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Assassin's Creed: Assassins #1-5
Assassin's Creed, Volume 1: Trial by Fire
Based on the popular game series, this graphic novel follows a fresh inductee into the modern-day Assassin Brotherhood - as they uncover a conspiracy in their DNA that stretches back hundreds of years! Contains first 5 issues of the Assassin's Creed comic.
128 pages, Paperback
First published July 5, 2016
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Anthony Del Col
131 books47 followersAnthony is a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer/producer of podcasts and comics. His stories include KILL SHAKESPEARE, ASSASSIN'S CREED, the controversial graphic novel THE DEATH OF NANCY DREW, and the award-winning Insider comic I ESCAPED A CHINESE INTERNMENT CAMP, a first-person exploration of one Muslim Uyghur woman’s imprisonment by the Chinese government (2022 Pulitzer Award for Illustrated Reporting and Commentary).
His 2020 audio drama ASSASSIN’S CREED: GOLD, starring Oscar-nominee Riz Ahmed, was Audible’s top-rated release of the year. HIs first project with Audible, the found-footage thriller UNHEARD: THE STORY OF ANNA WINSLOW, hit #1 on Audible and broke download records.
Other projects include the Ringo Awards-nominated graphic novel SON OF HITLER (“few war stories are this much fun” - NPR); LUKE CAGE: EVERYMAN (Marvel), three seasons of Wondery’s hit podcast AGAINST THE ODDS, over 50 episodes of the Army Matters podcast and a series of acclaimed and award-winning comics for Insider that explore subjects such as anti-Muslim policies in India, filtration camps in Ukraine and migrant workers in Qatar.
A proud Canadian, he lives in Brooklyn with his lovely - and patient - wife Lisa, son Dashiell and daughter Siena.
His 2020 audio drama ASSASSIN’S CREED: GOLD, starring Oscar-nominee Riz Ahmed, was Audible’s top-rated release of the year. HIs first project with Audible, the found-footage thriller UNHEARD: THE STORY OF ANNA WINSLOW, hit #1 on Audible and broke download records.
Other projects include the Ringo Awards-nominated graphic novel SON OF HITLER (“few war stories are this much fun” - NPR); LUKE CAGE: EVERYMAN (Marvel), three seasons of Wondery’s hit podcast AGAINST THE ODDS, over 50 episodes of the Army Matters podcast and a series of acclaimed and award-winning comics for Insider that explore subjects such as anti-Muslim policies in India, filtration camps in Ukraine and migrant workers in Qatar.
A proud Canadian, he lives in Brooklyn with his lovely - and patient - wife Lisa, son Dashiell and daughter Siena.
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July 12, 2017
Hunting Witches
10 July 2017 - Perth
With another comic that I am reviewing you may be wondering why it is that I have said numerous times previously that I'm not a big fan of comics. Well, it has more to do with me wanting to go and check out comic books stores so that I can Yelp about them, and like the guy in the comic book store where I purchased this comic, I really have no need for merchandise meaning that the only thing that I am going to buy when checking out a comic bookstore are comic books. Anyway, as I was browsing this particular comic grabbed my attention so, even though like most comics this was incredibly overpriced (though it seems that book prices have gone through the roof recently, though this probably has more to do with bookshops becoming a dying breed), I thought I might check it out.
The thing is that I tend to like stories involving assassins, though it eventually turns out that the story ends up not being all that good. This is particularly the case with movies, though of late I have seen some pretty awesome assassin related movies, including the Assassin's Creed movie (though that was actually a while ago now). I'm sure many of us are aware of the backstory to the Assassin's Creed universe, though I'll be honest and admit that I haven't played any of the games, though that has a lot more to do with not having any time to play games as opposed to not wanting to play them (and even then, when it comes to games, I tend to be rather old school – bring back the Commodore 64, or even the DOS Box).
So, the story goes that there are two factions – the Knight's Templar and the Brotherhood and they are locked in an eternal war. Both factions are attempting to obtain artifacts known as Pieces of Eden and they locate them by going back in time, though they don't actually travel physically, nor are they able to have any influence – they are just spectators – instead they go back to an ancestor and then pretty much follow the ancestor around until they locate the piece. Once they have found where the piece is hidden they return to the present day and then go and hunt down the artifact.
Trail by Fire appears to be the first in a series of comics and takes us back to the days of the Salem Witch Trials. The story focuses around a woman named Charlotte de Cruz, whose ancestor happens to be one of the Brotherhood. As such, she is approached by the brotherhood in the present day so that they can send her back to the days of the witch trials. From what I gather from the movie it isn't just the Brotherhood that has this technology, the Templars have it as well, and I also get the impression that the Templars are much better financed than the Brotherhood are, who these days (as it appears that they have always done), lurk in the shadows.
The story is not what grabbed my attention though, but rather the piece at the end on the witch trials. The story behind Salem is that it was a colony established by the Puritans, and these guys take fundamentalism to the extreme (much like religious fanatics always have done). The thing is that when we hear about witch burnings, we tend to automatically think of Salem, when in reality this was happening all over the world. One thing that struck me is that the victims were predominantly women, and usually independent woman at that. It appears that the trials were more about oppressing women, and using religion as a way of keeping them in their place. From what I gathered from the piece at the end, this aspect of religious zealotry was just another form of oppression masquerading as religious purity – these women never were witches, and it is unlikely that any of them knew the first thing about witchcraft. Even if they did, that still didn't give anybody the right to kill them.
I guess the other thing was that life in Salem was particularly hard, and people back then still saw a lot more spiritual forces at play in the world. This was a world where people believed in vampires and ghosts. Sure, the scientific revolution was beginning to take hold, but that was back in the old world – this was the new world, and the people of Salem literally lived on the edge of the unknown. Beyond the town were dark forests and uninhabited lands (that is except for the original inhabitants, but in the eyes of the people of Salem, they didn't count). In a sense there was a fear that their civilisation could easily be overrun by the forces of evil, and one wrong move could bring the wrath of god upon them. The interesting thing is that Christ's Christianity was a religion of freedom, and freedom from fear, yet these puritans, on the edge of the world, had turned this around so that they were once again living in fear.
10 July 2017 - Perth
With another comic that I am reviewing you may be wondering why it is that I have said numerous times previously that I'm not a big fan of comics. Well, it has more to do with me wanting to go and check out comic books stores so that I can Yelp about them, and like the guy in the comic book store where I purchased this comic, I really have no need for merchandise meaning that the only thing that I am going to buy when checking out a comic bookstore are comic books. Anyway, as I was browsing this particular comic grabbed my attention so, even though like most comics this was incredibly overpriced (though it seems that book prices have gone through the roof recently, though this probably has more to do with bookshops becoming a dying breed), I thought I might check it out.
The thing is that I tend to like stories involving assassins, though it eventually turns out that the story ends up not being all that good. This is particularly the case with movies, though of late I have seen some pretty awesome assassin related movies, including the Assassin's Creed movie (though that was actually a while ago now). I'm sure many of us are aware of the backstory to the Assassin's Creed universe, though I'll be honest and admit that I haven't played any of the games, though that has a lot more to do with not having any time to play games as opposed to not wanting to play them (and even then, when it comes to games, I tend to be rather old school – bring back the Commodore 64, or even the DOS Box).
