IGN exclusively unveils Image Comics' latest creation: Free Planet, a sprawling space opera blending East Meets West aesthetics with the grandeur of Dune. This sci-fi epic is a must-read for any genre enthusiast.
Explore the exclusive first look at Free Planet #1 in the slideshow below:
Free Planet #1: Exclusive Comic Book Preview
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Free Planet, written by Aubrey Sitterson (No One Left to Fight) and illustrated by Jed Dougherty (Savage Hearts), 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. Now, a band of revolutionary heroes must safeguard the planet's unique energy source from two hostile galactic empires, all while grappling with the true meaning of freedom. SITTERSON and DOUGHERTY masterfully combine the intricate world-building of EAST OF WEST with the emotional depth of SAGA in a story exploring freedom's price.
Sitterson states, " Free Planet represents the future of comics, Jed and I striving to elevate the medium with a truly literary approach, visually showcasing its rich complexity." He continues, emphasizing the visual richness and depth of the narrative, designed for multiple readings. He highlights the universal theme of freedom as the story's core, making Image Comics, a publisher championing creator freedom, the perfect home for this project.
Dougherty adds, "Aubrey and I have collaborated on fantasy and comedic works. Free Planet marks our foray into a more serious narrative: revolutionaries defending their planet's resources against interstellar threats. My art style reflects the intricate script, featuring grittier rendering and experimental page layouts. The diverse cast has come alive as they fight across land and space, rebuild their society, and pursue vengeance, justice, and even love."
Free Planet #1 launches Wednesday, May 7.
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