Issues: We Kill Monsters #1, 2 & 3
Story: Christopher Leone, Laura Harkom
Writer: Christopher Leone
Pencils: Brian Churilla
Inks: Hilary Barta, Brian Churilla
Colors: Ronda Pattison
Letters: Jeff Powell
Publisher: Red 5 Comics
Release Date: July – September 2009
Pages: 40 (#1), 28 (#2,3)
Price: $3.50 (each)
“Two
unassuming auto repair shop owners discover that monsters are infesting
the world. When they are attacked, the glowing blue juice from the
monster’s brain heals his arm and saves Jake’s life. But this gift only
begins a life-long link to the monster invasion. From the creators of
Sci-Fi TV’s Lost Room mini-series.“
Artwork: 3.5 out of 5
This is fun looking action packed book. I like the character and
monster designs. I think that from panel to panel and issue to issue
they all stay consistent. What put me off just a bit is the coloring. I
just find it to be flat. I guess I would like it if the characters had
more pop. Overall though I think that it all comes together just right
to make it visually appealing.
Story: 3.5 out of 5
Just like the artwork the story is fun and fast paced. I do think that the storyline is kind of along the lines of the movie The Mist.
At least that is what comes to mind while I was reading these issues.
The similarities are not as obvious as that may have made it sound
though. The dialogue is great between the characters, with nice sharp
comebacks, which I am realizing is kind of a staple in Red 5 books.
Dying Breath: 3.5 out of 5
I really enjoyed the first half of this series. The artwork and story
go hand in hand as they play off each other nicely. I think that minus
some minor issues this is going to be yet another solid mini from Red 5
Comics. Really worth checking out if you like monster hunter style
stories.