So, the story goes that there are two factions – the Knight's Templar and the Brotherhood and they are locked in an eternal war. Both factions are attempting to obtain artifacts known as Pieces of Eden and they locate them by going back in time, though they don't actually travel physically, nor are they able to have any influence – they are just spectators – instead they go back to an ancestor and then pretty much follow the ancestor around until they locate the piece. Once they have found where the piece is hidden they return to the present day and then go and hunt down the artifact.
Trail by Fire appears to be the first in a series of comics and takes us back to the days of the Salem Witch Trials. The story focuses around a woman named Charlotte de Cruz, whose ancestor happens to be one of the Brotherhood. As such, she is approached by the brotherhood in the present day so that they can send her back to the days of the witch trials. From what I gather from the movie it isn't just the Brotherhood that has this technology, the Templars have it as well, and I also get the impression that the Templars are much better financed than the Brotherhood are, who these days (as it appears that they have always done), lurk in the shadows.
The story is not what grabbed my attention though, but rather the piece at the end on the witch trials. The story behind Salem is that it was a colony established by the Puritans, and these guys take fundamentalism to the extreme (much like religious fanatics always have done). The thing is that when we hear about witch burnings, we tend to automatically think of Salem, when in reality this was happening all over the world. One thing that struck me is that the victims were predominantly women, and usually independent woman at that. It appears that the trials were more about oppressing women, and using religion as a way of keeping them in their place. From what I gathered from the piece at the end, this aspect of religious zealotry was just another form of oppression masquerading as religious purity – these women never were witches, and it is unlikely that any of them knew the first thing about witchcraft. Even if they did, that still didn't give anybody the right to kill them.
I guess the other thing was that life in Salem was particularly hard, and people back then still saw a lot more spiritual forces at play in the world. This was a world where people believed in vampires and ghosts. Sure, the scientific revolution was beginning to take hold, but that was back in the old world – this was the new world, and the people of Salem literally lived on the edge of the unknown. Beyond the town were dark forests and uninhabited lands (that is except for the original inhabitants, but in the eyes of the people of Salem, they didn't count). In a sense there was a fear that their civilisation could easily be overrun by the forces of evil, and one wrong move could bring the wrath of god upon them. The interesting thing is that Christ's Christianity was a religion of freedom, and freedom from fear, yet these puritans, on the edge of the world, had turned this around so that they were once again living in fear.
July 24, 2018
I almost gave this 3 stars but I think that's just because it pains me to hate anything Assassin's Creed related. This is just ...so convoluted. I don't really know what's even going on in the present day portion of this book, although that's really nothing new and honestly I wish there wasn't so much focus in the AC franchise on present day stuff in general. I'm here for the stuff that takes place in the past and I generally dislike anything that takes me away from that. Also I think it's a really weird choice to have the present day person be a woman and the assassin in the past be a man, especially since there was a female assassin with him for most of the time. Why not just make the woman be the ancestor? So basically the plot is confusing and I find the assassin guy annoying and unlikable. I might try to read the next volume to see if it actually goes anywhere but this was definitely not a good start.
March 14, 2018
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O primeiro volume da série apresenta a premssa fantástica que permite as aventuras de Assassin’s Creed – um aparelho que permite passar aventuras no passado. Charlotte de La Cruz é uma das melhores jogadoras, utilizando o jogo como uma forma de escape pela desilusão de mais um sonho não concretizado.
Um dia é descoberta por um grupo secreto que lhe mostra que existe um outro simulador que permite viver alguns momentos no passado no corpo de um antepassado, através do ADN do jogador. Com esta descoberta vem o peso da revelação – muito mais está em jogo do que uma simples missão fictícia, muitos secredos que se baseiam em momentos chave do passado.
Muita coisa depende de Charlotte de La Cruz mas cada momento de imersão no passado tem um custo, principalmente porque o antepassado de Charlotte é um assassino implacável e a jovem não consegue assistir impassível à violência perpetuada. Cada momento fornece um conjunto de novas pistas sobre o passado que se reflectem no presente, mas a sua interpretação nem sempre é linear e directa.
A missão, no passado, decorre em Salem durante os tempos de caça às bruxas, mostrando como um grupo poderoso se aproveita do sentimento religioso para procurar uma pessoa com dons que possa usar e, no percurso, vai matando as mulheres que encontra.
Carregado de momentos de acção e bastante cuidado visualmente, o primeiro volume apresenta-nos uma associação secreta cujos intuitos desconhecemos, e as pistas acumulam-se para nos fazer pensar (e a Charlotte de la Cruz) que nem todos os objectivos das personagens foram, ainda, revelados.
O primeiro volume da série apresenta a premssa fantástica que permite as aventuras de Assassin’s Creed – um aparelho que permite passar aventuras no passado. Charlotte de La Cruz é uma das melhores jogadoras, utilizando o jogo como uma forma de escape pela desilusão de mais um sonho não concretizado.
Um dia é descoberta por um grupo secreto que lhe mostra que existe um outro simulador que permite viver alguns momentos no passado no corpo de um antepassado, através do ADN do jogador. Com esta descoberta vem o peso da revelação – muito mais está em jogo do que uma simples missão fictícia, muitos secredos que se baseiam em momentos chave do passado.
Muita coisa depende de Charlotte de La Cruz mas cada momento de imersão no passado tem um custo, principalmente porque o antepassado de Charlotte é um assassino implacável e a jovem não consegue assistir impassível à violência perpetuada. Cada momento fornece um conjunto de novas pistas sobre o passado que se reflectem no presente, mas a sua interpretação nem sempre é linear e directa.
A missão, no passado, decorre em Salem durante os tempos de caça às bruxas, mostrando como um grupo poderoso se aproveita do sentimento religioso para procurar uma pessoa com dons que possa usar e, no percurso, vai matando as mulheres que encontra.
Carregado de momentos de acção e bastante cuidado visualmente, o primeiro volume apresenta-nos uma associação secreta cujos intuitos desconhecemos, e as pistas acumulam-se para nos fazer pensar (e a Charlotte de la Cruz) que nem todos os objectivos das personagens foram, ainda, revelados.
June 5, 2021
Trial by Fire is a new story in the Assassin's Creed universe taking place in 2015 and in the 1692 Salem witch trials.
It's a great read for fans and casuals alike. It's focus is more in the present so fans who don't care about the present day AC storyline might find this confusing or boring but for me it was very interesting.
The art is pretty good too. It's characters both in the past and the present (while I have not spent enough time with them yet) I can say they're interesting enough to want to read more.
We follow Charlotte De La Cruz when she gets introduced into the brotherhood, her life changes as she has to escape the Templar order hunting her and experience the memories of her ancestor Tom Stoddard to discover something crucial to the brotherhood only she can find.
Recommended!
It's a great read for fans and casuals alike. It's focus is more in the present so fans who don't care about the present day AC storyline might find this confusing or boring but for me it was very interesting.
The art is pretty good too. It's characters both in the past and the present (while I have not spent enough time with them yet) I can say they're interesting enough to want to read more.
We follow Charlotte De La Cruz when she gets introduced into the brotherhood, her life changes as she has to escape the Templar order hunting her and experience the memories of her ancestor Tom Stoddard to discover something crucial to the brotherhood only she can find.
Recommended!
