Great Lakes Avengers #2 (2016) – Comic Overview & Review
📚 Genre
Superhero, Comedy, Satire
🦸 Main Characters
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Flatman – The makeshift leader of the group, struggling with authority and direction.
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Doorman – A teleporting gateway who’s more confident in his powers than leadership.
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Big Bertha – A fashion model with size-shifting abilities and a no-nonsense attitude.
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Good Boy – A newcomer with a werewolf-like transformation, full of bite and rebellion.
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Mr. Immortal – The former team leader, currently missing… and buried alive!
✍️ Writer
Zac Gorman – Known for his humorous and offbeat storytelling, Gorman brings irreverence and charm to the GLA misfits.
🎨 Artist
Will Robson – Blends exaggerated character designs with kinetic energy that captures the chaotic spirit of the story.
📝 Editor Details
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Editor: Wil Moss
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Assistant Editor: Chris Robinson
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Their editorial leadership ensures the quirky tone remains consistent with the series’ legacy while keeping it fresh for new readers.
🏢 Publisher and Brand
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Publisher: Marvel Comics
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Brand: Marvel NOW! (2016 initiative focused on reinvigorating character line-ups and series tone)
📅 Release Year
2016
📖 Brief Plot Summary
In Great Lakes Avengers #2, the dysfunctional superhero squad regroups in Detroit under Flatman’s shaky leadership while their former head, Mr. Immortal, remains inconveniently buried and out of commission. Things spiral fast when a clash with over-the-top supervillain neighbors lands the team behind bars. The comic pokes fun at superhero tropes while exploring how a group of B-list (or Z-list?) heroes struggle for legitimacy in a world packed with better-known capes.
🌀 Notable Arcs or Storylines
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"New Headquarters, Same Old Trouble": The beginning of the team’s attempt to go legit in Detroit.
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Flatman’s Leadership Crisis: An internal arc showing how the team copes (or doesn’t) with his leadership style.
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The Mystery of Mr. Immortal: Though mostly absent, his situation casts a comedic and morbid shadow over the team’s efforts.
🧠 Fan Theories or Interpretations
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Flatman as a Meta-commentary: Fans often interpret Flatman's struggles as a humorous reflection of the challenges faced by C-list heroes in a market dominated by A-listers like Iron Man or Spider-Man.
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Doorman and the Afterlife: Some readers speculate Doorman’s powers may have darker implications, potentially linking to other supernatural Marvel entities due to his ability to bridge dimensions.
📝 Review Summary
Great Lakes Avengers #2 continues the team’s chaotic revival with a delightful mix of comedy and weirdness. Zac Gorman’s writing delivers tongue-in-cheek humor, while Will Robson’s artwork gives the characters expressive charm that suits their bizarre world. While not your typical action-packed superhero story, this issue shines in character interactions and satirical world-building. The comic never takes itself too seriously—and that’s exactly the point. It's a fun, offbeat ride for readers who love underdog stories with a strong dose of self-awareness. 🦹♀️😂💥
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