Thursday, March 12, 2009

‘Secret Six’: Supervillainy good

Some spoilers ahead.

Gail Simone’s unpredictable gang of rogues and wretches returns in an ongoing, must-read title. The 7-part “Unhinged” changes the team dynamic with the addition of two members (a former Bat-villain and an enigmatic new female character). It also introduces the horrific villainy of Junior, and a prized object that could destroy the team.

The last part of the arc, however, is pretty average; there are some twists that aren’t exactly unexpected, and there are odd parts altogether (such as the villains blasting their employer in unison, and the absence of Batman and company during the big fight in Gotham).

Imperfections aside, “Secret Six” is funny, sexy and gritty. Penciler Nicola Scott has improved and her detailed art is enhanced by Jason Wright’s textured colors.

It’s a fun, insane book, certainly among DC’s better team titles.

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