Deathstroke Inc. #5 overflows with outstanding character exploration. This issue is at its best when delving into Slade's fractured psyche. Williamson's use of the visions from Crooked House to justify Deathstroke's decisions is perfect. Unfortunately, the book loses footing once the series' antagonists begin to twirl their metaphorical mustaches, as much of this conflict's outcome has been alluded to in upcoming solicitations. Thankfully, Paolo Pantalena's excellent artwork and panel layouts manage to maintain the narrative tension throughout this issue's inevitable conclusion. Read Full Review

While this title has maintained an unpredictable vibe since the start, it's building towards something big"maybe bigger than we know, given recent announcements. It really feels like Williamson is building the future of the DCU in these titles. Read Full Review

I do think the final scene has immense potential and am excited to see what Joshua Williamson and the team behind DeathstrokeInc. come up with next. For now, though, I'm going to keep that final image of Deathstroke in my mind's eye. Read Full Review

This non-stop approach to pacing and the seriousness of the reversals make this issue a thrill ride that only increases momentum. If it can maintain it, then Deathstroke Inc. just became must-read material. Read Full Review

Deathstroke Inc. #5 finally shows what this book is all about, and I'm excited for what comes next.  Unfortunately, the first half of the issue felt like total filler to fill pages before the explosive ending, but it's big enough to almost make up for that.  Overall, this book feels more and more critical to Joshua Williamson's Infinite Frontier story, and I suggest picking it up. Read Full Review

The best issue so far. I didn't like how the comic opens tho, makes the previous issue somewhat worse for me. But since what comes after really lands well, I don't mind that much. The journey through the Crooked House just works, the character beats there are genuine. And how this comic ends is really exciting and unexpected in a way. Strong middle section and a nice hook for the next issue.

Another fun issue. Appreciated the plot and its actual ties to past continuity.

I don’t know how Joshua Williamson writes so many books but I’m glad he does. He’s becoming the last writer that DC has that I still give a shit about.

I don't know, I liked this. I recognize its faults, I feel the parallels between Slade and Dinah are flimsy at best but it's a decent characterization for Slade. I kinda feel sorry the Calculator got killed, he had a pretty wild plan, though it was not very sound in the long run, if you ask me.

Eh, this is all kind of a misstep. The writing is mid and the art really should've been better. It's boring, but in a competent way, if that makes sense.

Dinah continua refem.

The art was bad, and Williamson has spread himself out way too thin around too many books and it really shows in this issue. He tries to create an action packed issue for your money's worth, reminiscent of Scott Snyder's double shipped Justice League run, but lacks in the writing whereas Snyder managed with Tynion's dialogue power. This book is falling apart and the pacing is absolutely atrocious.

Sorry Josh, but no amount of fan-service can keep me from seeing through the veneer. I will always love you for a cameo of the god damn Body Doubles from Resurrection Man, but this book kind of sucks right now.