RED ROBIN #9

Review by: BornIn1142

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Written by Christopher Yost
Art and cover by Marcus To and Ray McCarthy

Size: 32 pages
Price: 2.99

The first eight issues of Red Robin have been defined by two things: the very decent action, and the constant, unrelenting, wall-banging ANGST. I like angst more than the average person, but it was too much even for me. Metaphorical tears and blood pouring out of every orifice seems to be a common fixture in Yost (and Kyle) books. I suppose I should be thankful that, at least in the DC Universe, there is no X-23 to be shoved down my throat. Yet…

Anyway, this issue was pretty good, even though it was mostly setting up the arc. The fight scene thrown in served as interesting foreshadowing. Purely from an objective viewpoint, I can’t say that it’s the best of the series so far, but it’s certainly the one I enjoyed the most, and that’s solely because Tim takes a break from brooding, however so slight. The issue’s tone is mostly hopeful. Superboy’s brief cameo appearance helped establish the happier moments – though it was completely pointless otherwise.

Furthermore, #9 marks the first meeting of Red Robin and the new Batgirl, and I’ve been eagerly awaiting to see their relationship fixed at last. Batgirl has been so much more enjoyable title for me, and I hope some of the optimism will leak to Red Robin as well. I’ve also been a fan of Tim and Stephanie since the good old Chuck Dixon days, so I’m curious how things will play out.

There are some flaws I could point out though. Didn’t issue 8 end with Ra’s al Ghul calling Tim and making the exact same threats? His scene here is little more than an unthrilling reminder.  Also, Tim and Tam’s attraction so far feels just a bit forced and lame. But maybe I only feel that way because I’m a shipper.

The art is clean and standardized, and I would say very satisfying. No complaints in that regard.

Story: 4 - Very Good
Art: 4 - Very Good

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