Sometimes, nightmares walk the Earth. Every night when you sleep, the Lord of Dreams chooses the path you'll follow...into a sylvan Elysium, or down the hallways of your darkest fears. And sometimes, if it is Dream's will, those nightmares escape those halls, and go out into the world. But it is not a choice he makes lightly. Today the Corinthian walks the Earth again. The most feared of all Dream's nightmares, his ravenous mouths have made him a legend among serial killers. Letting the Corinthian out among mortals is the most dangerous thing Dream could possibly do. But he has no choice-because there is another nightmare walking the Earth, o more
‘The Sandman Universe: Nightmare Country' #1 is a blend of both beautifully prosaic language and equally disturbing imagery as James Tynion IV captures the appropriate tone and cadence of Neil Gaiman's much beloved dark corner of the DCU. A promising start to the latest visit to the Dreaming and all its deadly charms. Read Full Review
I cannot wait for issue #2! This series has had an amazing start and has already 100% pulled me into the story. Are the two Misters at the end of the book kin to The Corinthian or, even worse, just sick evil human beings the real monsters. Are they also a loving tribute to Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere characters, Messrs Croup and Vandemar? Either way, both the human and Nightmare characters have grabbed my attention and left me wanting more. Read Full Review
The issue dances beautifully on the border between the waking world and the Dreaming, with stunningly emotive visual storytelling that resonates with haunting clarity. It's one nightmare from which you won't want to wake. Read Full Review
If you are a fan of The Sandman, Nightmare Country is a dream come true. It has its own voice and look, while still seeming a natural continuation of Neil Gaiman's saga. Newcomers to the series and horror fans will love it as much as the old guard. Read Full Review
It's easily the best launch out of this universe since The Dreaming, and it's not a surprise he was not walking away from this opportunity. Read Full Review
Delpeche and Paquette deliver some great visuals throughout the issue. The art has a fantastic sense of mood and tone that draws in the reader with great visual flair and emotion. Read Full Review
Not a bad opening issue, but also not the greatest either as it kind of relies on readers already having some familiarity with The Sandman Universe. So not a great jumping-on point. The story throws you straight in by introducing us to Madison first. She is pretty much your typical young woman that is still dealing with a certain amount of PTSD from having been bullied mercilessly as a kid in school. She is very much a character that most readers will instantly relate to. Read Full Review
The Sandman Universe: Nightmare Country is delectably weird and haunting. It will stick with you, for better or worse if you value your sleep! Read Full Review
James Tynion brings his unique brand of horror to the Sandman Universe with Nightmare Country #1, a gruesome and unique read that is sure to please both classic Sandman fans and complete newcomers. Read Full Review
Overall, The Sandman Universe: Nightmare Country #1 looks like it is going to be a blast. James Tynion IV has left his mark on nearly everything hes worked on and I expect no different here. Plus, there are some stellar artists working on the series, including the always fantastic Simon Bowland, who has lettered several The Sandman Universe titles previously. Read Full Review
It's darker and bloodier than I expected and even with the lovely art, it won't be to everyone's tastes, but it gets a lot onto the page and serves as a strong first issue. Read Full Review
Despite being a continuation of what is considered to be one of the greatest comics of all time, Nighmare Country #1 is a middling start to this dreamscape horror yarn. As mentioned several times, its saving grace is the art of Lisandro Estherren and Patricio Delpeche whose hazy line and colors blur the lines between sleep and waking, fear and nightmare. This series might be one to check out in the inevitable trade paperback edition instead of on a monthly basis for now with an uninteresting protagonist and a baddie that is all flash and no substance for now. Read Full Review
Overall, Nightmare County is a solid horror entry into The Sandman Universe. The only major problem with the issue is how messy or chaotic it is. The story and art sometimes felt out of place or more confusing, especially with out-of-place side narratives over-explaining things. It took me a few reads to understand what was happening and why. Read Full Review
A chillingly dark tale that chills you to the bone, it is bit slow to start but does pick up in pace. The illustrations are dark and doesn't leave alot untold, I am looking forward to see how the arc unfolds in the hope that it does gather pace. Read Full Review
Flawless.
A bit disjointed for a Sandman title, and to get people caught up on the concept of the Corinthian there's a bulky, clunky exposition dump in the middle of the issue that breaks the tension. Hell, the description for this issue on this website is even doing the most.
Almost like this issue isn't as confident in the story it's telling. In trying to introduce everything, I feel like I'm missing half of it.
Curious to see where it will go for sure, art is great, and I love Tynion's ideas. Just hope the series finds its footing soon. It doesn't quite capture the elegant way Sandman titles dig into mystery and myth and feelings. (Odd cuz Nice House on the Lake is so good at that?)
GOD I MISS HOUSE OF WHISPERS. That book was more
idk what's happening but I'm pretty sure it's lame
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