Sparta U.S.A. #3

Written by David Lapham
Art by Johnny Timmons

Lapham's post-Apocalyptic football saga is becoming better with every issue, and it was pretty good from the start.  This month, Godfrey begins to lay the groundwork for his fight with the Maestro, training his army of women, securing new allies, and informing people of life outside of Sparta.

It's becoming clear that the world where this story is set is vastly different from what one would expect from a casual study of the way the town is portrayed in the first two issues.  Whatever has happened to create these conditions, it was huge.

The thing I like best about this issue is the way in which Lapham has the citizens of Sparta use so many football metaphors in their daily speech.  It really helps to cement the fundamental importance of the sport to this society.  I also like the way in which the story jumps around in time, creating more suspense.

Timmons's artwork continues to impress, and is getting better with each issue.  This is a really unique and interesting title.