Despite my qualms about the necessity for the script or yet another No. 1 issue/one-shot separate from the main limited series, there can be no doubt that the artwork is fantastic. Davis' designs for some of the adult versions of the Young Avengers are striking, tweaking classic designs in a way that brings a fresh quality to them while honoring the work of Marvel's Silver and Bronze Age legends. The revival of some forgotten character designs (such as the Byrne-era Vision and the M2 Stinger) was a treat as well. Davis' portrayal of the classic Sinister Six was a blast as well. The only respect in which he came up a little short is that the youthful characters in the flashback scene don't look nearly as youthful as they should. Read Full Review

The entire first series was about them growing and learning to be heroes, this "lost battle" doesn't give us anything we don't already have. Even the incredible Alan Davis doesn't seem up to speed this issue. He turns out a good cover, but his interiors look somewhat weak and unformed in places, a problem that's only exacerbated by the muted color palette chosen by Javier Rodriguez. I suppose he's trying to evoke a bleak future, but this doesn't at all seem to fit with the eye-popping colors of the miniseries. People who got this book because they're enjoying The Children's Crusade, myself included, would be better served to skip it. Read Full Review