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Freddy Vs. Jason Vs. Ash
The hit 6-issue miniseries pitting three titans of horrordom against one another is collected in its entirety!
144 pages, Paperback
First published September 16, 2008
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January 23, 2016
3,5 stars
Absolutely not a masterwork, but this gory and funny comic sequel to the badass "Freddy vs Jason" movie was really far better than expected. Groovy!
Absolutely not a masterwork, but this gory and funny comic sequel to the badass "Freddy vs Jason" movie was really far better than expected. Groovy!
September 20, 2015
2.5 stars
Its good to know what happened after "Freddy vs Jason" but dont expect to be thrilled
Its good to know what happened after "Freddy vs Jason" but dont expect to be thrilled
September 13, 2024
Happy Friday 13th everyone!
April 1, 2024
ash ve freddy interaksiyonları deli iyi
July 30, 2025
An entertaining sequel to the iconic movie but could’ve been a lot better. Annoying characters bogged it down but I still hope it gets a live action adaptation
April 29, 2019
I really really really REALLY wanted to like this. I was so excited and I had been looking for this book for a long time. I think that build up also adds to my disappointment.
It picks up from the questionable Freddy Vs. Jason movie in a lot of ways, including the rampant homophobia and over the top camp. But not, like, fun camp. This is just packed with shitty jokes and one liners that are rooted in homophobia, toxic masculinity, hating women, etc. That's not so unusual in horror, especially in the 2000s but it wasn't balanced out by story telling, actual funny moments, or good horror. There are a few decent kills but it's mostly just Freddy and Ash calling each other "Pussy" for 6 issues.
It picks up from the questionable Freddy Vs. Jason movie in a lot of ways, including the rampant homophobia and over the top camp. But not, like, fun camp. This is just packed with shitty jokes and one liners that are rooted in homophobia, toxic masculinity, hating women, etc. That's not so unusual in horror, especially in the 2000s but it wasn't balanced out by story telling, actual funny moments, or good horror. There are a few decent kills but it's mostly just Freddy and Ash calling each other "Pussy" for 6 issues.
May 30, 2015
Esta chevere:
- Me gusto mucho el dibujo.
- Le hacen bullying a Jason; esas siempre son mis partes favoritas xD
- Ash se vuelve a poner una motosierra en la mano; me sigo preguntando como es que hace eso y como demonios la levanta.
- Ash es el que narra y se la pasa hablando sobre su destino de "Elegido", a lo Keanu Reeves. Me hace mucha gracia el tipo, ya hasta me cae bien y todo.
- Tiene cierta burla a las películas de terror, como el primer capitulo con los idiotas que vuelven a Crystal Lake en vez de mantenerse bien lejos el resto de sus vidas como cualquier persona normal.
Siempre es genial ver crossovers así
- Me gusto mucho el dibujo.
- Le hacen bullying a Jason; esas siempre son mis partes favoritas xD
- Ash se vuelve a poner una motosierra en la mano; me sigo preguntando como es que hace eso y como demonios la levanta.
- Ash es el que narra y se la pasa hablando sobre su destino de "Elegido", a lo Keanu Reeves. Me hace mucha gracia el tipo, ya hasta me cae bien y todo.
- Tiene cierta burla a las películas de terror, como el primer capitulo con los idiotas que vuelven a Crystal Lake en vez de mantenerse bien lejos el resto de sus vidas como cualquier persona normal.
Siempre es genial ver crossovers así
December 2, 2019
La historia sirve de secuela de Freddy Vs Jason, situándonos unos cuantos años tras el enfrentamiento de estos dos sanguinarios psicópatas. Vemos como los dos únicos supervivientes de ese sanguinario horror regresan al campamento Crystal Lake para asegurarse de que la pesadilla no vuelva a repetirse... pero como ya sabemos, esto nunca ocurrirá. Freddy Krueger sigue vivo... al menos, en la cabezota de Jason Voorhees, al cual continua manipulando. Esta vez para que le traiga el Necronomicon Ex Mortis, un maléfico compendio chapado en piel humano y escrito en sangre que contiene innombrables rituales con los que el hombre del saco de Springwood podría convertirse en todo un dios. Pero por suerte, han abierto una delegación de S-Mart en Crystal Lake, y el legendario Ash se dejará caer en el lugar, para descubrir que tiene que volver a ser "El Elegido" una vez más, y así volver a librar a la tierra de su posible destrucción a manos del poder del Necronomicon.
