Indy Comic Reviews (Updated Every Saturday)
Novo Vol.4 Waste (Update 09-04-10)
STAR RATING- 4.5
REVIEW- I recently had the opportunity to read a great graphic novel titled Novo Vol.4 Waste. This story is not your average Indy Comic Book story, it has so much thought thrown into that you just won’t find in the main stream. This science fiction novel is definitely a bang for your buck type of book.
**SPOILER ALERT**
The break down… In the title Novo Vol.4 Waste we enter this other world where the people (creatures) basically live inside this huge dome because they are led to believe that the air outside this dome is contaminated. Imagine a dome like in the Simpsons movie but on a much bigger scale. We see Novo running for his life basically and he makes his way outside of the dome proving that the air outside is clean and safe. Prettar however does not want the workers who believe they are working on an air purifier know about this… So like in most movies the bad guy tells the whole story to the good guy. We find out that really what is going on is there was a shortage of resources, so the so called important creatures kill off the unimportant creatures and basically use the unimportant creatures who survived as unknown slave labor to make machinery to dig deeper for water. Novo escapes the grasps of Prettar for just enough time to get to the bar to tell all of the other creatures. The other creatures of course do not believe this tall tale and side with Prettar. Novo then takes Prettars gun and shots at the dome… It does not look to have any damage. All of a sudden CRACK!!! The whole dome collapses the glass kills Prettar and the other creatures find that the air is in fact clean and they are now free. What do they do with their freedom… Go back to the bar and drink some more. Novo however is angry about this and he up and leaves but as he is leaving a huge piece of glass cuts his head clean off! Now that he is dead he is with his mother but we soon find that this is not true, he is actually with this huge creature that seems to be Prettar in another form. We find out from here that section of the planet was destroyed and the creatures in the bar die because Prettar did not report to the important creatures. There is so much more to this book that when you read you will see how complex this story truly is.
Book Information
Prettar, the corrupt and corpulent CEO of OXY RECO, has guarded the secret purpose of his factory from his worker slaves by supplying them with a lot of beer and a little hope. Now the ignorance he has fostered is being threatened by a stranger in the group, Novo.
The hunt is on as Novo knows the secret that will change everything. He struggles to enlighten the dulled masses of downtrodden and drunken workers, while Prettar tries to protect himself from the people he has used for so long. How long will Prettar’s house of lies stand tall?
Credits & Specs:
story & art – MICHAEL S. BRACCO
96 PAGES, BW, $9.99
Recommended for Ages 14+
Ordering Information:
ISBN# 9781934985205
Amazon.com
Spaghetti Kiss
**REVIEWS FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER**
Arthur: The Legend Continues #1
Review- Arthur: The Legend Continues #1 is hands down one of the best books that Indy Comic Book Week has to offer! It features a story that changed me from just a reader into a fan! What really makes this story good is how well it sticks to the dialect and time frame. I expect nothing but greatness of this title and can not wait for future editions and of re-releases into color! SO what are you waiting for?!?! Jump into an issue of Arthur, I promise you wont regret it!
STAR RATING- * * * * *
Written and Illustrated by Martin T. Pierro Cristhian Zamora
Standard Comic (Reg. $3.50)
Black & White
Page Count: 48
POD
Brief Description of the comic:
On an ancient battlefield King Arthur gives his final order – Excalibur is to be returned to the Lady of the Lake. As the last shadows fall on Camelot Arthur is carried off to Avalon where he will wait until his people need him once more. On a post-apocalyptic battlefield a mystical sword appears – is this the return of the once and future king? Can the prophecy finally be fulfilled before all hope is lost? Faith and courage are put to the ultimate test in this self-contained “pilot” issue of “Arthur: The Legend Continues”.
With the world as we know it gone, mankind is on the verge of extinction yet still struggling to find purpose and hope. From the ancient past a glimmer of light shines and a legend returns to claim his throne. Facing challenges never imagined in his time, King Arthur shall rise again and bring the mighty Excalibur to the throats of all who wish to do harm to his people.
