Final Thoughts: I'm pretty sure if you stare at the final page long enough it'll swallow your soul. But, ya know, in a good way. Read Full Review

Manifest Destiny is a good example of how to play up true horror, wherein one of the scariest things imaginable is the unknown, and what your mind will involuntarily create to fill the void. The last page has a ridiculous amount of detail, and it just shows how much the creative team has invested in the building of this world. It's a clear passion project, the results of which have a tremendous impact. Read Full Review

Manifest Destiny is a fun and creepy alternative American history tale, and this issue in particular is an interesting and fun form of set up for what should be some fantastic flora fighting next issue. As long as Sacagewea shows up for the action, I'll be happy. Buy this book if you like gorgeously rendered history, adventure, monsters, and, hopefully soon, a strong female lead? Read Full Review

Manifest Destiny #5 is a great buildup and setup issue. It's moving all the pieces to their places and getting ready for what appears to be a promising finale for the first arc. Hopefully, it can deliver on the promise next time around. Read Full Review

That core relationship between the two leads is really what elevates Manifest Destiny to a great comic for me, but, obviously, it's bolstered by the crazy Americanized mythical monsters and the various elements of historical fantasy (seriously, more people need to get into this genre). The atmosphere is very well-done; the monsters are intriguing and awesome with great designs, the characters are engaging, and you easily get swept up in their relationships and struggle, and above all, it makes you want to spend more time with these characters and see more of their adventures, and that's enough in my book for a recommendation. Read Full Review

With more action and raised stakes, "Manifest Destiny" #5 contributes neatly to Dingess and Roberts' bold, spirited series. Read Full Review

Manifest Destiny may be taking it's time at giving proper development but nonetheless it remains an exciting and enthralling read that has me itching for more. Recommended. Read Full Review

I am going to chalk this issue up as a push. It was one “blah” issue in a series thus far of some exceptional storytelling. I feel positive though that things will work out and that Dingess and Roberts will return to form in future issues. It still is a fantastic series and is a great alternative to the superhero stuff that is everywhere else. Read Full Review