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Outcast #1-2
Outcast by Kirkman & Azaceta Book 1
This hardcover features the first twelve issues of the hit comic book series, along with covers and a sketchbook, in one oversized hardcover volume. Perfect for long-time readers and fans of the Cinemax TV show.
296 pages, Hardcover
First published November 8, 2016
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About the author
Robert Kirkman
2,777 books6,963 followersRobert Kirkman is an American comic book writer best known for his work on The Walking Dead, Invincible for Image Comics, as well as Ultimate X-Men and Marvel Zombies for Marvel Comics. He has also collaborated with Image Comics co-founder Todd McFarlane on the series Haunt. He is one of the five partners of Image Comics, and the only one of the five who was not one of the original co-founders of that publisher.
Robert Kirkman's first comic books were self-published under his own Funk-o-Tron label. Along with childhood friend Tony Moore, Kirkman created Battle Pope which was published in late 2001. Battle Pope ran for over 2 years along with other Funk-o-Tron published books such as InkPunks and Double Take.
In July of 2002, Robert's first work for another company began, with a 4-part SuperPatriot series for Image, along with Battle Pope backup story artist Cory Walker. Robert's creator-owned projects followed shortly thereafter, including Tech Jacket, Invincible and Walking Dead.
Robert Kirkman's first comic books were self-published under his own Funk-o-Tron label. Along with childhood friend Tony Moore, Kirkman created Battle Pope which was published in late 2001. Battle Pope ran for over 2 years along with other Funk-o-Tron published books such as InkPunks and Double Take.
In July of 2002, Robert's first work for another company began, with a 4-part SuperPatriot series for Image, along with Battle Pope backup story artist Cory Walker. Robert's creator-owned projects followed shortly thereafter, including Tech Jacket, Invincible and Walking Dead.
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February 6, 2017
DAMN. Maybe it goes without saying, but Outcast is incredible! If you find something wrong with this series you're just not enjoying it like you should.
Outcast has been criticized as being dramatic, by which I think the critics meant melodramatic. I mean, it's drama, it's horror. Have you seen horror movies about demonic possession? They're pretty fucking dramatic. If anything this is subtle. A slow burn. Because Linda Blair isn't crawling down the stairs or trying to screw herself with a crucifix. This isn't Emily Rose. Talk about melodramatic.
What I love most is...everything. Robert Kirkman is amazing. The writing is on point. The dialog is perfect. The pacing, honestly, is written by a master of serialization. He's keeping you reading and buying books. And there's plenty of story development just in these two volumes. Kyle Barnes has several revelations in regard to his family and his abilities. I'd say that's a writing job well done.
But let's not forget this is a picture book. And god damn the illustrations are spectacular. Time to name drop: Paul Azaceta, Elizabeth Breitweiser, and Rus Wooton. Illustrations, colors, and letters. Azaceta KILLS. It's like if Sean Phillips did horror. It's dark, stark, inky, gritty silhouettes. But somehow cartoony. The colors are phenomenal and among the best. Even the lettering, which I don't usually notice, is absolutely perfect. The visual design in this book is just mind blowing.
If you enjoy indie comics, drama, horror, mystery, the supernatural, top tier illustration and design, check out Robert Kirkman and Paul Azaceta's Outcast.
A short note on the Deluxe Edition... Image is the shit. This edition is beautiful. It's a dust jacket-less hardcover with a cover that's sturdy, bright and bold. The spine design is unique with a great typeface. The paper is super thick high gloss. And I could be wrong, but I'm pretty sure this is sewn binding. It lays perfectly flat with nearly no gutter loss, with splash pages going all the way to the edges. And the sketchbook and extras in the back are fantastic. Just, damn. What a great design that makes for enjoyable reading.
October 26, 2022
I am on a Kirkman reading spree. Next up, Outcast!
I actually reviewed Outcast volume 1-4 on here. But it has been YEARS since I've read them. I decided to pick up these wonderful "deluxe" editions, hardcover, so pretty. Fit in nicely with my Walking Dead Hardcover collection. BUT anyway, let us get on to the series.
This is basically taking conjuring and exorcist and adding a little small hometown feel to it and you got Outcast. Kyle Barnes has had a rough life. His mother when he was a kid beat and abused him and when he fought back it basically put her into a coma. But the fact is, she was possessed by a demon. Kyle might not believe it but Reverend Anderson does and he ask Kyle to help him exorcise demons out of people he knows.
The meat of this story is Kyle trying to get answers for what these demons are and what the fuck they want. This works so much better as a complete read because it is a slowburn but doesn't feel very slow reading it all together. Kyle is losing his mind, the devil is in town, and Reverend Anderson is wondering what he can do.
