An effortless blend of story-telling, mood-setting, and world-building melded with lush, expressive art, Justice League Dark continues to be the best book spinning out of the New Justice line. This one earns the highest of recommendations. Read Full Review

A real spine-tingler of a tale that's unafraid to go poking amongst the shadows of the DCU to see what monstrosities lurk within! Read Full Review

Be afraid, be very afraid. It's already been prophesied that this new Justice League will either save the Earth, or destroy it. With the shocking betrayal by one of DC's most famous magical characters in this issue the latter is scarily becoming the most likely outcome. To find out who's gone over to the dark side, for more classic John Constantine shenanigans, and for the debut of a villain that's going to turn this series upside down, I have three words for everyone out there. Read Full Review

If you like more macabre stories, then this is for you. While the art's great, the story doesn't slack either. Especially that great twist that will leave you chomping at the bit for the next issue. Read Full Review

This story is a master class in tension and worldbuilding, and is already one of the high points of Tynion and Martinez Bueno's careers. Read Full Review

The artwork by Alvaro Martinez Bueno and Raul Fernandez continues to impress, showing the same craft and skill seen during their run with Tynion IV on Detective Comics. With Brad Anderson on the colors and Rob Leigh providing the letters, this book is a clear contender for an Eisner next year on every level. Read Full Review

This new Justice League Dark series has, thus far, exceeded expectations. This magical tale is soaked in darkness and, surprisingly, some serious horror; Justice League Dark #2 entertains and provides readers with questions and ideas to mull over long after they've finished their reading. Read Full Review

Things are still getting started in this book, but everything indicates that Tynion has put a lot of thought into the characters he is going to use, and how to most effectively play with them. Read Full Review

Tynion ends the issue with a creepy cliffhanger and I'm fully expecting this to be the norm from here on out. This book didn't take long to find its groove and is definitely one I'm anticipating each new issue. Read Full Review

In JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK #2, Tynion develops the end of Magic with a huge twist to Dr. Fate. Alvaro Martinez produces art with flair and realism. Raul Fernandez uses color to give new darkness to tone. Read Full Review

Justice League Dark has found its footing. Tynion and Martnez Bueno keep you glued to the current panel, before revealing something exceedingly clever in the next. They are perfectly suited to take you through this tour of the dark, magic-fueled side of the DC universe. Read Full Review

A strong second issue that is jam-packed with entertainment. Read Full Review

Pick this up confidently. Fans of the magic side of he DCU will enjoy this, as will fans of the individual characters of the book, particularly Wonder Woman and Swamp Thing fans. The art is incredible to say the least and I can’t wait to read more. Read Full Review

Bueno's art really accentuates the tone of the story and there are some really vibrant and beautiful visuals in this issue. Every page enhanced the story by giving a great contrast between the beauty and details in the light and great use of shadows. Read Full Review

There's one thing I have missed very much about Justice League Dark as a series, and that has been feeling a true sense of terror from the story. These past two issues embrace the dark corner of the universe that this takes place in, and that is a refreshing change of pace from the usual. Read Full Review

A satisfying follow-up to the first issue, Justice League Dark #2 propels the story forward whilst giving the reader a chance to get to know the oddball team better, all against a backdrop of magic and disgusting monstrosities. Read Full Review

Justice League Dark continues to be a fun romp with a cast of loveable characters. It has been fun to see the ideas Tynion has for each of the characters and what their individual traits bring to the team. Read Full Review

Justice League Dark #2 is another promising installment for James Tynion IVs take on the title. The stakes are high, the characters are engaging, and the pacing has been refreshingly swift. Martinez Bueno, Fernandez, and Anderson each put in top-notch work on the art, and the book earns a recommendation. Give it a read. Read Full Review

Justice League Dark #2 is expansive in its scope and momentum. It tells an action-packed story meaningful to the overall narratives of both the title and the DC Universe as a whole. Through this issue, James Tynion IV sets the stage for significant character development and exploration of the DCs magical realm moving forward in the series. Read Full Review

Writer James Tynion IV has gone on record in stating that the UPSIDE DOWN MAN is to be the "scariest damn villain" DC has seen in a while, and I believe it. Read Full Review

Far away Swamp Thing is watching the tree of wonder when suddenly he receives the visit of an old friend: John Constantine. Constantine realize that the former being known as Alec Holland is waiting for the coming of dark, unknown and terrifying forces, meanwhile Zatanna and Wonder Woman realize in a surprising way that Kent Nelson is not under Dr. Fate's antique helmet. Read Full Review

As long as Tynion takes the time to explain the origin of magic, as well as the Tree of Wonder, and why magic is all out of whack, readers will be mesmerized by this series, and it's potential. Read Full Review

James Tynion IV's writing continues to be superb and the reluctant bromance between Swamp Thing and Constantine is a welcome sight for any JLD to withhold. Read Full Review

Tynion has made me a fan of this title, and I cannot wait for issue #3. Read Full Review

Its a true ensemble piece, dripping with Easter Eggs that made my jaw drop as we get to watch the evolution of an unlikely team thrown in at the deep end of another apocalypse. And after this issue, Im waiting with bated breath to see just how our new team is going to make it out of this one. Read Full Review

For anyone that like a little scare in their comics, I fully recommend this read. Once it gets over the hump of exposition, we might be in for a golden age ofJustice League Dark. Read Full Review

With a nice subplot that brings Constantine in to deal with Swamp Thing and his retirement plans, there's a lot going on in this book. Langstrom and Bobo are kept to the sidelines with a few gags that land well and this lets the focus be on Diana and from there to others like Zatanna or Swampy as needed. I like the idea that's at the foundation of the story in that the magic is being reclaimed and larger forces are at work that may be incomprehensible. And the use of Nabu and Kent is always welcome as I have such long and fond memories of the characters going back to the 80s. Justice League Dark is a solid book but it's one that really insists on being binge-read. Read Full Review