You can buy this title at multiple store locations featured on the Cosmic Times Website or you can buy it online at IndyPlanetor through theDCBS
Arthur: The Legend Continues TM and © Martin T. Pierro. All rights reserved
The Horsemen: Book of Olorun
REVIEW- Absolutley Amazing Art Work And Story! This Is A Must Have On Your Shelves! This Is How Indy Comics Should Be, Realistic And Of High Quality. I Personally Can Not Wait To Read More! Discover This Comic For Your Selves… I Am Glad I Did!
STAR RATING- * * * * *
Brief Description of the comic:
The Horsemen returned and seeing that their mission had been perverted, they had set about to free us…whether we wanted them to or not.
But, what if there were others not Orisha, not Deitis, not Human, but something more, a new Race? What side would they choose in the coming war?
And, who truly controls the Eight Immortals but the number seven?
The Horsemen: Book of Olorun costs $4.99 and can be found at these fine comic book stores December 30, 2009:
You Can Pick Up This Title At
4 Color Fantasies
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
http://www.4colorfantasies.com/
Brainstorm Comics
Chicago, IL
http://www.brainstormmcg.com/index.html
Dragon’s Horde
Stone Mountain, GA
http://www.thedragonshorde.com/
G-Mart Comics
Chicago, IL
http://www.g-mart.com/
Graham Cracker Comics
Chicago, IL
http://www.grahamcrackers.com/
Green Brain Comics
Dearborn, MI
http://www.greenbrain.biz/
Keith’s Komix
Schaumburg, IL
http://www.keithskomix.com/
Midtown Comics
New York, NY
http://www.midtowncomics.com/
Things From Another World
Milwaukie, OR
http://www.tfaw.com/
Third Coast Comics
Chicago, IL
http://www.thirdcoastcomics.com/
Or, you can purchase the issue online now at:
IndyPlanet.com
http://www.indyplanet.com/index.php?id=2402
God of Rock
72 Hours Later…Left me wishing I had this comic in print! Ok not 72 hours later, thats just how long it took for this comic to be made!!! Now that, I feel makes it the best comic of Indy Comic Book Week!!! Really how many people have this much talent? Take a look at it, read it, buy it! It just seems that there is no way this was drawn up so fast it is absolutely amazing. Awesome art work and killer story that makes me want to sit down and play some guitar hero! There is just so much to love about this book! My Favorite Scene- “How Did You Get Scratch To Betray Me?… (Anti-Rock Hands Scratch A Bag Of Cash) Wow… I Totally Misjudged That Guy.” I mean seriously check this book out!!!
STAR RATING- * * * *
Brief Description Of Book
ROCK IS DEAD! Or is it? Not if the God of Rock, fresh out of retirement, has anything to say about it. With his trusty ax, his best girl and a few surprising allies on his side, the God of Rock must take on the evil forces of Anti-Rock and make the world safe once again for Rock, Rebellion and all that other stuff your parents really, really hate. Damn kids.
Visit (http://www.stumblebumstudios.com) to find a list of stores carrying God of Rock.
SPY GUY #1
Interesting And Different, A change of pace from the ordinary to a turn to the extraordinary! Very Action Packed With A Strong Story! Watch This Story Unfold Before Your Eyes… FREE PREVIEW Is Available Online At http://www.ultraist.net/
STAR RATING- * * * *
A brief description of SPY GUY #1: Deep in the midst of a police sting operation targeting contraband being smuggled across the United States of America and Canadian boarder, things take a dramatic turn for the worse as the shipment is hijacked by two shadowy villains. Part mystery, part action-adventure, part social commentary, part satire, all fun! Also contains the 16 page essay “The Ultraist Manifesto”.
