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Fear Agent
Fear Agent, Volume 2: My War
Lost, beaten, and trapped in the past, alien exterminator Heath Huston must face the demons of his inevitable future when he finds himself face to face with the automaton regime that robbed him of all he loves. With the Feeders progressing ever closer to Earth, will Heath be able to extract payback from the robotic empire in time to save his home planet from the scourge of an alien infestation? Jerome Opena (Avengers) joins critically acclaimed scribe Rick Remender for this exciting volume, collecting issues #5-10 of the beloved series.
136 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2007
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Rick Remender
1,243 books1,414 followersRick Remender is an American comic book writer and artist who resides in Los Angeles, California. He is the writer/co-creator of many independent comic books like Black Science, Deadly Class, LOW, Fear Agent and Seven to Eternity. Previously, he wrote The Punisher, Uncanny X-Force, Captain America and Uncanny Avengers for Marvel Comics.
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June 29, 2018
The plot gets wonky here with all of the clones and time travel baggage. Remender plays fast and loose with the story to get things back on track and head in the new direction he plans on heading in. The inconsistencies are the reason this went from a 5 to a 3. It's still really enjoyable, just confusing at times.
May 29, 2018
Just alot of fun. The world has gone in a way and Heath meets people from his past. Story still develops nicely.
October 7, 2012
I'm torn between two feelings after reading this book. On one hand, I have this sense that the plots are a little chaotic and meandering - not quite an arrow of time, but just some things that occurred to Remender as he was writing each page. (Sub-plots are hard to find or follow.) On the other, I'm enjoying the weird surprises and head-turning twists that make it feel a little more like life and less of a compact tale.
The most consistent thing about this tale is how much shit gets handed to Heath by life, and how he just keeps pushing forward even though you can see how much he'd rather just curl up and want to stop caring.
I'm happy with the sub-plot that *is* developing, and if that one plays out for the rest of the series I'll be riveted.
I particularly love the chapter splash pages, with some beautiful line-and-ink splashes of each character in an evocative pose or camera angle. They're like the teaser posters for a movie soon to play in theatres.
The art otherwise feels a bit sloppy - not like an untalented artist, but in a deliberate way to evoke old styles of pulp. I'm not nostalgic for old pulp (I tried and failed to ever get into those old books), so this doesn't really do anything for me.
Here's my plot spoiler notes:
The most consistent thing about this tale is how much shit gets handed to Heath by life, and how he just keeps pushing forward even though you can see how much he'd rather just curl up and want to stop caring.
I'm happy with the sub-plot that *is* developing, and if that one plays out for the rest of the series I'll be riveted.
I particularly love the chapter splash pages, with some beautiful line-and-ink splashes of each character in an evocative pose or camera angle. They're like the teaser posters for a movie soon to play in theatres.
The art otherwise feels a bit sloppy - not like an untalented artist, but in a deliberate way to evoke old styles of pulp. I'm not nostalgic for old pulp (I tried and failed to ever get into those old books), so this doesn't really do anything for me.
Here's my plot spoiler notes:
October 11, 2012
Brief Introduction:
After reading the first volume of Rick Remender’s memorable “Fear Agent” series, “Fear Agent Volume One: Re-Ignition,” I was getting more interested in seeing more adventures from Heath Huston, the last Fear Agent of his kind and I will definitely admit that “Fear Agent Volume Two: My War” was much better written then the first volume!
What is the story?
After the events of the first volume where Heath Huston and his new friend Mara Esperanza time travel to the past to stop the Tetaldian Race from overtaking the world, Heath is injured extremely badly and it seemed like he was going to die until the “Jellybrains” aliens (aliens who look like giant brains in a huge container) gave him a new body. Afterwards, Heath leads the alien race to battle only to see Mara killed before his very eyes and him taking a time jump before he could save her! Unfortunately, in the present, Heath then realizes that the Dressite Empire is closer to Earth and he must do everything in his power to stop them while realizing some dark surprises awaiting him!
