" Future State " is a comic book storyline published by DC Comics in January and February 2021, consisting of multiple limited series released in place of DC's regular ongoing series during those months. The event is set in the aftermath of Dark Nights: Death Metal, and takes place in a "possible future" of the DC Universe. All. A few different reveals happen there, but one in particular has me extremely excited because I know the creative team has something cool and interesting cooked up for it. Armed with a new magnetic suit, assisted by her trusty band of Strays, and featuring Catwoman’s new protégé, she must pull off the impossible: a train heist where she steals…the train itself! And if you like this issue, be sure to check out his work in the regular Catwoman title. Its the wait for it cats meow. I'm enjoying Ram V's take on the character so far. All rights reserved. Character. I look forward to seeing how this story ends. Liked Cheshire Cat being introduced in this arc and the cliffhanger was great. ‘The Other Side of the Ring’ review: Documentary about women in pro wrestling breaks norms, ‘Way of X’ #2 introduces major plot points for Krakoa moving forward, ‘Amazing Spider-Man’ #66 is all about the kids, August 2021 Marvel Comics solicitations: ‘Defenders’ launch, Extreme Carnage rages, and more. I found Future State: Catwoman #1 to be rather engaging and exciting. I think my favorite example in the issue of this is the double page spread. Read Full Review, When all is said and done, Future State: Catwoman #1 delivers a cool, enjoyable narrative that ends with a bang that promises a big impact on the Batman corner of the Future Stateslate of comics. It basically acts as an exposition dump, getting all that done quickly so we can get on with it. Normally I prefer them to be a big, audacious, visual statement, but here it’s very decidedly not that. But back to Ram V. A Catwoman train heist is nothing new. Read Future State: Catwoman Comic Online. Future State: Catwoman builds on the events of Vs ongoing Catwoman run and gives us a tantalizing glimpse of a future built on the bones of the present. more. This played out pretty much like the recent Catwoman issues. U.S. Price: $3.99. Selina is perfectly characterized... and the issue itself closes at the most intriguing part, leaving many parts in motion and plenty of places to go. Especially for a Selina that has nothing else left to lose. Digital Find A Store Subscriptions. Catwoman is hellbent on ensuring it never reaches its destination. Future State: Catwoman #2 18-Feb-2021. Because Catwoman is written by Ram V, who has taken over the regular Catwoman title a few months ago and will continue Catwoman in March, I knew what to expect and was looking forward to the Issue. It works for the run overall, because the writer was able to set it up in advance. Maybe it's simply the cold weather and the train, but I was reminded a little of the video game Metro. The artwork and character writing were awesome! Otto Schmidt's fantastic art is worth the price of admission alone, but a few surprise character appearances and a well-paced script from Ram V make this a must read. Ram V's been on fire lately, and this book is not an exception. Ram V's story keeps things moving at a pleasantly brisk pace, and the art is a perfect match for this story. Masked vigilantes have been deemed illegal, and the Magistrate has commandeered a bullet train to take those they’ve captured to a reformation facility-and filled the rest of the train with innocent children! Future State: Catwoman builds on the events of Vs ongoing Catwoman run and gives us a tantalizing glimpse of a future built on the bones of the present. Future State: Catwoman builds on the events of Vs ongoing Catwoman run and gives us a tantalizing glimpse of a future built on the bones of the present. It strikes a difficult line of allowing her to be her own character off in her own corner while also showing how important the wide world of Gotham is to her and her to it. acters and the audiences made it click perfectly start to finish. They feel futuristic but still like a version of themselves. © 2011 - 2021 AIPT, LLC. Read Full Review, Future State: Catwoman is my favorite of all the Future State titles so far. That may sound like a complaint, but it really helped to build the issue so that the action felt important rather than repetitive. The Gotham parts of Future State have been…fine? I know this book was going to be amazing because I have following through Ram V's Catwoman Run, but I was not prepared for the fusion of Ram V and otto Schmidt, it was just amazing. Pretty much everything you'd ever want from a stand alone elseworld comic where regular continuity rules don't apply. EXCLUSIVE Marvel First Look: Marvel's Voices: Pride #1 variant cover, 'Heroes Reborn: Siege Society' #1 has some baffling takes on classic Avengers, 'Action Comics' #1031 review: Phillip Kennedy Johnson's