A new character brings some clarity to the story, instead of introducing a lot of new, confusing elements. How about that? It's almost like a story to be read sequentially. This issue is visually arresting and should impress everyone on that level. The story is picking up fast, and fans of these characters and the DCU magic trappings will be as happy as a pig turned by Circe. Read Full Review

By committing to its team dynamic, spooky main plot, and goth-as-hell visual aesthetic, Justice League Dark #2 keeps the fledgling title exciting and entertaining. Tynion, Bueno, Fernandez, and Anderson take all the darkness and weirdness of the DCU magic characters and then add their own personal spin on it, making it feel both new and reverental to other "dark hero" books we have seen from the publisher. Read Full Review

Justice League Dark #2 is not as fun as the first issue, but it is setting its roots and adding more characters to the fray. Read Full Review

Overall the comic book stands to give it a try and read it. The cast of characters are interesting enough and this is something DC should have been doing storylines that deal with magical characters and the universe. Read Full Review

Another enjoyable issue, although Kent Nelson fans may be annoyed, especially if this story arc returns the helmet to Khalid Nassour. Read Full Review

With an eclectic cast of characters locked in a mystery clearly larger than them, "Justice League Dark" #2 is an example of how team books should be structured. While the art takes a few hits when slowing down to the more human members of the book, it truly shines on the supernatural scenarios and otherworldly creatures filling these pages. Read Full Review

By the end, there seemed to be a lot thrown around in this one issue. The story travels from past to present, and, while in the present, it follows the characters as they diverge on their own paths as they dont seem to stay together as a group. This new combination of heroes does seem intriguing, and could offer a different dynamic thatll be exciting to look forward to. Its just the beginning, and theyre definitely fattening up the story for there to be plenty of more to come. Read Full Review

WOW! James Tynion can write horror and team-up books very well! The Upside Down Man looks terrifying!! The art is spectacular! It was an amazing book!

Wow..... just wow.

Another mostly set-up issue but I'm really liking the tone of this series and the character interactions are spot-on.

Excellent work by Tynion.

DC has never had a magic title that was as much fun as this one is.

I love the new line wide philosophy of liberally sprinkling in guest stars beyond the team rosters. It's been happening in both JL books, in all of Bendis' Superman books, in Supergirl, with the building of the new Outsiders in Detective... It seems like a company edict and I'm all for it. I love special guest stars. This book is filled with them and they're handled surprisingly well by James Tynion IV.

I don't mean it's surprising that he handles them well; he showed he could write a banging team book in Detective. I mean it's surprising just how interesting the characters and their various stakes can be.

I've enjoyed the magic side of the DCU before but I've never been thrilled by it like I have been by the first two issues of JL Dark.

Great art team too! They captured Fate's tower beautifully and did great character work. more

PROS
• Detective Chimp
• Swamp Thing and Constantine
• Mystery with Doctor Fate missing
• Nice art

CONS
• It helps to know about Doctor Fate’s character going into this story

See my review video of August 22, 2018 comic books, for my full review on this book, as well as others from the week.

Link here ==> https://youtu.be/CvFFOdDXfuo

THE GOOD

-Alvaro Martinez Bueno's art is excellent. Amazing and perfect for the series. Let us pray he never leaves the series. My favorite part of this issue.

-Still pretty trippy, which is good, considering that's where the series finds its voice, stands out from the numerous other team-based series out there.

-The mystery is strong and keeps me curious. Often times I lose interest with series like this, but this issue still makes me want to know what the heck is going on.

-James Tynion IV appears to have dropped a lot of his extremely wordy dialogues. I appreciate this because this issue proves he can still tell a good story without the needless and tiring exposition

THE BAD

-The characters could use some fixing up. Zatanna is little more than a one sided jerk and Wonder Woman lacks the winning characterization I look for similar to the ones I found in the Azzarello and Rucka runs and of course in the movie. Perhaps it is just too hard coming off the phenomenal characters in his excellent Detective Comics run. more

Upside Down Man looks creepy AF!!

Better than the first part even if Constantine/Swamp thing conversation wasn't clear at all.
I read a Nabu closer to the last time I liked him in JSA. And nice to see Kalhid even with what happen to him.
I didn't like this new retcon. Between this & the Story of Darkseid Daughter, paradise Island seem less & less as a paradise.

Cover - In link & nice 2/2
Story - Stronger, made sense ! 3/3
Arts - The better part of this issue. 3/3
Feeling - Not for me. 0/2

Well, that was really nice.

The story gets more and more interesting and the artwork is awesome.
Some of the panels, you just can't take your eyes off of them. The first look at Dr. Fate or Swamp Thing standing in front of the Tree of Wonder, these look just phenomenal.

The writing is also pretty good. I'm usually not a fan of an omniscience narrator in comics these days, but it works for me here. Interactions between characters are pretty good too. Again, just like in issue 1, stand out for me is Bobo.

Good book. I know it's barely two issues in, but I think I prefer this Justice League title. I wonder what Odyssey will bring to the table.

Magic is unpredictable - once you break the shackles of logic, order and generally accepted laws or principles, you're in for a ride, with nothing to hold on to. Justice League Dark comics so far feel this way - they can surprise you, and turn everything on its head, in this issue quite literally, just ask Detective Chimp.
On top of that, James Tynion IV seems to be inspired by works of H.P. Lovecraft and/or Junji Ito, with his inhumane creations our heroes face. It's a delight for fans of horror.

Generally good but there is just something not quite there yet.

meh.. ok I guess. there is some little draw to read more, and it is good to have some non-Orlando Wonder Woman in the world, but... I just wish we had someone who could draw her.