Como podéis comprobar el cómic comienza de forma muy potente. Además de que añade de estupenda forma al personaje de Ash. No diré nada de como introducen a Jason y a Freddy porque esto ya lo hizo la película, y este cómic no es más que una continuación de la misma, pero es bueno mencionar que a diferencia de la película, este cómic sí que es un buen crossover a la hora de unir universos. Recordemos que en Freddy Vs Jason no se molestaron mucho en esto. Solo lo más expertos se acordarán de que al final de Jason va al Infierno pudimos ver una pequeña escena en la que aparece la afilada garra de Krueger para arrastrar la máscara de Jason al infierno. Esto, que no deja de ser un simple guiño, no justifica que debamos de creernos tan rápido que ambos asesinos comparten mundo. Y aunque es cierto que el principio de la cinta se molesta un poco en cruzar sagas, este cómic se molesta y trabaja mejor la introducción del universo Evil Dead. No solo añaden a Ash y al Necronomicon porque sí. Si no que acabaremos descubriendo que la inmortalidad de Jason y los poderes oníricos de Freddy vienen muy ligados al tomo maldito.
Al ser una miniserie, el ritmo de la historia es de lo más endiablado. Por lo que es muy disfrutable. Lo malo es que no deberíamos esperar mucho del profundizaje de los personajes que, en su total mayoría, son solo carne de cañón. Porque sí, al igual que en Freddy Vs Jason, no faltará el típico grupo de desmadrados teenagears que acompañen a Ash en su enfrentamiento contra los legendarios psychokillers. Aunque aquí, su peso o importancia son aún menores que en la película.
Los amantes de la casquería pueden estar tranquilos, en este cómics se van a encontrar con escenas sanguinolentas. La mayoría gracias a Jason y su incansable sed de sangre. Además de que las páginas están plagadas de guiños, homenajes y referencias de todas las sagas que componen este crossover: Pesadilla en Elm Street, Viernes 13 y Evil Dead, en su mayoría evidentes. Y no hay que olvidar de que respetan a los personajes. El humor negro y malsonante de Freddy Krueger, el mordaz sarcasmo que caracteriza a Ash Williams y la brutalidad de Jason... además de su eterno mutismo.
Si hay algo que diferencia claramente a la película del cómic, es el de incluir un "héroe", y es que una de sus frases promocionales era "Gane quien gane, nosotros perdemos" Puede que en el film, el grupo de adolescentes cumpliese a regañadientes el papel de héroes... aunque esto es muy precipitado de admitir. Cierto que en el género de terror no hay muchos héroes propiamente dichos. Pero reconozcamos que podrían habernos puesto a Alice de la franquicia Resident Evil como particular salvadora del día, y no me nieguen que ella no es una heroína de los pies a la cabeza y que no quedaría tan mal en un crossover así. Por suerte, eligen a Ash, el antihéroe del cine de terror por excelencia. Y es que, a pesar de ser "El Elegido", él no está a gusto ni mucho menos con lo que ese título implica. Siempre que se ha enfrentado a las fuerzas del mal ha visto morir a sus seres queridos o ha salido muy malherido de la situación. Incluso se ha visto arrastrado al pasado. Aunque al final siempre estará dispuesto a hacer rugir su motosierra, o apretar el gatillo de su recortada, o dar rienda suelta a su bocaza. Y ya de paso, llevarse a la chica... así es nuestro incorregible Ash.
El estilo de dibujo no está nada mal. Pero hay que mencionar que en el último número hay un drástico cambio que hace más mal que bien.
