Written by Judd Winick
Art by Fernando Dagnino; Raul Fernandez; & Steve Wands
Cover Art by Cliff Chiang; Kevin Maguire; & Hi-Fi Design
SUMMARY:
Published for early November 2010 by DC Comics, the ninth installment of this twenty-four issue Brightest Day tie-in is entitled “Just Stopping By.” Infiltrating the Justice League International embassy in Germany, renegade ex-member Maxwell Lord pits a mind-controlled Fire as a weapon vs. her team (Captain Atom; Ice; Jaime Reyes’ Blue Beetle; Booster Gold; and an injured Rocket Red). Lord’s ongoing sabotage disables Skeets, as the JLI must contend with Fire before their embassy is destroyed. Booster pursues the telepathic Lord for a showdown. A new operative is recruited by Lord on Checkmate’s behalf to eliminate Captain Atom.
Note: Kevin Maguire & Hi-Fi conjured up a variant cover, but its image isn’t included in this comic.
REVIEW:
Including some profanity-laced dialogue, writer Judd Winick devises a dynamite read for JLI fans. In stark contrast to Keith Giffen’s comically befuddled version, Winick conveys this Maxwell Lord as a considerable threat against his vengeful ex-teammates. A world-weary Booster Gold also impressively stands above his comedy relief reputation as the team’s voice-of-reason, as well as possessing the most personal score to settle with a ruthless Lord.
Captain Atom, Fire, and an out-of-armor Rocket Red are great during their screen time, which helps Winick keep readers off-guard as to potential plot twists. Further aiding Winick is an art squad that submits an excellent effort illustrating this issue. The primary cover image is indicative of high-quality visuals. Ultimately, Justice League: Generation Lost # 9 is an exciting caper that adult fans should find worth their time.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
DC Assistant Editor Janelle Siegel’s “DC Nation” column heralds the Knight and Squire mini-series.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8½ Stars
