Ultraman: The Fall of Ultraman #1 – A Long Goodbye

Earth is on the brink of a takeover. Ultraman is burdened with news that could sway the takeover, but at what cost…?

Creative Team

Kyle Higgins & Mat Groom (Writers), Davide Tinto (Artist), Rachelle Rosenberg (Colorist),
VC’s Ariana Maher (Letterer), Netho Diaz, Jay Leisten & Fer Sifuentes-Sujo (Cover Artists)

Carlos Lao (Designer), Lindsey Cohick (Assistant Editor), Tom Brevoort (Editor),
C.B. Cebulski (Editor-in-Chief)

Publisher: Marvel Comics

A Long Goodbye

This new story of Ultraman by Kyle Higgins & Mat Groom proves to be a grueling test for Shin and Ultra (together are Ultraman). A mysterious being (Morheim) has chosen Earth as its feeding ground. It is up to Ultraman and his partners to exterminate Morheim and save Earth. In this situation, a simple battle is not the only obstacle.

Shin and his team are visited by an individual from the future who shares with them how the battle will go and the prevailing outcome. This news not only sends Shin and his team into a spiral of emotions but also into utter disbelief. There is an ultimate cost within the battle against Morheim.

Detail after detail is given to Shin and his team on every facet of the battle and its outcome. Shin and Ultra spend some alone time reflecting on the news from the future. Shin then pays a visit to an ally, requesting help in the battle against Morheim. It is after this conversation that Shin’s ally devises his own plan for what will take place once the battle has concluded. Which gives this story so much promise moving forward.

Writing

Kyle Higgins & Mat Groom did a stellar job with this first issue of Ultraman. The dynamic storytelling blends perfectly with the flow of the story. This is my first time reading Ultraman, and there is just enough backstory incorporated to bring a first-time reader up to speed. The dialogue from the man from the future has an amazing somber tone to it while you read. There are plenty of descriptive panels that give you so much information, but it does not overload the reader.

Artwork

Davide Tinto shows off his exceptional eye for detail within his pencil work in this issue. From a small wave crashing against a concrete buoy to a larger, muscular definition of characters. He really shows his range and abilities as a penciler within these panels.

Rachelle Rosenberg deserves a couple of bouquets of flowers for her coloration within this first issue. Her choice of colors and shading accent perfectly what Davide drew. From a large galaxy spread to a giant splash page of a battle scene. I have yet to come across a piece of her work that I have not enjoyed looking at!

Final Thoughts

Fall of Ultraman’s first issue shows so much promise for a great story. Just from this issue alone, you get the feeling of action, emotion, and a hint of rejoicing. This issue sets the groundwork for the upcoming issues. I am very pleased that this issue was my introduction to Ultraman, and I am invested in knowing where this story goes. This is a series you will be sorry if you do not pick up.

Grade: 9/10

More Comic Book Reviews/News: Nerd Initiative

Previous Review of Mine: Star Wars: Jar Jar #1 – The Unseen

My Personal Content: Travis’ Comic Haven

PLEASE SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS IN THE COMMENTS SECTION!