In space, Jean Grey fights. Her journey has now crossed paths with her notorious father-in-law, Corsair. Their path has brought them front and center with The Black Order.
Thanos' group of minions have been connected to a series of disappearances. That doesn't sit well with the new protector of the stars. Did I forget to mention the undead Asgardians now involved?
PHOENIX #3 by Stephanie Phillips, Alessandro Miracolo, David Curiel and Cory Petit (MARVEL COMICS) heads back into battle with its' latest chapter.
PHOENIX #3 by Stephanie Phillips, Alessandro Miracolo, David Curiel and Cory Petit (MARVEL COMICS)
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
Phillips is setting up two stages for this opening arc. Jean and Corsair's takes the center stage. However, Adani's steals some key moments. Her opening sequence with Perrikus shows the young upstart thrown into an unknown scenario.
Confronting (literally) ghosts from her past makes her journey more conflicted. The end result leaves a new challenge awaiting Jean Grey after her current dilemna.
Whenever Corsair is lurking, it is always with a sense of distrust. The writing shows Jean's hesitation to take his words at face value. It leads to more reveals as she presses the issue of the true reason for their conflict. Jean's play to dig further into reason shows off her resourcefulness.
Her play works as the insight leads to a strong resolution. It also delivers a fan-cheering moment as she leaves the Black Order with some pieces of advice. The aftermath sets a great stage for parting ways for now. Rest assured, the saga of Jean Grey in space is very far form over. '
The art depicts Adani's path as one of danger and mystery. With ghosts of her past reappearing, the audience can sense there is no easy way out. This leads to a noteworthy half page panel showcasing her possible destiny at hand. It helps to guide readers into the closing pages as an endgame is slowly revealed.
In the meantime, Jean and Corsair's adventure is filled with great action. The opening salvo features Jean bursting into action. Readers watch as she pries into the mind of an Asgardian and becomes aware of a hidden truth. This sets Grey on a collision course with the Order.
The confrontation concludes with an epic near full page and a warning to boot. Its' fallout concludes events with a more subtle tone. The panels lay the groundwork for something else. There is much for fans to enjoy of this series.
FINAL POINT: 8.6
The standoff with the Black Order provides a steady landing as the legend of the Phoenix grows with another great chapter. Phillips constructs a rising action saga with her writing. The art delivers on key moments setting the stage for a greater challenge. This series shows no signs of slowing down.
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