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oosteven-universe · 3 years

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The Death of Doctor Strange #1

The Death of Doctor Strange #1 Marvel Comics 2021 Written by Jed MacKay Illustrated by Lee Garbett Coloured by Antonio Fabela Lettered by VC’s Cory Petit DEATH COMES FOR THE SORCERER SUPREME! Doctor Stephen Strange is the world’s greatest neurosurgeon and Earth’s Sorcerer Supreme. He defends our planet from the supernatural and interdimensional threats no other hero is equipped to handle. But what would happen if he unexpectedly died? Who would protect Earth and keep the mystical evils at bay? And most importantly…who killed Stephen Strange?! Here's what I like about this issue, visually we see Stephen’s a bit of a slob and he still retains that arrogance about him that makes him so frustratingly interesting. I love this combination because it just fits with the whole way people see their bedrooms when they are single and don’t expect to bring anyone back to their room. Just an observation about what we see here and how that can relate to someone else, like me. The opening here is spectacular and it does it’s job exceptionally well as it brings us into the story and leaves us wanting, nay needing to know more. It also shouldn’t come as a surprise that Jed really craft’s an entire issue that makes you wonder, become engaged and involved and by the last page we need that next issue now. I am a huge fan of the way that this is being told. The story & plot development that we see through how the sequence of events unfold as well as how the reader learns information is presented exceptionally well. The character development that we see the narration, the dialogue, the character interactions as well as how we see them act and react to the situations and circumstances which they encounter bring the personalities to the forefront exceptionally well. The pacing is excellent and as it takes us through the pages revealing the story the more we want to see. How we see this being structured and how the layers within the story begin to emerge and grow is really well rendered. The layers here open up different avenues as they take us through Stephen’s day and within these avenues we see how the story takes shape from different angles and points of view. All of this adds depth, dimension and complexity to the story. How we see everything working together to create the story’s ebb & flow as well as how it moves the story forward is impeccably achieved. I like the interiors here. I mean Stephen needs a hairy chest but otherwise the linework is fantastic and how we see the varying weights and techniques being utilised to create the detail within the work that we see is utterly marvellous. Backgrounds are utilised throughout the book extremely well as they enhance and expand the moments beautifully. The creativity and imagination on display here is sensational and how we see the use of magic is exceptionally well rendered. The utilisation of the page layouts and how we see the angles and perspective in the panels show a remarkably talented eye for storytelling. The various hues and tones within the colours being utilised to create the shading, highlights and shadow work shows a great eye for understanding how colour works. I like seeing Stephen being taken through his day interacting with the hospital, at the school, and with people and criminals in general. It is interesting to see just how well integrated into the Marvel Universe he is these days and has become someone who isn’t just called upon when the situation needs him or that folks are scared or worried to go to his house. Well that house is intimidating but that’s another story entirely. With the ending here what we see should excite the heck out of anyone. So with exceptional writing and solid interesting characterisation alongside these superb interiors might make this one of my favourite Marvel events.

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anfieldcentral · 7 years

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Why Liverpool Should Target Kylian Mbappe |

He’s been dubbed the ‘next Thierry Henry’ but so was Anthony Martial last season so let’s ignore that tag for a moment and focus on the facts. This lad is superb. Granted, I haven’t watched every single Monaco game this season but the few I have watched - including both legs of their Champions League tie against Manchester City - have shown me more than enough.

The Perfect Fit for Liverpool FC |

Considering this is a huge part of whether or not Jurgen Klopp signs someone, Mbappe would be a really positive signing. At 18 years old he’s at the perfect age for Klopp to mentor him and further his already impressive traits while being at an age that perfectly fits FSG’s model of buying talent that will only get better with time. Where he differs positively however is that he’s already started making the step up from a player with potential to a player of proven quality. If Liverpool were to pay the money required - likely 25 million pounds or more - then it would be a huge statement of intent from the owners and the manager while still brining in a player who fits into the club’s current system and policy.

Turning to his on the field qualities and it just gets better and better. Capable of playing both as a striker or out wide - two positions lacking in depth and quality at Liverpool - Mbappe has pace to burn, skill and a superb eye for goal, both scoring them and setting them up for team mates. The 18 year old has 17 goals already this season with a further 5 assists and has averaged a goal every 89 minutes in the Ligue 1 this season - an utterly ridiculous statistic for someone his age. For someone of just 5′10 in height he also comes with a reputation for being strong in aerial challenges when the ball is hit long and won’t shy away from trying to win a header.

Not Faultless But Young Enough to Improve |

As I mentioned above, being just 18 years old would give Jurgen Klopp plenty of time to nurture and mentor Mbappe’s considerable talents and turn him into a truly world class footballer. He has of course got faults and flaws in his game but that’s got to be expected of someone playing his first full season of top level football. Given the opportunity to learn from players like Firmino, Mane and Coutinho and a top class coach like Klopp would see mammoth improvements in his already impressive game.

We already know just how good Klopp is at developing class, young talent so why should Mbappe be any different? With all the raw materials already at his disposal, it’s frightening to think just how good this player could be in a couple of seasons time - especially if given the chance to work with a coach as patient and well versed in developing talent as Jurgen Klopp.

A Statement |

Mbappe would absolutely be a statement signing from Liverpool and most importantly, from Fenway Sports Group. The American owners have reportedly backed Klopp in the transfer windows so far which is fantastic and it’s great to see them softening their hard-ball approach, however, they are in truth yet to make a real statement signing. Sadio Mane has of course been superb and cost a hefty price tag but originally his signature was not met with universal approval across the fan base.

He’ll be costly sure - probably in the 35-40 million pound range - but he fits both the owners and Klopp’s preferred transfer profile perfectly. He’s young, pacy, scores goals, has Champions League experience, plays both up top and on the wing and is the perfect mix of proven talent and potential. If his signature were to be secured it would surely be met with a hugely positive response from the fan base. Of course, I’m aware that we shouldn’t over hype the player or get too excited - look at how much Martial has struggled on the whole since moving from Monaco - but there’s something special about Mbappe and with a manager like Klopp to guide him, I’d take him in a heart beat.

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