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Comic Review: Exile To Babylon

Exile To Babylon

In the future the rules have changed, to stop criminals we must use criminals. How could things possibly go wrong? See what the future holds in this Dark Horse title written by David Lapham and illustrated by Patric Reynolds.

The year is 2040 and the world is not what it used to be. Gas is at an all time low with most people having only enough to get to work and back. With crime on the rise a new group called The Blackshield Angel’s have taken to the streets. They consist of former criminals who had a choice, go to jail or join Blackshield. When a fuel supply is taken over by criminals it will take Blackshield’s top agent to bring them down.

I had high hopes for this series, artwork was appealing and the first issue got me hooked. But, after I read the whole book I was extremely disappointed. Despite enjoying the artwork many of the criminals were hard to tell apart. The idea for the future world is never properly explored just explained enough so you know whats going on. When it comes to advancing the plot, it seems they just go to places with out explaining how and why they are there. Don’t take my word for it though as it may be your cup of tea.

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Comic Review: Caligula Volume 1

Caligula Volume 1

Caligula is a story of revenge with a little twist but keeps all the gore and orgies that go along with his namesake. Avatar comics hosts the story of Caligula through the writing of David Lapham (Stray Bullets, Deadpool:MAX) and with the artwork of German Nobile (Darkstalkers Tribute), they tell a truly harrowing tale.

Junius returns home to find his family butchered in a most grisly manner. This simple olive farmer now sets his sight on revenge against the man who killed his family. Bringing a gift of olive oil he makes his way through the debauchery and violence present in house of Caligula to find the man himself. Taking this moment he kills Caligula only to discover he can not die. Now the play thing of the Emperor himself, Junius spends his time trying to find the secret of Caligula.

A comic that does not shy away from violence and sex. Being that it is about Caligula it’s fitting but it will defiantly turn away those that don’t like decapitated heads and entrails. The art has a very dark and maddening feel to it as well as the writing. If you liked crossed you will probably enjoy Caligula.