Flash Gordon – Kings Cross #2 (2016) – Comic Review
đ Genre
Science Fiction, Action-Adventure, Superhero, Pulp Revival
đ„ Main Characters
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Flash Gordon – The fearless space adventurer known for his bravery and resourcefulness.
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Mandrake the Magician – A stage magician whose illusions often turn into real magic, lending mystical aid to the team.
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The Phantoms – A lineage of masked crimefighters sworn to fight evil, blending stealth, strategy, and tradition.
✍️ Writer
Jeff Parker – Known for blending nostalgia with dynamic storytelling, Parker has a knack for reviving classic characters with modern flair. His previous work includes Future Quest, Aquaman, and Thunderbolts.
đš Artist
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Jesse Hamm – Brings expressive linework and fluid action sequences to life, adding vintage flavor with a modern edge.
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Colorist: Grace Allison – Uses a vibrant palette that complements Hamm’s illustrations, capturing the sci-fi and mystical tone of the series beautifully.
đ Editor Details
While specific editor names for this issue aren’t disclosed publicly, the editorial team at Dynamite Entertainment ensured the issue stayed true to the spirit of classic pulp adventures while innovating for contemporary readers.
đą Publisher
Dynamite Entertainment
đ·️ Brand
Part of Dynamite’s King Features Syndicate Revival Line, which brings classic characters like Flash Gordon, Mandrake, and The Phantom back into a shared universe.
đ Release Year
2016
đ Brief Plot Summary
In Flash Gordon – Kings Cross #2, our trio of legendary heroes—Flash Gordon, Mandrake the Magician, and the Phantoms—find themselves fleeing from a threat that defies explanation. As bizarre and hostile creatures, like ape-bodied spiders, hunt them through unknown dimensions, the heroes must rely on both brawn and brains to uncover the truth behind the interdimensional chaos. The stakes rise as their enemies appear to be both cosmic and conspiratorial, and time is running out to stop a cataclysm that threatens all realms.
đ„ Notable Arcs or Storylines
This issue is part of the Kings Cross mini-series, which serves as a crossover event bringing together classic King Features Syndicate heroes into a single, unified narrative. The arc explores the collision of magic, legacy, and science fiction in a shared multiverse.
đ§ Fan Theories or Interpretations
Some fans speculate that the strange creatures chasing the heroes are manifestations of a collapsed reality or the result of Mandrake’s magic intersecting with alien science. Others believe the storyline hints at a larger, possibly interdimensional villain orchestrating events—one that may unite the heroes’ separate worlds permanently.
đ§ Review Summary
Flash Gordon – Kings Cross #2 is a thrilling mix of pulp nostalgia and modern storytelling. Jeff Parker’s script is sharp, humorous, and full of heart, capturing the personalities of iconic characters with respect and reinvention. Jesse Hamm’s art is sleek yet retro, with Grace Allison’s colors adding vibrancy and tension. The surreal enemies and fast-paced plot keep readers engaged, and the chemistry between the leads is electric ⚡. Fans of classic adventure heroes will find this issue both familiar and refreshingly original.
đ Rating: 8.5/10 – A must-read for fans of legacy comics, sci-fi showdowns, and multiversal chaos.
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