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a_h_haga's review against another edition
4.0
I grew up on Elfquest, and so my view might be a little distorted by that. This series shaped me in so many ways, and was a safe haven when I needed it. This remake is good, and I like the added storyelements and drawings, although I do prefer the original format of single-issues and the colors there. It was also interesting to see some very new art by the Pinis and how it has changed from these early volumes. I'm not sure I like the change. It's a lot more sexualized, for while the elves are sexual and I really appreciate that, this more resent art is all about big eyes and boobs and not as much original character. At least that's what it felt like to me. But the art in this book is good and original, and it's a lot of fun revisiting the world of Two Moons!
I did read some of the other reviews for this book, and I do understand how this book may not hook new readers. There isn't a clear storyline other than Cutter/Leetah, as the Quest isn't introduced before the next book, so this one is just a big hunk o' romance.
And on that note, I do see some problems with this series reading it as an adult. The fact that Strong Bow says Cutter should just ''take'' Leetah, that it's his right... *shudder*
I do appreciate how Leetah stood up for herself all the way through the story, however, and while there was a kind of lovecharm involved with the Recognition, that Cutter tried to respect that, and that Leetah's people had different customs to his own.
I did read some of the other reviews for this book, and I do understand how this book may not hook new readers. There isn't a clear storyline other than Cutter/Leetah, as the Quest isn't introduced before the next book, so this one is just a big hunk o' romance.
And on that note, I do see some problems with this series reading it as an adult. The fact that Strong Bow says Cutter should just ''take'' Leetah, that it's his right... *shudder*
I do appreciate how Leetah stood up for herself all the way through the story, however, and while there was a kind of lovecharm involved with the Recognition, that Cutter tried to respect that, and that Leetah's people had different customs to his own.
alicea's review
5.0
Right off the bat, I was blown away by Wendy Pini who is an absolutely phenomenal artist. The entire thing is rich with color and a distinctive flair that I came to appreciate as Wendy's signature style. Another reviewer said that this series is born more of the heart than of the mind and I totally agree with them. [A/N: If you're looking for a cerebral sci-fi then you have made a wrong turn and need to look at your directions a little more closely.] Pini has created a true fantasy epic that is about the people just as much (maybe more so) than the journey they undertake.
Volume 1 introduces us to the Wolfriders, a tribe of forest elves, who are led by their young chief, Cutter, who is brave, strong, and dedicated to his people. At the start of the first volume (after we're introduced to quite a few of the Wolfriders and their wolf allies (actual wolves that they ride)) we discover that there has been a longstanding rivalry (and much bloodshed) between the elves and the humans that live nearby. This is partially why they've developed such a close relationship with the wolves and why they've developed into such powerful warriors. A determined human decides that the only way to win against their fierce adversaries is to burn down their forest home...and as a result the Wolfriders begin their quest to find a new home in lands unknown. #backstory
Volume 1 introduces us to the Wolfriders, a tribe of forest elves, who are led by their young chief, Cutter, who is brave, strong, and dedicated to his people. At the start of the first volume (after we're introduced to quite a few of the Wolfriders and their wolf allies (actual wolves that they ride)) we discover that there has been a longstanding rivalry (and much bloodshed) between the elves and the humans that live nearby. This is partially why they've developed such a close relationship with the wolves and why they've developed into such powerful warriors. A determined human decides that the only way to win against their fierce adversaries is to burn down their forest home...and as a result the Wolfriders begin their quest to find a new home in lands unknown. #backstory
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