I knooow man! God, how long ago was #25? The fact the story maintained it's lure and above-par suspense is truly a testament to Johns (and Tomasi ofcourse, whose KILLING it with GLC) penmanship.

This was an incredible issue. I should've seen that twist in the end coming ages ago, but I just never though of it really. Black Hand is fucked up in all kinds of ways, and even tho it feels Johns was going over the top with his necrophilia, I still got a chill down my spine. This man is twisted (the bit when he discusses his first kiss...jesus how freaky was that?!)

Superb issue, and what a way to lead us into Blackest Night #1. So hyped.

Also, Mankhe is PERFECT for this book. His art is stellar.

Should be one of the most intreaging story lines in the DC Universe, I've been waiting for this for almost two years now I think. Can't remember how long its been since I've heard about The Darkness Rising, but it's going to be good. Great first issue, reveals a bit about Black Hand and what he is to the Black Lanterns

Intriguing,to say the least.Controversial ending,i'm sure,but off to a good start.This should more than make up for the Final Crisis mess.