What I loved about this comic:
Rick Remender’s writing: After reading the first volume of “Fear Agent,” I was actually intrigued to see what would happen to the characters next, especially after the heart-thumping conclusion of the first volume. Now after finally reading the second volume, I was practically on the edge of my seat trying to see if Heath and Mara succeed in their mission to defeat the Tetaldian Race to save Earth! Rick Remender’s writing is as usual hilarious and exciting at the same time as there are many action scenes of Heath defeating various aliens to accomplish his goal. I also loved the way that Rick Remender developed the characters in this book, especially Heath Huston’s character as we finally get an insight about his life before the alien invasion and his relationship with his former wife, Charlotte.
Jerome Opena’s artwork: When I started reading this volume, I was actually surprised that there is a different artist in this volume from the last volume as the first volume had Tony Moore as the artist. But then again, when you read comic books for so long, you will notice that artists change in many storylines. Jerome Opena’s artwork is extremely well done in this volume as landscapes of the alien worlds are done in vivid detail and I loved the way that the alien machinery is illustrated as they look truly advanced. I also liked Heath’s Fear Agent suit as it is orange with blue stripes which makes Heath look so distinguished from any other hero uniform.
What made me feel uncomfortable about this book:
I was torn between giving this volume a four star rating or a four and a half star rating since I think that this volume was better written than the first volume since this volume actually does explain a bit about Heath’s back story before he became a Fear Agent. But, due to the confusing plot lines in this volume, I had to settle for a four star rating on this volume. One of the problems I have with time travel stories is that sometimes it is never mentioned about when one time period has ended and another time period has begun. So, I have often gotten confused with the storyline because of the constant time travel that Heath and Mara had to do throughout this volume. Also, the beginning of the volume was a bit difficult to get through because 1) it was a bit too wordy, so it took a long time to get to the full story of this volume and 2) there was so much going on such as Heath trying to explain to the “Jellybrain” aliens about why he came from the future and the battle with the Tetaldian Race that I found myself getting confused about what was happening at that moment. For anyone who does not like strong violence or strong language in a graphic novel, this volume has strong language such as uttering the “s” word several times and also, the violence is much gorier in this volume as there are images of being cut open.
Final Thoughts:
Overall, even though there were many confusing moments in this volume, “Fear Agent Volume Two: My War” is a great volume to read more about the “Fear Agent” series and I cannot wait to read the third volume of this great series by Rick Remender!
Review is also on: Rabbit Ears Book Blog
After reading the first volume of Rick Remender’s memorable “Fear Agent” series, “Fear Agent Volume One: Re-Ignition,” I was getting more interested in seeing more adventures from Heath Huston, the last Fear Agent of his kind and I will definitely admit that “Fear Agent Volume Two: My War” was much better written then the first volume!
What is the story?
After the events of the first volume where Heath Huston and his new friend Mara Esperanza time travel to the past to stop the Tetaldian Race from overtaking the world, Heath is injured extremely badly and it seemed like he was going to die until the “Jellybrains” aliens (aliens who look like giant brains in a huge container) gave him a new body. Afterwards, Heath leads the alien race to battle only to see Mara killed before his very eyes and him taking a time jump before he could save her! Unfortunately, in the present, Heath then realizes that the Dressite Empire is closer to Earth and he must do everything in his power to stop them while realizing some dark surprises awaiting him!
What I loved about this comic:
Rick Remender’s writing: After reading the first volume of “Fear Agent,” I was actually intrigued to see what would happen to the characters next, especially after the heart-thumping conclusion of the first volume. Now after finally reading the second volume, I was practically on the edge of my seat trying to see if Heath and Mara succeed in their mission to defeat the Tetaldian Race to save Earth! Rick Remender’s writing is as usual hilarious and exciting at the same time as there are many action scenes of Heath defeating various aliens to accomplish his goal. I also loved the way that Rick Remender developed the characters in this book, especially Heath Huston’s character as we finally get an insight about his life before the alien invasion and his relationship with his former wife, Charlotte.
