Kid Slapshot vs Zomboni from Keenspot continues a strange issue #1 saga. Following an immature kid who found a new home on Earth, his misadventures are far from over.
Wait Who?
(Kid) Slapshot is basically a child appropriate Deadpool.
In fact his entire universe is basically a juvenile parody of Marvel Comics. I mean you’ve got an Uatu the Watcher stand-in and a Cable-esque Slapshot knockoff.
Anyway, as the only human on a planet full of monsters, Slapshot got himself equipment to help him survive. But most of the time he beats up monsters who aren’t threatening him. Apparently this kid doesn’t have any parents to teach him morals and ethics. Just a zombie skull in a pickle jar as a best friend. In any case, the Watcher stand-in likes the monsters and doesn’t like Slapshot beating them with his hockey stick. So he gives Slapshot and his zombie friend the means to leave the planet to start anew. Only for their first stop to be Lookie Lou’s house which they destroy because Slapshot doesn’t understand boundaries. So Lou is ready to make Slapshot’s life harder in retaliation.
Kid Slapshot vs. Zomboni: Jump In and Bust A Gut
The creator Troy Dongarra makes each #1 issue feel like a real jumping on point. You understand the general idea of the story without needing to go back to a confusing reading order. Instead they follow a simple premise and stick to it while retaining its continuity.
Kid Slapshot comes off as authentically annoying but not overbearing. Reader’s understand that he’s just a kid without supervision, but much like Lookie Lou they just want his comeuppance. Of course the back-and-forth pettiness between them is what entertains readers the most. Because what’s funnier than two lovable losers? Especially when it looks like they make a little personal progress along the way.
Slapshot shows old rivals pity and kindness to become friends wit them. In the meantime, the fact he’s now more willing to listen to his friend Dillzy’s advice allows for a colorful payoff. Instead of the usual slapstick action, a simple plan pays off with exaggerated hilarious results. It shows off Dongarra’s cartooning with a level of nuanced detail.
Dillzy: Don’t Forget Someone
I should mention that Billy Parker’s colors give just the right contrast to pull of visual gags. Like when a city of monsters literally drops in, the purple city looks out of place with the rest of planet Earth. As well as remind Slapshot and co. that they don’t really fit in there or on Earth either. What with their color schemes.
Kid Slapshot vs. Zomboni Ready When You Are
Whether you’re a newcomer or a follower, Kid Slapshot vs. Zomboni will be a little fun. The simple story and art make character dynamics easy to follow. Especially when you see a bigger joke that I won’t spoil. All of the campiness makes this an unforgettable trip with a final score of 8.5/10.
Frankly, I’m hoping that in development animated series lives up to this comic.
Thanks for coming and as always remember to look between the panels.