July 22, 2016
Meh. I'm not sure I can recommend this even to AC fans, unless you're of the rabid, must consume all persuasion. It simply isn't a very good story, and it isn't told very well, and the characters aren't very appealing. Salem during the witch trials is, in theory, an appealing time and place, but there really aren't that many spaces for an Assassin to occupy in the historical record. The heavy-handed dialog and shrill characters don't help. And considering all the heat Ubisoft has taken (before Syndicate, at least) for a lack of female protagonists, it's a weird choice to have a female as the present day protagonist... whose Assassin ancestor is a man. But most of all, I don't like seeing any present day protagonist out Desmond Desmond, by being able to use the Bleeding Effect much more quickly and with far less side effects than Desmond himself had been able to.
May 26, 2020
that was surprisingly good
February 6, 2017
Skvelé ilustrácie. Kopa akcie. Minulosť a súčasnosť. No, chýba tomu len trochu lepšie prepracovanie, čo sa týka príbehu a možno trochu lepšie vykreslenie postáv, ale inak je to vcelku dobré čítanie. Rozhodne lepšie ako knihy od Bowdena.
December 27, 2021
This was quite confusing and near the end I didn't really understand what was going on! The art was good and I did enjoy the sections when they were in Salem. I will read the second volume as I have it, but not expecting a lot.
March 15, 2021
Graphic novels were a genre of book that I had no experience with. My friends read a lot of these types of books, but I never really got into them myself. So, when I chose my graphic novel to read, I chose one that I had some background knowledge on. That lead me to Assassins Creed Trial by Fire. Growing up playing the Xbox 360, I had some knowledge of Assassin’s Creed through video games.
When I first picked up the book, I didn’t know what to expect, but I ended up really enjoying reading this book. It doesn’t take the amount of time to get through it as a normal book would. What else appealed to me was that it had a lot of pictures in it. I’m a visual learner and loved seeing the pictures in this book compared to the usual chapter book where the reader had to imagine what was going on themselves. This book was also filled with action and a lot of fighting scenes. I really don’t want to spoil the book for people who don’t know what Assassin’s Creed is about.
I would highly recommend the graphic novel genre to anyone that is considered a visual learner. Even if you aren’t, I would still recommend that you at least give this genre a shot. As I said I avoided reading this genre and has no experience with it until I had to read one for my English class. This experience really opened my eyes to what I was missing out on by not reading this genre. I hope everyone gets to experience a feeling similar to mine when they first try out a graphic novel.
When I first picked up the book, I didn’t know what to expect, but I ended up really enjoying reading this book. It doesn’t take the amount of time to get through it as a normal book would. What else appealed to me was that it had a lot of pictures in it. I’m a visual learner and loved seeing the pictures in this book compared to the usual chapter book where the reader had to imagine what was going on themselves. This book was also filled with action and a lot of fighting scenes. I really don’t want to spoil the book for people who don’t know what Assassin’s Creed is about.
I would highly recommend the graphic novel genre to anyone that is considered a visual learner. Even if you aren’t, I would still recommend that you at least give this genre a shot. As I said I avoided reading this genre and has no experience with it until I had to read one for my English class. This experience really opened my eyes to what I was missing out on by not reading this genre. I hope everyone gets to experience a feeling similar to mine when they first try out a graphic novel.
March 29, 2018
Assassin's Creed Prova de Fogo marca uma nova aventura editorial no domínio da edição de comics em português. Uma série que não surpreende nem deslumbra, apenas entretém. Para os fãs mais ferrenhos da saga Assassin’s Creed, esta é uma boa adição que leva o mundo ficcional da série para lá do ecrã. Para leitores de BD apostados em entretenimento, diria que safam melhor com com o alinhamento Marvel da goody, embora como as expectativas não são à partida elevadas, este volume não desiluda. Crítica no aCalopsia: Assassin's Creed - Prova de Fogo.
November 3, 2017
I need to stop reading supplementary AC stuff. It's only working on my blood-pressure.
So I took a chance on this one, and now I'm regretting it for a few reasons:
So screw this series. I've already gotten a feel for how Charlotte's going to be for the next few books, and I am disgusted and outright livid about how said series kicked off by pretending that the male victims of a senseless tragedy basically didn't exist, and I have no intention of giving this series or its writers anymore time, attention, or money.
I was hankering for some Assassin's Creed and all I got was a headache and a massive sense of regret. I'm going to go play Origins, where the characters are actually well-developed and the story is actually well-written.
So I took a chance on this one, and now I'm regretting it for a few reasons:
So screw this series. I've already gotten a feel for how Charlotte's going to be for the next few books, and I am disgusted and outright livid about how said series kicked off by pretending that the male victims of a senseless tragedy basically didn't exist, and I have no intention of giving this series or its writers anymore time, attention, or money.
I was hankering for some Assassin's Creed and all I got was a headache and a massive sense of regret. I'm going to go play Origins, where the characters are actually well-developed and the story is actually well-written.
August 29, 2019
Something you should know before getting the book: it is a comic. This book is hard to follow when you first read the book. I have enjoyed the games this is based off of, so I know what is happening. I would recommend this book to any young reader who enjoy the video games. It is very short and can be finished in an hour. This has an overall good story, understandable characters, and lots of action.
February 23, 2020
2.5 ish
It was all right . . . I enjoy the games quite a bit figured I'd take a look at some of the graphic novels that provide different narratives from the main series. This was an ok volume, it was entertaining for the moment but there's nothing of lasting impact once you're done reading it.
It was all right . . . I enjoy the games quite a bit figured I'd take a look at some of the graphic novels that provide different narratives from the main series. This was an ok volume, it was entertaining for the moment but there's nothing of lasting impact once you're done reading it.
November 23, 2025
Assassin's Creed during the Salem Witch trials? Yes please. Wish this were a game!
February 25, 2017
4.5 stars || SLIGHT SPOILER WARNING
“My ancestor’s a white dude? Weird. Mom’s gonna have to do some explaining.”
I have been playing the Assassin’s Creed games since Ubisoft’s fifth installment (Assassin’s Creed III) giving me a fair understanding of the universe. For those of you who saw the film adaptation of this franchise let me inform you that what as depicted there is not what is shown in the games or comics. In the unadapted version tapping into your ancestor’s past is a lot different. Regardless of the film, my review’s focus is the first volume (issues 1-5) of the comic Assassin’s Creed: Assassins.
“My ancestor’s a white dude? Weird. Mom’s gonna have to do some explaining.”
I have been playing the Assassin’s Creed games since Ubisoft’s fifth installment (Assassin’s Creed III) giving me a fair understanding of the universe. For those of you who saw the film adaptation of this franchise let me inform you that what as depicted there is not what is shown in the games or comics. In the unadapted version tapping into your ancestor’s past is a lot different. Regardless of the film, my review’s focus is the first volume (issues 1-5) of the comic Assassin’s Creed: Assassins.
First of all, the name of the comic does not do it justice.
They could have been a bit more creative with it, but I digress. The story given is far more appealing. Now, I have not read comics in quite some time. Therefore, getting back into the reading style was a bit rocky for me which may have lead to me misinterpreting the plot in the beginning. After rereading it I was able to catch on.
The story follows, 23-year-old latina, Charlotte De la Cruz who is in search of a job. After college, she was thrown into debt and needed a place to work. However, in her spare time, she plays a virtual reality video game made by Abstergo Entertainment that features Assassins and Templars. She believes the game to be built on pure fiction until Assassins show up at her doorstep.
