If you were writing a book, this is the chapter that you would immediately cut out, as it does not actually do or say anything. It serves to remind readers what came to pass and sets the stage for hopefully more exciting events. Admittedly though, it would not be difficult to top this lethargic issue of The Lone Ranger.. The Ranger and Tonto embroiled in a bridge game would do it.

The confirmation of Linda's feelings for Tonto is the only thing that this issue of The Lone Ranger achieves. Where these feelings came from is anybody's guess. I didn't notice anything special between them and I followed the title since its premiere. If anything, it seemed that the Ranger and Linda were falling in love. Perhaps writer Brett Matthews pulled a Monarch, but perhaps this unexpected pairing was his intent all along. He just didn't leave any clues to foreshadow the plot twist in previous issues.

Regardless, Tonto's and Linda's relationship strolls across a backdrop of blasé monotony. The sheriff shows up to warn the Ranger and Tonto. Cavendish says his prayers as he prepares to attack. The fed suppresses the press until he can discern whether or not the Ranger is friend or foe. The plot moves at the speed of treacle.

Nobody throws a punch. Mysteries are not uncovered. Silver does not whinny. Sergio Cariello illustrates nothing interesting. This issue of The Lone Ranger is the most innocuous to date. It should have been posted at Dynamite's home page as a FAQ for free.

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