Outcast works on a lot of levels. The dialogue is sharp and realistic, the art is moody and disturbing, the slowburn pacing helps create the atmosphere, and the ending is "holy shit" That for me pushes outcast into the "Fantastic" area.
The first collection is a easy 4.5 out of 5.
I actually reviewed Outcast volume 1-4 on here. But it has been YEARS since I've read them. I decided to pick up these wonderful "deluxe" editions, hardcover, so pretty. Fit in nicely with my Walking Dead Hardcover collection. BUT anyway, let us get on to the series.
This is basically taking conjuring and exorcist and adding a little small hometown feel to it and you got Outcast. Kyle Barnes has had a rough life. His mother when he was a kid beat and abused him and when he fought back it basically put her into a coma. But the fact is, she was possessed by a demon. Kyle might not believe it but Reverend Anderson does and he ask Kyle to help him exorcise demons out of people he knows.
The meat of this story is Kyle trying to get answers for what these demons are and what the fuck they want. This works so much better as a complete read because it is a slowburn but doesn't feel very slow reading it all together. Kyle is losing his mind, the devil is in town, and Reverend Anderson is wondering what he can do.
Outcast works on a lot of levels. The dialogue is sharp and realistic, the art is moody and disturbing, the slowburn pacing helps create the atmosphere, and the ending is "holy shit" That for me pushes outcast into the "Fantastic" area.
The first collection is a easy 4.5 out of 5.
April 7, 2017
Horror is not my thing. But this is very well written. I'm generally not being interested in stories about people being possessed. I know there are a number of films about the subject and I've not watched any of them. The first third of the book I was not sure I was really going to like this but the character development was well done and the mystery about what is going on and why is intriguing.
I was fortunate enough to be lent a copy of this book and will happy to borrow the second volume when it comes out.
I was fortunate enough to be lent a copy of this book and will happy to borrow the second volume when it comes out.
January 12, 2017
Read this after watching the first season of the TV show. The problem with that is a lot of the book is closely adapted into the show, so there's not much new. Sure, the characters are designed different (the art overall was the standout thing for me in outcast), but when I'm reading something I feel I've already seen, it's a little boring.
The first half of the book suffers from that the most. It's very much the first few episodes of the tv show, almost word for word. Kirkman also doesn't use captions here, so the only words are the dialogue by characters. This does allow the art to stand out more and for the characters to act on the page.
The second half is a little different from the show, and I enjoyed it a lot more. But the biggest problem I have with this book is there's a lot of talk of "figuring this out", like the characters wanting answers, but we never get any, or they're just hints. It makes it become a bit repetitive in parts. Find someone who's possessed, Kyle touches them, wonder what it's all about, rinse and repeat.
I'm sure the answers are coming. And I will be reading book two. But I think overall, I enjoyed the TV show more.
The first half of the book suffers from that the most. It's very much the first few episodes of the tv show, almost word for word. Kirkman also doesn't use captions here, so the only words are the dialogue by characters. This does allow the art to stand out more and for the characters to act on the page.
The second half is a little different from the show, and I enjoyed it a lot more. But the biggest problem I have with this book is there's a lot of talk of "figuring this out", like the characters wanting answers, but we never get any, or they're just hints. It makes it become a bit repetitive in parts. Find someone who's possessed, Kyle touches them, wonder what it's all about, rinse and repeat.
I'm sure the answers are coming. And I will be reading book two. But I think overall, I enjoyed the TV show more.
October 1, 2021
Classic Kirkman. No-bullshit cinematic fun in the form of static visual art. Most of the philosophizing that the author could have easily trapped himself into were avoided. Which, considering the sensitive topic of religion, the material existence of evil and exorcism, is something of a huge fucking achievement I'd dare say.
December 15, 2021
Wellington Library loan.
Really enjoyed this graphic novel. I love that it’s full colour. Makes it easier to follow the story than black and white with an arc that’s quite involved.
The characters are limited so you get to know them really well making it more engaging following their progress.
I wish I’d picked this up sooner as I loved the Walking Dead comics & books.
Really enjoyed this graphic novel. I love that it’s full colour. Makes it easier to follow the story than black and white with an arc that’s quite involved.
The characters are limited so you get to know them really well making it more engaging following their progress.
I wish I’d picked this up sooner as I loved the Walking Dead comics & books.
March 4, 2018
So sometimes I do this thing where I pick up a book because I at some point wrote it down as a book I should read, but by the time I do pick it up, I've actually completely forgotten what it's about or why I had thought I should read it in the first place.
And that's what happened here.
