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The Freak
Often referred to as ‘The Freak’, most people thought of him as the world’s ugliest man. He’s hated by all based strictly on how repulsive he is. Whether they like it or not, his aura and appearance leaves people in a state of disgust. Not only is he hated, but he’s pummeled in the streets. And often.
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80 pages, Paperback
First published April 9, 2019
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February 23, 2025
3.5 Stars for this one!
This one caught my attention with its stunning cover. That art reminded me of Wes Craig’s ‘Deadly Class’, which is an all-time favourite of mine! Firstly and foremostly the art style was gorgeous. I was in love world from the get-go. Our MC design was so unique - being a freak, however, was just so beautiful. The storyline was also quite enjoyable and entertaining however I felt a tad rushed. I would’ve loved to spend more time under the city, learning about their community ways of life, and the hierarchy and rules they had. I also believe the ending left more to be desired, I have questions that I need answered!!!!
I always struggle with rating Graphic Novels/Comics as you are rating both the art and story separately and collectively. So I hope this was a fair review.
Thank you to Net Galley for this ARC!
This one caught my attention with its stunning cover. That art reminded me of Wes Craig’s ‘Deadly Class’, which is an all-time favourite of mine! Firstly and foremostly the art style was gorgeous. I was in love world from the get-go. Our MC design was so unique - being a freak, however, was just so beautiful. The storyline was also quite enjoyable and entertaining however I felt a tad rushed. I would’ve loved to spend more time under the city, learning about their community ways of life, and the hierarchy and rules they had. I also believe the ending left more to be desired, I have questions that I need answered!!!!
I always struggle with rating Graphic Novels/Comics as you are rating both the art and story separately and collectively. So I hope this was a fair review.
Thank you to Net Galley for this ARC!
March 11, 2025
Not the greatest story, but the art in this book is absolutely phenomenal. Amazingly professional line work for a debut graphic novel.
February 13, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
A short graphic novel following a man with facial differences who endures insults and violence due to his appearance. I appreciated the art style as it felt quite fresh and different. The book made me think about the value of compassion and acceptance, and how even if we're not necessarily ready to embrace it yet, it can still be transformative.
A short graphic novel following a man with facial differences who endures insults and violence due to his appearance. I appreciated the art style as it felt quite fresh and different. The book made me think about the value of compassion and acceptance, and how even if we're not necessarily ready to embrace it yet, it can still be transformative.
June 17, 2025
The ugliest man in the world is beaten and humiliated but finds a group of similarly ugly friends who accept him but he can’t find it in himself to be a member of a group- he truly is a loner.
I am honestly not sure what I am supposed to feel. I feel sad, angry, disappointed, scared and even had a laugh (it’s rude but some of the comments are wild). I hope Franklin the freak finds happiness one day.
I am honestly not sure what I am supposed to feel. I feel sad, angry, disappointed, scared and even had a laugh (it’s rude but some of the comments are wild). I hope Franklin the freak finds happiness one day.
March 28, 2025
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Being hated for being different is, unfortunately, a reality for many. And often, the prejudice remains unexplored or unjustified. Is it inherited, passed down ignorantly by generations because they refuse to take a step back and reflect? Is the hate towards being different just a twisted subset of natural selection?
A lot of such existential questions came to me when reading Matt Lesniewski’s uncomfortable read of Freak.
What I liked:
The artwork is the standout winner in what makes this book so captivating and evocative. The detailed textural art is equal parts beautiful and cluttered—and I mean this in a good way. The world of Freak is a dystopian future. But, instead of exploring the world and why it has become that way, Lesniewski drives focus towards our lead. So dehumanized he is for his ugly looks that even he has forgotten his name. He just goes by “Freak”.
As ugly as the freak is to look at, the world around him isn’t any better. The streets look full of trash and debris, the buildings stand uncomfortably close to each other, the crowds passing through them with apathy. Yet, they do not seem to express their dissatisfaction with having to live in such a dystopia. Their anger finds a target only when the Freak comes into the picture. Almost as if the world they live in doesn’t approve of dissent but turns a blind eye towards discrimination. This aspect of the book really hit home for me, especially given some recent controversies surrounding problematic comments made on an online comedy show. The arguably small issue took precedence over the millions of systemic, institutional, societal, economic, and cultural issues that continue to be ignored by our leaders. Almost like the masses and the media were taking out their frustration on these comedians because voicing dissent against larger problems isn’t exactly allowed in a post-truth world. If I didn’t know better, I’d assume that the fictional city in this graphic novel was inspired by some corner of my home city that Lesniewski happened to visit and had a bad experience in.
