Written by Robbie Morrison
Art by Talent Caldwell; Matt “Batt” Banning; Horacio Domingues; Carrie Strachan; & Travis Lanham
Cover Art by Talent Caldwell; Matt “Batt” Banning; & Carrie Strachan
SUMMARY:
Released by DC Comics’ Wildstorm imprint for February 2006, this issue of the nine-part series is entitled “The Dark Side of the Blade.” Held prisoner at New York City’s Halo Corporation, a sarcastic Charis (aka Nemesis) faces four WildCATS: Mr. Majestic, Zealot, Savant, & Grifter. As a ‘captive’ audience, she soon has long-overdue face-to-face confrontations with Zannah (aka Zealot) and then Lord Majesteros (aka Mr. Majestic).
Expressing concern for young Kara, Charis feels compelled to disclose in flashback the circumstances re: her alleged treason on Greece’s Isle of Lesbos in 995 B.C. Including Kara’s own unwitting role, the team ominously accept the truth of Charis’ dark revelations. The issue ends on a cliffhanger.
Note: Though it isn’t explained, only can only infer that Charis (clad in only her bra and panties) is being restrained by some type of high-tech power nullification apparatus. Then again, also unexplained is why the WildCATS leave Charis scantily clad during her incarceration.
REVIEW:
Including plot depth inspired by Greek mythology, writer Robbie Morrison’s sophisticated storytelling shouldn’t disappoint adult WildCATS fans. Enhanced by top-caliber artwork (i.e. the cover image), Issue # 4 is well-played!
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
The “Stormfront” page offers cover glimpses for WildCATS: Nemesis # 5; Planetary # 24; and ABC A-Z: Terra Obscura and Splash Brannigan.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 7½ Stars
