The Rise Of Ultraman #1
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| Writer | Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom |
| Artist | Francesco Manna, Michael Cho |
| Cover Price | $5.99 |
In darkness there lurks Kaiju - terrifying and unfathomable monsters. Between Kaiju and the rest of us stands the United Science Patrol!
But who are these enigmatic defenders, and how do they perform their miracles? Shin Hayata and Kiki Fuji have spent half a lifetime trying to find out - and their quest is about to drive them toward a decades-old dark secret and put them on a collision course with a mysterious warrior from beyond the stars!
Kyle Higgins (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Mat Groom (Self/Made) and Francesco Manna (AVENGERS) reimagine the classic origin of a pop culture icon as THE RISE OF ULTRAMAN begins!
Rated T+
CRITIC REVIEWS Back to Top
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But Why Tho? - CJ
Sep 09, 2020The Rise of Ultraman#1 is an amazing update to the Ultraman mythos, courtesy of a creative team that has nothing but love for the character. Higgins, Groom, and Manna make an amazing team and I look forward to seeing more of this series, including Hayata's first transformation into Ultraman. As an Ultraman fan, I highly recommend this to fans both old and new. Read Full Review
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9.5
Weird Science Marvel Comics - Weird Science Jim
Sep 08, 2020Ultraman #1 is a great start to Kyle Higgins and Mat Groom's 5-issue mini. If you are not familiar with Ultraman, don't worry, you will not be left behind. Check it out for the great art, intriguing story, and giant Kaiju! Read Full Review
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9.0
AIPT - David Brooke
Sep 08, 2020I was hesitant in reading this work since a big publisher like Marvel Comics taking on yet another property is an easy cash-grab if done wrong, but that couldn't be further from the truth. The creative team has done the homework, clearly spent a lot of time and energy getting this world right, and have started things off strong. The Rise of Ultraman is an exciting new sci-fi action story well worth rising up and reading. Read Full Review
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9.0
Monkeys Fighting Robots - Anthony Wendel
Sep 09, 2020Phenomenal art and deep references from Higgins and Groom make this comic a must buy. Read Full Review
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8.6
Comic Watch - Ross Hutchinson
Sep 08, 2020ULTRAMAN: RISE OF ULTRAMAN #1 is a clever three-pronged introduction into the Ultraman universe that fans of the original material can appreciate and newcomers to the franchise can also enjoy. While issue one may not have the kind of action some may be expecting, it still has thrills and mystery and combines that with great character work, superb art, and a clever format. Read Full Review
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8.0
ComicBook.com - Spencer Perry
Sep 09, 2020This new series reboots the property for new audiences and old fans alike with a direct approach to the concept in a fun inaugural issue. The only real downside for the series' kickoff is that it has to spend more time establishing its world than really playing in it, though it features quality backup tales to supplement that shortcoming. Read Full Review
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8.0
Impulse Gamer - Tim Chuma
Sep 10, 2020I would recommend this one if you are into Ultraman and kaiju or want something different from the usual superhero stories. Read Full Review
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7.8
Multiversity Comics - John Schaidler
Sep 11, 2020Come for the main event, but be sure to stay for the extras, they make a decent debut much better. Read Full Review
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7.3
Major Spoilers - Matthew Peterson
Sep 10, 2020I'm by no means an Ultraman expert, but this issue makes an interesting case for finding out more. Read Full Review
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7.0
Newsarama - Justin Partridge
Sep 09, 2020Which, regrettably, makes The Rise of Ultraman #1 uneven. Though gorgeous throughout and chocked full of charm and weird bits of texture, the story isn't that accessible for those not up to speed on the character. Read Full Review
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3.0
Bleeding Cool - Theo Dwyer
Oct 01, 2020Ultraman: The Rise of Ultraman #1 sees Marvel Comics relaunch this Kaiju-fighting hero with a sci-fi origin story. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS Back to Top
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8.0
This is an intriguing, newbie-friendly introduction to the world of Ultraman (where I certainly qualify as a newb). Ambitious young recruits are swept into the kaiju-fighting world of the United Science Patrol. This multi-strip issue strikes a great balance, explaining a little and hinting at much more in a way that hooked me hard. Some outstanding character art from Francesco Manna helped a great deal. The greatest potential weakness is flat characterization; hopefully, that will be remedied as the story goes on.
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7.5
I was a little disappointed. I liked the lead story, but it was too short considering the price. The rest of the issue was useless filler.
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6.5
I've never been an Ultraman fan. I don't know the character at all. 8 don't know if this comic is accurate to the established canon, or if it's something new, but I found myself waiting for a hook that never really came. The story is fine. That's it. I'm not sure I'll continue reading this. The most intrigue actually came from the back up. I don't know, this just didn't click with me.
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5.0
Like, it's not horrible, but it's also not all that interesting. Eh.
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