Batman and the Penguin have found themselves unlikely allies on a mission thathas taken them out of Gotham and into an entirely unexpected new location! Buteven with their powers combined, will they be able to unravel the sinister schemesof a (literally) bloodthirsty immortality cult?
This is a fun second part that builds nicely on the story's initial setup. I really enjoyed the banter between Batman and Penguinso much so that I could almost hear their voices in my head. The torture scenes, where we see Bullock having his fingernails pulled out, effectively convey the brutality without going overboardsomething that would have been easy to do. Overall, this issue is pretty solid, and I'm eager to see how things unfold in the next installment, especially after that strong cliffhanger. Read Full Review
The issue is overall a lot of fun, although it's 90% action and moves very fast. What makes it work is the trio of oil-and-water personalities who dominate it and the story isn't done yet, with a tense cliffhanger. I'm wondering if the themes of immortality that have dominated this run so far are leading to pulling in the DCU's most famous immortal supervillain who has obviously tangled with Batman many times before. Read Full Review
Detective Comics #1098 is a fantastic issue that furthers the plot and takes us deeper into the mystery. Can't wait for more! Read Full Review
The mystery of Elixir causes an unlikely trio in the process. Taylors writing escalates the conflicts at hand. Garbett and Loughridge bring out the best between all parties with the art. If the last page is any indication, readers are in for a treat with this story. Read Full Review
Detective Comics #1098 really hammers home the level of consistency Tom Taylor is already having with his creative run on this series. Taylor just knows how to write a character focus story. Most importantly, his writing lives up to the first word in this title as the detective aspect of Batman. Read Full Review
Part two of the Elixir storyline is just okay. Narratively, Batman simply looks for someone, finds them, and waits for a counter attack. Also, Batman babysitting Penguin is a little funny here and there, but it is ultimately a pointless addition. The overarching plot following the Elixir mystery inches along, but doesn't meaningfully advance. For an action heavy issue, not much stands out artistically. Which isn't to call it bad, but an honestly uneventful chapter in what could be a better story as things continue. Read Full Review
I really love where this story is taking us. The combination of Batman, Bullock and Penguin is one that I never knew I needed, but one that I’m now savoring. I knew that Ra’s was somehow going to figure into the story somehow. The guest artist did a very nice job as well, filling in very capably with a similar art style. This book is by far the best of the Bat-books being released these days!
Pretty good. The third or fourth best Bat book right now.
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