Superman epic, 'Mister Miracle: The Source of Freedom' #1 review, Glenn Head talks his hugely personal graphic memoir 'Chartwell Manor', DC Comics reveals 'The Joker Presents: A Puzzlebox' #1 coming this August, 'Shadowman' #2 blends horror and superhero antics well, 'The Department of Truth' #9 is a prism into a mind-expanding world. Future State: Batman #1. Written by John Ridley, Brandon Thomas, and Paul Jenkins. Art by Nick Derington, Sumit Kumar, and Jackson Herbert. Cover by Ladrönn. Future State: The Flash #1. Written by Brandon Vietti. Read beyond this point at your own risk! Great, cinematic action, simple but strong plot and Otto Schmidt on art makes this a knockout issue. Future State: Catwoman. Gotta get into it, get through it. Read Full Review, Ram V is a recent addition to DC's talent pool, but he's already proving himself to be quite the storyteller. Highly recommend it. This was a very well-written issue. It's a heist done well, which can't be said about Robin Eternal's debut issue from last week, which... yeah, let's forget about it, okay? A cool-looking, fun Catwoman story about a train robbery. And I dont even read Catwoman most times. Catwoman’s got a train to heist. Read Full Review, I do love a well handled dystopia, and this issue sets the scene for that with minimum exposition, little unnecessary context, but maximum intrigue. Future State: Catwoman #1 20-Jan-2021. And the coloring is simply amazing! Warning! Character. There is some truly clever dialogue, and the plot keeps nudging the stakes a little higher every few pages. Schmidt is a fantastic artist, and easily could pull off big spectacular set pieces, but this issue is paced in such a way that he only really gets to cut loose on a few of the pages later in the issue. hemselves. What maybe the real highlight of the issue, though, is on the final page. Why they're not getting off. All. With a dose of pure fun and excitement, Ram V and Otto Schmidt take full advantage of the possibilities offered by the near future setting to put together one of the essential reads of this DC event. Future State: Batman #1. Written by John Ridley, Brandon Thomas, and Paul Jenkins. Art by Nick Derington, Sumit Kumar, and Jackson Herbert. Cover by Ladrönn. Future State: The Flash #1. Written by Brandon Vietti. And that's the setup for the next issue.Bits and Pieces:Future State: Catwoman #1 is a simple clean heist story that's enough in the future to explain the high tech components but not so far that our lack of backstory is a problem. All. Not only does it deliver one of the better depictions of life in Gotham under the Magistrate's rule, but it feels wholly connected to Ram V's regular Catwoman run. It was published on January 19, 2021. Set in a future Gotham City even grimmer than the presents day one, ‘Future State: Catwoman' #1 is a rollicky good, fast-paced, high-octane thrill ride with more surprises than not. Previews. I think he tends to draw women better than men. It's well thought through, beautifully illustrated (oh, the art deco bike, so good), dynamic and surprising. It was pretty good. Date (Newest) Date (Newest) Date (Oldest) Community Consensus. It's a heist done well, which can't be said about Robin Eternal's debut issue from last week, which... yeah, let's forget about it, okay. Kinda like Mad Max: Fury Road, in a way, which had a pretty straight forward script at first glance, BUT the amount of little turns, twists and surprises awaiting both the characters and the audiences made it click perfectly start to finish. Every character used in the Issue has a great design. We're given nothing to spell why the world is the way it is, and this leaves many, myself first of all, so excited to find out what the state of this future might be. Catwoman is hellbent on ensuring it never reaches its destination. by far my favourite future state book along with swamp thing and both were by Ram V at one point Selina talks about batman to Chesire, but Ram V focuses on the story rather than Selina being obsessed with the death of batman, which was a good move. It’s a study in pacing and story structure over spectacle, all while still being stylish, and smartly doing things like giving Selina and her motorcycle plenty of space so the reader can recognize them later. Future State: Catwoman is a comic book series by DC Comics. All. " Future State " is a comic book storyline published by DC Comics in January and February 2021, consisting of multiple limited series released in place of DC's regular ongoing series during those months. The event is set in the aftermath of Dark Nights: Death Metal, and takes place in a "possible future" of the DC Universe. Read Full Review, This is a sleek and kinetic issue, one that picks up with her plan already in motion " a train heist, with a twist " carried forth by the sheer energy found in Schmidt's artwork. The story doesn't presume any familiarity with the characters and the flow of