MPH #3 Review

Can MPH continue to retain the superspeed momentum it’s created, or will the three month wait drain all this energy away? Read on to find out.

The official description from Image:

Roscoe, his girl Rosa, and pals Chevy and Baseball mount a super-speed-fueled crime spree that even the Feds can’t stop…unless they accept the help of a detainee so dangerous they’ve had him in lock-up for thirty years. The all-new Millarworld Universe zooms ahead with Millar and Fegredo’s high-octane adventure tale.

It’s been a few months since we got our last fix of MPH, and just as the effects are wearing off we get another dose. Though a three month absence would usually be enough to have a serious affect on a series momentum, it doesn’t seem to do so with MPH, as we are delivered yet another high speed chapter in this enticing tale.

Mark Millar has really grabbed my attention with this series, as though the concept may not be quite as intriguing as some of his prior series, feeling all too similar to Supercrooks, the characters themselves, and the fun atmosphere makes it something genuinely unique. Despite this I did find the issue to move a little too fast. I know, the irony of it. This is however easily cancelled out by the wonderful developments during the later portion of the issue, with Baseball’s actions having me thoroughly looking forward to the next issue.

Duncan Fegredo has been doing an amazing job on the artwork, and this doesn’t change here. His highly detailed panels, and wonderful scenery really helps set the tone for this story, with the dramatic vibe having an almost TV show like appeal to it. Peter Doherty also once again does a wonderful job with the colours in this issue, with his bold, yet toned palette helping give a punchy finish to Fegredo’s art.

MPH continues to speed up, as though the story ironically goes a little too fast in this issue, the character charm and climax definitely make it a must read. Highly recommended.