This comic created more confusion than ever, but in a wonderful and artistic way. Rooting for the teen idol Gods to overcome this apparent evil, but finding little bits of truth and horror in the speeches that Ananke is preaching to herself. Are the Gods trusting themselves and what they have seen and heard too much, should they be more worried about the consequences of their actions? Is what Ananke doing evil, or for the good of all? Artist Jamie Mckelvie returns, after his hiatus through most of Vol. 3. The style is back to being bright, intense, and beautiful. The light and darkness warring like the Gods themselves. Pops of neon along with vibrant white, contrasted by dull browns and deep black. Each God immersing themselves in particular colours, moods, passing emotion both through words and imagery. This can especially be seen through Laura/Persephone who weilds vines of shining, neon, green in battle, but hides black and white skulls in her eyes. Laura is at war with herself, all bright on the outside, full of darkness on the inside. She is a harbinger of vengeance and death, while also being the Goddess of rebirth. Everything about this volume is ominous. Whether fearing that Ananke's plan would win out in the end, to wondering if her plan working was actually the best outcome. Without a guide, teacher, a judge and moderator, who will ensure these Gods keep their humanity, that they do not threaten those around them? What does the end mean for these Gods? Will they still perish after two years? What can possibly be in store for these teen heroes? Another fantastic read, pushing the reader to want more, to ask questions, to seek answers. With dazzling visuals and certain secrets revealed, there was much to chew on in this volume. I cannot wait for Vol. 5. Like Amaterasu asks, "What do we do now?"
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