BW. 40 pages. Cover Price: $2.95
Contact information for our readers to pick up this title: SPY GUY is available to any store that orders from Haven Distributors. Online readers can order it from Midtown Comics or directly from the creator at the Ultraist Online Store.
King Of Pain # 2
Recently I had the opportunity to check out the King Of Pain #2… Let me start off by saying WOW!!! I loved the art work, it was entirely original and with out a doubt as unique as the story! King Of Pain is definitely a book you are going to want to check out if not for the art work alone. Believe me when I say it was mind blowing how cool this comic really is! Everything about it says original! I can’t wait to read more!!!
STAR RATING- * * * *
Written and Illustrated by Nicholas West, Sam Rodriguez, Libby Landvatter, and Chuck Landvatter
Satanic aliens, warrior angels, paraphiliac super-villains, and Kyle Kapowski takes a ride with his old man.
King of Pain- Meet Kyle Kapowski. In a world of superheroes he has no known powers. He spends his days at the dry-cleaners washing the drawers of the elite. A chance encounter with “The Brad Pitt of Supers” begins the lip-splitting, bone-breaking fight of his life. Meet the King of Pain…
In issue #2- Satanic aliens, warrior angels, paraphiliac super-villains, and Kyle Kapowski takes a ride with his old man.
Contact: http://westcritic.blogspot.com
Available for Purchase: http://www.indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=3027 and http://www.indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=3099
King of Pain TM and © Nicholas James West. All rights reserved.
The Unstoppable Force
Review- Very Innovative and filled with lots of imagination and cool historical facts! You will love this comics use of historical figures and the humor behind it all. Beyond everything it is very kid friendly. This is an absolute must read!
STAR RATING- * * * *
Writing: Rob Payne. Illustrations: Taylor Lymbery. Digital Painting: Jordan Taylor.
Standard Comic
Black & White
Page Count: 24
POD
What happens when a living statue of Josef Stalin attacks New York City? Can the Unstoppable Force put him down before they make matters worse? Did Lincoln free the slaves? Find out in THE UNSTOPPABLE FORCE: INDY COMIC BOOK WEEK SPECIAL!
Some of history’s greatest men and women have banded together in the not-too-distant future to fight crime and evil, where ever it may lurk. Abraham Lincoln is MR. PRESIDENT, Nikola Tesla is HUMAN DYNAMO, Joan of Arc is SAINT JOAN, Hannibal Barca is THE CARTHAGINIAN, Miyamoto Musashi is RONIN, and Cleopatra is PHARAOH. Together they are… THE UNSTOPPABLE FORCE!
Unstoppable Force Indy Comic Book Week Special TM and © Rob Payne & Taylor Lymbery.. All rights reserved.
For More Information Go To: www.unstoppablecomic.com and www.grimandthejc.com
Omnitarium
Review- Can you say HANG TIME!!! Awesome book! I love the line art look of the comic and it’s very interesting story. One of my favorite Indy Comics Of Indy Comic Book Week! Go ahead and pick up a copy it is definitely well worth it.
STAR RATING- * * * *
Written and Illustrated by Jamie Gambell, J.C. Grande & Bernie Lee
Standard Comic
Black & White
Page Count: 28 Pages
POD
Arch-villain and murderer, Harrow Moonheart, finally caught and condemned to hang. But will the rope prove enough for the powerful black magician?
Behind the walls of the progressive Victorian prison, Pentansly Gaol, are trapped more than just the guilty and condemned. Who is Harrow Moonheart, and what is the Omnitarium? Some doors should never be opened!
Omnitarium TM and © Jamie Gambell. All rights reserved.
Omnitarium is available for purchase at Indyplanet:
http://www.indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=2964
EX OCCULTUS: BADGE OF LANGAVAT
REVIEW- This is a very strong title that is going to grow into something HUGE! Excellent story and gray scale art! I can’t wait to see how this title develops, we are all witness’s to Indy Comic Book Greatness In THe Making!!!
