There's trouble brewing in the Black Forest, and Squire Polly has sent out a rallying cry to all woodland creatures. This is their world. Their land. And they're not going to fall prey to any sort of invasion. But is Polly even capable of inspiring everyone to action? Meanwhile, Greenjack has partnered up with Mrs. Bear for an adventure of her own!
In a 12-issue story arc, some of the middle chapters can get bogged down. With chapter 4 of "The Black Forest, Fables #154 is the opposite. The first three issues set us up with the characters and this issue sends the Wolf children and the new Jack-in-the-Green on their (mostly) merry way. We know something terrible and dangerous is just around the corner (but, which corner?!), but that doesn't mean we can't have fun! As always, Buckingham, Leialoha and Loughridge bring Willingham's script to life, imbuing the characters themselves with life. Read Full Review
This series has been a lot of fun since it returned, but it's also as scattered as it's ever been. Read Full Review
Buckingham delivers some great visuals in the issue. The imagery does a brilliant job of showcasing the comedic elements of the story. Read Full Review
Elsewhere adventures are still early in the making. Blossom encounters something trapped in a locked chest while looking for a clean and pretty adventure that is so hard to find, Winter leaps before looking to examine the world on the back of a tortoise, and Connor encounters a fellow adventurer who offers a team-up that foreshadows at least some degree of trouble for all concerned. A middle issue to be sure, without big events or reveals, but still a fun read. Read Full Review
Fables #154 continues to be consistent with its slow and steady pace, focusing on each itinerant character as they continue their quest through the Black Forest. Read Full Review
This issue is going to read so much better in a trade, but boy oh boy if I'm not loving the webs its spinning.
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