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"The Professional" part one! Deathstroke's latest contract takes him to a war-torn African country, where he finds himself caught in the middle of a disintegrating alliance between a ruthless dictator and a deadly super-villain. With an entire nation at stake, Slade Wilson must choose between fulfilling his contract and saving an old friend.
He begins stacking up the building blocks for issues to come, be it next month or next year, but he doesn't do that at the expense of Deathstroke #1. This issue is a grand example of what can be done with the Rebirth effort and the character of Deathstroke, and Priest has converted me into a regular reader of this series. Read Full Review
Deathstroke #1 kicks off as strong as the best of DC Rebirth. If it stays this consistent Deathstroke will quickly ascend to the top tier of DC's new era. Read Full Review
With two issues in,Deathstroke has established itself as one of DC's best relaunches. Deathstroke's world is unique from the rest of the DC universe, much like the anti-hero himself. With Priest in control, we might be looking at one of the best looks at the character. Read Full Review
"Among Thieves" is a great read and makes you want the next issue immediately. Priest does a great job of giving Deathstroke an actual conscience in this book instead of the regular mercenary for hire that you're use to seeing in other appearances by Deathstroke. As I said in my previous review, this is my first time even reading a Deathstroke title"and Priest has made me regret absolutely nothing about it!!! I love when we see the dark side of DC Universe and that's exactly what we have here in this title. Deathstroke's world isn't all superpowers and abilities. Priest gives us the guts of the DC Universe in these issues by showing us how the villains deal with things on their own terms and I love it!!! If you're a fan of Deathstroke definitely check this issue out, and if you're not" I promise that you will be by the last panel of the book!!! Read Full Review
The depth of characterization makes Deathstroke #1 compelling reading, despite any thematic dissonance with the last issue. The injection of so much dry humor and witty banter is a good tonic for the murder and mayhem that typically follows Deathstroke the Terminator, and this series now has me even more invested in the aims, intricacies and outcomes of a character I've never felt a commitment to reading. I'm hooked, and will definitely be continuing this series. Read Full Review
With its ruthless efficiency, complex non-linear structure and compellingly amoral protagonist, Deathstroke #1 provides thrills and action in spades, setting up a solid direction for the series moving forward. Read Full Review
Overall, this is another good book. I want fewer cutaway scenes in the next one. In the next issue, it would be wise for Priest to do a few pages of backstory and then cut to the present. The scene in the car did not seem to add anything to the story, unless I missed something. The artwork is incredible and helps to keep this book rated highly. As usual, I cannot wait for the next issue because I'm eager to know what happens next. Read Full Review
Without a doubt, Slade Wilson is undeniably bad ass in the hands of Priest and Pagulayan. This new Deathstroke series feels "just right." And you get several laugh out loud moments thanks to Wintergreen. It's a win all around. Read Full Review
This book goes a long way to remind us that the Terminator hasn't really changed, we've just chosen to ignore what made this character so appealing in the first place. Read Full Review
Deathstroke #1 builds on the story from Deathstroke: Rebirth #1, building up Slade Wilson both as a man and as a killer. Both in Priest's script and Pagulayan's art, Deathstroke #1 performs a great balancing act by ensuring that while the titular assassin's background is explored and he is humanized, that he isn't made into an anti-hero. The biggest flaw in the book is that the plot depends a bit on the reader having picked up the Deathstroke: Rebirth #1 issue. And really, considering the quality of the story, readers should do that. Read Full Review
DC's Deathstroke relaunch isn't entirely without its flaws, but already this is the most enjoyable story Slade Wilson has been involved with in some time. Christopher Priest's knack for weaving complex storylines and deep characters is serving him well, and Carlo Pagulayan's slick art gives the book a very approachable feel. Regardless of your prior attachment to the character, Deathstroke will welcome you with open, blood-stained arms. Read Full Review
Priest isn't justhaving Deathstroke merkin' folks out — we seem him being methodical and playing the long game of double-crossingpeoplebut managing to stay true to his word upon being hired, yet managing to screw over those who hire him if need be. I'm not too big on the white savior trope of coming to a (of course) war-tornpredominatelyBlack country overseas to save the day,but it's unusualin itself to see Slade saving folks (amongst putting them down permanently). Read Full Review
Christopher Priest continues from his Rebirth issue by showing us more of Deathstroke's world and it's a world of crosses, double crosses, triple...you get the idea. Nobody can be trusted, everyone has an angle and we are right there in the middle of it with our favorite anti-hero. It looks like things are going to get worse before they get better and if the cliffhanger can be believed, clothes not only can make the man, but they might just kill him as well. Read Full Review
