In Rogue and Gambit #4 by Marvel Comics, the duo’s communication, and marital problems reach a critical point when Rogue accepts a mission from her adoptive mother, Destiny. Discover the repercussions of this thrilling issue!
ROGUE AND GAMBIT #4 (OF 5)
Writer: Stephanie Phillips
Artist: Carlos Gomez
Colorist: David Curiel
Letterer: VC’s Ariana Maher
Editor: Sarah Brunstad and Mark Basso
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Cover Price: $3.99
Release Date: June 14th, 2023
Previously in Rogue and Gambit: Rogue and Gambit embarked on a mission to bring Manifold back to Krakoa but got caught up in a scheme involving the sale of powered individuals. Although they disrupted the sale and saved Lady Deathstrike, Manifold was captured and implanted with a mind-control chip. After dealing with marriage troubles, Gambit lets Rogue handle the mission alone. While facing mind-controlled supervillains, Rogue accidentally killed Vanisher while removing his mind-control chip.
Rogue and Gambit #4 open with Rogue unsure of her next move. She realizes she can’t bring herself to kill the mind-controlled villains. This leads her to confront the Power Broker, the mastermind behind the mind-control devices. During the confrontation, Juggernaut attacks Rogue and places a mind-control device on her. In the nick of time, Gambit appears and manages to destroy the machine. Unfortunately, the Power Broker still gains control of Rogue’s powers and body. Despite this, Rogue’s brain and mouth still work, and she argues with Gambit about their emotional distance. Gambit refuses to harm Rogue, and she encourages him to flee, as removing the device would result in her death. Instead, Gambit sets off to retrieve the Power Broker’s remote, while Rogue absorbs the powers of some of the supervillains. However, with all that power, Rogue loses control and charges after both Gambit and the Power Broker.
As a married man, I connect to Rogue and Gambit #4, particularly in understanding what it means to be emotionally unavailable. I’m intrigued to see how they navigate this dialogue and address their relationship dynamics. While I appreciate the character development, I struggle to fully engage with the mind-control plotline. Personally, I find it challenging to understand and relate to mind control as a storytelling device, as it often seems to pit hero against hero. While many people enjoy that kind of conflict, such as seeing Superman fight Batman, I have a different perspective. I prefer storylines where heroes face off against villains or grapple with societal issues. Hero versus hero conflicts doesn’t capture my interest as much.
The artwork in this issue deserves praise. The dynamic poses of the characters during the fight scenes are particularly impressive, showcasing the creative team’s talent. Despite my struggles with the plot, I must commend their excellent work in the visual aspect of the comic.
I remain invested in the character development of Rogue and Gambit, but I struggle with the overall storyline. The narrative structure has been somewhat lost on me since previous issues, including Destiny’s interference in issue #1, the brief battle with Black Panther, and Gambit’s impulsive actions. Nevertheless, I continue reading because I’m eager to see how Rogue and Gambit resolve their personal issues. With that in mind, I rate Rogue and Gambit #4 with 3.5 out of 5 stars.
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Rogue and Gambit #4
Rogue and Gambit #5 deliver engaging character development, but unfortunately, the plot doesn't quite hit the mark for my personal tastes.
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Christopher Rondeau is a storyteller based in Tulsa, OK. Finding himself with little work, he ended up creating a job as a Game Master full time on the internet. Chris spends most of his days reading everything he can, writing bad fiction, and watching old Digimon cartoons with his daughter. Sometimes you can find him Dungeon Mastering a podcast or streaming on twitch. Recently, he has completed his Master's degree with a focus on collaborative storytelling. Find out more at https://rondeaucreator.com