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ABLAZE reveals its March 2023 releases

THE BOOGYMAN TP

by Mathieu Salvia and Djet · MSRP: $19.99 · 184 Pages · ISBN: 978-1-68497-127-5 · Available April 12th

Monsters don’t only exist in children’s minds…

Passionate about reading, Elliott has always preferred the stories of boogymen, those monstrous creatures which, at night, hide in the shadows or under the bed to frighten little children. He can’t imagine how much they will change his life… Witnessing the bloody murder of his parents, he will discover that boogymen do indeed exist, and very precise codes govern their existence. When one of the most powerful boogymen, Father Death, decides to protect him, Elliott finds himself plunged into a terrible conflict at the heart of a universe as terrifying as it is fascinating. On a dark, stormy night, Elliott’s destiny will be fulfilled…

This definitive edition collects the 6-issue critically acclaimed series and includes a cover gallery and bonus material. 

THE BOOGYMAN TP

SAVAGE GARDEN Omnibus Vol. 1

by Hyeon-Sook Lee · MSRP: $19.99 · 400 Pages · ISBN: 978-1-68497-109-1 · Available April 12th

In 18th century England, Gabriel, an orphan girl from a fallen noble family, befriends a young man named Jeremy, who was rumored to be an illegitimate child of a nobleman. After an incident occurs, Gabriel must impersonate her friend Jeremy, taking his place at an all-boys academy for nobles, a place that may seem like heaven to others, but hides a harshness and brutality which she could never have imagined.

SAVAGE GARDEN Omnibus Vol. 1

IMMORTAL REGIS Omnibus Vol. 1

story by Gaonbi , art by Juder · MSRP: $19.99 · 400 Pages · ISBN: 978-1-68497-108-4 · Available April 12th

When Régis, a young high school student, dies because of an evil witch, he didn’t know it would be just the beginning of his adventures. Now immortal and undead, he will quickly have to leave our world for that of Chaos, a parallel universe where magic reigns. Enter the world of Immortal Regis.

Collecting the first two volumes of the critically acclaimed supernatural fantasy action manhwa series! The stunning artwork, thrilling story and charismatic characters of this shonen-style title make this Korean bestseller a work that is sure to find a wide audience in English.

IMMORTAL REGIS Omnibus Vol. 1

FAR CRY: ESPERANZA’S TEARS TP Edition

by Mathieu Mariolle, Afif Khaled & Salaheddine Basti · MSRP: $16.99 · 120 Pages · ISBN: 978-1-68497-110-7 · Available March 15th 

For Juan Cortez, guerrilla warfare is a profession. Death, a hobby. Over the years, he’s traveled from countries at war to conflict zones, putting his experience and training at the service of the highest bidder. This time, fate led him to Santa Costa, a South American country that curiously reminds him of Yara, his native land. Because here, as on the island of Antón Castillo, the recent discovery of a rare resource, a mineral called “Tantalum,” has upset the economy of a small nation previously ignored.

Three camps now face each other: the military junta recently established in power by Di Stefano, the bourgeois party led by the daughter of the assassinated former leader, and a revolutionary group, defender of labor and indigenous rights. It was the latter, guided by their leader Max Purillo, who called on Juan’s talents. And for him, it’s blessed bread. A nascent guerrilla, a troubled period politically, and above all: money. A lot of money. To save the country, he is asked to strike a blow by assassinating General Di Stefano. But of course, nothing will go as planned… Collection includes the 4-issue series plus cover gallery and bonus material.

FAR CRY: ESPERANZA’S TEARS TP Edition

CHILDREN OF THE BLACK SUN #3

by Dario Sicchio and Letizia Cadonici · MSRP: $3.99 · Available March 8th 

“It is not difficult to be happy under a blue sky. But it takes a lot of courage to be strong even under a black sun.”

The older children of the black sun continue to initiate their younger counterparts into their way of thinking and incorporate them into their plan for Brightvale. But even before all the elements of what they have in store are revealed, the town’s descent into madness is already taking hold and turning the world on its head.

CHILDREN OF THE BLACK SUN #3

FAMILY TIME #4

by Lily Windom, Robert Windom, and Asiah Fulmore · MSRP: $3.99 · Available March 15th 

The first miniseries about the O’Connell family’s travels through time comes to a dramatic conclusion. Lily must confront Ciaran to save her family and friends.  Time is running out for them to return to the present!  And as a special bonus, issue four contains 40 story and art pages for the same price! 