And it turns out this is about demonic possession.
OH BOY.
I didn't know if I'd be cringing from the cheesiness or sleeping with a nightlight.
After finishing it in pretty much one "sitting" - which means I walked in circles around my kitchen reading until I'd finished the whole damn thing - I am somewhere in the middle. The art is more grim than I usually prefer, but it works to make this not cheesy. The story, which was confusing at first with all the sporadic flashbacks, is starting to build and make more sense. I'm already invested in the characters and want to know what happens right this minute.
And ok, I'll admit all the creepy, possessed grins will be haunting me tonight.
4 Stars
Where the hell is Book 2?!
And that's what happened here.
And it turns out this is about demonic possession.
OH BOY.
I didn't know if I'd be cringing from the cheesiness or sleeping with a nightlight.
After finishing it in pretty much one "sitting" - which means I walked in circles around my kitchen reading until I'd finished the whole damn thing - I am somewhere in the middle. The art is more grim than I usually prefer, but it works to make this not cheesy. The story, which was confusing at first with all the sporadic flashbacks, is starting to build and make more sense. I'm already invested in the characters and want to know what happens right this minute.
And ok, I'll admit all the creepy, possessed grins will be haunting me tonight.
4 Stars
Where the hell is Book 2?!
September 13, 2021
4.5+ stars
Man this book was so good! I didn't expect anything less given that this was a Robert Kirkman book but this was still so satisfying given that I've been CRAVING a comic so badly lately.
So, our main character, Kyle, is really depressed. He is living in his childhood home which is nothing but bad memories connected to it because he had injured his wife and daughter and has been forced to move back as he is now separated from his family. Our other main character, Reverend Anderson, make a rather huge entrance. We are first introduced to him exorcising the son of one of his church goers. There has been a rather high case count of possessed folks in town lately. The Reverend and Kyle meet up, rather unexpectedly and, on a visit to the possessed kids house, we find that maybe Kyle has some special abilities in regards to helping those suffering from possession.
Let me start off my saying that it took me a few pages to merge into the story. Right off the bat we did just a little jumping around to set the scene and it took me just a bit to ease into it but after that it was smooth sailing. I think this mainly has to do with the art style. Overall, this art style isn't what typically draws me in, it leans toward less detailed so it took me a minute to establish who all the characters were. Call me crazy but I guess I gravitate, typically, toward a little bit more cartoony art. Anyway, once I got used to the drawing the book really settled in for me and I loved every second of it.
There is so dang much good going with this book! Lets start with the Reverend. He is a bit of an anomaly. he preaches the word and you definitely get the sense that he truly believes in the word but then he smokes and drinks and plays poker with his buddies every week. You know, like real people do. As we go along you almost start to question some of the authenticity that the Reverend portrays but he still is a character that you care for. I think that Kirkman did such a good job with Reverend Anderson in that regard. I still can't get enough. In the early issues I didn't have that strong of feelings for Kyle yet but this, of course, does change the further you go into the book.
I felt like Kirkman did a masterful job of creating questions for the reader while also giving enough answers that the reader didn't get frustrated because there is so much mystery in the first deluxe volume. Really, Kirkman just is spectacular at writing a story that is captivating, appropriately paced and easy to follow. I struggle when comics become too ambiguous. I am ok with some blurry aspects but I need enough affirmations to keep me motivated to read the story.
I am going to say this next bit with knowledge that I didn't have in volume 1 as I have since moved forward with the series. I felt like there was a decent amount of suspended belief required in reading the first volume. I have since retracted that statement now that we have been given more answers in volume 2. If you too are feeling the same, like there is just a little too much going on to be believable, don't give up! almost right away in book 2 we are given answers.
If you want a good, spooky, mysterious comic with characters that you an easily care for, look no further than Outcast!
Man this book was so good! I didn't expect anything less given that this was a Robert Kirkman book but this was still so satisfying given that I've been CRAVING a comic so badly lately.
So, our main character, Kyle, is really depressed. He is living in his childhood home which is nothing but bad memories connected to it because he had injured his wife and daughter and has been forced to move back as he is now separated from his family. Our other main character, Reverend Anderson, make a rather huge entrance. We are first introduced to him exorcising the son of one of his church goers. There has been a rather high case count of possessed folks in town lately. The Reverend and Kyle meet up, rather unexpectedly and, on a visit to the possessed kids house, we find that maybe Kyle has some special abilities in regards to helping those suffering from possession.
