2000AD #1838 Review


Once again we have more science fiction, fantasy and everything in between in 2000AD #1838. This week features Judge Dredd, Terror Tales, Cadet Anderson, Defoe and Sinister Dexter. Let’s take a look at each one a little more closely.

First up is the usual slice of Judge Dredd. John Wagner continues to write the current plot and, considering the author, it’s no surprise there’s an old school feeling to the writing. The narration is a prime example of this and really highlights Dredd as a cold character – with a terrible sense of humor. Dave Taylor continues to offer beautiful yet bleak depictions of Mega City One.

Next up is some Terror Tales.  Montynero offers a plot that, whilst not very deep, is an interesting story and told from a personal angle and narrative. It’s also not one for anyone with Ophidiophobia (a fear of snakes). This isn’t helped by the detailed visuals courtesy of, again, Montynero.

This is followed with more Cadet Anderson. Alan Grant offers a fast-paced story, although some of the dialogue may seem a little off. There’s a line half-way in about the other “one per cent” that seems a little too political for a story that, otherwise, has very little connection with real world affairs. Despite this one hiccup the story still goes smoothly, with plenty of art from Carlos Ezquerra.

After this is the continuation of Defoe. The beautiful, black and white artwork of Leigh Gallagher is once against instantly recognizable, as  Pat Mills continues an interesting story filled with medieval and gothic undertones. The pacing is interesting, as it cuts back and forth between various characters; this week’s issue is no exception.

Finally, we finish with more Sinister Dexter. Dan Abnett continues the interesting story with great character depiction and development at the heart of it. The self narrating character certainly adds a unique angle, too. Once again, John Burns also offers unique visuals that give Sinister Dexter its unique appearance and atmosphere.

3.5/5

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