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| Archer & Armstrong Forever #2 Pre-Order Cover by Ro Stein & Ted Brandt |
Drawing on secrets derived from his upbringing, Archer compiles a list of all possible sources of eternal life. His first try at restoring Armstrong's vitality? The fabled Fountain Of Youth!
Artistically speaking, I'm immediately arrested by how the lettering and sound effects on page 1 amplify the energy in Archer's battle with the Spanish conquistadors.
Archer has mastered numerous kinds of martial arts. While growing up with others his age in the cult, Archer likely learned how to dance. Apparently, he even found ways to incorporate their movements into his fighting style.
Armed with the optimism of youth, Archer urges Armstrong to waste no time and leap into the fountain.
Archer seems to be running on a full pot of coffee throughout this issue. Or tanked up on energy drinks.
The panels may be overlarge, and convey less story than I'd prefer, but each one is fun and appealing.
While I think of Armstrong as inebriated and taking everything as a joke, he seems more like the straight-man in this issue. I suppose losing an ear--if not realizing that your days of instant-healing are behind you--can be rather sobering.
Archer's obsession to restore Armstrong's immortality drives him to extremes. One minute the intensively trained and programmed former assassin is channeling Sherlock Holmes.
The next, he's reacting like a hyperactive teen. Like...
"OMG!"
"I can't handle that!!"
"Is that twisted or what???"
At no point does Archer stop to consider he obstacles they'll confront. Nor does he ever doubt that any particular stop on their immortality world tour might actually work. That job is left to the usually-carefree Armstrong.
Still, this issue suggests a possible reason for Archer's frantic obsession. Armstrong's healing seems to be proceeding rather slowly. His wound continues to reopen and bleed.
Imagine getting used to the idea of your closest friend being around forever, only to suddenly realize that he or she may be incapable of healing, and therefore die within a relatively short time.
Archer & Armstrong Forever #2 doesn't waste time on drama, argument or angst. It launches the reader on a fun-tastic globetrotting adventure guaranteed to make you smile, chuckle, and wish that this series could go on, well, forever.
OMG!
I think I could handle that!!
Would that be twisted or what???
Dragon Dave
Details, details...
ARCHER & ARMSTRONG FOREVER #2
Written by STEVE FOXE
Art by MARCIO FIORITO
Colors by ALEX GUIMARAES
Letters by HASSAN OTSMANE-ELHAOU
Cover A by BERNARD CHANG
Cover B by CHRIS WILDGOOSE
Pre-order Cover by RO STEIN/TED BRANDT
The triumphant return of Valiant’s best besties!
With Armstrong more mortal than ever, it’s up to Archer to find the
secrets of immortality. One of history’s myths has to be true…right?
Their quest will take them across the globe, from the Fountain of Youth
to mythical creatures, with the deadly Maw in hot pursuit.
On sale JUNE 8th | 32 pages, full color | $3.99 US | T+
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