Loki: Agent of Asgard: Loki and Lorelei, Sitting In A Tree - A Review
To all who are reading this,
As promised, I have returned with another review from the comic book series, Loki: Agent of Asgard. Al Ewing wrote this issue and was joined by various artists such as Lee Garbett, Nolan Woodward, VC's Clayton Cowles and Jenny Frison. This is the second issue from the series, and it is published by Dan Buckley, through Marvel.
Blurb
Loki vs. Lorelei! It's the battle of the Asgardian younger siblings - from the casinos of Monte Carlo to a speed date in New York! Oh, and Loki goes speed dating.
I started with digital editions, I will continue with digital editions. At £1.99, for instant delivery, and being able to read it straight away, I couldn't help myself and when the release date strolled along, I popped onto the Marvel App and clicked, "Buy". I had no issues with technology this time, so I could jump in and read without hesitation.
The story begins with speed dating. Not my cup of tea, but you never know if you'll find romance or a familiar face at one of these events...
Seen from a female's perspective, we are introduced to Phil. He tells us that this is his first time, even though he's been single for a while. He's told to, "get lost", and we're onto the next one. Steve Sawick, a total "slimeball". A man masquerading as "Ray" barely gets a look in. A young gentleman sits down - and it's Loki! And the reaction: "Sorry, are we -- cosplaying now?" The writers get extra points for that from me!
The title page is beautiful, showing the lovely lady who's turning away these men, seeing them for who they really are. She's classy and sexy, with with long brown tresses, dark thick glasses, a low cut top and sleeve tattoos on both of her arms. It takes several pages for her to reveal her name. I initially thought she was Lorelei, but is in fact, Verity Willis.
Verity has an uncanny ability to tell through lies. She sits around reading about things she knows are true, such as "pure mathematics, programming and physics". A beautiful geek. Yes, there are women like this out there too, and not just in comic book format!
Anyway, enough about Verity, because I'm fangirling slightly and wanting to cosplay her...
Loki doesn't beat around the bush. He introduces himself and explains that his mission is all about Lorelei. The stunning brunette (who looks like she should be part of the X-Men) is the younger sibling of Amora, the Enchantress. She also happens to be Thor and Loki's ex-girlfriend. Three weeks prior to the plot, the All-Mother appears in a bowl of punch, interrupting the preparation for Loki's housewarming party, and asks that he bring Lorelei home, where she truly belongs.
The side plot of Loki's apartment is quite funny. He had to magically shift his place, because everyone thought he was Harry Styles of One Direction. The All-Mother's apparition also sploshes onto the carpet, ruining it.
Paris, France. Loki observes Lorelei in the Louvre. Oh la la! Loki researches in newspapers and the internet, solving Lorelei's plans. She is a con artist and plans elaborate heists.
Where will she strike now?
Why Monte Carlo, and its super-rich casino's obviously! The loot is one billion Euro's in a secure vault. Lorelei enters with two girls, and they are all in fabulous gangsters outfits - floppy hats, catsuits and fur coats. Everyone believes them to be part of a floor show, especially when guns are pulled on them. Using her powers, Lorelei and the girls disappear and are ready to steal the loot.
Things get complicated - an Interpol agent, an Amulet of Invisibility (which is made in Taiwan), and finally, a great moment of Loki cunning. Shapeshifting! He became one of Lorelei's female goons, with dazzling good looks and long black hair. Lady Loki of the earlier Marvel comics was perfect, and this runs along those lines.
Lorelei escapes, and Loki makes use of the loot. When in Monte Carlo...
Verity then reveals her story, and the reader learns that is why Loki has narrated. He's telling her the truth, and in turn, us. It's a clever trick, but it's been done before in film and television.
The last page reunites Loki and Lorelei, but I won't spoil it for you. It's very clever and made me smile and laugh all at the same time!
The artwork is detailed. Verity's tattoos are works of art in themselves and the clever transitions work great within her story. Loki's part is coming out more and more. This is a great thing about Agent of Asgard. It's a new way of bringing in fans, and showing who Loki is. Is he an illusion? Is he a trickster? Does he have a heart? Can he say anything without the use of sarcasm?
I enjoyed this issue greatly. I did read it several times over, as it throws a few tricks the readers way. I speed read, and then read again. This is usually because in a comic book, I want to see the art, appreciate it for what it is, and then read through the story. Words and images make for great storytelling. There's a reason that comic books, graphic novels and manga's have been around for so long!
The third issue came out this month, so watch out for my review, because it'll be coming soon!
