Genre: Superhero | Writer: Charles Soule | Artist: Javier Pulido | Release Date: 2018
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Collects issues 1-12 of She-Hulk (2014), Attorney Jennifer Walters juggles superhero duties and a chaotic law practice, facing bizarre clients, secret conspiracies, and courtroom battles—including a legal showdown with Daredevil.
Writing:
She-Hulk: The Complete Collection offers a surprisingly fresh, character-driven take on Marvel’s greenest legal powerhouse. Written by Charles Soule—a practicing attorney turned comic scribe—the story smartly integrates courtroom drama into the superhero realm. That real-world experience adds believability to the legal scenes, even if it doesn't always go as deep as it could. Still, Soule’s writing strikes a great balance between superhero antics and procedural law, providing compelling episodic cases while gradually building an overarching mystery around the infamous Blue File.
Jennifer Walters (She-Hulk) is one of Marvel's most unique heroines, and this collection showcases her strengths well. She's capable, emotionally layered, and far from being a Mary Sue. Her moral compass and frustrations are grounded, and her personal and professional struggles make her easy to root for. The supporting cast is just as compelling. Hellcat shines as both a confidante and comedic foil, with genuine chemistry and banter. Angie Huang, Jen’s quirky paralegal, and her pet monkey Hei Hei add both humor and mystique to the ensemble.
Soule also does a nice job sprinkling in Marvel cameos—Matt Murdock, Doctor Doom, Tigra, Giant Man—without distracting from She-Hulk’s journey. The book balances quiet character beats with bursts of action, but readers wanting big-name villain showdowns might be left wanting. Outside of Titania and Volcana, the rogues gallery is fairly tame.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Art Style:
Javier Pulido’s art may divide readers at first glance. With its clean lines and flat perspectives, the style can initially feel like a throwback to Sunday newspaper comics—particularly when the characters' faces are center-framed. But once acclimated, the expressiveness and storytelling economy in his work become strengths. Pulido’s approach enhances the book’s lighter tone without stripping away tension when things get serious.
She-Hulk herself is beautifully animated: towering, powerful, yet emotive in subtle moments. There’s a great visual emphasis on her body language—especially during fights or when anger flares and she bulks up. Hellcat’s vibrant design fits her playful demeanor, while Angie’s stoic presence is offset by the unpredictable Hei Hei.
Colorist Muntsa Vicente brings a punchy palette to the page, adding flair to courtroom scenes and superhero throwdowns alike. The use of light and contrast keeps panels from feeling too flat despite the minimalist linework. The covers across the series are diverse, stylized, and often excellent—each one creatively highlighting the tone or legal elements of the story.
Paneling is mostly functional, though double-page layouts can confuse pacing if you’re not paying attention. That said, action is cleanly choreographed and emotionally resonant, especially during dramatic or physical confrontations.
Rating: 4 out of 5
The Verdict:
In the end, She-Hulk: The Complete Collection is a refreshing legal-superhero hybrid that leans into its quirky tone without losing heart. Jennifer Walters remains one of Marvel’s most consistently compelling leads, backed by a fantastic cast and a unique blend of courtroom intrigue and superpowered stakes. While the art style may take time to warm up to and the villains aren’t marquee-level, the storytelling and characterization shine. She-Hulk: The Complete Collection gets 4 out of 5.
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