Legends of Tomorrow #3 – Comic Review & Breakdown
Genre
Superhero, Action, Sci-Fi Anthology
Main Characters
- Firestorm
(Ronnie Raymond & Professor Martin Stein)
- Metamorpho
(Rex Mason)
- Metal
Men (Led by Doc Magnus)
- Sugar
& Spike (Private Investigators for the Supernatural)
Writer
- Gerry
Conway (Firestorm)
- Aaron
Lopresti (Metamorpho)
- Len
Wein (Metal Men)
- Keith
Giffen (Sugar & Spike)
Artist
- Eduardo
Pansica (Firestorm)
- Aaron
Lopresti (Metamorpho – also writer)
- Yildiray
Cinar (Metal Men)
- Bilquis
Evely (Sugar & Spike)
Editor Details
- Marie
Javins (Group Editor)
- Paul
Kaminski, Amedeo Turturro (Associate Editors)
Publisher and Brand
DC Comics, under the DC Universe brand
(distinct from imprints like Black Label or The New 52)
Release Year
2016
Brief Plot Summary
Legends of Tomorrow #3 brings together four separate
storylines, continuing the anthology format that delivers fresh takes on
beloved characters. Firestorm struggles with internal conflict and public
perception while attempting to thwart a dangerous nuclear threat. Metamorpho’s
journey into ancient Egyptian secrets intensifies, revealing the truth behind
his transformative curse. The Metal Men continue their battle against
technological foes while grappling with existential identity. Meanwhile, Sugar
and Spike dig deeper into superhero blackmail cases with their signature wit
and unconventional tactics.
Notable Arcs or Storylines
- Firestorm:
Conflict between Ronnie and Professor Stein reaches new heights as nuclear
instability looms.
- Metamorpho:
The ancient artifact known as the Orb of Ra reveals more about Rex Mason’s
transformation and destiny.
- Metal
Men: Doc Magnus’s robots confront their individual fears while dealing
with the threat of Chemo.
- Sugar
& Spike: A humorous case involving magical mishaps and forgotten
superhero misadventures provides both levity and intrigue.
Fan Theories or Interpretations
Some readers speculate that Legends of Tomorrow
served as a testing ground for potential solo revivals, especially for
Metamorpho and the Metal Men. The tone and content of Sugar & Spike's
stories also led fans to interpret the series as a satire of DC’s darker
storytelling era, poking fun at past continuity mistakes while reinforcing the
value of lighter, character-driven stories.
Review Summary
Legends of Tomorrow #3 delivers a rich and diverse storytelling experience, showcasing the versatility of DC’s lesser-used characters. Each tale offers a different tone, from the high-stakes science of Firestorm to the comedic noir of Sugar & Spike. The artwork is consistently strong across all segments, with standouts like Bilquis Evely’s expressive panels and Lopresti’s action-packed visuals. Writers balance character depth and plot progression effectively, making the issue both entertaining and emotionally resonant. This anthology continues to feel like a love letter to long-time DC fans.
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