Spawn, Book 11: Crossroads

Spawn (US) #11

by Todd McFarlane, Greg Capullo (Illustrator), Tony S. Daniel (Illustrator)

A former assassin for the U.S. Government, Al Simmons was betrayed and killed by his own agency. After spending five years in Hell, he is returned to Earth as a Hellspawn, an undead being marked to lead Hell's army in the upcoming Armageddon. His memories erased, disfigured, alone and cursed with powers he doesn't comprehend, this warrior wanders the back alleys of New York City.Because he cannot fathom the forces of good and evil that tear at the remnants of his soul, Spawn has reached a juncture in his existence. Despite the cryptic advice of his mentor, Spawn attempts to build a personal prison to shield himself from humanity.Meanwhile, Terry Fitzgerald, Simmons' former partner and best friend runs into a series of personal crises while secretly investigating their boss' illegal activities. In conflict with his own desires, Spawn intervenes and is promptly returned to Hell where he must now fight for his immortal life.Will Spawn maintain his values or succumb to Hell's bidding? Join Spawn at the crossroads of his life.
-- Features Todd McFarlane's character Spawn.
-- Ties up major plot lines started from the debut issue of the Spawn monthly book.
-- A turning point in the story line for the Spawn characters.

Genres: Comics, Graphic Novels

96 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2000

About the author

Todd McFarlane is a Canadian comic book artist, writer, toy manufacturer/designer, and media entrepreneur who is best known as the creator of the epic occult fantasy series Spawn.

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, McFarlane became a comic book superstar due to his work on Marvel Comics' Spider-Man franchise. In 1992, he helped form Image Comics, pulling the occult anti-hero character Spawn from his high school portfolio and updating him for the 1990s. Spawn was one of America's most popular heroes in the 1990's and encouraged a trend in creator-owned comic book properties.

In recent years, McFarlane has illustrated comic books less often, focusing on entrepreneurial efforts, such as McFarlane Toys and Todd McFarlane Entertainment, a film and animation studio.

In September, 2006, it was announced that McFarlane will be the Art Director of the newly formed 38 Studios, formerly Green Monster Games, founded by Curt Schilling.

McFarlane used to be co-owner of National Hockey League's Edmonton Oilers but sold his shares to Daryl Katz. He's also a high-profile collector of history-making baseballs.

Reviews

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

While not "Four Stars" in the grand scheme of things, this is probably some of the best writing that Todd McFarlane did.

It's Al becoming a good person and perhaps redeeming himself.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

I remember reading Spawn and liking it in the early nineties, but didn't remember much about it. I found a dirt cheap used copy of this volume and decided to revisit the series. Granted volume 11 is no place to start, but I wasn't horribly lost and was able to enjoy the story as well as the superb art. It helps that a bunch of plot threads seem to resolve themselves nicely here. Makes me want to go back and start at the beginning of the series.