Close Menu
  • Login
  • Support Us
  • Newsletter
  • News
  • Features
  • Interviews
  • Reviews
    • Video Games
      • Previews
      • PC
      • PS5
      • Xbox Series X/S
      • Nintendo Switch
      • Xbox One
      • PS4
      • Tabletop
    • Film
    • TV
    • Anime
    • Comics
      • BOOM! Studios
      • Dark Horse Comics
      • DC Comics
      • IDW Publishing
      • Image Comics
      • Indie Comics
      • Marvel Comics
      • Oni-Lion Forge
      • Valiant Comics
      • Vault Comics
  • Podcast
  • More
    • Event Coverage
    • BWT Recommends
    • RSS Feeds
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Support Us
But Why Tho?
RSS Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube
Trending:
  • Features
    Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Co-Op and weapon kit promotional image from Treyarch and Raven Studios

    Sharing Gunsmith Builds in Black Ops 7 Is About To Get Much Easier

    08/19/2025
    EA Sports Madden NFL 26 Head Coach But Why Tho 5

    Dear EA Sports, Why Can’t I Make A Hot Coach?

    08/14/2025
    Blade in Marvel Rivals Season 3.5

    Blade Can Shut Down The Other Team In Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 If You Know How

    08/08/2025
    John Cena and Cody Rhodes during Summerslam 2025

    The SummerSlam 2025 Main Event Was A Fever Dream We All Needed

    08/08/2025
    Street Fighter 6 Sagat

    Sagat Brings Depth And Approachability To ‘Street Fighter 6’

    08/07/2025
  • Indie Games
  • K-Dramas
  • Netflix
  • Apple TV+
But Why Tho?
Home » DC Comics » REVIEW: ‘Justice League: Last Ride,’ Issue #3

REVIEW: ‘Justice League: Last Ride,’ Issue #3

William TuckerBy William Tucker07/13/20215 Mins ReadUpdated:07/14/2021
Justice League Last Ride #3 - But Why Tho
Share
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit WhatsApp Email

Justice League Last Ride #3 - But Why Tho

Justice League: Last Ride #3 is published by DC Comics. Written by Chip Zdarsky with art by Miguel Mendonça. Colours by Enrica Angiolini and the letterer is Andworld Design. Set in the near future, the Justice League is long gone. Dissipated after an Apokolips attack led to the death of many members, the team are no longer on speaking terms. But the group is brought back by the Green Lantern Corps, who has captured Lobo. The Lanterns want the bounty hunter to stand trial, but there are many in the universe that want him dead. Batman has the perfect place to keep him safe: Apokolips. They set off across the galaxy in secret…

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here

In this issue, the League reach the former home of Darkseid, The planet is mysteriously barren of New Gods, and the gas in the atmosphere makes any outside probes from detecting the heroes on the planet’s surface. Batman’s paranoia has him prepared for every eventuality, with defenders back on Earth serving as backup. Sat around a campfire, The Justice League await for a universe of evil to attack.

The plot is slow and methodical, consistent with the two previous issues. The steady way the issue unfolds helps set the anxious tone of Justice League: Last Ride #3. There is nervousness on every page, neither the characters nor the reader ever comfortable. Zdarsky doesn’t use flashbacks in this comic, but there are dream sequences that are reminiscent of the one utilised in #1. It creates a huge mystery. A brilliant aspect of the storytelling in this series is that so much of the history is assumed, told through dialogue instead of actually being shown what happened. This scintillates the imagination and leads to a surprise tards the end of the comic.

There isn’t any fighting, but the set-up of what is sure to be an immense battle is exciting. There are many fun cameos that reveal just how large this universe is, and how many corners of it will be seen in this comic. 

Zdarsky’s character development and dialogue excel yet again. The beauty of his writing means that the reader will happily absorb a scene where the Justice League sit around a campfire on a barren planet with not a hint of violence or superpowers. The respect this team has, and the hurt they went through, is achingly sad. There are some remarks that each other make that sting, only possible when you know each other so much. Batman is superbly written, his tactical brain flawless in its efficiency. But the disappointment in himself and his failings still lingers.

The other character that shines within Justice League: Last Ride #3 is Wonder Woman. Diana has often considered the heart of the Trinity. But when the other two members can’t stand each other, she has to be the mind and the strength as well. A Batman who values strategy over sensitivity and a Superman whose confidence is shattered means that it falls to Diana to be the person that acts as the anchor for all of the team.

