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zare_i's review against another edition
5.0
Conclusion of the grand saga of Siegfried. Story got little bit modified but in general strokes it remained faithful to [better known version of the story, through Wagner's works] story of final conflict between old and new world - Siegfried as representative of the new world manages to defeat the Fafnir the Dragon after which he is forced to denounce the old world and enter the final fight for the humanity's place under the sun.
Art is just beautiful, reminds me of the golden times of Disney animation. I have to say it is truly sad that this story was not realized [first] as a full feature animated movie (you need to check the trailer on Net, it is truly exquisite).
As a graphical version of the story it is excellent adaptation. Author managed to show the sheer epicness of this fantasy world as it gets reborn through fire.
Highly recommended to all fans of fine art.
Art is just beautiful, reminds me of the golden times of Disney animation. I have to say it is truly sad that this story was not realized [first] as a full feature animated movie (you need to check the trailer on Net, it is truly exquisite).
As a graphical version of the story it is excellent adaptation. Author managed to show the sheer epicness of this fantasy world as it gets reborn through fire.
Highly recommended to all fans of fine art.
imzadi755's review against another edition
4.0
Leste den norske versjonen Gudenes mørke. Fine bilder.
laurakatarooma's review against another edition
4.0
Kyllä tuossa rakkauden taistossa on joskus jotain niin elähdyttävää.
daybreak's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars
Review of the whole series
This was a great story based on Norse mythology. It's one of the recommended heroic fantasy graphic novels and I can see why.
It is pretty good all in all. The drawings are first of all magnificent (Siegfried is to die for) and add to the epic atmosphere of the series.
The plot in itself is deftly handled : I loved how the whole story was told through looking at the future to decide whether to accomplish it or not. Loved the plot twist at the end about the witch too. But the ending was a bit confusing. I don't know whether it makes sense for someone who knows the legend but I was a bit confused in the end.
The characters are also very funny and awesome. Mime and the witch are personal favourites. Siegfried is the typical hero and thus a bit bland (although he wasn't completely perfect). However, I would have enjoyed a larger cast of characters. With only 5, the story felt more closed off.
Anyway, this comic series is a great time. Having recently read Magnus Chase, my enjoyment of this adventure was heightened. While with Riordan we have slapstick farting, selfie-taking gods, the Siegfried series illustrate just how epic and "cool" Norse mythology can be if handled properly.
Review of the whole series
This was a great story based on Norse mythology. It's one of the recommended heroic fantasy graphic novels and I can see why.
It is pretty good all in all. The drawings are first of all magnificent (Siegfried is to die for) and add to the epic atmosphere of the series.
The plot in itself is deftly handled : I loved how the whole story was told through looking at the future to decide whether to accomplish it or not. Loved the plot twist at the end about the witch too. But the ending was a bit confusing. I don't know whether it makes sense for someone who knows the legend but I was a bit confused in the end.
The characters are also very funny and awesome. Mime and the witch are personal favourites. Siegfried is the typical hero and thus a bit bland (although he wasn't completely perfect). However, I would have enjoyed a larger cast of characters. With only 5, the story felt more closed off.
Anyway, this comic series is a great time. Having recently read Magnus Chase, my enjoyment of this adventure was heightened. While with Riordan we have slapstick farting, selfie-taking gods, the Siegfried series illustrate just how epic and "cool" Norse mythology can be if handled properly.
depleti's review
5.0
This isn't exactly my volume, which came out in June of 2017, but whatever! It's still beautiful and the story exciting and epic.
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