The character of Psylocke has had a complicated comic history. The new series centers not around the original Psyclocke Betsy Braddock but on Kwannon (think Elektra but a mutant and a bizarre body-swapping past). After a bit of off-the-books action to open up the comic's first issue, the former Hand assassin finds herself benched by Cyclops telling her she needs a vacation. Who wants to bet we aren't getting a bunch of issues of her lounging on the beach?
The idea of her basically being on leave allows for the solo mission the run will cover starting with A.I.M., Reavers, Mutant Growth Hormone, and rescuing young kids. Despite walking into a very public and dangerous situation with no back-up, Psylocke jumps in at full speed going all stabby stabby. The action is fine focusing on the character's skills when apparently outmatched, but while there's enough here for a single issue for me, there's not enough to bring me back repeatedly for an ongoing series.
[Marvel, $4.99]
- Title: Psylocke #1
- Comic Vine: link
- Writer: Alyssa Wong
- Artist: Vincenzo Carratù
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