Rocket #1 – 2017 blasts off with a sharp, noir-tinged take on one of Marvel’s most beloved space rogues, delivering a bold new direction for Rocket Raccoon that’s full of grit, wit, and unexpected emotional depth. Written by Al Ewing with artwork from Adam Gorham, this issue repositions Rocket not as the comic relief sidekick, but as a hardened, street-smart antihero navigating the seedy underbelly of a galaxy teeming with betrayal and broken dreams.

Rather than playing into the more cartoonish aspects of the character, this story introduces Rocket as a cynical ex-criminal trying to walk a straighter line — but when an old flame ropes him into a high-stakes heist, he's forced to face the past he can’t quite outrun. The tone is straight out of a cosmic noir, with fast-talking gangsters, double-crosses, and smoky interstellar dives. Think Ocean's Eleven meets Blade Runner, with Rocket holding the smirk and the smoking blaster.

Ewing’s writing is razor-sharp, injecting Rocket with a dry, sardonic voice that’s equal parts tragic and hilarious. His inner monologue gives weight to the wisecracks, and you feel the years of loss and regret hiding beneath the bravado. Meanwhile, Gorham’s art is slick and kinetic — stylised without being over the top, with a moody palette that suits the tone perfectly. The action is fluid, the world-building is detailed, and Rocket himself looks incredible throughout, straddling the line between menace and charm.

This isn’t just a fun ride — it’s a surprisingly nuanced relaunch that reimagines Rocket for readers who want character as much as chaos. It’s also a great jumping-on point for anyone curious about Rocket’s solo adventures beyond the Guardians of the Galaxy ensemble.

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