Five Page Preview of IDW Transformers: Shattered Glass #2
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Good bad guys and bad good guys await in tomorrow's release of Transformers: Shattered Glass #2 from IDW Publishing. Sure, you could wait for Hasbro Pulse to deliver this issue when your SG Megatron figure gets dropped off, but did you see the way they packed Blurr's comic? You'll probably want to buy this from somewhere that knows what bags and boards are. IDW has, as usual, provided a five page preview to further tempt you to do just that for an issue they describe as:
(W) Danny Lore (A) Dan Khanna (CA) Alex Milne
Shattered Glass isn't your average Transformers tale... "Shards" is the story of the ongoing battle between the power-hungry Autobot autocrats and the freedom-fighting Decepticon laborers. Join author Danny Lore (James Bond, King in Black: Captain America, Champions) in exploring this fractured alternate universe just before it shatters.
In issue #2, Megatron is the only bot who can stop the three Autobot warlords from acquiring information that could reignite the war, but can he forgive his past mistakes and take up the mantle of Deception leader again
Check out the preview below and be sure to pick this issue up tomorrow at your local comic shop, through a licensed digital comics retailer, or via the Seibertron.com eBay store.
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Posted by Gearslide on September 28th, 2021 @ 10:18am CDT
Posted by Rodimus Prime on September 28th, 2021 @ 4:41pm CDT
Posted by Stormshot_Prime on September 28th, 2021 @ 9:06pm CDT
Rodimus Prime wrote:Is there a reason why Megatron doesn't have the symbol on his chest?
It looks like a pre-war flashback, before the Decepticon faction had even been conceived in this universe.
Posted by Mr.MicroMaster on September 28th, 2021 @ 9:33pm CDT
The new Shattered Glass series from IDW continues to deliver. This delivers an incredibly enjoyable read with splendid art.
The writing for this series continues to be superb. Lore is especially adept at writing incredibly compelling characters. I found Starscream and Megatron to be both intriguing and compelling characters. The conversation between Starscream who sees Megatron as his noble leader and Megatron who sees himself as nothing less than abject failure and a pathetic excuse for a leader comes across as both a fresh and unique take. Said conversation also allows us to explore Megatron’s beings on cybertron and the war on earth. The dynamic between Megatron and Starscream allows Lore to weave a wonderfully captivating narrative.
You can find full credits for Transformers Shattered Glass #2 in our Vector Sigma Database entry for this issue
The art in this issue is done by Daniel Khanna with colors by John-Paul Bove and lettering done by Neil Uyetake. Khanna’s art in this issue is phenomenal for the most part. There are a couple issues that detract from it. The first panel we see of Megatron pre-war, something is off with it and I am not sure if it is drawn differently or if it is the colors or something else, but it just does not jive with the rest of the book. Besides that, the rest of this book features competent and strong art with incredibly emotive faces. You can see the fear and shock on Prowl’s face when Megs picks him up. The great thing about Bove’s coloring is that it seems to work with any artist no matter how varied or similar in style. Uyetake’s lettering is equally well done. Despite a few hiccups the art in this issue is fantastic.
Overall, this book is a home run of which IDW, and the creative team can be proud of. As long as this book keeps up the pace it just may go down as the best transformers book of 2021. This issue is a definite recommend.
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This issue is out today, and you can pick it up at the Seibertron.com eBay store or at your local shop, check here to find the closest shop to you.
Posted by Rodimus Prime on September 29th, 2021 @ 12:02am CDT
Yes, after a 2nd read I figured that as well. The 1st time I rushed through it too fast. And Prowl is green...Stormshot_Prime wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Is there a reason why Megatron doesn't have the symbol on his chest?
It looks like a pre-war flashback, before the Decepticon faction had even been conceived in this universe.
Posted by Stormshot_Prime on September 29th, 2021 @ 7:24am CDT
Rodimus Prime wrote:Yes, after a 2nd read I figured that as well. The 1st time I rushed through it too fast. And Prowl is green...Stormshot_Prime wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Is there a reason why Megatron doesn't have the symbol on his chest?
It looks like a pre-war flashback, before the Decepticon faction had even been conceived in this universe.
Here’s to hoping that we get this Prowl in toy form! I love the colors and the use of Barricade’s mold
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on October 4th, 2021 @ 7:34pm CDT
Posted by ScottyP on October 26th, 2021 @ 2:23pm CDT
(W) Danny Lore (A) Guido Guidi (CA) Fico Ossio
Shattered Glass isn't your average Transformers tale... "Shards" is the story of the ongoing battle between the power-hungry Autobot autocrats and the freedom-fighting Decepticon laborers. Join author Danny Lore (James Bond, King in Black: Captain America, Champions) in exploring this fractured alternate universe just before it shatters.
In issue #3, Starscream seeks out more Decepticons to prevent another war that could destroy Cybertron, but memories of the past haunt every step. As the Autobots close in, Starscream must decide between peace for his planet and his former best friend.
Check out the preview below and be sure to pick this issue up tomorrow at your local comic shop, through a licensed digital comics retailer, or via the Seibertron.com eBay store.
