue continues the adventure well also adding even more surprises. John Layman takes the reader on a heck of a ride that keeps twisting and turning. The emergence of Kong and his interaction with Betty is a homage to the legendary story that the king is based on. Cliff shows his prowess as he swoops in to save Betty and Miss Payne to only be thwarted by Kong. However, Layman saves his biggest surprise of this issue until the end. Introducing an ally who we didn’t know would be there. This ally ties the story together and adds a bit more intrigue going into the final issue of the series.
ARTWORK:
The artwork blends a classic comic-book feel with a polished modern style. Jacob Edgar brings the world to life and captures the story’s period effectively. The Rocketeer’s design is especially striking and clearly reflects the character’s identity. This balance of vintage-inspired visuals and contemporary touches gives the book a distinct look. K.J. Díaz enhances the art with a vibrant color palette that is easy on the eyes. Together, the creative team delivers visuals that keep the reader fully engaged.
Check Out My Review of THE ROCKETEER: THE ISLAND #1
Final Thoughts:
The Rocketeer: The Island #3 is a fun and adventurous issue that captures the readers’ imagination and doesn’t let it go. The story keeps the adventure rolling while also hitting you with a major surprise. This issue sets up the final issue to be an absolute banger. This series has been one of the most fun series of the year so far, and it’s setting up to end in a really fun way. Grab a copy of this issue and get ready to enjoy the finale next month.
FINAL GRADE: 9/10
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