Royal
Story: Lewis Terry
Art: Lewis Terry
Reviewer: Robert McClelland
Summary: Welcome to Royal. A city built on lies, corruption, war and famine. Pola calls this shattered country home.
When Pola’s close friend Janet fails to return home from a routine trip to the shops, he knows something is not right. Taking off on a search for her, Pola soon finds himself in a plot much darker than even a killer like himself could imagine.
Heading down a pathway into hell, he will get Janet back, no matter the cost.
Review: Welcome to Royal, a place that makes even Gotham city look tame. Something rich folks had a heavy hand in by messing up things for just about everyone by pushing buttons they shouldn't have been pushing to begin with! Now I'm going to be upfront with you guys concerning the art. You might recall when during my review for The Grove I mentioned my dislike of the art style used for it. And well, frankly I'm having a very similar issue with this book. Its done by way of digital impressionistic use, but the thing for me is that its hard to tell who is who because its made to look obscure. I get this is something of a gritty story, but I still prefer being able to visually know what I'm looking at with a clear view. Now there is a few scenes where you have a clear view on some things so that's always a plus at least. And with our main character of Pola, I am not entirely clear if he's just a killer who is something of a nice guy or he does more then that. Its not really something that's explored, other then the fact he's willing to go the distance to get a lady friend of his safely back from a bunch of nut jobs.
The way Royal is set up, has a children's book like feel to me. From the way things are worded to the way the images are done along side them. Granted this is no where near a nice friendly vibe of a children's book. Pola's missing lady friend puts him in a situation where even a buyer he knows advises its a bad idea to buy back a particular gun that Pola sold to him. Which just goes to show she's pretty special to him. Now I do like stories where the main character tends to get the victory against all odds. Even if it is by pure luck, which is something I think happens in this story with Pola and the lady friend when he does go to make his move against the nut jobs who have her. And considering what they manage to bring his way, it seemed that they really might have been on the mark about some higher beings. Beings that probably really aren't too friendly. I'm not really sure if this is a one time comic or if Lewis plans to do more. But if he does, I certainly wouldn't mind reading it. I will mention this is not something for kids however and is more suited for adults as I somewhat mentioned earlier. So if you don't mind obscure art, grab yourself a copy! Also as I understand it, Lewis has also provided a little artwork book of the world of Royal for new readers to get acquainted with in this little world of his. Definitely something to check out!
3 Hand Cannons out of 5
Editor's Note: To grab yourself a copy of Royal, simply click here!
Story: Lewis Terry
Art: Lewis Terry
Reviewer: Robert McClelland
Summary: Welcome to Royal. A city built on lies, corruption, war and famine. Pola calls this shattered country home.
When Pola’s close friend Janet fails to return home from a routine trip to the shops, he knows something is not right. Taking off on a search for her, Pola soon finds himself in a plot much darker than even a killer like himself could imagine.
Heading down a pathway into hell, he will get Janet back, no matter the cost.
Review: Welcome to Royal, a place that makes even Gotham city look tame. Something rich folks had a heavy hand in by messing up things for just about everyone by pushing buttons they shouldn't have been pushing to begin with! Now I'm going to be upfront with you guys concerning the art. You might recall when during my review for The Grove I mentioned my dislike of the art style used for it. And well, frankly I'm having a very similar issue with this book. Its done by way of digital impressionistic use, but the thing for me is that its hard to tell who is who because its made to look obscure. I get this is something of a gritty story, but I still prefer being able to visually know what I'm looking at with a clear view. Now there is a few scenes where you have a clear view on some things so that's always a plus at least. And with our main character of Pola, I am not entirely clear if he's just a killer who is something of a nice guy or he does more then that. Its not really something that's explored, other then the fact he's willing to go the distance to get a lady friend of his safely back from a bunch of nut jobs.
