BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: SIX #1 Review


Will this origin story be worth of the captivating character that is Number Six? Read on to find out.

The official description from Dynamite:

Don’t miss this exciting chapter in Battlestar Galactica lore as the early origins of Number Six are explored. In developing the next generation of Cylons, getting the models to look human was the easy part. But acting human is another story. Witness the evolution of Number Six as she learns live, to love, and to hate.

Battlestar Galactica Six #1 variantNumber Six was one of the most enigmatic characters to be introduced during the re-imagined Battlestar Galactica series and I for one am happy that Dynamite have finally given an origin story for her. This tale goes into Six’ life prior to the show teasing at what made her into the emotionless character we all know.

J. T. Krul does a fantastic job of the script for this issue giving a different look to Number Six. The delicate way that he handles her background is something to commend as a lot of writers come into well known series and either over think or under think origins for said series. Krul on the other hand manages to give enough to grab the readers attention whilst also keeping an aura of mystery to the character. On top of this he also gives us some exciting and impactful sequences and give what Krul has produced here I can see Number Six becoming more intense and spontaneous as the series progresses.

Igor Lima kills it on the artwork with his realistic style being astonishing. The detail and layout of his art also prove to be eye catching as though there’s the odd imperfection the overall finish is outstanding. I especially love how Lima uses the inks with it giving definition when needed as well as being subtle elsewhere. He also manages to capture the mood of Krul’s story perfectly with the character emotion practically oozing off the page. Alex Guimarães colours were also sensational as bar giving a fantastic finish they also managed to add a intense overtone to the story.

Battlestar Galactica: Six gets off to a solid start with the origin of Six being truly intriguing. Highly recommended.

OUR RATING
8
  • + J. T. Krul starts an intriguing tale of mystery .
  • + Igor Kima’s dynamic art is astonishing.
  • + Brilliant origin for Number Six.
  • - The first transition wasn't as smooth as the rest.

S#!T Talking Central

  • dandru

    Whatever happened to this series? Why didn’t any issues ever come out past #1?