En definitiva, un enfrentamiento en viñetas que no debe perderse ningún fan de estas tres grandes sagas del cine de terror
Como podéis comprobar el cómic comienza de forma muy potente. Además de que añade de estupenda forma al personaje de Ash. No diré nada de como introducen a Jason y a Freddy porque esto ya lo hizo la película, y este cómic no es más que una continuación de la misma, pero es bueno mencionar que a diferencia de la película, este cómic sí que es un buen crossover a la hora de unir universos. Recordemos que en Freddy Vs Jason no se molestaron mucho en esto. Solo lo más expertos se acordarán de que al final de Jason va al Infierno pudimos ver una pequeña escena en la que aparece la afilada garra de Krueger para arrastrar la máscara de Jason al infierno. Esto, que no deja de ser un simple guiño, no justifica que debamos de creernos tan rápido que ambos asesinos comparten mundo. Y aunque es cierto que el principio de la cinta se molesta un poco en cruzar sagas, este cómic se molesta y trabaja mejor la introducción del universo Evil Dead. No solo añaden a Ash y al Necronomicon porque sí. Si no que acabaremos descubriendo que la inmortalidad de Jason y los poderes oníricos de Freddy vienen muy ligados al tomo maldito.
Al ser una miniserie, el ritmo de la historia es de lo más endiablado. Por lo que es muy disfrutable. Lo malo es que no deberíamos esperar mucho del profundizaje de los personajes que, en su total mayoría, son solo carne de cañón. Porque sí, al igual que en Freddy Vs Jason, no faltará el típico grupo de desmadrados teenagears que acompañen a Ash en su enfrentamiento contra los legendarios psychokillers. Aunque aquí, su peso o importancia son aún menores que en la película.
Los amantes de la casquería pueden estar tranquilos, en este cómics se van a encontrar con escenas sanguinolentas. La mayoría gracias a Jason y su incansable sed de sangre. Además de que las páginas están plagadas de guiños, homenajes y referencias de todas las sagas que componen este crossover: Pesadilla en Elm Street, Viernes 13 y Evil Dead, en su mayoría evidentes. Y no hay que olvidar de que respetan a los personajes. El humor negro y malsonante de Freddy Krueger, el mordaz sarcasmo que caracteriza a Ash Williams y la brutalidad de Jason... además de su eterno mutismo.
Si hay algo que diferencia claramente a la película del cómic, es el de incluir un "héroe", y es que una de sus frases promocionales era "Gane quien gane, nosotros perdemos" Puede que en el film, el grupo de adolescentes cumpliese a regañadientes el papel de héroes... aunque esto es muy precipitado de admitir. Cierto que en el género de terror no hay muchos héroes propiamente dichos. Pero reconozcamos que podrían habernos puesto a Alice de la franquicia Resident Evil como particular salvadora del día, y no me nieguen que ella no es una heroína de los pies a la cabeza y que no quedaría tan mal en un crossover así. Por suerte, eligen a Ash, el antihéroe del cine de terror por excelencia. Y es que, a pesar de ser "El Elegido", él no está a gusto ni mucho menos con lo que ese título implica. Siempre que se ha enfrentado a las fuerzas del mal ha visto morir a sus seres queridos o ha salido muy malherido de la situación. Incluso se ha visto arrastrado al pasado. Aunque al final siempre estará dispuesto a hacer rugir su motosierra, o apretar el gatillo de su recortada, o dar rienda suelta a su bocaza. Y ya de paso, llevarse a la chica... así es nuestro incorregible Ash.
El estilo de dibujo no está nada mal. Pero hay que mencionar que en el último número hay un drástico cambio que hace más mal que bien.
