A Disappointing Finale for the Queen in Black Event

The conclusion to Queen in Black has finally arrived, wrapping up the massive crossover event written by Al Ewing. While the series has been full of high stakes and fast pacing, this final issue feels like it hits a wall. Despite Venom bonding with the entire world to fight Knull, the grand scale of the battle quickly shifts into a quiet conversation that feels disconnected from the previous chapters.

Mary Jane takes the spotlight here, offering a unique perspective as a civilian caught in the chaos. Her dialogue is sharp and meaningful, providing a nice contrast to the usual superhero action. It is a refreshing look at how ordinary people react to cosmic threats, yet it feels strange to sideline so many established heroes like the Avengers and Dylan Brock during the final fight. They are present, but they spend most of the time just standing by.

On the visual side, the art team does a fantastic job with the scale. The way the planet is transformed into the shape of Venom’s head is a creative touch, and the clever use of gray tones helps unify the massive cast of characters. The lettering also stands out as it blends the many voices of the collective together across the page.

Ultimately, this finale struggles to balance its ambitious scope with a satisfying ending. After months of intense combat, seeing the story stop so suddenly is frustrating. While it sets the stage for a new era for Symbiotes, it leaves many questions unanswered and fails to make the most of the huge cast it spent so long gathering.