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Similarities Between Artemis And Bizzaro's Quest For Meaning

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Artemis is forced to re-connect with an old foe and partner, while Bizzaro is practicing his skills as a hero, something he isn't well known for, and Jason is challenged by his past. Each hero is struggling to deal with their (to have it lightly put) baggage. Scott Lobdell has done a beautiful job writing these characters. Displacement is a common theme between the three, whether displaced from family or society. Even though we're still at the character development stages, the writing keeps you on the edge with every issue. I'll start with each narrative.

Artemis is on her quest to find the Bow of Ra, but she's finding herself back with her friend/foe, and Amazonian sister, Akila. I still question their relationship...I mean, they've got to be more than friends? …show more content…

There is no confirmation of Artemis' sexuality yet, although Akila's love surpasses friendship; "This is about more than us." Although team members can use words to unite each other (e.i. in Trinity's series, Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman say "us", but not like this), Lobdell's choice of expression is really interesting with these two.

"Artemis, my love. You have returned to me. And nothing will keep us apart ever again."

Okay, I've got to voice this, people shouldn't label them as just friends. Artemis surrenders her ego in front of Akila, and thus begin their mission to stand side by side.

Bizzaro's story doesn't fill up many pages, but Lobdell is brilliant with developing his character without the ability to have his thoughts and emotions studied. Bizzaro leads the citizens through Qurac smashing a pathway through mountains. Each action is genuine and has a heroic moment. I appreciate a hero coded with learning disabilities characterized like this, as oppose to earlier versions of

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