En definitiva, un enfrentamiento en viñetas que no debe perderse ningún fan de estas tres grandes sagas del cine de terror
June 18, 2024
I’m one of the few horror fans that actually enjoyed the Freddy vs. Jason movie, and one of the even fewer that wanted a sequel. I heard how the filmmakers wanted to include Pinhead welcoming the two slashers to Hell at the end, but couldn’t due to not owning the rights to the character. I dreamt of a perfect sequel that involved Pinhead and the melding of three iconic horror franchises, but sadly that never came. But we did get this. Unfortunately I put off reading this for so long that copies were no longer being sold in stores, and I distinctly remember walking into a book store and seeing the cover and thinking, “I’ll come back for this”, but I never did. Luckily, us horror fans are crafty and I was easily able to find this online due to fans wanting to make this graphic novel more accessible. The story functions as a sequel to the events depicted in Freddy vs. Jason, but also acts as it’s own story continuing on the legacy of both franchises (A Nightmare on Elm Street and Friday the 13th), while also weaving in Ash Williams from the Evil Dead franchise. I thought this comic did a decent job at picking up where the last movie left off, and while I’m not a fan of previous horror survivors being picked off in the opening sequence, I recognize that it is a staple of the Friday the 13th franchise and I do feel like it was done well here. This comic had a solid opening premise and did great at casually reintroducing these iconic characters together in one setting. I’ve never been a huge fan of Ash Williams (though I still haven’t seen Army of Darkness or Ash vs. Evil Dead as I write this review) even though I’m a fan of the Evil Dead movies. I always thought his character was a stand-in “final boy” for male horror fans to project themselves onto. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, I just never previously connected with his character the way that many horror fans have. I used to think his personality and “ladies man” bravado was boring, but it felt a little more charming and fun here. I liked his characterization here, though I did notice he chastises a guy for flirting with Bree when she’s in shock, even though he did kiss her after she falls into his arms directly after they discover her boyfriend’s dead body earlier. There were some minor homophobic moments in this comic, but that’s to be expected from a comic based off such old horror franchises like this, and the homophobic remarks do come from characters who are supposed to shitty (and Freddy Krueger when he’s tormenting Jason) so they do feel fitting with the story and most of the characters. It’s also important to remember that while horror has always been a very queer genre, mainstream horror audiences during the era that this was written were perceived to only be straight white men, so it’s important to take that into account when reading a story like this and try to appreciate it for what it is anyway. I did like the minuscule mention/joke of Jason potentially being gay because I do think that the character acts as a villainous antagonistic stand-in for all kids who were bullied or ostracized/othered, so that was a fun little moment I appreciated despite how small it was. I liked the artwork and how it fit the dark tone of the narrative, and there is some pretty creative and dark imagery here that really elevates the material. The artwork on the kill scenes and gore was done really well and really did the source material justice. The graphic novel medium really gave the writers an ability to play around with Freddy Krueger’s abilities without having to worry about special effects or a budget. Introducing the Necronomicon and the Evil Dead lore into this crossover really opened up the door to some interesting storylines, and I particularly loved seeing Freddy Krueger use the Necronomicon. I love how this small inclusion spiced up and brought life back to these two tired horror franchise villains and shook up the tired storytelling formula. Introducing the idea that Jason may be some from of Deadite was also interesting and fun, and it easily ties the Evil Dead franchise together in this crossover. I felt the ending had the weakest writing and art work, and it did feel too neat and easy for a conclusion, but it was still a fun ride regardless and I am looking forward to reading the follow-up. Overall, not as good as it should have been but not terrible either. I would easily recommend this graphic novel for horror fans of these franchises and characters.
January 25, 2019
Aún no estoy seguro de si me gusta o no
Creo que es un comic para fans, el cual no te tienes que tomar muy enserio, más bien es entretenido para aquellos quen quieren saber un poco más de Freddy, o Jason, o Ash.
Ésta es la secuela de Freddy vs Jason, la cual nunca se grabó y terminó contada en forma de cómics
Tiene unas cosas super sacadas de la manga, como el misterioso objeto oculto en la casa de los Voorhees, y el hecho de que Crystal Lake ahora sea un lugar super felíz y prospero, con un supermercado enorme y grupos de coristas amigables
Pero si solo hace 5 años se estaban haciendo matanzas en ese lugar!