The way Royal is set up, has a children's book like feel to me. From the way things are worded to the way the images are done along side them. Granted this is no where near a nice friendly vibe of a children's book. Pola's missing lady friend puts him in a situation where even a buyer he knows advises its a bad idea to buy back a particular gun that Pola sold to him. Which just goes to show she's pretty special to him. Now I do like stories where the main character tends to get the victory against all odds. Even if it is by pure luck, which is something I think happens in this story with Pola and the lady friend when he does go to make his move against the nut jobs who have her. And considering what they manage to bring his way, it seemed that they really might have been on the mark about some higher beings. Beings that probably really aren't too friendly. I'm not really sure if this is a one time comic or if Lewis plans to do more. But if he does, I certainly wouldn't mind reading it. I will mention this is not something for kids however and is more suited for adults as I somewhat mentioned earlier. So if you don't mind obscure art, grab yourself a copy! Also as I understand it, Lewis has also provided a little artwork book of the world of Royal for new readers to get acquainted with in this little world of his. Definitely something to check out!
3 Hand Cannons out of 5
Editor's Note: To grab yourself a copy of Royal, simply click here!
Rogues! #1
Amigo Comics
Written by: El Torres (Second Story Written by: El Torres)
Pencils and Inks by: Juan Jose Ryp (Second Story Art by: Ruben Rojas)
Colors by: Fran Gamboa
Lettering by: Malaka Studio
Reviewer: Robert McClelland
Summary: All his family and friends thought that El Torres was going crazy when he decided to write a fantasy tale about chickens. Nobody believe in his idea… Nobody, except Juan José Ryp.
Don’t miss the unspoken story of Rogues… And the chickens.
Review: I have to say I got to mention the fact that the cover does not flatter Weasel that well. And were she a real person, I imagine she would have slapped the mess out of the maker of it as well. Then again, she probably isn't really the type to care about appearances. Now I got to admit that Bram's giant ax is freaking awesome looking and is certainly something I don't want aimed at me! Now I think Bram's also pretty darn lucky that the folks around him in what I assume is a tavern didn't immediately decide to kill him for a rather unkind compliment he paid them! Or he's just simply too likable by the folks there to want to bother with killing. Rogues! Is also certainly not a comic for youngsters to read. As there is quite a bit of nudity in this book, not to mention Weasel not having a great deal of modesty. So if you somehow wind up shocked and or appalled that sweet little Johnny read this, don't say I didn't warn ya! I myself have noticed this and so has another person or two that Weasel and the X-Man known as Rogue look somewhat similar.
So if you ever wanted to see your favorite Southern Mutant in a state of undress, well here's your chance of a sort! I got to admit, the Skull Tower our two main characters have to steal a girl from is one awesome looking place. But I bet the bills on it would be heck to maintain! That is if it was in the modern world anyways. Although the girl their out to get for someone I kind of think is rather naïve about his lady love isn't exactly all that pure it seems like. And after having looked at one particular scene after they start getting the lady love down the tower, I realized just what she was going for instead of what I thought she was actually doing. Boy am I slow for not realizing that! El certainly has a fantastic way of writing this story, as his writing blends a mixture of humor and raunchyness very well. Its almost like I'm reading the ancient ancestor of the film Porky's only with out any versions of the cast from that. Now yeah this comic does contain what some may see as animal cruelty towards a Chicken that just don't seem to know how to take a hint.
Which is another thing readers may not like too much about this as they read it. But the bird goes to show how an action can have some unpleasant consequences! Especially when dealing with someone who'd be more than likely to cut your thumbs off just for the smallest slight! Lucky for me though this ugly dude Weasel and Bram at one point have to basically report too can't get to my thumbs! Unless he finds some way of transporting himself to where I am. Then well... I'd be in a bit of a bind. May he never find a method to do so! And while I like Jaun's art, it seems at times however that the faces of our two main characters tends to look very different. I don't know if this was something that he couldn't avoid or something he intentionally did but it is something to seriously consider working on though. But boy I sure can't decide who's uglier; the father of the girl they had to climb the tower to get, or his manservant. Because both could seriously do with a make over! But got to hand it to Amthaeramus for not going nuts like one might expect someone like him to do.
