Powers - Volume 8: Legends

What would happen in a world where the use of superpowers is banned? That's what you'll find out in this volume of Powers. Superheros obey the law, but super villains keep on doing what they do best--cause havoc. With the cops out-gunned, there's not much they can do, until a long-dead superhero arrives to save the day. Cops and politicians freak out, but regular citizens see a ray of hope in the appearance of this mystery hero. Powers brings hardcore crime fiction and superheros together in an irresistible mix. The artwork is drawn if a cartoon-like style that seems to mirror the style of the old Batman animated series. The coloring also adds to the sense of mood. Each page is a pleasure to look at. However, be warned--this series depicts hard violence, so if you're sensitive to blood and gore, this book may not be for you, but if you're looking for something a little more mature than mainstream fare, this may be what you're looking for.

This is a restart for the Powers series. After the near cataclysmic events of the last arc of the story, the US government has cracked down on the use of powers, and it has become illegal. This applies to being used for good, or for ill. Telling superpowered individuals what to do is one thing, stopping them is another. A Retro Girl lookalike appears, and Walker is shocked to discover who it is.

Definitely a must-have for all comic fans, especially 'Powers' collectors. If you don't already have this buy it! If you're a non 'Powers' fan buy this book, read it and splash out on all the other available trade paperbacks and then enjoy this book on a whole new level.

If you're a fan of graphic novels...this is a fantastic series. I recommend reading the TPB in order...I've read all of them so far and hope for more in the near future!

Bendis is a treasure: A writer of substance and quality who happens to work in Comics. Powers, which is created, controlled and owned by Bendis is his best series (though the first 3 hardcover volumes of Ultimate Spider-man are equally superb in a more 'family-friendly' way, and his take on Daredevil in Hardcover Vols. 2-5 really inject life and depth into the classic, but sometimes bland character). The Only concern is Marvel overworking him. They keep giving him new duties, and Bendis takes them on eagerly. Seems they can't turn down any idea from their best writer and Bendis keeps coming with them. Vol. 8 may not be his best work, but Powers is a must read series. (Also Avon Oeming's artwork is classy, clear and tells the story wonderfully. This isn't a book dominated by the artwork, and I mean that as a high compliment.)