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Preview: Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #3

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Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #3

(W) Jason Aaron (A) Alexandre Tefenkgi, Nick Dragotta (CA) Mike Del Mundo
In Shops: Jan 25, 2023
SRP: $4.99

Just as Maceo and Mezzy manage to find a touch of laughter and whimsy in the toxic hellscape they are traveling through, a gruesome encounter changes both of them forever.

Even though Mezzy has been able to protect her naive companion so far, there is no shielding him from what comes next… an encounter with the nightmarish WASTELAND RANGERS!

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #3

Post-apocalyptic Peril in Once Upon a Time At the End of the World #3

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BOOM! Studios has released a first look at Once Upon a Time At the End of the World #3, from New York Times bestselling and Eisner and Harvey Award winner, writer Jason Aaron, artists Alexandre Tefenkgi and Nick Dragotta, colorists Lee Loughridge and Rico Renzi, and letterer AndWorld Design ambitious creator-owned series to date with three unique artistic teams to take on a vision of the end of the world that’s brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded… and ultimately, timeless.

Just as Maceo and Mezzy manage to find a touch of laughter and whimsy in the toxic hellscape they are traveling through, a gruesome encounter changes both of them forever. Even though Mezzy has been able to protect her naive companion so far, there is no shielding him from what comes next… an encounter with the nightmarish WASTELAND RANGERS!

Once Upon a Time At the End of the World #3 features main cover and variant art by highly acclaimed illustrator Mike Del Mundo, and variant cover art by famed artists Frany, and Miguel Mercado. It comes to shops on January 25.

Once Upon a Time At the End of the World #3

Preview: Once Upon a Time at the End fo the World #2

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Once Upon a Time at the End fo the World #2

(W) Jason Aaron (A) Alexandre Tefenkgi (CA) Mike Del Mundo
In Shops: Dec 28, 2022
SRP: $4.99

Jason Aaron and Alexandre Tefenkgi’s fable of a bleak future continues in Maceo and Mezzy’s childhood years, with nothing but Mezzy’s guidebook and her skills as a wastelander to get them through their dangerous, post-apocalyptic journey.

As time passes and they endure the horrors of plastic tornadoes and frozen sludge, Maceo proves to be more than just a burden, and they make a connection where none seemed possible at first.

But to their unexpected peril, they might not be as alone as they thought…

Once Upon a Time at the End fo the World #2

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Wednesdays (and Tuesdays) are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in

Each week our contributors choose what they can’t wait to read this week or just sounds interesting. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look at!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this week.

007 #5 (Dynamite Entertainment) – The series has been fantastic for Bond fans.

Action Comics #1050 (DC Comics) – With Dark Crisis over, what’s next for the DC Universe? A key part of that is here!

Book of Slaughter #1 (BOOM! Studios) – For those that enjoy Something is Killing the Children and House of Slaughter, this sounds like an important issue teasing what’s to come.

Divide #1 (CEX Publishing) – When Salim is separated from his family and imprisoned with countless other Muslims and immigrants, he and his allies develop a plan to return home. But can they escape before this prison’s supernatural secret consumes them all? A story about divisive politics and family separation.

Fist of the North Star Vol. 7 (VIZ Media) – Each volume has been amazing and if you’ve never had a chance to read the series, these hardback editions are well worth getting.

The Librarian of Auschwitz (Henry Holt) – A graphic novel adaptation of The Librarian of Auschwitz, inspired by the true story of Holocaust survivor Dita Kraus. This graphic novel tells the incredible story of a girl who risked her life to keep the magic of books alive during the Holocaust.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II #1 (BOOM! Studios) – The two teams are back together again! The first meeting was a lot of fun and we’re expecting more of the same.

Now Let Me Fly: A Portrait of Eugene Bullard (First Second) – A soaring graphic biography that casts new light on the first African American fighter pilot, Eugene Bullard.

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #2 (BOOM! Studios) – The first issue took us into a world with two survivors of an apocalyptic world. The issue oozed detail but it was the interaction of the two that has us coming back for more.

Plush #2 (Image Comics) – The first issue was over the top weird involving crooked cops and cannibal furries. Let’s hope the second delivers more of the same.

Red Winter: Fallout #1 (Scout Comics) – Joseph is on his own, desperate to find a way out of a city that seems hellbent on killing him.

Saga of a Doomed Universe #2 (CEX Publishing) – t’s 1984, and Earth’s greatest hero, Masked Champion, finds himself powerless against this impending apocalypse. The first issue was a nice homage to classic comics mixed with an intriguing meta aspect involving the creator of the comic.

Timeless 2022 #1 (Marvel) – Marvel has been releasing these issues focused on Kang and teasing what’s to come. If you want hints at what 2023 brings, this is the comic to get.

Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons #3 (DC Comics) – The first two issues have been amazing with a wonderful story and art that’s breathtaking. It’s been a while but hopefully the wait is worth it.

A Wasteland of Horrors in Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #2

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BOOM! Studios has revealed a first look at Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #2, the next issue in an epic post-apocalyptic series from Eisner and Harvey Award winner and New York Times bestselling writer Jason Aaron, artist Alexandre Tefengki with colorist Lee Loughridge and letterer AndWorld Design, about a love story at the end of the world that’s brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded… and ultimately, timeless. Book One of this epic series, entitled Love in the Wasteland, available December 28, 2022. 

