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Synopsis
The final chapter is at hand for Norman Osborn. The freed Avengers face a powered up Osborn and an army of Hand ninjas intent on a major throw down with them. This is the concluding chapter for Brian Michael Bendis’ Osborn arc including revealing the origin of Osborn’s secret powers, the extent of Madame Hydra’s plans, and a final battle including the New Avengers.
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| Overall rating | 3.3 | |
| Art | 3.5 | |
| Covers | 3.5 | |
| Story | 3.0 |
Story 3.0 out of 5
This whole arc felt more like a train bumping along the tracks in fits and starts with no real destination than a powerful locomotive barreling down the tracks. Like a second gasp of air, Osborn winds up for one more at bat, this time using the combined might of HYDRA, AIM, the HAND, and HAMMER, and including a newly revamped Dark Avengers line up. Unfortunately this line up never carried the sinister element of his first go around, nor did the media manipulation ever reach its full potential. It’s a wonder given all the resources at Norman’s hands how the Avengers ever stood a chance.
Art 3.5 out of 5
Acuna keeps on keeping on. The colors and inks are solid especially in the destroyed HAMMER headquarters. There are a lot of heroes in this issue, and he manages this load well. Acuna has proven he can handle whatever assignment he’s given very adeptly whether it’s a solo or a team series.
Cover 3.5 out of 5
Really symbolized that this issue was all about Osborn. Even the Avengers would end up being the supporting cast.
