Moon Knight (2011-2012) is a 12 issue comic book series written by Brian Michael Bendis, drawn by Alex Maleev, and colors by Matt Wilson or Matthew Hollingsworth.
The series follows Moon Knight attempting to retrieve an Ultron (the most diabolical a.i. in the Marvel universe) head and stop a new west coast crime boss. Many (if not most) Marvel super-heroes operate on the east coast (Spider-Man, Daredevil, Fantastic Four and even the Avengers' Mansion are all located in NYC). It was refreshing to see that crime doesn't limit itself to the north-east, and that heroes stop crime wherever it is.
What also makes the series interesting and fun to read is the character Moon Knight. He is haunted and supported by visions of other super-heroes. The best of the best "aid" him in his mission to keep the streets safe(r). While it at first seems like an affliction, Moon Knight later intimates that he sees these delusions (which he is consciously aware of) as an asset. With no true super powers (except possibly his delusions), he is able to turn their strengthes into his own. He find physical and inner strength from these symbolic heroes.
The writing rounds the characters with believable personalities, while the art creates a dynamic that complements the chaotic events.
I love this series, and if you love Moon Knight, Bendis/Maleev, or crazy super-heroes, you will too.
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