Jerome Opena’s artwork: When I started reading this volume, I was actually surprised that there is a different artist in this volume from the last volume as the first volume had Tony Moore as the artist. But then again, when you read comic books for so long, you will notice that artists change in many storylines. Jerome Opena’s artwork is extremely well done in this volume as landscapes of the alien worlds are done in vivid detail and I loved the way that the alien machinery is illustrated as they look truly advanced. I also liked Heath’s Fear Agent suit as it is orange with blue stripes which makes Heath look so distinguished from any other hero uniform.
What made me feel uncomfortable about this book:
I was torn between giving this volume a four star rating or a four and a half star rating since I think that this volume was better written than the first volume since this volume actually does explain a bit about Heath’s back story before he became a Fear Agent. But, due to the confusing plot lines in this volume, I had to settle for a four star rating on this volume. One of the problems I have with time travel stories is that sometimes it is never mentioned about when one time period has ended and another time period has begun. So, I have often gotten confused with the storyline because of the constant time travel that Heath and Mara had to do throughout this volume. Also, the beginning of the volume was a bit difficult to get through because 1) it was a bit too wordy, so it took a long time to get to the full story of this volume and 2) there was so much going on such as Heath trying to explain to the “Jellybrain” aliens about why he came from the future and the battle with the Tetaldian Race that I found myself getting confused about what was happening at that moment. For anyone who does not like strong violence or strong language in a graphic novel, this volume has strong language such as uttering the “s” word several times and also, the violence is much gorier in this volume as there are images of being cut open.
Final Thoughts:
Overall, even though there were many confusing moments in this volume, “Fear Agent Volume Two: My War” is a great volume to read more about the “Fear Agent” series and I cannot wait to read the third volume of this great series by Rick Remender!
Review is also on: Rabbit Ears Book Blog
August 6, 2010
Hmm. Interesting book; I'm still feeling my way out, but I think I like what I see. I came to the book to see more of Tony Moore's work, so I was somewhat apprehensive about the switch to Opena. Luckily, I've come to enjoy Opena's work, which recalls Sam Kieth and early Bachalo, and I think it's a better match with the colorist and inker, though I'm still looking forward to a return to Moore.
I also like the short 'Tales of the Fear Agent' at the end of each comic, hearkening back to the EC sci fi collections as well as the Franco-Belgians and English anthologies. Seeing the new art styles and writers alongside the original opens up the characters a great deal, and I applaud Remender for not keeping a tight leash on his character.
As to Remender's own writing, it's quite good, but I'm not sure how good yet. Some authors quickly demonstrate how much leeway the reader can afford to give them, and while Remender has given some good signs, there has also been some issues with structure and intention.
Reading the letters page gave me one clue as to this discrepancy, when Remender expresses that the goal of surprising the reader is chief amongst his authorial desires. Now, I don't mind a plot twist now and again, but making this your intention tends to skew the story in undesirable ways.
You can do it by not providing enough information, which is generally harmful to the structure of the story, or you can use red herrings and emotional blindsides, which sets up a grossly artificial sense of structure, one which must become more and more artificial as the readers come to expect the same tricks; think of Shyamalan.
There is a tradition of twist endings in pulp stories, as typified by the early EC books, and then taken up by the likes of The Twilight Zone, and at its best, these can be very entertaining, and can sometimes suddenly alter the reader's point-of-view. But, the irony here is that constant plot twists soon become formulaic, stunting a story they were meant to enliven.
I worry that some of the issue with structure, characterization, and exposition in Fear Agent are the result of the author's need to be unpredictable, to be wild and madcap, and to write the story in an artificial way in order to achieve this.
Remender says that for him, a story is ruined once he feels he can predict it. However, even a predictable story can be enjoyable, if it is well-structured, and if the characters are well-written, whereas a surprising story that gives little thought to plot or character is going to fall flat.
