Writer: Thomas Krajewski
Art: Jason Muhr, Rachelle Rosenberg, Matt Milla, and VC’s Travis Lanham
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Price:$4.99
Reviewed by: Anonymous
Release Date: September 4th, 2024
A NEW ZOMBIE VIRUS IS UNLEASHED… AND GROOT IS PATIENT ZERO! Groot feels bad – not only because Rocket’s latest scheme put them firmly in the crosshairs of the Avengers, but also he’s just plain sick! Sap-dripping nose and all. Things go from bad to apocalyptic, however, after an ill-timed sneeze in Captain America’s face has unforeseeable consequences! Suddenly, Groot is being attacked by a horde of zombified Avengers, and only he and Hulk, with his impenetrable green skin, remain impervious. Now it’s up to these two heroes to team up and fight their way through a blighted New York City to Banner’s lab in Avengers Tower to find a cure before it’s too late. But can Groot keep the hero in check and on track, or will Hulk unleash his deadly might on the zombies they once called friends?
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THE DISPATCH
Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay #1 by Thomas Krajewski and Greg Smallwood delivers a shocking and brutal new chapter in the Marvel Zombies universe. This first issue introduces a new zombie virus and a surprising twist in the form of Groot as patient zero.
The comic wastes no time diving into the horror. Krajewski expertly crafts a scene of pure terror as Groot’s sneeze infects Captain America, leading to a chain reaction of zombie transformations. Smallwood’s art perfectly captures the grotesque and disturbing nature of the infected Avengers, with detailed depictions of their decayed forms and ravenous hunger.
The dynamic between Groot and Hulk is a highlight of the issue. Their contrasting personalities and abilities create a compelling and unexpected partnership. Groot’s calm demeanor and Hulk’s raw power offer a fascinating contrast, as they navigate the horrors of a zombie-infested New York City.
The issue successfully establishes the stakes of the new zombie threat. The revelation that only Groot and Hulk are immune adds an element of hope and despair, setting the stage for a desperate fight for survival.
While the issue is primarily focused on action and horror, there are moments of humor and character development that help to break up the intensity. Groot’s unique perspective and his friendship with Rocket provide a welcome contrast to the bleakness of the situation.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Overall, Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay #1 is a thrilling and disturbing addition to the Marvel Zombies universe. It offers a fresh take on the zombie apocalypse, with a focus on unexpected heroes and a unique threat. Fans of horror and Marvel Comics alike will find this issue to be a satisfying and chilling read.