Let me start off my saying that it took me a few pages to merge into the story. Right off the bat we did just a little jumping around to set the scene and it took me just a bit to ease into it but after that it was smooth sailing. I think this mainly has to do with the art style. Overall, this art style isn't what typically draws me in, it leans toward less detailed so it took me a minute to establish who all the characters were. Call me crazy but I guess I gravitate, typically, toward a little bit more cartoony art. Anyway, once I got used to the drawing the book really settled in for me and I loved every second of it.
There is so dang much good going with this book! Lets start with the Reverend. He is a bit of an anomaly. he preaches the word and you definitely get the sense that he truly believes in the word but then he smokes and drinks and plays poker with his buddies every week. You know, like real people do. As we go along you almost start to question some of the authenticity that the Reverend portrays but he still is a character that you care for. I think that Kirkman did such a good job with Reverend Anderson in that regard. I still can't get enough. In the early issues I didn't have that strong of feelings for Kyle yet but this, of course, does change the further you go into the book.
I felt like Kirkman did a masterful job of creating questions for the reader while also giving enough answers that the reader didn't get frustrated because there is so much mystery in the first deluxe volume. Really, Kirkman just is spectacular at writing a story that is captivating, appropriately paced and easy to follow. I struggle when comics become too ambiguous. I am ok with some blurry aspects but I need enough affirmations to keep me motivated to read the story.
I am going to say this next bit with knowledge that I didn't have in volume 1 as I have since moved forward with the series. I felt like there was a decent amount of suspended belief required in reading the first volume. I have since retracted that statement now that we have been given more answers in volume 2. If you too are feeling the same, like there is just a little too much going on to be believable, don't give up! almost right away in book 2 we are given answers.
If you want a good, spooky, mysterious comic with characters that you an easily care for, look no further than Outcast!
February 9, 2017
Had no clue that this was (is?) a TV show, but the comic series is pretty good. Nice, if occasionally confusing plot, brought to life with some really fitting artwork. Have to admit, I was thoroughly intrigued by how colour and lighting was applied.
September 26, 2020
Some great storytelling. You really get a feel for the characters. Can’t wait for what’s next!
December 11, 2018
OUTCAST is a dark, bizarre tale of demonic possession in small town America. At the core of the story is the Outcast himself, Kyle, whose entire life has been plagued with dark spirits possessing anyone he gets close to. When the series starts out he's living alone in the rundown house his mother and him used to share before she fell into a coma during his adolescence. He is approached by the town's preacher (a man familiar with Kyle's troubled past) to help in a exorcism. It is during this exorcism that it's revealed that there is a much bigger problem at hand for this small town and Kyle. This collection is the first 12 comics of the series.
Robert Kirkman is best known for his epic zombie saga (soap opera?) THE WALKING DEAD, but this series seems a lot more well polished to me. The writing in this comic is great, often times he just lets the images tell us what other writers would waste copious amounts of dialogue on. He also reveals just enough of the mystery each issue to keep you reading. The artwork is excellent, dark and moody just like the story is. It's a very creepy, interesting read that will keep any fan of horror comics hooked and wanting more.
Robert Kirkman is best known for his epic zombie saga (soap opera?) THE WALKING DEAD, but this series seems a lot more well polished to me. The writing in this comic is great, often times he just lets the images tell us what other writers would waste copious amounts of dialogue on. He also reveals just enough of the mystery each issue to keep you reading. The artwork is excellent, dark and moody just like the story is. It's a very creepy, interesting read that will keep any fan of horror comics hooked and wanting more.
March 28, 2019
Reread the first couple trades but now in HC. The story is still great, with a good mix between horror and drama. The art and coloring are top notch, and that mixed with a decent Hc with some sketches as extra's at the end, this is worth the upgrade.
January 1, 2017
When Robert Kirkman's 'new' series - Outcast first aired on FX I was originally drawn into the concept. As the episodes progressed I lost interest due to it being a stressful and anxious period at the time with my mind constantly wandering off into deep thoughts elsewhere.
The original comic series (and book collection as featured) showcases Kirkman's fantastic skills in storytelling and diversity from that of The Walking Dead. Through admiration, I always knew this comic series would hit my shelves and I can honestly say - after reading the entirety of Book One, I am both excited for the next as well as sad to see this one end.
Synopsis
The story centres around Kyle Barnes, a misfit to current society in which has become a shut away after a haunting past. Did the trauma and pain go away? no, it continually follows Kyle like the stench of garlic after eating a delightful meal. The series opens with the introduction to Kyle and his current whereabouts in a small township where sister Megan awakens him from being withdrawn to his shell (house). After engaging with the local Reverend, Kyle finds his place in society and the task at hand. Taking on the road and meeting possessed individuals, Kyle soon discovers just how special he really is. Spoken to as the 'outcast' by the lurking demons, it is soon realised the potential Kyle has as an exorcist with a duty to cleanse the nearing area / location.