Another aspect I really liked was the lack of character depth. The refusal to get into the characters’ minds and personalities created this distance between reader and story that worked in favor of the graphic novel. It’s easy to empathize with someone you understand, but could you do the same for a random stranger you know nothing about? The lack of justification for peoples’ actions makes you think, and that, I believe, is the point of The Freak. This isn’t a story about how to overcome discrimination. It’s a tale that shows the reader a mirror to society, forcing them to ponder over the very nature of what makes society discriminate against certain sections.
What I didn’t like:
To be honest, the ending felt a little incomplete. At the moment of finishing the book, I did not like it. Days after, I am still pondering over it, which makes me believe the open ending was by design. I liked that he doesn’t integrate into the community because that makes for a more thought-provoking finale. However, the way it was handled felt a little rushed, compared to the rest of the story. That could be the reason why I didn’t like the ending the first time around. Besides, the open-ended nature of the graphic novel might not sit well with some folks.
Conclusion:
The Freak is an absurdly evocative and visceral experience. The artwork especially does a fine job of transporting you to this dystopian world of discrimination, hate, and anger. A mirror to some of the worst aspects that still plague human society.
TL;DR:
WHAT I LIKED: Artwork, thought-provoking narrative, philosophical questions raised by the ending
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE: some mixed feelings about the ending
Being hated for being different is, unfortunately, a reality for many. And often, the prejudice remains unexplored or unjustified. Is it inherited, passed down ignorantly by generations because they refuse to take a step back and reflect? Is the hate towards being different just a twisted subset of natural selection?
A lot of such existential questions came to me when reading Matt Lesniewski’s uncomfortable read of Freak.
What I liked:
The artwork is the standout winner in what makes this book so captivating and evocative. The detailed textural art is equal parts beautiful and cluttered—and I mean this in a good way. The world of Freak is a dystopian future. But, instead of exploring the world and why it has become that way, Lesniewski drives focus towards our lead. So dehumanized he is for his ugly looks that even he has forgotten his name. He just goes by “Freak”.
As ugly as the freak is to look at, the world around him isn’t any better. The streets look full of trash and debris, the buildings stand uncomfortably close to each other, the crowds passing through them with apathy. Yet, they do not seem to express their dissatisfaction with having to live in such a dystopia. Their anger finds a target only when the Freak comes into the picture. Almost as if the world they live in doesn’t approve of dissent but turns a blind eye towards discrimination. This aspect of the book really hit home for me, especially given some recent controversies surrounding problematic comments made on an online comedy show. The arguably small issue took precedence over the millions of systemic, institutional, societal, economic, and cultural issues that continue to be ignored by our leaders. Almost like the masses and the media were taking out their frustration on these comedians because voicing dissent against larger problems isn’t exactly allowed in a post-truth world. If I didn’t know better, I’d assume that the fictional city in this graphic novel was inspired by some corner of my home city that Lesniewski happened to visit and had a bad experience in.
Another aspect I really liked was the lack of character depth. The refusal to get into the characters’ minds and personalities created this distance between reader and story that worked in favor of the graphic novel. It’s easy to empathize with someone you understand, but could you do the same for a random stranger you know nothing about? The lack of justification for peoples’ actions makes you think, and that, I believe, is the point of The Freak. This isn’t a story about how to overcome discrimination. It’s a tale that shows the reader a mirror to society, forcing them to ponder over the very nature of what makes society discriminate against certain sections.
What I didn’t like:
To be honest, the ending felt a little incomplete. At the moment of finishing the book, I did not like it. Days after, I am still pondering over it, which makes me believe the open ending was by design. I liked that he doesn’t integrate into the community because that makes for a more thought-provoking finale. However, the way it was handled felt a little rushed, compared to the rest of the story. That could be the reason why I didn’t like the ending the first time around. Besides, the open-ended nature of the graphic novel might not sit well with some folks.
