As a long-time fan of both Image Comics and the Spawn universe, I approached “Spawn Kills Every Spawn” with a mix of excitement and skepticism. Having read my fair share of Spawn stories where the stakes were high and the action intense, I was intrigued by the prospect of a more humorous take on the character. However, after reading the first issue, I can’t help but feel disappointed.
In the world of superhero comics, it’s common for creators to produce stories that place their heroes in life-threatening apocalyptic scenarios. For instance, Marvel Comics has featured Deadpool, Wolverine, and the Punisher destroying their own universes. DC Comics has given us evil versions of Batman and Superman causing chaos in their respective realms. Now, Image Comics is joining the fray by having a unique Spawn embark on a suicide mission to eliminate all other Spawns. Unlike those previous universe-ending tales from Marvel and DC, Spawn Kills Every Spawn adopts a more lighthearted tone. But is this approach an improvement?
As a gamer, I’d describe it like this: In “Spawn Kills Spawn,” I play as “Spawny,” a unique take on the Hellspawn character. At a convention called “Spawn Con,” I find myself overshadowed by the more famous Spawns. The experience leaves me feeling overlooked and frustrated. Upon returning home, my disdain for my fellow Hellspawn intensifies. Desperate to be the coolest Spawn, I embark on a mission to prove myself, regardless of my size.
In the end, “Spawn Kills Spawn” wasn’t the story I anticipated when given the task of reviewing it. It deviated from the usual formula of Al Simmons battling cursed heroes in a living suit. Instead, it focused on Spawn’s unique persona and dialogue, a fearless, fourth-wall-breaking character who never shies away from expressing himself. Regrettably, I personally found the humor inconsistent, with more misses than hits.
From a gamer’s perspective, I found it oddly incongruous in the first issue of this miniseries how Spawny appears as a “Chibi Spawn” – a childlike version of the main character – amidst the gruesome violence and gore. The juxtaposition of his innocent look against the edgy, teenage-style humor he uses just didn’t resonate with me, falling flat in terms of humor.
In this comic, even though the jokes may not be very amusing, the artwork shines through. The graphic novel “Spawn Kills Spawn” is filled with intriguing details in every panel. Rob Duenas takes charge of the pencil work while Robert Nugent manages the colors. Despite the abundance of action within each page, it never feels overwhelming. The exaggerated facial expressions add to the unique feel of this world. This visually stunning artwork would blend perfectly with stories such as “Invader Zim” and other animated comedies that showcase surreal humor.
“Spawn Kills Spawn” Falls Short of Engaging Newcomers and Long-time Fans Alike
Published by Image Comics
On July 24, 2024
Written by John Layman
Art by Rob “Sketchcraft” Duenas
Colors by Robert Nugent
Letters by John Layman
Cover by Rob Duenas & Todd McFarlane
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