Rating | Collected Issues | Reviews |
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8.4
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Vatican City #1 | 5 |
8.2
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Vatican City #2 | 3 |
8.3
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Vatican City #3 | 2 |
Plot
This new story reveals the world domination plan that vampires have been orchestrating for centuries, culminating in their complete takeover of the United States in less than 12 hours—all in a single night. Everything happens so suddenly that the world is unaware of what is occurring; there are no real news reports, only speculation about a possible cyberattack.
The story then shifts to Vatican City, where Guido Cavelti, a pilot in the Swiss Air Force, applies to join the Swiss Guard, responsible for the security of the Vatican.
Suddenly, in the shadow of the walls of St. Peter's Basilica, creatures begin attacking and killing people. Mass hysteria ensues, and people take refuge inside the Basilica, where vampires cannot enter holy ground. However, they are not safe, as they lack preparation, supplies, and trained fighters, and time is running out.
The entire Swiss Guard is systematically eliminated. Only a few police officers and Guido remain, and he begins to lead what could be the last human resistance on the planet. He is the first to realize that they are vampires, even though the nuns refuse to believe him, despite the irrefutable evidence right before their eyes.
An exciting story, told in an aggressive and direct style, with an original premise that pits vampires against their natural enemy: the Catholic Church. The story follows the kidnapping of a planet to rescue a forgotten queen, with a perfect balance of supernatural horror and conspiracy theories about the hidden secrets of one of the most powerful and enduring religious organizations in human history.
Art
With a distinct post-impressionist style, Per Berg perfectly captures the terror and chaos of the story, blending it with the sinister nature of the vampires through his asymmetrical and somewhat caricatured lines. It is challenging and daring, very different from any other artist in the Millarworld imprint.