Zero Instance #1
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| Writer | Frank Barbiere, Stephen Rhodes |
| Artist | Vic Malhotra |
| Cover Price | $2.99 |
For Rhys, Everon Online is the one place where everything makes sense. So when his raid group achieves the impossible — a world's-first kill on the game's legendary final boss — it should be a triumph. Instead, something goes wrong in the final moments, and the fallout follows them offline. A sci-fi thriller about what we bring back with us from the worlds we escape into.
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8.6
Fanlight Zone - Ken M.
Jul 08, 2026FINAL GRADE: 8.6Perception isn’t always reality as Rhys finds out in this haunting new story. The writing teases the blur between dreams and deadly consequences. Malhotra & Affe tease the horror in the midst of impressive images. There’s no need to reboot your system after seeing what unfolds here. Read Full Review
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8.5
AIPT - David Brooke
Jul 14, 2026Zero Instance #1 lays a strong foundation for a story that feels timely without losing sight of its characters. Frank J. Barbiere and Stephen Rhodes introduce an appealing cast while steadily building tension around an AI threat that quickly spirals beyond its intended purpose. Vic Malhotra's energetic artwork brings both the fantasy game world and the real world to life, making the transition between them feel seamless. By the final page, the pieces are in place for a series that could become a standout for fans of gaming and speculative fiction. Read Full Review
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