It’s Decepticon civil war! Starscream has returned with forces. In his path is Soundwave and his army. The Autobots are trying to save the humans. There’s also a question of what’s wrong with Optimus Prime. There may not be a future Energon Universe after this battle!
TRANSFORMERS #17 by DANIEL WARREN JOHNSON, JORGE CORONA, MIKE SPICER AND RUS WOOTEN (Credit: Image Comics via Skybound Entertainment) takes readers to the edge with this latest chapter.
Let’s take a closer look at what is unfolding now!
TRANSFORMERS #17 by DANIEL WARREN JOHNSON, JORGE CORONA, MIKE SPICER AND RUS WOOTEN (Credit: Image Comics via Skybound Entertainment)
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
Johnson keeps finding ways to break the Autobots. With Optimus loosing his grasp of reality, they are scrambling. Readers watch as Prime doesn’t have time to worry. He has to act fast in comparison to others. Beachcomber’s stance of conflict continues to stand apart. The writing shows a true neutral voice to the anarchy around him. It is fitting for the constant battles raging out of control.
This carries through to the Cybertron portion. The Autobots there make a play to gather help. It is full speed ahead as the action rages on. Elita steals the spotlight while handling her business. Considering how damaged Ultra Magnus has been, any signs of life here push the story along. Once the resistance breaks away, they give fans a monstrous moment. Hope may have arrived. The final page looks to be a true catalyst for change. A solid ending to the wild fighting at hand.
Corona and Spicer add more depth to Beachcomber’s mind frame. The images back up his claims of seeing a larger picture. It’s a big contrast to the state of Ultra Magnus. The near full page image shows the broken Autobot in a new state. Their images for Optimus Prime are small but effective. Knowing he may have lost control only sink their ship further.
The Cybertron portion is filled with emotion and action. It carries a Hollywood aura as the final resistance stand takes hold. Elita’s fighting is given a strong half page to convey her message. This goes toe-to-toe with Prime’s daring rescue attempts for the humans. With Bruticus and Devastator laying waste to Seattle, Prime switches gears to the defense. A half panel shows the fruits of his labor. It is quickly overshadowed by the final page. The full image welcomes a big surprise into the never ending conflict. This is just another day in the office for the high skilled creative team here.
OVERALL GRADE: 9.1
The never ending battle continues to stake its destruction of Earth in this new issue. Johnson’s writing takes the heroes into their breaking points. Corona, Spicer and Wooton head full steam ahead into the chaotic landscape with the art. The last paage could be a game changer or the final nail in the coffin. Where do you think it will land?
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