Posted by primalxconvoy on October 26th, 2021 @ 3:33pm CDT
Posted by TOO MUCH ENERGON! on October 26th, 2021 @ 3:47pm CDT
Posted by Mr.MicroMaster on October 27th, 2021 @ 9:06am CDT
This series continues to be a homerun. With new and interesting characterizations and an exciting new take on the Shattered Glass universe. As well as just downright enjoyable art. For me this book continues to be the premier IDW Transformers book.
The story continues at a gradual pace but heats up towards the end. We pick back up with Megs and Starscream in Gold City meeting up with everybody’s favorite decepticon DJ Soundwave to reach out to allies and prepare to wake up Metroplex. We also delve into the past with Jetfire and Starscream and explore their relationship. Unfortunately for Megs and Starscream, Blaster and all his rowdy friends catch up with them. Luckily Starscream manages to escape but only temporarily as Goldbug and his old buddy Jetfire catch up with him.
You can find full credits for Transformers Shattered Glass #3 in our Vector Sigma Database entry for this issue
Danny Lore continues to craft an excellent narrative with incredibly interesting characters. After delving into the relationship between Megs and Starscream last issue, this issue we delve into the relationship between Jetfire and Starscream. The latter of which is clearly the dominant partner trying to convince the other that regardless of where the money comes from for their project, they need to accept it because they are running out of backers. Eventually for them, things come to a boiling point leading to betrayal and questioning of loyalties. Starscream continues to be the highlight of these series.
The art this issue is done by Guido Guidi with colors by John-Paul Bove and letters by Neil Uyetake. John-Paul Bove’s colors and Guido Guidi’s artwork work well together. Guidi’s art is fantastic, the splash page with Metroplex’s unearthed head is beautiful. Bove’s colors as with the rest of the series are excellent. Neil Uyetake’s lettering continues to be competent and well done. The art for this continues to be fun, exciting, and never disappoints.
Overall, this book continues to be great. The art and the story suit each other incredibly well. The overarching story is definitely heating up for the final two issues, and I cannot wait to see how this is going to end.
This issue is out today, and you can pick it up at the Seibertron.com eBay store or at your local shop, check here to find the closest shop to you.
Posted by Stormshot_Prime on October 27th, 2021 @ 9:23pm CDT
Posted by Rodimus Prime on December 25th, 2021 @ 2:15am CST
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on December 27th, 2021 @ 2:48pm CST
Rodimus Prime wrote:Any idea if or when the TPB will be released? I didn't get the toys so I don't have the individual issues, and I would rather get a TPB than buy the single issues.
Last issue came out last week, so I'd have to guess maybe May of next year?
Posted by Razorbeast88 on September 7th, 2022 @ 11:56pm CDT
His characterization reminded me of Two-Face because of the lawful, seemingly cowardous Magnus at the start and the ruthless Magnus at the finish. He also reminded me of Walter White, just a politician instead of a chemist.
Impactor looked to be in Toxitron colors? It was nice to see Drift make an appearance. I thought it was strange that Goldbug and Bumblebee were different characters. I love that this version of Magnus commanded his squad of Wreckers though. Was that T30 Sandstorm in their ranks? I also thought it strange that the Wreckers had conflict with Whirl considering Whirl is supposed to be a Wrecker. The senator Shockwave thing was pretty cool, nice little throwback to earlier idw stuff. And I wasn't sure what the crack about sunstreaker also being cordon was supposed to mean, im aware of the gen Selects figure but not sure how it connects
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 8th, 2022 @ 6:44pm CDT
Bee and Goldbug are the same character, the comic was going between the pre-war era and the modern era, which is why he shows up as both.
Sunstreaker and Cordon are only differentiated by a lightbar and paint work, so it was a crack like if someone said Starscream looked like Thundercracker for instance.
Posted by Razorbeast88 on September 8th, 2022 @ 6:54pm CDT
D-Maximal_Primal wrote:I really enjoyed the Magnus comic, they made him suitably interesting while being a new take on the character but still possessing some components of the original SG Magnus.
Bee and Goldbug are the same character, the comic was going between the pre-war era and the modern era, which is why he shows up as both.
Sunstreaker and Cordon are only differentiated by a lightbar and paint work, so it was a crack like if someone said Starscream looked like Thundercracker for instance.
I haven't read comics of previous versions of SG Magnus so that's cool they changed it up a little
Ah I see, I was able to tell when they switched time periods at the beginning of the comic but clearly I got lost after that haha time for a rereading
Ahhh okay, I guess whirl saying "what is he talking about" threw me off, like if cordon was a previous identity or alter ego or something. That's funny though
Posted by Rodimus Prime on November 5th, 2022 @ 5:16am CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on November 5th, 2022 @ 1:37pm CDT
Rodimus Prime wrote:Does the new series have variant covers like the previous 5 issues did?
I believe they do yes
Posted by Rodimus Prime on November 6th, 2022 @ 1:37am CDT
I'm mainly interested in versions Guido Guidi may have done. His art style is great. I guess ill have to wait until all the figures are released and see what is available.D-Maximal_Primal wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Does the new series have variant covers like the previous 5 issues did?
I believe they do yes
Posted by #1 Signal Lancer fan on February 23rd, 2024 @ 1:25pm CST
I love the Shattered Glass concept and would love to see more of it. Obviously, it would never work as a cartoon series (unless it was like a one-off episode like the planned Animated season 4 episode), but comics seem like the perfect place to explore stuff like that.