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Outcast #3-4
Outcast by Kirkman & Azaceta Book 2
Continúa la exitosa serie de terror de Robert Kirkman, creador de Los muertos vivientes.
Las fuerzas del mal están cada vez más cerca mientras Kyle ejecuta el exorcismo más peligroso hasta la fecha. No será bonito. Se darán respuestas, se revelarán secretos, y la familia Barnes nunca habrá corrido tanto peligro. Recopila los números 13 a 24 de la serie original.
Las fuerzas del mal están cada vez más cerca mientras Kyle ejecuta el exorcismo más peligroso hasta la fecha. No será bonito. Se darán respuestas, se revelarán secretos, y la familia Barnes nunca habrá corrido tanto peligro. Recopila los números 13 a 24 de la serie original.
272 pages, Hardcover
Published December 5, 2017
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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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December 30, 2020
Oh yeah. Keep it coming, you crazy outcast people!
October 26, 2022
This is a re-read for me since I read volume 3 and 4 years ago but was a nice refresher.
Basically this starts right off with the big attack from Kyle's sister. It's fast paced, scary, brutal, and ends in a holy shit way. Then we get Kyle finally learning his place, what his powers do, and going forward trying to do what's right. The preacher is also trying to figure his place, and his faith sets him on a dangerous path.
Lots of cool character moments and while I felt the later half does tetter a bit with the "mystery" angle it still holds up well. While not as strong as volume 1 I still really dug it.
Basically this starts right off with the big attack from Kyle's sister. It's fast paced, scary, brutal, and ends in a holy shit way. Then we get Kyle finally learning his place, what his powers do, and going forward trying to do what's right. The preacher is also trying to figure his place, and his faith sets him on a dangerous path.
Lots of cool character moments and while I felt the later half does tetter a bit with the "mystery" angle it still holds up well. While not as strong as volume 1 I still really dug it.
September 14, 2021
HOT DAMN!
Reverend Anderson is SUCH a dynamic and interesting character. I think Kyle is going to burst and really shine soon, and I mean really soon but in the first half Anderson just, just, I can’t even articulate. He’s such a cool character to mull over.
On to the deluxe volume 3!
Reverend Anderson is SUCH a dynamic and interesting character. I think Kyle is going to burst and really shine soon, and I mean really soon but in the first half Anderson just, just, I can’t even articulate. He’s such a cool character to mull over.
On to the deluxe volume 3!
April 14, 2021
5
I remember reading the first volume and thinking this had potential. That was like 10 years ago now. Kirkman has been a steady creator of some of the most original comic books in my era of reading and Outcast was the odd book that stood out. I remember avoiding the tv show of Outcast to avoid spoilers and it did annoy me that the show failed to gain an audience. Kirkman managed to create this book alongside Invincible and The Walking Dead, so if you're questioning the mans drive, that's definitely not on trial here.
Why the 5?
This book manages to balance the story and I feel this second volume is more successful compared to the first. Granted the structure of the issues have been split for collecting pleasure, I still feel this volume navigated out of the cliche riddled arc of the first volume. The characters felt real in their decisions and the clunky exposition style storytelling has fallen away. There's room to breath in this book and Kirkman manages to twist the narrative enough to leave us wanting more from book 3. I'm happy the series is concluding as Kirkman tends to drain most of the books he creates until they have little left.
I remember reading the first volume and thinking this had potential. That was like 10 years ago now. Kirkman has been a steady creator of some of the most original comic books in my era of reading and Outcast was the odd book that stood out. I remember avoiding the tv show of Outcast to avoid spoilers and it did annoy me that the show failed to gain an audience. Kirkman managed to create this book alongside Invincible and The Walking Dead, so if you're questioning the mans drive, that's definitely not on trial here.
Why the 5?
This book manages to balance the story and I feel this second volume is more successful compared to the first. Granted the structure of the issues have been split for collecting pleasure, I still feel this volume navigated out of the cliche riddled arc of the first volume. The characters felt real in their decisions and the clunky exposition style storytelling has fallen away. There's room to breath in this book and Kirkman manages to twist the narrative enough to leave us wanting more from book 3. I'm happy the series is concluding as Kirkman tends to drain most of the books he creates until they have little left.
February 10, 2018
Love the art, but need more answers 2 volumes in...there's plenty of conflict but Kirkman shrouds the story with so much mystery that plot takes a backseat to the beautiful panels.
April 4, 2021
(Zero spoiler review) (Read book one review for additional context)
So, I pretty much devoured this in one sitting after finishing book one the day before. Something that's quite unheard of for me, as I usually like to take things a few issues at a time, although I struggled to put this one down. Now, whilst that comment might lead one to think a certain way, this is by now means a flawless read. As a matter of fact, I prefer book one to this, despite book two's more vociferous consumption, but Kirkman's simple yet effective story telling sucked me in whilst I waited for my internet company to restore my service. Every previous comment I made about artists Azaceta and Breitweiser holds true here. They are turning in the same consistently high standard of work I came to expect from book one. My main complaint of this series is so much of the mysterious slow burn I thoroughly enjoyed in the first book is absent here. Yes, as the story unfolds, its increasingly difficult to maintain that veiled ambiguity throughout the remainder of the run. The point of the story is to have more information reveal itself as you progress. I just don't want it to turn to schlocky in the process. Whilst Kirkman managed to avoid many of these pitfalls, I still can't help but mourn the initial puzzlement the earlier issues provided. I was set on criticising the humanity displayed by the antagonists in the book, feeling it didn't quite fit with a reasonable expectation of their kind, although this may have been resolved towards the end of this run, so I will hold off on this critique for now. I did find myself picking at a few more lines than I did in book one as well, but for the most part, the book flowed well and I'm looking forward to book three. I can see it sitting there on the shelf right now, just waiting for me to pick it up.
