Morbius #1:Vampire In Brooklyn

Vita Ayala is an amazing writer who comes strong with this first issue. Backed by some solid art work from artist Marcelo Ferreira, we get a strong showing of the Morbius we haven’t seen in awhile: an efficient killer who walks with brooding confidence. Ayala balances the tragedy of his transformation with the deadly nature it bestows perfectly.

All too common we get sulky, sad-sap Morbius in recent years but the homie comes off strong here. The action really shows just how ferocious Morbius truly is when he’s out for blood (pun intended) but also reminds us of what we loved about him back in the 90s. Morbius being the broody type has its appeal but that isn’t all you want from a Morbius comic. You want bloody action, some out-of-the-norm villains and an eerie feel like a super hero horror movie.

Vita Ayala delivers on all fronts and busts this first outing wide open. The reveal that his latest cure attempt has potentially exasperated his condition making him more monster than man, as if that wasn’t already an issue, is great. What makes it even better (or worse if you’re Michael) is being so, so close to a cure only to have it slingshot this hard. Morbius is a bit of a tough sell to anyone unfamiliar and those of us who are probably have a hazy memory of his more recent adventures but vividly remember the Midnight Sons era well. This book recalls that creepy ’90s feel while still fresh and relevant. Like I said Ayala delivers on all fronts so you’d be hard-pressed to find a better debut issue for the Living Vampire.