The Craptacular B-Sides #3 – 2002 concludes Marvel’s wonderfully absurd and satirical mini-series about the most unlikely group of would-be superheroes ever to grace the pages of a comic book. Penned by Brian David-Marshall with artwork from Brett Weldele, this final issue ties up the story of Jughandle the Wonder Lad, Murgatroyd the Friendly Mutant, The Ener-G, and Psion Ray, who are all still fumbling toward superhero stardom — or at least something resembling it.

In this finale, the stakes are low, the tension is mostly personal, and the humour is as sharp as ever. Our misfit team finally gets their shot at a real mission, but not without plenty of in-fighting, misunderstandings, and a few self-inflicted disasters. The Craptacular B-Sides #3 cleverly parodies superhero clichés, pushing its cast to face what truly defines a hero — especially when your powers are average and your self-esteem is even lower. The character arcs come to a surprisingly heartfelt close, giving readers an unexpectedly sincere payoff amid the chaos.

Brett Weldele’s art continues to impress, with a raw, expressive style that complements the series’ irreverent tone. His panels maintain a sense of kinetic energy that mirrors the dysfunctional charm of the story and its oddball protagonists.

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If you’re building the full mini-series or simply love offbeat Marvel titles that dare to poke fun at their own universe, The Craptacular B-Sides #3 is a satisfying and genuinely funny conclusion worth adding to your collection.