'The Sentry is a great character': When Marvel brought back Golden Guardian in the 2018 relaunch

There's a hero that Marvel had never quite cracked - Sentry. An intriguing character often out of sync with the rest of the Marvel Universe, Sentry has struggled to find a permanent home in the canon. However, all that changed with the Marvel Comics 2018 relaunch when Sentry was given his much-deserved solo series.

"The Sentry is a great character": Marvel's 2018 Relaunch

Sentry, the Golden Guardian of Good, took center stage in the 2018 relaunch as Marvel Comics gave the hero his very own series. This marked a new chapter for the character, offering a storyline that showcased both his appeal and challenges, as reported by IGN.

Jeff Lemire, known for his best Marvel work with quieter, character-driven stories such as Moon Knight and All-New Hawkeye, was the ideal choice to take the reins on this project. Under Lemire's direction, the series delved into Sentry's struggle for a more exciting existence, with his sidekicks Sentress and Golden Boy playing crucial roles.

Unveiling a Different Side of the Marvel Universe

Despite the first issue's slow-paced plot, the storyline captivated long-term fans of Sentry. Those familiar with Sentry's journey since the original Paul Jenkins/Jae Lee miniseries saw this as a logical and satisfying continuation of his story. The overall narrative gave a nod to the wistful sense of longing and undercurrent of darkness inherent to Sentry's character.

Kim Jacinto's artwork further enhanced the storytelling. His skill at rendering powerful superhero imagery, coupled with a touch of darkness, complemented the character of Bob Reynolds, aka Sentry. The art style imbued Sentry with a chiseled, deadly quality and added a gritty harshness to the real-world scenes. The color work by Rain Beredo further emphasized the story's dreary and unsettled nature.

With Sentry's own series in the Marvel 2018 relaunch, a fresh dimension was added to the Marvel Universe, finally giving the Golden Guardian a chance to stand in the spotlight.

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