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For this entry, With being one of the pillars of comics’ most exciting universe: The Massive-Verse, fans are talking about the latest adventure of one Bibiana Lopez-Yang. That’s right, we’re heading to San Francisco and checking on its’ protector via Image Comics and Black Market Narrative.
THE DEAD LUCKY #10 by MELISSA FLORES, FRENCH CARLOMAGNO, MATTIA IACONO AND BECCA CAREY (along with editor Michael Busuttil) continues its’ second story arc with Bibi’s past crashing into her present. Let’s see how things are shaping up now, shall we?
THE DEAD LUCKY #10 by MELISSA FLORES, FRENCH CARLOMAGNO, MATTIA IACONO AND BECCA CAREY (along with editor Michael Busuttil - credit: image comics via black market narrative)
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
With the new responsibilities working for Morrow, Bibi’s plan of taking down the evil tech company was starting to take off. However, a mission in Jordan has led her into the crosshairs of someone she thought was a memory. Pyre, a member of her armed forces unit, has returned into her life with powers and a new agenda.
After the reunion, Bibi returned home to San Francisco after being gone for three days. She didn’t return alone as Pyre followed her back. Wanting to help her with her mission, Pyre draws attention onto himself in the form of Morrow forces. After an A.I.D. (Artificial intelligence Destruction) Protocol is given, Morrow’s mechs have now been given lethal clearance to end the threat of Pyre and Bibi is caught in the crossfire!
This chapter begins with Korin, a Morrow board member, trying to figure out who authorized the lethal force call. She brings this to the attention of Morrow CEO Jimmi Moss. However, Moss is more concerned about his deteriorating health condition. Moss addresses Korin to handle the problem of the protocol while he goes back to trying to solve his own issues.
Back at the fisherman’s wharf of San Francisco, Bibi and Pyre brace for action as they are now surrounded by mechs ready to fire. Readers see business escalate quickly as the pair fights to survive. Once the smoke clears, there are many questions left in the wake.
Who activated the protocol? What is the public reaction to this battle? How does Morrow respond? Events speed into the spotlight as the attack at the Wharf appears to be the tip off the iceberg. Bibi is now hopping out of the proverbial frying pan into the fire as tensions escalate out of control. Lucky for San Francisco, Bibi isn’t going down without a fight as the final page makes a bold statement before concluding the story for now.
Flores pushes Bibi into uncharted territory with the latest chapter. Seeing the stand-off with the mechs brought high tension as Bibi is trying to keep control before others get hurt. This counters Pyre’s play as he embraces the fight. Their personal history strains the overall mission of stopping Morrow.
Flores spins this into building drama which pays off later in the issue. The mystery behind who initiated the protocol is a nice twist to the overall tale. With a few suspects jumping to mind, readers can make their assumptions while watching the action sequences play out. As always, this series gives readers much to enjoy.
Carlomagno and Iacono features great action throughout the issue. The initial stand-off comes across as fast-paced and unforgiving as a lethal order mission would play out. Bibi and Pyre get moments to show off their abilities ending with a strong panel demonstrating Bibi’s powers to end this round.
The public reactions to recent events carry weight as the anger and frustration bleeds over from the crowd to a board room meeting that plays a big part in connecting with readers. This is a small break until the next round begins. The art team speeds up the frantic pace of the battles without mis-stepping any key moment. This all comes to a head with the closing image which will have fans excited to see what happens next.
FINAL POINT: 8 OUT OF 10
The presence of Pyre brings the fight home to San Francisco with another Massive-verse fantastic issue. Flores mixes in big action while quietly laying a foundation for a bigger payoff later with excellent writing. Carlomagno, Iacono and Carey add the finishing touches for a visual experience that will have fans locked in from the opening page. There’s a reason why The Dead Lucky is a New Comic Book Day staple for fans. Don’t miss out!
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