Marvel Apes # 2 - See No Evil

Marvel Apes #2 is out today and I can honestly say that this series is pure unadulterated fun. What a great concept and it could have easily been a blown opportunity by Marvel but they decided to add some complex layers to the story and it becomes more than a long string of cameos by marvel characters in their ape doppelganger forms, though there is a lot of that of course. You have to get your paws on it right away. Haha, that won't get old anytime soon.

What really connects this entire narrative, from a story arc point of view is the inclusion of the Gibbon as the central character. That a little known character is placed on such a highly visible spotlight is sheer genious and it doesn't hurt that the story is engaging and also visualy stunning as rendered by artist Ramon Bachs.

You can tell that writer Karl Kesel is having a blast digging into Marvel continuity and presenting an original story that utilizes team ups from Marvel's golden age such as the Invaders and the original heroes from the early days of Stan Lee's career.

I really also enjoy the work colorist Javier Mena Guerrero has turned in thus far, his mix of vibrant eye catching hues and colored speech bubbles and panels captures the tone and look that is appropriate for a lighthearted romp of a comic such as this one.

Also, there is a massive reveal towards the end of the book which will make or break the series for some readers which will probably either feel as though it came straight out of left field or be seen as a logical plot device in a series which already borders on the absurd. I won't spoil that for you, but who cares right? What really matters is whether this comic book is a delightful and fun read, a throwback to an age where bizarre moments and story arcs were simple par for the course. This books is an homage to those old comics in my opinion and a breath of fresh air and anyone who loves these characters or loves reading comics in general should pick it up. After all, a rogue ape version of Wolverine swinging around is just too bizarre a concept to pass up bub. Nuff said!