The art is superb. There is a scratchy natured to Mendonça’s lines, suggesting textures and details. All of the superheroes are muscular and powerful, without their proportions being overexaggerated. Their body shapes are all varied too, with Flash having a different upper body than Superman or Batman. There are brilliant details that add beauty and depth to the comic. Batman’s cowl and cape hanging by his bed as he sleeps. The way Flash’s body shifts as he yawns and stretches. All of these makes their bodies look authentic. 

The colours are simply stunning. For a planet ravaged by war and death, Angiolini’s colours make Apokolips beautiful. As the sun sets, the sky is blended between blue and orange. The campfire the League sit around has a gorgeous glow, as does the light from the Green Lanterns. Angiolini has a perfect balance within the tones they use. They are neither too dull to be boring or bleak, but also reduced in brightness so as not to be uncomfortable. 

The lettering is very good. Andworld Design rarely uses different word balloons, aside from the Green Lantern communications. This avoids any possible confusion or difficulty reading new fonts. 

Justice League: Last Ride #3 is a beautiful comic. This is a series that shows how different the Justice League can be if a writer removes one thing: spirit. These characters have been through something traumatic, and have been struggling to regain the spark they had between them. But Zdarsky uses a quiet issue such as this to try and rekindle some of the chemistry. Whilst it may lack action, this book has such perfect dialogue it would be a shame for a fight to disrupt that. This has the feel of the calm before the storm, waiting before all hell breaks loose. And not everyone may be here at the end of it.

Justice League: Last Ride #3 is available where comics are sold.

Justice League: Last Ride #3
5

TL;DR

Justice League: Last Ride #3 is a beautiful comic. This is a series that shows how different the Justice League can be if a writer removes one thing: spirit. These characters have been through something traumatic, and have been struggling to regain the spark they had between them.

  • Read Now on ComiXology

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Email
Previous ArticleREVIEW: ‘The Flash 2021 Annual,’ Issue #1
Next Article REVIEW: ‘Batman The Detective,’ Issue #4
William Tucker

William is a screenwriter with a love of comics and movies. Once referred to Wuthering Heights as "the one with the Rabbits."

Related Posts

Absolute Green Lantern Issue 5

REVIEW: ‘Absolute Green Lantern’ Issue 5

08/06/2025
Absolute Superman Issue 10

REVIEW: ‘Absolute Superman’ Issue 10

08/06/2025
Cover of Cheetah and Cheshire Rob the Justice League Issue 1

REVIEW: ‘Cheetah and Cheshire Rob the Justice League’ Issue 1

08/06/2025
Cover art for advanced review of Batman Issue 2

ADVANCED REVIEW: ‘Batman’ Issue 2

08/02/2025
Cover art from Batman Issue 1

ADVANCED REVIEW: ‘Batman’ Issue 1

07/31/2025
Justice League: Dark Tomorrow Special Issue 1

REVIEW: ‘Justice League: Dark Tomorrow Special’ Issue 1

07/30/2025

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here
TRENDING POSTS
Still from Shin Godzilla
8.5
Film

REVIEW: ‘Shin Godzilla’ Is More Relevant Than Ever

By Sarah Musnicky08/16/2025Updated:08/17/2025

It is understandable how Shin Godzilla succeeded at the box office nearly a decade ago. The strength of its story still stands today.

Botanical Bliss Update Palia But Why Tho 5 News

Palia’s New Botanical Bliss Update Brings New Flora, Decorations, And Quest Mechanic

By Matt Donahue08/18/2025Updated:08/18/2025

The Botanical Bliss update adds new event, more plushes, and a host of quality-of-life improvements and more to celebrate 2 years of Palia.

BOOTS Netflix First Look promotional images News

First Look at Coming-of-Age Story BOOTS, Coming to Netflix This October

By But Why Tho?08/17/2025

Netflix is reporting for duty this fall with the new eight-episode series BOOTS, a comedic drama starring Miles Heizer and Vera Farmiga

Nuestra Magia Secret Lair Art Interviews

EXCLUSIVE: How The ‘Nuestra Magia’ Secret Lair Found Its Identity And Raised Over $1M

By Kate Sánchez08/15/2025Updated:08/15/2025

We spoke with Ovidio Cartagena about Magic: The Gathering’s Nuestra Magia Secret Lair drop, its impact, and the real treasure within.

But Why Tho?
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest RSS YouTube Twitch
  • CONTACT US
  • ABOUT US
  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER
  • Review Score Guide
Sometimes we include links to online retail stores. If you click on one and make a purchase we may receive a small contribution.
Written Content is Copyright © 2025 But Why Tho? A Geek Community

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

But Why Tho Logo

Support Us!

We're able to keep making content thanks to readers like YOU!
Support independent media today with
Click Here