Artwork
The art speaks for itself. It has a simple and yet elegant beauty with clean line work, easy on the eye colour palettes and the use of confining individual page spreads to a single palette. This makes the book flow in a smoother path whilst also exploring the true power of colour theory. When moments become most tense or action-packed, colour tones resort to strong contrasting bold tones with blackened silhouettes. Its easy to follow is what I am trying to say.
Overall, Outcast is a fantastic - newish - series to which has strong potential for the continuing arc and I hope to see the series continue for a while yet. Most importantly, I hope that we will discover and uncover the true potential of Kyle whilst also exploring the hidden elements of a haunting past within his family. Also, I'd like to find out exactly why his the 'outcast'. Without spoiling the material before you read it, I myself believe that perhaps the reason the demons call him an 'outcast' is because maybe he has / had a demon within himself that actually turned out to be on a more spiritual, if not, peaceful path than those out for destruction. Who knows, your guess is as good as mine.
Story: 8.5/10
Artwork: 9/10
Flow of information: 8/10
+ Good characters
+ Good dialogue
- Finishes too quick
The original comic series (and book collection as featured) showcases Kirkman's fantastic skills in storytelling and diversity from that of The Walking Dead. Through admiration, I always knew this comic series would hit my shelves and I can honestly say - after reading the entirety of Book One, I am both excited for the next as well as sad to see this one end.
Synopsis
The story centres around Kyle Barnes, a misfit to current society in which has become a shut away after a haunting past. Did the trauma and pain go away? no, it continually follows Kyle like the stench of garlic after eating a delightful meal. The series opens with the introduction to Kyle and his current whereabouts in a small township where sister Megan awakens him from being withdrawn to his shell (house). After engaging with the local Reverend, Kyle finds his place in society and the task at hand. Taking on the road and meeting possessed individuals, Kyle soon discovers just how special he really is. Spoken to as the 'outcast' by the lurking demons, it is soon realised the potential Kyle has as an exorcist with a duty to cleanse the nearing area / location.
Artwork
The art speaks for itself. It has a simple and yet elegant beauty with clean line work, easy on the eye colour palettes and the use of confining individual page spreads to a single palette. This makes the book flow in a smoother path whilst also exploring the true power of colour theory. When moments become most tense or action-packed, colour tones resort to strong contrasting bold tones with blackened silhouettes. Its easy to follow is what I am trying to say.
Overall, Outcast is a fantastic - newish - series to which has strong potential for the continuing arc and I hope to see the series continue for a while yet. Most importantly, I hope that we will discover and uncover the true potential of Kyle whilst also exploring the hidden elements of a haunting past within his family. Also, I'd like to find out exactly why his the 'outcast'. Without spoiling the material before you read it, I myself believe that perhaps the reason the demons call him an 'outcast' is because maybe he has / had a demon within himself that actually turned out to be on a more spiritual, if not, peaceful path than those out for destruction. Who knows, your guess is as good as mine.
Story: 8.5/10
Artwork: 9/10
Flow of information: 8/10
+ Good characters
+ Good dialogue
- Finishes too quick
April 4, 2021
(Zero spoiler review) 4.25/5
This is exactly what I needed, and what comic books need more of. Good ideas. Good characters. Good execution. I'm likely underselling it a bit, simply calling it good, although I feel we are a little aways from great, although we will likely get there shortly. For the record, this is the first Kirkman story I've read. I have all of The Walking Dead and Invincible sitting on the shelf waiting to go, but this is my first encounter with the writing of Robert Kirkman, and I must say, I'm quite impressed. I knew little about this story, other than it dealt with the demonic. This blank slate going in was a lovely little touch, being able to discover everything about this story without any external influence, whether from myself or others. Such mystery is refreshing in an age where everything is available at the touch of a button.
There is nothing exceptionally original about the story, but its ominous tone and slow burn unveiling ticked a lot of boxes for me. There may be some who find the pacing a little slow, although the drip fed nature of the story telling was on point for me. With just enough happening to keep you engaged, whilst allowing the reader to simmer in the mire Kirkman is creating. There weren't any 'oh shit' moments, or massive reveals, at least not so far. It has all the hallmarks of that undiscovered little treasure of a television show, that you fall for, yet can't quite figure out why it hasn't reached a bigger audience. The small town setting. The overtones of evil. The cast of characters, their ties and interactions with each other. There is definitely something a little bit special going on here, and its always nice to have a long and at this point, engaging story arc to discover at your leisure.
