Narco #1

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• 10

  COMICON - Olly MacNamee

  Feb 05, 2026

  Writer Doug Wagner and artist Daniel Hillyard are back in the Plastic-verse once again with their latest killer serial, ‘Narco’, from Image Comics. But this time, they’re focusing on a fan of these murderers and a narcoleptic, too. And it’s not too long until this particualr medical condition gets Marcus into trouble in this gripping, Hitchock-inspired new series. Read Full Review

• 10

  Nerd Initiative - LaurenHoppyGeek

  Mar 04, 2026

  on Narco #1 Narco #1 is a mysterious, thought-provoking story. Serial killers, Pop-Tarts, dating, and more. There was so much going on, yet it seemed so simple. All with a giant mystery that I can’t wait to uncover. The nod to my personal favorite fictional serial killer was just the extra sprinkles on a peppermint milkshake. Read Full Review

• 9.6

  You Don't Read Comics - Russ Bickerstaff

  Mar 04, 2026

  The emotional end of the thriller is firmly established. The nuts and bolts of the mystery and all of the details that are going to evolve overtime feel like they have a firm footing. It's really just a matter of making sure that the pacing continues to move as firmly as it does and the first issue. The precise layout of the scenes in the first issue seem to suggest a very crisp and tight sense of delivery on all of the basic elements of the story. A very promising opening for a really interesting series. Read Full Review

• 9.0

  Graphic Policy - Brett

  Mar 04, 2026

  Narco #1 is a great debut that sets up its premise well and delivers some classic horror vibes. Read Full Review

• 8.8

  Monkeys Fighting Robots - Justin Munday

  Jan 26, 2026

  A tight, fun opening to this serial killer romp from two of the best in the business at this genre. Read Full Review

• 8.7

  Fanlight Zone - Richard Coryell

  Mar 04, 2026

  Narco #1 sets the tone and pace for the series to come, by laying down some great groundwork. This is a unique take on a true crime/mystery/murder story that has a lot of promise. It definitely has my interest in the next issue and beyond. If you are looking for something different yet familiar grab a copy at the LCS this week. Read Full Review

• 8.6

  The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally

  Mar 04, 2026

  Hillyard crafts some beautifully detailed and visually engaging art throughout the issue. I really love the art style and how it frames both the characters and the world of the story. Read Full Review

• 8.5

  Comic Book Clique - Prub Gill

  Mar 10, 2026

  This leaves me excited because Wagner was able to turn me into a crime sleuth, asking questions of the characters and trying to get to the bottom of their actions and motivations. Also, it made me question how the characters are being represented to me, resulting in me as a reader being totally engaged and invested throughout Narco #1. Read Full Review

• 7.6

  Comic Watch - Henry Davis

  Mar 04, 2026

  Narco #1 is an engaging first chapter in a story made so by its purposeful lack of expository information. With charming characters as its backbone and a simple, yet effective art style, this issue was surprisingly cozy read that I implore readers to check out while they can. Read Full Review

• 7.5

  AIPT - Chris Coplan

  Mar 03, 2026

  After past successes like 'Plastic' and 'Vinyl,' 'Narco' sees this creative team shift away from the gore and insanity for something altogether more tense and measured. Read Full Review

• 6.0

  Get Your Comic On - Alex Tilley

  Mar 04, 2026

  Narco #1 kicks this mini-series off with a promising opening, confidently presenting a narrative concept that’s rich with potential. Hopefully we’ll see the whole cast of characters come into their own a bit more as the plot unfolds and the tension mounts. Read Full Review