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Creative Team: Tom Taylor (Writer), Lucas Meyer (Artist), Ivan Reis and Eduardo Pansica (Pencilers), Danny Miki and Júlio Ferreira (Inkers), Brad Anderson and Romulo Fajardo Jr. (Colorists), Wes Abbott (Letters)
Beast Word #6 – DC Comics
In the climactic Beast World finale, the DC Universe stands on the brink of demise as the mysterious Dr. Hate is finally unmasked. Tom Taylor’s masterful storytelling in Nightwing #104 set the stage, dropping subtle hints that led to an impactful revelation. The color of magic played a crucial role, and even with prior clues, the reveal still delivers a powerful wow factor.
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The Writing
The writing skillfully ties up loose ends while leaving tantalizing surprises for future story arcs. The pacing strikes a perfect balance between action and aftermath, setting the stage for compelling developments in upcoming issues. Taylor’s narrative evokes strong emotions for the characters embroiled in this epic tale.
Art, Colors and Layouts:
Despite a diverse creative team, including artists Lucas Meyer, Ivan Reis, Eduardo Pansica, inkers Danny Miki and Júlio Ferreira, colorists Brad Anderson and Romulo Fajardo Jr., and letterer Wes Abbott, Beast World #6 maintains a seamless reading experience. The collaboration results in a visually stunning comic that seamlessly flows from start to finish.
The use of varying paneling sequences enhances the pacing, creating a cinematic feel during intense fight scenes and allowing moments of respite for character and world-building. The colors, particularly during the dynamic fight scenes and the mirror battle between Ravens, are nothing short of incredible. Small, thoughtful touches, like the shadowy conversation between Nightwing and the president, with Nightwing’s blue suit as the sole splash of color, add depth to the visual storytelling.
Final Thoughts
Beast World #6 delivers a riveting conclusion with top-tier writing and visually captivating art. The DC Universe is evolving in a way that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, setting the stage for an exciting future.
Overall Grade 9 out of 10
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