cover art has a very clear signature by Khary Randolph...what gives?
STORY: Vince Hernandez. This book opens up with a rather offensive scene. It is set in south central
Los Angeles, which is primarily an African-American community. The characters are all
stereotypes from the clothes to the manner of speaking, so much so that it borders on racist. Not
a good start. This is another title that Aspen is relaunching, that gives the advantage to people who
have read the older issues and know what they are getting into. I was a bit lost but I don't care
enough to be found. Not a big fan of magic stories, they always feel like a cop out to me.
ART: Vincenzo Cucca. Aspen loves these guys with a "cartoony" style. They do not always fit the mood of
the story, as in this case. Another trend that seems to follow Aspen books is the over coloring, also
in this book (by Emilio Lopez). Aspen, you don't have to keep hiring guys that draw like Michael
Turner or J. Scott Campbell, diversity would be nice.
FINAL FILE: Well, it is only $1...but is it even worth that dollar? If you are a fan, great, but I dont
think this book will gather too many new readers...a talking cat? really?! Aspen
is not putting out any winners so far.
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