STAR RATING- * * * * 1/2
The first is a one shot in our EX OCCULTUS series called BADGE OF LANGAVAT. Ex Occultus is a globetrotting, serialized epic combining elements of Indiana Jones, H. P. Lovecraft and The X-Files as it follows the exploits of adventurer and fortune-hunter Francis Wakefield, the gruff and grizzled Englishman with a tortuous past, and his protégé, a young man only known as Hollander, as they journey through the arcane in search of treasures and fortune, righting wrongs as they go. BADGE OF LANGAVAT takes place in 1864 Scotland, and follows Francis Wakefield and fellow occult hunter Fergus Duff as they investigate the disappearance of children from nearby villages. Their hunt leads them to a forgotten castle belonging to a family of undead, cursed werewolves who have nefarious plans for the taken.
Also for fans of the EX OCCULTUS series, every month on our website we post FREE 8 page mini adventures in the universe called “Wakefield’s Journal”. We’ve got 4 stories up there right now. http://whoissaintjames.com/2009/02/22/ex-occultus-wakefields-journal
Get yourself a copy!!! This title is in 30 stores across 9 states. Check here for a listing of stores. http://whoissaintjames.com/how-to-buy
You can also order online at www.tfaw.com
Dusk – One Shot Special
Review- It’s Fun Seductive And Above All Things Awesome! Great Art Work along with a Fantastic Story! I am actually a sucker for all things Occult and this just continues to prove why I love it! Pick Up A Copy And See For Yourselves! Add Dusk To Your Collection!!!
STAR RATING- * * * *
If your local comic store doesn’t have my book on order, they can still order copies from Haven Distributors http://www.havendistro.com/
More about the Dusk One Shot Special -
“Eve’s life is a living hell of her own choosing. She struggles to survive in a dark world of magic and horror, all in an attempt to please her vampire master. Now Eve has crossed a line and and innocents have been harmed. This hasn’t gone unnoticed by a well meaning cabal of occultist that’s mandate is to police the occult world. What will happen when these two forces clash? Is there ever a “winner” in the supernatural underworld of Dusk?”
36 Pages
B&W Interior Pages
Cost $3
Dusk is for sale at the stores listed below
Midtown Comics
46-30 21st Street
Long Island City, NY 11101
Brainstorm Movies, Comics & Gaming
1648 W. North Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
773-384-8721
SOURCE COMICS & GAMES
1601 West Larpenteur Ave
Falcon Heights, MN. 55113
SpazDog Comics
21610 N. 35th Aveunue Suite 162
Phoenix, AZ 85308
Madness Comics and Games
111 E. University Dr. Suite 112
Denton, Texas 76209
phone 940.591.9771
Madness Games & Comics Plano
3131 Custer Road
Suite # 125
Plano TX 75075
972-943-8135
sales(at)madnessgames.com
Keith’s Books and Comics
5400 E. Mockingbird Lane, Suite 120
Dallas 75206
214-827-3060
North Dallas Keith’s Books and Comics
17610 Midway Rd. Suite 136
Dallas 75287
972-735-8333
More Fun Comics
3250 West Pleasant Run Road
Suite 235
Lancaster, Texas 75146
More Fun Comics Denton
103 W. Hickory
Denton, TX 76201
940-387-5893
REVIEW- Great detective story in the making! I would really love to see this title inked but overall the art work is done quite well. I see a great story building and I recommend you pay close attention to this title. I think a re-release of this title inked would really bring out the feel of this comic. Keep your eyes open and don’t miss out!
STAR RATING- * * * 1/2
Paradise Road is a story of a detective whose present case leads him back to the disappearance of his wife. Main character learns that not all roads lead to paradise…
For Purchasing Information
Contact: Igor Glushkin
Email: glushkin@igordesign.net
Blog: http://igor2design.blogspot.com/
A lot of useful information. Thank you!