The issue is an interesting first issue as it doesn't stand on its own and really relies on the Rebirth issue, which is good in some ways and bad in others. What it does is set up some potentially interesting things in the future and Priest is giving us something more than a badass with big guns. Read Full Review
Despite my nitpicking, this is a strong follow-up to a great opening issue. I haven't decided yet if this is a comic that I'm going to be following for the long-haul (not when there are so many other great books coming out right now from DC), but I'll certainly be picking up the next issue. Read Full Review
An essential pickup for fans of the character then, but Im not sure if this one has quite managed to do enough yet at this early stage to entice new readers into the fold. Only time will tell, but as beginnings go, this is definitely a solid foundation for what should be an intriguing new series. Read Full Review
I don't know if Deathstroke will be a long-term title I read but I actually enjoyed this issue over the Rebirth #1 and will be picking up issue #2. Read Full Review
Priest humor is a big part of what makes the book work, and much of that humor comes out in the character of Billy Wintergreen. The story in this issue is really his, and how that element plays out in the final climax was by far my favorite partof the book. Read Full Review
This turned out to be a better story than I was expecting. I really like how we got teased with so many elements and it left us wanting more. Not many villains can pull off a solo series and keep it engaging, but Deathstoke definitely succeeds where others have failed. I recommend picking this one up, because it looks like it’s just the start of an intense ride. Read Full Review
As the same from the last issue, the art has been excellent. Fantastic character details and the environments are clean, and you can clearly tell where the character is. The movement of characters is captured very well, especially in the half-naked fight scene. Overall this was a good read, might be worth the three dollar price tag, but honestly could probably go down to two dollars. If you are a fan of Slade Wilson as Deathstroke, then definitely pick this issue up. I think the creative team behind this series is doing Slade justice and giving the readers a well-paced, action-packed comic series that can compete with being some of the better writing out of the other DC Rebirth titles Read Full Review
It was an informative comic by Priest, like a detective novel, but not so James Bond. Some characters I felt were not developed so well and in some areas a bit confusing to me. There is action, adventure and a bit of risqu involved. It's dark and a little gritty, but I honestly didn't like it that much. I felt there were too many flash backs and it lacked something that I can't quite put my finger on. Read Full Review
Deathstroke #1 picks up exactly where Deathstroke: rebirth #1 left off, and offers even MORE of what I love of the character, his stories, and action scenes. The only bad part I can really say about this issue is one extremely out of place and juvenile scene of Slade and his wife fighting in underwear. It's just a *bit* cringe worthy.
The seeds planted in the Rebirth one shot already start sprouting and the direction of the series is much clearer to me and I'm now stuck with the pleasant problem of following another really good book through at least one arc. Welcome back to comics Priest!
One note, I haven't followed Deathstroke much but did pick up last month's Annual, and if you're digging this series so far, I think you'd like that Annual. Very much a similar vibe, though with more linear storytelling. It was great and I heartily recommend it.
A gripping story, excellent art and a very interesting character make this Rebirth arc one of the most promising so far. I love the flashback layout and different sections, which makes the story feel richer and of greater depth; hopefully that continues beyond just these first couple of issues. Overall, I've not really got any complaints so far - but we're a little too early to tell whether or not Priest can keep up the interest in this character in the long-run; based on the evidence so far, I'd say it looks promising to say the least.
Solid 8. Im gonna stick with it for the 1st arc at least. Christopher Priest is official!!!
Christopher Priest has been out of comic books for a while, so I'd understand if he's a bit rusty with his writing. That being said, his work on Deathstroke has had a good start. Less confusing than the Rebirth one-shot, this issue is a solid blueprint of what Priest is looking to do with this run. The action is fine, and Slade is written like the morally-grey character he should be. The stories seem to be pretty standard, but Priest injects his brand of political commentary into it. Despite a lack of subtlety, having undertones of commentary about political and social issues isn't a bad fit for the Deathstroke franchise. Pagulayan's art is okay, if not ordinary.
the time jumps are so annoying. it's the first issue and idk wtf deathstroke is just throw me a bone plz. could not have done a better job at discouraging a new reader
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