I Don’t Know How The Power Fantasy is Gonna Top That Latest Gut Punch Reveal

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In both real life and stories, something potentially more perilous than power and its hidden aspects might exist. At first glance, the concept of secrets – withheld or disguised information to avoid a certain outcome – seems relatively harmless. After all, people keep daily secrets for the sake of privacy. However, not every secret is innocent, especially when dealing with a world populated by individuals possessing extraordinary abilities. The stakes here aren’t just emotions but the survival of the entire world. This is the scenario presented in issue #9 of Kieron Gillen and Caspar Wijngaard’s “The Power Fantasy,” where the exposure of specific secrets could either save or destroy the world altogether.

The Power Dilemma: The Superpowers find themselves in an unusual and tense predicament. Jacky Magus had previously formed an alliance with the U.S. administration following Etienne’s assassination of the president. A shocking revelation surfaces that Heavy harbors a hidden Superpower offspring who could prove to be a dangerous wildcard. Masumi, already teetering on a fragile emotional precipice, further complicates the situation. This volatile scenario could erupt catastrophically for everyone involved, perhaps even explosively.

As the narrative unfolds, it becomes evident that Heavy might not fully grasp the complexity of his secret son’s influence and may not be entirely convinced about his own stance. Meanwhile, Isabella, hitherto guarded in her interactions with Masumi, finally discloses her bitterness towards the Atomics, particularly Masumi, for their seemingly endless survival in the face of countless human casualties when things go awry. This bold revelation serves to relieve Isabella and seems to provide a modicum of solace for Masumi as well.

In “The Power Fantasy” #9, a hidden truth is unveiled that could potentially pose the greatest threat the story has encountered so far. This secret, capable of causing significant disruption to the power dynamics and further complicating the intricate dance the Atomics are performing, has been set in motion by Jacky Magus’ covert actions. For some time, everyone has been attempting to win Eliza over, but it’s now clear that Jacky’s true motives trace back to the disastrous Second Summer of Love in 1989. Additionally, this secret carries a profound connection to Eliza and her current state. The revelation strikes both Eliza and readers with a powerful, shocking impact, as it becomes evident that Jacky is not who he appears to be.

In this comic, Gillen and Wijngaard masterfully build up to a shocking revelation that significantly alters everything we thought we knew. The way Gillen subtly foreshadows it through Etienne’s words about the unpredictable nature of truth is brilliant. Meanwhile, Wijngaard’s artwork, especially during Eliza’s reaction to what she’s being told, is breathtakingly incredible. It perfectly conveys both relief and horror as pieces of the puzzle start to fit together for her. The scene is so powerful it feels like a scream without a sound – a true cliffhanger that leaves you feeling like you’ve plummeted to the ground at high speed, knowing something has changed but not yet understanding exactly what.

The title “The Power Fantasy” is effective in general, but issue #9 stands out exceptionally well. What you’d anticipate as catastrophic – the powers, Matsumi handling emotional turmoil, Heavy’s hidden son – turn out to be less hazardous than an unexpected element, a secret so skillfully concealed that it feels more like a ticking time bomb, one that might not leave anyone unscathed. “The Power Fantasy” has always been about intricate relationships and multiple layers, but issue #9 escalates this complexity to an entirely new realm – and it might be the best installment yet in the series.

Rating: 5 out of 5

The Power Fantasy #9 is on sale now from Image Comics.

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2025-05-28 15:09