The original Midnight Sons reunite to deal with the vampire threat unleashed in Blood Hunt! But first they must defeat one of their own: Blade! Midnight Sons: Blood Hunt #1 sets up a confrontation between friends in a comic that takes a familiar concept and drops it into Blood Hunt.

The concept of a friend turning and having to be stopped or confronted by their former group isn’t anything new. It’s a plot that has happened over and over, each with their own spin. Midnight Sons: Blood Hunt #1 takes that concept bring the classic group together to figure out what’s going on with Blade who has now lead the world’s vampires in attack.

Written by Bryan Edward Hill, Midnight Sons: Blood Hunt #1 also does another familiar concept as each team member is introduced and we’re teased as to what dynamic they bring to the group. Here we get a core that should be interesting in who’s the most gruff of them all. There’s few smiles as the group oozes a seriousness about everything that you notice the lack of a comedic member. While the comic is entertaining, there’s a “fun” aspect that feels like it’s missing from the dynamic.

The art by German Peralta adds to the serious vibe of it all. With color by Arthur Hesli and lettering by Cory Petit, the comic feels a bit drab. This isn’t a horror vibe, it’s just dark and somewhat depressing. It still works overall, it’s just the comic overall has a dirge vibe about it.

Midnight Sons: Blood Hunt #1 is a fine start. The comic sets things up, gets the group together, and sets them upon their mission. It catches readers up with what’s going on and teases some drama in doubt that Blade is acting on his own. Overall, it does its job. What it’s missing is the fun aspect. There’s no joy to be found in the comic, not even quick pithy dialogue. It’s about as serious as you can get in an action comic.

Story: Bryan Edward Hill Art: German Peralta
Color: Arthur Hesli Letterer: Cory Petit
Story: 7.5 Art: 7.5 Overall: 7.5 Recommendation: Read

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