Lightray is dead. New Genesis has fallen to The Nyctari. The survivors are en route to Earth. Waiting there is another factor at hand. Kamal may be the next New God. High-Father put Orion on a mission to dispose of the possible threat. Standing in his way is Mister Miracle and Big Barda.
These actions have drawn the attention of the Justice League. With the DC Universe’s legendary team involved, there’s no telling where events go from here!
The New Gods #7 by Ram V., Evan Cagle, Travis Moore, Francesco Segala & Tom Napolitano continues its’ thought provoking odyssey.
Let’s take a closer look at how things shape up from here.
The New Gods #7 by Ram V., Evan Cagle, Travis Moore, Francesco Segala & Tom Napolitano (DC Comics)
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
This is arguably the most “Superhero”-esque issue to date. Seeing the League’s involvement plays well to finally give a pay-off for their involvement. V’s writing teases more string-pulling form one notable character. There is some deep diving which helps to truly cement his role here. That said, there are two major elements of this issue that jump out.
The first is the government involvement in this challenge. Readers watch as they difference of opinion strikes a few character wrong. This leads into one taking the full front lead. Who would have thought a human would be the voice of reason above gods? It results in an unlikely set-up for New Genesis refugees.
The second is a grieving portion for Lightray. V weaves the fabric of loss into the eqation perfectly. Readers watch as a guard is let down for huge emotions. There is little time to absorb the moment. The last page teases more problems circulating. How this will all play out is anyone’s guess.
Moore takes over the cameo section here. His art welcomes in the League into the conflict. Cagle steps in and gives a dramatic flare to the Gods arrival on earth. The smoky shadows of the JLU pop off the near full page. There is plenty of reactions at this stage. Seeing the set-up versus the government carries anger and resentment. It is quickly subdued by a hero’s actions. Cagle locks in on the frustration while spinning the positives.
The grieving section previously mentioned hits the mark. Seeing the one character finally break down at the loss is overdue. Each panel here conveys the shock of what has happened. Even as the mood is lowered here, a shot of kindness spins the chapter. The closing page leaves no doubt of more problems on the way. It’s never a dull moment with the art on display.
OVERALL GRADE: 8.8
The New Gods have made their way to Earth, but at what cost? Ram V’s stellar writing fluctuates between a vast cast of characters. Moore and Cagle usher in the JLU’s appearance with strong art. Only time will tell where events lean into with a future uncertain.
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