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The Resistance #1

Writer: J. Michael Straczynski Artist: Mike Deodato Publisher: AWA Release Date: March 18, 2020 Cover Price: $3.99 Critic Reviews: 6 User Reviews: 25
9.8Critic Rating
8.9User Rating

J. Michael Straczynski, creator of Babylon 5 and writer of beloved runs on The Amazing Spider-Man, Thor, and Superman: Earth One, returns to comics teaming with Mike Deodato Jr., the blockbuster artist of The Amazing Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, and Infinity Wars. Together they plant the flag for a new universe of heroes and villains. A global disaster leaves hundreds of millions dead in its wake. Shortly after, a few thousand suddenly manifest superhuman powers. Are they harbingers of more perils to come...or Earth's last hope?

  • 10
    Comics: The Gathering - Nick Devonald Mar 18, 2020

    If this first issue is indicative of the quality of this new, shared superhero universe AWA comics are not only onto a winner but they are a publisher to keep an eye on. An emotional, human story, incredible art and colours, this is one of the best first issues EVER published. Probably the easiest 10/10 I've ever awarded. Incredibly excited for the future of this shared universe. The talent involved takes this story to a new level. The coincidental timing of its release and the coronavirus just add an extra layer of drama. Read Full Review

  • 10
    Graphic Policy - pharoahmiles Jul 11, 2020

    Overall, an excellent debut issue, that re-contextualizes the times we are in and adding a superhero twist. The story by J. Michael Straczynski is relevant and is very well developed. The art by the creative team is breathtaking. Altogether, a story that will be relevant for a very long time. Read Full Review

  • 10
    Comic Crusaders - M.R. Jafri Feb 19, 2020

    With The Resistance Straczynski and Deodato tell a big screen, epic story of heroes rising in the face of a world willing to embrace fascism out of fear. Clearly there are parallels to our modern times, both planned and accidental. The writing is sharp and memorable. Without truly introducing our central characters, Straczynski has created a backdrop which is interesting and leaves you wanting more. Read Full Review

  • 10
    Outright Geekery - Dandy Don the Valiant Mar 12, 2020

    Not only does J. Michael Straczynski have another well-crafted classic on his hands, he is teamed up with artist extraordinaire, Mike Deodato. Deodato knows how to draw the mood perfectly on every page and for every scenario. Read Full Review

  • 9.5
    Pastrami Nation - Nolan Smith Mar 22, 2020

    AWA Studios hits a home run with The Resistance, as this issue paves the way to a bright future for the studio with a bleak story with a glimmer of hope for the world. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    But Why Tho? - CJ Mar 11, 2020

    The Resistance #1 is a timely, terrifying new beginning to AWA Studios' comic universe, and marks J. Michael Straczynski's return to comics. With a spin-off series, Moths, planned for release later this year, I hope to see more of this world and its superpowered antagonists, as well as its creators. Read Full Review

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