Yours, with eternal ink,
Zoe
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Currently reading: Psychonaut by Carmilla Voiez (eBook)
As promised, I have returned with another review from the comic book series, Loki: Agent of Asgard. Al Ewing wrote this issue and was joined by various artists such as Lee Garbett, Nolan Woodward, VC's Clayton Cowles and Jenny Frison. This is the second issue from the series, and it is published by Dan Buckley, through Marvel.
Blurb
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Loki vs. Lorelei! It's the battle of the Asgardian younger siblings - from the casinos of Monte Carlo to a speed date in New York! Oh, and Loki goes speed dating.I started with digital editions, I will continue with digital editions. At £1.99, for instant delivery, and being able to read it straight away, I couldn't help myself and when the release date strolled along, I popped onto the Marvel App and clicked, "Buy". I had no issues with technology this time, so I could jump in and read without hesitation.
The story begins with speed dating. Not my cup of tea, but you never know if you'll find romance or a familiar face at one of these events...
Seen from a female's perspective, we are introduced to Phil. He tells us that this is his first time, even though he's been single for a while. He's told to, "get lost", and we're onto the next one. Steve Sawick, a total "slimeball". A man masquerading as "Ray" barely gets a look in. A young gentleman sits down - and it's Loki! And the reaction: "Sorry, are we -- cosplaying now?" The writers get extra points for that from me!
The title page is beautiful, showing the lovely lady who's turning away these men, seeing them for who they really are. She's classy and sexy, with with long brown tresses, dark thick glasses, a low cut top and sleeve tattoos on both of her arms. It takes several pages for her to reveal her name. I initially thought she was Lorelei, but is in fact, Verity Willis.
Verity has an uncanny ability to tell through lies. She sits around reading about things she knows are true, such as "pure mathematics, programming and physics". A beautiful geek. Yes, there are women like this out there too, and not just in comic book format!
Anyway, enough about Verity, because I'm fangirling slightly and wanting to cosplay her...
Loki doesn't beat around the bush. He introduces himself and explains that his mission is all about Lorelei. The stunning brunette (who looks like she should be part of the X-Men) is the younger sibling of Amora, the Enchantress. She also happens to be Thor and Loki's ex-girlfriend. Three weeks prior to the plot, the All-Mother appears in a bowl of punch, interrupting the preparation for Loki's housewarming party, and asks that he bring Lorelei home, where she truly belongs.
The side plot of Loki's apartment is quite funny. He had to magically shift his place, because everyone thought he was Harry Styles of One Direction. The All-Mother's apparition also sploshes onto the carpet, ruining it.
Paris, France. Loki observes Lorelei in the Louvre. Oh la la! Loki researches in newspapers and the internet, solving Lorelei's plans. She is a con artist and plans elaborate heists.
Where will she strike now?
Why Monte Carlo, and its super-rich casino's obviously! The loot is one billion Euro's in a secure vault. Lorelei enters with two girls, and they are all in fabulous gangsters outfits - floppy hats, catsuits and fur coats. Everyone believes them to be part of a floor show, especially when guns are pulled on them. Using her powers, Lorelei and the girls disappear and are ready to steal the loot.
Things get complicated - an Interpol agent, an Amulet of Invisibility (which is made in Taiwan), and finally, a great moment of Loki cunning. Shapeshifting! He became one of Lorelei's female goons, with dazzling good looks and long black hair. Lady Loki of the earlier Marvel comics was perfect, and this runs along those lines.
Lorelei escapes, and Loki makes use of the loot. When in Monte Carlo...
Verity then reveals her story, and the reader learns that is why Loki has narrated. He's telling her the truth, and in turn, us. It's a clever trick, but it's been done before in film and television.
The last page reunites Loki and Lorelei, but I won't spoil it for you. It's very clever and made me smile and laugh all at the same time!
The artwork is detailed. Verity's tattoos are works of art in themselves and the clever transitions work great within her story. Loki's part is coming out more and more. This is a great thing about Agent of Asgard. It's a new way of bringing in fans, and showing who Loki is. Is he an illusion? Is he a trickster? Does he have a heart? Can he say anything without the use of sarcasm?
I enjoyed this issue greatly. I did read it several times over, as it throws a few tricks the readers way. I speed read, and then read again. This is usually because in a comic book, I want to see the art, appreciate it for what it is, and then read through the story. Words and images make for great storytelling. There's a reason that comic books, graphic novels and manga's have been around for so long!
The third issue came out this month, so watch out for my review, because it'll be coming soon!
Yours, with eternal ink,
Zoe
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Currently reading: Psychonaut by Carmilla Voiez (eBook)
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