Through the first volume, Charlotte is thrown into the past by using the genetic memory technology known as Animus. The adventure mostly depicts De la Cruz’s ancestor in Salem, but it does not fail to give her commentary and show her undergo the process of accessing the memories. The comic does not fail to build on her character and even praises her for stamina and ability to learn quickly.
As for the story, it was never lacking. It kept me engaged and allowed me to really see more to the modern Assassin world. It also depicted a bit of the Salem witch trials which was interesting. I’m a bit of a sucker for history so seeing this period in time flow into the Assassin storyline got me excited.
The only thing I’m hoping to gain as the series continues is more information about the other Creed members. They were only introduced in this volume which could mean there could more development to come.
Overall, I cannot wait to see where Charlotte’s story goes and what new information we receive about the Assassins and Templars. Not just the past, but also the present and maybe the future.
July 3, 2016
The Assassin’s Creed franchise chronicles the never-ending struggle between the power-hungry Order in all its forms, from the Templars to the mega-corporation Abstergo, and their sworn enemies the Brotherhood of Assassins. The games have allowed players to explore such rich environs as Renaissance Italy, France and America during their respective Revolutions, even the Holy Land during the Crusades. Now the first volume of Titan Comics’ new ongoing series adds a new setting: Salem, Massachusetts, during that village’s infamous witch scare.
Charlotte De La Cruz is living the dream—a useless degree and a dead-end job as a teller for the same bank that holds her mountain of student debt. Her only escape is playing Abstergo’s popular VR game Helix, which allows players to reenact the “fictional” battles between the heroic Templars and the dastardly Assassins…until that battle finds its way into her apartment. Before she can blink, Charlotte finds herself living the adventures of her ancestor Tom Stoddard in a quest for a powerful relic, racing to warn her new friends before they unwittingly walk into a deadly trap.
I enjoyed this, personally, but as a reviewer I have a couple caveats. On the one hand, this was definitely an interesting story and a valuable addition to the Assassin’s Creed mythos. If you're a fan, you'll enjoy this. On the other hand, if you are unfamiliar with the franchise you may find yourself lost. Also, this is just the first act of a larger story, not a standalone tale. The ending is less ending and more transition to the next chapter. The writing and art were solid, while the history showed the Assassin's Creed team's usual levels of both research and editing. Bottom line: if you enjoyed the adventures of Altair and Ezio* you'll enjoy this.
CONTENT: Strong, bloody violence, occasionally disturbing. PG-13 profanity. Mild sexual innuendo.
*I'm still all the way back in Assassin's Creed II, so I'm not too solid on the later characters.
Charlotte De La Cruz is living the dream—a useless degree and a dead-end job as a teller for the same bank that holds her mountain of student debt. Her only escape is playing Abstergo’s popular VR game Helix, which allows players to reenact the “fictional” battles between the heroic Templars and the dastardly Assassins…until that battle finds its way into her apartment. Before she can blink, Charlotte finds herself living the adventures of her ancestor Tom Stoddard in a quest for a powerful relic, racing to warn her new friends before they unwittingly walk into a deadly trap.
I enjoyed this, personally, but as a reviewer I have a couple caveats. On the one hand, this was definitely an interesting story and a valuable addition to the Assassin’s Creed mythos. If you're a fan, you'll enjoy this. On the other hand, if you are unfamiliar with the franchise you may find yourself lost. Also, this is just the first act of a larger story, not a standalone tale. The ending is less ending and more transition to the next chapter. The writing and art were solid, while the history showed the Assassin's Creed team's usual levels of both research and editing. Bottom line: if you enjoyed the adventures of Altair and Ezio* you'll enjoy this.
CONTENT: Strong, bloody violence, occasionally disturbing. PG-13 profanity. Mild sexual innuendo.
*I'm still all the way back in Assassin's Creed II, so I'm not too solid on the later characters.
April 7, 2017
I enjoyed this more than I thought I would! I loved that the MC was a WOC!!! She stood up for what she believed in, even I could gather that in such a few pages. I think it was a little quick for me though, I couldn't imagine finding out that I had Assassins blood in me and just jump at the opportunity to join the Brotherhood without asking questions... And jumping out of windows. Like how convenient she was in shape enough to do that! Lol, I'm kidding!!
This was my second graphic novel so I'm still getting used to how to read them but I thoroughly enjoyed this one. Char was pretty funny at times, and I loved her little snide comments. Plus you can tell her heart is pure. Galina was a bit annoying. Whether she was right or not, she needed to relax a bit. Might have a bit of a crush on Kody. He thinks in rambles but he seems true. Hope to see more of him in Volume 2!!
This was my second graphic novel so I'm still getting used to how to read them but I thoroughly enjoyed this one. Char was pretty funny at times, and I loved her little snide comments. Plus you can tell her heart is pure. Galina was a bit annoying. Whether she was right or not, she needed to relax a bit. Might have a bit of a crush on Kody. He thinks in rambles but he seems true. Hope to see more of him in Volume 2!!
January 5, 2024
Серія “Кредо Асасина” пустила корені у всі можливі епохи, культури і ключові моменти історії, а там де Юбісофту ще не було, вони рано чи пізно обов’язково будуть. Ренесанс, Нова Земля, Древній Єгипет, Еллада, Походи вікінгів – варто тільки вибрати антураж до душі, і безповоротно поринаєш в жадану іншу реальність.
З цього й починається комікс “Випробування вогнем” – головна героїня історії Шарлотта де ла Крус рубається в комп’ютерну іграшку в шоломі віртуальної реальності. 1852 рік, Каліфорнія, доба золотої лихоманки. Типова погоня в стилі вестерну – вистрибує таємничий герой, обличчя якого приховане банданою, ефект слов-мо, “ЧУК” – вистрілює кишенькова мотузка з гачком, віджиланте опускається на карету зловмисників і звичайно – обов’язкова фішка, ефектно перерізає горло ворогові прихованим лезом.
Наступна сторінка і перед нами звичайне симпатичне дівчисько з велетенським віртуальними окулярами, шоколадним батончиком в затемненій ��імнаті, захаращеній сміттям.
В принципі цей прийом з легкістю можна вважати мета-сюжетом – героїня коміксу про асасинів, грає цю ж таки гру, у світ цієї гри, а вже на наступних панелях з’являється в офісі “World Share”, намагаючись вибити для себе роботу. Трирівневий перехід від гри в захаращену квартиру, а потім у ворожий світ дорослих людей відразу допомагає нам полюбити героїню.
2015 рік, Сан-Дієґо, Каліфорнія. Шарлотта де ла Крус працює в тому ж банку, в котрому досі виплачує позику на навчання, вона ненавидить свою роботу і підсвідомо розуміє, що вартує більшого. І ось, коли одного разу, повернувшись до дому знаходить там двох невідомих, котрі називають себе членами Братства. Реакція дівчини така ж, як і у Флеша зі Снадерівської Ліги – захват і ентузіазм. Але і цей клішований зачин переривається раптовою стріляниною з убивствами вже реальних людей, адже в коміксі уявна жорстокість постійно порівнюється з реальною – вбивають і в спогадах і в сучасному світі.
