IGN exclusively unveils Image Comics' newest creation: Free Planet, a sprawling space opera blending East Meets West aesthetics with the grandeur of Dune. Sci-fi enthusiasts should definitely add this to their must-read list.
Below is an exclusive preview of Free Planet #1:
Free Planet #1: Exclusive Preview
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Free Planet, written by Aubrey Sitterson (No One Left to Fight) and illustrated by Jed Dougherty (Savage Hearts), boasts covers by Dougherty and Fico Ossio. Image Comics describes the series as follows:
Humanity's first truly free planet celebrates its hard-won independence. Now, a band of revolutionary heroes must safeguard the planet's unique energy source from two hostile galactic empires, all while grappling with the true meaning of freedom. SITTERSON (No One Left to Fight, The Comic Book Story of Professional Wrestling) and DOUGHERTY (Savage Hearts, Worlds’ Finest) masterfully blend the intricate historical tapestry of EAST OF WEST with the emotional depth of SAGA, crafting a narrative about freedom and the sacrifices it demands.
Sitterson states, " Free Planet represents the future of comics—Jed and I striving to elevate our medium with a truly literary comic, its rich complexity brought to life visually. From intense military action and intricate geopolitical maneuvering to heart-wrenching drama, every page is packed with visual detail; we're offering exceptional value, a book designed for slow, repeated readings. It's a profound exploration of what everyone, regardless of political stance, truly desires: Freedom."
Dougherty adds, "Aubrey and I have collaborated on fantasy and comedic works. Free Planet marks our venture into a more serious project: a conflicted revolutionary force defending their planet's resources from interstellar threats. To match the intricate script, I've refined my art style with grittier shading and experimented with page layouts and graphic elements. While creating this book, the diverse cast of characters has become vividly real to me as they fight on land and in space, rebuild society from the ashes of revolution, and pursue vengeance, justice, and even love."
Free Planet #1 launches Wednesday, May 7.
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