Black Lightning #5
| Writer | Brandon Thomas |
| Artist | Fico Ossio |
| Cover Price | $3.99 |
WHEN BLACK LIGHTNING FALLS...THUNDER RISES! Black Lightning and Lightning have fallen in battle as they are ambushed during their fight against Volcana and her Masters of Disaster. Desperate to help her father and sister, Anissa Pierce breaks free from captivity in the Justice League Watchtower thanks to the help of Grace Choi! It's all been leading to this fateful confrontation in the streets of Southside Metropolis as the Pierce family comes together to fight for each other and their community. When the dust settles, Jefferson Pierce is approached by none other than Josiah Power of the Power Company, who seeks to recruit Black Lightning to more
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9.0
Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield
Mar 12, 2025But what this series did best was re-establish Jeff Pierce as a major figure on the ground of the DCU, tackling issues that most heroes might be unaware of, and that sets up his role in the upcoming Power Company revival. Read Full Review
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8.0
AIPT - Collier Jennings
Mar 12, 2025Black Lightning #5 is the end of what's been a spectacular series, and though future adventures have been promised to Jefferson Pierce, I can't help but feel that this series was only getting started. Read Full Review
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8.0
The Comic Book Spot - beastfire
Mar 15, 2025Black Lightning #5 is a solid conclusion to the current arc, with some pretty big reveals and a promise for the future. Read Full Review