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It's hard to make an honest living in a land brimming with magic and mystery, and treasure hunter Luvander is tired of being a penniless adventurer. Ever in search of gold and glory, she sets off for a fabled dungeon, "the Dragon's Maw," an ancient labyrinth, at the bottom of which slumbers endless wealth…or certain doom! But what starts out as a road to riches becomes the first step on an epic journey to destiny, for Luvander holds a secret in her heart that will shatter the chains of fate and bring light to a world encroached upon by an ancient darkness. Writer SEBASTIAN GIRNER (SHIRTLESS BEAR-FIGHTER!) and artist GALAAD are proud to present SCALES & SCOUNDRELS, a colorful and exciting new monthly fantasy adventure from Image Comics, for scoundrels of all ages!
31 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 6, 2017
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October 10, 2017
I posted an extended version of this review yippee!!! More work doesn't sound like me at all but here we are!!!! Find it hereeeee: https://emmareadstoomuch.wordpress.co...
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DRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONS.
Honestly, the entirety of this review should just be me shouting about dragons. Because guess what. IN THIS BOOK THERE ARE DRAGONS. DRAGONS disguised as PEOPLE, to be more precise.
Yes, my love for Aziz Ansari might be getting out of hand. So what.
Here are some more super cool things about this book:
One, the protagonist is a girl!!!! That feels very unique and awesome for a fantasy graphic novel (especially one that, as I may have mentioned, features DRAGONS).
Two, said girl is very badass and punch-y. I love a fighty protagonist. VIOLENCE!!!!
Three, there's a surprisingly solid amount of diversity!!!!! Which is really so awesome.
Four, this is actually decently funny! We be crackin' jokes the whole time.
Five, THE ART IS SO GORGEOUS. UNBELIEVABLY BEAUTIFUL, ACTUALLY. There are certain panels that just made me turn into a heart-eyes emoji. Like the Gushers commercials from the early 2000s that depict kids eating Gushers and turning into grape-headed monsters. Except with beautiful drawings of sunsets over medieval-looking towns instead of Gushers and an emoticon instead of a horrifying 3D animated fruit.
Horrifying.
I only have little complaints. This is only a volume of what will be a larger graphic novel, so it's very short. Impossible to really fall in love with ya know??? It felt a little clichéd at some points and some of the dialogue felt false, but overall this was THE FUNNEST.
Bottom line: Dragonsdragonsdragonsdragonsdragons. Read this!!!
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pre-review
Here is the coolest thing that has ever happened to me: I got an ARC of this before there was even a Goodreads page for it.
Yeah, that's right.
I made this page.
Google and Amazon are currently in a bidding war for my technical prowess.
Anyway can't wait to read this baby!!!!!!
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DRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONSDRAGONS.
Honestly, the entirety of this review should just be me shouting about dragons. Because guess what. IN THIS BOOK THERE ARE DRAGONS. DRAGONS disguised as PEOPLE, to be more precise.
Yes, my love for Aziz Ansari might be getting out of hand. So what.
Here are some more super cool things about this book:
One, the protagonist is a girl!!!! That feels very unique and awesome for a fantasy graphic novel (especially one that, as I may have mentioned, features DRAGONS).
Two, said girl is very badass and punch-y. I love a fighty protagonist. VIOLENCE!!!!
Three, there's a surprisingly solid amount of diversity!!!!! Which is really so awesome.
Four, this is actually decently funny! We be crackin' jokes the whole time.
Five, THE ART IS SO GORGEOUS. UNBELIEVABLY BEAUTIFUL, ACTUALLY. There are certain panels that just made me turn into a heart-eyes emoji. Like the Gushers commercials from the early 2000s that depict kids eating Gushers and turning into grape-headed monsters. Except with beautiful drawings of sunsets over medieval-looking towns instead of Gushers and an emoticon instead of a horrifying 3D animated fruit.
Horrifying.
I only have little complaints. This is only a volume of what will be a larger graphic novel, so it's very short. Impossible to really fall in love with ya know??? It felt a little clichéd at some points and some of the dialogue felt false, but overall this was THE FUNNEST.