Jason Aaron and Alexandre Tefenkgi’s fable of a bleak future continues in Maceo and Mezzy’s childhood years, with nothing but Mezzy’s guidebook and her skills as a wastelander to get them through their dangerous, post-apocalyptic journey. As time passes and they endure the horrors of plastic tornadoes and frozen sludge, Maceo proves to be more than just a burden, and they make a connection where none seemed possible at first. But to their unexpected peril, they might not be as alone as they thought… 

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #2 features main cover art by highly acclaimed illustrator Mike Del Mundo, and variant cover art by famed artists Frany and Peach Momoko.

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #2

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We’re still recovering from Thanksgiving as we look towards the rest of the year’s holidays. Hope everyone has had a good season so far. We’re sticking to our usual, kicking things off with some news and reviews from around the web to start the day.

Book Riot – 15 Short Graphic Novels For When You Lack The Time To Read – What would you add to the list?

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Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1

Preview: Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1

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Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1

W) Jason Aaron (A) Alexandre Tefenkgi (CA) Mike Del Mundo
In Shops: Nov 23, 2022
SRP: $4.99

In this epic post-apocalyptic tale, Maceo and Mezzy have never met anyone like each other, and they’ll need all the help they can get to survive a planet ravaged by environmental catastrophe.

This epic trilogy-each issue overflowing with 30 story pages-spans a lifetime as philosophical differences tear at the threads holding Maceo and Mezzy together.

Will they, and the earth beneath their feet, ultimately be torn apart? New York Times bestselling, Eisner and Harvey Award-winning, and Marvel flagship writer Jason Aaron (Thor, The Avengers, Southern Bastards) launches his most ambitious creator-owned series to date with the first of three unique artistic partners – Eisner-winning artist Alexandre Tefenkgi (The Good Asian) – to take on a vision of the end of the world that’s brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded… and ultimately, timeless

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1 sells out and gets a Second Printing

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BOOM! Studios has revealed that Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1, an epic post-apocalyptic series from Eisner and Harvey Award winner and New York Times bestselling writer Jason Aaron, artist Alexandre Tefengki with colorist Lee Loughridge, and letterer AndWorld Design, about a love story at the end of the world that’s brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded… and ultimately, timeless. Book One of this epic series, entitled Love in the Wasteland, has sold out at the distributor level the day of release!

Maceo and Mezzy have never met anyone like each other, and they’ll need all the help they can get to survive a planet ravaged by environmental catastrophe. This epic trilogy–each issue overflowing with 30 story pages–spans a lifetime as the dark mysteries of a ruined world and their own stark differences tear at the threads holding Maceo and Mezzy together… Will they, and the earth beneath their feet, ultimately be torn apart? 

In response to the overwhelming support from retailers and fans, BOOM! Studios has announced  Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1 Second Printing, featuring art by highly acclaimed artist Abigail Jill Harding, available in stores December 21, 2022.

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1 Second Printing

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Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1

Happy Thanksgiving for those celebrating! Even with the holiday, we’re still bringing you a packed day of news and more. We’re kicking it off with some news and reviews from around the web to start the day.

Kotaku – Report: Feds ‘Likely’ To Fight Microsoft’s Purchase Of Activision Blizzard – Good.

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Review: Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1

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Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1

Let’s be honest, it feels like there’s a new comic set in an apocalyptical world every week. It’s a genre unto itself at this point. Each attempts to deliver their own spin on the concept or focuses on something to stand out. Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1 is exactly that as we’re introduced to a world that looks like garbage has overrun everything and what exactly has happened is a mystery.

Written by Jason Aaron, Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1 is an interesting start. Aaron leaves the world as a mystery with the art telling much of that story. Where it stands out is the characters. Aaron keeps things simple initially launching the series as a “buddy road trip” with two characters who don’t initially get along.

There’s a very cute aspect to what Aaron delivers and it’s enhanced by the fact that the world they’re set in is so trashy and depressing. Maceo and Mezzy, our duo, are exactly what you’d expect in this odd couple. One is very socially awkward having been stuck in a building by themself. The other is a hardened warrior who has spent their time surviving in the wasteland. Aaron keeps things pretty basic and expected when it comes to that. But, where Aaron’s writing stands out is the small details for the two. Each has their own quirks and personality that makes it an entertaining read. But more importantly, there’s some tragedy, especially with Maceo, that creates depth. One panel is all it takes for readers to understand Maceo’s quirky personality and feel sorry for the kid.

That panel is delivered by Alexandre Tefenkgi. With color by Lee Loughridge and lettering by Andworld Design, the debut issue is packed with detail. This is a world that looks “lived in”, really destroyed. Garbage is thrown everywhere. Strange creatures stalk our heroes. The technology looks slapped together. It’s visuals packed with detail that makes it all look real and worn down.

Where the comic dips a little is the end. That features art by Nick Dragotta and colorist Rico Renzi. The duo will take over in later issues. The segment gives us a glimpse of what the future holds, an ominous mix of visuals and dialogue that tells us where things are going. The mystery is revealed a bit too soon and this sort of ending feels a bit overused at this point. Still, the art again provides so much detail you want to see how we got to this point. The scars hint at a hell of a story.

Once Upon a Time at the End of the World #1 is an entertaining start. The characters are cute and quirky and the world is packed with detail. While overall it’s not the most original story, it’s a debut that feels like a fleshed out and thought out world. One, with a lot of thought put into it and that should make for an interesting journey to come.

Story: Jason Aaron Art: Alexandre Tefenkgi, Nick Dragotta
Color: Lee Loughridge, Rico Renzi Letterer: Andworld Design
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy

BOOM! Studios provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

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