In the letters page, particularly in a long response in issue ten, Remender proves himself capable of thinking critically about his story and his characters, and that he is trying to write without falling into common traps. Specifically, he mentions the concern some readers have had (myself included) that the main character is quickly devolving into a one-note badass antihero, and there are moments when Heath is only one 'bub' from total collapse.
Yet Remender expresses, quite lucidly, how he has been trying to deconstruct that very archetype, and show its flaws and weaknesses to the reader. Yet his attempts to distance his story from cliche are often external exposition: the last refuge of the writer desperate to separate what they intended to write from what they are, in fact, writing.
You cannot present a cliched character and then have other characters around him declare that he is not, in fact, a cliche. Even if their point is valid, the technique is artificial and merely goes to show that the author, unable to show us the point he is trying to make, must instead tell us.
That is also the fraught nature of the letters column, or really, any interview, panel, or other explanation of a work by the author. He can tell us all day what he intended to do, but unless he goddamn does it, it won't matter a fart's whistle.
I'm trying to extend Remender some credit, because I like a lot of what he's doing, but his sophistication sometimes fails him, which is problematic when he's trying to defy and parody long-standing tropes.
In a lot of ways, it reminds me of Aeon Flux, the revolutionary cartoon, whose eponymous protagonist, probably not coincidentally, femme fatale Mara from Fear Agent resembles. Reading interviews with series creator Peter Chung, is somewhat daunting: there are few creators I've seen speak so lucidly, honestly, directly, and insightfully about not only their own work, but their whole medium, which goes some way to explain how he was able to create something both mind-fuckingly unusual, and yet carefully and thoughtfully constructed.
So far, Fear Agent just isn't that unusual: it stands much closer to the things it's parodying, which isn't a problem, but, if Remender is serious about the things he has expressed outside the confines of his story concerning structure, meaning, and characterization, he had better find a good way to get those ideas in there--and not just superficially--but as a foundation from which the rest of the work can spill out.
Making a story effortlessly and elegantly (even a bloody, messy story), is the result of the great thought and invested time put into that work. Doing something unusual is harder than doing something recognizable, and it's much harder to do well.
I'm rooting for Remender, he's doing some great writing, and he's fighting not to sacrifice either fun or intelligence, but he's got a lot more work ahead of him. I want him to surprise me, but I want to be surprised by his hard-won skill and intelligence, not just his plot twists.
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I also like the short 'Tales of the Fear Agent' at the end of each comic, hearkening back to the EC sci fi collections as well as the Franco-Belgians and English anthologies. Seeing the new art styles and writers alongside the original opens up the characters a great deal, and I applaud Remender for not keeping a tight leash on his character.
As to Remender's own writing, it's quite good, but I'm not sure how good yet. Some authors quickly demonstrate how much leeway the reader can afford to give them, and while Remender has given some good signs, there has also been some issues with structure and intention.
Reading the letters page gave me one clue as to this discrepancy, when Remender expresses that the goal of surprising the reader is chief amongst his authorial desires. Now, I don't mind a plot twist now and again, but making this your intention tends to skew the story in undesirable ways.
You can do it by not providing enough information, which is generally harmful to the structure of the story, or you can use red herrings and emotional blindsides, which sets up a grossly artificial sense of structure, one which must become more and more artificial as the readers come to expect the same tricks; think of Shyamalan.
There is a tradition of twist endings in pulp stories, as typified by the early EC books, and then taken up by the likes of The Twilight Zone, and at its best, these can be very entertaining, and can sometimes suddenly alter the reader's point-of-view. But, the irony here is that constant plot twists soon become formulaic, stunting a story they were meant to enliven.
I worry that some of the issue with structure, characterization, and exposition in Fear Agent are the result of the author's need to be unpredictable, to be wild and madcap, and to write the story in an artificial way in order to achieve this.
Remender says that for him, a story is ruined once he feels he can predict it. However, even a predictable story can be enjoyable, if it is well-structured, and if the characters are well-written, whereas a surprising story that gives little thought to plot or character is going to fall flat.
