The traits of the human characters in the book are universal enough to be recognizable to the average person, but specific enough to feel like actual people. That human element is the perfect balance to the strange beings that have awakened in that world and Arcudi does a great job at providing the perfect amount of world-exposition through the character's various reactions to what is happening to them. While there might not be a lot to say about what the story ofRumble will eventually grow into, it's very apparent that the narrative is in very competent hands.

Unlike the dull confusion of Earth-2, the cryptic nature of Batman/Superman is actually intriguing. What happened during the "invasion"? What the hell was it? What dumb wolf would be crazy enough to attack Krypto? Pak's set ups and questions are written with the confidence of someone who seems like he'd pay them off well.

The real highlight of this issue comes from the BONUS ROUND. This mini-saga of another time Earths heroes were toyed with cranks the world as Deadpool sees it to 11. In this Marvel vs. Capcom-esque battle, we move far away from the blockbuster Marvel cast of characters and really get into it. I wont spoil who shows up, but trust me itll quack you up.

The "what-happened-to-this-world" mystery still remains, but is background to a more straight-forward Power Girl, jailbreak caper.

In the end, you can't have your burger and eat it too. This comic seems to be on track to hold the fans over between episodes, without spoiling the main course that is the fifth season.

It's not bad if you just need any new Rick and Morty in your life, but it will just seem like a so-so episode after the last panel.