by xarielx » September 6th, 2013, 11:36 pm
A fantastic issue Northern! A very well executed twist, it felt true to the story, and having a number of references to what transpired in previous issues only strengthens the revelation. While I agree that the android Justice Woman and Gallant Girl exist in their own right, and presents an intriguing debate, whether or not something that acts as real as the real thing should be given the same respect and treatment, it's paradoxical to assume that they can exist alongside the authentic versions. The originals, who have in terms of character development, been stunted and left behind in terms of the overall plot, like it's hinted, aren't fully themselves. Would this be a case where the duplicates are more authentic than the original? Plastique in contrast to her comrades continues to develop into an deeply interesting character in her own right, while she brings her friend back from seemingly mindless dolldom, she has no qualms about keeping her own doll, Anna, under lock and key, and uses her almost as one would expect a butler, mentally noting that Anna "takes care of business" so to speak, while Plastique isn't in her home. This kind of duality, again evidenced by her shift into her Prime persona once aroused, is jarring but highly charged, and again in contrast to the lack of emotional change by the absent Justice and Gallant, Plastique exhibits a wide range of character, from caregiver, and protector to an unstable dominatrix. This issue is perhaps my favourite of yours so far, your artwork once again is better than ever, the length and breadth covered in each issue is in a word, unrivalled, where seemingly three or four issues interweave with one another, bringing Miss Tricks and this current issue together for example, and in short, accolades aren't enough to the work you and Uzo have put into this piece. Thank you!