Written by Scott Beatty & Christos Gage
Art by Wes Craig; Jonny Rench; & Wes Abbott
Cover Art by Ivan Reis & Richard Friend
SUMMARY:
Published by WildStorm Productions for March 2008, the second issue of this six-part mini-series is entitled “Bleeding Hearts or … I Fight the Authority and the Authority Always Wins.” Aboard the Authority’s carrier vessel in the extradimensional Bleed, the sword-wielding Nemesis and ninja-like Backlash are a diversion for Savant to hack the team’s computer data files.
A flashback reveals why a green slime-covered Midnighter is infuriated over a gooey bomb the ladies detonated at Denver International Airport minutes earlier. In the trio’s frenzied escape, Nemesis causes a hull breach in the Authority’s ship. In Brazil, Nemesis (aka Lady Charis) seeks out ex-boyfriend Majestic (aka Lord Majestros) for a private chat.
While Nemesis sexually distracts Majestic, her two allies hack his secret Mount Rushmore database. Per some newly discovered info, the ladies head off on a road trip to investigate their next lead in Tranquility.
REVIEW:
With excellent visuals by the art team, this second issue does a solid job continuing the likable chemistry between Nemesis, Savant, and Backlash. As the ladies outwit them, the Authority’s sequences provide solid entertainment. The sequence between Nemesis and Majestic is also well-played, particularly when their implied sex scene avoids gratuity by depicting their tryst in the dark.
Overall, WildStorm: Revelations # 2 proves a terrific read for adult fans re: WildStorm’s heroes intersecting in this intriguing cross-over storyline.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
Publisher Jim Lee’s single-page “Storm Front” column promotes some of his company’s current projects.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars
