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9.2
Brown has created a compelling introductory chapter for a very promising new series. Read Full Review
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9.0
Comics: The Gathering - Carlos R.
Sep 8, 2021
This was a fantastic opening issue and I’m looking forward to delving further into Black Manta’s character and seeing all the unrelenting action that’s bound to unfold. Read Full Review
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8.5
Black Manta #1 is a great first entry into what's shaping up to be an awesome addition to the mythos of Black Manta. There are a lot of characters coming, both old and new, and I can't wait to see where this series is headed. Read Full Review
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8.0
Aquaman's arch-enemy gains his own series that throws readers into the deep end while hoping they can stay afloat to see what is next. It's a series that has a dark and sharp edge to it, much like the character that is its main star. Read Full Review
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8.0
There is a lot going on here, and much of it is completely original stuff Brown is adding to the character's mythology. Valentine De Landro's gritty art is a highlight, and the story is a little scattered but more than compelling enough for me to want to see where the heck Brown is going with this. Read Full Review
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8.0
Black Manta #1 is a powerful first issue. Brown embraces the main character for who he is, letting the readers get comfortable with the villain that they know. This is a comic filled with water and piracy, where the assassin feels at home. Yet the story seeks to send him and the audience into uncharted territory. The lack of real information encourages us to read more. Without Aquaman, it will be interesting to see if Black Mata can carry a series on his own. The art team is fantastic for the character and for the dark world this book takes place in. Read Full Review
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8.0
Val Del Andro is doing the damn thing on the art in this debut issue. This promises to be a gritty book, and I think he captures a lot of what that feels like in Manta's design. His hardened face with a scar running down the right side tells the story of a man who you don't want to mess with. Equally, Marissa Louise on the colors has captured lots of muted greens and blues that give off an unsettling feeling. Read Full Review
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7.0
Interesting for incoming readers, but perhaps a bit odd on artwork at times, "Black Manta" #1 is worth checking out. Read Full Review
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7.0
This first issue does a good job in setting up what the series is likely going to be. I think we get a good handle on Black Manta and his personality and style. Some of the story and plot elements feel a bit out of place, but I've no doubt they will all make sense as we move forward. Read Full Review
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6.0
Theres a decent subplot here, but Black Mantas debut issue doesnt do enough to sell him or this mini-series as a cant miss read. Read Full Review
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5.5
Black Manta #1 is a quick read that sets up a mystery, but a lot of that has to do with a lack of information from Chuck Brown. I am a dummy, but I usually have a bit of a grasp of what I just read after putting it down. However, this one had me stumped. Time will tell whether that is good or bad, but this story might be one to wait on a bit. Read Full Review
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5.0
I am not sure how some of the sloppy writing and poor artwork got through the supposed rigorous editing that DC is known for (ahem) but this looks like it was scripted and drawn very hastily. It's an OK read but I would have expected more for one of Aquaman's main villains. Read Full Review
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5.0
While Black Manta #1 possesses some intriguing ideas and an interesting overall premise, the first issue has many moving parts that never offer readers quite enough context to warm up to the mystery this story is establishing. Read Full Review