The Crimson Justice has finally returned to save Empire City! But is he ready for the battles he must fight, as he is now an old man. Well, there will be no time to figure that out as Crimson Justice dives right into the deep end, and into the waiting hands of Dr. Mayhem.

Whatever Happened to the Crimson Justice? #4

Written By Frank Tieri – Art By Inaki Miranda

Colors By Eva De La Cruz – Letters By Dave Sharpe

Edited By Ryan Carrol & James B. Emmett

Published By Mad Cave Studios

***Minor Spoilers Possible***

He’s Back!!!

Crimson Justice is officially back and battling crime! But CJ learns really fast that being older has its drawbacks and he isn’t exactly in the shape he used to be. But there is no time to lick his wounds as Empire City needs the vigilante and all he represents. As Crimson Justice takes it to Frankie the Beak and his crime organization, his arch nemesis Dr. Mayhem plots his demise. But the reality of who Mayhem is will shake John to his core.

Ice Bathes and Toxins

This story hits a new high as we not only get the Crimson Justice, but also the reveal of the identity of Dr. Mayhem. Frank Tieri does a masterful job of giving us the story of the old beatdown superhero and everything that goes along with that. The vulnerability of our hero brings realism to the story and makes the reader feel a special kind of bond with him. Then the reveal of Dr. Mayhem, well it makes sense, also catches the reader by surprise because you don’t want to accept who it is.

The art in this issue is stunning and really captures the essence of the story. Inaki Miranda does an excellent job of bringing Empire City to life and making sure the reader is truly engaged in the world. The depiction of the aged Crimson Justice shows the reader the stark reality of the shape John is in as an older and fighting crime. Eva De La Cruz matches the art perfectly with the color choices, well mixing in the perfect amounts of reds as always to match the crimson name.

Check Out My Review of Crimson Justice #3

Final Thoughts

Whatever Happened to the Crimson Justice? #4 continues to surprise and raise the bar of the superhero genre. This issue and series are a fresh take on the genre and isn’t scared to take big chances and swings. These have all paid off so far and make for a fantastic read. This book is my Pick of the Week and if you are not reading this series already, you need to jump on board now and add this to your Pull List ASAP.

Overall Grade: 10/10

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