Hold Up with the Weapons The Shuri team is giving us the culture of Wakanda in sensational, expanded breaths. From the first issue I took a breath of hieroglyphs. Next, I was given definitive shapes with cultural implications. By the time Romero caught me with the color schemes, I was given seemingly simplistic notions that aided in a comedic effect throughout the comic. What I hope to see in the future is the merge between these “millennials” from the other African countries. The nervousness was hilarious and classic to say the least, but there is so much more to explore with the leadership mantra. How could we use the outside realm to heighten the need of T'Challa's return, and Shuri's dependency on the ancestors in spite of her feeling like her creations can do the job? Pressure creates diamonds, but Vibranium is a Wakandan genius's best friend. Read Full Review

This book has plenty of great pieces, but a seriously difficult time bringing them all together to make something great. Read Full Review

I didn't hate this issue but it was a pretty slow one.

There is a sense of familiarity with Africa from the author that shines though, but the narrative itself is somewhat lacking.

Shuri continues to nose-dive by continuing to insist a giant praying mantis is a worthy antagonist. But the lack of depth for Shuri as a character (or the possible themes revolving around her) really sinks this issue.