Writer: Collin Kelly & Jackson Lanzing
Art: Francesco Mortarino, Raul Angulo, Federico Blee, VC’s Joe Sabino, and Sara Pichelli
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Price: $4.99
Reviewed by: Anonymous
Release Date: July 24th, 2024
THIS IS NYX! This isn’t a book about X-Men. This is a book about mutants living past the end of their world and into a new beginning. This is MS. MARVEL embracing her mutant life in the neon streets of the Lower East Side. This is ANOLE trying to keep his head above water. This is WOLVERINE in the shadows of Bushwick, protecting her own. This is PRODIGY writing history as it happens – and SOPHIE CUCKOO finding her own way. The news reports are bleak. The streets feel dangerous. There’s something lurking underground. Evil coming from every direction. But they’re determined to make it. This is mutant community. This is mutant pride. This is NYX.
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THE DISPATCH
Nyx #1 by Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing plunges readers into the chaotic world of Greek mythology, reimagining Nyx, the primordial goddess of night, as a complex and conflicted character. This debut issue explores Nyx’s internal struggles and her strained relationship with her children, the embodiment of sleep, dreams, and death. While the art and core concept are intriguing, the narrative stumbles at times, leaving some questions unanswered.
Kelly and Lanzing offer a unique take on Nyx, portraying her not as a villainous entity but as a grieving mother burdened by the weight of existence. This nuanced approach adds depth to the character and the narrative. The art style, by Carmen Carnero, is a highlight of the issue. The depiction of the divine realm and the personification of abstract concepts like dreams and nightmares is both beautiful and unsettling.
The issue hints at a brewing conflict between Nyx and her children, particularly the embodiment of Thanatos (Death). This sets the stage for a potentially epic power struggle within the Greek pantheon. The narrative can be slow at times, with long stretches of exposition that might feel overwhelming for new readers unfamiliar with Greek mythology.
While the issue establishes the central conflict, there’s minimal action in this first chapter. Readers expecting a fast-paced adventure might be disappointed. The ending leaves several questions unanswered, creating a sense of mystery but also potentially frustrating readers who crave immediate resolutions.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Overall, Nyx #1 is a visually impressive and conceptually intriguing debut issue. However, the slow pacing, lack of action, and unresolved cliffhanger might leave some readers wanting more. Fans of Greek mythology and those interested in a character study of a complex goddess will likely find this issue engaging. However, if you’re looking for a fast-paced and action-packed superhero story, this might not be the best jumping-on point.