The rise of “The Wall” concludes as Absolute Power is dominating the DC Universe. Amanda Waller’s journey to becoming a feared force has been trials by fire. Much like Batman, Waller’s path beings with a family tragedy. It is only fitting their paths become full circle for the origin finale.
ABSOLUTE POWER: ORIGINS #3 by John Ridley, Alitha Martinez, Norm Rapmund, Andrew Dalhouse and Steve Wands (DC COMICS) concludes a challenging tale for will and determination.
Let’s not wait any longer and jump into the finale.
ABSOLUTE POWER: ORIGINS #3 by John Ridley, Alitha Martinez, Norm Rapmund, Andrew Dalhouse and Steve Wands (DC COMICS)
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It is only fitting that Waller’s last adversary on her rise is the Caper Crusader. Ridley pens Batman as the ultimate test. The writing reflects the methodical way Waller looks to deal with a threat to her plans. Readers see the lengths she goes to with no regard for anyone else, including her family.
Speaking of her children, Ridley allows Waller to show little emotion as her schemes become unraveled. The exposure of taping a conversation with the President gives an insight on the divide Waller’s actions have caused. It also steers Waller back on her path to handling Batman. The cold demeanor which readers know begins to surface and solidify. This spirals into the bittersweet close. It leaves Waller exposing the belief that the actions justify the means. Will this come to fruition? Only time will tell.
Martinez and the art team usher in Batman’s attack on Waller in style. A full page spread sets the pace for Batman handling Waller’s forces. This is completed with a page that stares speak louder than words. The conversations with her family range from calm to quietly caring. Waller’s stance never truly waivers. The art keeps that angle throughout. With the closing chapter, there is a sense of reflection as to what Waller is doing. No matter the panel, the true sense of “The Wall” is on full display. Whether the DCU is ready or not is another question.
FINAL POINT: 8.8
Amanda Waller’s rise to power wraps up with a solid perspective. Ridley’s pacing allows readers an insight into a dangerous mind. Martinez and the art team mix in action with high tension family drama. It’s a perfect combination for one of the most dangerous in the DCU.
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