action from panel to panel is truly intense. In addition to our sincere thanks, you can browse AIPT ad-free, gain access to our vibrant Discord community of patrons and staff members, get trade paperbacks sent to your house every month, and a lot more. There are thematic similarities, and the tone fits with what’s happened so far, but there wasn’t really anything in particular that wouldn’t have made sense to someone jumping on here. Read Full Review, Ram V. is not my favorite writer but I have to say that this is a good script. What I wasn't sure about was Otto Schmidt's art. I'm looking forward to Future State #2 and am excited for what else Ram V has in store afterward. Selina is perfectly characterized... and the issue itself closes at the most intriguing part, leaving many parts in motion and plenty of places to go. This is s strong recommend. Hopefully, this means people jump onto the main book in March, because it’s really really good and everyone should be enjoying it! The story may not be the most complex one, but what makes it work are effective plot twists as well as atmosphere built around it. Gotta get into it, get through it. more. Certainly Catwoman's #1 is one of the best books Future State offered us so far. Amazon Kindle Check Availability Check Availability. Read Full Review, How are they going to get everyone off the train with only a few minutes left? This is easily one of my favorite issues of ‘Future State’, if not my actual favorite, and has set me up to enjoy issue #2 even more. Read Full Review, This is easily one of my favorite issues of 'Future State', if not my actual favorite, and has set me up to enjoy issue #2 even more. “There will always be strays.”. Which is exactly what Future State: Catwoman #1 is. The highlight here for me, though, is the restraint throughout the issue. This is a thrilling ride from start to finish. While I'm a fan of both Ram V's writing and Otto Schmidt's art (seriously, his time on Green Arrow was highly underrated), I think Future State: Catwoman is one of the strongest entries in the series to date. Future State: Immortal Wonder Woman takes place in the distant future, and the character design suggests a few dozen millennia worth of mysteries. Wonder Woman design: Joëlle Jones. Spinning out of the finale of Dark Nights: Death Metal, DC Future State will take you on a journey from the near future to the end of time to witness the destinies of heroes like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, the Justice League, the Teen Titans, and so many more. What will change? Read Full Review, Future State may have had potential for some sort of a grand design that failed to materialize. “There will always be strays.” I have been enjoying the current Catwoman run, which was a big reason I wanted It is much stronger than I thought it would be and I enjoyed it very much. And the coloring is simply amazing! Date (Newest) Date (Newest) Date (Oldest) Community Consensus. Future State: Catwoman Chapter (Issue) List. While I enjoy his sketches and commissions, his actual comic art has never quite convinced me. It’s another bad future. Everything about it was amazing. But Selina isn’t the only person aboard who has plans for this train and its most unexpected passenger! You may think you know where everything's going, but then you're hit in the face and realize there's one more extra variable impacting everything. "Catwoman: The Great Train Robbery": Alleytown, Gotham. it was one hell of a train robbery, I was surprised, shocked at every turn. I think the major realization I’ve had reading this issue is that Ram V’s voice for Selina is exactly what I want. Along with Schmidts fantastic artwork this is one of the stronger Future State stories three weeks in. Barnes & Noble NOOK Check Availability Check Availability. Which is exactly what Future State: Catwoman #1 is. Given the right reception, this version of Catwoman could even be worthy of her own series. Read Full Review, Future State Catwoman was a pleasant surprise; a tightly written heist book, the glossy high quality art of a visual masterpiece, One of the best Future State books to date. I love what he's been doing in the regular series. Available Check Availability. Catwoman is hellbent on ensuring it never reaches its destination. Read Full Review, Many of the Future State books feel like prequels to upcoming titles, but this one feels like a smooth continuation. Views: 178,773. It’s a great example of writer and artist working together to tell the story as efficiently and effectively as possible. That's how I feel about this comic as well. well you can't say it wasn't inspired by hunger games, this is one of the many reason I like issue, It is okay to like what you like : ) Didn't hate it, just felt a little underwhelming for me tho. Future State is killing it so far. Consider supporting us and independent comics journalism by becoming a patron today! This issue teases