Published in 2015, Metaphase is about a boy who has Down syndrome and wants to be a superhero like his father. The story is inspired by Chip Reece‘s son Ollie and features art by Kelly Williams. Published by Alterna, you can get your copy now.
Alterna Comics has announced that the Metaphase graphic novel by Chip Reece, Kelly Williams, and Peter Simeti, has sold out and is going back to print to fill a surge in demand.
Metaphase, originally created in 2014 and published in 2015, tells the story of Ollie, a boy with Down syndrome, that wants to be just like his superhero dad. When a disingenuous company known as Meta-Makers promises to turn anyone into a superhero, Ollie signs up, and is turned into one of the most powerful heroes the world has ever known — but at what cost?
Inspired by his son Ollie, who has Down syndrome, Chip Reece created a superhero story that is both unique and inclusive.
Simeti in the announcement said:
Metaphase is a prime example of how important comic books and graphic novels are. The heart of the story is a universal one, it’s about wanting to achieve something and do something important with your life, we all have hopes, dreams, and aspirations — everyone’s had obstacles in their life — but it’s what you do to overcome those obstacles; that’s what makes a hero. In the story, and in real life, Ollie is a hero.
Metaphase can still be found at various bookstores and comic shops throughout the world, though most are sold out at this point. For online shoppers, the title can be back-ordered on Amazon and the site expects to have copies ready to send out over the next two weeks.
story by Chip Reece
art by Kelly Williams
letters by Peter Simeti
$4.99
80 pages
Digital Graphic Novel
All Ages, Superhero
Ollie, a boy with Down syndrome, wants to have powers just like his superhero dad. The problem? With congenital heart defects, his father has no intention of letting his son get in harm’s way. Enter Meta-Makers, a company that promises to give powers to anyone who wants them, an opportunity Ollie can’t resist. Will he become the hero he wants to be or will his ambitions lead to the destruction of the person he admires most?
Metaphase
story by Chip Reece
art by Kelly Williams
letters by Peter Simeti
$9.99, print release, graphic novel, full color, sci-fi/superhero, all ages
Available at comic shops and online retailers
Ollie, a boy with Down syndrome, wants to have powers just like his superhero dad. The problem? With congenital heart defects, his father has no intention of letting his son get in harm’s way. Enter Meta-Makers, a company that promises to give powers to anyone who wants them, an opportunity Ollie can’t resist. Will he become the hero he wants to be or will his ambitions lead to the destruction of the person he admires most?
Alterna Comics announced on World Down Syndrome Awareness Day, which took place on March 21, the release of a 10 page teaser issue for the upcoming graphic novel Metaphase which will be released on comiXology. Break out writer Chip Reece‘s creation is visually realized by the mega talents of artist Kelly Williams to give you a taste of what’s to come! Metaphase is a story about self discovery and living with Down Syndrome, wrapped in an exciting super-hero shell!
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