Для чого легендарному братству потрібна Шарлотта, найкраще відповісти словами гакера Коді: “Твоя кров по материнській лінії може привести до того моменту, з якого й Джозеф міг дізнатися, де захована частка Едему” Ось і вся коротка преамбула до мнемонічної мандрівки в минуле – з допомогою Анімуса, де ла Крус відправляється прямісінько у 1692 рік в Салем-Віллидж.
Тут і починається друга паралельна сюжетна лінія. Том Стоддард – асасин, самітник, нігіліст, прибуває з Лондона в невелике містечко Нового Світу, де діються дивні речі – раптово люди впадають в релігійний шал і лінчують жінок, котрих називають відьмами. Братство підозрює, що причиною всьому є частка едему – таємничий артефакт, на котрий також полюють тамплієри – ворожа організація, котра звісно що хоче захопити світ.
Дещо клішована зав’язка вже з другого випуску вимальовується в дещо більше. Це не просто бойовик про битву між добрими й злими масонами, а психологічна драма про зраду і вибір між Великим Благом і малим благополуччям близьких людей.
“Considerate la vostra semenza: fatti non foste viver come bruti, ma per seguir virtute e canoscenza.”
“Тож пригадайте ви чиї сини, бо ви народжені не животіти, а знання й честь нести у світ ясний.”
Окрім прихованого ножа і рапіри Стоддард взяв з собою в подорож книгу. “Ця книга — єдине, що було в мене. Я читав і перечитував її. Знаходив у ній спокій. Упевнений, що більшості людей це б здалося дивним, адже здебільшого це історія про грішників, диявола і Пекло.” Насправді божественна Комедія тільки на третину про грішників і Пекло, але це настільна книга нашого асасина, а вище ви прочитали цитату з неї. Окрім того, що вона легко могла б стати дивізом якоїсь заможної родини, це ще й натяк на ілюмінатів. Стоддард намагається розібратись в безчинствах Салема (принести світло), в той час, як Шарлотта потрапляє в павутину внутрішніх змов у ордені. І взагалі, на скільки цінний орден, якщо він знищує життя, забирає, тих кого любиш найбільше, бо чи дійсно існує велике й мале зло?
Можливо відповідь на це питання дає герметичний покровитель асасинів, котрий говорить устами дівчинки Медіума. Відомий під багатьма іменами: Конс (римське божество доброї поради Consus consilio), Прометей (то й що думає вперед, разом з братом Епіметеєм – творець людей, просвітитель в буквальному сенсі цього слова), Бог Ерудиції (Меркурій він же Гемрес, він же єгипетський Тот – бог знань, торгівлі і лихварства). Але слова кожного бога це сукупність притч і загадок.
В першому томі Шарлотта ще не може знати істини, тут тільки починається її шлях вбивці. Будуть перші невинні жертви, сумніви і тривоги, все це тільки передмова до чогось більшого.
За що я люблю серію “Кредо Асасина”, так це за вкраплення в сюжет реальних історичних довідок, наприклад, пройшовши і уважно прочитавши всі квестові загадки трилогії Еціо, можна непогано вивчити історичні перевороти у Флоренції, боротьбу між Пацці і Медічі і навіть зібрати власну галерею шедеврів Кватроченто. Вкінці першого тому даного коміксу теж є така смаковинка – історична розвідка на тему реальних Салемських судилищ. І тут постає ще одна проблема, котру висвітлює “Випробування вогнем” – релігійний фанатизм.
Окрім сюжету, варто похвалити художню складову, особливо якісно зображені краєвиди і численні сходи-заходи сонця, бойові сцени теж на висоті, тим не менш, місцями підкульгує міміка персонажів. Переклад від Дениса Скорбатюка майстерний і влучний, не підвів і друк – всі кольори на місці, книга приємно скрипить в руках, хоча в коміксі й нема жодного розвороту, але дякуючи хорошому прошиттю, ґаттер-лос відсутній. Видавництво Tuos Comics взялось за серію серйозно, залишається надіятись, що і всі інші комікси серії на такому ж рівні.
В підсумку маємо динамічний стелс-бойовик і елементами психологічного трилеру і місцями, детективу. Читається комікс швидко, якщо ви фан серії і хочете відкрити її для себе в новій формі – читати обов’язково. А читачам не знайомим із франшизою, поріг входження буде важкуватим, проте особливого зв’язку з іншими частинами комікс немає і читається, як окрема історія.
З цього й починається комікс “Випробування вогнем” – головна героїня історії Шарлотта де ла Крус рубається в комп’ютерну іграшку в шоломі віртуальної реальності. 1852 рік, Каліфорнія, доба золотої лихоманки. Типова погоня в стилі вестерну – вистрибує таємничий герой, обличчя якого приховане банданою, ефект слов-мо, “ЧУК” – вистрілює кишенькова мотузка з гачком, віджиланте опускається на карету зловмисників і звичайно – обов’язкова фішка, ефектно перерізає горло ворогові прихованим лезом.
Наступна сторінка і перед нами звичайне симпатичне дівчисько з велетенським віртуальними окулярами, шоколадним батончиком в затемненій ��імнаті, захаращеній сміттям.
В принципі цей прийом з легкістю можна вважати мета-сюжетом – героїня коміксу про асасинів, грає цю ж таки гру, у світ цієї гри, а вже на наступних панелях з’являється в офісі “World Share”, намагаючись вибити для себе роботу. Трирівневий перехід від гри в захаращену квартиру, а потім у ворожий світ дорослих людей відразу допомагає нам полюбити героїню.
2015 рік, Сан-Дієґо, Каліфорнія. Шарлотта де ла Крус працює в тому ж банку, в котрому досі виплачує позику на навчання, вона ненавидить свою роботу і підсвідомо розуміє, що вартує більшого. І ось, коли одного разу, повернувшись до дому знаходить там двох невідомих, котрі називають себе членами Братства. Реакція дівчини така ж, як і у Флеша зі Снадерівської Ліги – захват і ентузіазм. Але і цей клішований зачин переривається раптовою стріляниною з убивствами вже реальних людей, адже в коміксі уявна жорстокість постійно порівнюється з реальною – вбивають і в спогадах і в сучасному світі.
Для чого легендарному братству потрібна Шарлотта, найкраще відповісти словами гакера Коді: “Твоя кров по материнській лінії може привести до того моменту, з якого й Джозеф міг дізнатися, де захована частка Едему” Ось і вся коротка преамбула до мнемонічної мандрівки в минуле – з допомогою Анімуса, де ла Крус відправляється прямісінько у 1692 рік в Салем-Віллидж.
Тут і починається друга паралельна сюжетна лінія. Том Стоддард – асасин, самітник, нігіліст, прибуває з Лондона в невелике містечко Нового Світу, де діються дивні речі – раптово люди впадають в релігійний шал і лінчують жінок, котрих називають відьмами. Братство підозрює, що причиною всьому є частка едему – таємничий артефакт, на котрий також полюють тамплієри – ворожа організація, котра звісно що хоче захопити світ.
Дещо клішована зав’язка вже з другого випуску вимальовується в дещо більше. Це не просто бойовик про битву між добрими й злими масонами, а психологічна драма про зраду і вибір між Великим Благом і малим благополуччям близьких людей.
“Considerate la vostra semenza: fatti non foste viver come bruti, ma per seguir virtute e canoscenza.”
