Caine
04-25-2004, 03:13 PM
Arrowsmith
6 Issue Mini-series published through DC/Wildstorm's creator owned imprint, Cliffhanger!
Co-Creators Writer: Kurt Busiek, Penciller: Carlos Pacheco
Inks: Jesus Merino
Lettering: Richard Starkings & Comicraft
Atternity Consultant: Lawrence Watt-Evans
The Premise:
World War I in a world vaguely similar to our own. Magic is the driving force rather than technology, creatures out of myth, legend and faerie are real: Dragons, Trolls, and Faeries. The world is configured a bit differently, with USA now known as the United States of Columbia.
Thrust into this scenario is young Fletcher Arrowsmith, as he enlists in the Overseas Air Corps. This initial mini-series charts Fletcher's journey from his initial exposure to the Air Corps in a exhibitional display in his home state of Connecticut. Awed by what he sees and the growing sentiments of discord surrounding the state of the World, young Fletcher enlists.
The tale told through Fletcher's eyes is wondrous. We see the darkness of War and its consequences. As much as this is a tale of War and, regardless of how it is waged, via technology in our world, or through thaumaturgy in Fletcher's world, there is a core of humanity. In the darkest times, there is hope and love.
That's the basic thrust of the story, a young man experiences the trials of war.
The comic itself--I think it would be an understatement to say Busiek is a DAMNED FINE WRITER. From Astro City to Marvels to Conan, the guy is a master at his craft. Arrowsmith is a different type of story, though on some level similar to Conan. The emotion Busiek invests into the characters is wonderful.
Can't forget about Pacheco's art, either. I knew his Super Hero stuff was great, but dear lord, when he lets loose and draws fantasy inspired stuff, like a flaming Toll, a Rock Troll or a Dragon, it is amazing.
The overall packaging of each issue is cool too, presenting it like one of the old picture shows.
The lettering is great, too, with different fonts and placements for each type of character's voice and what not.
GRADE: A
This is well told tale, with some of the most gorgeous art I've seen. Since this comes out in TPB very shortly, I'd recommend everyone to pick it up.
RHB
6 Issue Mini-series published through DC/Wildstorm's creator owned imprint, Cliffhanger!
Co-Creators Writer: Kurt Busiek, Penciller: Carlos Pacheco
Inks: Jesus Merino
Lettering: Richard Starkings & Comicraft
Atternity Consultant: Lawrence Watt-Evans
The Premise:
World War I in a world vaguely similar to our own. Magic is the driving force rather than technology, creatures out of myth, legend and faerie are real: Dragons, Trolls, and Faeries. The world is configured a bit differently, with USA now known as the United States of Columbia.
Thrust into this scenario is young Fletcher Arrowsmith, as he enlists in the Overseas Air Corps. This initial mini-series charts Fletcher's journey from his initial exposure to the Air Corps in a exhibitional display in his home state of Connecticut. Awed by what he sees and the growing sentiments of discord surrounding the state of the World, young Fletcher enlists.
The tale told through Fletcher's eyes is wondrous. We see the darkness of War and its consequences. As much as this is a tale of War and, regardless of how it is waged, via technology in our world, or through thaumaturgy in Fletcher's world, there is a core of humanity. In the darkest times, there is hope and love.
That's the basic thrust of the story, a young man experiences the trials of war.
The comic itself--I think it would be an understatement to say Busiek is a DAMNED FINE WRITER. From Astro City to Marvels to Conan, the guy is a master at his craft. Arrowsmith is a different type of story, though on some level similar to Conan. The emotion Busiek invests into the characters is wonderful.
Can't forget about Pacheco's art, either. I knew his Super Hero stuff was great, but dear lord, when he lets loose and draws fantasy inspired stuff, like a flaming Toll, a Rock Troll or a Dragon, it is amazing.
The overall packaging of each issue is cool too, presenting it like one of the old picture shows.
The lettering is great, too, with different fonts and placements for each type of character's voice and what not.
GRADE: A
This is well told tale, with some of the most gorgeous art I've seen. Since this comes out in TPB very shortly, I'd recommend everyone to pick it up.
RHB