From Phoenix Press, 2100 Samurai #1 takes us from ancient Japan to the unimaginable future.

So, “imagine” if you will, Kiro Earthbringer, and his beloved Myshi Waterbringer. Two skilled Samurai warriors in love. When they are commanded to investigate a mysterious time portal to the future, things very quickly get dangerous.

Writer Nick Gibson sets the scene nicely for drama in this first issue. He gives us just enough information to draw us into the lives of the two-time travelers to pique our interest. What kind of journey is facing these two transplanted warriors? Will their physical and tactical training help or hinder their quest in the year 2100?

Art is pencilled by Ami Agisi and Brian Quiroga, with inks by Ami Agisi and Michael Ensminger. Lettering by Nikki Powers. The black and white art interior is capable line work, with some fascinating scenes of ancient Japan and the future cityscape of 2100. The layouts are easy to follow, as our two protagonists encounter challenge after challenge. It’s time travel with witty and wise dialogue. The cityscape images are amazing, a blend of Kirby Krackle, Love and Rockets’ style hard-edged line drawings with a hint of high contrast block print. Quite an eclectic visual combo for this first issue!

The chapter concludes with a dramatic twist that we don’t see coming. Let’s hope for a second issue, so we can continue in our quest for entertaining indie Samurai excitement!

2100 Samurai #1 is available in print and digital format: $0.99 for digital via Comixology: https://comixology.com/2100-Samurai-1/digital-comic/958313. Print copies are $10 including free US shipping. For information, please Email: submissions@thephoenixpress.com

The Phoenix Press, 2100 Samurai #1, $0.99 in digital format for 23 pages of Mature content. 

By Alan Spinney

After a career of graphic design, art direction and copywriting, I still have a passion for words and pictures. I love it when a comic book comes together; the story is tight, and the drawings lead me forward. Art with words... the toughest storytelling technique to get right. Was this comic book worth your money? Let's see!!