Elektra #1
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| Writer | Matt Owens |
| Artist | Juan Cabal |
| Cover Price | $3.99 |
CASINO BATTLE ROYALE!
Running from her tumultuous past, ELEKTRA attempts to lose herself in a vibrant sea of neon, noise and anonymity: LAS VEGAS. But how long can a former ninja assassin really hope to escape the vortex of violence that encompasses her life...especially when there's a new player in Sin City that has her in his sights for his newest game? Enter: Arcade.
Rated T+
CRITIC REVIEWS
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9.0
AIPT - Robert Reed
Feb 22, 2017Elektra#1 is the rare comic debut that will grab readers and refuse to let go. There isn't a complex plot requiring tons of exposition, but that allows for the visuals of the comic to flourish. Juann Cabral's illustrations tell readers so much about Elektra from the way she moves and fights, and coloristsMarcio Menyz and Antonio Fabelado a wonderful job giving the assassin new life in lively colors that poetically contrast with the death she brings. Comic book newcomer Matt Owens comes out swinging, showing a talent for knowing when to let the art tell the story while not forgetting that character comes through both action and words. For fans of the character, this issue was already a must-get, but all comic book readers should give this debut a look. Read Full Review
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Fortress of Solitude - Rick Austin
Feb 27, 2017Even if Elektra isn't one of your favourite characters, this title has the potential to elevate her status. Hopefully, the rest of this series will keep up the wonderful storytelling, and suddenly I find myself wishing that the next issue was already here" Read Full Review
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8.5
Comicsverse - A. Chowder
Feb 22, 2017ELEKTRA #1 slices and dices with a slick new look and entertaining action. Taking place in a corrupted casino, Elektra's new storyline has a lot to offer for fans and new readers. Read Full Review
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8.3
IGN - Jesse Schedeen
Feb 22, 2017Elektra's new solo comic isn't groundbreaking in any way, but it does offer an engaging look at a troubled assassin who can't seem to leave her old life behind. As with the previous volume, the art is really the big selling point. It's clean but stylish and shrouded in gorgeous color work that takes advantage of the glitzy Vegas setting. Read Full Review
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8.0
The Beat - Alexander Jones
Feb 22, 2017Elektra #1 steals the show thanks to Owens' tortured script and Cabal's lovely art. Read Full Review
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8.0
Comics: The Gathering - Ryan.L
Feb 22, 2017Overall this is a great first issue and those that have loved Elektra in the Netflix Daredevil series will definitely enjoy this book. Those that are long time Elektra fans can find a lot of what they have come to love from Elektra here as well. Definitely pick this one up. Read Full Review
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8.0
Pop Culture Uncovered - nylahtb
Feb 23, 2017All in all, this comic was brilliant. Im excited for the next issue and to follow the ongoing adventures of Elektra! Read Full Review
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8.0
Graphic Policy - SHAY REVOLVER
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8.0
ComicWow!TV - Huck Talwar
Feb 28, 2017Although Elektra makes a very stealthy move, she really doesn't seem all to ninja-esque, as she's pretty out in the open. This is an interesting way to change up her character, but I'm not too sure what kind of series it'll make for. Either way, I'm stoked for more. Elektra can't seem to leave her old life behind, so there is bound to be action going forward. Keep reading to see what happens! Read Full Review
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8.0
Razorfine - Alan Rapp
Mar 01, 2017One issue in, it's too hard to yet get a feel for the comic, especially given Matt Murdock's disruption of Elektra's timeline which leaves a gaping black hole into what the character thinks happened in her past and informs who she is today. For fans. Read Full Review
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7.5
Comic Book Revolution - Kevin Lainez
Feb 23, 2017Elektra #1 does exactly what every good first issue must do in building an intriguing world for the main character to exist in. Matt Owens does a good job not throwing a lot of exposition at the reader. Instead he plays to Elektra's strength as a silent assassin while building out where she is at this point in her life and why she decided to come to Las Vegas. And with the bright lights that shine in Las Vegas, Arcade is an appropriate villain for Elektra to go up against, especially with his new death game taking over the city's betting culture. All of this comes together for an excellent debut issue that any fan of Elektra will be happy to purchase. Read Full Review
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7.5
GearWERKZ - Agasicles Stamas
Feb 26, 2017It would be a bit overly to demand that this run be as good as the last Elektra run. This is something different. It feels and looks a bit more mainstream, whereas the last volume was similar to Black Widow, where the events were off-track and outside the concern of the mainstream Marvel Universe. Read Full Review
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7.0
We Got This Covered - Christian Bone
Feb 22, 2017Elektra travels to Las Vegas in this first issue of the ninja-assassin's new solo book. It's a bit of slow start, but there is some fantastic artwork to enjoy here. Read Full Review
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7.0
Comicosity - Allen Thomas
Feb 23, 2017Some stuff works, some doesn't inElektra#1. I hope it survives, but the next issues are going to have to pick up for that to happen. Elektra's characterization is cool, just the setting she is immersed in feels like an odd choice, especially considering the shaky foundation that exists under a comic's survival. I think there's promise, but this is a rather odd start for what is honestly a risky series, even if Elektra herself is really cool. Read Full Review
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6.8
Multiversity Comics - Rowan Grover
Feb 24, 2017"Elektra" #1 falls into stereotypes a little too often to be remarkable, but remains a solid debut for the fan favourite character's new series. Read Full Review
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6.0
Major Spoilers - Matthew Peterson
Feb 23, 2017With Elektra being a part of so many iconic comic moments and stories, it's really hard to make a story that honors the best of what the character has been while delivering solid comic thrills. Elektra #1 has a lot going for it, with strong art and a story that I want to know more about, but I find myself wishing I was more excited about more Elektra. Read Full Review
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5.0
411Mania - RobF
Mar 02, 2017As much as I enjoyed her previous series I feel this one is a misstep. It feels too formulaic, like all the boxes were checked in order to create the story. I think Elektra deserves better. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS
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8.0
Definitely enjoyed the introduction, althou Arcade and Elektra don't seem like a good mix in a longg run. Even thou hes twisted and crazy, their personalities don't seem like a good match for a story to me. However I am glad to see arcade again :D
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8.0
This artwork is professional and the layouts are good. The pacing works very well too. I'm not particularly interested in the overall story, but this is a well executed issue worth checking out if you like this character.
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8.0
Elektra battles action movie clichés and (eventually, presumably) Arcade on her trip to Vegas. This introduction leans a bit too hard on shopworn plot points, but there's impressive style on display in both the writing and the art. It's a comic of voids, so far. The creators paint a Las Vegas full of open spaces pulsing with menace and latent threats. I love the little freeze-frame calamities Juann Cabal hides in the backgrounds. This series could be bound for greatness if we get some quality characterization and inventive plotting to go along with its exquisite style.
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8.0
Not a bad starting point, but Elektra seems out of character
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7.5
The implication and anticipation of where Elektra could go was better than this average superheroine premiere. This would have been better as a TV series episode -but then again, maybe not the premiere.
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7.5
Safe beginning. Nothing great, not bad.
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7.0
Looks great. Bit thin on the writing. It's a combo of Black Widow and Hawkeye - but not quite as good as either of them. But it looks great.
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5.5
A decent start, but synergy kills what made the character so appealing for years before she appeared in live action.
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5.0
This was okay, I was expecting more. I do like the idea of her hunting down the abusive boyfriend. The arcade stuff, I'm not so wild about.
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