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tawfek's review
4.0
9 planets with population of 5.5B?!
I think Jeff lemire is trying to tell us we fuck too much...
This Looks like a Futuristic Sci-fi Attack of titans.
While i am not really surprised by how good the writing is, its not my first Jeff Lemire, and my first time was also Sci-fi [b:Trillium|20726481|Trillium|Jeff Lemire|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1605779061l/20726481._SY75_.jpg|40049865]
But i am pleasantly surprised by the art, its amazing, i don't know what takes the credit of my ability to appreciate and enjoy different types of art, because outside of the monthly super hero comics, we find a wide range of artists with many many styles, that wouldn't really fit in the usual requirement of what's popular in the market.
Really intricate details in everything Sci-fi, really good choice of coloring that complements the art.
The Ability of Jeff Lemire to create these Sci-fi worlds time and time again, we already have an amazing story after 1 issue, we already have interesting characters in dr quon, we already have interesting character in the Tim robot and his not so cute dog with the cutest Arf arf.
We already have many moving parts to look out for, Tim facing a band of fanatics, the doctor and the council officer on their way to Tim.
We already have a Huge mystery (which is honestly a total rip off from Attack on titan) Yes I Said it!
But yeah Titanic Robots, that decimated entire populations and then disappear totally, to leave a big ass mystery behind? where did we see that before? come on...
I think Jeff lemire is trying to tell us we fuck too much...
This Looks like a Futuristic Sci-fi Attack of titans.
While i am not really surprised by how good the writing is, its not my first Jeff Lemire, and my first time was also Sci-fi [b:Trillium|20726481|Trillium|Jeff Lemire|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1605779061l/20726481._SY75_.jpg|40049865]
But i am pleasantly surprised by the art, its amazing, i don't know what takes the credit of my ability to appreciate and enjoy different types of art, because outside of the monthly super hero comics, we find a wide range of artists with many many styles, that wouldn't really fit in the usual requirement of what's popular in the market.
Really intricate details in everything Sci-fi, really good choice of coloring that complements the art.
The Ability of Jeff Lemire to create these Sci-fi worlds time and time again, we already have an amazing story after 1 issue, we already have interesting characters in dr quon, we already have interesting character in the Tim robot and his not so cute dog with the cutest Arf arf.
We already have many moving parts to look out for, Tim facing a band of fanatics, the doctor and the council officer on their way to Tim.
We already have a Huge mystery (which is honestly a total rip off from Attack on titan) Yes I Said it!
But yeah Titanic Robots, that decimated entire populations and then disappear totally, to leave a big ass mystery behind? where did we see that before? come on...
patchworkbunny's review
4.0
Descender, by Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen, has the most beautiful watercolour artwork which is so fitting to the story. Some time ago there was an attack from space by giant robots, which made humanity worried about the robots in their midst. Many were destroyed but on a distant mining colony, a companion robot boy survives an accident which kills his family. Back to the present future day, the robot boy, Tim 21, wakes up to find he’s alone. Well he still has a cute robot dog and a killer driller robot to keep him company!
I feel like I need to read more of this. There’s a robot designed to be like a child who is naïve and innocent, yet scientists think they’ve found a link between him and the robots who attacked. Another one to add to the list of second volumes.
I feel like I need to read more of this. There’s a robot designed to be like a child who is naïve and innocent, yet scientists think they’ve found a link between him and the robots who attacked. Another one to add to the list of second volumes.
betwixt_the_pages's review
4.0
One young robot's struggle to stay alive in a universe where all androids have been outlawed and bounty hunters lurk on every planet. A rip-roaring and heart-felt cosmic odyssey that pits humanity against machine, and world against world, to create a sprawling space opera from the creators of Trillium, Sweet Tooth, and Little Gotham. Extra-sized first issue.
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Rating: 4/5 Stars
Quick Reasons: GORGEOUS watercolor art panels; interesting plot, easy to sink your teeth into; awesome, unique cast of characters; emotionally rivetting; makes you want to pick up the rest of the series
Okay, guys: First and foremost, HUGE thanks go out to Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen, Image Comics and Netgalley for the ARC of this breathtaking comic/graphic novel! (this in no way changed how I reviewed or read this book or my opinions on it)
I have to start with the most obvious: The artwork for this comic is ABSOLUTELY stunning! It's done largely in watercolor, looks extremely professional, and I just... I'm in so much awe. The panels are unique at times and very easy to follow; the use of space and motion throughout really helped to bring this more fully to life. The characters are beautifully done, the details exquisite. I just... I'm in awe. This read is SO gorgeous!