In the letters page, particularly in a long response in issue ten, Remender proves himself capable of thinking critically about his story and his characters, and that he is trying to write without falling into common traps. Specifically, he mentions the concern some readers have had (myself included) that the main character is quickly devolving into a one-note badass antihero, and there are moments when Heath is only one 'bub' from total collapse.
Yet Remender expresses, quite lucidly, how he has been trying to deconstruct that very archetype, and show its flaws and weaknesses to the reader. Yet his attempts to distance his story from cliche are often external exposition: the last refuge of the writer desperate to separate what they intended to write from what they are, in fact, writing.
You cannot present a cliched character and then have other characters around him declare that he is not, in fact, a cliche. Even if their point is valid, the technique is artificial and merely goes to show that the author, unable to show us the point he is trying to make, must instead tell us.
That is also the fraught nature of the letters column, or really, any interview, panel, or other explanation of a work by the author. He can tell us all day what he intended to do, but unless he goddamn does it, it won't matter a fart's whistle.
I'm trying to extend Remender some credit, because I like a lot of what he's doing, but his sophistication sometimes fails him, which is problematic when he's trying to defy and parody long-standing tropes.
In a lot of ways, it reminds me of Aeon Flux, the revolutionary cartoon, whose eponymous protagonist, probably not coincidentally, femme fatale Mara from Fear Agent resembles. Reading interviews with series creator Peter Chung, is somewhat daunting: there are few creators I've seen speak so lucidly, honestly, directly, and insightfully about not only their own work, but their whole medium, which goes some way to explain how he was able to create something both mind-fuckingly unusual, and yet carefully and thoughtfully constructed.
So far, Fear Agent just isn't that unusual: it stands much closer to the things it's parodying, which isn't a problem, but, if Remender is serious about the things he has expressed outside the confines of his story concerning structure, meaning, and characterization, he had better find a good way to get those ideas in there--and not just superficially--but as a foundation from which the rest of the work can spill out.
Making a story effortlessly and elegantly (even a bloody, messy story), is the result of the great thought and invested time put into that work. Doing something unusual is harder than doing something recognizable, and it's much harder to do well.
I'm rooting for Remender, he's doing some great writing, and he's fighting not to sacrifice either fun or intelligence, but he's got a lot more work ahead of him. I want him to surprise me, but I want to be surprised by his hard-won skill and intelligence, not just his plot twists.
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July 16, 2021
What begins as a no-holds-barred romp through the galaxy turns into another humans-versus-aliens war to end all wars, with our hero Heath Huston leading a ragtag bunch of scrappy survivors on a quest to avenge an alien-ravaged Earth. It all should be more fun that it is, though, especially since in these middle volumes, from 2 through 5, the story keeps ratcheting up the stakes, ignoring the most interesting things about its characters, quoting Mark Twain for faux gravitas, and generally becoming less fun and compelling the deeper we get in.
October 10, 2024
A thought-out, at times insane, hard-to-follow plot, complete with alien invasions, time-travel and Mark Twain quotes (he was more nihilistic after losing his daughter and wife), a story that went and introduced twists and plot progressions that I consistently never anticipated but feel jury-rigged (albeit not in a bad way).
2/5 the loner schtick is starting to wear on me
June 10, 2018
A pretty solid series so far
September 8, 2014
I enjoyed this second book, much more than the first. Was it because I had a better idea of what flavor to expect? Or is it because I (GASP) prefer Opena's art over Terry Moore's art?
(You can't do that! This is the guy from "The Walking Dead" we are talking about here!)
I know I know, haters are gonna hate me. Heh heh heh, ... or it may be both factors.Speaking of flavors, though I have come to expect great writing from Remender, I am impressed by the variety of writing tones that he has.
(You can't do that! This is the guy from "The Walking Dead" we are talking about here!)
I know I know, haters are gonna hate me. Heh heh heh, ... or it may be both factors.Speaking of flavors, though I have come to expect great writing from Remender, I am impressed by the variety of writing tones that he has.
