James Stokoe's insane Kung Fu epic comes to a glorious conclusion when the warrior Orphan Mo's hunt for the five former powerful disciples ends in an insane battle. Part Five Deadly Venoms and part surreal grindhouse, James Stokoe brings his knack for ultra-detailed fantasy imagery and over-the-top violence to this classic tale of revenge.
Orphan Mo battles the second of the five beasts. Chopper Teng the master of the Water Strider Buoyant Fist Style stands in her way of avenging her master. Can Orphan Mo defeat Chopper Teng or will the wily chef make her taste a terrible defeat? Read Full Review
Orphan and the Five Beasts has been a delight from the start and whenever Orphan Mo returns it's bound to be an exciting day. Read Full Review
As utterly sublime as Stokoe's work is here, it's hard to give this issue a perfect rating because of its deeply frustrating ending. Yes, the visuals are world class, and the story is just the right side of out-and-out-madness (you can decide for yourself what side that is), but it ends with a whimper rather than a bang. And while I'm sure the subsequent issues and remaining three beasts will more than deliver on the promise of this story, I still can't help but feel a little let down here. Read Full Review
I would recommend this one if you are a fan of old school kung fu movies with an extra twist of weirdness thrown in. Read Full Review
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