Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #24 Story: Kevin Eastman, Bobby Curnow, & Tom Waltz
Script: Tom Waltz
Art: Mateus Santolouco with Mike Henderson
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Review
Gee Turtles, you didn't see Old Hob pulling a fast one on ya?
In the letter columns, it was referenced that this was a big issue that they have been building towards, and it pays off. Leo's turn to the Foot, while being fueled by the terrible trope of brainwashing, is an interesting turn. The big surprise came more from his armored look than anything. Did someone step into 90's superhero comics?
The even bigger standout for me is, as in past months, the art. Santolouco can continue to draw the Turtles for as long as he wants. And if he won't be drawing the Turtles, then I gotta check out what else he will do. His look and style for each Turtle throughout the issue, between the conversations with Old Hob and Slash, and the body language of everyone when Leo enters the scene and just done spot on. Santolouco's focus on having each Turtle's mask carry a personality trait specific to each Turtle really helps to deliver the moment when Leo cuts apart his old blue mask.
One thing that I felt was a little off was the title of the story and the fallout from it. City Fall hasn't really lived up to the name yet. We only get panels and some talk about what is going on, but the focus has instead been on the Turtles and not so much the ruined, or about to be ruined, city behind them. Maybe this issue will bring about a turn in that direction as we get some of the more outside characters to the Turtles on board.
There is a part of me thinking that the Turtles have to know that Leonardo is under a spell. But, even if they come to that conclusion, they still have no way of knowing how to turn him back. I think that would be an interesting path to take. But for now, let's see where this book can go with this premise for a bit. If past issues are any indication, this could be one hell of a ride.
Grades
Words: 9/10
Pictures: 10/10
General Feeling After Reading: Anticipation.
Buy Next Issue: Bring to me now!
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