La historia de amor me pareció super sobrada, pero claro, que el heroe tiene que terminar con su chica, por que tener pareja es sinónimo de premiación y autorealización
Freddy es astuto, como de costumbre, y tiene un gran plan, que no se por que demonios no ejecutó en FVJ, de ser así, fácilmente hubiera ganado
En fin, que después de Jason X, cualquier cosa puede pasar, no se para que me quejo
Es final es bueno e intrigante, da paso a más partes, y yo más que felíz si llegan a salir más
Creo que es un comic para fans, el cual no te tienes que tomar muy enserio, más bien es entretenido para aquellos quen quieren saber un poco más de Freddy, o Jason, o Ash.
Ésta es la secuela de Freddy vs Jason, la cual nunca se grabó y terminó contada en forma de cómics
Tiene unas cosas super sacadas de la manga, como el misterioso objeto oculto en la casa de los Voorhees, y el hecho de que Crystal Lake ahora sea un lugar super felíz y prospero, con un supermercado enorme y grupos de coristas amigables
Pero si solo hace 5 años se estaban haciendo matanzas en ese lugar!
La historia de amor me pareció super sobrada, pero claro, que el heroe tiene que terminar con su chica, por que tener pareja es sinónimo de premiación y autorealización
Freddy es astuto, como de costumbre, y tiene un gran plan, que no se por que demonios no ejecutó en FVJ, de ser así, fácilmente hubiera ganado
En fin, que después de Jason X, cualquier cosa puede pasar, no se para que me quejo
Es final es bueno e intrigante, da paso a más partes, y yo más que felíz si llegan a salir más
September 27, 2022
It was originally supposed to be a movie, a sequel to Freddy vs Jason. Sadly that movie was awful and this one never got produced.
But what is it about? Simple, Freddy is in control of Jason and is looking for the Necronomicon Ex Mortis from the Evil Dead series and it's up to the chosen one, Asley Williams, to dispose of those two.
It has good ideas and all but I do think a movie would have been better for pacing.
The characters do feel like in the movies, there is no issue there and we have confirmation that both Jason and Freddy are just some super charged deadites.
Other than that it’s kind of bland.
But what is it about? Simple, Freddy is in control of Jason and is looking for the Necronomicon Ex Mortis from the Evil Dead series and it's up to the chosen one, Asley Williams, to dispose of those two.
It has good ideas and all but I do think a movie would have been better for pacing.
The characters do feel like in the movies, there is no issue there and we have confirmation that both Jason and Freddy are just some super charged deadites.
Other than that it’s kind of bland.
May 18, 2025
freddy vs jason vs ash vs sackcloth vs dust vs johnny vs carson vs larry vs the sun vs orange (color) vs irange (cilir) vs frank vs swans vs carpenters vs Spider-Man™ vs grampa vs gramma vs my dad vs general patton vs the board vs richard vs willpower vs dogs vs catz vs pier 51 vs horace vs Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin vs who cares vs las vegas vs sesame street
October 13, 2019
While on screen Ash and Freddy would be a wisecracking battle in the written form it doesn't work too well. When Freddy and Jason are killing its fun; but Ash didn't fit in and his storyline bored me.
February 10, 2020
Hit all the cheesy notes one would expect from 3 campy cultish movies. Artwork was beautiful, I think ash and Jason were a little off looking in some of the panels, but Freddy stole the show, as always for me.
June 29, 2025
It gives a glimpse into what this sequel would have been like had the project come to fruition. Overall, it treats all the characters and franchises involved with respect and delivers an entertaining product.
October 13, 2025
overall a good plot mix ups of multiple dimension characters never end well but this one keep the pace and thriller above average wish plot has some more sync with the original ones .well to be honest its kinda average and good both at a time due to the changes in story
December 25, 2019
freddy can really ruin an otherwise ok comic huh. shut the fuck up crispy raisin bran ballsack lookin ass
May 31, 2020
Ignoring the many plot holes in this thing, it was a decent crossover comic. I'm sure the film would have been great. Worth tracking down.
August 13, 2020
A really fun continuation of the dual franchises. It even includes an added piece of lore that explains Jason’s abilities/motivations as far back as the second film. Great artwork too!
May 31, 2021
Just good cheesy over the top corny horror fun. Staying true to the original characters for better or worse. I’d like to see a movie for sure.
