In 1999, Tom Peyer and Scott Kolins produced some of the most memorable Legion of Super-Heroes stories. Though a Legion of Super-Heroes story, this comic is largely about its most powerless member: Karate Kid!
You may have read the important story about Karate Kid and Nemesis Kid; or, the story about his poisoning.
Generally, the Legion of Super-Heroes are about solving conflicts in the time-stream, protecting the Superman legacy and fostering diversity and relations between different species and alien races.
In some sense, it is a Green Lantern Corps from the 30th century without the Space Sectors’ patrols.
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DIALOGUE
Really, Tom Peyer’s dialogue highlights the differences and personalities between the different Legionnaires. Indeed, the Legionnaires use technical jargon with social commentary.
Particularly, Karate Kid’s flashbacks help to flesh out the character and focus on his titanic martial arts skills.
PLOT
To begin, the plot is about an accident that causes tension and rivalry between the Legionnaires, and also with the strangers on the planet Sataar. As matter of fact, it may seem straightforward.
However, it is handled well and the one-on-one battle of Karate Kid vs M’Onel is the best part of the issue.
CHARACTERIZATION
In many respects, the characterization is the most difficult aspect of the comic. Though the personalities are highlighted, for the most part, the characters do not stand out enough. The three characters that have the spotlight are Karate Kid, M’Onel and Thunder.
Though the story is about Karate Kid, Thunder is really the impetus for everything that happens. At the end, the moment between Karate Kid and M’Onel may seem difficult to understand.
ART
Here, the art may seem a bit cartoony. Though the characters are expressive, it would seem the story was drawn for a younger audience. At least, Karate Kid seems very boyish in appearance.
For the most part, the Legionnaires have been teenagers or at the cusp of adulthood. Nevertheless, Scott Kolins’ art lends itself well to the story.
VERDICT
Finally, this is the comic that launched Karate Kid’s stardom in the Modern Age of Comics. Certainly, Legionnaires and fans of Karate Kid will love it.
RECOMMENDATION:
Definitely, collect the single issue in digital format for a younger audience.
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