Punisher War Journal #13
Hunter/Hunter Part 1
Matt Fraction – Writer
Cory Walker – Artist
Synopsis:
The Rhino, having suffered many a defeat recently in the Marvel Universe, has allowed himself to be suckered into an exceptionally small band of criminals planning a bank heist. His task is simple, run thru the bank create both a large distraction and easy access to the loot. No problem for the Rhino, except, an aging Security Guard gets in the way and is cast aside receiving fatal injuries.
This catches the attention of Frank Castle, the Punisher. He effortlessly takes out the petty thieves and prepares to take down the Rhino, once and for all. However, Spider-man, swinging nearby is alerted, thanks to his “Spidey-sense,” and saves the Rhino from the Punisher’s final firepower.
This makes the Punisher none too happy; he’s even more disturbed when Spider-man webs him up to a wall while he disables the beast man without “killing” him. Then suddenly, Kraven the Hunter attacks taking Spider-man by surprise with a tranquilizer dart. As the Punisher watches, Kraven makes off with the unconscious Rhino.
Later, the Rhino awakens in a cage. He finds the Vulture in the cell next to him. “Kraven’s been on the hunt,” the Vulture shares. “For guys like us, all of us.”
The Rhino looks around an finds many other animal-like villains also captures and caged. “I never thought I’d say this, but…” gasps the Rhino, “… I hope to God the Punisher comes and finds me.”
Review:
This story reads more like the Punisher of the Seventies and early Eighties long before he got his “edge.” It’s a little more lighthearted and whimsical. Some may not care for this type of Punisher story, but it suites me just fine; in fact, I prefer it. This was great. I was smiling every page. Matt Fraction has a great handle on the main characters: Punisher, Spider-man, and the Rhino. Good stuff.
The art by Cory Walker fits the story and he illustrates the action well. His pacing is fast and his style is light and energetic. If this wasn’t set more in the Spider-man slanted vision of the universe, it might not get the Punisher himself quite right. But it is, and the reactions he gives Castle are fantastic.
The only character that doesn’t quite feel right is Kraven. He doesn’t look or sound quite like the last time(s) he has appeared. But, I’ll give the creative team the benefit of the doubt for now, as Kraven’s involvement is more a mystery at this point.
Give this a try if you need some fun put back in your comics. It’s a gas.
Rating:
3 out of 5
Hunter/Hunter Part 1
Matt Fraction – Writer
Cory Walker – Artist
Synopsis:
The Rhino, having suffered many a defeat recently in the Marvel Universe, has allowed himself to be suckered into an exceptionally small band of criminals planning a bank heist. His task is simple, run thru the bank create both a large distraction and easy access to the loot. No problem for the Rhino, except, an aging Security Guard gets in the way and is cast aside receiving fatal injuries.
This catches the attention of Frank Castle, the Punisher. He effortlessly takes out the petty thieves and prepares to take down the Rhino, once and for all. However, Spider-man, swinging nearby is alerted, thanks to his “Spidey-sense,” and saves the Rhino from the Punisher’s final firepower.
This makes the Punisher none too happy; he’s even more disturbed when Spider-man webs him up to a wall while he disables the beast man without “killing” him. Then suddenly, Kraven the Hunter attacks taking Spider-man by surprise with a tranquilizer dart. As the Punisher watches, Kraven makes off with the unconscious Rhino.
Later, the Rhino awakens in a cage. He finds the Vulture in the cell next to him. “Kraven’s been on the hunt,” the Vulture shares. “For guys like us, all of us.”
The Rhino looks around an finds many other animal-like villains also captures and caged. “I never thought I’d say this, but…” gasps the Rhino, “… I hope to God the Punisher comes and finds me.”
Review:
This story reads more like the Punisher of the Seventies and early Eighties long before he got his “edge.” It’s a little more lighthearted and whimsical. Some may not care for this type of Punisher story, but it suites me just fine; in fact, I prefer it. This was great. I was smiling every page. Matt Fraction has a great handle on the main characters: Punisher, Spider-man, and the Rhino. Good stuff.
The art by Cory Walker fits the story and he illustrates the action well. His pacing is fast and his style is light and energetic. If this wasn’t set more in the Spider-man slanted vision of the universe, it might not get the Punisher himself quite right. But it is, and the reactions he gives Castle are fantastic.
The only character that doesn’t quite feel right is Kraven. He doesn’t look or sound quite like the last time(s) he has appeared. But, I’ll give the creative team the benefit of the doubt for now, as Kraven’s involvement is more a mystery at this point.
Give this a try if you need some fun put back in your comics. It’s a gas.
Rating:
3 out of 5
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