[Editor’s Note: This review may contain spoilers]
Story and Pencil Art: Dan Jurgnes
Finished Ink Art: Joe Prado & Cam Smith
Color: Hi-Fi
Summary
“BOOSTER SHOT” part one! As Superman struggles to cope with Mr. Oz’s true identity, the Man of Steel turns to the only “hero” he knows who can prove once and for all if Oz’s story is true: Booster Gold! But a massive power doesn’t want our heroes venturing through time, and will do anything it can to sabotage their journey!
Positives
It’s nice to see Dan Jurgens’ pencils again. This provides a throwback element to the story, which is appropriate considering the theme of Superman returning to Krypton is a Mort Weisinger classic from the ’60’s. Whilst the two aren’t from the same era, they both bring a feeling of familiarity to the story and provide a tether to a classic timeline.
The time traveling, time troubleshooting Booster Gold is the best incarnation of the character in my opinion. It’s fantastic to see him back, and appropriate that the issue is being written and drawn by his creator, Dan Jurgens. It’s also appropriate that Steve Lombard turns out to be Booster’s biggest fan.
Negatives
I found no drawbacks in this issue.
Verdict
Where “The Oz Effect” felt very heavy and depressing, this story line’s first chapter seems to offer something more in keeping with Superman’s nature. It also seems to promise a definitive answer to Superman’s questions about Jor-El. It’s also at the heart of the Doomsday Clock/Rebirth/Watchmen storyline that’s been unfolding for the past year and a half. These elements are critical to the DCU and Superman. It feels like a tale that shouldn’t be missed!
