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Here's another preview courtesy of Marvel.   It's interesting seeing Norman getting ready for action but not in his Green Goblin outfit.  Guess that's just for special occasions.

Thunderbolts #123

A SECRET INVASION TIE-IN!

The Skrull armada rains destruction on our nation's capitol! The only thing standing in their way? The Thunderbolts. But if salvation depends on a group of criminals and madmen who can barely keep from killing each other, is Earth doomed? Or are they exactly what we need against the merciless alien invaders? A major turning point for the Thunderbolts begins here!

Have we been spoiled by Warren Ellis and Mike Deodato?  I think so.  It's not really fair to the new creative team but unfortunately, that's how it is.  At least with the first few issues they do.  On top of that, they have to deal with a Secret Invasion tie-in that was most likely thrusted upon them. 

I did think it was weird that the Skrull Captain Marvel attacked Thunderbolt Mountain.  Maybe I missed it but I thought he was pretty much free of the Skrulls' programming.  And then he seems quickly talked down by Norman Osborn of all people.  Okay, that I'll buy.  Norman Osborn is a crazy, psychotic dude.  I do like how he is being written.  Everyone always points to the Joker as the craziest/deadliest villain but old Norman has quite a few tricks up his sleeve.  He considers himself above all and is willing to use any and all of the Thunderbolts to do what he feels needs to be done.  He doesn't care one bit whether or not their lives are at stake. 

What's creepier is seeing Norman in a jumpsuit, with a gun, laughing his head off.  Let's just not forget how much damage the Green Goblin did when he was let loose.  Will we see him again? 

I do miss Deodato's art.  I don't think a character like Bullseye looks right with a smile on his face, even if he's being allowed to do what he wants to.  I'm willing to give Fernando Blanco a chance. 

4 out of 5