The World’s Finest have fought for good in many locations. Alternate dimensions. Different timelines. Wherever they have gone, Batman and Superman make their presence felt. One place out of their element is Atlantis. Under the water, there is one king: Aquaman. When the King calls for help, you had better believe the pair is diving head first into danger!
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD’S FINEST #35 by Mark Waid, Adrián Gutiérrez, Tamra Bonvillain and Steve Wands (DC Comics) kicks off a brand new underwater adventure!
Let’s take a deeper dive into the latest saga!
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD’S FINEST #35 by Mark Waid, Adrián Gutiérrez, Tamra Bonvillain and Steve Wands (DC Comics)
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
Waid takes readers into the depths with this latest installment. Adding Aquaman into the mix provides a fun dynamic. The banter between him and Robin keeps things light-hearted until its’ time to spring into action. Once here, things change drastically. The outbreak of a virus causes havoc. It also pushes various parties to the brink of war.
Lori Lemaris and King Ronal have conflicting views of more heroes involved. Waid plays off the history of Lemaris and Superman very well. It even draws out a smile from Batman. The good feelings don’t last for long. Readers watch as there is more unravelling taking place. Once the play is made, the World’s finest is on their defensive. It also puts Aquaman into a crossfire. The orchestrated attack seems to have a surprising mastermind behind it. Judging by the last page, fans are in for a very wild ride.
Gutiérrez and Bonvillain bring an exciting vision of the seven seas to life. The opening full page shot of Poseidonis and Tritionis gives a small insight to the larger issue later on. Seeing how the virus is infecting connects with readers. It’s a vast contrast form the peaceful moments with Aquaman and the other heroes. The art gives a calmer picture before heading head first into conflict.
Once underwater, the action sequences start to take off. This leads to a reunion of Superman and Lemaris. The reactions of the characters display tells of an underlying issue in wait. Ronal’s disdain for Superman is clearly evident. This plays into their conflict later in the chapter. Aquaman doesn’t escape the anger either. The people of his kingdom unite in a striking group shot (which pops due to Wands lettering). Pacing moves things right along as the conclusion hit. The last page reveals a shocking figure via full page spread. It will definitely catch readers for a loop. Leave it to the creative team to end things on such an exclamation point.
FINAL POINT: 8.8
The World’s Finest plunge into danger with their latest tale. Waid’s writing sets up a multi-layered front. Gutiérrez, Bonvillain and Wands construct a strong vision of conflicts under the sea. This will be one for fans to check out.
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