“Тож пригадайте ви чиї сини, бо ви народжені не животіти, а знання й честь нести у світ ясний.”
Окрім прихованого ножа і рапіри Стоддард взяв з собою в подорож книгу. “Ця книга — єдине, що було в мене. Я читав і перечитував її. Знаходив у ній спокій. Упевнений, що більшості людей це б здалося дивним, адже здебільшого це історія про грішників, диявола і Пекло.” Насправді божественна Комедія тільки на третину про грішників і Пекло, але це настільна книга нашого асасина, а вище ви прочитали цитату з неї. Окрім того, що вона легко могла б стати дивізом якоїсь заможної родини, це ще й натяк на ілюмінатів. Стоддард намагається розібратись в безчинствах Салема (принести світло), в той час, як Шарлотта потрапляє в павутину внутрішніх змов у ордені. І взагалі, на скільки цінний орден, якщо він знищує життя, забирає, тих кого любиш найбільше, бо чи дійсно існує велике й мале зло?
Можливо відповідь на це питання дає герметичний покровитель асасинів, котрий говорить устами дівчинки Медіума. Відомий під багатьма іменами: Конс (римське божество доброї поради Consus consilio), Прометей (то й що думає вперед, разом з братом Епіметеєм – творець людей, просвітитель в буквальному сенсі цього слова), Бог Ерудиції (Меркурій він же Гемрес, він же єгипетський Тот – бог знань, торгівлі і лихварства). Але слова кожного бога це сукупність притч і загадок.
В першому томі Шарлотта ще не може знати істини, тут тільки починається її шлях вбивці. Будуть перші невинні жертви, сумніви і тривоги, все це тільки передмова до чогось більшого.
За що я люблю серію “Кредо Асасина”, так це за вкраплення в сюжет реальних історичних довідок, наприклад, пройшовши і уважно прочитавши всі квестові загадки трилогії Еціо, можна непогано вивчити історичні перевороти у Флоренції, боротьбу між Пацці і Медічі і навіть зібрати власну галерею шедеврів Кватроченто. Вкінці першого тому даного коміксу теж є така смаковинка – історична розвідка на тему реальних Салемських судилищ. І тут постає ще одна проблема, котру висвітлює “Випробування вогнем” – релігійний фанатизм.
Окрім сюжету, варто похвалити художню складову, особливо якісно зображені краєвиди і численні сходи-заходи сонця, бойові сцени теж на висоті, тим не менш, місцями підкульгує міміка персонажів. Переклад від Дениса Скорбатюка майстерний і влучний, не підвів і друк – всі кольори на місці, книга приємно скрипить в руках, хоча в коміксі й нема жодного розвороту, але дякуючи хорошому прошиттю, ґаттер-лос відсутній. Видавництво Tuos Comics взялось за серію серйозно, залишається надіятись, що і всі інші комікси серії на такому ж рівні.
В підсумку маємо динамічний стелс-бойовик і елементами психологічного трилеру і місцями, детективу. Читається комікс швидко, якщо ви фан серії і хочете відкрити її для себе в новій формі – читати обов’язково. А читачам не знайомим із франшизою, поріг входження буде важкуватим, проте особливого зв’язку з іншими частинами комікс немає і читається, як окрема історія.
July 25, 2016
I love having a bad ass female protagonist. Can't wait for more!
February 9, 2021
Ho-ly Shit... Woah this is so much more intense than my home set-up... my ancestor's a white due? Weird.... Mom's gonna have to do some explaining. — Charlotte De La Cruz
We do like a badass woman of colour. Charlotte De La Cruz is sassy, strong and importantly has a strong moral compass. Her ancestor is Tom Stoddard, an assassin living in Salem during in 1692, the witch hunt his moral compass is seemingly a little more flexible. Charlotte is scooped up to help find answers as to whether a member of the brotherhood, Joseph, has betrayed them to the templars by searching her memories of Stoddards time for Joseph's ancestor Jennifer Querry. As is normal there is a piece of Eden involved, its form surprised me and its ability to talk directly to Charlotte was enjoyable to read. It is always simple to tell whether the book is in 2015 or 1692 not just from the clothing choices but the lighting. They are opposites at most times. The characters are mostly likeable, when they aren't there is a sensation that there is more to their story, that clearly all the pieces aren't there as is only right. The volumes ends in a good place, the end of an arc Charlotte has some answers and has challenged herself. There is little indication of what comes next.
The volume has added information on the Salem witch trials for those interested. As usual, I will add the disclaimer that I do not play the AC games due to my inability to use a controller on my pc well and my atrocious dexterity. I have watched people play quite a bit which is something I have a bizarre love for (watching people game). My appreciation for AC likely comes from adoring the idea of exploring ancestral lives or past lives.
Consider your origin... you were not formed to live like a brute... but to follow virtue and knowledge. — Dorothy Osborne (quoting Tom Stoddard's father)
A representative gif:
Trust me this gif will make sense after reading it.
March 29, 2024
A Fresh Induction into the Secret World of Assassins and Templars
"Trial by Fire" introduces readers to Charlotte de la Cruz, an ordinary woman unexpectedly pulled into the centuries-old conflict between Assassins and Templars. Set in the thrilling universe of the popular video game series, this graphic novel weaves together sci-fi adventure, historical intrigue, and character-driven storytelling.
Creative Team:
- Writers: Anthony Del Col and Conor McCreery
- Their adaptation seamlessly integrates new characters like Charlotte while staying true to the franchise's core themes.
- The reluctant journey of our protagonist is skillfully portrayed, making her relatable and engaging.
- Artwork and Pencils: Neil Edwards
- Edwards's detailed illustrations immerse readers in shadowy realms, from modern urban landscapes to historical flashbacks.
- His visual storytelling enhances the overall experience, capturing action and emotion.
- Colorist: Ivan Nunes
- The moody color palette sets the tone for each scene, whether it's present-day intrigue or the Salem witch trials.
- The contrast between eras adds depth to the narrative.
Character Development:
- Charlotte de la Cruz: Reluctant yet determined, Charlotte steps up when people need her. Her growth from an ordinary person to a crucial player in the Assassin Brotherhood is compelling.
- Assassins Trio: Each member brings unique skills and motivations. Their banter, loyalty, and vulnerabilities make them three-dimensional.
- Joseph: The enigmatic assassin who may be a traitor adds layers of suspense.
Overall Impression:
"Trial by Fire" successfully adapts the game's premise, offering fans and newcomers an exciting origin tale. Whether you're a gamer or a graphic novel enthusiast, this book delivers an immersive experience.
*Recommended for: Fans of Assassin's Creed, historical intrigue, and character-driven stories.
"Trial by Fire" introduces readers to Charlotte de la Cruz, an ordinary woman unexpectedly pulled into the centuries-old conflict between Assassins and Templars. Set in the thrilling universe of the popular video game series, this graphic novel weaves together sci-fi adventure, historical intrigue, and character-driven storytelling.
Creative Team:
- Writers: Anthony Del Col and Conor McCreery
- Their adaptation seamlessly integrates new characters like Charlotte while staying true to the franchise's core themes.
- The reluctant journey of our protagonist is skillfully portrayed, making her relatable and engaging.
- Artwork and Pencils: Neil Edwards
- Edwards's detailed illustrations immerse readers in shadowy realms, from modern urban landscapes to historical flashbacks.