Azaceta's art is simple, yet very effective. The man knows how to craft an ominous panel or three when he needs to. Other than that, his layouts are mostly quite strong, with some interesting angles at times. He does quite well at evoking a sense of desperation and loneliness in his work. Aided in no small part by the excellent colouring of Elizabeth Breitweiser. She might just be the standout creator thus far, although all do their job with considerable aplomb. Her colour choices, especially with her backgrounds can be quite haunting and beautiful. Her ability to create a sense of warmth and impact with a relatively dense, monotone palette is also rather special. All in all, some very good artwork here.
I'm really glad I bought these deluxe hardcovers. It was always a gamble buying a numb of books for a run you know next to nothing about, and I've been burnt by similar decisions in the past. But for now, chalk this one up as a win for me. High Five! 4.25/5
OmniBen.
This is exactly what I needed, and what comic books need more of. Good ideas. Good characters. Good execution. I'm likely underselling it a bit, simply calling it good, although I feel we are a little aways from great, although we will likely get there shortly. For the record, this is the first Kirkman story I've read. I have all of The Walking Dead and Invincible sitting on the shelf waiting to go, but this is my first encounter with the writing of Robert Kirkman, and I must say, I'm quite impressed. I knew little about this story, other than it dealt with the demonic. This blank slate going in was a lovely little touch, being able to discover everything about this story without any external influence, whether from myself or others. Such mystery is refreshing in an age where everything is available at the touch of a button.
There is nothing exceptionally original about the story, but its ominous tone and slow burn unveiling ticked a lot of boxes for me. There may be some who find the pacing a little slow, although the drip fed nature of the story telling was on point for me. With just enough happening to keep you engaged, whilst allowing the reader to simmer in the mire Kirkman is creating. There weren't any 'oh shit' moments, or massive reveals, at least not so far. It has all the hallmarks of that undiscovered little treasure of a television show, that you fall for, yet can't quite figure out why it hasn't reached a bigger audience. The small town setting. The overtones of evil. The cast of characters, their ties and interactions with each other. There is definitely something a little bit special going on here, and its always nice to have a long and at this point, engaging story arc to discover at your leisure.
Azaceta's art is simple, yet very effective. The man knows how to craft an ominous panel or three when he needs to. Other than that, his layouts are mostly quite strong, with some interesting angles at times. He does quite well at evoking a sense of desperation and loneliness in his work. Aided in no small part by the excellent colouring of Elizabeth Breitweiser. She might just be the standout creator thus far, although all do their job with considerable aplomb. Her colour choices, especially with her backgrounds can be quite haunting and beautiful. Her ability to create a sense of warmth and impact with a relatively dense, monotone palette is also rather special. All in all, some very good artwork here.
I'm really glad I bought these deluxe hardcovers. It was always a gamble buying a numb of books for a run you know next to nothing about, and I've been burnt by similar decisions in the past. But for now, chalk this one up as a win for me. High Five! 4.25/5
OmniBen.
July 1, 2018
Outcast Deluxe Edition Vol. 1!!! Robert Kirkman, the famous writer of Invincible and The Walking Dead, now writes another great series, Outcast. This is about Kyle Barnes, who was somehow gifted of getting demons out of possessed people, but he doesn’t really know how it works. Quite unfortunate though that that gift could really help with a recent rise in possession cases in the community. Something is apparently brewing up, causing demons to be more active, changing people’s personalities, making them more violent, and quite rabid. Together with the Reverend, Kyle, must quickly figure out how his powers really work.
Physical assault on the possessed seems to work, but it does leave the host either fine (with no memories of the event), in a catatonic state, or same as always but spewing black blood all over. Problem with this method though, is that to those who are witnessing the exorcism just see Kyle beating the living shit out of someone. This was the case when Kyle exorcised his mother and wife. So aside from chasing demons out, he also has to deal with the reputation of being a wife (and mother) beater.
Kirkman is really hitting a homerun with his stories one after another, and this one is no exception. There a good mix of horror, mystery, and drama in this. All of which perfectly matches Azaceta’s stunning and raw artwork. Definitely something I would follow and collect!
Physical assault on the possessed seems to work, but it does leave the host either fine (with no memories of the event), in a catatonic state, or same as always but spewing black blood all over. Problem with this method though, is that to those who are witnessing the exorcism just see Kyle beating the living shit out of someone. This was the case when Kyle exorcised his mother and wife. So aside from chasing demons out, he also has to deal with the reputation of being a wife (and mother) beater.
Kirkman is really hitting a homerun with his stories one after another, and this one is no exception. There a good mix of horror, mystery, and drama in this. All of which perfectly matches Azaceta’s stunning and raw artwork. Definitely something I would follow and collect!
