Shazam! #12

Writer: Josie Campbell Artist: Emanuela LupacchinoMike Norton Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: June 5, 2024 Cover Price: $3.99 Critic Reviews: 8 User Reviews: 11
8.0Critic Rating
7.8User Rating

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Billy and the Captain have always made a great team...so why is the Captain keeping secrets from him? Darla discovers the Captain has the ability to transform without Billy knowing, but why now? What is it that the Captain doesn't want him to know? The answer will not only impact the adoption plans...but the future of Billy's existence!

  • 9.0
    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield Jun 4, 2024

    Overall, this series is an absolute blast, even if both writing teams struggled a bit with balancing what's a huge cast filled with intriguing characters. Here's hoping that Campbell gets to continue building on everything that's been set up here. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    AIPT - Eric Thomas Jun 4, 2024

    This issue clues up a promising opening arc for Josie Campbell and boasts some frenetic yet polished art as we dive into a world that's shattering from the eyes of our protagonist. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Comic Watch - Anthony Bergamini Jun 4, 2024

    Shazam! #12 is an amazing end to the first arc for this new creative team, showcasing some of the best executed retcons in recent memory. Read Full Review

  • 8.8
    Nerd Initiative - martystoked Jun 4, 2024

    Shazam #12 is a powerful issue that combines strong writing, innovative art, and vibrant colors to deliver an emotional and visually stunning story. The creative team's ability to convey deep emotional conflicts and their impact on family dynamics is commendable, making this issue a must-read for fans of the series. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Major Spoilers - Matthew Peterson Jun 7, 2024

    The Captain's secrets are revealed, Mary Marvel makes a save, and Billy can't quite put it all together. It's a well-done issue. Read Full Review

  • 7.6
    The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally Jun 4, 2024

    Norton and Luppacchino deliver some great art in the issue. I really enjoyed the visual styles separately, but they didnt really mesh together thematically as one was starker than the other. Read Full Review

  • 6.8
    Weird Science - Gabe Hernandez Jun 4, 2024

    Shazam #12 sends readers on an emotional rollercoaster as Billy uncovers secrets kept to protect him, which could destroy all reality if he learns the truth. Campbell successfully crafts a script with momentum and emotional stakes, albeit riddled with plot holes, and the art is a noticeable improvement over the previous issue. Read Full Review

  • 6.0
    ComicBook.com - Chase Magnett Jun 5, 2024

    The mortal portion of the story in Shazam! #12 delivers some effective emotional story beats following the return of Billy Batson's mother to his life. Read Full Review

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