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philippmk's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Though Nightwing continues in its usual fun and action-packed style for this volume, little is done to move the plot forward. Some new elements are introduced or explored further that are happening in Blüdhaven, yet it feels like the hero of this story keeps getting swept up in side-quests, almost afraid to complete an arc. Nightwing's adventures remain eventful and Moore's art remains stunning to look at, this book feels, in parts, more like a teaser for what's more to come rather than anything substantial in its own right.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Death of parent, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury
billyjepma's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.25
It’s still as fun a read as ever, but the plotting is equally as loose, too. Normally, Taylor’s heavy-handed optimism and charming characterizations are exciting and refreshing enough to outweigh the general flatness of the storytelling. But when the plot tries to reach a climactic moment like this one does, it struggles to capture any real momentum or stakes.
Honestly, the landmark 100th issue included here is probably the weak link of the bunch for precisely that reason. Despite having a lovely scene between Dick and Bruce, the bulk of the issue features a rotating cast of artists—all with a history drawing Nightwing, which is a nice gesture—whose various styles don’t mesh together very well. It’s not a deal breaker since more comics than ever do this, but it’s always a little jarring, especially when the comic is trying to be dramatic or suspenseful. Again, it’s not bad, but it is distracting.
I’m growing a little tired of the Heartless side of things, too. Despite receiving some decent backstory in the Annual—and a nicely twisted parallel to Nightwing’s origin story—he remains a generic villain who I don’t find that interesting or intimidating. I’m ready for Taylor to either move on and find a new antagonist for Dick to deal with or, maybe better yet, forgo a villain entirely and lean into the comic’s playful slice-of-life style, which has always been and continues to be its strongest suit.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Violence, and Death of parent
casdelvo's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Violence, and Murder
Minor: Confinement, Fire/Fire injury, and Classism
ginameix's review
adventurous
fast-paced
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Blood, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Gun violence, Violence, Medical content, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail