Venditti has always been extremely effective is making Aric actions and motivations more gray than black and white which also makes for the best kind of storytelling. X-O Manowar is a perfect hero for the Valiant Universe which is both complex and entertaining and something comic fans should not pass by. I can't recommend X-O Manowarhighly enough as it hits all the right notes and pulls all the right strings for fans of action packed and engaging comics! Read Full Review

As the Aftermath to Unity, this is a great change in direction for the X-O Manowar series. The focus remains on Aric, though now more than ever before he has to show his worth and someone willing to do what has to be done for the sake of his people and the world around him. How he handles this as time progresses is the biggest you have to ask, and better reason to continuing Aric on this new path. You know that this can only go right for so long, especially when his own people can start asking questions at any point. Read Full Review

Overall, X-O MANOWAR #22 offers a straight forward issue that concludes one fantastic story line and shoots the reader into another great story with a fantastic and beautiful transition. Nothing feels forced and Venditti keeps this series incredibly interesting by exploring new avenues for this character and his people. Once again, X-O MANOWAR proves to be one of Valiants top books and one everyone should be reading. Read Full Review

Even though this issue wasnt as action packed as previous books in the series, its still extremely entertaining and wonderful to look at. Venditti is mastering the art of developing this character and it will be hard not to love the growth were seeing on the page. Cary Nord is showing everyone why he is one of the top talents in the industry with his consistent work on this series. X-O Manowar is a home run with this talented team. Read Full Review