Ancestral Recall #1
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Ancestral Recall #1

Writer: Jordan Clark Artist: Atagun Ilhan Publisher: Ahoy Comics Release Date: August 6, 2025 Cover Price: $4.99 Critic Reviews: 4 User Reviews: 3
8.4Critic Rating
7.0User Rating

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Black History: For painter Melvin Waring, it's an actual super power! When Melvin's wife mysteriously disappears, he must call on the most important Black figures of all time to help him in his search. A gripping new saga from two Milestone Initiative members: writer Jordan Clark (Aquaman, Star Wars Adventures) and artist Atagun Ilhan (Poison Ivy, Milestone Universe: The Shadow Cabinet).

  • 9.0
    Capes & Tights - Justin Soderberg Jul 31, 2025

    Ancestral Recall #1 isn't just a comic featuring Black History, but one that honors the history. The premiere issue is a rare blend of mystical adventure and cultural tribute that feels poignant, original, and absolutely worth your time. Ancestral Recall is must-read comic. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    Graphic Policy - Brett Aug 6, 2025

    Ancestral Recall #1 is a solid start to the series that leaves us wanting more. It feels like it does what sci-fi does really well, tell an intriguing story while also delivering something more underneath. It's a great debut and we're excited to see what the second issue brings. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Lotusland Comics - Hank Rea Aug 6, 2025

    Ancestral Recall is a bold, emotional, and imaginative debut that blends Black history, time travel, and personal loss into a powerful story of identity, love, and cultural legacy. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    AIPT - Chris Coplan Aug 5, 2025

    For a title about AI, missing people, culture-based superpowers, and so much more, 'Ancestral Recall' excels for being so engaging and relatable. Read Full Review

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