Review: Space Ghost #10
From Dynamite Comics
The big bad reveals himself in Space Ghost #10 from Dynamite Comics.
Deep within the multiverse, a dangerous enemy has been hunting down Space Ghosts across every dimension — his name is Tempus the Time-Master, and now our heroes are his latest victims! Caught between the Time-Master’s unstoppable powers and a deadly prison break by the Council of Doom, can Space Ghost, Jan and Jace survive Tempus’s onslaught long enough to stop his master plan? And what shocking figures from the past are waiting in the wings? Don’t miss the beginning of the epic three-part storyline “The Time-Master’s Revenge!”
Written by David Pepose
Art by Jonathan Lau
Colours by Andrew Dalhouse
Lettering by Taylor Esposito
This issue really feels like a turning point, with Tempus finally stepping out of the shadows and directly confronting Space Ghost. That reveals lands with real impact, kicking things off with a genuine shock and immediately throwing the reader into a chaotic, time-bending conflict.
From there, the story leans heavily into its science-fiction edge, pulling us through warped timestreams and layered realities. It’s a fast-moving, high-concept adventure, but it never loses sight of the stakes. Between Tempus, the looming presence of the Council of Evil, and the hints scattered throughout about both the past and future of Space Ghost and the kids, there’s a real sense that this issue is laying groundwork for something much bigger. It feels like pieces are being moved into place, even if we don’t yet fully understand how they connect.
Tempus himself makes for an imposing and intriguing antagonist. He immediately comes across as someone operating on a completely different level, not just physically but intellectually and temporally. Space Ghost initially seems outclassed in their encounter, which helps sell the threat. But what makes the confrontation engaging is the way Space Ghost adapts—using his environment and thinking on his feet to gain a small but meaningful advantage. That moment where he manages to get one over on Tempus is especially satisfying, not just as a win, but because it genuinely catches Tempus off guard and hints that he may not have everything as under control as he believes.
The supporting cast also gets its due, which helps balance the scale of the story. Jan and Jace aren’t just bystanders—they actively contribute and show growth, managing to make some headway against an enemy who seems almost untouchable. Their involvement reinforces the team dynamic and keeps the emotional core intact amid all the time-travel spectacle.
What’s particularly effective is how the issue handles its bigger mysteries. Tempus clearly has a larger plan involving Space Ghost—possibly multiple versions of him across time—but the details are kept deliberately vague. That ambiguity works in the story’s favour, adding intrigue without slowing down the momentum. You get the sense that everything matters, even if you can’t yet see the full picture.
The ending is where everything really clicks into place. Delivering a triple cliffhanger, it leaves multiple threads hanging at once, each one compelling in its own way. It doesn’t just tease what’s coming next—it makes it feel like this is the moment the entire arc has been building toward, raising both the tension and the anticipation.
Visually, the issue matches that intensity. The artwork is bold and explosive, with vibrant colours and dynamic layouts that bring the time-travel chaos to life. There’s a strong sci-fi aesthetic throughout, from the design of Tempus to the shifting environments, all of which adds to the sense of scale and unpredictability. It’s the kind of issue where the visuals and story are working perfectly in sync, delivering something that feels both exciting and significant.
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