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Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1
Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1
From the pen of Steve Moore (DR. WHO; JONNI FUTURE) comes a tale of Hercules in his darkest hours. When the Thracian King summons the Greek hero and his six battle-worn companions to mold the Thracian army into a bloodthirsty, ruthless killing machine, the Son of Zeus rushes to answer the call of war and gold. But within the nation of Thrace lies an epic tale of war, murder, deception, and sacrifice that shows Hercules how far from grace he’s fallen- and what he must do to earn redemption.
- GenresGraphic Novels
23 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 30, 2008
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Steve Moore
220 books47 followersSteve Moore was a British comics writer known for his influence on the industry and his close connection with Alan Moore (no relation). He was instrumental in guiding Alan Moore early in his career and collaborated with him under pseudonyms in various projects.
Moore contributed extensively to British comics, particularly in anthologies such as 2000 AD, where he helped shape the Future Shocks format and wrote for Dan Dare. His work extended to Doctor Who Weekly, where he co-created Abslom Daak, and Warrior, where he revived Axel Pressbutton. His involvement with Marvel UK included writing for Hulk and Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D..
Outside of comics, Moore had a deep interest in Chinese history, mythology, and the I Ching, which influenced much of his writing. He edited Fortean Times and contributed to works on the unexplained. His novel Somnium explored his fascination with the moon goddess Selene.
Later in his career, Moore scripted Hercules: The Thracian Wars, which was adapted into a film in 2014. He ultimately retired from mainstream comics to focus on non-fiction and research, maintaining his lifelong engagement with esoteric studies.
Moore contributed extensively to British comics, particularly in anthologies such as 2000 AD, where he helped shape the Future Shocks format and wrote for Dan Dare. His work extended to Doctor Who Weekly, where he co-created Abslom Daak, and Warrior, where he revived Axel Pressbutton. His involvement with Marvel UK included writing for Hulk and Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D..
Outside of comics, Moore had a deep interest in Chinese history, mythology, and the I Ching, which influenced much of his writing. He edited Fortean Times and contributed to works on the unexplained. His novel Somnium explored his fascination with the moon goddess Selene.
Later in his career, Moore scripted Hercules: The Thracian Wars, which was adapted into a film in 2014. He ultimately retired from mainstream comics to focus on non-fiction and research, maintaining his lifelong engagement with esoteric studies.
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January 27, 2015
Eight warriors, Iolaus, Meneus, the seer Amphiaraus, Autolycus, Meleager, Atalanta, Tydeus and Hercules come to Thrace's king Cotys to train his warriors, but like in most Greek myths where Hercules is a guest to a poor host...when 'Cotys' enraged the son of Zeus, there is blood to pay...but in the end, whoes? For all is not as it seems.
I watched the movie Hercules (2014) tonight, and wanted to read the comic book from which it was spawned. At the time of this review it's offered free on Amazon (it's only 20 or so pages, and leaves off at a cliffhanger).
Hercules the movie implies that all the mythical aspects of the legends were stories and the truth behind it is a man, a hero.
The narrator of the comics is Iolaus, and we see myths out of lore, but changed just so it all fits together in a mercenary sort of way.
I watched the movie Hercules (2014) tonight, and wanted to read the comic book from which it was spawned. At the time of this review it's offered free on Amazon (it's only 20 or so pages, and leaves off at a cliffhanger).
Hercules the movie implies that all the mythical aspects of the legends were stories and the truth behind it is a man, a hero.
The narrator of the comics is Iolaus, and we see myths out of lore, but changed just so it all fits together in a mercenary sort of way.
August 15, 2021
1.5 ⭐
Not as bad as Radical's other comics, but that's really not saying much tbh. Also nothing like the movie adaption, which made some really bizarre choices, especially after reading this comic and seeing the actual story.
Not as bad as Radical's other comics, but that's really not saying much tbh. Also nothing like the movie adaption, which made some really bizarre choices, especially after reading this comic and seeing the actual story.
February 28, 2024
#1 Definitely NOT for children.
#2 Decent artwork but story is a little choppy
#3 Decidedly expensive for such a short story
#2 Decent artwork but story is a little choppy
#3 Decidedly expensive for such a short story
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