Comic review: Robots in Disguise ongoing

[i_amtrunks]

Nice to have the Dinobots back (yes, with an "i" now instead of a "y".)

I like the dynamic they have with Ironhide and their brief time with SkyLynx. Their designs are nice, but Swoops overlarge eyes remind of another comic character but I cannot place it. Slag having fire continuously pour from his mouth and horned helmet in alt mode looks stunning.

Story is a setup issue for the next couple of issues, unlike last issue which was a longer self contained story. It does not require reading of past IDW stories, but it would help, especially Autocracy and even some of the near unmentionable Megaton: Origins.

Overall a nice enjoyable read that has a bit of everything, from wit and humour similar to MtMtE issues, action, mystery and a twist! Art is lovely, keep an eye out for the child of Movie Ravage and Beast Machines Cheetor!

[SuspectimusPrime]

Their designs are nice, but Swoops overlarge eyes remind of another comic character but I cannot place it.

My thoughts kept coming back to Swoop's head design as well, it's been quite unsettling. The over large eyes and lanky frame gives him a really off-world feel. At first glance I would have thought that design would better suit a more conniving or treacherous character. In terms of other comic characters, I'm thinking Arthur from The Tick, or even good old Waspinator

[GoktimusPrime]

...or Sailor Moon.

Anyway, I enjoyed the latest ish... things are getting more action packed now and intrigue continues to build.

[i_amtrunks]

There are a lot of sub stories bubbling under the surface that will hopefully be great payoffs when they are revealed. I like the similarities that RiD and Regen have with one another, its a good "same but different" story.

It'd be great to have a spotlight series for the RiD and MtMtE focussing on the NAIL's and Decepticons. A spotlight on Starscream, Swindle or Metalhawk would be a great way to flesh out those characters a litle more.