June 7, 2021
Když jsem četl Outcasta poprvé tak jsem s tím trochu bojoval, na druhé čtení to bylo mnohem příjemnější a ba dokonce, mnohem lepší! Úvod je těžkopádný, ne protože nic nevysvětluje o podouších ale je tu dost figurek které působí celkem nijak což je takový tradiční Kirkmanovský problém. Každopádně jakmile si vše Robert uspořádá tak se začne dít spektakulární jízda. První knížka je dobrá ale sakra, dvojka která mi dala tak neuvěřitelnou horskou dráhu emocí...vyrazilo mi to dech. Po prvotní pachuti z téhle série s radostí konstatuji, že jsem si vše užil božsky.
Artově je to ve fyzické verzi neuvěřitelný dílo ze kterého jsem strašně slintal (ach Liz Breitweiser❤) ale jedna věc mě dost šokovala, 7 issue má oproti zbytku strašně divnej až nedotaženej ink, což mě strašně praštilo jakmile jsem to viděl.
Ale jinak to miluju, totální hit.
Artově je to ve fyzické verzi neuvěřitelný dílo ze kterého jsem strašně slintal (ach Liz Breitweiser❤) ale jedna věc mě dost šokovala, 7 issue má oproti zbytku strašně divnej až nedotaženej ink, což mě strašně praštilo jakmile jsem to viděl.
Ale jinak to miluju, totální hit.
October 5, 2017
Wow! This hardcover edition, combining two trade paperback arcs, includes sketches and designs in the end matter, as well as being that nice little bigger page size printing, which benefits this wonderfully energetic comic art by Paul Azaceta and intelligent color art by Breitweiser.
One little bugaboo to my Episcopal church ears: this great middle aged second protagonist goes by "Reverend" to everyone else. Not his first name, or Reverend so-and-so. To my ears, it's different from calling him "Pastor." Reverend is an adjective, as in "The Reverend Dr. King," or some such. Its like calling your character "faithful," rather than "say, "Parson." Maybe it's just me.
What do they do on the tv show?
Recommended.
One little bugaboo to my Episcopal church ears: this great middle aged second protagonist goes by "Reverend" to everyone else. Not his first name, or Reverend so-and-so. To my ears, it's different from calling him "Pastor." Reverend is an adjective, as in "The Reverend Dr. King," or some such. Its like calling your character "faithful," rather than "say, "Parson." Maybe it's just me.
What do they do on the tv show?
Recommended.
January 5, 2018
Another genre we think we know all too well that Kirkman turns on it's head. This book collects the first twelve issues and for nearly half of it the reader is likely to believe it's simply another demonic possession story . . . after twelve issues/finishing book 1, the reader officially has no idea what's going on other than this is not simply another possession story, hell, it might not even be demons or evil spirits. One thing is for sure, the pace is well set, the story strong and the horror not too much but just right.
Kirkman has become a master of chumming the waters with little tidbits to keep the reader guessing and only becoming more and more entrenched in the story. Book two will arrive soon and that too will be digested quickly.
Kirkman has become a master of chumming the waters with little tidbits to keep the reader guessing and only becoming more and more entrenched in the story. Book two will arrive soon and that too will be digested quickly.
February 2, 2018
На разі останній графічний роман (онґоїнґ) від автора культових "Ходячих мерців" та "Непереможного". Цього разу Кіркман розповідає про, здавалося б, затерту тему екзорцизму в невеличкому Богом забутому містечку (можна сприймати цю фразу буквально). Усе розпочинається з того, що Кайл, молодий чоловік віком десь за тридцять, прокидається із жахливим станом у своєму не менш жахливому будинку: усюди таргани, сморід і безлад (те ж саме, підказує автор, в голові Кайла). Точніше, його прокидає сестра, яка намагається витягти хлопця із депресії та мізантропії. Вивляється, такий стан є наслідком трагічних подій, що відбулися у нього в житті. Зрозуміло, що події безпосередньо пов'язані із нечистими силами, які ось тут-і-тепер прокидаються: спочатку в тілі молодого хлопчика, а потім зразкового поліцейського. Навіть більше, Кайл має здатність виганяти демонів, проте не знаю звідки це в нього, яким чином контролювати дар чи прокляття, та чому саме зараз усе це відбувається. На допомогу пристає священик, який практикує екзорцизм уже декілька років, проте, здається, щось теж пішло не так.
