Black Cloak #3: Mysteries Of The Lagoon

Thompson continues to dive deep into the mysterious world that is surrounding Essex in Black Cloak. Thompson starts the issue off strong with having the keen protagonist on the search for more answers surrounding the connection of the Dracona Daggers. During this third chapter, Thompson continues to show Essex’s ability of tracking down information and their fearless drive to uncover what is being hidden. Essex is able to uncover that there may be unforeseen enemies that have everyone in the city in their hands and control. This alienating pressure doesn’t intimidate Essex and continues to push her forward. Thompson is able to use scene placement and dialogue to where there never feels like a dull moment in this issue.

 Carey adds a fun flow of lettering to this issue with Thompson’s words. It’s exciting seeing the alteration of the dialogue during moments when characters are talking through a hologram. 

McClaren continues yet again to deliver in both art and color for this issue. Color used throughout this story adds so much vitality to the presence of this world. From a technological element to a mystical influence color use exemplifies the beautiful and mysterious nature that this dynamic creative team has in their mind. McClaren uses art in such a way that the audience certainly gets to understand a lot from Essex’s perspective while also showcasing the fantastic world around her as she dives into the mysteries ahead of her. For different locations there are different shifts of color for the areas that really add a vibrant dynamic to the world.