Arcbound #1

by Frank Tieri, Frank William (colorist), Ryan Smallman (cover_art)

New York Times bestselling-author SCOTT SNYDER, comics titan FRANK TIERI and acclaimed artist RYAN SMALLMAN with contributions by Oscar-nominated actor TOM HARDY to bring you a bold new sci-fi saga! In a future where Earth has become a barren wasteland, Zynitec harnesses the unmatched energy of Kronium to assert its dominion across the stars. When Kai, a rising star Mediator in Zynitec’s army, gets an unexplained message from a mysterious entity, everything he thinks he believes is thrown into question—and leaves him to explore what it truly means to be human in a world where the boundaries of technology and identity blur. • The first comic developed by Venom and Mad Max's Tom Hardy! • Tom Hardy and Scott Snyder team up for this new 12 issue epic sci fi event!

Genres: Comics

Kindle Edition

Published November 13, 2024

Reviews

[Christian · Rating 3 out of 5]

A military general gets guilty conscience for killing and enslaving inhabitants of planets in order to mine their riches

Pretty cool art and decent story in general. A bit worried that this is an outlet for "humanity bad" analysis from the writers. Juvenile in other words. If so, that overarching premise will overshadow any interesting and complex fates or characters. Also, brace for more virtue signalling. Hopefully not. Not sure but I think I will check out the rest

[Duncs Comics · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not bad, but pretty forgettable considering Scott Snyder and Tom Hardy's names are attached to this.
It is ultraviolent and a fairly generic sci-fi premise. It is just the first issue of a broader story, so given the ending I should see what more this series has to offer, but this introduction didn't make it a priority for me to return.

In a similar vein to BRZRKR with Keanu Reeves, I could see this being an IP utilized for a future Tom Hardy film, though?

[RubiGiráldez RubiGiráldez · Rating 2 out of 5]

Mercado demasiado copado de propuestas sci-fi indie como para confiar en que el elemento "gore" empalmado con el discurso anti militarista/capitalista de una distopía cósmica haga despuntar esta historia.

[Marcus · Rating 3 out of 5]

A pretty solid start, I like that we have an older protagonist and felt this was a breezy read. Very violent, the art reminded me of Aeon Flux at points and I dig it. I will say the plot is very familiar but I’m hoping the characters and the tone will carry it out.

[jojo ✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

this received a standing ovation from me in my room & i can't wait to see what kai will be up to now!!

[Wm · Rating 2 out of 5]

Interesting premise, but half a book of bloodshed and a half a book of story (and half the story is banter), for me, is not worth it.

[Evan Thomas · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent start to a series

A tad violent, but not too bad, and a good main character who seems to be good at his core. Written a little dramatic, but not awful. Nice visuals.

[Annalisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a good start. I'm intrigued and interested to see what comes next.

[Eric · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really love the world building and the art, reminds me of some old video games I used to play like mass effect but a smaller scale, it's getting really interesting.

[Lizzy DeMarco · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not up to the standard I expect from Scott.