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Death of Hawkman #3 (2016)

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by Comic Books Library August 06, 2025
Death of Hawkman #3 (2016)

đŸȘ Death of Hawkman #3 (2016) – Comic Review

📚 Genre

Superhero, Science Fiction, Space Opera, Action-Adventure

🩾‍♂️ Main Characters

  • Hawkman (Katar Hol) – The winged warrior of Thanagar, caught between loyalty and truth.

  • Adam Strange – Earth-born hero of Rann, wielding intellect and a jetpack, forever teleported by Zeta-beam.

  • Despero – A psychic tyrant with sinister motivations and a twisted plan for universal domination.

✍️ Writer

Marc Andreyko – Known for his work on Manhunter and Batwoman, Andreyko delivers a spacefaring drama filled with political intrigue and moral complexity.

🎹 Artist

Aaron Lopresti – With detailed linework and cinematic paneling, Lopresti brings both alien worlds and emotional nuance to life.

🧑‍đŸ’Œ Editor

Paul Kaminski – A seasoned editor from DC Comics, ensuring continuity and pacing remain tight across this limited series.

🏱 Publisher & Brand

DC Comics | DC Universe (Pre-Rebirth Era)

📅 Release Year

2016

🌠 Brief Plot Summary

As tensions escalate between the rival planets Thanagar and Rann, two of the DC Universe’s most iconic space heroes—Hawkman and Adam Strange—find themselves accused of interstellar crimes they didn’t commit. With a bounty on their heads and trust eroding across the cosmos, they must uncover the real architect behind the looming war. The true antagonist? None other than Despero, whose manipulative schemes threaten not only peace but the fate of multiple worlds. As the duo digs deeper, alliances fray and cosmic chaos intensifies.

📖 Notable Arcs or Storylines

  • The Rann-Thanagar Conflict Continues – A spiritual successor to past conflicts, this series revisits themes of loyalty, diplomacy, and the politics of war.

  • Despero’s Resurrection as a Cosmic Puppeteer – Despero is reimagined not just as a brute but as a calculating manipulator orchestrating planetary genocide for personal gain.

🔍 Fan Theories or Interpretations

  • Some fans theorize that Despero’s manipulation of Thanagar and Rann mirrors real-world Cold War tensions—pitting two powers against each other while he thrives in the shadows.

  • A growing belief in the fandom suggests that Hawkman’s apparent “death” may tie into his reincarnation cycle, hinting at a future resurrection with deeper cosmic insight.

📝 Review Summary

Death of Hawkman #3 combines thrilling space opera with grounded character drama. Andreyko’s writing delivers taut dialogue and compelling plot twists, while Lopresti’s art masterfully conveys both explosive action and quiet tension. Hawkman’s internal struggle and Adam Strange’s desperation are palpable, giving readers emotional stakes beyond the cosmic spectacle. The backdrop of planetary war and the mystery behind Despero’s schemes elevate the narrative into a high-stakes tale of betrayal and resistance. ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

đŸ’„ This issue is a must-read for fans of cosmic DC storytelling, interplanetary conflict, and morally conflicted heroes on the run.


Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Death of Hawkman #3 (2016)
Language : English