На перший погляд, "Вигнанець" нічого нового не пропонує, тому комікс може бути цікавим лише завзятим фанатам жанру, або завзятим фанатам Кіркмана. Усе ж варто віддати належне Кіркману: він прекрасно вибудовує діалоги, наратив і загальну атмосферу тотальної змови й демонізму. Цьому сприяє також просто блискуча колористика, що складається із яскравих жовтих, червоних і сиінх плям, немов спалахам у темному небі. Парадоксально, але такі кислотні тони ідеально пасують надприроднім подіям, інтенсикуючи й не без того незрозумілу загальну ситуацію. Лаконічні панелі, груба й точна промальовка облич, доречні ракурси окутують димом свідомість, занурюючи все більше у світ Кіркмана. Чим далі - тим більше питань, що, сподіваюсь, не матимуть ані банальної відповіді, ані банального фіналу. Утім, поки Кіркман ще не завершив свої ключові серії, тому важко сказати наскільки він добре завершує свої історії.
На перший погляд, "Вигнанець" нічого нового не пропонує, тому комікс може бути цікавим лише завзятим фанатам жанру, або завзятим фанатам Кіркмана. Усе ж варто віддати належне Кіркману: він прекрасно вибудовує діалоги, наратив і загальну атмосферу тотальної змови й демонізму. Цьому сприяє також просто блискуча колористика, що складається із яскравих жовтих, червоних і сиінх плям, немов спалахам у темному небі. Парадоксально, але такі кислотні тони ідеально пасують надприроднім подіям, інтенсикуючи й не без того незрозумілу загальну ситуацію. Лаконічні панелі, груба й точна промальовка облич, доречні ракурси окутують димом свідомість, занурюючи все більше у світ Кіркмана. Чим далі - тим більше питань, що, сподіваюсь, не матимуть ані банальної відповіді, ані банального фіналу. Утім, поки Кіркман ще не завершив свої ключові серії, тому важко сказати наскільки він добре завершує свої історії.
February 1, 2019
I wasn't sure what to expect. I picked up this book because I was entranced by the cover. Forgive me if I didn't realize that Robert Kirkman was the man behind The Walking Dead series. I remember being a fan of the TV show for its first two seasons, though I haven't read the graphic novels.
I was surprised by how much I liked Book One of Outcast. It was most certainly a faster read than Marjorie Liu's Monstress, despite the former having more pages. I like the art and letters in Outcast. I find the story intriguing enough to keep reading.
I was surprised by how much I liked Book One of Outcast. It was most certainly a faster read than Marjorie Liu's Monstress, despite the former having more pages. I like the art and letters in Outcast. I find the story intriguing enough to keep reading.
February 3, 2021
4.5
Gritty series by Kirkman and I would even say this is even more interesting then his flag ship series, The Walking Dead. I had avoided this series as the Tv show was still on air so I didn't want to have that situation of comparing, but that show never launched. This first volume left me head scratching at times but there's a lot going on here. I have the next 2 volumes so I'll read them quickly, hopefully.
Gritty series by Kirkman and I would even say this is even more interesting then his flag ship series, The Walking Dead. I had avoided this series as the Tv show was still on air so I didn't want to have that situation of comparing, but that show never launched. This first volume left me head scratching at times but there's a lot going on here. I have the next 2 volumes so I'll read them quickly, hopefully.
February 2, 2023
Boa construção de universo, as primeiras issues são bem interessantes mas ao passar delas parece que vai perdendo o gás e você fica "VAMO pode começar o agito, ja entendi a introdução, vamo!", mas vai cozinhando cozinhando cozinhando e no fim não sinto mais vontade de continuar os demais volumes.
Quem sabe outra hora dou uma chance mas agora deixo de canto, não vou ficar me forçando.
Quem sabe outra hora dou uma chance mas agora deixo de canto, não vou ficar me forçando.
October 3, 2019
Kyle Barnes is an outcast but we’re not sure why. All we know is that he’s got a talent that allows him to expel demons from those possessed. Outcast Book 1 collects issues 1-12 of the ongoing Outcast comics series
January 3, 2024
This is an absolutely awesome series by Robert Kirkman. The Walking Dead is Kirkman doing Romero's Zombies, Outcast is all about Kirkman doing the Exorcist. Overall this first book is really excellent, horror at its best with a great mood and character development.
July 11, 2017
Great story! Exciting and emotional, the writing and art come together very well and I'm looking forward to more!
October 8, 2019
What an amazing book. The show complements it perfectly.
May 10, 2020
Very interesting premise, I look forward to where it goes next.
October 8, 2020
Already forgot what this was about, if that tells you anything.
February 20, 2024
Muy bueno. Me sorprende que esté autor haga cosas tan buenas, tan oscuras y tan sesudas y las combine con otras tan ligeras y flojas (o chorras)
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