Reviews

Tabula Idem: A Queer Tarot Comic Anthology by Andrew Drillon, Iris Jay, Ivan Kasof, Jahna Vaughan, Capp, Laura Lee, Andi Santagata, Nero O'Reilly, H. Pueyo, Lorena Reyes, C.J. Walker, Steve Foxe, Alexandra Genetti, Alain Helmers, Ashanti Fortson, Lauren Dombrowski, Kat Gesiriech, Maia Kobabe, Petra Nordlund, Muura, Shoona Browning, Hye Mardikian, Lin, D. Marie Licea, Adam Massimiano, Mister Loki, Val Wise, Dante Luiz, Van Weasel, Gillian Pascasio, Jenn St-Onge, Gray Dupe Folie

alexis_sara's review

5.0

Tabula Idem is a breath taking series of stories, a tale of amazing beginnings. Each story ends with a new start and every start is the beginning of something amazing. The art is breath taking in nearly every story and each story provides a lovely world I wish I got more time in. Tabula Idem is truly fantastic.

caedocyon's review

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moonwitch's review

hopeful inspiring reflective

5.0

trans_ishtar's review

4.0

Really, really cool and sweet and just.. Ahhhh!

teanahk's review

4.0

The stories here include wild adventures, a talking sheep, wonderful creatures, ghosts, magic and budding romance.

This is a giant compilation of tarot inspired comics showcasing a wide range of story and art styles.

rowanoats's review

emotional funny lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

nkmustdie's review

5.0

Amazing stories and illustrations with crazy different variations and characters. So fresh and non-formulaic which is surprising, given the archetypal nature of tarot.
my favorites were The Sun "Celebrating the Midwinter Birth of the Sun" Maia Kobabe & Alexandra Genetti for the always exquisite drawing of Maia Kobabe. Eir characters are always full and rich while eir storytelling and narrations are discreetly but deeply empathic and poignant. E is a sizzling refresher for the weary brain, eyes, and heart, always an incredible pleasure to read and digest. Adjustment "Belladonna" by Petra Nordlund & Muura for hilarious characters and plot an cheeky loveable gay boys. The Tower "A Tower Firmly Set" by Steve Foxe & Andrew Drillon for beautiful drawing, character design and development, and interesting costuming.
Brief and helpful synopsis before each card make understanding context simple for anyone unfamiliar with tarot.

jainabee's review

4.0

A fascinating and illuminating exploration of the Major Arcana told as comix tales. The styles and stories are vast and varied, some more to my liking than others, however as a whole this collection is quite enjoyable and reveals new and contemporary insights into these beloved archetypes.

chlo's review

4.0

The artwork was stunning! I loved getting to see the works of all the different creators in this. I do wish some of the comics were longer, though.