Cyborg Superman is on the verge of total victory. The attack on the JL Watchtower has been devastating. Heroes have been corrupted. Hope is fading fast. Only one person is the last line of defense against Hank Henshaw. The Question makes a final play to stop him once and for all. Will it be enough?
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #5 (DC COMICS) by Alex Segura, Cian Tormey, Raul Fernandez, Romulo Fajardo Jr. and Willie Schubert delivers its pen-ultimate chapter.
Let’s not delay and check out where events stand now!
THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #5 (DC COMICS) by Alex Segura, Cian Tormey, Raul Fernandez, Romulo Fajardo Jr. and Willie Schubert
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
This is arguably the best issue of the series thus far. Segura opens up with a subtle recap of events. Even this late in the series, it is a nice touch. Montoya’s last stand carries a heavy intensity. Each fight against her allies escalates events nicely. Even when time shifts to Henshaw’s gloating, the edge never leaves. Readers watch the eventual breakdown occur between him and Eradicator. It gives enough pause before reupping to the finish.
Batwoman’s face-off delivers on the drama. The writing plays off their past to show a possible future. Even with the injection of “Crispus”, the mood never sways too far. It pushes the story into its’ final charge. Once here, events unfold setting up the finale. It is expected but doesn’t feel telegraphed. The final pages leave readers on their seats edge as it’s now or never for Montoya and company.
The art team starts with a full page image of the Question in action. Her allies twisted looks surrounding her adds to the uncertainty. There’s plenty of great action panels spotlighting Montoya’s frantic fight. Readers watch as only Henshaw’s insanity can break up the action. The panels show the inevitable dissolvement of his group. It gives enough space to segway back to Montoya’s flight.
The full page decent of Batwoman onto the scene sparks the next round of action. Montoya’s eyes read the situation perfectly. They reflect the sadness of events. It becomes a catalyst for a moment most have been waiting for. This leads into the closing act. Readers watch as a few full images escort them to the shocking ending. With a parting full page, Montoya’s last stand has commenced whether she’s ready or not.
OVERALL GRADE: 9.1
All roads have led to Renee Montoya’s final round with Cyborg Superman. Segura captures the drama while escalating events. The art team goes big when needed to add more weight to an already loaded chapter. This should be one hell of a finish.
Let me know in the comments below your thoughts on THE QUESTION: ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER #5. Thanks for reading!