Connect with us
Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review

Comic Books

Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review

Need to get your fix of some Joe Mad art? Joe Madureira is one of the most idolized artists in comics today and that might be partly due to his disappearing act from the scene for so long. Well, he’s back now, and he’s kicking ass with Wolverine to boot. Last month we reviewed the first issue in this story arc and found the art was keeping things afloat, but what about this week’s? Is it good?


Savage Wolverine #7 (Marvel Comics)


Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review
If you missed our review of Savage Wolverine #6 read it here.

Listen to the latest episode of our weekly comics podcast!

When it comes to Wolverine, 99% of the audience is looking for berserker action sequences and maybe some interaction with characters. Anybody looking for a story outside an action movie is probably looking in the wrong place. Having said that, this issue is more of the same, but there are two story elements that should keep some folks on their toes.

Last issue, Elektra asked Wolverine to help her help Kingpin. Kingpin’s authority over The Hand was in jeopardy as they were going to send an assassin to test his skills. Kingpin told Elektra that assassin was going to be a zombie Bullseye and she didn’t want him rising from the dead. It wasn’t going to be a fair fight for Kingpin and Electra wants to ensure Bullseye is dead forever. This issue opens with our heroes confronting the ninjas who are resurrecting Bullseye.

Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review
Interesting concept here with Wolverine needing to warm up.

I’m not sure if this is a brand spanking new idea, but writer Zeb Wells plays around with the idea that Wolverine is only amazing at fighting when he’s in his berserker mode. Aside from that he’s just okay if not downright bad. It’ll probably piss off Wolverine fans, but it does give the character a grounding in reality. By giving him this weakness it helps make him vulnerable and therefore more interesting.

Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review
Sickkkkkkkk!

Another element Wells brings into this issue is the twist ending, which I won’t spoil here, but know that it’s an interesting surprise to say the least. It also flips the entire plot on its head concerning Wolverine and Electra working for Kingpin.

With those two elements out of the way, all this issue breaks down to is fight sequences. And boy do they look great. There’s just enough to keep you interested, and for the 99% out there wanting to see some fighting, they get everything they asked for.

Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review
That helicopter is amazing.

Joe Mad continues to draw some mean monsters and exciting sequences. Every character looks finished, polished and ready to be ogled. If you take a second to really look you’ll see backgrounds aren’t rendered too much, but that’s okay because it’s the muscled fighters we’re really looking at anyway. It does however, take the art down a notch when you can’t get any sense of mood or atmosphere.

Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review
That is a lot of blood.

Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review 7.5

Is It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 ReviewIs It Good? Savage Wolverine #7 Review
  • Some great fight sequences
  • Interesting berserker idea
  • Not much to chew on
  • No backgrounds to speak of…mostly

Those 99% will be happy with this issue, but it’ll be over quick. Joe Mad’s art is good enough to peruse more than once however, but I was a bit let down with the lack of backgrounds even if that’s his M.O. It’s nice to see a new idea brought in from Zeb Wells though and it’s a good ride.

Is It Good?

Yes, but only slightly above average because the art is so nice.

Join the AIPT Patreon

Want to take our relationship to the next level? Become a patron today to gain access to exclusive perks, such as:

  • ❌ Remove all ads on the website
  • 💬 Join our Discord community, where we chat about the latest news and releases from everything we cover on AIPT
  • 📗 Access to our monthly book club
  • 📦 Get a physical trade paperback shipped to you every month
  • 💥 And more!
Sign up today
Comments

In Case You Missed It

I Heart Skull-Crusher! #1 I Heart Skull-Crusher! #1

‘I Heart Skull-Crusher!’ #1 review: Apocalyptic squad goals

Comic Books

Full June 2024 DC Comics solicitations: Gotham by Gaslight sequel and more Full June 2024 DC Comics solicitations: Gotham by Gaslight sequel and more

Full June 2024 DC Comics solicitations: Gotham by Gaslight sequel and more

Comic Books

Marvel reveals new X-Men era titles, art, and more, launching July 2024 Marvel reveals new X-Men era titles, art, and more, launching July 2024

Marvel reveals new X-Men era titles, art, and more, launching July 2024

Comic Books

DC reveals 'DC: Pride' and 2024 Pride Month celebrations DC reveals 'DC: Pride' and 2024 Pride Month celebrations

DC reveals ‘DC: Pride’ and 2024 Pride Month celebrations

Comic Books

Connect
Newsletter Signup