This was one of my favorite gifts for the Holidays; a digital copy of Generation Zero #5, which has already become one of my favorite comic books of the year, and one of those in my list of promising stories I’ll be following closely for the next year. I think I said it before, but I really do think this series is a sort of darker version of the Teen Titans.
Generation Zero #5 started a little slow this time around, with some strange scenes sort of in the middle of the main plot, which makes it a little confusing, but also interesting enough to keep you invested in what’s happening. As always, be sure to pay close attention and you’ll have no problem understanding what’s going on in here.
When you start to get into the story, Generation Zero #5 becomes a light, entertaining read, and you’ll find it pretty simple to see yourself reflected in at least one of the many characters. It could sound a little egocentric, but Keisha and Cronus are very similar to how I see myself, in more than just one sense.
I’m starting to get really curious about the Corner Men, as they are called in the story, and what kind of role they will be playing in future issues. Those strange creatures add an intriguing eighties movie monster kind of look, and remind me of the old cartoons I used to watch on the TV.
My favorite part of the whole book was the coloring, because Generation Zero #5 has some of the best tones I’ve seen so far in the series. The dark palette creates an incredible atmosphere, and also gives an amazing contrast with the very few light colors we see scattered here and there. There are many pages I’d like to see as posters, covers, or anything else.
And it may sound a little weird coming from me, but I’d like to see the lettering in promo material as well. There are many phrases and bits of dialogue that I liked, especially “They are my family now.” There are so many bits that can stand out and help really define a lot of these characters.
The inks keep the same style we saw in the first issue, making Generation Zero #5 an interesting mix between past and present. It’s like a rare time-travel experience, as you get to see the best of both worlds, just like Hannah Montana used to say in her good times.
I’m eager to see what this comic will be offering us for the next few issues, but if there’s something I’ve learned about Generation Zero, is that is will always surprise. I find it needless to tell you to go buy your copy of Generation Zero #5, but seriously, go buy it right now.
“One of my favorite gifts for the holidays was a copy of Generation Zero #5”
5/5
“Superb”
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