Forced to team with Deathstroke, a man he loathes, Damian Wayne must discover the truth of his lineage. Is he really Bruce Wayne's son, or is Slade Wilson his true father? As Batman draws closer to finding them both, Deathstroke must complete a hit, while Robin shadows the killer for hire.
Overall Deathstroke #33 was a good and entertaining read. It's funny to see Deathstroke attempting to corral someone as ruthless as Damian, but it's also very disheartening as well. I've enjoyed Damian in his role as Robin, and I've watched many fights where he's fought side by side with Batman–it's very hard to believe he'd join Deathstroke so willingly which is why I'm sticking to my belief that Damian is working on a plan–perhaps with Batman to find out the proof of his paternal D.N.A once and for all. Can't wait for the next issue! Read Full Review
It's also great to see Ed Benes drawing this title and in the DC Universe again. He has a look to his art that is perfectly suited for the craziness and action of this book. This is another great chapter in the mini Batman versus Deathstroke saga! Read Full Review
Overall, even though not much really happens in this leg of the arc, its without a doubt one of the best issues of the story so far. If you enjoy Damian, and your idea of a good time is seeing two trained assassins annoy each other to near death, then this is the comic for you. As for Batman, while he wasnt exactly missed in this chapter, fingers are crossed that hell be back in full force next issue. Until then, try to keep calm waiting on the beginning of the two part conclusion to this (so far) spectacular crossover story. Read Full Review
The recall of Operation Gibraltar as the source of the name for the bioweapon featured in this tale felt a little too off-hand yet deliberate at the same time. Perhaps it is a clue to the mystery? It would seem like anything involving Vietnam could be pointing towards Rose making an appearance soon, as she is the only one of Slades children who has not had some impact on the story thus far. Read Full Review
Deathstroke vs. Batman heads into the endgame with a brilliant issue exploring Damians reaction to the idea that he might be Deathstrokes son. Read Full Review
Priest always packs a lot of different genres into his books, but it's rare that he manages to weave comedy and high drama as effectively as he does in this issue. Read Full Review
Deathstroke seems to have figured out Batmans play, which should make for a fun final two installments of this arc. Read Full Review
While I've seen some shade being thrown at the "who's the daddy" story of Damian, Batman, and Deathstroke, this issue (and the overall arc) isn't really about that. It's about so much more and we keep getting more pieces of the puzzle each issue. This month, however, just seeing Damian and Slade together is worth the price or admission and with the story wrapping up soon, now is as good a time as ever to catch up on the entire series so you can enjoy it with us smart fans in the know. Read Full Review
Twisty plots, excellent banter between characters, and superb art throughout the book makes this issue a must pick up come release date. Read Full Review
The issue ends with Slade figuring something out. The whole series has had these two at each other's throats thinking as to who could organise something like this. Slade may have figured it out, making the penultimate issue one where we get our answers. Read Full Review
Christopher Priest's Deathstroke is going to be one of those great runs that people talk about for years, and while the Batman arc has been its weak link, Deathstroke #33 is a high point and a great single issue of comics. Read Full Review
This issue sets up the finale in a grand fashion. Batman and Deathstroke will finally confront each other in the next two issues. However, Priest is clever in creating a conflict that could be solved simplythrough the characters talking. Batman is too stubborn for a such a conversation and Deathstroke is too cautious. It's unlikely that Deathstroke really is Damian's father. However, that doesn't really matter the way you expected in the beginning. Even if Batman isn't biologically related to Damian, it's made abundantly clear where their allegiances lie. The remaining question is how Batman and Deathstroke will settle the dispute and by the end of this issue, you'll be begging for the answer. Read Full Review
Divorced from the rest of the story, I enjoyed this issue quite a bit. The visuals are great, and there's some pitch perfect banter between Robin and Deathstroke. Still, the story isn't exactly engrossing, and the fact that the characters themselves are so dismissive of the central mystery makes it really hard to get invested. Out of context, this issue is fun and enjoyable, but it still doesn't fix the storytelling problems evident in the rest of the “Deathstroke vs. Batman” arc. Read Full Review
Calling it now:
Talia somehow mixed both Bruce and Slade's DNA together, therefore Deathstroke and Batman would technically be biologically his fathers. This would preserve Damian and Bruce's relationship while creating a new one with Deathstroke. It would also explain why both Batman and Deathstroke tested positive in Damian's DNA test, even though Bruce thinks his was faked. I think that this also allows DC to not go back on their word in saying that Damian is Batman's one true son (let's leave Terry out of this.)
SPOILER WARNING!!! (Glad they announced that new book, Robin: Son of Deathstroke now)
Writer: Christopher Priest
Artist: Carlo Pagulayan and Jason Paz
Christopher Priest continues his Deathstroke vs. Batman arc, finally bringing Robin into the mix. Will Priest continue his good streak or will his famous characterisation bring him down to the ground?
Between this issue and the last its obvious that Slade and Damian have met each other again since they are both in disguise driving somewhere, talking about if the tests were faked. This back and forth really works, and to great effect. Despite Priest's misuse of Damian and his character in the past, this time it works well, which may be due to it bet more
Excellent issue, not only pushing the event's stpry forward, but also being able to nicely mirror some elements of Deathstroke's first arc in Rebirth, where he goes for a road trip with his daughter, Rose.
Overall it's a really strong comic, especially its second half, offering multiple smaller plot twists, plenty of action and great dialogues. Oh, and the art is fantastic.
An improvement over the rest of this miniseries, with some interesting character play. But just not really clicking that well for me. Something is missing. Like Rose and Jericho and the larger consequences of the rest of the series that DC put on hold for six months.
Nightshade!
When will I be free of this?
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