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So, after seventeen issues this run of Robin comes to a close. This is a huge shame, as this has been a hugely enjoyable series; but, as things are being set up for Batman vs Robin the story isn't quite over here.
This issue sees Robin and his allies racing back to Lazarus Island as they realise that Lord Death Man has tricked them all. And it seems like he's been tricked too, as he trades Damian's stolen heart (that Flatline ripped out early on in the series) to Mother Soul.
Having promised Lord Death Man power in exchange for the heart, she gives him a taste of Lazarus power, transforming him into a hulking monstrosity. Luckily, the teens arrive in time to stop his rampage and take him down (with a particularly brutal final move fro Damian). With the threat apparently dealt with, as they know nothing of Mother Soul's involvement, the teens spend the day partying on the beach together and hanging out as friends before they all set out on their own separate journeys.
In some ways I really liked the ending here. It felt earned. Damian had worked hard to get his new friends, and the bonds that have been formed over the last year and a half feel genuine. I love his relationship with Connor, and his evolving romance with Flatline feels like it's somehow perfect for him (of course Damian would do for a scary goth girl who can kill you without breaking a sweat). I liked that they all got to send some time together at the end, that you get to see their friendships and their bonds. But I'm sad that it's coming to an end.
I want more of this series. And whilst we've got the new series focusing on Damian, and Flatline is on one of the covers indicating she's in it, it doesn't feel like it's going to be the same. Joshua Williamson did a great job at making Damian a skilled fighter, a deadly killer, and a bit of a brat whilst also giving him depth, personality, and made him actually feel like a teen.
I've loved the Robin series, and have enjoyed each and every issue of the book. And whilst it's sad that's its come to a close, I will look back at this series fondly.
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