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geekwayne's review against another edition
4.0
'Asgard volume 1: Ironfoot' by Xavier Dorison with art by Ralph Meyer is a graphic novel about a village besieged by a monster and the outsider who may be their only hope.
Fjördland has a Krökken problem. The sea creature is destroying fishing boats. The Skraeling known as Ironfoot offers to help, but the village is reluctant to pay. A ragtag group of people scrape the money together and join him on the dangerous hunt.
I liked this atmospheric story. The art helps set the tone for the story and it was a pretty exciting read.
Fjördland has a Krökken problem. The sea creature is destroying fishing boats. The Skraeling known as Ironfoot offers to help, but the village is reluctant to pay. A ragtag group of people scrape the money together and join him on the dangerous hunt.
I liked this atmospheric story. The art helps set the tone for the story and it was a pretty exciting read.
wyll's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
linde99's review against another edition
3.0
I received this from Netgalley in exchange for a honest review.
I thought that this graphic novel was decent. It was interesting, but it did not keep my attention. I did appreciate the Norse mythology, and the vikings were fun to read about. I did like the artwork. But in the end, it was not for me.
I thought that this graphic novel was decent. It was interesting, but it did not keep my attention. I did appreciate the Norse mythology, and the vikings were fun to read about. I did like the artwork. But in the end, it was not for me.
pam_sartain's review
3.0
Asgard Volume 1, Ironfoot with script by Xavier Dorison and art by Ralph Meyer is a graphic novel set in the time of the Vikings.
Asgard is born without the lower half of one of his legs, and so should have been killed as a baby, but his father decided not to. Since then, Asgard has become a renowned killer of beasts of legend.
When a sea serpent of mythical size starts attacking, Asgard is the man that the king wants on the job, but they have history.
I enjoyed this trip into history, and seeing what life was like for the Vikings.
Asgard was published on 17th April 2019, and is available on Amazon . I’ve found a link to where you can search for local bookshops, including independent!
You can have a look at other Graphic novels I've reviewed on here!
I was given this book in return for an unbiased review, and so my thanks to NetGalley and to Europe Comics (the publishers) for this book.
Asgard is born without the lower half of one of his legs, and so should have been killed as a baby, but his father decided not to. Since then, Asgard has become a renowned killer of beasts of legend.
When a sea serpent of mythical size starts attacking, Asgard is the man that the king wants on the job, but they have history.
I enjoyed this trip into history, and seeing what life was like for the Vikings.
Asgard was published on 17th April 2019, and is available on Amazon . I’ve found a link to where you can search for local bookshops, including independent!
You can have a look at other Graphic novels I've reviewed on here!
I was given this book in return for an unbiased review, and so my thanks to NetGalley and to Europe Comics (the publishers) for this book.
gudzilla's review against another edition
3.0
This one ends in a cliffhanger so if you are really invested in story and characters then it would be a bit annoying... I enjoyed it while it lasted but I'm not actively looking forward to vol.2 release.
kikiandarrowsfishshelf's review against another edition
4.0
Disclaimer: ARC via Netgalley
I have always preferred the Norse myths to the Greek, my love for the Trojan War not withstanding. I’m not entirely sure why. Rangorak is a bit of a downer. Maybe it is because there were active goddesses who were more than jealous wives and virgins. Maybe because there was less rape. Maybe it was the girls who got to fly on winged horses. Maybe because the endings felt more set. I don’t know. But I love how this series from Europe comics uses the Norse legends.
Asgard, or Ironfoot, was supposed to be killed as a a baby but his father could not bring himself to do it. As such, Asgard apparently did not grow up as one of the most popular Vikings. He is, however, extremely skilled at killing monsters, a skill that comes in handy when you need money for food, I suppose. He gets hired to go after a Kraken who is hunting fishing boats. Like many a movie and story before, Ironfoot is the prickly on the outside just wants to be a daddy on the inside type of a guy, who becomes the de facto father/hero figure for one of the fisherman, surprisingly a girl.
Despite the use of naked women around a king (honesty, European comics have as much female nudity as the average Hollywood film), the book does have two strong female characters who actually talk to each other. While much of the backstory reminds unrevealed in this installment, there is enough given for the story to work as well as too keep the reader interested. Asgard’s monster hunting does have another purpose that is hinted at and there are other forces at work than simply the kraken. It does make for a good and riveting adventure story.
I have always preferred the Norse myths to the Greek, my love for the Trojan War not withstanding. I’m not entirely sure why. Rangorak is a bit of a downer. Maybe it is because there were active goddesses who were more than jealous wives and virgins. Maybe because there was less rape. Maybe it was the girls who got to fly on winged horses. Maybe because the endings felt more set. I don’t know. But I love how this series from Europe comics uses the Norse legends.
Asgard, or Ironfoot, was supposed to be killed as a a baby but his father could not bring himself to do it. As such, Asgard apparently did not grow up as one of the most popular Vikings. He is, however, extremely skilled at killing monsters, a skill that comes in handy when you need money for food, I suppose. He gets hired to go after a Kraken who is hunting fishing boats. Like many a movie and story before, Ironfoot is the prickly on the outside just wants to be a daddy on the inside type of a guy, who becomes the de facto father/hero figure for one of the fisherman, surprisingly a girl.
