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David Pepose and Eman Cassallos are back with Captain Planet #2, and it’s clear from the start that this creative team is ready to unleash the full force of the elemental guardian. If you’ve been looking for an engaging, action-packed comic that’s both a blast from the past and a timely call to action, then buckle up, because the Planeteers are here to save the day (and the planet).

Captain Planet #2 throws readers right into the action, starting with a clever history lesson that perfectly reintroduces the Elemental Guardian and his human counterpart, the High Priestess. It’s a smart way to catch new readers up while giving a fun nod to long-time fans. The story quickly shifts to modern-day New York, where the latest High Priestess, Gaia, finds herself in a tight spot, captured by the villainous Lucian Plunder, who’s after the elemental rings for his shady company.

Enter the Planeteers! We see Kwame and Gi share a charming conversation at the airport before getting nabbed by some suspicious-looking “police.” Linka, having escaped her oil magnate dad, shows her commitment to the cause, while Wheeler and Ma-Ti arrive in New York, ready for action. The tension truly ramps up during an environmental protest when Wheeler’s fire ring goes out of control, leading to an explosive confrontation. From there, it’s a non-stop flurry of fists and tear gas, with Kwame and Gi delivering some awesome elemental payback. After some initial bickering, the team finally unites, only to be overwhelmed by Plunder’s goons. Just when things look bleak, a potent whisper prompts them to combine their rings, and boom: Captain Planet arrives, leaving us on a thrilling cliffhanger.

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Captain Planet #2 submerges you into a world of struggle, but thankfully, with the Planeteers and Captain Planet, there’s also hope. Pepose does an excellent job of guiding readers through the action in a straightforward, engaging, and action-packed manner. It’s a testament to his writing that while engrossed in this world, which so eerily mirrors our own, you might momentarily forget Captain Planet himself exists, only for his arrival to be all the more impactful.

While this issue does feel a bit like a second introduction to the Planeteers, potentially retreading some ground from the first issue, it’s not necessarily a bad thing, especially if it’s been a while between releases. More importantly, it swiftly propels the plot forward, bringing our new team together in a short time. We also get glimpses of budding and potentially romantic relationships between the Earth and Water, and Fire and Wind ring bearers? Which adds another layer to the team dynamic.

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Cassallos’s artistic contributions are a consistent standout throughout this issue, especially the flashback sequences that burst with dynamic and creative visuals. One particular highlight is the action panel where Linka strikes a pose, unleashing a wind palm blast on Wheeler; it’s both visually stunning and incredibly impactful.

Letterer Eckleberry also deserves a shoutout for consistently impactful letters that never distract. His dynamic sound effects pull you right into the heart of the action. Complementing this, Colorist Jorge Sutil brings the green, the heat (and the cool) with vibrant, eye-catching art that demands your attention. Seriously, the panel featuring the five elemental rings, bright, shiny, and glowing, is simply mesmerizing. Overall, the entire creative team is firing on all cylinders. (Though, there is one panel of a protester with a “nightmare-fueling” face that definitely gave me a double-take)

Captain Planet #2 is a triumphant return for the eco-conscious hero, delivering a compelling narrative, thrilling action, and truly stellar artwork. If you’re ready to see elemental powers clash with industrial-strength treachery, then make sure to pick up this issue. The planet needs you!

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David Pepose and Eman Cassallos are back with Captain Planet #2, and it’s clear from the start that this creative team is ready to unleash the full force of the elemental guardian. If you’ve been looking for an engaging, action-packed comic that’s both a blast from the past and a timely call to action, then buckle up, because the Planeteers are here to save the day (and the planet).

Captain Planet #2 throws readers right into the action, starting with a clever history lesson that perfectly reintroduces the Elemental Guardian and his human counterpart, the High Priestess. It’s a smart way to catch new readers up while giving a fun nod to long-time fans. The story quickly shifts to modern-day New York, where the latest High Priestess, Gaia, finds herself in a tight spot, captured by the villainous Lucian Plunder, who’s after the elemental rings for his shady company.

Enter the Planeteers! We see Kwame and Gi share a charming conversation at the airport before getting nabbed by some suspicious-looking “police.” Linka, having escaped her oil magnate dad, shows her commitment to the cause, while Wheeler and Ma-Ti arrive in New York, ready for action. The tension truly ramps up during an environmental protest when Wheeler’s fire ring goes out of control, leading to an explosive confrontation. From there, it’s a non-stop flurry of fists and tear gas, with Kwame and Gi delivering some awesome elemental payback. After some initial bickering, the team finally unites, only to be overwhelmed by Plunder’s goons. Just when things look bleak, a potent whisper prompts them to combine their rings, and boom: Captain Planet arrives, leaving us on a thrilling cliffhanger.

Dynamite Comics

Captain Planet #2 submerges you into a world of struggle, but thankfully, with the Planeteers and Captain Planet, there’s also hope. Pepose does an excellent job of guiding readers through the action in a straightforward, engaging, and action-packed manner. It’s a testament to his writing that while engrossed in this world, which so eerily mirrors our own, you might momentarily forget Captain Planet himself exists, only for his arrival to be all the more impactful.

While this issue does feel a bit like a second introduction to the Planeteers, potentially retreading some ground from the first issue, it’s not necessarily a bad thing, especially if it’s been a while between releases. More importantly, it swiftly propels the plot forward, bringing our new team together in a short time. We also get glimpses of budding and potentially romantic relationships between the Earth and Water, and Fire and Wind ring bearers? Which adds another layer to the team dynamic.

Dynamite Comics

Cassallos’s artistic contributions are a consistent standout throughout this issue, especially the flashback sequences that burst with dynamic and creative visuals. One particular highlight is the action panel where Linka strikes a pose, unleashing a wind palm blast on Wheeler; it’s both visually stunning and incredibly impactful.

Letterer Eckleberry also deserves a shoutout for consistently impactful letters that never distract. His dynamic sound effects pull you right into the heart of the action. Complementing this, Colorist Jorge Sutil brings the green, the heat (and the cool) with vibrant, eye-catching art that demands your attention. Seriously, the panel featuring the five elemental rings, bright, shiny, and glowing, is simply mesmerizing. Overall, the entire creative team is firing on all cylinders. (Though, there is one panel of a protester with a “nightmare-fueling” face that definitely gave me a double-take)

Captain Planet #2 is a triumphant return for the eco-conscious hero, delivering a compelling narrative, thrilling action, and truly stellar artwork. If you’re ready to see elemental powers clash with industrial-strength treachery, then make sure to pick up this issue. The planet needs you!