The characters are also easy to relate to or, if not connect with, at least figure out. The robots in particular are some of my favorites; they're all so unique, with their own personalities, motivations, and knee-jerk reactions. I LOVE the interactions between Tim-21 and Driller the Killer; there's a sense of...connection? between them almost immediately. You can tell, just from Driller's speech habits and reactions, that he's spent a lot of time alone and is tired of it. And Tim-21? Well, he was made to connect to and assimilate with humans... which means he's much like any other young boy.
The plot is action-packed with bits of emotional tension, drama, and mystery thrown in for flair and more enjoyable reading. The writing is well-done, and some of the panels emulate old Batman comics with the addition of action-hero sound bubbles. Every page is an adventure, laid out and structured so well your eyes will have no trouble figuring out where to go next. This is a talent not all artists possess: the ability to make reading an art piece easy. The ability to draw the eye exactly where it's meant to be, WHEN it's supposed to.
Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen did a spectacular job bringing this book and these characters to life for me; I'm definitely going to be keeping my eye out for future additions/volumes to this, because I need to know what happens next! I'd highly recommend to lovers of graphic novels/comics, sci fi/space adventures, and robots, cyborgs, and “alien” invasions. This is one comic you don't want to miss!
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Rating: 4/5 Stars
Quick Reasons: GORGEOUS watercolor art panels; interesting plot, easy to sink your teeth into; awesome, unique cast of characters; emotionally rivetting; makes you want to pick up the rest of the series
Okay, guys: First and foremost, HUGE thanks go out to Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen, Image Comics and Netgalley for the ARC of this breathtaking comic/graphic novel! (this in no way changed how I reviewed or read this book or my opinions on it)
I have to start with the most obvious: The artwork for this comic is ABSOLUTELY stunning! It's done largely in watercolor, looks extremely professional, and I just... I'm in so much awe. The panels are unique at times and very easy to follow; the use of space and motion throughout really helped to bring this more fully to life. The characters are beautifully done, the details exquisite. I just... I'm in awe. This read is SO gorgeous!
The characters are also easy to relate to or, if not connect with, at least figure out. The robots in particular are some of my favorites; they're all so unique, with their own personalities, motivations, and knee-jerk reactions. I LOVE the interactions between Tim-21 and Driller the Killer; there's a sense of...connection? between them almost immediately. You can tell, just from Driller's speech habits and reactions, that he's spent a lot of time alone and is tired of it. And Tim-21? Well, he was made to connect to and assimilate with humans... which means he's much like any other young boy.
The plot is action-packed with bits of emotional tension, drama, and mystery thrown in for flair and more enjoyable reading. The writing is well-done, and some of the panels emulate old Batman comics with the addition of action-hero sound bubbles. Every page is an adventure, laid out and structured so well your eyes will have no trouble figuring out where to go next. This is a talent not all artists possess: the ability to make reading an art piece easy. The ability to draw the eye exactly where it's meant to be, WHEN it's supposed to.
Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen did a spectacular job bringing this book and these characters to life for me; I'm definitely going to be keeping my eye out for future additions/volumes to this, because I need to know what happens next! I'd highly recommend to lovers of graphic novels/comics, sci fi/space adventures, and robots, cyborgs, and “alien” invasions. This is one comic you don't want to miss!
wbfreema's review
5.0
i'm not really sure where to start. while using familiar tropes the story seems fresh and unlike anything i've seen before. the hints at what's to come are wonderful. it's also been a long time since i've seen anyone watercolor an entire book. very much impressed. cant' wait for the next issue.
grid's review
5.0
This was awesome! Very interesting story and super compelling. Loved the art. Read it in one go. Not complete though, so of course the rating is just for what is already there. Looking forward to more.
flamesocks's review
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Genocide, and War
sendusia's review
4.0
Finally something to fill in my Mass Effect void. Between replaying the old trilogy and reading this series, I'll be ready for Andromeda.
queenkoko's review
4.0
Solid first issue. Good plot, good characters, and the watercolor style artwork works for the sci fi theme. I can't wait to see where the story goes.
blevins's review
4.0
Wonderful! Hard sci-fi with robots, tech talk, space opera vibes and more robots. The artwork is atmospheric, dreamy and looked water-colorish...very cool. The soft-focus water color look of Descender was very striking and I'm excited to read part two of the story.