Once and Future #28
August 23, 2022
Comic Book Review for Once and Future #26
Published On:2022-06-01
Published by: Boom Studios
Author:Kieron Gillen
Artist:Dan Mora
Colorist:Tamra Bonvillain
Letterer:Ed Dukeshire
Don't Say That. You'll Jinx It.
Comic book review written on June 5, 2022
What Happens in Once and Future #26?
With Robin and the Merry Men’s help, our team was able to slow down the Kings. There’s a fair bit of time jumping, and we learn through a series of flashbacks all the terrible things that have happened to Duncan and Rose. Our enemies have also been busy as we move into the next phase of Bridgette’s plan.
How is the Writing in Once and Future #26??
The Dialogue
Kieron Gillen’s dialogue is so good. Every word and phrase is a gem. When it comes time to pull a single good quote from Once and Future #26, it’s difficult to find just one. Every character has a unique voice and the dialogue propels the plot forward.
Showing Versus Telling
We have a prime example of a comic running out of time and trying to jam in as much extra stuff as possible by telling us about it. When Duncan and Rose are sharing a beautiful dinner together, we get a montage of flashbacks that happened between issues 25 and 26. All of of these flashbacks could have been an issue by itself. Rather than showing us these stories, we are told about them. I’m glad for the information but disappointed we didn’t get issues 25a, 25b, 25c.
Comic Art Review
Dan Mora is the master of facial expressions. From Rose’s and Duncan’s shocked eyes to Bridgette’s sneaky smiles, every panel is filled with little important things that inform the story. There’s a fair bit of world building this issue. Look at all the different Otherworld locations and monster designs. They all fit the design aesthetic of Once and Future. The ice table and chairs may be my favorite scene in the entire series.
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On the Cover
The primary cover to Once and Future is by Dan Mora. Duncan is given the Once and Future monster treatment. I hope it’s not foreshadowing for Duncan. Cover B is drawn by Jorge Corona (@jecorona). One of the Kings Arthur preparing for battle.
World Building in Once and Future #26
Locations
- Sherwood Forest
- Grail Castle
- Glastonbury, Concert
- Margate, Otherworld
Who's Who
- Bridgette
- Duncan
- Rose
- Rose's Dad
- Robin Hood
- Elaine
- Lancelot
- Jack
- Green Knight
- Duncan
- Rose
- Rose's Dad
- Robin Hood
- Elaine
- Lancelot
- Jack
- Green Knight
Big Question
Who will be the one true king?
If you have to be in hell, it's better to be in hell together.
Rose to Duncan
Who Will Like Once and Future #26
Fans of the Arthurian knights will want to pick up this issue. We have the Green Knight, Lancelot and Galahad with significant scenes.
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Digging the Jorge Corona artwork? Check out his DeviantArt and Instagram pages for more artwork. He was also the artist on ‘The Me You Love in the Dark‘. It’s a fabulous horror series.
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Should You Buy This Comic Book?
We needed a pause in the action to recap and plant seeds for the final act. That was this issue. Flipping through the pages, it wasn't all talking heads, but it felt like it. The ominous cliffhanger promises to shake things up. Buy this issue to find out what happened and be prepared for next issue.