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Jesse Schedeen
IGN
“Legion #1 is a solid entry point for the character, but lacks the dark charm of books like X-Men Legacy.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Strong performances
- Excellent world‑building
- Intriguing character dynamics
- Accessible entry point
- Grounded storytelling
- Satisfying narrative conclusion
Points of Contention
- Confusing pacing
- Flat art style
- Lacks dark charm
- Overwhelming plot escalation
- Unresolved questions
Professional Reviews
7 reviews from 3 critics91 Ryan Matsunaga 4 reviews · avg IGN “Legion returns with a strong start and a heap of fascinating new mysteries to unravel.”
Ryan Matsunaga 4 reviews · avg
IGN
“Legion returns with a strong start and a heap of fascinating new mysteries to unravel.”
All 4 Ryan Matsunaga reviews, aggregated above
94
Legion Season 2 Finale
“Chapter 19 is occasionally frustrating but ultimately sticks the landing with one of the most powerful moments yet.”
91
Chapter 9
“Legion returns with a strong start and a heap of fascinating new mysteries to unravel.”
85
Chapter 10
“Legion is as smart, perplexing, and entertaining as ever, even if Chapter 10 feels like preamble for bigger things.”
83
Chapter 11
“Legion continues to find intriguing ways to simultaneously solve mysteries while raising new questions.”
73 Alicia Lutes 2 reviews · avg IGN “Legion is a stylish and subversive trip in its Season 3 premiere, but what’s ahead feels less inventive than before.”
Alicia Lutes 2 reviews · avg
IGN
“Legion is a stylish and subversive trip in its Season 3 premiere, but what’s ahead feels less inventive than before.”
All 2 Alicia Lutes reviews, aggregated above
73
Legion Season 3, Episode 1: "Chapter 20
“Legion is a stylish and subversive trip in its Season 3 premiere, but what’s ahead feels less inventive than before.”
71
Legion Season 3, Episode 8 - Series Finale
“Legion ended how it began: on its own terms, full of creativity, chaos, and some ideas that were too big to tackle.”
