Dazzler #1 will offend many people for many reasons. But as a wise woman once said, "the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate. This book is fun, plain and simple, with a loveable cast and vibrant, action-packed art. Read Full Review

Dazzler #1 is a must read for any superhero fan or even if you just like pop girlies. Read Full Review

Dazzler #1 is a proud statement. This subject is perhaps as timely as ever, with the immense pressure being put on anyone with a microphone from either side. Read Full Review

Dazzler #1 provides a nice bit of variety to the "From the Ashes" era by treating Alison Blaire as the superstar she's become. Read Full Review

This first issue is almost everything I wanted when this comic was announced. It's fun, solidly introduces all the characters and concepts at play, and doesn't shy away from the nuts and bolts of being set during a music tour. Read Full Review

With a weak cover by the Dodsons, to a story that lacks the subtlety needed to compare the plight of mutants to the real world problems that faces maligned minorities, the issue has potential, but Loo and Loureiros start to the mini leaves a lot to be desired. More fizzle than bang - hopefully the next issues kicks up the tempo. Read Full Review

Dazzler is definitely not a character suited to aesthetic doom and gloom, and everybody involved here seems to be on the same page about who Dazzler is and what she represents. Read Full Review

The issue isn't breaking any new ground, but it's a lot of fun. Read Full Review

Dazzler #1 is an embarrassment of riches for people who like the idea of Marvel superhero comics but don't actually read Marvel comics. Jason Loo's script is a mind-boggling array of social activist talking points, non-sensical character representation, and painfully tone-deaf plot developments. But at the very least, the art is pretty good. If you read Marvel superhero comics because you like Marvel superhero stories, avoid this issue at all costs. Read Full Review

Fun. Intriguing enough to see where we go with this.

Dazzler #1 is a delightful, energetic debut that captures the spirit of Marvel's disco-singing, mutant superstar. This miniseries opener is a fun, low-stakes romp that balances action, humor, and heart, making it a fun read if you don’t take it too seriously.

Jason Loo's writing is spot-on, with charming, tongue-in-cheek wit that shines through. His script is full of clever one-liners and humorous banter between Dazzler and her mutant roadies that will leave you smiling. The story itself is relatively lighthearted, but I couldn't help but feel that Dazzler deserves more. One of the most intriguing aspects of Dazzler's character is her status as a global mutant pop star and Loo touches on this idea with nods to Taylor Swift throughout the book. But with more space to explore, this concept could have been taken to fascinating depths in an ongoing series.

You could easily envision Dazzler using her platform to advocate for mutant rights, navigating the intersection of social justice and celebrity culture the way Taylor Swift has begun using her platform for. Look no further than the political waves Swift made with her recent endorsement of Kamala Harris to be the next President and how many Swift’s fans signed up to vote due to her social media posts. The potential for thought-provoking storytelling is vast, and it's a shame that this miniseries format doesn't allow for a deeper dive. Loo could have really dug into the complexities of her character and the cultural power she holds if given the space.

Artist Rafael Loureiro, colorist Java Tartaglia, and letterer Ariana Maher matched Loo’s bubblegum energy in spades. Loureiro's artwork brings an effervescent energy to the page, and his designs for Dazzler's new costume is perfection. It's an immediately iconic look that begs to be cosplayed right away. Tartaglia's colors add a dazzling sheen to the artwork, while Maher's lettering expertly conveys the rhythm and flow of Dazzler's concert performance.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Dazzler #1, and I'm excited to see where the rest of the miniseries takes us. While I may lament the fact that this isn't an ongoing series exploring more important topics, I'm grateful for the chance to spend time with this fabulous diva. more

As a one-shot this could be affably forgettable; I'm not sure I see a mini-series here or could even tell you what this miniseries is about beyond the basic concept of "Dazzler is Taylor Swift with supervillains and heavyhanded homophobia metaphors"

Art: 3.5/5
Story: 3/5
Total: 6.5/10

this shit is complete stupid

I used to really enjoy Dazzler back in the 80s - so I thought I would pick up this book #mistake - the art was decent, but the story felt like it was some poor fan-fiction written by a middle schooler. It was a huge let down. The dialog was painfully obvious and uninspired - the writer kept beating the reader over the head trying to make a point - I had to force myself to finish it. There was nothing interesting about this book & no plot thread that would make me come back for a second helping.

I enjoyed Dazzler's old book, but this is just identity cult indoctrination with some disco make-up slapped on. A sham, and not even a well executed one.