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I would give alot of credit to Kirkman if he changed the status quo from what it is now to Invincible being considered a traitor and outed by the Government. That would take some serious brass balls.
I just saw it as well. It naturally looks like a logical culmination, and that is part of the appeal of the book, that as popular as the character and his status quo is, it can change as Kirkman desires, but he does it in ways that make sense. I mean, all of us were wowed when within the first year (or HC vol. 1), Invincible changed so dramatically. It helps make the book.
I think there has to be a shakeup of this sort for Invincible to continue to grow. His personal life has clearly become aimless. He and Amber mutually ended their relationship, he screwed things up with Eve and quite honestly it seemed as if he was only going after as sort of a consolation prize, his education has stalled and he's really not interested in continuing it any further.
He's got some desire to go and find the things his dad talked about in his novels but outside of that Mark's lost direction. This should change all of that quite nicely.
I think there has to be a shakeup of this sort for Invincible to continue to grow. His personal life has clearly become aimless. He and Amber mutually ended their relationship, he screwed things up with Eve and quite honestly it seemed as if he was only going after as sort of a consolation prize, his education has stalled and he's really not interested in continuing it any further.
He's got some desire to go and find the things his dad talked about in his novels but outside of that Mark's lost direction. This should change all of that quite nicely.
Exactly. The appeal of the book is that it CAN change and thus avoid running on spin cycle for decades like too many Big Two franchises that essentially rinse, reuse, and recycle mostly the same angles over and over.
I'm still trying to figure out angle Kirkman is trying to play with Invincible's younger brother. Is he going to die? Is he going to become a friend or foe? The cynic in me is leaning to the latter just because I can't see him letting Mark's life become easy by having backup like that in his corner.
I'm still trying to figure out angle Kirkman is trying to play with Invincible's younger brother. Is he going to die? Is he going to become a friend or foe? The cynic in me is leaning to the latter just because I can't see him letting Mark's life become easy by having backup like that in his corner.
Any option is better than death. Killing Oliver would be a waste of potential, and Kirkman rarely does that.
However, a possible conflict between Invincible and a shady government may shake some of his beliefs to their core, which may be bad if the Viltrumite empire starts nosing around.
However, a possible conflict between Invincible and a shady government may shake some of his beliefs to their core, which may be bad if the Viltrumite empire starts nosing around.
Certainly. I think Mark has obviously been naive so far, his world view a little bit too simplistic and narrow when compared to the role that he's taken on. I expect Kirkman to certainly touch on that in the near future.
On a quasi-related note I got the Astounding Wolf-Man today, haven't gotten around to reading it yet but certainly am looking forward to it.
Certainly. I think Mark has obviously been naive so far, his world view a little bit too simplistic and narrow when compared to the role that he's taken on. I expect Kirkman to certainly touch on that in the near future.
On a quasi-related note I got the Astounding Wolf-Man today, haven't gotten around to reading it yet but certainly am looking forward to it.
It certainly has been a while since Mark's value system has been shaken to the core, at least in a way about as large as the one with his father.
Besides, he's sometimes done things without Cecil's permission, including the adventure that brough Oliver to Earth in the first place. He's torn between the two heritages, and his "Viltrumite Temper" has flared up at times. He's spent a while easily working with a government that seemingly had no dark underbelly so it is about time that view was challenged.
Thankfully, Mark at least has a good mother and friends to support him. Right?
Wolf-Man has been great so far. I've enjoyed it a bit. It is a nice blend of horror and superhero action.
The last issue came out, so it gets a review repost bump. Spoilers!
Dread said:
INVINCIBLE #45: The ride to the pivotal issue 50 continues here and in a way the anticipation for the issue from the cover, solicts, and cliffhanger was better than the issue itself, which is mostly about developping the clash to come. But that's not a bad thing.
The Lady Viltrumite, who still doesn't have a name (Kirkman seems to have a bad habit of not naming them) tries to make her point with Mark, who actually jokes with her after a bodyslam, Spidey-style. Either because of her personal philosophy, or the fact that the Viltrumite Empire is stretched thin as is, she doesn't waste Invincible and allows him to live, telling him that if he doesn't comply within a period of 5 months to 5 years, his replacement will, erm, replace him. Her ship happens to pass Allen, on his way home from Earth, when he turns being noticed into an advantage to explore the Viltrimute prison (and presumably scout potential allies to use against them). In a subtle way his new physical prowess is showcased; Invincible was no challenge to her, but Allen was able to clearly rock her and draw blood, and merely faked losing consciousness from her haymaker. Back at home, Mark talks to his mother and William again, losing more interest in college and settling into a preferred life of being a government paid superhero for the rest of his life.
Even without some of those WIZARD sneak peaks, you can easily tell that the status quo of the book is being due for a rock. The moment Cecil chose to secretly employ the Reanimen creator behind Invincible's back (who naturally was appalled at his lack for value of human life, much less hurting his friends), that line was drawn and a showdown over it was inevitable. Kirkman is timing it for his 50th issue and I can see the simple logic of that. Of course the great thing about this book as it is creator owned so it can change. Will Mark turn his back on humanity and begin to side with the Viltrumites over Cecil's sins? Or will both sides merely end up creating a far more independant Invincible (and possibly other heroes who may agree with him?). Plus, you know the Mark/Eve situation is due for more exploration. The book is a universe unto itself and yet in the old school fashion it has REMAINED one good book, rather than, say, the Global Guardians in one book, and Allen in another, linked by endless crossover like the Big Two, commercially locked in cyclical stories. This book has a freedom many mainstream superheroes lack and uses it for great effect. Ottely's art seemed rushed in places, or at least sometimes his figures seemed "gummier" than usual, but it wasn't by much and it wasn't a major issue. The more issues of Invincible that ship, the better, and Ottley's their core artist. What makes the book tick is ramfications and reactions, the sense that everything that happens will be touched upon and explored as it moves along, and every story leaves many threads for further stories. I can't wait to see this story develop and then explode in a climax. Yet there never will be sense of bridges so burnt that they can't make for even more compelling stories that feel very organic. INVINCIBLE is my favorite book, and hardly anything comes close.
My friend Mixairian has been wondering when Mark will start training in an enhanced gravity chamber like in DBZ.
He does need to work out more, it seems he focused on speed more than strength, which is useful, but added cuts won't hurt.
Allen's a tank.
It looks like Omni-Man may be willing to fight against the empire if given the chance. Although I wonder what may happen if the Viltrumites figure out Mark isn't the only one of them in his family. Oliver may not be the "pinnacle" of their blend (the Mantis people were not as compatable as humans), but as they are "stretched thin" they may reconsider...
I believe so, but I forgot what issue it was in, or what it was exactly for that matter. I think he's an actual dog, just super smart. (Or was that Ceasar from Top Ten?)
Exactly. The appeal of the book is that it CAN change and thus avoid running on spin cycle for decades like too many Big Two franchises that essentially rinse, reuse, and recycle mostly the same angles over and over.
I'm not sure how Oliver will fit in with the big #50. Maybe his innocence helps keep Invincible from going TOO far over after the feeling of moral betrayal from Cecil? Who knows. I just hope the kid sticks around a bit.
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He's spent a while easily working with a government that seemingly had no dark underbelly so it is about time that view was challenged.
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