The history of the Kaiju through the eyes of the founding fathers continues. The Mayan origin of Rodan and the dominance of King Ghidorah are told in this issue. Plus, President Jefferson and Lane are on the hunt for a Ben Franklin secret.

Godzilla: HTBD II – Sons of Giants #4

Written By: Frank Tieri

Art By: Inaki Miranda

Colors By: Eva de la Cruz

Letters By: Steve Wands

Edited By: Jake Williams

Published By: IDW Publishing

***Minor Spoilers Possible***

Rodan Rules the Day

Godzilla: HTBD #4 opens with the Mayan origin tale of Rodan and his vengeance on the Conquistador Fernando Suez. After Thomas Jefferson finishes the tale to Mr. Lane, they continue the discussion about the order that Jefferson is in and their business with Lane. Jefferson exposes Napoleon as a member and even includes that he sent Louis & Clark on their expedition in search of Kaiju.

It is then revealed that Mr. Lane was an apprentice of Ben Franklin’s, and this is why he is needed by the order. They hope Lane can help find a secret before the inevitable happens. What is the inevitable and how does Aaron Burr fit into it?

Their Can Only Be One King

Frank Tieri is creating a new history around the Kaiju. Using real historical figures and situations to bolster the legends of the Kaiju is a gamble and it pays off tenfold. This world that Frank Tieri has created feels real and is amazing. Add to that the story is unfolding like a conspiracy/mystery novel, and you can’t go wrong with it.

The art is magnificent. Inaki Miranda goes from Mayan inspired art to the books Sherlock Holmes like art, to French inspired art, and finally Japanese inspired. One would think with all the changes it would lose something; however, it makes everything that much better. Big Kudos to Eva de la Cruz for matching colors with each style seamlessly.

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Final Thoughts

Godzilla: HTBD #4 continues this awesome epic in a big way. This book has some great reveals and even better art. Alternative history stories always hit the spot for me. Then you add in Kaiju, and you had me at hello. Run to your LCS pick up this issue and the 3 before it and enjoy the ride through history.

Final Grade: 9.5/10

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