The Six Million Dollar Man – Fall of Man #3 (2016)
The Six Million Dollar Man – Fall of Man #3 (2016) 🦾💥
📚 Genre
Science Fiction • Action • Espionage • Cyberpunk
👤 Main Characters
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Steve Austin – The titular Six Million Dollar Man, a cybernetically enhanced former astronaut turned government agent.
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OSI Agents – Operatives from the Office of Scientific Intelligence, pursuing Steve under the belief that he’s gone rogue.
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Villainous Forces – Hidden adversaries manipulating the truth and controlling the real threat behind Steve's downfall.
✍️ Writer
Van Jensen – Known for his work on Green Lantern Corps and The Flash, Jensen brings depth and pacing to this thrilling chapter of Steve Austin's saga.
🎨 Artist
Ron Salas – His gritty, fast-paced visual storytelling perfectly matches the series' intense action sequences and techno-thriller tone.
🛠️ Editor
Joseph Rybandt – Ensures the series’ continuity, tone, and pacing remain sharp while maintaining reader immersion.
🏢 Publisher and Brand
Dynamite Entertainment
Branding: Classic TV Reimagined
📅 Release Year
2016
🧠 Brief Plot Summary
In Fall of Man #3, Steve Austin finds himself in a frantic chase across Germany—racing through cities, forests, and mountain roads at over 100 mph. Wrongly accused of betrayal by the very agency that rebuilt him, Austin must evade OSI agents while unraveling a deeper conspiracy. The threat isn't just to his life—but to what makes him human. This issue shifts narrative gears, using dynamic panel layouts and high-octane action to immerse readers in Steve's desperate flight for survival.
🧩 Notable Arcs or Storylines
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Fall of Man – A reimagined and darker arc that diverges from the campy tone of the original TV series, putting a spotlight on identity, autonomy, and cybernetic ethics.
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Man vs. Machine – Ongoing internal conflict as Steve questions if he’s still human or merely a tool created by OSI.
🔍 Fan Theories or Interpretations
Fans speculate that the OSI may have embedded failsafes or hidden protocols in Steve's bionics—potentially activating them without his consent. Others theorize the entire “traitor” narrative is a ploy by a rogue faction within OSI to control or eliminate Steve due to his growing independence.
📝 Review Summary
This issue stands out with its breakneck pacing and unique visual layout, capturing the chaos of a man running from the system that created him. Ron Salas’ artwork is kinetic and raw, enhancing the adrenaline-fueled sequences. Van Jensen’s script balances action with introspection, giving Steve Austin emotional weight beyond his metal parts. A gripping entry that deepens the mythos of the character while questioning the cost of technological enhancement. 🚀📖
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