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FCBD 2015
In the dark, crowded basement of the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry, a cultural biologist studies the history of mankind's deadly interaction with "Xenomorphic Alien Species." But something lurks in the darkness that may make the biologist's Alien encounter far less academic! Aliens: Free Comic Book Day is the frightening prequel to Aliens: More Than Human , written by John Arcudi (BPRD, Doom Patrol, The Mask ) and illustrated by Zach Howard ( Shaun of the Dead, Year One Batman: Scarecrow, The Cape ) and Mark Irwin ( Green Lantern, Brightest Day, X-Men ).
12 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 7, 2015
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June 10, 2017
Really establishes an effective creepiness factor, contrasting the dryness of academia with the chaos of alien attacks.
December 25, 2017
3 Stars
At only 12 pages (Its FREE, so sue me), you don't get too much bang for your buck, or non-buck. Just a scientist trying to figure out things AFTER the Alien invasion. It does whet my appetite for the comics; so I will definitely be picking these up. The illustrations were really good.
btw; you can still get this for free on Amazon :)
At only 12 pages (Its FREE, so sue me), you don't get too much bang for your buck, or non-buck. Just a scientist trying to figure out things AFTER the Alien invasion. It does whet my appetite for the comics; so I will definitely be picking these up. The illustrations were really good.
btw; you can still get this for free on Amazon :)
May 10, 2018
A fun little prologue that hints at a terrible past, this is meant to entice you into getting the full comic. I'm not sold, but it could be good.
October 23, 2017
Well, wasn't this a complete surprise package, especially as it was offered under the "Free Comic Book Day" banner. I've found some of these offerings more than a bit on the crappy side while others are eye blindingly spectacular. This graphic novel is one of the latter.
The artwork .... oh my ..... the artwork! It was simply amaaazing! The artist has rendered the Alien so life-like it's almost like watching the movie. And the completely new storyline held me spellbound and on the edge of my seat from start to finish. There was even a moment there at the end when I was wondering whether I needed to check my knickers. Whether you're a comic book aficionado, a graphic book newbie or simply returning to the joy of your youth then you will find this offering an excellent example of quality work.
The artwork .... oh my ..... the artwork! It was simply amaaazing! The artist has rendered the Alien so life-like it's almost like watching the movie. And the completely new storyline held me spellbound and on the edge of my seat from start to finish. There was even a moment there at the end when I was wondering whether I needed to check my knickers. Whether you're a comic book aficionado, a graphic book newbie or simply returning to the joy of your youth then you will find this offering an excellent example of quality work.
October 4, 2020
This issue of FCBD 2015 is a rather slow moving story with next to no action. The story revolves around a scientist asking himself questions surrounding the development of cultures and societies along alien life forms.
I didn't think there was much here
I didn't think there was much here
June 24, 2020
2/5 Stars. (%42/100)
After humanity's encounter with the alien species, a scientist is researching the xenomorph by comparing it to humans, insects, and apes. Though xenomorphs carry similar qualities the aforementioned, they are uniquely intelligent and that makes them very dangerous. The art style was really good. The thing that I really liked is the atmosphere. The atmosphere is very tense and you really feel anxious and even scared even though this is pretty much an introduction and very short volume. In general, it was okay and almost three stars for me.
After humanity's encounter with the alien species, a scientist is researching the xenomorph by comparing it to humans, insects, and apes. Though xenomorphs carry similar qualities the aforementioned, they are uniquely intelligent and that makes them very dangerous. The art style was really good. The thing that I really liked is the atmosphere. The atmosphere is very tense and you really feel anxious and even scared even though this is pretty much an introduction and very short volume. In general, it was okay and almost three stars for me.
December 18, 2016
I picked up this book from Amazon as soon as I've seen. I love the movie Aliens. The Predator is my favorite alien of all times (except for Doctor Who), but I still love Aliens. I was so curious to see what was going to happen in this comic. Sadly, it was so short and with no story. It just talked a little about them and I really thought something was going to happen at the end.
It was a nice read, but nothing special to me.
It was a nice read, but nothing special to me.
May 29, 2018
That artwork. Doesn't matter it has only 12 pages. I loved it and I swear, one day, if I have wedding, I'll ask Mark Irwin to make me wedding announcement cards. With Aliens on it. And facehuggers. And blood.
December 12, 2016
This was a very interesting direction for the Alien franchise that had some great artwork, and it was free on Amazon.
June 28, 2018
¡3.5 estrellas!
Alien es una de mis películas favoritas y en cuento vi este comic y gratis en Amazon, no dudé en adquirirlo. Como se indica, es el #0, así que es un comic introductorio y no hay más "acción" hasta en el final que se maneja un poco de suspenso (debo aclarar que mi corazoncito dió un salto en esa parte pesando que iba a ocurrir algo sangriento jaja).
Gracias a ese suspenso, definitivamente voy por el siguiente número.
Alien es una de mis películas favoritas y en cuento vi este comic y gratis en Amazon, no dudé en adquirirlo. Como se indica, es el #0, así que es un comic introductorio y no hay más "acción" hasta en el final que se maneja un poco de suspenso (debo aclarar que mi corazoncito dió un salto en esa parte pesando que iba a ocurrir algo sangriento jaja).
