In the '90's (I believe), Green Arrow met his demise at the hands of a bomb. What was unusual was that this death seemed to stick, at least for a few years. His son, Connor Hawke, then took on the mantle of the Emerald Archer. He had his own set of problems and issues, but also achieved triumphs as a member of the Justice League.

As it almost always seems to happen in such cases (perhaps with the exceptions of Uncle Ben in Spider-Man and the Waynes in Batman), DC Comics decided to bring Oliver Queen back from the dead. To tell the story of Ollie's resurrection, they enlisted the Indie film-maker and comics aficionado, Kevin Smith. He did so, opting for a somewhat B-movie plot. To be honest, it's kind of cheesy.

The thing is, it actually makes sense and is a very enjoyable story to read. It all begins one night, ten years after the death of the Green Arrow. Some criminals are stopped by a blonde man with long, unkempt hair and beard, and wearing rags. As it turns out, that man is Ollie.

Somehow, Oliver is alive again, despite his body being vaporized by a bomb blast. And this is not the only strange and mysterious thing happening in this resurrected hero's life. His memory is faulty, and he has partial amnesia. He can't recall what happened after a certain point in time, years before his death. As we come to learn, there is a reason for this. This reason is the driving force behind the adventure of the story and the Big Bad's plans.

This was an excellent work as a story. The art, however, wasn't exactly outstanding. At times, it was kind of blocky and left a lot to be desired. But one area where it does perform well is in differentiating ages in the reveal during the last third of the tale. The story was also a fun blend of macabre, horror, fantasy, and entertainment. The macabre and horror aspects stem from the fact that the Big Bad was truly an evil, horribly evil, individual.

The only real criticisms are that, as already mentioned, the art wasn't that great. Also, the story felt a bit rushed towards the end. It went from revealing the mystery to the villain's \\"Bwah-ha-ha-ha-ha! I am doing bad things\\" moment rather abruptly. Additionally, the villain's info dump was far clumsier than that of the other characters just before, when unravelling the main mystery.

Despite these criticisms, this was a very good book, with really interesting characters. It also served as a big nostalgia trip to the comics of the past two decades. Moreover, the interactions were highly entertaining, although I will admit that Batman was a bit of a jerk at the time, but a good jerk. :D

Highly Recommended.

Filmmaker Kevin Smith showcases his remarkable writing skills by delving into DC's Green Arrow character in this series.

The character had been dead, but like many in the DC universe—except for Batman's parents—he gets the chance to be resurrected. The way Smith accomplishes this is a delight when reading through "Quiver".

How his family and friends respond to his sudden return, especially his love, Dinah Lance (Black Canary), is also engaging.

There are several scenes in this book that I truly adored. At one moment, Queen is taken to heaven by his old pal, Hal Jordan, who is now the Spectre. Queen hopes to find answers regarding his death and resurrection. While there, we witness former JLAer Zauriel, Mohatmas Gandhi, and Abraham Lincoln conversing with Martin Luther King, Jr. As I read this, it crossed my mind that I would love to eavesdrop on a conversation between Lincoln and King.

The artwork by Phil Hester is excellent. Most of the story is highly dramatic, yet Jason Blood (Etrigan) and Deadman offer some comical relief. This series is highly recommended.

Score: 3.45 out of 5
Grade: 69% (C+) | Decent

Back from the dead, Green Arrow embarks on a journey to seek answers regarding life, death, and his conveniently forgotten past. Here is a more detailed review of Green Arrow Volume 1: Quiver.

The Good:
The opening sequence is excellent, introducing all the characters and quickly bringing back the Green Arrow. What initially seems like a simple explanation of his return becomes rather complicated. It's truly awesome to see Green Arrow team up with some of the Justice League members. The interaction makes you feel as if it's just a group of friends catching up, with the only difference being that one of them has returned from the dead. Batman's callout to Ollie for being a complete rip-off of himself is also quite entertaining. The normal guy with no powers, a tragic past, heaps of money, and fighting for their city - it does sound familiar. Additionally, the call-backs to previous storylines, like Grant Morrison's JLA run, add an extra layer of enjoyment for fans. Kevin Smith's ability to write fun, likable, and interesting characters is praiseworthy. His nonchalant writing style makes it easier to like the characters. Standouts include Mia, Oliver, and Stanley, especially when they are in conversation together, with their quippy moments providing good chuckles. The art in this book has a Saturday morning cartoon feel, which is really enjoyable. Most of the art is great, especially during action sequences when Green Arrow is in full force. There's also an awesome fight with Etrigan. The use of crazy arrows, like the fire extinguisher arrow, adds to the excitement. The book also has a re-readability factor, with big reveals towards the end making you want to flip back and notice all the early hints.

The Bad:
However, there are some drawbacks. The book does suffer from having too much text in certain sections. Kevin Smith sometimes drowns the pages with text, making you feel overwhelmed and discouraged as you read through these parts. The characters tend to ramble on and on, almost making it a chore to read. The story also lacks direction. It's not until over halfway through that you realize where the story is headed, and it can be a bit disappointing. The introduction of a certain level of mysticism that feels very Dr. Strange-esque becomes less interesting. The beginning is great, with genuine and likable characters and an interesting story full of mystery. But as the story progresses and we get all the answers, the reveals become more supernatural and absurd, losing some of the initial charm. There are also some dumb conveniences and gaps in the story that are left unexplained. Connor (Green Arrow Jr.) isn't the most interesting character and lacks real personality. His ability to sense his dad's presence and need for help is rather convenient. Additionally, the mystery villain's ability to knock Ollie out with a single bonk to the head seems rather implausible, considering Ollie is supposed to be at his prime. These dumb coincidences pull you out of the story and make it less believable. Finally, the story lacks a real conclusion. The final showdown and big climactic finale are followed by a rather abrupt "the end". A short epilogue with a quick wrap-up for all the storylines and characters would have been a better and more satisfying conclusion.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, there is definitely a lot to enjoy in Green Arrow Volume 1: Quiver. It's funny, has great action sequences, and some interesting characters. However, the dumb coincidences, odd narrative choices, and inconsistent pacing don't work for everyone. At the end of the day, if you're looking for the definitive Green Arrow story, this may not be it. But for superfans of Green Arrow or fans of Fatman on Batman's writing style, it's still worth a read. Thanks for reading! :)

Leído y poseído en la edición de cinco tomitos de Norma Editorial, que conseguí en pack.

El promedio de los capítulos da claramente tres, pero lo llevo a cuatro. Aunque se trata de una resurrección medio tirada de los pelos e innecesaria, la calidad de los diálogos y el buen uso que hace Smith de la fauna DC son destacables. Esto logra poner este Carcaj por encima de varios comics de superhéroes, tanto actuales como de la época en la que se editó este.

De todos modos, con el Batman de Smith también me ilusioné en el primer tomo y mandó todo al carajo en el segundo. Así que veremos si mantiene el nivel en "El sonido de la violencia" o se tira a chanta en seguida.

Espero que Smith pueda mantener la excelencia en este tomo y no decepcione a los lectores. Además, me gustaría ver más desarrollos interesantes en la trama y en los personajes. Solo el tiempo dirá si este comic será un éxito o no.