Transformers #7

This is a comic for anyone who sat and watch Bumblebee and thought, “Thats what I want from Transfomers.” This is a comic for anyone who has waded through years of IDW classics and thought, “Now what?” It's also a surprisingly subtle comic, relishing taking its time with the story, presenting an interesting (and disturbing) mystery against a proper political thriller. There's a lot more to it than meets the eye. Read Full Review

The issue as a whole is an excellent way to allow the events of the previous issues to breathe and really get their importance and impact across. Ruckley's depiction of Bumblebee's grief and disillusionment is excellent, as it feels palpable throughout the issue. It also handles the loss of the point of view character very well. Rubble was the lens through which the reader could experience this new Cybertron, and his death could easily have resulted in a loss of perspective and focus. Instead, the book takes this loss in stride and uses it to flesh out the perspectives of all the other characters. This issue sets up a lot to look forward to, and does a great job depicting the apparent fall of Cybertron. Read Full Review

However, this issue is a little frustrating, for both the readers and the characters within. The murder investigation is no closer to answers, and you can see how this affects Prowl negatively. Chromia is much more put-together about the situation but she must also be feeling the pressure. We get more of a sneak peek in Cyclonus's mind, but we're also suddenly introduced to a new bot with questionable intentions. More questions than answers seem to be added to the mystery of the first murder on Cybertron. I can certainly tell you I'm antsy to be thrown a bone. There are so many questions needing to be answered, beyond those revolving around the murder. What are the Ascenticons up to? Why are Cybertronians going missing? Is Bumblebee making the right choice? Let me tell you, it's going to be a good day when all of them are answered. But, for now, we wait. Read Full Review

Angel Hernandez, Andrew Griffith and Anna Malkova deliver some great art with some great character moments. I continue to be impressed with the look of the characters and the details found throughout the panels. Read Full Review

While Rubble's death feels a little too soon and unearned, it has opened some pretty interesting doors. Bumblebee's journey is the most interesting as Ruckley is doing something entirely different with him while the political element may get more of an emphasis with the impending arrival of Sentinel and Starscream. The combined art team does well depicting the character's sense of loss and uncertainty, making Transformers #7a nice visual chapter even if some of the emotion and action could have been clearer. Read Full Review

Transformers begins a new arc in a way that's not perfect, but will hopefully satisfy fans. Read Full Review

Transformers #7 quickly wastes the goodwill it built up over the last two issues. Read Full Review

Gizmo

Oct 05, 2019

5 pages of Andrew Griffith artwork remind me what I'm missing out on.