Close Menu
  • 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
    HITMAN World of Assassination - Signature Edition

    ‘HITMAN World Of Assassination’ Struggles On Switch 2

    06/16/2025
    One Piece But Why Tho 5

    Fathers of ‘One Piece’: Powerful Bonds, Legacy, and Found Family

    06/13/2025
    Elena Street Fighter 6 But Why Tho

    Elena Brings Style And Versatility To ‘Street Fighter 6’

    06/06/2025
    Lune and Sciel from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

    Lune, Sciel, And The Romance Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Fails To Realize

    06/05/2025
    Ana de Armas as Eve Macarro

    Everything To Know About Eve Macarro In ‘Ballerina’

    06/05/2025
  • Star Wars
  • K-Dramas
  • Netflix
  • Switch 2 Games
  • Summer Game Fest
But Why Tho?
Home » DC Comics » REVIEW: ‘Suicide Squad: King Shark,’ Issue #1

REVIEW: ‘Suicide Squad: King Shark,’ Issue #1

QuinnBy Quinn08/10/20213 Mins Read
Suicide Squad King Shark #1
Share
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit WhatsApp Email

Suicide Squad King Shark #1

After being locked up in Belle Reve, Defacer, known for, you guessed it, defacing property, gains the attention of King Shark (aka, Nanaue). However, we learn that for Amanda Waller to keep King Shark imprisoned on land, she made a deal with Nanaue’s father, the God of Sharks, to let him return to the ocean occasionally. But Director Waller has no way of making sure Nanaue returns. That’s where Defacer comes in. If Nanaue doesn’t return, Waller will trigger the bomb in Defacer’s head. But Naunaue’s father has a surprise for the duo. So, at the behest of the God of Sharks, King Shark and Defacer are swept into a mystical tournament for totemic animal spirits. Suicide Squad: King Shark #1 is published by DC Comics, written by Tim Seeley, with art by Scott Kolins, colors by John Kalisz, and letters by Wes Abbott.

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

Given that the comic starts with Defacer, I was concerned that King Shark wouldn’t be the main player in this comic, despite being the titular character. But thankfully, there’s no need to be concerned. While Defacer is definitely an important player, and we learn a decent amount about her from the start, this comic is nevertheless a good introduction to the Suicide Squad’s anthropomorphic shark man.

However, Suicide Squad: King Shark #1 feels a bit like a rocky start. Primarily because the presence of Defacer in Belle Reve is confusing. The comic makes it sound like she was sent to Belle Reve with the rest of the Suicide Squad for vandalism, specifically graffiti. Given the extremes the other well-known inmates have gone to to get stuck in this place, it’s an odd justification. Similarly, it’s never understood why King Shark cares about Defacer. They don’t seem to have a history, so it only adds to the rocky foundation.

While the start of this story is a bit shaky, the artwork is enjoyable. The characters are emotive and add on some fun quips, and you get plenty of entertainment. Kalisz’s colors only enhance the artwork and tones of each panel. Foreboding panels are bathed in reds and purples, especially when Waller is around, and the ocean is a motley of blues. I particularly like the use of hatched shading; it creates a scratchy, rough around the edges look that works well for the characters.

Abbot’s letter work never detracts from the action or overshadows the characters. The letters perfectly capture the characters with King Shark’s jagged speech bubbles, and the way Defacer’s dialogue font gets smaller when she mumbles.

Overall, Suicide Squad: King Shark #1’s start feels a little shaky. It’s hard to imagine Defacer in Belle Reve, and her relationship with King Shark is very unclear. However, the artwork is fun, and the next few issues might just turn all this criticism around on its head. If future issues delve more into the background of King Shark, I’ll definitely be back for more.

Suicide Squad: King Shark #1 is available now wherever comics are sold.

Suicide Squad: King Shark #1
3

TL;DR

Suicide Squad: King Shark #1’s start feels a little shaky. It’s hard to imagine Defacer in Belle Reve, and her relationship with King Shark is very unclear. However, the artwork is fun, and the next few issues might just turn all this criticism around on its head. If future issues delve more into the background of King Shark, I’ll definitely be back for more.

  • Buy Now via ComiXology Affiliate Link

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Email
Previous ArticleREVIEW: ‘Justice League: Last Ride,’ Issue #4
Next Article REVIEW: ‘Pennyworth,’ Issue #1
Quinn

Quinn is an editor and comic and video game writer with a love for Transformers and cyberpunk. As a nonbinary person, Quinn also takes pleasure in evaluating the inclusion of LGBTQ+ persons in media.

Related Posts

Absolute Flash Issue 4

REVIEW: ‘Absolute Flash’ Issue 4

06/18/2025
Krypto The Last Dog of Krypton Issue 1

REVIEW: ‘Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton’ Issue 1

06/18/2025
Superman Unlimited Issue 2

REVIEW: ‘Superman: Unlimited’ Issue 2

06/18/2025
Absolute Batman Issue 9 Cover featuring Bane

REVIEW: ‘Absolute Batman’ Issue 9

06/11/2025
Robin and Batman Jason Todd Issue 1 cover

REVIEW: ‘Robin and Batman: Jason Todd’ Issue 1

06/11/2025
Trinity Daughter of Wonder Woman Issue 1 cover

REVIEW: ‘Trinity: Daughter of Wonder Woman’ Issue 1

06/11/2025
TRENDING POSTS
Taecyeon and Seohyun in The First Night with the Duke Episodes 1-2
8.5
TV

REVIEW: ‘The First Night With The Duke’ Episodes 1-2

By Sarah Musnicky06/12/2025

The bar is set pretty high with The First Night With The Duke Episodes 1-2. While exposition-heavy, it is a delightfully silly watch.

Nuestra Magia Secret Lair Set Art News

The Nuestra Magia Secret Lair Drop Starts Today And It’s Hitting Me Hard

By Kate Sánchez06/16/2025Updated:06/16/2025

The Nuestra Magia Secret Lair Drop is open for orders now, and they support NALAC. To be honest it couldn’t have come at a better time.

Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Remastered promotional art from Bandai Namco
6.0
PC

REVIEW: ‘Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Remastered’

By Matthew Glenn06/14/2025

Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Remastered is runs on nostalgia and great Gundam piloting, but there is more left to be desired.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Alfie Williams in 28 Years Later
8.5
Film

REVIEW: ’28 Years Later’ Is How Franchises Should Return

By Kate Sánchez06/18/2025Updated:06/18/2025

Director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland reunite for 28 Years Later, delivering tension all the way up to the film’s final minutes.

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