What lead Mikey down the dark path to the Nevermind? This extra-sized issue showcases the young chosen one's confrontation with the Pale Rider... a pivotal moment that would change his life forever!
Also, each issue of this arc features "Hero's Journey" variants, iconic moments in Mikey's life depicted by Image's finest artists!
NEW STORY ARC
Birthright continues to be such an original and awe-inspiring piece of fantasy work and issue 11 is the beginning of yet another promising arc that I can't wait to see unfold. What a helluva way to kick it off. Read Full Review
Birthright #11 was the perfect transition from the previous story arc. Ging us a better grasp of the Nevermind, what it does to people like the Pale Rider, how Mikey has progressed with age, and where the relationship between Mikey and Brennan lies now that Mikey is seen for who he really is. Read Full Review
This was a small part of the much larger tapestry. We are to take away little bits from the mini story and remember them as the bigger story unfolds. Bressan was, as always, on point and the imagery of the ogres being ridden by dragons fighting other creatures was very cool. It was a great way to showcase the creatures that populate the land. Read Full Review
It continues to be a question of intent and degrees with each story told in this series. As Mikey works to persuade and warp the allegiance of his brother, readers continually have to question the purpose of these tales, how truthful they are, and ultimately, what has really happened to the savior to send him down this dark path. The issue has one last tease up its sleeve before ending for the month, but its enough to add an entirely new dynamic to the plot of this series. Birthright #11 is a somewhat contained issue as it affects the momentum of the book, but an important one for its characters. Read Full Review
While the oversized issue leads to many visually arresting fantasy moments " which Andrei Bressan absolutely kills, per usual " even the lurch in time does little for Mikey's overall development. Read Full Review
Hipster Mikey
Dragons riding trolls, how can you not love that? This issue focuses on Mikey in Terranos and it's awesome.And the hook and the end, that changes everything.