Reviews

The Once and Future Queen, Vol. 1: Opening Moves by Adam P. Knave, D.J. Kirkbride, Nickolas Brokenshire

larakaa's review

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

Interesting modern  take on ye old Arthur legend. 

mayareads4fun's review

adventurous inspiring tense fast-paced

3.0

acedragonrider1's review

fast-paced

2.25

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Blood

laurelthebooks's review

The villain (Morgana) writing YA books and eating cheeze-its, an Arthur that’s here, queer, and more concerned with chess and pretty girls? Merlin in a space suit? Gwen with a battle axe? Plus an invading fae realm? Oh, and the parents actually exist for the main character?!

This comic is a wild ride from start to finish.

archaicgambit's review

fast-paced

• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.0

I loved the concepts but the pacing of the book felt way too fast!  Didn't feel like I had enough time to be invested in the characters.

elfflame's review

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

gina_lynn's review

3.0

This might be a four or close to a four but I'll think on it and come back.

alyxinthestars's review

4.0

I really enjoyed this beginning of a reimagining of the Arthurian legend, with its vibrant art style and diverse representation. The start seemed a bit rushed, with a few confusing panels, but by the end of the first issue (this volume compromises 1-5) it had fallen into a rhythm that was very readable and enjoyable.
Rating: 3.5/5

ashlynn's review

adventurous funny fast-paced

• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

mdemanatee's review

4.0

I went to my local comic shop for the first time, and was excited to buy my first single issues. Since I have been following a lot of my favorites in the trade paperbacks, I am behind on the narrative in the floppies. So, I went looking for a new series. Loved the idea of this as I love strong female protagonists and twists on the Arthurian legend. Was bummed to find out on Google later that the 2 issues I bought are all that will be released until the trade comes out as the rest of the run in single issue and digital was cancelled.