Speaking of picking things up, I would still absolutely recommend picking up this series. Minor gripes aside, I stated in my book one review, that I wish more comics were of a similar ilk as Kirkman's endeavours seem to be. You could do a hell of a lot worse than Outcast. 4/5
OmniBen.
So, I pretty much devoured this in one sitting after finishing book one the day before. Something that's quite unheard of for me, as I usually like to take things a few issues at a time, although I struggled to put this one down. Now, whilst that comment might lead one to think a certain way, this is by now means a flawless read. As a matter of fact, I prefer book one to this, despite book two's more vociferous consumption, but Kirkman's simple yet effective story telling sucked me in whilst I waited for my internet company to restore my service. Every previous comment I made about artists Azaceta and Breitweiser holds true here. They are turning in the same consistently high standard of work I came to expect from book one. My main complaint of this series is so much of the mysterious slow burn I thoroughly enjoyed in the first book is absent here. Yes, as the story unfolds, its increasingly difficult to maintain that veiled ambiguity throughout the remainder of the run. The point of the story is to have more information reveal itself as you progress. I just don't want it to turn to schlocky in the process. Whilst Kirkman managed to avoid many of these pitfalls, I still can't help but mourn the initial puzzlement the earlier issues provided. I was set on criticising the humanity displayed by the antagonists in the book, feeling it didn't quite fit with a reasonable expectation of their kind, although this may have been resolved towards the end of this run, so I will hold off on this critique for now. I did find myself picking at a few more lines than I did in book one as well, but for the most part, the book flowed well and I'm looking forward to book three. I can see it sitting there on the shelf right now, just waiting for me to pick it up.
Speaking of picking things up, I would still absolutely recommend picking up this series. Minor gripes aside, I stated in my book one review, that I wish more comics were of a similar ilk as Kirkman's endeavours seem to be. You could do a hell of a lot worse than Outcast. 4/5
OmniBen.
July 7, 2018
Outcast Deluxe Edition Vol. 2!!! Kyle and Reverend Anderson continue on their vigil to rid the town of possessed beings. Slowly, they learn about Kyle’s power and the conditions the hosts suffer through while being possessed. It seems that the hosts have their senses heightened, that’s why they feel pain when they are screamed at or doused with water, no need for bible verses or holy water. Plus, an Outcast’s presence is enough to hurt them, though a physical encounter is still better.
However, with these discoveries, new problems also tend to come up. They find out that almost half of the town is already under the control of Sidney, who works with some sort of council. Kyle also realizes that his daughter also has the power, and is now in trouble of being kidnap. As Kyle runs off to look for his wife and daughter, the Reverend Anderson learns that these “demons” are an entirely different thing, far beyond the limited bounds of the bible. The situation now changes into a race against time as the “merge” approaches, releasing the creature from the frail and mortal hosts they possess!
However, with these discoveries, new problems also tend to come up. They find out that almost half of the town is already under the control of Sidney, who works with some sort of council. Kyle also realizes that his daughter also has the power, and is now in trouble of being kidnap. As Kyle runs off to look for his wife and daughter, the Reverend Anderson learns that these “demons” are an entirely different thing, far beyond the limited bounds of the bible. The situation now changes into a race against time as the “merge” approaches, releasing the creature from the frail and mortal hosts they possess!
January 27, 2018
Another stellar volume of Outcast by Kirkman and Azaceta. This book builds upon the strong foundation created in the first volume while adding additional layers to the narrative. The primary conflict escalates in a number of entertaining ways while remaining focused on a core cast of interesting characters. Paul Azaceta's artwork is simply a joy to behold with each page effectively designed often with subtle and rewarding details. Kirkman continues to develop high quality creative properties that ship consistently, given the current state of other creator owned titles this is a huge achievement. Highly recommend!
February 11, 2018
Robert Kirkman's new series continues the strong blend of horror and mystery that was established in the first volume. The plot gets more complex and each main character faces new challenges both personal and in regards to what they believe. Strong art from Azaceta helps to create an eerie lived in world where no one is quite as they seem. Well worth picking up.
January 21, 2018
A simple continuation of Vol 1. The characters are great and the writing enjoyable, which is what many readers have grown to expect from Kirkman. That being said, the biggest problem with volume 2 is it doesn't move the story along. Much of the twelve issues are a simple continuation, borderline "same old same old." At the time of this review, Vol. 3 hasn't been released (likely not even finished) but it may be the case that the reader could simply skip Vol. 2 and not miss a beat. Some reveal should have taken place, but instead the reader is simply lured along. It's quite disappointing, considering Vol. 1 was a solid 5 out of 5.
January 18, 2018
Wow! This series continues to be excellent! Great writing. Great art style. And I really love the colorist's choices. Amazing!
February 1, 2019
I devoured this in one sitting. The story is picking up, although it got a bit confusing as far as how an Outcast affects the possessed. (Or undead, maybe?) Nonetheless, I'll keep reading...
October 3, 2019
Collected issues of Outcast 13-24
January 4, 2024
This story continues to be amazing. Great follow-up to volume 1. I hope volume 3 can be just as good!
February 14, 2024
The action and interest from number 1 decreases rapidly...A bit dissapointed...Not surenif I'll read.number 3...
October 7, 2021
Genlæst: super spændingsfyldt. Forsætter direkte hvor den første slap 4,5/5*
February 5, 2023
Good, but a little slow moving.
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