Mouse Guard: Legends of the Guard #1

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• 10

  Comic Vine - Babs

  Jun 09, 2010

  David Petersen does it again, with a little bit of help from Jeremy Bastian, Ted Naifeh, Alex Sheikman and Scott Keating. The issue is the first part of four. The story is so good, and I was so immersed in the universe, Read Full Review

• 9.0

  Comics Bulletin - Charles Webb

  Jun 03, 2010

  Still, its a minor complaint. The bulk of the book is excellent, gripping even. Should the remaining installments of the series maintain this high level of quality, we could be looking at a contender for book of the year come awards season. Read Full Review

• 9.0

  Comic Book Resources - Doug Zawisza

  Jun 06, 2010

  David Petersen's "Mouse Guard" has grown in popularity at an astounding rate since it was introduced. The fact that Petersen could step aside and allow other creators to come in and work in Petersen's world of mice is a true testament to how beloved this property is. Petersen did a very good job choosing creators to share their tales with us in this first of four issues. I eagerly await the additional tales and talents. Read Full Review

• 7.8

  IGN - Jesse Schedeen

  Jun 03, 2010

  Ultimate, Legends of the Guard #1 was a fairly short read despite the denser first story. Mouse Guard is not a book that particularly rewards monthly readers, and that doesn't change with this anthology. On the plus side, issue #2 looks to have some great content up for grabs with both Terry Moore and Gene Ha coming on board. Many readers might be happier waiting for the hardcover, but all fans of Mouse Guard should find something to love in this issue. Read Full Review