If Destruction Be Our Lot #2 Review

If Destruction Be Our Lot #2

Image Comics

Written by Matthew and Mark Elijah Rosenberg

Art by Andy Macdonald

Colors by Francesco Segala

Letters by Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou

The Rundown: Abraham is taken to a dark place as he continues to tell the other robots about his sighting.

Abe finds himself in the back of a vehicle with a group of other robots being taken to parts unknown. He continues to argue with his captors as his fellow robots repeatedly tell him to stop talking about seeing a human. A task the Lincoln robot seems unable to do even as he sees what the authorities are doing to robots who serve no purpose.

After dealing with multiple indignities and a companion who desperately wants him to shut up, the pair find a way to escape from certain destruction. Unfortunately, their escape will lead them directly to the one thing that will put them in the most danger.

The Story: Matthew and Mark Elijah Rosenberg create a dark, thrilling and entertaining story in this issue. I really like the follow up from the first issue and how the story keeps the same energy both in its world building and character interactions. As dark as the story is, there are moments of fun throughout the plot and I really liked the final reveal and what it means for the story going forward.

The Art: Macdonald creates some beautifully detailed and visually exciting art throughout the issue. I really enjoy the visual style of the issue and look forward to seeing more.