February 15, 2022
This was excellent!!! Loved it! Hope to get my hands on the sequel soon!
July 18, 2022
Not great in any department. Ambitious, though. Or foolhardy.
November 11, 2024
Good and logical follow up to Freddy vs Jason.
November 16, 2024
2.5 Not sure what I was expecting, but this wasn't really it. Not the best writing/story imo.
April 22, 2024
I’m one of the few horror fans that actually enjoyed the Freddy vs. Jason movie, and one of the even fewer that wanted a sequel. I heard how the filmmakers wanted to include Pinhead welcoming the two slashers to Hell at the end, but couldn’t due to not owning the rights to the character. I dreamt of a perfect sequel that involved Pinhead and the melding of three iconic horror franchises, but sadly that never came. But we did get this. Unfortunately I put off reading this for so long that copies were no longer being sold in stores, and I distinctly remember walking into a book store and seeing the cover and thinking, “I’ll come back for this”, but I never did. Luckily, us horror fans are crafty and I was easily able to find this online due to fans wanting to make this graphic novel more accessible. The story functions as a sequel to the events depicted in Freddy vs. Jason, but also acts as it’s own story continuing on the legacy of both franchises (A Nightmare on Elm Street and Friday the 13th), while also weaving in Ash Williams from the Evil Dead franchise. I thought this comic did a decent job at picking up where the last movie left off, and while I’m not a fan of previous horror survivors being picked off in the opening sequence, I recognize that it is a staple of the Friday the 13th franchise and I do feel like it was done well here. This comic had a solid opening premise and did great at casually reintroducing these iconic characters together in one setting. I’ve never been a huge fan of Ash Williams (though I still haven’t seen Army of Darkness or Ash vs. Evil Dead as I write this review) even though I’m a fan of the Evil Dead movies. I always thought his character was a stand-in “final boy” for male horror fans to project themselves onto. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, I just never previously connected with his character the way that many horror fans have. I used to think his personality and “ladies man” bravado was boring, but it felt a little more charming and fun here. I liked his characterization here, though I did notice he chastises a guy for flirting with Bree when she’s in shock, even though he did kiss her after she falls into his arms directly after they discover her boyfriend’s dead body earlier. There were some minor homophobic moments in this comic, but that’s to be expected from a comic based off such old horror franchises like this, and the homophobic remarks do come from characters who are supposed to shitty (and Freddy Krueger when he’s tormenting Jason) so they do feel fitting with the story and most of the characters. It’s also important to remember that while horror has always been a very queer genre, mainstream horror audiences during the era that this was written were perceived to only be straight white men, so it’s important to take that into account when reading a story like this and try to appreciate it for what it is anyway. I did like the minuscule mention/joke of Jason potentially being gay because I do think that the character acts as a villainous antagonistic stand-in for all kids who were bullied or ostracized/othered, so that was a fun little moment I appreciated despite how small it was. I liked the artwork and how it fit the dark tone of the narrative, and there is some pretty creative and dark imagery here that really elevates the material. The artwork on the kill scenes and gore was done really well and really did the source material justice. The graphic novel medium really gave the writers an ability to play around with Freddy Krueger’s abilities without having to worry about special effects or a budget. Introducing the Necronomicon and the Evil Dead lore into this crossover really opened up the door to some interesting storylines, and I particularly loved seeing Freddy Krueger use the Necronomicon. I love how this small inclusion spiced up and brought life back to these two tired horror franchise villains and shook up the tired storytelling formula. Introducing the idea that Jason may be some from of Deadite was also interesting and fun, and it easily ties the Evil Dead franchise together in this crossover. I felt the ending had the weakest writing and art work, and it did feel too neat and easy for a conclusion, but it was still a fun ride regardless and I am looking forward to reading the follow-up. Overall, not as good as it should have been but not terrible either. I would easily recommend this graphic novel for horror fans of these franchises and characters.