Proving that sometimes, a more subtle means of punishment is a better means of doing things. I know I'm certainly looking forward to seeing how Bram and Weasel manage to break free of his punishment, especially since considering the Chicken has no respect for privacy! So if you have yet to read this comic, put down whatever it is you're doing and get on with putting this in front of your eyes! Plus the second story really shows just why one shouldn't drink with a complete stranger!
4 out of 5 Stars
Editor's Note: To find out how you can acquire yourself a copy this fine title, simply head over to Amigos!
Amigo Comics
Written by: El Torres (Second Story Written by: El Torres)
Pencils and Inks by: Juan Jose Ryp (Second Story Art by: Ruben Rojas)
Colors by: Fran Gamboa
Lettering by: Malaka Studio
Reviewer: Robert McClelland
Summary: All his family and friends thought that El Torres was going crazy when he decided to write a fantasy tale about chickens. Nobody believe in his idea… Nobody, except Juan José Ryp.
Don’t miss the unspoken story of Rogues… And the chickens.
Review: I have to say I got to mention the fact that the cover does not flatter Weasel that well. And were she a real person, I imagine she would have slapped the mess out of the maker of it as well. Then again, she probably isn't really the type to care about appearances. Now I got to admit that Bram's giant ax is freaking awesome looking and is certainly something I don't want aimed at me! Now I think Bram's also pretty darn lucky that the folks around him in what I assume is a tavern didn't immediately decide to kill him for a rather unkind compliment he paid them! Or he's just simply too likable by the folks there to want to bother with killing. Rogues! Is also certainly not a comic for youngsters to read. As there is quite a bit of nudity in this book, not to mention Weasel not having a great deal of modesty. So if you somehow wind up shocked and or appalled that sweet little Johnny read this, don't say I didn't warn ya! I myself have noticed this and so has another person or two that Weasel and the X-Man known as Rogue look somewhat similar.
So if you ever wanted to see your favorite Southern Mutant in a state of undress, well here's your chance of a sort! I got to admit, the Skull Tower our two main characters have to steal a girl from is one awesome looking place. But I bet the bills on it would be heck to maintain! That is if it was in the modern world anyways. Although the girl their out to get for someone I kind of think is rather naïve about his lady love isn't exactly all that pure it seems like. And after having looked at one particular scene after they start getting the lady love down the tower, I realized just what she was going for instead of what I thought she was actually doing. Boy am I slow for not realizing that! El certainly has a fantastic way of writing this story, as his writing blends a mixture of humor and raunchyness very well. Its almost like I'm reading the ancient ancestor of the film Porky's only with out any versions of the cast from that. Now yeah this comic does contain what some may see as animal cruelty towards a Chicken that just don't seem to know how to take a hint.
Which is another thing readers may not like too much about this as they read it. But the bird goes to show how an action can have some unpleasant consequences! Especially when dealing with someone who'd be more than likely to cut your thumbs off just for the smallest slight! Lucky for me though this ugly dude Weasel and Bram at one point have to basically report too can't get to my thumbs! Unless he finds some way of transporting himself to where I am. Then well... I'd be in a bit of a bind. May he never find a method to do so! And while I like Jaun's art, it seems at times however that the faces of our two main characters tends to look very different. I don't know if this was something that he couldn't avoid or something he intentionally did but it is something to seriously consider working on though. But boy I sure can't decide who's uglier; the father of the girl they had to climb the tower to get, or his manservant. Because both could seriously do with a make over! But got to hand it to Amthaeramus for not going nuts like one might expect someone like him to do.
Proving that sometimes, a more subtle means of punishment is a better means of doing things. I know I'm certainly looking forward to seeing how Bram and Weasel manage to break free of his punishment, especially since considering the Chicken has no respect for privacy! So if you have yet to read this comic, put down whatever it is you're doing and get on with putting this in front of your eyes! Plus the second story really shows just why one shouldn't drink with a complete stranger!
4 out of 5 Stars
Editor's Note: To find out how you can acquire yourself a copy this fine title, simply head over to Amigos!