Sadly, there just isn't much to latch onto beneath all the carnage. This issue reads like a noisy bump along the road to something much more interesting. And given how much the book has struggled with pacing problems over the past year or so, it's frustrating that the writers aren't quicker to dive into this new conflict.
At least the story allows Chad Hardin to strut his stuff. The action-packed script is a great showcase for his dynamic style. Whether it;s Harley smushing the head of a mercenary or Zena rolling over foes like Samus Aran, the action sequences pop with energy and a violent sense of glee. This is definitely one chapter of the series that stands out more for its visuals than its story.