- His visual storytelling enhances the overall experience, capturing action and emotion.
- Colorist: Ivan Nunes
- The moody color palette sets the tone for each scene, whether it's present-day intrigue or the Salem witch trials.
- The contrast between eras adds depth to the narrative.
Character Development:
- Charlotte de la Cruz: Reluctant yet determined, Charlotte steps up when people need her. Her growth from an ordinary person to a crucial player in the Assassin Brotherhood is compelling.
- Assassins Trio: Each member brings unique skills and motivations. Their banter, loyalty, and vulnerabilities make them three-dimensional.
- Joseph: The enigmatic assassin who may be a traitor adds layers of suspense.
Overall Impression:
"Trial by Fire" successfully adapts the game's premise, offering fans and newcomers an exciting origin tale. Whether you're a gamer or a graphic novel enthusiast, this book delivers an immersive experience.
*Recommended for: Fans of Assassin's Creed, historical intrigue, and character-driven stories.
October 11, 2024
Charlotte de la Cruz is not only woke, but a thief as well. The Robin Hood type, so it's ok. Her Abstergo headset is great for games, but it's secretly also a way to vet potential candidates with important ancestors. The Brotherhood gets to her before the Templars and Char embraces the idea to join their organization. Tom Stoddard, an ancester of hers, came into contact with a Piece of Eden during the Witch Trials in Salem. Now the Brotherhood has a way to relive Tom's memories and find the artefact.
The story flows nicely enough until the end when I can barely tell what's happening. I trued beginning the second volume, but I still can't get back into the story. It just doesn't make sense. I played the games and none of their stories sucked this much. Such wasted potential.
The story flows nicely enough until the end when I can barely tell what's happening. I trued beginning the second volume, but I still can't get back into the story. It just doesn't make sense. I played the games and none of their stories sucked this much. Such wasted potential.
August 27, 2020
Так вийшло, що з ігор серії «Кредо асасина» я грав лише одну і вона мені дуже не зайшла. Але тепер я можу підійти до цього всесвіту з іншої сторони. TUOS Comics випустили «Кредо асасина. Том 1: Випробування Вогнем», що засновано на всесвітньовідомій серії ігор.
Це історія непримітної офісної працівниці Шарлотти де ла Крус, яка в один день вирішує, що її заїбала несправедливість на роботі й робить вчинок, який має допомогти простим людям, але за який вона майже напевно вилетить з роботи. за іронією долі саме в цей день до неї приходять невідомі уйобки, одні з яких кажуть, що в її жилах тече кров модного чувака з минулого і вона їм потрібна, щоб заглянути в його пам'ять, а другі уйобки просто хочуть її вбити. До кінця історії наша свіжоспечена асасинка має наростити яйця і розібратися з усіма підарасами. Звісно, що частину оповіді ми будемо спостерігати за її далеким родичем з минулого, що дає нам ще одну цікаву сюжетну лінію. Загалом історія вийшла цікавою, але персонажі прописані ну дуже хуйово. Більш-менш нормальним вийшов хіба що Том Стоддард (цей що пращур Шарлотти). Всі інші дуже картонні та не завжди виглядають переконливо. Головній героїні намагались прописати характер на початку, але зробили це дуже костурбато, тому складається враження, що вона давно вже була готова до того, що трапиться з нею в цьому коміксі й тому її мало що дивує. На щастя, це компенсується шаленою динамікою, коли майже на кожній другій сторінці відбувається якийсь екшн. Його зробили дуже круто й це добряче затягує.
Малюнок, на диво, вийшов дуже ніхуйовим. Гарні чіткі лінії, пристойна деталізація, а головне: прекрасна робота з панелями. Якраз те, що хочеш отримати від крутого динамічного бойовичка. Окремої похвали заслуговують обкладинки до випусків. Вони виконані трохи в іншому стилі, ніж основна частина, але кайф викликають такий же. Кожна обкладинка цілком собі круто могла б бути постером і висіти на стіні фаната світу «Кредо асасина».
Загалом мальопис вийшов класним, хоча сюжету та персонажам далеко до ідеалу. Думаю, авторам варто було б розширити історію на кілька випусків та зробити нормально тло для героїв та самої оповіді. Тоді б було взагалі заєбісь, але маємо, що маємо. Цілком вартий для ознайомлення, хоча й зірок з неба не хапає.
Сюжет: 6/10
Малюнок: 8/10
Оцінка: 7/10
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Це історія непримітної офісної працівниці Шарлотти де ла Крус, яка в один день вирішує, що її заїбала несправедливість на роботі й робить вчинок, який має допомогти простим людям, але за який вона майже напевно вилетить з роботи. за іронією долі саме в цей день до неї приходять невідомі уйобки, одні з яких кажуть, що в її жилах тече кров модного чувака з минулого і вона їм потрібна, щоб заглянути в його пам'ять, а другі уйобки просто хочуть її вбити. До кінця історії наша свіжоспечена асасинка має наростити яйця і розібратися з усіма підарасами. Звісно, що частину оповіді ми будемо спостерігати за її далеким родичем з минулого, що дає нам ще одну цікаву сюжетну лінію. Загалом історія вийшла цікавою, але персонажі прописані ну дуже хуйово. Більш-менш нормальним вийшов хіба що Том Стоддард (цей що пращур Шарлотти). Всі інші дуже картонні та не завжди виглядають переконливо. Головній героїні намагались прописати характер на початку, але зробили це дуже костурбато, тому складається враження, що вона давно вже була готова до того, що трапиться з нею в цьому коміксі й тому її мало що дивує. На щастя, це компенсується шаленою динамікою, коли майже на кожній другій сторінці відбувається якийсь екшн. Його зробили дуже круто й це добряче затягує.
Малюнок, на диво, вийшов дуже ніхуйовим. Гарні чіткі лінії, пристойна деталізація, а головне: прекрасна робота з панелями. Якраз те, що хочеш отримати від крутого динамічного бойовичка. Окремої похвали заслуговують обкладинки до випусків. Вони виконані трохи в іншому стилі, ніж основна частина, але кайф викликають такий же. Кожна обкладинка цілком собі круто могла б бути постером і висіти на стіні фаната світу «Кредо асасина».
Загалом мальопис вийшов класним, хоча сюжету та персонажам далеко до ідеалу. Думаю, авторам варто було б розширити історію на кілька випусків та зробити нормально тло для героїв та самої оповіді. Тоді б було взагалі заєбісь, але маємо, що маємо. Цілком вартий для ознайомлення, хоча й зірок з неба не хапає.
Сюжет: 6/10
Малюнок: 8/10
Оцінка: 7/10
#ррцз #безцензури #комікс #коміксрецензія #фантастика #titancomics
May 22, 2024
More a 2.5 out of 5 stars.
The art style is good enough to sudden blunders but the story feels really rushed, Charlotte instantely joins the Assassin's and is ready to throw away her hole life in seconds (the characters seem to be self aware enough meaning the author is aware) because of... some internet conspiracy talk!? The sudden rush in plot becomes really noticable as Charlotte has to accept instantely everything and anything happening to her in mere seconds even when, the First Civ, something that should be the most mindblowing expierence of all time, is accepted in mere second and not questioned too much... even though they posses a girl and talk cryptic nonsense directed rightly at her.
