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In its second-to-last issue, Resurrection Man: Quantum Karma #5 proves that the best battles are fought with brains, not brawn. The comic is a wild and imaginative ride that’s part sci-fi chase, part exploration of the meaning of life. Writer Ram V and artists Anand Rk and Butch Guice continue to create something truly special here with this series.

The comic picks up with Mitch Shelley on the run from a future, broken version of himself named Samsara. But this isn’t a simple brawl. Samsara uses psychological warfare, digging into Mitch’s past and playing on the emotional weight of his eternal existence. It’s in these quiet moments, as Mitch grapples with the pain and loss of his many lives, that the story shines. Ram V has a gift for exploring these profound themes, and the series has proven to be the perfect stage for his talents. The reveal that Samsara was the ally-turned-enemy all along is a powerful and personal twist you might not have seen coming. After all, what’s a worse enemy than yourself?

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Adding an unexpected but brilliant twist is the guest-starring role of Christopher Chance, the Human Target. The creative team seamlessly weaves the classic structure of a Human Target story into their cosmic tale, creating a plot that is both a love letter to the character and a clever device to throw off Samsara. It’s a moment of sheer genius: the immortal Resurrection Man needing the protection of a bodyguard for hire against himself. Christopher Chance isn’t just a cameo, either; he’s crucial to the plot, and it’s a blast to see him just as suave as he was in Tom King’s acclaimed Black Label series. I also love that the creative team is highlighting these compelling characters who don’t always wear capes and tights.

The art continues the streak of being simply phenomenal. Anand Rk’s art in the cosmic, abstract segments is visually stunning, creating a tapestry of cogwork and liquid that perfectly captures time as a concept.  Rk also draws the gut-wrenching final pages of “The Lab” doctors, which visually depict the implantation of the “Tektites” in a way that feels both intimately personal and completely alien. 

Meanwhile, Butch Guice, a co-creator of Resurrection Man, contributes one-page synopses that ground the series in its rich history. And I can’t talk about the art without mentioning Steve Beach’s amazing variant cover. The image of Mitch and Samsara conjoined together, with the black alien tubes and teeth, is so cool and creative. You’ll want to buy it and put it on your wall.

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Resurrection Man: Quantum Karma #5 is an exceptional comic that demonstrates the potential of the Black Label imprint. The issue masterfully sets the stage for a dramatic conclusion, leaving readers with a host of questions while also delivering a profoundly satisfying and emotionally resonant chapter. And let’s not forget the fun, unexpected cameo from the Phantom Stranger, who will hopefully come through for Mitch in the final chapter. 

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In its second-to-last issue, Resurrection Man: Quantum Karma #5 proves that the best battles are fought with brains, not brawn. The comic is a wild and imaginative ride that’s part sci-fi chase, part exploration of the meaning of life. Writer Ram V and artists Anand Rk and Butch Guice continue to create something truly special here with this series.

The comic picks up with Mitch Shelley on the run from a future, broken version of himself named Samsara. But this isn’t a simple brawl. Samsara uses psychological warfare, digging into Mitch’s past and playing on the emotional weight of his eternal existence. It’s in these quiet moments, as Mitch grapples with the pain and loss of his many lives, that the story shines. Ram V has a gift for exploring these profound themes, and the series has proven to be the perfect stage for his talents. The reveal that Samsara was the ally-turned-enemy all along is a powerful and personal twist you might not have seen coming. After all, what’s a worse enemy than yourself?

DC Comics

Adding an unexpected but brilliant twist is the guest-starring role of Christopher Chance, the Human Target. The creative team seamlessly weaves the classic structure of a Human Target story into their cosmic tale, creating a plot that is both a love letter to the character and a clever device to throw off Samsara. It’s a moment of sheer genius: the immortal Resurrection Man needing the protection of a bodyguard for hire against himself. Christopher Chance isn’t just a cameo, either; he’s crucial to the plot, and it’s a blast to see him just as suave as he was in Tom King’s acclaimed Black Label series. I also love that the creative team is highlighting these compelling characters who don’t always wear capes and tights.

The art continues the streak of being simply phenomenal. Anand Rk’s art in the cosmic, abstract segments is visually stunning, creating a tapestry of cogwork and liquid that perfectly captures time as a concept.  Rk also draws the gut-wrenching final pages of “The Lab” doctors, which visually depict the implantation of the “Tektites” in a way that feels both intimately personal and completely alien. 

Meanwhile, Butch Guice, a co-creator of Resurrection Man, contributes one-page synopses that ground the series in its rich history. And I can’t talk about the art without mentioning Steve Beach’s amazing variant cover. The image of Mitch and Samsara conjoined together, with the black alien tubes and teeth, is so cool and creative. You’ll want to buy it and put it on your wall.

DC Comics

Resurrection Man: Quantum Karma #5 is an exceptional comic that demonstrates the potential of the Black Label imprint. The issue masterfully sets the stage for a dramatic conclusion, leaving readers with a host of questions while also delivering a profoundly satisfying and emotionally resonant chapter. And let’s not forget the fun, unexpected cameo from the Phantom Stranger, who will hopefully come through for Mitch in the final chapter.