Conclusion:
The Freak is an absurdly evocative and visceral experience. The artwork especially does a fine job of transporting you to this dystopian world of discrimination, hate, and anger. A mirror to some of the worst aspects that still plague human society.
TL;DR:
WHAT I LIKED: Artwork, thought-provoking narrative, philosophical questions raised by the ending
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE: some mixed feelings about the ending
March 18, 2025
A massive thanks to NetGalley and OniPress for the ARC!
At first glance, The Freak throws you headfirst into a dystopian world where cruelty and discrimination are the norm. Our unfortunate protagonist is labeled a "freak" and shunned, though the exact reason remains as elusive as basic human decency in his universe. Sure, he's not winning any beauty contests, but let’s be real - I’ve seen far worse and didn't immediately resort to pitchforks. And why should I?
The first thing that punches you in the face (other than society's overwhelming lack of empathy) is the art. Lesniewski’s style is both hyper-detailed and strangely lacking at the same time - something about the odd perspectives, lack of depth in places, and minimal shadows creates an unsettling yet mesmerizing effect. It immediately brought Dorohedoro and Q Hayashida’s gritty, chaotic world to mind.
Once the shock of the art wears off (which happens fast because tragedy doesn’t wait), we’re dragged into a relentless cycle of loss and suffering. No one's actions are justified - not the hateful masses, not even our protagonist. The story doesn't hold your hand or tell you how to feel. It just lays it all out, forcing you to sit with the discomfort and maybe even reflect on your own outlook on life and others. If I had one gripe, it’s the abrupt, open-ended conclusion. But I get it - it fits the raw, unfiltered nature of the story. Not everything needs a tidy resolution, and The Freak thrives in that uncomfortable space.
This is a visually stunning, experimental, and deeply reflective read. If you’re up for something unsettling yet oddly thought-provoking, I highly recommend checking it out.
At first glance, The Freak throws you headfirst into a dystopian world where cruelty and discrimination are the norm. Our unfortunate protagonist is labeled a "freak" and shunned, though the exact reason remains as elusive as basic human decency in his universe. Sure, he's not winning any beauty contests, but let’s be real - I’ve seen far worse and didn't immediately resort to pitchforks. And why should I?
The first thing that punches you in the face (other than society's overwhelming lack of empathy) is the art. Lesniewski’s style is both hyper-detailed and strangely lacking at the same time - something about the odd perspectives, lack of depth in places, and minimal shadows creates an unsettling yet mesmerizing effect. It immediately brought Dorohedoro and Q Hayashida’s gritty, chaotic world to mind.
Once the shock of the art wears off (which happens fast because tragedy doesn’t wait), we’re dragged into a relentless cycle of loss and suffering. No one's actions are justified - not the hateful masses, not even our protagonist. The story doesn't hold your hand or tell you how to feel. It just lays it all out, forcing you to sit with the discomfort and maybe even reflect on your own outlook on life and others. If I had one gripe, it’s the abrupt, open-ended conclusion. But I get it - it fits the raw, unfiltered nature of the story. Not everything needs a tidy resolution, and The Freak thrives in that uncomfortable space.
This is a visually stunning, experimental, and deeply reflective read. If you’re up for something unsettling yet oddly thought-provoking, I highly recommend checking it out.
March 26, 2025
In contrast to other reviews, it was much more the story that kept me reading than the art. I find the latter to be rather mediocre, beginner-like.
— Line thickness in the fore- and background is the same, with no shadows in either plane, blurring characters and buildings.
— Too much detail in the background that doesn’t look good, but rather as if it’s been directly traced from photographs.
— Odd anatomy for the humans (understandable for the protagonist who’s supposed to be a freak, but not for everyone else – unless that’s the message).
— Maybe it was just due to the lowered quality in my digital file, but the texture also makes it a bit overwhelming and difficult to find a focus.
Not the impression the cover gave.
On a positive note though, it's good to have so many diverse bodies and faces. By societal standards, a lot of "ugly" ones. Which is rare, so that's cool.
