Captain Marvel #3 Review

Writer: Kelly Thompson / Artists: Carmen Carnero, Amanda Conner, Paul Mounts / Marvel Taking the Fight to Nuclear Man I wasn’t super impressed with Captain Marvel #2. It was satisfactory, but seemed indicative of a story that was taking some time to find its feet. Well, I’m sad to say that #3 is only a little better. The fights this issue continue to be perfunctory, and the dialog is snappy but not tight. #3 shouldn’t feel like a filler issue, but here we are. The issue opens with Jen Walters — She-Hulk — blasting through the barrier. She’s in need of saving, however. The barrier has robbed her of her powers, left her falling through space. That gives Carol a quick moment of heroics early on, which gets things off to a good start. Somewhere in the empty fight with the metal men and saving Jen, Carol figures out that the only man on their side of the fight is hiding something (which is an utter non-surprise) and brings up more complications all around. The non-surprise reveal does provide some more backstory on Carol when she refers to her infamous imprisonment/manipulation at the hands of Marcus/Immortus. This is a chance for her to be an adult as well, and agree to have the potential traitor continue on the squad. It is always nice to see Carol being a solid leader and inspiring those around her, human and super-powered alike.

Speaking of leadership, that’s probably the most important thing Carol brings to the island: leadership and a sense of purpose. The stranded women …