Welcome to an all new edition of Parlay Points, the complementary comic book blog to the ODPH podcast! For this edition, we’re checking out the latest installment of one of the great books you can find on Comixology Originals line. I can’t stress this enough: If you’re a comic book fan, you need to sign up for the Unlimited deal.

Red Tag #3 by Rafael Scavone, Rafael Albuquerque, Roger Cruz, Cris Peter and Bernardo Brice for Comixology Originals via Stout Club has been a roller coaster ride seen thru the eyes of Lu, Lis and Leco as they navigate an ever evolving landscape in their attempt to fight the good fight. Let’s not waste anymore time and jump into this latest chapter, shall we?

Red Tag #3 - On Sale May 3rd
Creative: Rafael Scavone, Rafael Albuquerque, Roger Cruz, Cris Peter and Bernardo Brice
Credit: Comixology Originals/Stout Club

*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***

The story of these three individuals who proves no good deed goes unpunished has gone into some intriguing directions. After acquiring a cell phone for with some sensitive information on it, the trio of Lu, Lis and Leco have become involved with a political conspiracy involving an upcoming election. Using this info, they have tipped off Neto, a candidate in that election about what is planned against him. By taking that shot, there are individuals involved now that want to end this “problem” once and for all.

This issue kicks off with Neto addressing the public about this information. Zé Fofinho has been assigned to silence the problem and starts tracking down the cell phone holders. After last issue, Zé Fofinho’s presence is even more menacing. Our heroes now have to evade and escape Zé Fofinho but that’s easier said than done. All the while Lis makes a big move of her own. Will she be able to succeed? And there’s a cliffhanger ending that will change the direction of the story nearing its’ conclusion.

Scavone speeds up the drama with this issue. With Zé Fofinho now on the trail of our trio, readers are witnessing first hand the gravity of their actions. How Zé Fofinho goes about his work is another layer to what steps he’s willing to take to eliminate the problem. The side story with Lis is one to keep eyes on as it could be the key to getting Neto elected. Pacing was very well as all the major players had big moments in this book. Now hitting the home stretch, the final page is going to set the tone for the remainder of the book.

Cruz continues strong work on this book. The majority of the issue is focused on Zé Fofinho but it works to really show how dedicated he is to complete his mission. Great work on showing his emotions with the twists and turns that happen here. There was some excellent chase scenes here as well. Very good last page for a cliffhanger ending.

Overall, Red Tag #3 really speeds up the drama as all the major players have made their moves in this issue. With Zé Fofinho taking the lead for this issue, our trio of heroes need to somehow find a way to stay alive with a dangerous foe making his first moves. Make sure to check this series out for NCBD on Comixology!

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RED TAG #3 (COMIXOLOGY ORIGINALS/STOUT CLUB)

Ken M