The great thing about this second issue of Strikeforce is that this creative team took full advantage of what could come from throwing these heroes together. This was a pretty badass cast of heroes to put together. When the demons take one of their own, the Strikeforce will have to track him down before it’s too late. For an issue like this which take us back to Vegas, German Peralta’s work fit perfectly for the fact that this is a lively setting, with a lot of things going on, and so much chaos to play with. Now that we have gotten our introduction to this team, and the obstacles that are sure to make this mission easier said than done, I was eager to see what came next when this team furthers down this path that has already tricked them into killing the brother of a friend. 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With the older model, it’s just too easy to accidentally turn on the red dot and waste batteries. Review: Strikeforce #2. Strikeforce, as a series, is an interesting animal. Comics, Movies, TV and Entertainment News from A Fan Perspective. Strikeforce #2 Review by Rob Johnson (November 1, 2019) Angela and Satana say they've both ruled underworlds. 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Then let’s not forget the opportunity taken to remind some of us how powerful Monica is. It helped that this part was at the same time set in the new Las Vegas. Learn how your comment data is processed. Great character moments, with Jessica Drew stealing the show! Strikeforce #2 felt more “complete” than the first issue. Contact & Inquiries to jodunze@beyondthepanel.net, Editor for Geeked Out Nation/Beyond The Panel. Tini Howard delivers some clever, charming and entertaining moments in an issue that keeps the action relatively subdued in order to concentrate on the characters. I’ll admit that I didn’t like Strikeforce #1 much at all. After ushering her out of the room, the team gets to work not only transporting the body of the real Hellstrom to Vegas, but also searching for anymore Vridai shapeshifters lurking in the area. Let me tell you why. Well, let’s just say it how it is, decapitations. The change in colorist for me really helped the series find that horror tone. Hmmm, something’s amiss! You couldn’t ask for a more screwed up situation, because its tough explaining to someone who asked for your help that you killed their brother. Email at siphen_x@yahoo.com, Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? We then get a decent cliffhanger that will bring another character into the story next issue. The art by German Peralta and Miroslav needs a mention too. He does NOT mess around, and I love it! It takes some patience and attention to detail in order to make these things such an intimidating force. The minute I saw the cover to this issue, I knew that Strikeforce #2 was going to be excitement from start to finish. And the funny thing is how that wouldn’t be the big issue, the big issue would be explaining without adding another unnecessary party into the circle who now knows of the Vridai’s existence. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! All-Around Source For Entertainment News, Reviews, & More. There is never a wrong time to take us back to Las Vegas to indulge in the demons, debauchery and action. Now, in issue two the team is called to Vegas because there’s another Hellstrom there. The roster page is at the beginning so I could refresh my memory. As for the Vridai themselves, excellent uniformity. The StrikeFire 2 gives you the much needed upgraded from the StrikeFire 1 Vortex StrikeFire 2 addresses the most annoying issue of the StrikeFire 1, it’s poor control placements. Once more I thoroughly enjoyed the interior work from this art team. The next is what could make this a team with enough of a dynamic to tackle such a sensitive problem. We also get some really good moments for each character and almost all get to use their powers in a way that isn’t contrived at all. News, Reviews, Opinions! So why are Blade and his team being called by Satana to Las Vegas because her brother, Damian, is acting strangely? Let’s find out what! I was confused and it didn’t seem like a good introductory issue at all. Neither is Bucky, Wiccan isn’t much of one these days, and neither is Jessica who is now a mother. Damian Hellstrom was killed in the last issue. It’s very solid. Now This what I was hoping for in a Strikeforce series! There’s so much going on between worrying about trusting each other, trusting the people who they already got to, and the lengths they need to go in order to keep their mission under wrap. When they meet her in her office, Satana shows them her brothers body floating and chained. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. It calls itself more of a “horror” comic, but other than the atmosphere I … The best way to describe her in this issue was electrifying! The Story: A fun, well paced and entertaining issue. You would think that this would be one of those books where there is a bit more of a process to everything they do, but this enemy does not allow the space for that. My favorite part of the issue is that while Blade may be the “leader” of the team, Jessica is the “heart” of it. Because with a team like this? Her lightshows never disappoint, and this was not one of those times where it did. Gathering his reluctant teammates together, he takes them to Vegas to visit with Santana and hopefully get answers. Now aside from that, there was the thrill in suspense for how this team would explain killing Satana’s brother. Art: German Peralta, Miroslav Mrva, and VC’s Joe Sabino . I followed Tini Howard’s advice though and trusted her. Either way, this issue was everything to me that issue one wasn’t. You love the action for the lack of restraint they tend to use. Strikeforce #1 did a great job of explaining what could bring these heroes together, but that’s not the end of the worries. Price: $3.99. #TeamCyke l #Reclaimer l #LARPer l Fantasy Geek Follow me on Twitter @Jideobi0. Strikeforce #2 Review. Everything Howard does with Jessica Drew is hilarious and perfectly timed. If there was anyone on the fence about the first issue of Strikeforce, this was one of those books where I would have recommended giving another issue to create some confidence in. The writing is a little tighter and feels more “comfortable” with these characters and the direction of the story. Let’s find out what! Then we get into some craziness with doppelgängers and magic trying to figure out who’s who. Daimon Hellstrom is dead and Blade has gotten a call from his sister saying he’s with her and acting strange. Satana was queen of *a* Hell in Dr Strange (2015) #13-14. This was a pretty badass cast of heroes to put together. Hopefully before she finds out Blade killed her brother. The issue is action-packed and has brief glimpses of character development, but it wasn’t until the end that it felt like the story could be getting a more focused objective. The reason made sense, and the threat that they have to deal with is something new.