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wulf's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
tobyyy's review
4.0
So, this was really the first time that I'd delved into any OotS stuff. Occasionally Jarrod has shared some panels with me, but this is the book that really made me fall in love with it. I'm so glad that I decided to give it a try, since in the past I've been "meh" about graphic novels. But I really enjoyed this! I actually laughed out loud at some of the jokes throughout the storyline.
Roy: Maybe. ... Or maybe I'm hiring you because I require the creation of a managed spherical energy release with a thermal signature no less than 1850' Kelvin, which can be manifested at specific X, Y, and Z coordinates from verbal cues. I require this precise temperature because it is the minimum level at which necrotized epidermis has been proven to combust... and I have reason to believe that my mission will require the incapacitation of multiple post-organic hostiles.
Vaarsuvius: So... you need Fireball spells to toast the undead you expect to fight?
Roy: Did I stutter?
And really, I don't normally laugh out loud at books. Even books that are intended to be humor -- like Bill Bryson's stuff -- sure, I find a lot of what he says funny, but not to the level of "here I'm going to laugh out loud like a lunatic because THIS IS HILARIOUS!" :)
Am definitely looking forward to reading more OotS comics!
Spoiler
Vaarsuvius: You are clearly only hiring me because I intimidated you intellectually, to the point where your masculine pride requires you to establish your dominance over my superior mind.Roy: Maybe. ... Or maybe I'm hiring you because I require the creation of a managed spherical energy release with a thermal signature no less than 1850' Kelvin, which can be manifested at specific X, Y, and Z coordinates from verbal cues. I require this precise temperature because it is the minimum level at which necrotized epidermis has been proven to combust... and I have reason to believe that my mission will require the incapacitation of multiple post-organic hostiles.
Vaarsuvius: So... you need Fireball spells to toast the undead you expect to fight?
Roy: Did I stutter?
And really, I don't normally laugh out loud at books. Even books that are intended to be humor -- like Bill Bryson's stuff -- sure, I find a lot of what he says funny, but not to the level of "here I'm going to laugh out loud like a lunatic because THIS IS HILARIOUS!" :)
Am definitely looking forward to reading more OotS comics!
stenaros's review
3.0
Matt & I read aloud.
I'm a sucker for back stories, so I was happy with this slim volume in the OOTS canon.
I'm a sucker for back stories, so I was happy with this slim volume in the OOTS canon.
linluvsbooks's review
5.0
Online comic! So cute!!!
http://www.giantitp.com/cgi-bin/GiantITP/ootscript
http://www.giantitp.com/cgi-bin/GiantITP/ootscript
verkisto's review
4.0
Burlew's skill at characterization are what makes his Webcomic engaging, and the same is true with this prequel book. Each of the protagonists have traits that everyone can relate to, making it easy to root for the Order (even Belkar, because, yes, we've all had homicidal thoughts before). It was fun seeing the events that brought the Order together, though even Burlew tells us in his foreword that nothing here is essential to understanding and enjoying the ongoing Webcomic. I can attest to that. It's a fun diversion, but what background you need to know about the characters to understand their motivations is already there. The book is just for those who can't get enough of the series.
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