The story was quite intriguing, and, despite hoping for more, well made. Wanting to belong, but when finding a community that is accepting of your nature, it’s not what you were looking for or not enough.
I didn’t expect there to be graphic murder. (Are the characters even human? Cause there’s no way you can actually cut off someone’s head by hitting them with a shovel, right?) Not that it bothered me visually, I’m just wondering about the world-building.
Overall it’s like a short story – both in length and the literary genre. Tackles everything superficially, has a relatively open ending (although also self-explainable), one plot, one goal, one main character. I’d surely be interested in the world-building, but the focus was the message (although not clear what exactly it is, let’s the reader decide reflectively) and I guess that’s fine.
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Thank you to Oni Press on Netgalley for an e-ARC.
-21.03.25
— Line thickness in the fore- and background is the same, with no shadows in either plane, blurring characters and buildings.
— Too much detail in the background that doesn’t look good, but rather as if it’s been directly traced from photographs.
— Odd anatomy for the humans (understandable for the protagonist who’s supposed to be a freak, but not for everyone else – unless that’s the message).
— Maybe it was just due to the lowered quality in my digital file, but the texture also makes it a bit overwhelming and difficult to find a focus.
Not the impression the cover gave.
On a positive note though, it's good to have so many diverse bodies and faces. By societal standards, a lot of "ugly" ones. Which is rare, so that's cool.
The story was quite intriguing, and, despite hoping for more, well made. Wanting to belong, but when finding a community that is accepting of your nature, it’s not what you were looking for or not enough.
I didn’t expect there to be graphic murder. (Are the characters even human? Cause there’s no way you can actually cut off someone’s head by hitting them with a shovel, right?) Not that it bothered me visually, I’m just wondering about the world-building.
Overall it’s like a short story – both in length and the literary genre. Tackles everything superficially, has a relatively open ending (although also self-explainable), one plot, one goal, one main character. I’d surely be interested in the world-building, but the focus was the message (although not clear what exactly it is, let’s the reader decide reflectively) and I guess that’s fine.
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Thank you to Oni Press on Netgalley for an e-ARC.
-21.03.25
April 4, 2025
Who hasn’t, at some point in their life, felt misunderstood, outcast . . . alone? This is the constant conflict and plight of our eponymously named protagonist. Everywhere he travels, he is met with violence and disgust. But will his trip to the big city, where he hopes to go unnoticed amongst the masses, be any different from the places and experiences he’s had previously?
Not sure what I thought of this graphic novel. The story seemed so tragic to me. He did nothing to deserve the treatment he got and it was beyond cruel. We've all felt like freaks at some point in our lives and spend so much of our lives looking for people like us, for a place to belong where we don't feel different.
I understood Franklin's desire to give some of that pain back to the "so-called normal" people but what would be the point?
The artwork was amazing. The detail of the line drawing was simply awesome but the story left me wanting more. I needed answers, to know why he couldn't try to live in the place he had dreamed of forever. The ending seemed abrupt and open, like there was more of the story but the pages were lost.
Recommended for the art, but as I said the story felt a little weak. Expected publishing date April 15, 2025
Thanks to @netgalley and Oni Press for the opportunity to read this eArc in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.
Not sure what I thought of this graphic novel. The story seemed so tragic to me. He did nothing to deserve the treatment he got and it was beyond cruel. We've all felt like freaks at some point in our lives and spend so much of our lives looking for people like us, for a place to belong where we don't feel different.
I understood Franklin's desire to give some of that pain back to the "so-called normal" people but what would be the point?
The artwork was amazing. The detail of the line drawing was simply awesome but the story left me wanting more. I needed answers, to know why he couldn't try to live in the place he had dreamed of forever. The ending seemed abrupt and open, like there was more of the story but the pages were lost.
Recommended for the art, but as I said the story felt a little weak. Expected publishing date April 15, 2025
Thanks to @netgalley and Oni Press for the opportunity to read this eArc in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.
February 14, 2025
The Freak is a short but powerful graphic novel that sticks with you long after you turn the last page. The art style immediately reminded me of those weird, stylish MTV animated series from the '90s (think The Maxx and Aeon Flux) with its rough edges and surreal atmosphere. It’s a perfect fit for the story’s tone, which is dark, introspective, and just the right amount of unsettling.
