Martian Manhunter

ARTISTS

Writers: J. M. DeMatteis, David Lapham
Penciller: Mark Badger
Inker: Mark Badger
Colorist: Mark Badger
Editor: Andrew Helfer

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CHARACTERS & SETTINGS

heroes: Batman, Blue Beetle II, Booster Gold, Martian Manhunter, Mister Miracle
supporting: Doctor Erdel

Setting: 20th-century Colorado, USA

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ISSUE SUMMARY

Cover Description: Martian Manhunter is restrained and attacked on the surface of Mars. (No Booster Gold.)

Brief Synopsis: Martian Manhunter deals with his personal demons on the surface of Mars.

Issue Summary: On Mars, Martian Manhunter continues his struggle against H'Ronmeer. Together they begin to investigate the Martian landscape in search of their shared history.

On Earth, the Justice League International confronts Dr. Erdel. Batman is very concerned about what Erderl has done with Manhunter.

Gradually, Manhunter comes to terms with his past and the death of his race and his family. His acceptance of his past allow the restless spirits of Mars to relax. Finally at peace, he returns to Earth. Reveal Potential Spoilers

Costume Worn: MARK I power-suit

Issue Notes: The events depicted within the Martian Manhunter mini-series occur uninterrupted, with revelations about Martian Manhunter's history. These events are not reflected in the Justice League International series for many months.

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ISSUE ANNOTATIONS

Page 5, panel 5
Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, and Mister Miracle accompany Batman to Colorado in order to interrogate Dr. Erdel about the whereabouts of the missing Martian Manhunter. Booster is unusually solemn on the occasion, perhaps out of concern for his missing teammate.

Page 22, panel 5
Martian Manhunter returns from Mars in his native, angular form. Booster is at first concerned, but soon expresses his joy at Manhunter's return.

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ISSUE REVIEW

Boosterrific Review: As expected, Manhunter emerges better off for his trials, and the reader is somewhat more informed about the Manuhunter's past. This series is certainly not for casual fans, but Manhunter fans should find some value in it.

Boosterrific Rating:

• Currently 2.0/5 Stars.

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