Swamp Thing #36 Review

Swamp Thing: Futures End #1 was one of the few Futures End one-shots to read like a natural extension of the main series. It's a treat to dive into Swamp Thing #36 and see Charles Soule building connections to both that issue and the recent Swamp Thing Annual #2. Everything is coming together as Soule builds up the conflict between Swamp Thing and the Machine Kingdom and moves toward what is presumably the climax of his run. It's shaping up to be another memorable storyline.

Jesuz Saiz does a great job of bringing the Machine Kingdom to life. Their clean, elegant, orderly designs clash with the organic power of Swamp Thing and his allies. Saiz brings a great sense of mood and emotion to every page in addition to the impressive level of detail. This series is never better than when Saiz is at the helm.

As the cover suggests, Soule also tackles the long-awaited reunion between Swamp Thing and Abigail Arcane. Here the issue takes on a new level of emotional resonance. Here are two lovers doomed by fate and circumstance to forever remain apart. Soule does a great job of capturing their emotional bond and the sadness that comes from their newfound distance. The blend of fantastical action and mystery with very grounded, human drama gives Swamp Thing its core appeal, and it's something Soule is so frequently able to tap into.

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