Hack/Slash: Entry Wound

By Tim Seeley (Writer & Artist), Mike Norton, Ross Cambell, & Chris Burnham (Additional Art), and Rachelle Rosenberg (Colors)

Some Thoughts Before The Review: I’ve been looking forward to the Hack/Slash: Entry Wound one-shot since I first heard about it. I may not be part of the target audience since I’m a longtime fan, but more Hack/Slash is always a good thing in my book.

The Story: A radio station host gives the rundown on the “Serial Killer Killer” as Cassie and Vlad head to the site of the next holiday slasher appearance. It’s the Candlemas Murderer’s turn to encounter the Hack/Slash team…

What’s Good: As advertised, the Entry Wound one-shot is sure to feel quite welcoming to new readers. It features a nice looking short story that organically gives a rundown on what Hack/Slash is about and shows the team doing what it does best. In addition, the book also gives readers an introductory letter from writer/artist Tim Seeley and a small pin-up gallery that shows the characters interpreted by various artists. All in all, Entry Wound works surprisingly well as a quality package for new readers.

What’s Not So Good: The story told in the one-shot is pretty lightweight and far from memorable. It does what it needs to do, but nothing more. Also, while I realize that the comic is meant for people new to the series, I still wish there was at least something in it for longtime fans.

Conclusion: Hack/Slash: Entry Wound does a good job doing what it is supposed to do. It’s a solid package for people new to the series and should help the series expand its fan base.

Grade: B

-Kyle Posluszny