Some thoughts about Future State: Superman of Metropolis #2

Is Superman truly the hero of Metropolis?

Jon Kent is trying to live up to his father's legacy and the best way to prove himself is to fight Brainiac. However, he will have to learn to find his own way.

This tie-in comes to a conclusion and sadly, it still doesn't manage to sell its premise for the most part.

Sean Lewis continues his story about Jon Kent as the main Superman of this era and while the intention is there, the execution itself continues to be lacking. First of all, the narration is overwritten and kinda obnoxious at times, ideas that could have been expressed in just a few lines are extended unnecessarily and there are actually good ideas here, I especially like how the Supermen of different eras challenge Jon, but again, their dialogue is overexpository and made me lose interest almost immediately.

I think the characterization itself is fine for both Jon and Kara. Playing with Jon's insecurities, especially considering that he has to live up to the Superman mantle, seems appropriate and him becoming a hero of the people is sound but I don't think the writing per se allows for a good implementation of such concepts.

John Timms' artwork is pretty good though, really flexible and expressive.

Brandon Easton also follows-up his Mister Miracle segment and again, is still much better than the main segment thanks to the more elegant craft although the plot is nothing to write about. At least it makes what happens in the Worlds of War make more sense. Valentine De Landro's pencils are pretty unique and depict the script perfectly.

Sean Lewis also retuns to his Guardian story and funnily enough, this sells the idea of hero of the people much better than his Superman feature. Still overwritten, but a simple man becoming what Metropolis needs is easier to stomach. Cully Hamner's art remains expressive and precise.

Average for the most part, I guess I can't tolerate heavyhanded writing. I don't want more Scott Snyders or James Tynion IVs.