I'm a sucker for redheads, so Elsa Bloodstone was all I needed to buy this. But I also had become more familiar with Marvel's monsters thanks to their dealings with the Punisher during the FrankenCastle arc. So there was a bit more intrigue to this series for me than just a hot redhead. Well, let me say, this book was a pleasant surprise all around. From the suspense of the mystery killings, to the humor of the wacky monsters, to the bad-assery of Elsa. Dennis Hopeless has grasped characters in a way that few writers can today. For being a relative newcomer, he's got a great take on established characters. His take on Jean Grey in the upcoming X-Men Season One OGN is already one of the best I've seen. And to take these C-list characters and make them interesting is spectacular. As is Juan Doe's art. I've always been a fan of his "propaganda" style covers, so to see his interiors on more than a random one-shot is a treat. His style seems a bit different that his cover work, but in a good way. It's at the same time dark and hilarious. A definite unique style. If you're looking for an unexpectedly fun time with characters you'd never consider fun (with the exception of Elsa, because redheads are always fun), then look no further than this title.
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