August 29, 2014
This is a fun story and you can tell it would have been a cool movie if they'd ever actually made it. Having said that, it's strictly for fans. Which is fine I guess since nobody who wasn't a fan would look at the amazon listing and say "14 used from $45? let me find my credit card".
There are some serious pacing issues with this. We don't really get to know any of the characters except the ones we already know, and there are moments where the action is so rushed it's difficult to tell what's going on. There's no atmosphere. Jason's sound effect is written as "ch-ch-ch ah-ah-ah" instead of "ki-ki-ki ma-ma-ma" which really, come on, this is an official product. I have my standards. Anyway my first thought is that it should have been longer to remedy some of the rushing, but they've obviously had enough trouble adapting the beats from a film script to fit the six-part serial, so adding more parts would only make things worse.
Another thing that seemed rushed was the art, which ranges from good to disastrous. In the big-panel pages dealing with Freddy and Jason there are some nicely executed moments, and the artist obviously really enjoys the change to draw these characters. Nobody named Jason should enjoy drawing Jason that much, actually, so I propose we lock the guy up pre-emptively. Just a thought.
Anyway, despite those nice moments a lot of the art is in the mediocre-to-clumsy region, and a few panels are actively bad. Craig seems to struggle with the rendering of normal human beings. I don't know whether that's because he's weak in that area or just because he was rushed and needed to focus on the movie-monster pages, but at times it actually hampers the storytelling. It took me a lot longer than it should have to realise the girl at the start was meant to be Lori from the film, because the drawings looked nothing like the (fairly distinctive) actress who played her. And I've seen that movie easily like 10 times so it's totally not because I don't know what she looks like. Later we see this is because Craig draws all women the same (and with string-side underpants sticking out above their pants like it's 2001 for some reason). When Bree talks about her breasts making men do whatever she wants, all I can think is that they look the same as every other woman in Crystal Lake's breasts. In a sequence where distinguishing between Bree and Carrie is important I ... can't. I had to go back and re-read that bit, due to a combination of rushed scripting and poor visual character design. Ash is at least always recognisable, but still suffers from some poorly executed renderings that make him look a bit head-melty.
At any rate, it isn't the worst art I've ever seen in a comic and in spite of some pretty major flaws in pacing and the occasional line that really needed an actor's delivery to make it work, this isn't an awful adaptation of a film script. Some of the nods to past films were fun, and there were a few good kills (although the best one was on the amazon preview so I got spoilered). Pretty dumb, definitely goofy, sometimes very poorly translated to the page, but a lot of people get killed with a machete so overall I am happy.
There are some serious pacing issues with this. We don't really get to know any of the characters except the ones we already know, and there are moments where the action is so rushed it's difficult to tell what's going on. There's no atmosphere. Jason's sound effect is written as "ch-ch-ch ah-ah-ah" instead of "ki-ki-ki ma-ma-ma" which really, come on, this is an official product. I have my standards. Anyway my first thought is that it should have been longer to remedy some of the rushing, but they've obviously had enough trouble adapting the beats from a film script to fit the six-part serial, so adding more parts would only make things worse.
Another thing that seemed rushed was the art, which ranges from good to disastrous. In the big-panel pages dealing with Freddy and Jason there are some nicely executed moments, and the artist obviously really enjoys the change to draw these characters. Nobody named Jason should enjoy drawing Jason that much, actually, so I propose we lock the guy up pre-emptively. Just a thought.
Anyway, despite those nice moments a lot of the art is in the mediocre-to-clumsy region, and a few panels are actively bad. Craig seems to struggle with the rendering of normal human beings. I don't know whether that's because he's weak in that area or just because he was rushed and needed to focus on the movie-monster pages, but at times it actually hampers the storytelling. It took me a lot longer than it should have to realise the girl at the start was meant to be Lori from the film, because the drawings looked nothing like the (fairly distinctive) actress who played her. And I've seen that movie easily like 10 times so it's totally not because I don't know what she looks like. Later we see this is because Craig draws all women the same (and with string-side underpants sticking out above their pants like it's 2001 for some reason). When Bree talks about her breasts making men do whatever she wants, all I can think is that they look the same as every other woman in Crystal Lake's breasts. In a sequence where distinguishing between Bree and Carrie is important I ... can't. I had to go back and re-read that bit, due to a combination of rushed scripting and poor visual character design. Ash is at least always recognisable, but still suffers from some poorly executed renderings that make him look a bit head-melty.