May 9, 2025
I'm not crazy about time travel plots to begin with, but I'm cautiously keeping an open mind because the shit Heath got involved in twenty thousand years ago is clearly leading to something.
The Earth scenes in this volume are brutal, and not just because of the mass death. The implications of what the Annubius War was - Earth being shoved into a sideshow between alien despotates and billions dying for it, Heath being one of the most famous historical figures from the era - a lot of good potential.
Heath is still the same miserable sack of shit he's always been, with just that glimmer of positivity to make him compelling. This volume was a bit more of a struggle for me, but it's still good. It's unfortunately the kind of good where I'm more excited to see where it goes than actually enjoyed most of it. Not to the say there weren't plenty of impactful, visceral moments, just that it all felt a bit more transitory.
The Earth scenes in this volume are brutal, and not just because of the mass death. The implications of what the Annubius War was - Earth being shoved into a sideshow between alien despotates and billions dying for it, Heath being one of the most famous historical figures from the era - a lot of good potential.
Heath is still the same miserable sack of shit he's always been, with just that glimmer of positivity to make him compelling. This volume was a bit more of a struggle for me, but it's still good. It's unfortunately the kind of good where I'm more excited to see where it goes than actually enjoyed most of it. Not to the say there weren't plenty of impactful, visceral moments, just that it all felt a bit more transitory.
May 29, 2017
La idea central de este tomo me encantó: Heath teniendo que plantar cara por cosas que hizo o podría haber hecho en alguna de sus versiones variantes en las muchas líneas temporales abiertas a partir de su cronocruzada suicida. Que cada uno de los seis capítulos tuviera un tono y entorno claramente diferenciados también me gustó. Pero -séquesesuponequelagraciadelpersonajeesesaperoigualmehinchóloshuevos- que Heath no pare de hacerse el macho ponedor todo el tomo (incluso poniéndola) me molestó lo suficiente como para, por ahora, promediar para abajo lo que sería un 7,50 mínimo...
Igual ya le tengo ganas al tomo tres.
Igual ya le tengo ganas al tomo tres.
February 13, 2018
The basic premise is interesting. Basically, the whole story is about the aftermath of a series of alien invasions, interwoven with mankind's first interactions with the rest of the universe. The artwork on the whole series is very good, and I normally like Rick Remender, but...I can't give this series a fourth star because the main character is just too obnoxious and off-putting. In fact, there are few characters in this series who are NOT obnoxious, and the ones who aren't just get killed off.
I do want to know what happens next, so I will keep reading the series, but it is in SPITE of the central character, which for me is unusual.
I do want to know what happens next, so I will keep reading the series, but it is in SPITE of the central character, which for me is unusual.
January 4, 2021
The plot continues in the usual swashbuckling style of Heath. But it gets a bit chaotic in the past. You get a sneak peak of Heath's old man as he reminisces about the past (while actually being in the past, Choatic). Heath and Mara go about to set things right. The plot thickens with the feud between the Dressites and Tetaldians. There are oversized level 1 cognitive jelly brain species floating around, adding one more free radical to the plot.
There is deceit in the air, in the pursuit of interplanetary supreme power. And of... there is a clone of Heath running around. Did I not mention chaos ?
Will the time keepers restore peace and eliminate the time anomaly - Heath Huston
There is deceit in the air, in the pursuit of interplanetary supreme power. And of... there is a clone of Heath running around. Did I not mention chaos ?
Will the time keepers restore peace and eliminate the time anomaly - Heath Huston
October 31, 2017
I read the first trade and really liked it. The second was good, but I can already tell this is going to be a depressing story, which, personally, is kind of disappointing. I still really liked the story and the art and will probably pick up the next trade at some point, but it might be awhile. I'm just getting kind of sick of the super dark/depressing books. If you don't mind that stuff, definitely give it a shot (after reading the first, of course)!
