This trade contains the companion issues devoted to the age of Ultron. These issues explore events such as how Black Widow and Moon Knight teamed up in San Francisco during the Ultron invasion, how the U.K's magical heroes were scraping by during the Age of Ultron occupation of Britain, as well as a few glimpses into the pocket parallel universe created by the actions of Wolverine. To finish the set (and segue into the Avenger AI storyline), there's a great origin story about Henry Pym, set during the aftermath of the AOU miniseries.
With dozens of writers, artists, inkers, and editors involved in this work, I can't judge the work as a whole. It would not really be fair since these issues are supposed to provide glimpses into the corners of the Marvel Universe left untouched by the AOU mini.
Below is a list of the issues found in this book:
Avengers Assemble 14AU -15AU
Fantastic Four 5AU
Fearless Defenders 4AU
Superior Spider-Man 6AU
Ultron 1AU
Uncanny Avengers 8AU
Wolverine & the X-Men 27AU
Age of Ultron 10AI
The best art is found in the Age of Ultron #10AI and it's a pretty good story about the childhood and early career of Dr. Pym. The Superior Spider-Man was also very well written. Not only that but it left me intrigued to read the rest of that series. (Note to self: add to wish list immediately.)
My least favorite issue takes place in the pocket universe caused by Wolverine murdering Henry Pym before he could create Ultron. That issue is Fearless Defenders #4AU. It involves a character named Hippolyta going to Latveria to fight her father Ares. What is this? Wonder Woman? It's a complete rip-off! I could not stand it.
Other than that, this was a great collection of stories that supplement the AOU miniseries. It was an enjoyable read and required reading for anyone looking to understand the root of the collapse of the Marvel Universe and it's forthcoming reboot later this year.
Worth Consuming
Rating: 9 out of 10 stars.
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