JSA #5

Justice Society of America: Ragnarok #5 is leading us to the conflict we have been waiting for readers. The solemn words that we close to should be enough to whet the appetite of carnage and no holds barred action that is coming. What happens is up in the air. Will Kobra finally win? Will the Justice Society of America be torn asunder by the schemes of the Injustice Society? Find out with me next time friends! Read Full Review

Lemire's run on this title is radically different from Johns' and plays on many of the tropes Lemire worked with in Black Hammer. It's a really good fit for these characters, who stand apart from the rest of the heroes in the DCU and have a dynamic that isn't like any other DC team book. Read Full Review

I really liked the brief exchanges between Hawkman and the young ghost, Eternity, whom he meets in Hell. The fact that she doesn't remember who she is or how she got there adds a nice layer of mystery and could become even more important as the story unfolds. Read Full Review

Overall, JSA #5 is a solid installment that delves into the complexities of the Justice Society. It's a character-driven story that emphasizes the challenges of maintaining unity and the importance of confronting internal conflicts. Fans of the JSA and those who appreciate nuanced storytelling will find this issue engaging. The focus on character drama over pure action means this issue is building to a larger event, and is very good at doing so. Read Full Review

The march to Ragnark continues with a fast moving chapter. Lemire packs the writing with a dire feel. Olortegui returns to construct a path where the heroes may not make it out in one piece. If looking for a classic superhero saga, look no further. Read Full Review

JSA #5 is a fun piece of the larger first arc of JSA. The climax inches ever closer, and I can not wait to see the culmination of the soon-to-be interwoven storylines. Read Full Review

With JSA #5, this series is falling into place. This issue is well balanced and moves things forward. There are some misgivings with the internal conflict, but it's outweighed by the rest of the issue as well as a solid tease for which JSAer will die next issue. May be over with the pains of childbirth with this series. Read Full Review

Read with other issues in the ongoing Ragnarok storyline, JSA #5 is an exciting issue with notable character moments. As a standalone issue, though, its much less effective. And as an early issue in a new team series that features (between heroes and villains) a dozen consequential characters, it is difficult to follow or invest in. Read Full Review

JSA #5 ramps up the tension and action on multiple fronts when the JSA is scattered by the ISA's master plan. Jeff Lemire's script moves the plot forward in a myriad of ways, and Diego Olortegui's art is solid. That said, Lemire's multi-plot tale does too much too fast, so it feels overstuffed. Read Full Review

Superman Fan

Mar 05, 2025

In Lemire we trust!

George

Mar 07, 2025

The best issue of the run so far. It’s an old school approach and I like it. And probably the issue where the art and story really jelled for the first time. Some people may not like the numerous plots and characters but it works for me.

Williamflipper

May 06, 2025

Good read.

K-23

Apr 02, 2025

Lemire is one of my top 3 writers but being a casual JSA fan, there's so much going on that it's hard to get my bearings on everything happening to get fully invested.

Simon DelMonte

Apr 06, 2025

Solid meant and potatoes comics storytelling, though I want more of the classic JSAers.