Some thoughts about Red Hood and the Outlaws: Rebirth #1

What's the origin of Red Hood?

Jason Todd has always been problematic but now he thinks he can create a better direction for his life and there's no better way but start taking on missions that not even Batman will.

Here we go again. Scott Lobdell certainly has a history with the character of Jason Todd since the beginning of the New 52 and despite that the writer's execution might be kinda uneven at times, he has done a solid work with Red Hood. So, how does this issue fare.

Pretty well actually.

I mean, some of the usual problems from Lobdell's writing are still present like the overwritten narration that says more than it should but aside from that, I thought this was a pretty successful beginning. Something that I can always appreciate about Lobdell's take is how he wants to take Jason beyond simply being the "angry Robin" and actually giving him a more multidimensional characterization and that is certainly present here by giving him an actual reason for his actions.

Another thing I admire is how Lobdell portrays Batman as something more than the usual cold and tough mentor and he actually depicts him as a true father figure for Jason, their dynamic is one of the most enjoyable here, is obvious that both care a lot for each other despite that they might not be able to show it at times.

Dexter Soy is in charge of art duties and his work has improved a lot since the last time I saw it. The scenes are really great looking and dynamic with a pretty strong sense of storytelling. The characters are pretty attractive too.

Surprisingly enjoyable, this might be a promising new beginning.