The Batman Samsung note 3 case/Superman Annual plays out as sort of an extended turn for the previous arc. I searching the last few issues involving Superman's enemy, Xa-Du the Phantom King, or so i was curious to see how health conditions would continue after Batman/Superman #20′s acuerdo. I mentioned in the last review that felt a little cheapened by the final point of their last conflict, but it would still be a reasonable solution for the menacing Phantom King. However , from his imprisonment in the Phantom Zone, Xa-Du would still be able to set a plan in rom; a plan to kill Clark Kent *dramatic music plays*
I'll reply to the art first seeing strategies about how there were several artists involved within the annual. Surprisingly, unless you have a very sharp eye and know each humans style verbatim, it's really hard to express to when there was an artist redefine, which I really love. I'm not sure exactly what each person was involved on the pencils or the amount of pages, but it could be great to see such consistency about the book. Actually, it was practically a high quality army that was tasked with the panels from inks and colors to the lettering, so bravo to the creative team.
Clark Kent is investigating an area in the Bahamas that's been affected by recent conflict, much to the disliking of Batman Samsung Galaxy case who vehemently insists that this is a job for Superman. After seeing a great big cloud that resembles Doomsday Mist (from the recent Superdoom event), Kent agrees and quickly puts on his Kryptonian armor. We get yourself a taste of Superman's new ability–his solar flare power. It's an amazing sight to see and it was cool hearing how Superman described the move as "every cell in your body exploding like a miniature supernova". Again, this was to the disliking of Batman who was still minutes away because the move leaves Superman completely powerless for an entire twenty-four hours! At least he gogets to return to his original plan to be Clark Kent.
That title's much more fitting wouldn't you agree? Anyway, Clark's inner dialogue offers some very nice insight into the psyche of the person of Steel. I'm so use to seeing the tough-as-nails powerhouse Kryptonian, that it's easy for me to forget about mild manner Clark Kent (or the fact that he has employment. Could've sworn Jimmy Olsen was the go to guy at the Planet). Clark actually revels in the fact that he's merely flesh and blood for the time being. This is a guy who's impervious to mostly everything, so it's sort of thrilling that he's somewhat defenseless in the tropics of the Bahamas. I assume this is his idea of a vacation.
Kent quickly comes across a group of survivors that are a bit weary to see a stranger approaching them. Those worries soon turn into terror when they are attacked by a Man-Bat. Luckily for everyone involved, Batman swoops in to save your day. Xa-Du's plan comes to full realization. He's influenced an elite squad of killers to come eradicate Mr. Kent. Bane, Killer Croc, Cheshire, and her troop of Man-Bats make-up the Phantom King's extermination squad. Batman takes the time to explain the ferocity of his rogues gallery members as he formulates an agenda. Batman/Superman often delivers quick humor between the intense moments. This month's funny moments come in the dialogue between Batman and civilian Superman. I really like the Batman, but having him as a best friend seems like it might a pain in the butt sometimes. He's so smug and sarcastic when he talks to Clark. It's quite funny though.
Batman gets separated from the team for a short while, leaving the rest of the group to fend for themselves. Personally i think like this gets used often , but knowing Batman's demeanor and those things he takes in battle, I don't ever mind taking the Caped Crusader out of the fray for a little so he can make some sort of triumphant return. Before that can occur though, one of the survivors, hoping to protect himself and those close to him, surrenders to Bane in exchange for information on how to recapture Kent. This was a cold and chilling scene. SHOW SPOILER ▼
Bane impales the man right through the chest with his large knife. Element of me felt like that's what the guy gets, but even Bane didn't even have an explanation for his actions. Then he proceeded to slit the victim's throat. I might say that Bane's Venom is one helluva drug, but that act of horrific violence could be chalked up to Xa-Du's influence.
Bane decides to take matters in to his own hands when he finally sets his eyes on the prize. As he pursues Kent, the chase is interrupted by the Dark Knight and his scaly steed, Killer Croc! Yes it's true. Batman came riding in on the back of [a blinded] Killer Croc. Compared to Bane's strength and intellect, Croc's just a big ol' strong dummy. Studies show residing in the sewers of Gotham and resorting to a life of crime does not help in most cases.
You want to see how Clark Kent fares in the crime fighting world
You want to see how smug and sarcastic Batman can be
You want to see if Batman can ride the rodeo for the full 8sec.
The annual was visually appealing and the story was a fun simple concept. A powered down Superman and a squad of certified killers sent to kill Clark Kent. I figured it was an easygoing story until the very end. If you enjoyed the last arc and have a few bucks to spare, go ahead and pick this dilemma up. SHOW SPOILER ▼
Clark catches a knife to the side, and Batman's not around to offer any type of aid? I'm intrigued to say minimal
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