The characters are also quite dislikable and one-dimensional at best and too agressive for my taste as they are continuously on each others hide and reminding the reader what they are doing and why it's important. Charlottes ancestor is perhaps worse than Galina as he does one dispicable thing after the other and I feel bad for that kid who has to walk away with him.
There is also some questionable writing decisiond like how does Consus take possesion of a girl in the 1600s? if Kody has basic combat training and has been doing this longer than Charlotte why does she have to do the saving?
I think this story could've been a few issues longer and while I often consider that a compliment. It's not this time.
The art style is good enough to sudden blunders but the story feels really rushed, Charlotte instantely joins the Assassin's and is ready to throw away her hole life in seconds (the characters seem to be self aware enough meaning the author is aware) because of... some internet conspiracy talk!? The sudden rush in plot becomes really noticable as Charlotte has to accept instantely everything and anything happening to her in mere seconds even when, the First Civ, something that should be the most mindblowing expierence of all time, is accepted in mere second and not questioned too much... even though they posses a girl and talk cryptic nonsense directed rightly at her.
The characters are also quite dislikable and one-dimensional at best and too agressive for my taste as they are continuously on each others hide and reminding the reader what they are doing and why it's important. Charlottes ancestor is perhaps worse than Galina as he does one dispicable thing after the other and I feel bad for that kid who has to walk away with him.
There is also some questionable writing decisiond like how does Consus take possesion of a girl in the 1600s? if Kody has basic combat training and has been doing this longer than Charlotte why does she have to do the saving?
I think this story could've been a few issues longer and while I often consider that a compliment. It's not this time.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 12, 2018
I will state here that I have only tried one of the Assassin's Creed games so far, although I did see the film, so I have some understanding of the world, but not everything. Reading this comic, it felt like there were elements, references that might have been more familiar to someone who knows the games, novels etc. I was able to follow the story - and enjoyed it - but sometimes felt like I was missing something through not being totally knowledgeable about the series.
I like the fact that our lead is a modern Latina character, there's elements of social commentary in the present-day strand. I also like that, when we go back, she's not entirely sure who her ancestor is and there's certainly plenty of room for misdirection and shady goings-on in 17th century Salem! The artwork is good too, quite stylish.
I enjoyed the comic enough that I'll pick up the next volume in this series if I can.
I like the fact that our lead is a modern Latina character, there's elements of social commentary in the present-day strand. I also like that, when we go back, she's not entirely sure who her ancestor is and there's certainly plenty of room for misdirection and shady goings-on in 17th century Salem! The artwork is good too, quite stylish.
I enjoyed the comic enough that I'll pick up the next volume in this series if I can.
April 28, 2022
An entertaining read
I’ve played a little bit of one or two of these games so I was intrigued to come across these comics. While not completely grabbing me, I found it interesting enough to finish and deserving a a 3 star rating. I liked that the first place we started with a look into the past was Salem. All the characters were interesting though I’m still not sure how I feel about the main character, Charlotte, at the moment. I don’t dislike her, but I don’t necessarily like her either. Perhaps if I decide to read more that’ll change. The art style was good though not my favorite, but that was just for certain areas. That could improve as well. Anyways, it was definitely a fun read at least. My favorite part was that they included the actual historical account of what happened at Salem during and following the witch trials.
I’ve played a little bit of one or two of these games so I was intrigued to come across these comics. While not completely grabbing me, I found it interesting enough to finish and deserving a a 3 star rating. I liked that the first place we started with a look into the past was Salem. All the characters were interesting though I’m still not sure how I feel about the main character, Charlotte, at the moment. I don’t dislike her, but I don’t necessarily like her either. Perhaps if I decide to read more that’ll change. The art style was good though not my favorite, but that was just for certain areas. That could improve as well. Anyways, it was definitely a fun read at least. My favorite part was that they included the actual historical account of what happened at Salem during and following the witch trials.
March 30, 2025
L’histoire était très entraînante et amusante. Elle respectait aussi ce qu’on sait de la Confrérie des assassins et de l'Ordre des Templiers. Le seul bémol est qu’on est directement jetés dans l’histoire sans explication aucune. Tout au long de la bande dessinée, l’on se pose des questions qui restent sans réponse. Je comprends qu’il y a des suites à ce tome, mais ça fait quand même beaucoup trop de questions quant à la personnage principale et aux autres ainsi qu’à l’intrigue elle-même.
Néanmoins, j’ai tout de même bien apprécié ma lecture de ce livre; j’avais toujours hâte de le continuer et je n’ai aucune difficulté à voir que cette oeuvre s’inscrit dans la série Assassin’s Creed. Je lui donne donc une note de 4,5 étoiles sur 5. Si vous aimez les jeux Assassin’s Creed et les bandes dessinées, vous ne regretterez pas de lire ce numéro dans cet univers.
Néanmoins, j’ai tout de même bien apprécié ma lecture de ce livre; j’avais toujours hâte de le continuer et je n’ai aucune difficulté à voir que cette oeuvre s’inscrit dans la série Assassin’s Creed. Je lui donne donc une note de 4,5 étoiles sur 5. Si vous aimez les jeux Assassin’s Creed et les bandes dessinées, vous ne regretterez pas de lire ce numéro dans cet univers.
July 24, 2017
Krásně vykreslený akční komiks, který se svým příběhem zamíří chvílemi i do minulosti. Navštívíme známé salemské čarodějnické procesy. Komiks působí spíše jako úvod do příběhu, končí otevřeně.
Postavám by bylo zavhodno věnovat více pozornosti, abychom pochopili v některých chvílích jejich motivace. Na druhou stranu mne mile potěšil bonus ve formě článku na konci knihy, který se věnuje historické události - tedy salemským procesům tak, jak se skutečně odehrály.
Recenze: http://dragell.cz/anthony-del-col-con...
Postavám by bylo zavhodno věnovat více pozornosti, abychom pochopili v některých chvílích jejich motivace. Na druhou stranu mne mile potěšil bonus ve formě článku na konci knihy, který se věnuje historické události - tedy salemským procesům tak, jak se skutečně odehrály.
Recenze: http://dragell.cz/anthony-del-col-con...
August 5, 2023
Never played the game. The story here and concept are great.
There was a plot point that confused me, but then I can be uniquely unobservant. However, even on a third read (or second skim), it's not clear exactly how the betrayal/not betrayal worked. I'll leave that one up to you, but it's nice that some other reviewers here had the same problem.
Still, the scenario and setting are impressive, as is the, and I only care because I'm pretty invested in what's going on. Cracking on with Book 2.
There was a plot point that confused me, but then I can be uniquely unobservant. However, even on a third read (or second skim), it's not clear exactly how the betrayal/not betrayal worked. I'll leave that one up to you, but it's nice that some other reviewers here had the same problem.
Still, the scenario and setting are impressive, as is the, and I only care because I'm pretty invested in what's going on. Cracking on with Book 2.
October 13, 2023
One of the things I love about Assassin's Creed is how actual history is used to create the storyline. This is an alternative history retelling of the Salem witch hysteria incorporating Consus and the search for one of the missing pieces of Eden. It also includes a parallel storyline of modern subterfuge and possible betrayal. The artwork and color are very well done. I especially like the cover art. One of my favorite things is the inclusion of the historical account of the Salem witch trials at the end of the book
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