Quantum and Woody are the world’s worst superhero team. Archer & Armstrong are a mismatched pair of conspiracy-busting adventurers. When a mysterious force collides these ill-suited and irresponsible “heroes” are in for a cross-country race through the darkest corners of American mythology, all hell is bound to break loose. Can two busted pairs become four of a kind in time to defeat the Hobo King, save the day, and make it back home in time for happy hour? Let’s hope so…’cause these guys make a really, really bad team. 

Let me start this review by saying that this one is just a preview for the entire comic book. And I read it because I wanted to see if the full comic book was worth the money and time I would spend on it. And im gonna give you the answer for that at the end of this review.

This preview sets out to blend humor and action in a comic crossover featuring some of Valiant Entertainment’s most eccentric characters. Unfortunately, despite its potential, this preview falls short in delivering a cohesive and engaging narrative.

The story in this preview brings together the unlikely duo of Archer & Armstrong with Quantum and Woody, promising a comedic adventure filled with hijinks and unexpected twists. While the premise is intriguing, the execution lacks focus. The plot meanders through a series of loosely connected events, making it difficult for me personally to follow the storyline or become invested in the characters’ journey.

The character development is one of this preview’s significant weaknesses. While Archer, Armstrong, Quantum, and Woody each have distinct personalities, their interactions often feel forced and devoid of depth. The potential for dynamic character exchanges is overshadowed by superficial humor that fails to add meaningful layers to their relationships. As a result, the characters come across as caricatures rather than fully realized individuals.

The writing style falls flat in this in this preview. The dialogues in this preview are often stilted, lacking the sharpness and charm needed to elevate the comedic elements. Conversations serve more as vehicles for jokes rather than opportunities for character development or plot advancement, which detracts from the story’s potential impact.

The artwork in this preview, while visually appealing, does little to enhance the narrative experience. The illustrations capture the chaotic energy of the adventure but fail to compensate for the lack of narrative cohesion. The visual style supports the comedic tone but does not add significant value due to the weak narrative foundation.

The pacing in this preview, is another problem I had with this preview. This preview has scenes that either drag without purpose or rush through potentially important moments. This inconsistency disrupts the flow and makes it challenging for me personally to maintain interest or fully grasp the plot’s progression. The lack of a clear narrative arc further exacerbates this problem.

Despite these shortcomings, the concept in this preview of a crossover featuring such mismatched heroes holds potential for future comic books. With a more structured storyline and deeper exploration of character dynamics, subsequent issues could better capture the humor and adventure inherent in the premise.

So will I buy and read the full version of this comic book ? I don’t think I will. The main reason behind this is how poorly this preview was very uninteresting for me personally.

I Give This Book 2 / 5