Review: ‘Blood & Thunder’ #3 is Buddy-Cop Bliss

Credit: Skybound Entertainment

Skybound Entertainment’s Blood & Thunder #3 is an adrenaline-fueled thrill ride that refuses to let up the pace. After setting the stage in the first two issues, Benito Cereno's script goes all-in on action via an extended chase sequence in this issue, with Blood and Thunder racing after Prisoner X through the futuristic, alien city.

Every page is packed with vivid and dynamic visuals courtesy of E.J. Su’s art and Msassyk's colors. The motion is fast-paced and expressive, perfectly capturing the frantic energy of the chase. I particularly enjoyed the panels featuring Blood taking tumbling in pursuit – it's a testament to the series' commitment to showcasing the thrilling stunts and high-octane action, while balancing it with moments of character building. Blood’s commentary as she took bump after bump gives us a glimpse into her determination and need to prove her worth.

The real star of the show, however, continues to be the buddy-cop dynamic between Blood and Thunder. Their playful dialogue and contrasting personalities – Blood being the business-first do-gooder and Thunder preferring the duo stay out of the fray – reminded me of Owen and Axe’s hilarious relationship in Vault's Barbaric series. It's a winning formula that adds heart and humor to the story.

Blood & Thunder #3 is yet another thrilling issue in this series that is quickly becoming one of my favorite new comics of 2025. The series continues to draw me in, and with this issue setting up conflict across an expanded universe, I'm excited to see where things go from here!

Rating: 4.5/5 stars

Credits
Publisher: Skybound Entertainment and Image Comics
Writer: Benito Cereno
Story: Robert Kirkman
Artist: E.J. Su
Colorist: MsassyK
Lettering: Rus Wooton