Gracias a ese suspenso, definitivamente voy por el siguiente número.
March 7, 2020
Humanity have survived the xenomorph reaching the Earth and a scientist is considering whether they show any signs of intelligence, having been known to disable security systems to aid their hunting of their prey.
This comic book, realised for free for free comic book day, set the basis for a longer story, which is continued in the essential aliens series by Dark Horse. It is a good introduction and leaves the reading wanting to find out more about how the aliens were defeated on Earth.
This comic book, realised for free for free comic book day, set the basis for a longer story, which is continued in the essential aliens series by Dark Horse. It is a good introduction and leaves the reading wanting to find out more about how the aliens were defeated on Earth.
June 11, 2019
Sean Major - Son of Beth Thomas.
I’m 27 and haven’t picked up a comic in about 20 years. That being said, I enjoyed reading this enough that I borrowed a graphic novel from my local library. As an avid reader of crime fiction, comics are a nice quick read and break from whatever else I am reading at the moment.
I’m 27 and haven’t picked up a comic in about 20 years. That being said, I enjoyed reading this enough that I borrowed a graphic novel from my local library. As an avid reader of crime fiction, comics are a nice quick read and break from whatever else I am reading at the moment.
May 10, 2017
Awesome!!
Great little introduction into the comic world with the xenomorphic Aliens. Gets your blood pumping for more excitement just by his narration of the xenomorphs invasion of the earth. Awesome graphics and illustrations, and again great writing. Excellent read.
Great little introduction into the comic world with the xenomorphic Aliens. Gets your blood pumping for more excitement just by his narration of the xenomorphs invasion of the earth. Awesome graphics and illustrations, and again great writing. Excellent read.
December 28, 2017
A great start...
A great start...not the cliff hanger I was expecting. If your doing a comic book, especially a comic book, you want to end with something way more visual. People have a way of coming back to something memorable. Especially, if it intrigues them.
A great start...not the cliff hanger I was expecting. If your doing a comic book, especially a comic book, you want to end with something way more visual. People have a way of coming back to something memorable. Especially, if it intrigues them.
April 17, 2018
Interesting...
I don't read many comics, but this grabbed my attention and was free. It made me interested enough to look for the next one. Art was good and captivated my attention. Made for a nice change of pace for me.
I don't read many comics, but this grabbed my attention and was free. It made me interested enough to look for the next one. Art was good and captivated my attention. Made for a nice change of pace for me.
May 5, 2018
Better than average free comic book day offering from 2009. Great artwork, engaging story and interesting concept. I think it was supposed to be a prequel of sorts for the horrible Prometheus movie. If true, this book excels that movie in every way.
August 6, 2020
Signifying nothing
Short nonsense Introduction to a comic book. Read the whole thing in 3 minutes and and was not interested enough to follow further. Gave it 3 stars because the artwork was good.
Short nonsense Introduction to a comic book. Read the whole thing in 3 minutes and and was not interested enough to follow further. Gave it 3 stars because the artwork was good.
April 30, 2021
As a standalone fairly empty
A few pages with quite strong art, setting the stage for a longer work that I am not quite motivated to find based on this. It's not bad and if you aren't burnt out on aliens as a universe this does tease more.
A few pages with quite strong art, setting the stage for a longer work that I am not quite motivated to find based on this. It's not bad and if you aren't burnt out on aliens as a universe this does tease more.
January 27, 2017
It was a good book
I liked it because it tells the whole history of the aliens history I just really liked it it was good
I liked it because it tells the whole history of the aliens history I just really liked it it was good
May 21, 2017
Very good book to read - even a beginner like me can follow and understand what happening and the graphics are doo good
May 24, 2017
Aliens
Pretty good, but researching aliens always leads to disaster. I enjoyed this, wish it was a little longer but great start.
Pretty good, but researching aliens always leads to disaster. I enjoyed this, wish it was a little longer but great start.
May 24, 2017
it was pretty interesting sadly enough it was super short. but I think it is an very cool way to explain the aliens story and such.
July 7, 2017
Good
I liked it but it needs to be longer. I also like the part were there is the mannequin alien hanging over his head
I liked it but it needs to be longer. I also like the part were there is the mannequin alien hanging over his head
July 18, 2017
didn't really engage with this story as I felt it didn't really go anywhere.
September 18, 2017
Definitely want to read more!
December 25, 2017
Interesting
Good teaser comic. Makes me want to check out the series. Good art, and not too complicated. It looks great.
Good teaser comic. Makes me want to check out the series. Good art, and not too complicated. It looks great.
December 26, 2017
Short
Really short not much to it really kind of disappointed as I like to read but hey I'll find something worth reading eventually
Really short not much to it really kind of disappointed as I like to read but hey I'll find something worth reading eventually
February 17, 2018
Interesante
Me gusto. Es un buen comic. Un poco corto para mi gusto, pero esta bien definido y la temática es ampliamente conocida por todos.
Me gusto. Es un buen comic. Un poco corto para mi gusto, pero esta bien definido y la temática es ampliamente conocida por todos.
February 17, 2018
Muy corto!!
March 9, 2018
Interesting start, with an intriguing plot. Not sure how it will pan out in a longer story, but I'd definitely be interested in reading Issue 1 to find out.
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