Undoubtedly, Fialkov and Chamberlain are vastly creative; they created a fascinating world. Punks is refreshing, in that it does not take itself seriously. It is not a groundbreaking comic book nor is it memorable. Nonetheless, it serves its purpose.

Thus far, Imperial would be lucky to be called a mediocre comic book. The miniseries has been easily forgettable to this point, and its third issue is the worst installment yet.