Despite the use of naked women around a king (honesty, European comics have as much female nudity as the average Hollywood film), the book does have two strong female characters who actually talk to each other. While much of the backstory reminds unrevealed in this installment, there is enough given for the story to work as well as too keep the reader interested. Asgard’s monster hunting does have another purpose that is hinted at and there are other forces at work than simply the kraken. It does make for a good and riveting adventure story.
asiantomato's review
3.0
Ironfoot is a retelling of one of the stories in Norse mythology where Thor fought with the world serpent, Jörmundgandr, who is a child of Loki. In this graphic novel, we follow Asgard Ironfoot who is a basically "monster hunter". He isn't written to be a mighty hero like Thor, but as a regular warrior who is clever and knowledgeable about his craft. He is paid by a few people in a fishing village to kill Jörmundgandr because he has been killing people. So, he embarks on this journey with her crew and a girl named Sieglind who wants to become a fisherwoman with her own ship. Together, they search for Jörmundgandr.
The art was well drawn and the font matched really well with the story and gruffness of environment. I thought the actual storyline was okay, nothing special.
I received a copy from Europe Comics via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
The art was well drawn and the font matched really well with the story and gruffness of environment. I thought the actual storyline was okay, nothing special.
I received a copy from Europe Comics via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
thebookdreamersalley's review
4.0
*I received this book free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
I must admit I was reluctant to read a comic book on a screen; especially if it was about vikings, given that I love checking proper art in my hands. I am glad I did!
As I have read many comic books that don't portray viking features and cultural customs loyally, I was even more grateful to see this one did.
I absolutely loved the art and how Asgard, our main character, makes so many mistakes blinded by the same ego he is so bothered about in others (Does this story ring a bell?). How many times do we realise we have been doing precisely that we despise?
Short and interesting comic book with an ending that leaves you craving fo the second part.
I must admit I was reluctant to read a comic book on a screen; especially if it was about vikings, given that I love checking proper art in my hands. I am glad I did!
As I have read many comic books that don't portray viking features and cultural customs loyally, I was even more grateful to see this one did.
I absolutely loved the art and how Asgard, our main character, makes so many mistakes blinded by the same ego he is so bothered about in others (Does this story ring a bell?). How many times do we realise we have been doing precisely that we despise?
Short and interesting comic book with an ending that leaves you craving fo the second part.
rachelsreads_'s review
4.0
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.
This had a slow start, but what can you expect from the first volume of a graphic novel? By the end, the action picked up and you could feel the battle between the Vikings and the Krokken in the artwork. I also loved the artwork in the few transitional pages of nature. The most challenging part of this graphic novel was the font style. On a digital device, it was difficult to quickly and easily read. This was a great introduction into this Norse mythology world. I’m interested to see what the Krokken has in store for them in the next volume!
This had a slow start, but what can you expect from the first volume of a graphic novel? By the end, the action picked up and you could feel the battle between the Vikings and the Krokken in the artwork. I also loved the artwork in the few transitional pages of nature. The most challenging part of this graphic novel was the font style. On a digital device, it was difficult to quickly and easily read. This was a great introduction into this Norse mythology world. I’m interested to see what the Krokken has in store for them in the next volume!
paperbackbex's review
3.0
As far as graphic novels go this is a BRILLIANT one! Asgard is an epic saga that is set in Fjordland amongst the misty mountains and Nordic fjords which open up onto vast black seas.
Here a set of Viking villagers are terrorised by the Krokken – a collossal sea serpent of leviathan size – which is sinking long-ships and eating all who are on board. Having all their pillaging come to a stand still is starting to t ake its toll on the village, until a mysterious and dark stranger arrives with the promise to rid the people of the creature for a small fee…
Backed by the best of thr villagers, the stranger sets out on a monstrous hunt where not everyone will return. Will the gods aid this stranger?
What I loved…
The characters in this graphic novel are troubled and as the reader you can really feel their torn emotions when they are making decisions. The cold and arrid landscape is really show through their emotions and their judgements and resolutions to problems are linked to Nordic Folklore.
The Story is half of teh enjoyment when reading a graphic novel, the art work is gritty and dark which really lends to the story telling givong it a Norse Saga feel and adds to the depth of the story. I especially like the limited colours and shadows in the art!
What I’d like more of….
Asgard is not a very long read and so I would probably say that more copies are needed of spin off stories… I would love to see some of the other characters develop in their own saga.
3/5 – A short but entertaining read.
Here a set of Viking villagers are terrorised by the Krokken – a collossal sea serpent of leviathan size – which is sinking long-ships and eating all who are on board. Having all their pillaging come to a stand still is starting to t ake its toll on the village, until a mysterious and dark stranger arrives with the promise to rid the people of the creature for a small fee…
Backed by the best of thr villagers, the stranger sets out on a monstrous hunt where not everyone will return. Will the gods aid this stranger?
What I loved…
The characters in this graphic novel are troubled and as the reader you can really feel their torn emotions when they are making decisions. The cold and arrid landscape is really show through their emotions and their judgements and resolutions to problems are linked to Nordic Folklore.
The Story is half of teh enjoyment when reading a graphic novel, the art work is gritty and dark which really lends to the story telling givong it a Norse Saga feel and adds to the depth of the story. I especially like the limited colours and shadows in the art!
What I’d like more of….
Asgard is not a very long read and so I would probably say that more copies are needed of spin off stories… I would love to see some of the other characters develop in their own saga.
3/5 – A short but entertaining read.