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The next big arc of this red-hot series begins here, as Superman findshimself caught between the opposing forces of the nefarious Lazarus Corpand the mysterious Omega Men. But Kal-El just wants to be left alone in theonly place on this planet where he’s ever felt safe. A place called Smallville.
Absolute Superman Issue 8 restarts the main story with remarkable velocity. After stepping aside for Brainiac's issue, the series builds up speed again. Read Full Review
The action in this issue is intense, but as usual with the Absolute Universe, there's a great emotional underpinning to every issue. Read Full Review
Absolute Superman #8 is an absolute treat and an essential read. Its the Super trio in a new light and it covers all the Smallville questions we have been asking. The narrative is strong, emotional, and filled with timely, relevant themes. If youre not reading Absolute Superman, you are missing out. Read Full Review
Overall, this is a great issue that brings Superman, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen together. The question is, how long will it take for them to earn each other's trust something that's long been established in the prime continuity? Read Full Review
Absolute Superman 8 makes for a strong jumping on point for new readers as it offers several hooks and fascinating changes in the standard Superman tale to pique their interest. For readers who've been on board since the start, this is a pretty exciting advancement of the story and the arc to come. Read Full Review
Absolute Superman #8 launches a thrilling new arc, thrusting Superman into a brutal conflict between the Omega Men and Lazarus Corp, all while he grapples with profound isolation and vulnerability. The issue is visually stunning, with Rafa Sandoval's majestic art and Ulises Arreola's vibrant colors elevating the intense action and emotional depth of Superman's journey. Read Full Review
Smallville becomes a warzone as Superman tries finding shelter from Lazarus raging storm. Aaron pens an action packed chapter with the writing. Sandoval returns to the art duties with magnificent images. The Man of Tomorrow continues to command the spotlight in an ever-imaginative new era. Read Full Review
Absolute Superman #8 is such a different reading experience from what we've had from this series thus far. That simply comes from seeing Kal-El have extended interactions with Martha Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olson. That is not something we have gotten from the present day segments. Read Full Review
Absolute Superman #8 successfully sets the stage for a compelling new chapter in the series. Aaron and Sandoval's collaboration continues to offer a fresh and nuanced take on the Man of Steel, blending action, emotion, and philosophical inquiry. Read Full Review
So a lot to mull over for sure. Who is Ra's? Is he just Ra's? Who are the Omega Men? Who funds them? But despite all the wild action in this book (trust me that Smallville scene is a complete and bloody brawl), the image that stuck with me was the Planet building. A perfect encapsulation of the Absolute World. Read Full Review
Action and character work balance nicely and inform one another, making for a big, exciting issue with a lot going on. Read Full Review
Issue #8 gives Absolute Superman another standout villain showcase and pushes the larger political and moral stakes forward, but the narrative still feels caught in a holding pattern when it comes to Superman himself. Gorgeous art and layered world-building keep it engaging, but it's time for the Man of Tomorrow to stop hesitating and start acting. Read Full Review
Absolute Superman #8turns up the action, shakes up the status quo, and builds out several of the characters. Unfortunately, all the good is offset by a lazy setup and a complete lack of development for the one character who matters most - Superman. Jason Aaron's script reads well, and Rafa Sandoval's artwork is phenomenal, but the story almost treats Superman like a guest character. Read Full Review
Hey, it’s great to finally live in a time where Superman and Batman, the two most important superheroes of all time along with Spider-Man, both have the best comics out right now. Absolute Superman keeps delivering, it’s sharp, thrilling, dynamic, and has a real point of view that resonates with the times.
The biggest sin is the presence of Ra's. Not only does it not make sense for him to be a villain in a Superman book, but he could be replaced by another villain like Brainiac or Ultra Humanoid.
The worst part is that I really liked the rest of the chapter, we finally have focus on the protagonist and I loved Jimmy and Lois' interactions.
Another great chapter that moves the story forward. However, while it’s fun to see him punch bad guys, I’d like to get inside his head more and understand more about what he’s thinking. Art is gorgeous as usual!
Love this run.
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