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, take note!
Below is an exclusive preview of Free Planet #1:
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Penned by Aubrey Sitterson (No One Left to Fight) and illustrated by Jed Dougherty (Savage Hearts), the debut issue 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. A band of revolutionary heroes must now safeguard the planet's unique energy source from two hostile galactic forces, all while grappling with the true meaning of freedom. SITTERSON and DOUGHERTY seamlessly intertwine the intricate historical tapestry of EAST OF WEST with the emotional depth of SAGA, crafting a narrative about liberty and the sacrifices it demands.
Sitterson shared with IGN, " Free Planet represents the future of comics – Jed and I aimed to elevate our medium with a truly literary comic, its rich complexity brought to life visually. From intense military action to intricate political maneuvering and poignant personal drama, every page is packed with detail; it’s a book designed for slow, repeated readings. It’s a complex exploration of what everyone, regardless of their political stance, truly desires: Freedom. Its home at Image Comics is fitting, given the publisher's commitment to granting creators the freedom to produce their most personal and unfettered work."
Dougherty added, "Aubrey and I have collaborated on fantasy and comedic projects. Free Planet marks our venture into a more serious tone: a conflicted revolutionary force defending their planet's resources against interstellar threats. To complement the intricate script, I've refined my art style with a grittier aesthetic and experimented with page layouts and graphical elements. The diverse characters have come alive for me as I've drawn their struggles on land and in space, their rebuilding efforts, and their quests for vengeance, justice, and even love."
Free Planet #1 launches Wednesday, May 7th.
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