OUT magazine highlights Bunker, the new member of Teen Titans who just happens to be gay — and flamboyantly so. Teen Titans #3 hits comics shops tomorrow. OUT also has a six page preview and you can find it here. You’ll want to click on the bold “See our exclusive peek here” link in the last paragraph for the preview. I’m sure I’ll have an opinion…
I’m afraid I have to give Bunker’s introduction a C+ at best. Points to Lobdell for not having him shout “I am GAY” but other than that the characterization is weak and unconvincing. We’ll see if / how the character grows, but so far, not inspiring.
Yes, I agree 100% with your comment about Lobdell not having him shout that phrase! That phrase on that cover makes me wince inside still. Lobdell’s characterization & handling hasn’t excited me that much yet either. The writing hasn’t made me pick the comic up to read it a second time. Sigh.
And thanks for commenting!