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murderbot42's review
fast-paced
3.75
Wow, this was a really fascinating take on Domino. I honestly, haven't read any of the 80s comics where they delved deeper into her backstory and I've only ever seen her in team books where she's not a central character often and not entirely fleshed out, so this was the first time I'd ever properly gotten into the psychology of Domino. I don't know if Simone is doing an original take or not, but it definitely intrigued me.
myhomeisalibrary's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
yubsie's review
4.0
I didn't really know anything about Domino outside of her appearance in Deadpool 2. It took me a bit to get into this one, but it wound up being a really enjoyable read. Domino showed a lot of interesting vulnerability and there were some great lines.
doyoudogear's review
4.0
I was really excited when I saw Marvel was releasing a new Domino comic! I've always thought she was an interesting character, but she's also not someone we see every day. I normally wait until I've read at least three issues of a new volume before commenting or reviewing, but I am loving this!
In the first two issues we see a few familiar faces (Colossus, Hulk, Deadpool and others), and it's nice to read about them outside of their own comics. I guess you could say the entire Marvel Universe overlaps in one way or another, but we don't often see them interacting with Domino and her team. Also, when push comes to shove...these guys will fight for their friends. The majority of them are mercenaries, so it can get a little messy.
I'll be honest when I say I went into this one a little unsure about Domino's powers and general abilities. It's the first time they've been explained (to me) in great detail, so now I have a better understanding ofhow she uses them how they benefit her. It's not like she can activate her luck to assist her when she fights, but it's there when she needs it. Luck might not always be kind to her, but it makes sure she survives.
Two issues and I'm hooked! The last one left me feeling anxious and angry, which is when waiting a month between issues becomes brutal. The villains are unfamiliar (to me at least), which makes their actions incredibly surprising. I have no idea what they're trying to do.
If you're looking to start something new, I highly recommend this! It's only on the second issue, so it wouldn't take very long to catch up. There's a lot of action, dependable friends, Deadpool, and even an adorable puppy! The story itself is engaging, the artwork is phenomenal, and Domino is a very likeable and complex character. I would like to learn more about her past, but I cannot wait to see what happens next!
Originally posted at Do You Dog-ear? on May 27, 2018.
https://www.doyoudog-ear.com/2018/05/domino-1-2-by-gail-simone.html
In the first two issues we see a few familiar faces (Colossus, Hulk, Deadpool and others), and it's nice to read about them outside of their own comics. I guess you could say the entire Marvel Universe overlaps in one way or another, but we don't often see them interacting with Domino and her team. Also, when push comes to shove...these guys will fight for their friends. The majority of them are mercenaries, so it can get a little messy.
I'll be honest when I say I went into this one a little unsure about Domino's powers and general abilities. It's the first time they've been explained (to me) in great detail, so now I have a better understanding of
Two issues and I'm hooked! The last one left me feeling anxious and angry, which is when waiting a month between issues becomes brutal. The villains are unfamiliar (to me at least), which makes their actions incredibly surprising. I have no idea what they're trying to do.
If you're looking to start something new, I highly recommend this! It's only on the second issue, so it wouldn't take very long to catch up. There's a lot of action, dependable friends, Deadpool, and even an adorable puppy! The story itself is engaging, the artwork is phenomenal, and Domino is a very likeable and complex character. I would like to learn more about her past, but I cannot wait to see what happens next!
Originally posted at Do You Dog-ear? on May 27, 2018.
https://www.doyoudog-ear.com/2018/05/domino-1-2-by-gail-simone.html
thebooksanctum's review
4.0
Really enjoyed this comic - it was funny, filled with girl power and female solidarity. I had a great time!
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