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“ARIEL! OOKLA! RIDE!!!
When a runaway planet hurtled between the Earth and the Moon, cosmic destruction was unleashed — and mankind’s proud civilizations were cast into ruin! Two millennia later, the planet is nearly unrecognizable — a harsh and savage realm where sorcery and super-science both reign over the powerless masses.
Now, rising up from their ranks, one man is breaking the bonds that restrained him. With the help of his faithful companions, Ariel and Ookla the Mok, he has dedicated his life — and the power of his mystical blade, the Sunsword — to liberating his world from the forces of evil. He more
Thundarr, his allies, and his world are reintroduced in spectacular fashion here, with elements of heroic fantasy, underwater adventure and time travel. Read Full Review
This first issue of Thundarr is spectacular. The writing by Jason Aaron brings to life a barbaric man struggling to do what is right. The way he (Jason) is able to write such beautiful panels, making you believe what you're reading is happening, only to twist it at the end is poetic. This is my first title from Dynamite Comics, and I am beyond impressed. I am looking forward to reading more of Thundarr the Barbarian, and you should pick this up and enjoy it as well! Read Full Review
THUNDARR THE BARBARIAN #1 delivers on its core promise without exceeding it. This is a solid, no-nonsense introduction to a barbarian and his world that respects the source material while committing to the violent, sword-swinging action readers expect. It's competent entertainment that builds momentum toward future conflict. The real question isn't whether this comic is good; it's whether it's worth your limited reading budget when dozens of other competent action comics exist. It's a must-have for Thundarr fans. Read Full Review
Its too bad that Thundarr creator Steve Gerber doesnt get any credit in the front of the book for having developed the overall idea. Neither do Kirby or Toth. And...for that matter neither does original producer Ruby-Spears. There really isnt any reference at all to the fact that this whole things had been a 21-episode animated series that had served as the origin of this first issue, which is a bit strange. Its such an obscure bit of history, though, given how short-lived it was. Its got such a distinctive place in pop cultural obscurity, though. Its doubtful that anyone picking-up the comic book wouldnt already have been familiar with the old cartoon. Read Full Review
Plot
This comic begins with Thundarr being held hostage by a group of mutants who bought him as a slave in this dystopian future, where humans are nearly extinct and other beings seek to rule what remains of civilization.
The Groundlings, a humanoid rodent species, need a mechanical part located underwater and send their human slaves to retrieve it, regardless of the risk of drowning. Thundarr frees them and confronts these beings with the help of Princess Ariel and Olak, a mutant of the Mok race.
While Olak provides brute force, Ariel uses her psychic powers to give Thundarr his flaming sword, which he wields with great skill. Thundarr is obsessed with helping all oppressed humans.
The Groundlings obta more
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