At any rate, it isn't the worst art I've ever seen in a comic and in spite of some pretty major flaws in pacing and the occasional line that really needed an actor's delivery to make it work, this isn't an awful adaptation of a film script. Some of the nods to past films were fun, and there were a few good kills (although the best one was on the amazon preview so I got spoilered). Pretty dumb, definitely goofy, sometimes very poorly translated to the page, but a lot of people get killed with a machete so overall I am happy.
July 16, 2014
Freddy is back and with the help of Jason is stirring in Crystal Lake. Deep within Jason's memories Freddy has found a way to obtain limitless power. An ancient book with dominion over the dead. Necronomicon Ex Mortis. Now it is down to the "Chosen One", Ash Williams, to stop the two undead killers before it's too late.
The long awaited sequel to Freddy Vs. Jason too awesome to exist.
I'd love to see a FvJvA movie, but each year the chances of it actually happening become less and less. Especially now that all three series have had remakes done to them. Seeing it in comic form is better than nothing.
This comic is awesome. Freddy is mischievous as ever, manipulating everyone around him while plotting omnicide. Jason winds up playing second fiddle again, but this isn't really a bad thing, his character is really little more than 'point at thing that will soon die'. Ash does feel a bit strange shoehorning his backstory into a few conversations, but once the story gets moving he is as awesome as ever.
An excellent story of three kings of horror doing battle for the fate of the world.
The long awaited sequel to Freddy Vs. Jason too awesome to exist.
I'd love to see a FvJvA movie, but each year the chances of it actually happening become less and less. Especially now that all three series have had remakes done to them. Seeing it in comic form is better than nothing.
This comic is awesome. Freddy is mischievous as ever, manipulating everyone around him while plotting omnicide. Jason winds up playing second fiddle again, but this isn't really a bad thing, his character is really little more than 'point at thing that will soon die'. Ash does feel a bit strange shoehorning his backstory into a few conversations, but once the story gets moving he is as awesome as ever.
An excellent story of three kings of horror doing battle for the fate of the world.
August 23, 2012
I was underwhelmed by this crossover. I am a huge fan of Freddy vs. Jason and love all thing Ash but this just didn't work for me.
The first thing that bugged me was the artwork. It looked very rushed and I frequently found myself re-looking at panels to figure out what the hell just happened.
The story was very weak. More S-mart, more cabin, the same one liners. The main AOD comics have risen above these basic cliches. This story relished in them.
All in all a way to predictable tale containing three horror powerhouses.
The first thing that bugged me was the artwork. It looked very rushed and I frequently found myself re-looking at panels to figure out what the hell just happened.
The story was very weak. More S-mart, more cabin, the same one liners. The main AOD comics have risen above these basic cliches. This story relished in them.
All in all a way to predictable tale containing three horror powerhouses.
May 25, 2015
3.5 bloody Stars: This was an entertaining comic. I wouldn't call it a masterpiece because there's almost no plot, it's only an excuse to bring Jason, Freddy and Ash together...and I loved it. If you are a fan of the slasher movies you'll probably enjoy it but, again, don't expect a mind-blowing plot.
The artwork was decent for the most part, except for some pages at the end and Ash is awesome with his chainsaw and over-the-top-badass atittude.
The artwork was decent for the most part, except for some pages at the end and Ash is awesome with his chainsaw and over-the-top-badass atittude.
December 13, 2025
As a fan of these characters, I found this to be a very fun read. Rumor has it this or the second set of graphic novels titled 'Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash: Nightmare warriors' was worked from a script that was supposed to be the sequel to Freddy vs. Jason. This does kind of hint at that as the survivors from that movie do appear at the beginning of this story. Then it's slasher slaptick fun as Ash takes on Freddy and Jason and everything gets tied to the Necronomicon.
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