From the co-creator of the Eisner Award-winning, bestselling Powers comes this brand-new anthropomorphic supernatural series that's Hellboy meets Redwall. Loosely based on real events in 12th century England during what was known as "The Anarchy." A time where the country was beset with plague, civil war, and demons. William of Newbury is a neurotic monk, fearful of the earthly world, but confident and unwavering in the face of true evil. He fights the dead to restore peace, but his brother is intent on stopping him, fearing for his soul. Newbury is dark, yet quaint, deadly yet cute. Follow him as he negotiates with thiev more
William of Newbury #1 is a masterclass debut. It's thematically rich, gorgeous, and dripping with atmosphere and personality. It's as close to a perfect first issue as I've seen this year, and it makes me hope for many more adventures to come. Read Full Review
William of Newbury is a comic that sets itself apart from others on the shelves in recent months in both outstanding craftsmanship, but also unique story, characters and world building. Read Full Review
Oeming delivers some great art in the issue as well. I really enjoyed having the characters as animals and how it brings a new emotional element to the story. Read Full Review
William of Newbury #1 is a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous times in English history, and Michael Avon Oeming brings a heavy dose of chaotic energy in his visuals to offset his witty, at times even, deadpan humorous script. I mean, how can you resist a raccoon chanting prayers and expelling a weasel demon and then getting in arguments with a rabbit about finances of a not for profit religious institution. Read Full Review
'William of Newbury' may have a few identity issues early on, but it's got the heart and charm to fight back and become something really interesting. Read Full Review
There's a lot to like here, but this issue didn't show me enough for me to know if this is for me or not. I'll give it another issue or two to find out. I don't love the art.
This series feels like a mix of Brian Jaques Red Wall Abbey series of books and Stan Sakai Usagi Yojimbo comics. A monk sent out on missions to help obtain money for his abbey, William finds himself wrapped up in fighting the supernatural more often than not. It's a tale of a monk torn between doing what he's told and doing what he knows to be right. The comic takes us on a dark and heartfelt journey through a well illustrated world of animals and spirits and I found myself enjoying the ride for the most part. I don't know if I'll return for issue #2 or not, we shall see.
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