Metamorpho: The Element Man #1

by Al Ewing

Metamorpho: The Element Man #1

Illustrated by: Steve Lieber

Written by: Al Ewing

Cover art by: Steve Lieber

Release date: December 26th, 2024

DC Comics

*Some spoilers..

To know him is to love him — that fab freak who can change himself into any element in the human body! He’s the one and only Rex Mason, alias Metamorpho… but can even he win out against Cy.C.L.O.P.S., the hairy eyeball of crime that gazes from the top of the pop charts to the lowest depths of evil — and even into the far-off, far-out Ra-Realm? To find out, the Element Man must survive a hand-picked assassin who can match him change for change… and that’s just the first issue! Join us for this covalent bond of friends and foes in the brand new ongoing series from superstar team Al Ewing and Steve Lieber!

Let me tell you, Metamorpho: The Element Man #1 is an absolute blast. Al Ewing and Steve Lieber team up to deliver a perfect mix of fun, nostalgia, and mystery. If you’re into Silver Age-inspired comics, this one’s going to hit you right in the sweet spot.

First off, we’ve got thought bubbles. It’s so refreshing to see those making a comeback in Ewing’s work, not just here but in Thor too. Combine that with the classic intro text, and this feels like stepping back into the golden days of comics.

The story itself is packed with charm and excitement. Metamorpho’s battle against Cy.C.L.O.P.S. (a villain that feels like a mix of absurdity and menace) kicks off what’s shaping up to be an unforgettable series. It’s not just good on the first read—it’s one of those books that gets better when you dive in again. It has the same vibrant energy of the more recent Jimmy Olsen book, and if you liked that, you’ll love this.

This creative team doesn’t miss, and the love they have for the character shines through every panel.

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