Bottom line: Dragonsdragonsdragonsdragonsdragons. Read this!!!
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pre-review
Here is the coolest thing that has ever happened to me: I got an ARC of this before there was even a Goodreads page for it.
Yeah, that's right.
I made this page.
Google and Amazon are currently in a bidding war for my technical prowess.
Anyway can't wait to read this baby!!!!!!
August 15, 2021
This was an amazing book!
The art, characters, and the entire story was so diverse and full of joy. I'm even tempted to get the second book.
The first few pages were boring and too cartoonic (even for me) but the more I read, the more the art/characters started to grow on me. I'm really glad that I started reading this and although the eBook version was a little blurry, the entire story was still lovely!
*A special thank to Netgalley and the publishers for sending me an eArc of this beautiful book.*
The art, characters, and the entire story was so diverse and full of joy. I'm even tempted to get the second book.
The first few pages were boring and too cartoonic (even for me) but the more I read, the more the art/characters started to grow on me. I'm really glad that I started reading this and although the eBook version was a little blurry, the entire story was still lovely!
*A special thank to Netgalley and the publishers for sending me an eArc of this beautiful book.*
December 15, 2017
A bit silly, but enjoyable. This could be a fun adventure. It's a rare E-rated comic from Image, anyway.
September 10, 2020
A very interesting series that clearly has mystery and intrigue waiting to be revealed. It feels like a loving homage to works that came before it. The characters feel alive and fleshed out, but they still have a tether to reality, unlike many fantasy Comics of the same ilk.
May 5, 2021
This is a thoroughly engaging graphic novel with great characters, good action and pacing, and revised artwork which is expertly drawn and vibrantly colored.
The ARC version I reviewed was a partial copy, which was a shame as the portion I read was very engrossing. A definite recommendation.
The ARC version I reviewed was a partial copy, which was a shame as the portion I read was very engrossing. A definite recommendation.
September 25, 2017
Fun! It reminds me of Nimona (which you should read if you haven't.)
September 28, 2017
Really cute start! This was fun and a little silly, which is just what I need sometimes.
November 3, 2017
Okay I'm totally going to buy the volume of this when it comes out next year. I am HOOKED AND ITS ISSUE ONE.
March 5, 2018
Not a bad story, very tame compared to most comics I read. Not a bad comic for kids, G rating with very minor violence.
April 2, 2018
Eh, like the art, it this is a bit too talk-y and honestly a bit messy storytelling-wise.
November 11, 2018
This has potential. I like the art style and the way the colors are done. A promising sounding story even if i don't love the main character yet.
December 24, 2019
Captivating story of a girl wanted for "dabbling in forbidden magics and general scoundrelness!" Beautiful artwork and immersive dialogue.
March 11, 2021
The artwork goes well with the fantasy in this comic. I got some D&D vibes while reading. Solid first issue but nothing that really blew me away.
November 15, 2023
The story and art are absolutely stunning. I devoured this issue and was left ravenous for the rest of the series. I wish that I could look forward to an endless supply of this story
June 10, 2018
I found this new start to be quite enjoyable!
I look forward to the rest of the story!
I look forward to the rest of the story!
May 23, 2021
Fun and so far hilarious take a honest "rogue" trying to make a quick buck while smooth talking with acrobatics through a world of knights, wizards and dragons.
May 14, 2018
It's hard to make an honest living in a land brimming with magic and mystery, and treasure hunter Luvander is tired of being a penniless adventurer. Ever in search of gold and glory, she sets off for a fabled dungeon, "the Dragon's Maw," an ancient labyrinth, at the bottom of which slumbers endless wealth…or certain doom! But what starts out as a road to riches becomes the first step on an epic journey to destiny, for Luvander holds a secret in her heart that will shatter the chains of fate and bring light to a world encroached upon by an ancient darkness. Writer SEBASTIAN GIRNER (SHIRTLESS BEAR-FIGHTER!) and artist GALAAD are proud to present SCALES & SCOUNDRELS, a colorful and exciting new monthly fantasy adventure from Image Comics, for scoundrels of all ages!
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