FCBD 2016 DC Superhero Girls Review

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I admit that the concept behind this series isn’t too bad. Considering that a lot of DC’s comics are a little too violent and intense for kids to read, it makes sense that there should be one aimed at kids. The character designs are all on point and this series could be a blast as long as the stories are interesting. It would also help a lot if the series is allowed to have some action now and again like with My Little Pony. That can ultimately decide if this is a good comic or a great one. It’s off to a solid start although the art should be a little better. The issue has that “Every character is constantly blushing” look that I’ve never liked. It’s completely unnecessary and really just looks out of place as well.

The plot is that Supergirl is afraid to go on stage and present due to a tragic backstory were bullies made fun of her back on Krypton. No worries though, Ma Kent only needs a single panel to get Supergirl from not going no matter what to saying “Nothing can stop me from going!” It’s a little rushed if you ask me, but that’s fine because the issue was nearly out of time. It ends with a big cliffhanger as someone takes Supergirl down with a Kryptonite arrow and we learn that he is after the rest of the heroines. I certainly wasn’t expecting a big action plot at the end here so I was pleasantly surprised. Depending on where the series goes with this, it could end up being quite good by the end.

Upgrading the art would also be very helpful to the series as well. There’s also the big chance that this whole cliffhanger is just going to be one big cliffhanger so I would advise you not to get your hopes too high yet either. It’s best to approach these things with leveled expectations. The whole “expect the worst and prepare for the best” sort of thing. That way, nothing can hope to faze you since this series may end up being unpredictable aside from the obvious life lessons and cliches sprinkled around. Hopefully no more bullies arrive to pick on our heroes though. This comic is a sure fire winner though which is good since it helps to make up for DC’s other free comic this year.

Overall 7/10

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