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ubalstecha's review
4.0
The second volume of this series is by far better than the first. In this one we find out that our favourite heroes have not been killed off by the advancing hordes of bad guys. Instead, they have used their smarts and experience to defeat them and escape. The problem is that they are not smart enough to capture them, as would have happened in a classic Justice League comic or cartoon.
When our heroes reconvene, they discover several things. One, the B-team Leaguers and associate members have begun to rally to help with the fight. Two, some of the big times members have been compromised in a big way, specifically Batman is under the control of mystery worms and Wonder Woman is turning back into the clay from which she was former. Three, thanks to their control of Batman, the bad guys now know all of the superhero's secrets and have begun to kidnapped their loved ones and sidekicks.
Great story, with references to classic JLA mythology.
When our heroes reconvene, they discover several things. One, the B-team Leaguers and associate members have begun to rally to help with the fight. Two, some of the big times members have been compromised in a big way, specifically Batman is under the control of mystery worms and Wonder Woman is turning back into the clay from which she was former. Three, thanks to their control of Batman, the bad guys now know all of the superhero's secrets and have begun to kidnapped their loved ones and sidekicks.
Great story, with references to classic JLA mythology.
drtlovesbooks's review
3.0
What it's about: DC's heroes fight back against their attackers and start to investigate what has caused the villains to unite and change the usual behavior. Someone is manipulating the heroes, the villains, and perhaps the world's population! The heroes find themselves unable to fight back as the villains put their plans into motion.
The villains' offer of a wonderful new world for the citizens of the world may have some strings attached. And if the heroes can't overcome the bias against them, they might truly fail in their mission to protect the world.
What I thought: More gorgeous art. But also a lot of parts that felt unnecessary to tell the story that's shaping up here. Seems like this 12 book series could easily have been condensed to about half that much.
The villains' offer of a wonderful new world for the citizens of the world may have some strings attached. And if the heroes can't overcome the bias against them, they might truly fail in their mission to protect the world.
What I thought: More gorgeous art. But also a lot of parts that felt unnecessary to tell the story that's shaping up here. Seems like this 12 book series could easily have been condensed to about half that much.
captwinghead's review
3.0
This one didn’t hold my attention quite as much as the last volume but I have to give credit for how much work went into this. There are so many DC characters featured here that it’s pretty much awe inspiring. Again, this is one of those few arcs deemed “epic” and world changing... and it actually feels epic and world changing.
Ross’ art is gorgeous, as always.
I just wasn’t as entertained as I was reading the last one.
Ross’ art is gorgeous, as always.
I just wasn’t as entertained as I was reading the last one.
hans_sniekers_art's review
5.0
(This review is a collective for all three volumes of Justice)
This comic was both so interesting and so amazing :D
Whilst I carry the general opinion that I prefer Alex Ross' artworks to be on covers or promotional material as opposed to materials (as they are so detailed filled and therefore I find it hard to see what's quickly happening) but I felt in this series, the artwork truly shined!
The storyline was so gripping from point one and even though it required some default understanding of the basic ideas and morals of each of these superheroes and their respective villains, the fact it didn't need to explain much from the start gave the story a chance to propel itself forward quite swiftly!
The mystery and wickedness of this series is interesting! It kept me turning the page over and over and as such it drew me into this massive universe of lore!
This comic was both so interesting and so amazing :D
Whilst I carry the general opinion that I prefer Alex Ross' artworks to be on covers or promotional material as opposed to materials (as they are so detailed filled and therefore I find it hard to see what's quickly happening) but I felt in this series, the artwork truly shined!
The storyline was so gripping from point one and even though it required some default understanding of the basic ideas and morals of each of these superheroes and their respective villains, the fact it didn't need to explain much from the start gave the story a chance to propel itself forward quite swiftly!
The mystery and wickedness of this series is interesting! It kept me turning the page over and over and as such it drew me into this massive universe of lore!
hilaritas's review
4.0
The first half of this volume lacked clarity in narrative and layout, but it gradually refocuses and becomes a fun throwback, all-star story by the middle. There is a clear love of comics history and Silver Age zaniness here, while updated with a more contemporary sensibility. The multitude of cameos they manage to shoehorn in is amazing, with the Doom Patrol, Metal Men, and the Phantom Stranger all making appearances alongside more typical Justice League players. There is also an embarrassment of riches in terms of hilarious dialogue, from an argument between the Elongated Man and Plastic Man over the JLA's quota for stretchy guys, to the following exchange (paraphrased):
Batman to Shazam: Hey man, lightning in a cave? Not cool.
Shazam: But it's magic lightning.
Batman: Oh, magic lightning you say? Okay then.
Fun stuff. The plot is nothing too novel, but it assembles a laundry list of JLA foes (primarily guided by Lex Luthor, Brainiac, and Gorilla Grodd) to signify a high threat level and keep the comics easter eggs coming. Definitely recommended for those with a nostalgic love for all things D.C.
Batman to Shazam: Hey man, lightning in a cave? Not cool.
Shazam: But it's magic lightning.
Batman: Oh, magic lightning you say? Okay then.
Fun stuff. The plot is nothing too novel, but it assembles a laundry list of JLA foes (primarily guided by Lex Luthor, Brainiac, and Gorilla Grodd) to signify a high threat level and keep the comics easter eggs coming. Definitely recommended for those with a nostalgic love for all things D.C.
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