Census

Census #1-5

by Marc Bernardin, Adam Freeman, Sebastián Píriz (Illustrator)

To get the job of a lifetime, sometimes you have to sell your soul.

Liam Malone is an aimless college slacker living in New York City who answers a job posting ad for the Census Bureau that seems to require little of him. Knock on doors, ask a few questions, move on. But what he discovers is that the doors of New York City are hiding lots of things. Dangerous things. Supernatural things. Liam’s new gig requires him to register all of the demons, djinn, and other bizarre creatures living in New York. How will Liam both keep his life and a stellar performance review?

Collects Census #1–#5, originally published by Comixology Originals.

Genres: Comics, Fantasy, Graphic Novels, Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Graphic Novels Comics

112 pages, Paperback

First published July 16, 2024

Reviews

[Alexander Peterhans · Rating 3 out of 5]

A moderately fun collection of horror-adjecant protagonist-linked short stories, although it's not as funny as it seems to think it is. There is an underlying connective story, but it feels a bit too halfarsed.

(Thanks to Dark Horse Books for providing me with a review copy through Edelweiss)

[Michael Jones]

I liked the story and want more

I liked the story. There's a lot to explore the idea of census for supernatural. Very funny twists. Hope for more issues

[doubleokay · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Richard Pulfer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun book with a relatable main character, a fun premise and fantastic art. The idea of a guy being tasked with doing a census for supernatural beings is a lot of fun, and leads to a lot of comedic moments. It helps that the art by Sebastián Piriz guides the story along so effectively while also clearly and crisply delivering some of the better moments. If it has one flaw, it's that maybe tries to do a little too much in it its limited run-time, but overall, it's a fun book with some fun ideas that I really hope we get to see more of in the future.

[Brandon · Rating 4 out of 5]

7/10

A cheeky take on the census. This is a comedy first and foremost, with some cool horror or fantasy creatures as well. I'm not sure I love (though I do like) the filler census job tasks. They're interesting initially but how long will that last - I'm not sure. The ending sets up a potentially pretty cool plot. Personally I'd love it if the macro plot gets more developed and the serial aspect decreases.

[Shelby Fielding · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fine, lovely little tale that reminds me of a good short story read on a autumn night with a bourbon in hand. It's a fantastical work about how even the most unimpressive people can stumble into triumph, with fantastic art from Sebastián Píriz and solid enough writing from Marc & his co-writer Adam Freeman. It's a simple, direct story, but sometimes it's nice to have a little fluff in your day. This is just that.

[Rio · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 stars.

A very enjoyable and silly graphic novel that doesn't take itself too seriously.

[Arjun Rajkumar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun light read! Would be good if they renewed this for another arc!

[Chad · Rating 3 out of 5]

A slacker living in New York takes a job as a census taker, except it turns out this census is for supernatural beings living in the 5 boroughs. Irreverent and humorous. Solid stuff.

[Calvin Daniels · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tad shy of a full 4, but such a fun romp :)

[Gonzalo Oyanedel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Comedia romántica en un marco fantástico, de enfoque muy sitcom.

[Carla A · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent enough, reminds me of The Shambling Guide.

[Brian · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn't expect this to be as good as it was. Marc Bernardin goes on my list of excellent writers.

Not quite as funny the second time around, but I'm still eager to read the second volume. I forgot to mention that the art is quite good.