X-O Manowar #30
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The good
Enjoyable introduction to Zahn and the Armorines and the contrast with Aric. Global politics add more depth to start of story arc
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The bad
X-O Manowar action consisted only of another alien hound
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The ugly
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X-O Manowar #30 begins a new story arc where Aric learns that present-day politics can be treacherous and create their own set of problems just like war. It opens up with Phillip Zahn of Zahn Enterprises watching the news about Aric recently re-introducing himself to the world as X-O Manowar and leader of the new response team following the alien invasion. However his interest isn’t a casual one considering he’s in the business of technology and weapons development. Oh, and he’s also the leader of the Armorines, whose services always go to the highest bidder. And with the conflict raging in Iraqi Kurdistan, his services are currently needed so he makes his final preparations to head there. This isn’t the only development as a resolution is passed in the U.N. that determines the global monitoring of alien technology in light of the destructive power everyone witnessed. This resolution would require all the alien technology in the U.S. and UK’s possession to be examined by the U.N. so it’s not under the control of just one nation. This includes the X-O Manowar armor, and that means Aric will be pulled into this despite living a quiet life when not on a mission. He’s been loving his life with Saana and fellow Visigoths, and has finally found a purpose extending beyond these boundaries. But will this new status quo uproot his life and create enemies from places he would least expect if the secrets of his armor are revealed?
SUMMARY
X-O Manowar #30 is a very promising start to a new story arc with the intriguing Armorines led by Zahn, and the push in the U.N. to account for all alien technology. The contrast between him and Aric was presented in an entertaining way that immediately gave Zahn a context but his character wasn’t simply presented as a caricature. So I’m looking forward to their battle/interaction. And I’m also interested in how the politics will affect the status quo including the secrets still being kept by G.A.T.E.. So I’m on board with this new story arc and can’t wait to see how events unfold.
Release Date: 11/20/14
Writer: Robert Venditti
Artist: Diego Bernard
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