I feel like i’m one of the few people who’s been enthralled by every issue of Jonathan Hickman’s current Avengers run. Even the character issues for Hyperion, Captain Universe and Smasher had me completely captivated but I will admit that the ending for the first arch with Ex Nihilo was too abrupt. Well, after this last issue, I have little doubt that Hickman know exactly what he’s doing. The issue starts just as all previous issues, with a “Previously In Avengers” recap page. I love this not only because it helps remind me where we left off, but it also gives the series an HBO/AMC cable television series feel. The story picks back up right after the White Event has occurred and an unsuspecting college student, Kevin Connor, has been “Starbranded.” Hickman does a great job of mixing hard hitting action with a captivating explanation of what the White Event is and why it has failed. Admittedly, Hickman did create more questions in the process, but I’m thrilled to see how he goes about answering them. I cannot wait to see Star Brand join the Avengers and learn to use his powers! The art was marvelous! I’m a big fan of Jerome Opena’s style and I was disappointed when Adam Kubert stepped in on issue four. However, Dustin Weaver completely blew me away; I feel like his style is a better fit in this story. The skulls from the dead college student in the crater gave me chills and I think this is the best interpretation of the Hulk since Marvel NOW started. I’m excited to see the return of Ex Nihilo; the only thing that I can think of to make this series any better would be Hickman tying in the white event stuff with what’s going on in New Avengers. Although, after rereading the first issue of Avengers, I noticed it started right after Doctor Strange did “You know what” (no spoilers!) to Cap in the third issue of New Avengers.