Action Comics #1019 Review

Writer: Brian Michael Bendis

Artist: John Romita JR

Rating: 6 of 8

Action Comics #1019

For the past few issues, Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman have been doing their best to protect Metropolis from an attacking Legion of Doom, with the last issue revealing they were now allied with Leviathan, a man who'd recently destroyed the intelligence agencies in a concentrated attack. 

The issue explores when their alliance first began, though it's one I definitely have problems with. I can understand Lex being fascinated by Leviathan due to what he'd accomplished, but I'm not sure that'd be enough for him to pursue a meeting, especially when he's pursuing much grander ambitions at this point.

It's also odd seeing what Luthor's focusing on, considering how things have gone with him in recent issues of Justice League. If the issue'd come out a little earlier, it might've had more impact than it does now. The art's also a bit mixed, as in some areas - like with Lex, Leviathan and a fairly intriguing locale - it really shines, but in others, it's a little disappointing.

Ultimately, I don't really recommend the issue. Bendis has done a lot better in previous issues and has proven to be a fantastic choice for Superman, particularly when it comes to focusing on journalism and hidden crime. Despite this, the issue makes some decisions that don't make sense and it's unfortunately coming out at a bad time because of how the Doom War's progressed. Hopefully the next story-line's a lot better.