Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton #3
Christian Laspada
Recap
Krypto, the last dog of Krypton, has seen some of the worst of what Earth can offer — and escaped it with his life. And yet, he still hasn't given up hope. Alone, Krypto wanders through a forest in the depths of winter, until one day, he encounters a young girl who is also lost. At least they can be lost together. But humans aren't as equipped to survive in the wilderness as dogs are, and there will come a point when this girl can walk no more... and a strange visitor from another world will be her only hope.
Review
The summer of Superman continues with a brand-new mini-series focused on Superman’s best friend, Krypto! Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton #3 continues the story of the last days on Krypton through the eyes of Superman’s four-legged friend. After crashing on Earth, Krypto finds a new friend in a young Lex Luthor. However, Lex shows his evil side and abuses the poor alien dog. Now lost in the woods in the dead of winter, Krypto must help a lost girl. Is Krypto strong enough to save this dying girl? Find out in this heart-warming issue filled with heartbreak, heroism, and heartwarming moments.
Ryan North has knocked it out of the (dog) park with this series thus far. While the first issue was a delightful and heartwarming comic that brought a fresh perspective to the Superman mythos through the eyes (and paws) of his loyal canine companion, this issue is absolutely heartbreaking. As if Krypto hasn’t gone through enough, now he is lost in the middle of winter. However, North gives us insight into the heroism of the Man of Steel’s best friend as he fights through his own hunger to save a lost girl. There is little to no dialogue in this issue, yet North is able to capture so much emotion in this issue. The writing is so strong and feels exactly like how a dog would see the world. I may be a little biased as I just got a new puppy at home, but this issue really broke my heart. It made me give my dog a hug after reading. This issue brings all the emotions and strikes the perfect balance between lighthearted fun and genuine heroism. The writing is playful yet sincere, offering clear morals, clever humor, and enough action to keep things exciting. It’s a testament to how much character and emotion can be conveyed without the main character speaking any lines.
This book is stunning. Mike Norton and Ian Herring have created a comic that is colorful, bold, and accessible. The art leans into an animated style that suits the tone perfectly, full of energy and charm. The panels are easy to follow, which makes it ideal for younger readers or those new to comics. Each page feels alive, inviting the reader to linger just a little longer. There is little to no dialogue in this issue, so the art really helps convey the emotion and plot of the story. It’s an incredible feat to tell this story mainly through the art. Krypto also just looks adorable, and seeing him go through painful things makes this issue even more heartbreaking.
Final Thoughts
Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton #3 is the perfect issue for fans of Krypto in the new Superman movie. While this issue is darker and heartbreaking, it offers interesting insight and a heartwarming ending. This is a fantastic issue full of heartwarming moments, thoughtful character moments, and incredible art.
Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton #3: Hachi
- Writing - 10/1010/10
- Storyline - 10/1010/10
- Art - 10/1010/10
- Color - 10/1010/10
- Cover Art - 10/1010/10