May 11, 2021
Brilliant
OVERALL RATING: 5 stars
Art: 5 stars
Prose: 5 stars
Plot: 5 stars
Pacing: 5 stars
Character Development: 5 stars
World Building: 5 stars
Wow the last arc was great but the story just notched up to astro-sphere on the good scale. Plenty of twists and turns. Great banter and strong character development. Looks like Remender has ascended beyond his magnificent Uncanny X-Force run!
OVERALL RATING: 5 stars
Art: 5 stars
Prose: 5 stars
Plot: 5 stars
Pacing: 5 stars
Character Development: 5 stars
World Building: 5 stars
Wow the last arc was great but the story just notched up to astro-sphere on the good scale. Plenty of twists and turns. Great banter and strong character development. Looks like Remender has ascended beyond his magnificent Uncanny X-Force run!
June 7, 2023
This was so much fun. I enjoyed this much more than the first volume. Heath Huston is constantly getting in over his head but at this point in his life, he just doesn't care. Here, Rick Remender gives us time travel, aliens, more aliens, and twists aplenty. I liked Huston's character and personality as it drives the book. Plus, the juxtaposition of a good ol' boy in space is still funny. Jerome Opena's art was super solid. Overall, a fun book that bodes well for the rest of the series.
July 20, 2017
Las desventuras de Heath continúan en este tomo maniacodepresivo en el que Rick se enfrenta no sólo a sí mismo, sino a las consecuencias de sus yoes alternativos, en la forma de un jurado intergaláctico.
August 27, 2018
More fun space western action and adventure with a layered plot where story beats hinted at in the first issue are paid off here. This is as fun as sci-fi gets and the artwork and character designs are incredible. How hasn't this become a movie yet?
February 8, 2020
Heath Huston survives in this volume since his body is cloned by the Jelly-like aliens. Does this sound pulpy? That's because it is! Mara, his romantic interest is there to help him save the Earth. In the end, a few plot twists create a slightly memorable story.
April 20, 2020
Great story of love lost, and gained, and lost again. But then maybe gained again, by a traitorous butthole? I dig the writing but miss the gritty art of Moore. Not that Opeña doss a bad job, I just love Moore!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 26, 2024
A lot was happening in this volume. I did enjoy some of it. Especially the feel of always being screwed and the hero having to barely survive and figure out how. I also liked the surprise death. The ending leaves a bit to be desired and an obvious twist but I'll see how it's handled.
May 28, 2017
Edición argentina, tomo 2 de 6. Incluye viajes en el tiempo jamás vistos y chistes poco elaborados pero escenas conspiranoicas muy bien logradas.
August 16, 2017
Okay I am hooked! This has all the twists of the best comic writing with the best kind of over the top characters and situations!! Love it
January 26, 2022
Fast paced and eventful, a bit messy at points but still good
3.75 stats
3.75 stats
September 17, 2022
Some good parts but no longer the brooding hero :(
October 21, 2022
This felt like a sadder volume. Didn't have quite the kick of cliffhanger of the first, so I don't feel inclined to continue.
March 4, 2017
As good as the first one, not to much of clash in art , this series is turning better than I expected, getting deeper in character development .The end was a surprise .solid writing , the not swearing is bothering me a bit , because bthe feel a bit out of character .Using fugging when the character is in deep trouble , takes me out a bit but this is a small complaint compare to the good stuff.
December 13, 2016
Apparently, Remender wrote these by the seat of his pants without any overarching plot in mind, and it shows. Fortunately for him, he's creatively talented enough to cover his butt.
I mean, here you have giant alien jellyfish cutting a man's brain out of his damaged body, cloning a healthy flesh vessel, and putting it back in. How does it work? Who cares! Let's just get back to the drinking and shooting.
Something I really pick up here more than anywhere else is Remender's distaste for likable protagonists. No need for them here, they're just not interesting.
I mean, here you have giant alien jellyfish cutting a man's brain out of his damaged body, cloning a healthy flesh vessel, and putting it back in. How does it work? Who cares! Let's just get back to the drinking and shooting.
Something I really pick up here more than anywhere else is Remender's distaste for likable protagonists. No need for them here, they're just not interesting.
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