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3.58 AVERAGE
3.58 AVERAGE
matt looks so ugly in this wtf (the story is BEAUTIFUL tho)
This is one of those weird stories that was absolutely great, but oh, boy did it have a lot of problems.
I loved how DD's faith was both explored and critiqued. His conversation with Sister Maggie was great, feeling emotionally heavy, theologically nuanced, and overall the lighting was spectacular. Black Widow was an unexpected, but awesome addition to the story. Despite her and Matt being exes, their relationship is still great. The story with Karen was amazing and the end of her arc was heart wrenching in the best of ways. I love me pages of silent panels showing raw emotions! The villain twist was great and the usage of said villain.
However, the whole basic premise of the plot (Matt finds the anti-Christ or Messiah, unsure as to which) was just stupid. Multiple people mentioned it and he ignored them before realizing [spoilers!]. Except, this still doesn't change the stupidity of the premise. Thankfully the character work was so great. Also the Bullseye fight scene was perhaps their most boring confrontation, despite having some cool moments. While this may sound like nitpicking (which it totally is), I just think DD and Bullseye's most critical fight thus far should have lived up to the hype of ALL their previous encounters.
In short, great, but equally flawed story. You should read it so we can talk about all the juicy spoilers I avoided.
I loved how DD's faith was both explored and critiqued. His conversation with Sister Maggie was great, feeling emotionally heavy, theologically nuanced, and overall the lighting was spectacular. Black Widow was an unexpected, but awesome addition to the story. Despite her and Matt being exes, their relationship is still great. The story with Karen was amazing and the end of her arc was heart wrenching in the best of ways. I love me pages of silent panels showing raw emotions! The villain twist was great and the usage of said villain.
However, the whole basic premise of the plot (Matt finds the anti-Christ or Messiah, unsure as to which) was just stupid. Multiple people mentioned it and he ignored them before realizing [spoilers!]. Except, this still doesn't change the stupidity of the premise. Thankfully the character work was so great. Also the Bullseye fight scene was perhaps their most boring confrontation, despite having some cool moments. While this may sound like nitpicking (which it totally is), I just think DD and Bullseye's most critical fight thus far should have lived up to the hype of ALL their previous encounters.
In short, great, but equally flawed story. You should read it so we can talk about all the juicy spoilers I avoided.
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fun art to go with a great story about whether the realms of Heaven and Hell are actually fighting over a child, with Daredevil stuck in the middle.
I will say sometimes it's a little much when Kevin Smith adds signs for his own movies in the book, like, why not add signs or characters that aren't Jay and Silent Bob, of another filmmaker you admire, that is a less selfish thing to do. Oh well.
I will say sometimes it's a little much when Kevin Smith adds signs for his own movies in the book, like, why not add signs or characters that aren't Jay and Silent Bob, of another filmmaker you admire, that is a less selfish thing to do. Oh well.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A surprising book with a great twist in the final issues that really pulls most of the run from a free fall, but doesn’t help its somewhat lackluster writing. Overall a surprising read though.
Daredevil has become one of my favourite characters, not just in comics, but in all of fiction. This is due to the absolute stellar writers and illustrators that lend their talents to the title. One book I’ve been interested in a long time was the Marvel Knights imprint Guardian Devil written by film creator Kevin Smith.
It’s impact in the characters Mythos can’t be understated as it makes some rather large developments for the character moving into the new millennium, however I can’t help but think it if all the DD stories. This unfortunately feels the lost dated.
The plot by Smith on the surface is simple, but soon reveals a complex at best, and convoluted at worst series of twists that need heavy explanation to tie it all together. That being said the character writing is on point. Part of what makes Matt Murdock such an appealing character is the dichotomy between his heroic vigilantism and his catholic faith. After his career and recent life events, Matt begins to question his faith. This is easily the best writing in the comic as Kevin Smith’s own background in Catholicism lends an air of sincerity to the spiritual dilemma within Daredevil.
As mentioned though the era this was written in definitely shows. Marvel Knights was an imprint meant to revitalise the company and appeal to readers that were seeking more “mature” content from independent publishers and even DC’s Vertigo. This licence to be darker, while suited to Daredevil, feels like 90s edge. Which I’m not really a fan of. Through some rather heinous and out of character actions, this story feel like it’s trying a bit too hard to carve a niche in this time period.
On the contrary though, the art by Joe Quesda is bold, bright, dynamic and expressive which is everything I adore about he illustrated medium in the 90s.
Without giving the plot away it does have a surprising villain reveal and it does end well, reestablishing his faith and setting up the story to be continued by Brian Michael Bendis.
It’s a must read for any Daredevil fan but one that I maybe had too high expectations for.
Daredevil: Guardian Devil by Kevin Smith and Joe Quesada - 6/10
It’s impact in the characters Mythos can’t be understated as it makes some rather large developments for the character moving into the new millennium, however I can’t help but think it if all the DD stories. This unfortunately feels the lost dated.
The plot by Smith on the surface is simple, but soon reveals a complex at best, and convoluted at worst series of twists that need heavy explanation to tie it all together. That being said the character writing is on point. Part of what makes Matt Murdock such an appealing character is the dichotomy between his heroic vigilantism and his catholic faith. After his career and recent life events, Matt begins to question his faith. This is easily the best writing in the comic as Kevin Smith’s own background in Catholicism lends an air of sincerity to the spiritual dilemma within Daredevil.
As mentioned though the era this was written in definitely shows. Marvel Knights was an imprint meant to revitalise the company and appeal to readers that were seeking more “mature” content from independent publishers and even DC’s Vertigo. This licence to be darker, while suited to Daredevil, feels like 90s edge. Which I’m not really a fan of. Through some rather heinous and out of character actions, this story feel like it’s trying a bit too hard to carve a niche in this time period.
On the contrary though, the art by Joe Quesda is bold, bright, dynamic and expressive which is everything I adore about he illustrated medium in the 90s.
Without giving the plot away it does have a surprising villain reveal and it does end well, reestablishing his faith and setting up the story to be continued by Brian Michael Bendis.
It’s a must read for any Daredevil fan but one that I maybe had too high expectations for.
Daredevil: Guardian Devil by Kevin Smith and Joe Quesada - 6/10
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes