Demons, magic, gritty villains, and a team of quirky supernatural heroes are everything The Mythicals promises and manages to deliver. This story reminded me of several other great titles, like Hellboy or Blade. However, The Mythicals will still resonate with readers who don’t dabble in this genre. As H. Desper, the writer created a relatable protagonist and captured the essence of a deeply wounded archetype in The Human Existence.
Now buckle up for a thrilling ride, but remember that spoilers lie ahead!
The first panel opens up with the horrifying shot of a dark entity torturing several young women. This scene snatches the reader’s attention and, more importantly, demonstrates Nancy’s optimistic nature. She tries to brush off this experience so she can prepare for her first job interview post-college.
H. Desper depicted Nancy’s life quite well, subtly showing that she has been haunted by strange experiences for a long time. On the metro, she receives a warning that she is being watched, to which she responds, “Ugh, This again.” Shortly followed by a man caught up in a trance who says, “The blood of Luna will be spilled on the cross.” His trance ends, and he abruptly returns to his seat.
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Nancy then arrives at her place of interview, and we learn of a secret government agency reminiscent of The Men In Black.
Nancy’s interview was mild and rather uneventful. Yet the pacing didn’t go cold as the reader was introduced to a contrasting subplot of a horrendous Demon interrogating a Spanish Priest. The contrast between the interview and the interrogation allowed us to see similar goals between the good and evil parties while understanding the stark difference between the two.
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At this point, the reader realizes that two powerful forces have been tugging at Nancy: one that seems to wish her harm and destruction and the other that seeks her growth and well-being. This dynamic reminds me of one present in the story of Eve in the Garden of Eden and is similar to fairy tales that depict witches, wolves, and other dark forces that prey upon the innocent female.
What I enjoyed most about this story was seeing Nancy try to overcome the darkness that haunted her past. While the read was satisfying, I was also left with a yearning for more. I had two big questions, which I hope to find answers to in the upcoming issues. One, the man who approached Nancy Moon, had mentioned, “The blood of Luna must be spilled on a cross.” This interchange was fascinating as her last name, Moon, means Luna in Spanish. This made me wonder if she was reincarnated from someone else or perhaps embodying the powers of a different person. After her interview, I was even more curious when a character commented to the interviewer that Nancy reminded him of a previous character. The interviewer agreed and seemed to have somber feelings about whoever that was. Of course, I may have misunderstood the subtext, but it made me more excited to read the next issue.
I enjoyed the story, but there were a few things that I hope will improve in future issues. The writing in the last few pages could have been cleaned up a bit. Nancy’s best friend was killed before her eyes, and The Mythicals came to save the day. In my opinion, Nancy’s actions here seem a bit contrived. Her first impulse was to question The Mythicals, and then, after a page and a half, she went to mourn the death of her friend. It would have been more fluid if she first grieved for her friend and then asked for answers (after a proper transition.)
I liked the drawings and the colors, which reflected the story’s dark themes. My favorite scene in terms of art was when the demon tortured the Spanish priest. I especially loved the use of shadows and reflections here. However, I felt the drawings of the protagonist, Nancy, were inconsistent with her face, body, and even, at times, the length of her hair. Regardless, the book has great potential, and I wish to see the entire creative team bring many other projects to life.
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Okay, I’m sold. One suggestion I’d like to make: include a link in the article to where I can buy/read/see it. I eventually found it through a web search, but when you hype me up and don’t tell me where to find it, it’s kind of a tease.