Welcome back to another edition of Fantastic Five, where we shout out the best comics of the week! This week sees three DC comics and two indies from Image Comics and BOOM! Studios. Let’s get to the books!
The best comics of the week of May 16, 2024
#5: Batman/Dylan Dog #3
Batman/Dylan Dog #3 is a solemn conclusion to our duo detectives’ team-up. The gothic story is paired with entertaining dialogue and beyond beautiful art. Though the stakes could be higher, Batman’s interactions with Dylan Dog show that the two make for a great pairing and could provide for fun future issues if they ever decide to meet again. All in all, this three-issue crossover brings two different heroes not too far from their comfort zones, doubling down on their respective personas and personal philosophies, all painted in masterly strokes of shadows.
Read Marvel Maximus’s full review!
#4: The Displaced #4
Oftentimes, I think a miniseries can fumble their penultimate chapter, as they need to pivot to prepare for a grand finale. But in the case of The Displaced, it was less of a pivot and more of a recommitment and expression of what this book has done so well in its still-young run — which is to say, great character work and just enough magic to get me second guessing the world. If this is only the prelude to the end, I can only imagine how The Displaced is going to render flesh from bone with its fifth and final issue.
Read Chris Coplan’s full review!
#3: Outsiders #7
Outsiders #7 is both a revelation and a revolution, with its creative team continuing to push the boundaries of what to expect in a superhero narrative. It’s rare that a series like this comes along, especially in the mainstream comics world, but that’s what makes this Outsiders run all the more special.
Read Collier Jennings’ full review!
#2: Dark Ride #12
Dark Ride #12 ends on its own terms, splashing readers with horrific images and a tight little bow to satisfy fans who want a definitive ending.
Read David Brooke’s full review!
#1: Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3
I love it when a plan comes together! Plan on getting this issue and the entire miniseries – it’s one of the best books out there. With one of the best incarnations of the team ever, some great character moments and brutal action, Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3 is one of the best books of the week.
Read Kevin Clark’s full review!
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