How man’s continued hubris meets the same ends. This and subsequent issues end with a “this has happened before,” one-page epilogue. I also liked the end story, historical exposition. Kabul, Japan, Minnesota, Mexico City and small stints in the Artic. From different continents, countries and personal views, you witness a wider (as if that’s a good thing) Apocalyptic experience from multiple angles. I appreciate Year Zero’s character and location diversity. They don’t distract but simply feel part of the landscape. Sal Cipriano does letters and they’re delivered with purpose and paired wonderfully with the art. When transported to Kabul, it’s hued swelteringly yellow and hot. So idyllically beautiful that at the onset, you’re convinced this is “not the zombie story you’re looking for” (excellent sneaky SW riff). The Arctic, where our story begins, is arrestingly bright and blue. Lee Loughridge’s colors, shading and shadows are excellent complements to Rosanas’s linework. Again, we’re not told how they think, but shown through narrative excellence. The American soldier, as soldiers in a warzone would blunt, short, impatient. For example, when the Afghan Interpreter speaks, her speech is written as thoughtful, reflective, honest and resolute. He and his collaborators do well not to overly explain in a barrage of word balloons which, along with the pacing, allows us to experience the lives of our characters, not be told their experiences. It’s a challenge breathing new life into a well-worn trope but Percy’s up to the task. I’m also new to Percy and found his writing narratively excellent, making it hard not to gush like a COVID-locked-down teenager with a new PS5. And then there’s his shot selection and the “camera” angling. Additionally, Rosanas’ panel work is distinct and malleable, allowing the story to dictate the grid count, nine, four, whatever is needed. The linework is tight and crisp with expressive facial acting and physicality of movement. The art WORKS! This was my first introduction to the work of Ramon Rosanas and I thought it brilliant.
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