Shazam! #12

Overall, this series is an absolute blast, even if both writing teams struggled a bit with balancing what's a huge cast filled with intriguing characters. Here's hoping that Campbell gets to continue building on everything that's been set up here. Read Full Review

This issue clues up a promising opening arc for Josie Campbell and boasts some frenetic yet polished art as we dive into a world that's shattering from the eyes of our protagonist. Read Full Review

Shazam! #12 is an amazing end to the first arc for this new creative team, showcasing some of the best executed retcons in recent memory. Read Full Review

Shazam #12 is a powerful issue that combines strong writing, innovative art, and vibrant colors to deliver an emotional and visually stunning story. The creative team's ability to convey deep emotional conflicts and their impact on family dynamics is commendable, making this issue a must-read for fans of the series. Read Full Review

The Captain's secrets are revealed, Mary Marvel makes a save, and Billy can't quite put it all together. It's a well-done issue. Read Full Review

Norton and Luppacchino deliver some great art in the issue. I really enjoyed the visual styles separately, but they didnt really mesh together thematically as one was starker than the other. Read Full Review

Shazam #12 sends readers on an emotional rollercoaster as Billy uncovers secrets kept to protect him, which could destroy all reality if he learns the truth. Campbell successfully crafts a script with momentum and emotional stakes, albeit riddled with plot holes, and the art is a noticeable improvement over the previous issue. Read Full Review

The mortal portion of the story in Shazam! #12 delivers some effective emotional story beats following the return of Billy Batson's mother to his life. Read Full Review

daspidaboy

Jun 04, 2024

This is a solid series. Even though the art isn't great it is still entertaining