Skate Ali #1
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| Writer | Sam Humphries, Kelly Sue DeConnick |
| Artist | Natacha Bustos |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
Welcome to near future Los Angeles—a neon-scorched city where skateboarding has been ruthlessly outlawed. But nothing stops Skate Ali.
By day, she’s just another student dodging detention. By night—she’s a rebel on wheels, an enigmatic loner defying the law on the Los Angeles streets.
But when Ali slams headfirst into the infamous world of underground skateboarding, she comes face to face with a crew of outcast skaters called the LA Skull Clan, and their masked leader, Skull Queen 9. Fueled by a magical force called the Rush, the clan pulls off explosive moves and defiant acts of resistance.
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9.2
Pages and Panels - C.K. Stewart
Jun 19, 2026Skate Ali #1 is a gorgeous neon drop-in to a dystopian Los Angeles that feels familiar and thrillingly new thanks to Bustos’ colors and Humphries’ snappy dialogue and pacing. Skate Ali #1 sets up what promises to be a high-octane ride through a classic ‘80s style teen action comedy with a supernatural twist. Read Full Review
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9.0
AIPT - David Brooke
Jun 09, 2026Skate Ali #1 is an outstanding debut that combines stylish visuals, strong character work, and confident worldbuilding. Sam Humphries and Kelly Sue DeConnick introduce readers to a future where rebellion rides on four wheels, while Natacha Bustos fills every page with energy and attitude. Ali immediately stands out as a protagonist worth following, and the issue never loses momentum as it builds toward an enticing cliffhanger. With its distinct setting and vibrant creative vision, Skate Ali has all the ingredients of a breakout indie series. There's no doubt this creative team has something special on its hands. Read Full Review
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8.3
Graphic Policy - Brett
Jun 10, 2026Skate Ali #1 feels a bit like the 80s and 90s skateboarding movies that gave a big middle finger to authority while also showing off other tricks. Read Full Review
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8.1
Comic Watch - Marcell Hines
Jun 15, 2026Skate Ali #1 is a fun start to what looks to be an entertaining series for all-ages. Even if skating isn’t your thing. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS Back to Top
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9.0
It's an easy and fun read. Visually very satisfying.
By the end of the read, you can tell we haven't seen it all and I'm sure they're going to reveal a lot more in the coming issues. This series needs some time to grow but it's def good enough to pick it off the shelves.+ Like • Comment -
7.5
I was hoping for a little more from this, but I thought it was fun, nonetheless. Not sure if DeConnick is fully writing the next issue or something, as Humphries was the only one of the two that actually got a "Writer" credit, with DeConnick only getting "Co-Creator" credit. In any case, the story was entertaining for what it was, but I do feel that it had potential to be much better. I'm feeling a little underwhelmed by it, but it definitely wasn't bad or anything. However, my favorite part about this issue, for sure, was Bustos's art. It was the first thing I saw from this book, before I knew about either DeConnick or Humphries being involved, and I was quickly intrigued. Bustos's work, I think, fits and compliments this story and the wor more
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