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One of the best superhero comics out there.
I think that the reason for this is that there is only a single creative team for the entire series. So they are able to unify their vision. Kind of like what if Vertigo created a superhero series. It has that dark literary vibe that can be enjoyed by the mainstream.
Horatio Hellpop is our hero that is burdened with the power of the Merk. Rather than being a superhero he is more of a reluctant executioner.
The costume is not his life but a job. I think this gives the series its depth. We get to see Horatio deal with struggles, doubts and fears that he face. The continouos story enable us to see his growth. He is also graced with memorable supporting characters that add to the story.
Another plus for me is that it is a space opera. Mostly when there is an intergalactic story the earth is the main setting and the aliens just go there. Here there is a network of civilizations connected through space. The possibilities for exploring themes and cultures could be endless.
Lastly, there's the beautiful art which is equal parts classic and contemporary that can be easily appreciated by a wide range of people.
I think that the reason for this is that there is only a single creative team for the entire series. So they are able to unify their vision. Kind of like what if Vertigo created a superhero series. It has that dark literary vibe that can be enjoyed by the mainstream.
Horatio Hellpop is our hero that is burdened with the power of the Merk. Rather than being a superhero he is more of a reluctant executioner.
The costume is not his life but a job. I think this gives the series its depth. We get to see Horatio deal with struggles, doubts and fears that he face. The continouos story enable us to see his growth. He is also graced with memorable supporting characters that add to the story.
Another plus for me is that it is a space opera. Mostly when there is an intergalactic story the earth is the main setting and the aliens just go there. Here there is a network of civilizations connected through space. The possibilities for exploring themes and cultures could be endless.
Lastly, there's the beautiful art which is equal parts classic and contemporary that can be easily appreciated by a wide range of people.
Fun pulpy sci-fi in the vein of a lot of 60's and 70's era space opera. There are a few different arcs getting thrown around, but essentially Nexus is a galactic superhero granted extraordinary powers to assassinate random mass murderers around the galaxy. Nexus the person isn't really in control of who or why he kills, instead he has terrible nightmares (that also somehow effect his physical well being) about his future victims, and their atrocities. Then he seeks them out and kills them. (Often decades after their crimes.) Its quite strange, not the least of which are the psychic disembodied heads that many of the governments (and evil dictators) use as power sources. I'm currently reading the second omnibus from the library, but not seeing it on Goodreads.
It's amazing how good Steve Rude got in a very short period of time. The first few issues are rather rough, but his art quickly improves to the high level The Dude is known for. Beautiful, clear lines.
The story is as engaging as I remember from reading these issues in back in the 80s. Science fiction with some super-hero trappings. I am thrilled that this series is getting a comprehensive, affordable series of collections and cannot wait for the next volume.
The story is as engaging as I remember from reading these issues in back in the 80s. Science fiction with some super-hero trappings. I am thrilled that this series is getting a comprehensive, affordable series of collections and cannot wait for the next volume.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I did not read these when they were originally published.
I do not think I will be reading any more. Lead character is not a nice guy, not likeable. Stories are meandering clap trap.
I do not think I will be reading any more. Lead character is not a nice guy, not likeable. Stories are meandering clap trap.