Adventure Time #10: Chaos at the Cookout
Adventure Time #10 raises the stakes—and the steaks—as Finn and Jake find themselves in the middle of a culinary catastrophe. Published by Oni Press, this issue continues the “Handbook Heroes” saga where our favorite human-and-dog duo are attempting to craft their very own Enchiridion. However, their quest for knowledge is interrupted by the mechanical havoc being caused by a mysterious doppelgänger.
The talented creative team behind this 32-page adventure includes:
- Writers: Nick Winn (“Handbook Heroes”) & Elizabeth Brei (“Lemonhope, Alone”)
- Artists: Corinth Boone & Cleonique Hilsaca
- Colorist: Heather Breckel
- Letterer: Shawn Lee
- Editor: Megan Brown
- Publisher: Oni Press
The story kicks off with Finn and Jake visiting Canyon’s place, where they encounter a retired Billy. This isn’t the giant hero they once knew for “killing demons and saving citizens,” but a version of Billy who is content building a tricycle for his daughter, Ravine. This meeting sets a reflective tone for the issue, balancing the high-energy comedy with a surprisingly deep look at what it means to move on from a life of constant battle.
What to Expect in Adventure Time #10
What readers will discover in Adventure Time #10 is that being a hero isn’t always about the fight. While Finn and Jake are helping Billy in the garage, news reaches them of a “moldy” Robot Finn causing trouble at the Peony Gardens. Hot Dog Princess is hosting a cookout with Kobe beef, and this mechanical intruder has decided to ruin the party by stealing a priceless family spatula.
This spatula isn’t just a kitchen tool; it’s a relic that Hot Dog Princess’s great-granny used in the Hot Dog Brigade. The conflict escalates quickly as the “moldy” Robot Finn is blamed for a series of thefts, including LSP’s record player and Princess Bubblegum’s lemonade. Meanwhile, the real Finn struggles with the fact that people can’t tell him apart from his “eerie” mechanical likeness. This leads to a hilarious yet tense showdown where Finn must clear his name before he is branded “Finn the Thief” forever.
Grieving the Heroic Life
A standout moment in Adventure Time #10 is the conversation between Finn and Billy regarding the decision to stop adventuring. Billy explains that “things change, we changed,” and that he and Canyon had to grieve their former lives to find happiness in their current ones. This emotional weight provides a necessary anchor to the “Handbook Heroes” arc, reminding readers that growth often requires letting go of the past.
In addition to the main story, this issue features the continuation of the “Lemonhope, Alone” backup story. Following his own solitary path, Lemonhope encounters a small, striped candy-dog in the Wailing Willows. The backup captures the surreal, poetic essence of Adventure Time, as Lemonhope muses that “misery might love company… but misery is not meee.” The contrast between the bright, frantic energy of the cookout and the quiet isolation of Lemonhope’s journey makes this issue a well-rounded read.
Furthermore, fans can appreciate the new comics feel through the variety of comic book covers. From Nick Winn’s vibrant Cover A to the “Billy Teal” sketch variant, collectors have plenty of reasons to add this to their long boxes. The artwork by Corinth Boone is particularly impressive, capturing the “crunchy” nature of a retired hero’s knees and the “fat brain” wisdom of Jake the Dog.
In conclusion, Adventure Time #10 is a mathematical entry into the series that balances humor, heart, and high-stakes grilling. Whether you are here for the mystery of the moldy robot or the philosophical wanderings of Lemonhope, this issue delivers. Make sure to grab your copy before the trail of Robot Finn leads into the Fire Kingdom!
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