The new Hawkeye show put me in a mood to reread this series and hot damn is it still so much fun.

Every issue drawn by Aja is a visual treat. Issue #3 might be the best of the entire series, with a great setup and callback revolving around a boomerang arrow. Issue #11 deserved every bit of its Eisner for its Pizza Dog centered story. Aja uses visual cues and expressive layouts to create an experience that only exists in comics.

The guest artists don’t slouch either. Francavilla puts his trademark 70s aesthetic to work for a couple of sharp looking issues. Anne Wu and Javier Pulido bring their unique styles to play here as well in issues that really play to each artists strengths. Wu’s Kate-centric issues are just a really fun, breezy read.

Hollingsworth’s muted colors do wonders for the books laid back vibe and his liberal use of purple really pops.

And last but not least, Matt Fraction’s writing is also up to the task here, combining humor and heart to create a winning story. Clint’s desire and need to just do the right thing, despite his tendency to screw things up, clearly comes through on the page. And the way he writes Kate is chef’s kiss good. She’s funny, independent, and determined to help everyone around her. The way she functions with Clint inevitably brings out the best in both Hawkeyes and leaves you wanting more of these characters, which is one of the highest compliments I can give.