us with so much; Gotham closed, Batman "dead", tyrants calling the shots" we're given a rich vision of the future, coloured perfectly by masterful artists. Apple iBooks Check Availability Check Availability. It was published on January 19, 2021. It made the action hit harder and land better than if it was simply a long action scene, and ultimately served the story better. Future State: Immortal Wonder Woman takes place in the distant future, and the character design suggests a few dozen millennia worth of mysteries. Wonder Woman design: Joëlle Jones. They're going to steal the train, of course. Some have been bad, a couple have been good, but so far my favorites have been the fun ones. Her actual dialogue “sounds” great, but even beyond that, the tone of the series and the specific stories being told are as definitively Selina Kyle as any I’ve seen or read. Read Full Review, A great issue full of twists, turns, and even a few surprises. Selina is perfectly characterized... and the issue itself closes at the most intriguing part, leaving many parts in motion and plenty of places to go. Even more so because Schmidt did the coloring himself. Masked vigilantes have been deemed illegal, and the Magistrate has commandeered a bullet train to take those they’ve captured to a reformation facility-and filled the rest of the train with innocent children! As for the art, I am not sure any artist alive would be as welcome to a series as Otto Schmidt. Read Full Review, Catwoman combines elements of an apocalyptic future and has some clear cyberpunk elements. The art by Otto Schmidt is the best part of the book, however. The glittery darkness of an oppressive Gotham City in the background on a high-speed rail, the first issue of the two-part series definitely has pieces to be something special. Ram V has found a really interesting position for her to be in, and can seemingly sell it in any scenario and with any team at his side. The next issue easily has the chance to be my favorite of Future State with how this one laser targeted my interests. Masked vigilantes have been deemed illegal, and the Magistrate has commandeered a bullet train to take those they’ve captured to a reformation facility-and filled the rest of the train with innocent children! Read Full Review, Regardless of readers pre-existing knowledge, Catwoman #1 offers a perfect introductory point bound to thrill newcomers and die hard fans alike. Future State: Catwoman is a comic book series by DC Comics. Comic Books Ram V and Otto Schmidt excel at creating a tense, pulse-pounding opener that doesn't let up. News Not if we steal it. He can nail down any character’s “look” without being ridiculous, and his acting is as good as anyone else’s. Read Full Review, Future State: Catwoman #1 is engaging right out of the gate. I have been enjoying the current Catwoman run, which was a big reason I wanted to read this issue, and I’m happy that it doesn’t seem to be tied into the narrative being told there. Jonathan Kent enters Future State exuding the type of confidence that only taking over for your dad as the world’s premier superhero can provide. Immortal Wonder Woman design: Jen Bartel. Future State: Immortal Wonder Woman takes place in the distant future, and the character design suggests a few dozen millennia worth of mysteries. Exclusive previews, reviews, and the latest news every week, delivered to your inbox. With the high bar that they set here, I fully expect that the next issue will use the ideas presented here in a clever and entertaining way, but more than that, I am personally very excited to see where it goes. Ram V is pulling ahead of the pack on these Future state issues. A classy futuristic costume seems to fuse a couple of different eras of Catwoman into a single image. Future State: Catwoman #1 is an issue of the series Future State: Catwoman (Volume 1) with a cover date of March, 2021. Still, Ram V and Otto Schmidt take it in an interesting direction that could turn into something starkly appealing if everything comes together in the second issue. But Selina isn’t the only person aboard who has plans for this train and its most unexpected passenger! Even more so because Schmidt did the coloring himself. Issue Sorting. Future State: Catwoman #1 is an issue of the series Future State: Catwoman (Volume 1) with a cover date of March, 2021. That's how I feel about this comic as well. Masked vigilantes have been deemed illegal, and the Magistrate has commandeered a bullet train to take those they’ve captured to a reformation facility-and filled the rest of the train with innocent children! It's a natural progression. The next issue easily has the chance to be my favorite of Future State with how this one laser targeted my interests. Catwoman’s got a train to heist. I can't wait to see the second chapter! Click the button below to get started! Like what we do here at AIPT? 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