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Simulation Theory #5
Return To Realty.
With the help of an old friend, Ash pulls herself back into the real world to finish things once and for all.
Part of the Comixology Originals line of exclusive digital content only available on Comixology and Kindle. Read for free as part of your subscription to Comixology Unlimited, Kindle Unlimited or Amazon Prime. Also available for purchase via Comixology, Kindle and in print via Dark Horse Books.
With the help of an old friend, Ash pulls herself back into the real world to finish things once and for all.
Part of the Comixology Originals line of exclusive digital content only available on Comixology and Kindle. Read for free as part of your subscription to Comixology Unlimited, Kindle Unlimited or Amazon Prime. Also available for purchase via Comixology, Kindle and in print via Dark Horse Books.
25 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 11, 2024
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July 21, 2024
Once more.. Into the breach. I go hollow, numb, as I dive deeper into the rabbit hole. And before I know it... I'm falling through forever... Back into reality..
I have been mightily impressed by comiXology and their run of exclusive series with Scott Snyder. I have enjoyed Clear (Comixology Originals) #1, Night of the Ghoul (comiXology Originals) #1, Canary (Comixology Originals) #1, and We Have Demons (comiXology Originals) #1 and I am currently reading more.
However, I felt I should branch out and try something different. This caught my eye as it is right on topic for me with simulation theory being an area of interest. The premise seems simple enough, a dystopian future where the rich can escape to the metaverse and the rest have to survive on a broken planet.
When a degenerate gambler, Ash, is offered a way into nu-life, she thinks her luck has finally changed. However, she is soon landed with a mysterious secret as her ex hands her a cube containing encrypted data; the secret to freeing the metaverse from the grips of Tim Irwin.
As he is being 'unplugged' (think the Matrix) he uses his final breath to tell Ash to seek out Solidad, who may be the only person she can trust. Unfortunately, Ash is soon captured by the head of security Rez (who is dressed a lot like Rinzler in Tron: Legacy) who demands she decodes the secret message. Luckily rescue is on it's way and Ash's adventure takes yet another turn when she is whisked to the underwater base of Solidad.
Solidad begins to explain the history between him and Irwin but soon trouble rears its head when the base is attacked. Barely escaping, Ash has one last chance to stop Irwin, bring down the corporation, and to free nu-life.
The artwork grew on me and the story intrigued enough to see how it would end. However, it is too fast-paced and bounces around too quickly with little explanation or background. It feels like a pastiche to classics like Tron and the Matrix, amongst others, and doesn't really offer anything new. 3 stars.
I have been mightily impressed by comiXology and their run of exclusive series with Scott Snyder. I have enjoyed Clear (Comixology Originals) #1, Night of the Ghoul (comiXology Originals) #1, Canary (Comixology Originals) #1, and We Have Demons (comiXology Originals) #1 and I am currently reading more.
However, I felt I should branch out and try something different. This caught my eye as it is right on topic for me with simulation theory being an area of interest. The premise seems simple enough, a dystopian future where the rich can escape to the metaverse and the rest have to survive on a broken planet.
When a degenerate gambler, Ash, is offered a way into nu-life, she thinks her luck has finally changed. However, she is soon landed with a mysterious secret as her ex hands her a cube containing encrypted data; the secret to freeing the metaverse from the grips of Tim Irwin.
As he is being 'unplugged' (think the Matrix) he uses his final breath to tell Ash to seek out Solidad, who may be the only person she can trust. Unfortunately, Ash is soon captured by the head of security Rez (who is dressed a lot like Rinzler in Tron: Legacy) who demands she decodes the secret message. Luckily rescue is on it's way and Ash's adventure takes yet another turn when she is whisked to the underwater base of Solidad.
Solidad begins to explain the history between him and Irwin but soon trouble rears its head when the base is attacked. Barely escaping, Ash has one last chance to stop Irwin, bring down the corporation, and to free nu-life.
The artwork grew on me and the story intrigued enough to see how it would end. However, it is too fast-paced and bounces around too quickly with little explanation or background. It feels like a pastiche to classics like Tron and the Matrix, amongst others, and doesn't really offer anything new. 3 stars.
August 22, 2024
Good conclusion
I like the story, character are good but I feel I needed more to get to know them to the full extent.
I like the story, character are good but I feel I needed more to get to know them to the full extent.
February 15, 2025
A fun read with great action and likeable characters. A great dystopian/cyberpunk romp with mystery and a message throughout. The art was bright, colorful and gorgeous.
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