Robert Windom, the writer/creator of Seven Sons, and his eleven-year-old daughter, Lily, bring you a fun, fantasy adventure, featuring Art Direction by Eisner-Award winning artist Sanford Greene (Bitter Root) and anime-inspired interior art by new talent and Greene-protege Asiah Fulmore (DC’s Amethyst: Princess of Gemworld).

FAMILY TIME #4

TRAVELING TO MARS #5

by Mark Russell and Roberto Meli · MSRP: $3.99 · Available March 22nd  

From the Eisner-winning writer, Mark Russell, TRAVELING TO MARS tells the story of former pet store manager Roy Livingston, the first human to ever set foot on Mars. Roy was chosen for the unlikely mission for one simple reason: he is terminally ill and has no expectation of returning. In the latest issue, Roy reminisces on the greatest big mouth bass who ever lived and discovers that he is not alone in space.

TRAVELING TO MARS #5

LOVECRAFT: UNKNOWN KADATH #7

by HP Lovecraft, Florentino Flórez, Guillermo Sanna and Jacques Salomon · MSRP: $3.99 · Available March 29th 

Randolph Carter’s quest leads him even deeper into the Dreamlands and to the city of Sarkomand. But what he sees there may make him want to finally return to the waking world. Can he hang on just a bit longer to reach Kadath and the end of his quest or will the nightmares he faces bring him to the brink of madness? As a bonus, the latest issue also includes the original prose story!

LOVECRAFT: UNKNOWN KADATH #7

Review: Seven Sons #1

Seven Sons #1

I hate organized religion. I think that’s important to know going into a story that’s about… organized religion. I think it’s a con, a scam, and the cause of so much wrong in the world. I understand some may find it comforting and “need” it but I just can’t with it. So, Seven Sons #1 is an interesting one to me. The country has been enthralled by a religion that promises the second coming. Predicted to happen on a specific date, the comic jumps between past and present to paint the picture of a world sucked in by religion and it seems what happens what that’s challenged.

Written by Robert Windom and Kelvin Mao, Seven Sons #1 takes place in an alternate history where Jimmy Carter is a two time President and Las Vegas has been taken over by religious fervor and dubbed New Canaan. We’re introduced to the “prophet” of this new religion as we learn about the prediction of seven individuals born on the same day to seven virgin mothers, each on a continent. One of those seven will be the second coming.

Windom and Mao present a city and world caught up in it the spectacle of it all. This religion and its revelation are done within a massive stadium in front of a million individuals and across the world through pay-per-view. There’s a lot to chew on with what’s presented, a religion that’s far more entertainment and business than it seems acts of decency. It’s our reality multiplied who knows how much. It’s also a chilling look at a country and world that has been captured and used by religion.

But, the comic has an absolute flaw. This religion seems to have enemies, as one would expect, in this case Muslim extremists. There’s a hint of Islamophobia in the comic due to this, if nothing else it’s a bit lazy as far as villains. There’s numerous groups that would stand in the way of this and going in this direction just feels like it’s set to default. We’ll see where it goes but reading each scene with the individuals made me a bit uneasy.

Jae Lee returns to creator-owned comics with this series and the art is classic Lee. The characters all feature his distinct style and the world has a detail about it that’s absolutely amazing. The thing I really enjoy about Lee’s work here is the page layouts. Rarely is it the classic set of boxes. The pages panels are art themselves with a look that feels like they’re a part of the chaos of the story within. That the panels represent this shattered world. It’s interesting stuff that could be discussed on its own.

Seven Sons #1 is an interesting comic with a lot of potential. It’s easy to see where it’s going to go and hopefully it surprises me with its villains but, as is the comic is a wait and see. I’m close to saying it’s a buy but there’s just enough that made me cringe that I can’t quite bring myself to do it.

Story:  Robert Windom, Kelvin Mao Art: Jae Lee
Story: 7.75 Art: 8.5 Overall: 7.75 Recommendation: Read

Image Comics provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review


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Jae Lee Returns to Creator-Owned Comics with Seven Sons

Co-writers Robert Windom and Kelvin Mao team up with superstar artist Jae Lee for his first new creator-owned project since 1994 in the upcoming thriller Seven Sons. This seven issue miniseries is set to launch from Image Comics in June.

In Seven Sons, Delph—a young man who may be the Second Coming of Christ—runs for his life as he attempts to learn the truth behind his existence.

Seven Sons is the perfect series for fans of fast-paced plotting like The Fugitive paired with The Da Vinci Code’s Biblically high stakes.

Seven Sons #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, June 15:

  • Cover A by Lee – Diamond Code APR220077
  • Cover B 1:25 copy incentive by Lee – Diamond Code APR220078
  • Cover C 1:50 copy incentive by Lee – Diamond Code APR220079
Seven Sons
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