The Brave and the Bold #9

"The Brave and the Bold" #9 is a hit or miss issue. Using the "Megistus" thread from the Challengers of the Unknown "Book of Destiny" arc, this issue covers three team ups throughout DC history. I enjoyed the Metal Men and Dial H For Hero team up because it presented the Metal Men with their traditional look. I've been reading the "Metal Men" miniseries but have to admit that I prefer George Perez's "old school" Metal Men over their look in the miniseries. It was nice to see the throwback to "Dial H for Hero" as well. I remember reading the Dial H adventures in the early 80s, back when readers would send in suggestions that were incorporated into the heros. The Blackhawk and Boy Commandos team up was somewhat bland and didn't add much to the story. I really enjoyed the final team up of Hawkman and the Ryan Choi Atom. Writer Mark Waid captured both characters well and provided a fun little adventure for them.

"The Brave and the Bold" continues to be a fun read that satisfies.