Review: Bloodshot: Fully Loaded Edition #7

Bloodshot is a property with massive potential to rise through the year as fans of the film and Vin Diesel seek out more stories involving the nanite warrior. Tim Seeley brings the perfect introduction to Bloodshot for new readers white a story that combines action with an introduction to allies and enemies. With the help of Agent Nix and The Burned, Bloodshot rescues Eidolon from captivity within the Black Bar as penitence for capturing her in the first place. The Apostle Air Squad is in rapid pursuit with Eidolon leading Bloodshot to an island where Black Bar houses the worst mercenaries and monsters known to man. Agent Nix arrives just in time to betray Bloodshot and free the horrific contents of the prison.Â

This issue serves as a fantastic introduction to the character and also carries the story forward with great twists. The character of Bloodshot as the ultimate warrior with red on his ledger and hope for redemption by undoing his misdeeds is a fantastic setup. The action is massive in scope but doesn“t take away from the character moments and motivations. The betrayal by Nix, taking over some of Bloodshot“s own nanites to take him down is well done, and the massive prison break of villains is a great setup to keep readers coming back.

The art throughout the issue is well executed but simplistic and a bit flat. The issue is basically presented in a house style which might serve well to draw in new readers but is not the best look for Bloodshot himself who looks a bit anemic. Overall the art does a solid job of conveying the story and holding interest, but the simplistic approach does sacrifice some of the awe this story deserves.Â

This is a great introduction for new readers and still remains a great character piece. Some stronger artwork would really take the book over the top, but the hope is that this new reader friendly approach will draw in more eyes to a character, concept and story that deserves it.Â

Writing: 4.5 of 5 stars
Art: 3.8 of 5 stars
Colors: 4.0 of 5 stars

Overall: 4.1 of 5 stars

Writer: Tim Seeley
Art: Marc Laming and Jason Masters
Colors: Andrew Dalhouse
Publisher: Valiant

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M.R. Jafri was born and raised in Niagara Falls New York and now lives with his family in Detroit Michigan. He's a talkative introvert and argumentative geek. His loves include Star Wars, Star Trek, Superheroes, Ninja Turtles, Power Rangers, Transformers, GI Joe, Films, Comics, TV Shows, Action Figures and Twizzlers.