The main character is a tragic figure through and through, someone you can’t help but sympathize with even as they navigate a harsh and unrelenting world. The ending hit harder than I expected as I found myself genuinely sad when it was over. I would have loved to see where The Freak’s journey went next, but maybe that lingering sense of unfinished business is part of what makes it so memorable.
If you’re into moody, unconventional stories with striking visuals, this one is definitely worth checking out.
The main character is a tragic figure through and through, someone you can’t help but sympathize with even as they navigate a harsh and unrelenting world. The ending hit harder than I expected as I found myself genuinely sad when it was over. I would have loved to see where The Freak’s journey went next, but maybe that lingering sense of unfinished business is part of what makes it so memorable.
If you’re into moody, unconventional stories with striking visuals, this one is definitely worth checking out.
March 24, 2022
A man called The Freak, a person who is beaten regularly in his small home town over his hideous looks, goes to the big city in order to make a fresh start. What he finds there is something worse. The art of this book is what makes you want to read it. The city is a place of casual squalor. Each street is covered with loose scattered rock. Liquid filth is routinely shown on the walls. Every person, while dressed differently to show "individuality, has the same dead-eyed look of the conformer. The Freak is more than just a physical outcast. Mentally he could never be one of these people. And while the crowd hate him for looking different, their real hatred stems from them coming to grips with how they can never be special like he is.
March 16, 2025
Matt Lesniewski’s The Freak is a weird, brutal little story about a guy so ugly that people literally attack him on sight. He moves to the city hoping for a fresh start, but nope - same deal. When someone steals his only possession (a shovel), he sets out to get it back, and things spiral from there.
The black-and-white art is impressive - tons of detail, lots of grotesque faces - but sometimes so packed that it’s hard to tell what’s going on. The story starts off feeling like a revenge tale, then turns into something more abstract, but it never fully lands. It’s grim, strange, and while it has some cool ideas, it doesn’t quite stick the landing. Still, if you like your comics bleak, bizarre, and just a little off-putting, it’s worth a look.
The black-and-white art is impressive - tons of detail, lots of grotesque faces - but sometimes so packed that it’s hard to tell what’s going on. The story starts off feeling like a revenge tale, then turns into something more abstract, but it never fully lands. It’s grim, strange, and while it has some cool ideas, it doesn’t quite stick the landing. Still, if you like your comics bleak, bizarre, and just a little off-putting, it’s worth a look.
May 29, 2025
Book 095 of 350 ~ 2025
🌟🌟🌟
This was an odd duck of a book. The artist is crazy talented, and it is weird, cool. Weird being the key word here.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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🌟🌟🌟
This was an odd duck of a book. The artist is crazy talented, and it is weird, cool. Weird being the key word here.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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July 22, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley for my Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
I both liked and disliked this book. I enjoy the story and the message behind the story, but found most of the characters deplorable and the artwork grotesque. But the characters are supposed to be deplorable and I believe the art is so ugly as to reflect the ugliness of the characters. Since the book portrays exactly what it's meant to (I think), it's hard to give it a low rating, but I really did not enjoy reading it, so 3 stars it is.
I both liked and disliked this book. I enjoy the story and the message behind the story, but found most of the characters deplorable and the artwork grotesque. But the characters are supposed to be deplorable and I believe the art is so ugly as to reflect the ugliness of the characters. Since the book portrays exactly what it's meant to (I think), it's hard to give it a low rating, but I really did not enjoy reading it, so 3 stars it is.
April 11, 2025
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC of this book....
I think Matt Lesniewski's art is really, really interesting. I like how he constructs a story and really embraces his idiosyncratic line art. HI writing didn't hit as hard for me in this graphic novel, but it was a good enough story set in an interesting enough world.
For me, the art brought this up a star. I think this is a great book to just look at, to really appreciate the lin eart.
I think Matt Lesniewski's art is really, really interesting. I like how he constructs a story and really embraces his idiosyncratic line art. HI writing didn't hit as hard for me in this graphic novel, but it was a good enough story set in an interesting enough world.
For me, the art brought this up a star. I think this is a great book to just look at, to really appreciate the lin eart.
