I liked this book . . alot. But then again . . I consistently enjoyed the first X-Men: First Class title. Like that, this book shows us these characters when they were a bit younger, and a bit more full of life . . and hope. They aren't yet jaded by the cruel world that exists around them. But, much like the transition between the original X-Men title, to it's Uncanny nomenclature, they're starting to see and feel just how different they are. This issue Kurt gets a taste of the cruel world when he tries to help two girls in New York City, but then watches the crowd turn against him because of his appearance. This is why he left his 'old' world and decided to participate in Charles' dream, a dream of co-existence. We join this team shortly after they've all gathered together and about the time that Jean has decided that it's time for her to take a break from the X-Men and try to concentrate on her own life. It's also about the time that the Phoenix force first starts appearing. Anyways, this issue, the Inhumans come for a visit. After conversing with Triton, Kurt decides that he would like to go visit thier world. He wants to see this wondrous city that he speaks of, Attilan. Since he's a bit jaded right now, Kurt absorb the wonder of Attilan and feels that he would be more at home here, he would fit in with the wondrous population. As Triton is showing him around, the Terragenesis Ceremony begins. "It is our most sacred ritual. Come, the temple of Randac awaits." It appears to be like any other religious ceremony, until the youths of the city start stepping into the chamber to be transformed by the Terrigen mists. Kurt watches a normal teenager enter to be willingly transformed, mutated. He's appalled by this as his mutation wasn't a choice. He quickly finds himself at odds with all of Attilan. I think Scott Gray did a good job with this story. Like I said, we still have the youthful side of the kids, but . . they're also starting to experience the reality of their situation as perceived by the outside world . . at least the world outside of Xavier's walls and influence. Although the dream that they're after is full of lofty ideals, it doesn't mean that the rest of the world has bought in to it. I felt that this was expressed very well with this story. I'm glad that Roger Cruz has stayed on as the artist. His 'fun', 'colorful' style really gives this book a good feel. It brings the whole package of what they're trying to create here together. I thought the first issue was great.
Thursday, July 09, 2009
Uncanny X-Men - First Class #1 - Marvel
I liked this book . . alot. But then again . . I consistently enjoyed the first X-Men: First Class title. Like that, this book shows us these characters when they were a bit younger, and a bit more full of life . . and hope. They aren't yet jaded by the cruel world that exists around them. But, much like the transition between the original X-Men title, to it's Uncanny nomenclature, they're starting to see and feel just how different they are. This issue Kurt gets a taste of the cruel world when he tries to help two girls in New York City, but then watches the crowd turn against him because of his appearance. This is why he left his 'old' world and decided to participate in Charles' dream, a dream of co-existence. We join this team shortly after they've all gathered together and about the time that Jean has decided that it's time for her to take a break from the X-Men and try to concentrate on her own life. It's also about the time that the Phoenix force first starts appearing. Anyways, this issue, the Inhumans come for a visit. After conversing with Triton, Kurt decides that he would like to go visit thier world. He wants to see this wondrous city that he speaks of, Attilan. Since he's a bit jaded right now, Kurt absorb the wonder of Attilan and feels that he would be more at home here, he would fit in with the wondrous population. As Triton is showing him around, the Terragenesis Ceremony begins. "It is our most sacred ritual. Come, the temple of Randac awaits." It appears to be like any other religious ceremony, until the youths of the city start stepping into the chamber to be transformed by the Terrigen mists. Kurt watches a normal teenager enter to be willingly transformed, mutated. He's appalled by this as his mutation wasn't a choice. He quickly finds himself at odds with all of Attilan. I think Scott Gray did a good job with this story. Like I said, we still have the youthful side of the kids, but . . they're also starting to experience the reality of their situation as perceived by the outside world . . at least the world outside of Xavier's walls and influence. Although the dream that they're after is full of lofty ideals, it doesn't mean that the rest of the world has bought in to it. I felt that this was expressed very well with this story. I'm glad that Roger Cruz has stayed on as the artist. His 'fun', 'colorful' style really gives this book a good feel. It brings the whole package of what they're trying to create here together. I thought the first issue was great.
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