The New Space Age #4 – The Human World is a Mess

Mark seems to have recently gotten a lot closer to finding his long lost brother. However, his recent discovery created more mysteries, while the chaos he left on Earth seems like it’s about to hit the fan.

Creative Team

Writer: Kenny Porter;

Artist: Mike Becker;

Colorist: Kevin Betou;

Letterer: Buddy Beaudoin;

Editor: James B. Emmett;

Logo Designer: Tim Daniel;

Book Designer: David Reyes;

Book Production: Eisy Celis;

Main Cover Artist: Mike Becker with colors by Kevin Betou.

Check out a review of The New Space Age #3 from Mad Cave Studios.

The Story for The New Space Age #4

As Mark licks his wounds after that issue 3 ending, he’s frustrated, but not giving up. After a quick villain origin story, Mark begins to sulk. Hope is running out, but some tough love and guilt snap Mark back to reality. A reality where the only thing he truly fears is his brother never being rescued. Even with absolute chaos taking place around him.

The Art

I have loved the art since issue 1, but The New Space Age #4 took it to another gorgeous level. Scenes that should be nothing but death and destruction were turned into beautiful moments showcasing the alien technology that’s being exploited and used for what humans tend to excel at… destruction. The drawings, colors, and letters all beautifully sync up to create some perfect moments that make you stop to ooh and awe, all while taking in the severity of what’s happening.

Final Thoughts

While overall this story seems like just a big brother filled with regret for not keeping his younger brother safe, it’s so much more than that. Issue 4 dug a bit deeper into that. Amongst the destruction that is in full swing, Mark is still dealing with guilt about Joey, as well as healing from the damage his father did. Despite the obvious faults we have that surround this current issue, Mark still tries to defend humanity as a whole.

Overall Grade: 9/10

If you love a good Sci-Fi story that weaves some real humanity throughout, mixed with some absolutely gorgeous and fun art, go pick up The New Space Age from Mad Cave Studios.

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