In a time before the Emerald City, a Wicked Witch of the North ruled all of Oz. Banished to the southern lands many eons ago and kept at bay by ancient magicks far beyond her control, she languished. Now, with the Witch's exile finally coming to an end, Dorothy and her friends will witness the return of the true Wicked Witch to the Marvelous Land of OZ!
While Oz: Return of the Wicked Witch has an intriguing premise to introduce as a new villain to the world of Oz, it is the foundational concept of allowing a weakened Dorothy face this threat which leaves invested readers to wonder if our heroine will prove to be a worthy threat to a returning witch. Even with fascinating illustrations and vibrant colors that lure us into this worrisome world, visual discrepancies are a constant distraction that force the audience to remind themselves who is the protagonist of this series, despite a lingering reminder of someone else being depicted within the central role of heroine and former queen of the Emerald City. With these annoying diversions bogging down our enjoyment of this premier, one cannot but wonder if the story and artwork will improve as we progress, or will readers be forced to adapt to these bothersome hindrances as the tale unfolds with increasing ferocity. Read Full Review
OZ: RETURN OF THE WICKED WITCH #1 is a slow but steady introduction to life in Oz after the defeat of Ozmo. The world- and character-building aspects are excellent, and the art is pristine, but some readers may find the pace lacks energy. Read Full Review
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