There’s not always time for a full review, but you know I’ve probably got something to say!  That’s what the Quick Takes of the week are for!  Here are four DC Comics from the week of January 22, 2025.  Be sure to check out the regular reviews here at DC Comics News!

Justice League Unlimited #3

Dan Mora draws two books a month, how he does it and makes it look as good as it does is a throwback to an earlier time.  Jack Kirby, Carmine Infantino, Steve Ditko, Gil Kane…and more were able to do multiple books a month, but it’s a rarity now.  This issue has a lot going on in it.  The main thrust of the story against “Inferno” is a bit beleaguered by too many Leaguers.  There’s an idea of a rotating cast of characters in the Justice League that can be called upon when needed for a mission, but this issue sees Mister Terrific call on them willy nilly as they are needed in the moment.  It just feels like it’s too much.  The strongest aspects of this comic are the smaller moments.  When the Question gets Air Wave into action, there’s some real emotion and feeling.  Likewise for the Plastic Man/ Phantom Girl/ Atom Project sequence.  Plastic Man and Phantom Girl (not the LSHer, but her ancestor from The Terrifics, Linya)  get their powers switched back courtesy of the Atom’s (Ray and Ryan).  It definitely feels like the cracks in this concept are beginning to show.

Green Arrow #20 (Legacy #353)

The artwork by Montos is simply outstanding, even better than his previous work that I’ve seen.  Great looking stuff!  Story wise, writer Chris Condon is leaning into the Social Justice aspect of Oliver Queen in this story and he effectively humanizes the suspect the Police believe is the killer.  Condon brings in elements readers can easily relate to- sick kids, corrupt companies.  It’s just the sort of thing that fits well with the Social Crusader iteration of Oliver Queen, Green Arrow.  There’s also some nice interaction between Ollie and Dinah Lance, Black Canary- even if he’s never been the right man for her.  This seems like a title worth checking out, especially if you’re a fan of Green Arrow.

The Flash #17 (Legacy #817)

It’s been a while since I’ve read an issue of The Flash.  Unfortunately, it’s not gotten any better, it’s just bad in mostly the same ways.  The new direction after Jeremy Adams’ departure from the title fails to strike a chord.  Si Spurrier has kept the supporting cast intact, but as this issue demonstrates his sense of humor is just goofy and silly and Wally comes off as a stupid kid instead of an experienced hero.  There’s no subtlety or nuance.  He also gets the voice of the surprise villain in this issue wrong.  I couldn’t finish the issue.  It’s  a shame because The Warlord is a fun character.  Wally and Family CAN BE great….  There’s still dialogue gobbledygook, but it’s not all pseudo-science like it was before.  It’s almost fun in the opening sequence, but it just never quite gets traction.  The real shame is that Spurrier probably thinks he’s injecting a lot of heart with the lighthearted quality, but it’s really just a superficiality that makes it difficult to finish the issue.

Superman #22 (Legacy #865)

Dan Mora’s art looks good on whatever book he’s drawing and this issue is no exception.  There are some really nice angles and page layouts that enhance the reading experience.  I’ve never much cared for Doomsday, I’m much more intrigued by The Time Trapper (and his association with the Legion of Super-Heroes).  A lot of the current status quo is questionable, like Supercorp and Supergirl’s terrible costume.  This issue functions best when it’s Superman and Lois (as Superwoman) trying to save the day.  Radiant presents a intriguing conflict for the Supers and that part of the issue works quite well.

So what are you reading this week?  What’s your favorite DC Comic for the week of January 22?  Be sure to let leave a comment below!

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