In order to find her missing friend Jinx, Scarlett goes undercover, deep into the belly of Clan Arashikage, to discover the truth. Scarlett #2 sees Scarlett captured and tested in solid second issue.

In the first issue of the series, Scarlett is recruited to infiltrate Clan Arashikage to figure out what’s going on with her missing friend and fellow soldier Jinx. The issue had her fighting her way in by the end surrendering in an attempt to be a part of the group.

Writer Kelly Thompson continues the interesting direction in Scarlett #2 as Scarlett is now captured. While Clan Arashikage accept her and what’s going on with Jinx? It’s an interesting story as Thompson lets things play out slowly. There’s more fights, some interesting details, but overall it makes Scarlett come off like more of a badass.

For those that read the issue, you’ll know what I’m talking about but how Scarlett frees herself is a scene of cringe, holy shit, and showing she’s tough as nails.

All of it is helped by the art of Marco Ferrari. With color by Lee Loughridge and lettering by Rus Wooton, the art is solid and interesting. There’s a sort of glee in how Scarlett is depicted. She has a fight ahead of her but she’s also enjoying it. It’s the expert combatant who’s enjoying the fight in front of them while they still kick ass. It’s very solid and entertaining delivering some badass moments that visually don’t feel like anything seen in G.I. JOE previously (though it’s not like I’ve read every issue).

Scarlett #2 is another solid issue that sets things up further for the mission and delivers action and moments that are memorable. It’s another great expansion of Skybound’s G.I. JOE universe while keeping things tight and focused.

Story: Kelly Thompson Art: Marco Ferrari
Color: Lee Loughridge Letterer: Rus Wooton
Story: 8.25 Art: 8.25 Overall: 8.25 Recommendation: Buy

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