Review – Supergirl #3: Too Many Kryptonians
Ray: Comics are dark and gritty these days – not as much as in the 90s, but the stakes are high and the heroes are often forced to make compromises. That's why it's so great to have a book that's so unapologetically, wonderfully silly as Sophie Campbell's Supergirl. With Lesla Lar having invaded Midvale and taken over Supergirl's life, Kara is left to room with Lena Luthor – who is busy trying to win over Streaky. This is a great continuation of Lena's storyarc with her father in the main Superman title, as she tries to carve her own path and develops a deep friendship with Kara. Lesla, meanwhile, sees Supergirl winning over the residents of Midvale even as they don't think she's the genuine article and continues to become more and more unhinged – which leads to her using Black Kryptonite to poison Kara's body and mind, turning her into the nefarious…Satangirl! Impostor to the rescue. Via DC Comics.
Kara's evil alter-ego – which is a little familiar given her time under the Red Lanterns and the Batman Who Laughs, who both corrupted her – proceeds to tear her way through Midvale, pulling off nasty pranks. But as she deteriorates mentally, her body starts breaking down as well, leading Lena to try to save the day. I've got to say, the role of Streaky and 'Tinytano' in this issue has got to be my favorite part. Please, give us all the Super-pets. But I really like just how nuanced Lesla is being written as the villain as well. She's clearly a girl who was denied something she needed and is taking it out on the wrong person – and the end of the issue makes very clear where the true problem lies. This issue is another great one, and it really does wonders for both Kara and her supporting cast. Next issue we're headed for Kandor, and I can't wait to see more of this bizarre candy-coated world.
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