You won't want to put down this incredibly exciting story that's rife with surprises and one hell of an original story. It's quite the bang for your buck too, especially in comparison to all the fast comic book reads that leave you wanting more. Read Full Review

I don't know whether this is horror, drama, religious, or noir. It has elements that just about every comic book reader will enjoy. This is a very somber story of a man who felt his life was worthless, but gets a second chance to prove his worth. This series isn't going to let us down, so I'm ready for more! Read Full Review

I had a crackerjack time reading Lucas Stand, and I've added it to my pull list. The pulp dialogue, time traveling, demons and angels, tough guy thing are just too much for his guy to ignore. On stands now. Read Full Review

Overall, the issue works because of the main character's self-loathing, as well as the prospect of some divine and infernal combat. If it's developed right, this could be a real page turner. Read Full Review

As the first in a six-part miniseries that will ultimately center on the redemption of a lost soul, Lucas Stand #1 is a quick and enjoyable read – dark, gritty storytelling at it's finest, with the artwork to match. Read Full Review

At a glance, this series sounds like a fairly generic mash-up of the Spawn and Hellblazer franchises. But it doesn't pay to doubt Sons of Anarchy creator Kurt Sutter or Coffin Hill writer Caitlin Kittredge. In execution, Lucas Stand #1 is actually a very compelling debut for this new supernatural-themed mini-series. Read Full Review

With a television show like Sons of Anarchy on his resume, all eyes are on Sutter in this series, but the work that Kittredge did on Coffin Hill should not be overlooked. The script that this collaborative writing team brings us in issue one is superb. Initially, after reading the solicit the premise did not seem to be quite that original. The way the story and its characters played out however was outstanding. The sunglasses and the way they are used to distinguish the demons from the humanoids is very reminiscent of They Live which I loved, and time-hopping element immediately expands the Lucas Stand universe and gives it unlimited potential. Add to that a serious subject matter that rings true for many of our veterans (and others suffering from addiction and depression), and you have an absolutely fantastic debut issue. Lucas Stand #1 is a definite must read a true comic win. Read Full Review

I had to write a very similar review recently, where its a book that I want to gush about but Im also trying to be as vague as possible. I usually really like to go into big detail when reviewing something, but this is one of those cases where Ive told you everything you need to know before jumping in. The writing is sharp, the story is compelling with the perfect amount of edge and the character is one of the better comic anti-heroes to come along in quite some time. This is a book that unravels in the perfect way I love a story to, with reveal after reveal being even more intriguing than the last. This may not exactly be the best book out there right now, but Id say that you should go out of your way to check this one out. This was a total blast to read and I cant wait for what surprises are in store for next months issue. Read Full Review

A strong opening issue with spectacular art work that allows the reader to become engrossed in the narrative. Any familiarity in the plot is overshadowed by pacing writing. Read Full Review

Lucas Stand as a series will likely draw comparisons to Hellblazer (Constantine), Doctor Who (time travel duh) and maybe even newer comicslike Outcast. However, because of the unique world building, where humans are recruited in the afterlife to wage almost a cold war spy vs spy game between angels and demons, Sutter's Lucas Stand is definitely something special and uniquely it's own. We have time travel, nazis, demons, angels, cool weapons, a coke snorting anti-hero, badass art and action sequences to pull it altogether. Read Full Review

The authors, Kurt Sutter and co-writer Caitlin Kittridge, writer of the Iron Codex series,weave a great piece of dark fantasy and redemption. The artwork by Jesus Hervas, who has done everything from the Sons of Anarchy comic book to Hellraiser comic, is crisp and clean and is inspired by the dichotomy of good vs. evil. This is a series to watch! Read Full Review

Overall I think Kurt Sutter has a hit on his hands. Often times the transition of a TV writer to comics doesn't go over smoothly. But I'm glad that he's maintained his strong voice and ear for dialogue that has fueled his other work. Lucas Stand has a lot of interesting turns that I think set it apart from many of the books currently out. I'm looking forward to seeing where the rest of this series goes. Read Full Review

“Lucas Stand” is off to a fine start thanks to it's really intriguing premise and incredibly talented writing team. This is a story that might not appeal to every reader but for those willing to take a jump into this dark world, there's a compelling story ready to unfold for you. Read Full Review

An alright start. A little bit confusing with so much happening but has the potential to all be worked out through the course of the story. Read Full Review

"Lucas Stand" #1 may have lost me a bit near the end, but -- if issue #2 recaptures the excitement and drive of those first twelve pages -- "Lucas Stand" should be more than enough to fill the "Sons of Anarchy" hole in your heart. Read Full Review

Despite its flaws, I do appreciate the voice Sutter and Kittredge carry through this book and, while not necessarily rooting for Lucas, I'm interested to see where the story takes him in his quest for absolution. As a six-issue miniseries, if we continue at this breakneck pacing audiences are guaranteed to see that much and more in the coming issues. Read Full Review

Even with some high points, Lucas Stand had a fairly decent amount that needed trimming or addressing. Its not fair to place blame anywhere, as history would show that, given some more time to work out the kinks, these aspects will be remedied. Read Full Review

I may check out the second issue, but it's got a lot of work to do to get me to follow up on the third. Read Full Review

I'm morbidly curious about where this comic could go after introducing Nazis in the first issue, but it's not because of the quality of storytelling, I can assure you of that. Read Full Review