September 10, 2022
Frankenstein-esq story that is filled with emotion and invokes compassion and empathy. I wish it was about 20 pages longer (one more issue) to really wrap everything up. It's a fairly quick read, but it's one I would have no problem buying and re-reading. Normally the style of art isn't my favorite, but I grew to appreciate it.
September 19, 2024
Good artwork that reminds me Geoff Darrow with its clear line and lots of detail.
The story isn't the best. The freak is alienated his whole life, gets beat up, gets adopted by a group of other 'freaks' but wants to leave to get revenge.
I'm interested in checking out his new comic Faceless and the Family.
Preface by Jim Rugg!
The story isn't the best. The freak is alienated his whole life, gets beat up, gets adopted by a group of other 'freaks' but wants to leave to get revenge.
I'm interested in checking out his new comic Faceless and the Family.
Preface by Jim Rugg!
March 24, 2025
The artwork was amazing. The story line was horrific. I cannot believe an adult wrote this.
The Freak is about a man who doesn't look normal according to the story. He's ridiculed and beaten by everyone he comes in contact with. He finds a community of people like him but decides he doesn't belong there either. The end.
Thank you to NetGalley and OniPress for the ARC.
The Freak is about a man who doesn't look normal according to the story. He's ridiculed and beaten by everyone he comes in contact with. He finds a community of people like him but decides he doesn't belong there either. The end.
Thank you to NetGalley and OniPress for the ARC.
March 31, 2025
I received an e-copy of this on netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I don’t really get the point of this?
Man gets called a freak all his life and is an outcast. Man finds people like him but still doesn’t feel part of their community so he leaves. The end.
Wasn’t a fan of the art style either.
Glad I picked up something different but this wasn’t for me.
I don’t really get the point of this?
Man gets called a freak all his life and is an outcast. Man finds people like him but still doesn’t feel part of their community so he leaves. The end.
Wasn’t a fan of the art style either.
Glad I picked up something different but this wasn’t for me.
July 2, 2025
The Freak, by Matt Lesniewski
"The freak always dreamed of a world in which he'd be able to be himself, but he never imagined it being this difficult."
A sad yet striking modern rendition of the universal Frankenstein identity. Engaging story with intricate black & white sketches that create intensity. Good book. ****
"The freak always dreamed of a world in which he'd be able to be himself, but he never imagined it being this difficult."
A sad yet striking modern rendition of the universal Frankenstein identity. Engaging story with intricate black & white sketches that create intensity. Good book. ****
November 18, 2023
Mükemmel bir piyasaya çıkış cildi Matt Lesniewski'den.Herkes ve her şey tarafından nefret edilen freak diye çağrılan ana karakterimizin iç hesaplaşması ve ait olma duygusunu aramasını anlatıyor.Çizimler başta Geof Darrow'u andırsa da oldukça orijinal tavsiye ederim.
February 21, 2025
This wasn't my favorite art style and I don't think that the story was well developed. This all felt very surface level.
Content Warning: assault, murder, violence, bullying
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy of this book.
Content Warning: assault, murder, violence, bullying
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy of this book.
March 9, 2025
Gorgeous book and particularly impressive for a first time writer and artist especially when factoring he did it all himself. Really great art, great pacing, and a simple little story with a few surprises and a fresh idea to chew on.
April 8, 2025
More like a 1.5 star for the art alone. I really did not like this story. I can see where you might glean a little hope or a sense of community from it but that’s not what I got at all. Definitely not a fan. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.
December 30, 2025
The art style of this comic grabbed my attention. It honestly felt like reading a splatterpunk lite coloring book. I thought this story was interesting but I wish we could’ve seen more of the underground community.
January 14, 2021
This was a pretty silly, over-the-top story for the most part but I found the ending really powerful. If someone is abused long enough, abuse is all they know, all they are. Whoa.
November 10, 2021
This was lit, I'm surprised there's so few reviews of this comic. It's very short and rather simple but the art style is gorgeous.
July 8, 2024
I'm a sucker for highly detailed and unique comic art. One of the most unique styles of line work I've seen.
February 27, 2025
I really liked the style and the story. I sometimes found it visually overwhelming but in a really good way-- i wish I could explain it better. I can't wait to read more.
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