#scifi graphic novel

[red-batty]

In the Shadow of Harmony

A prose preview of the graphic novel

23:19, Monday, June 27. 2231 A.D. Arc Industries Headquarters, New Mega, USA.

"Sergeant Davis, come in. I was hoping you'd take me up on my invitation."

He was supposed to believe that his entire schedule just happened to clear on the very day he had been invited to meet with the Corporate Manager for External Affairs of Arc Industries by coincidence, but Gabriel Davis wasn't a fool. Much like everything else about the police station, he knew it was influenced directly by Arc and the other corporations. The nameplate on the desk in front of him read Lyran Marrinborough. The man who owned the name was seated behind the desk with steepled fingers, looking entirely self-satisfied.

"I was told this meeting was important but I wasn't told why," Gabriel replied coldly, anyway already wanting to leave.

"Your track record is truly impressive, Sergeant Davis, I mean; truly," the corporate man purred. He walked around his desk and to the small bar cart against the wall, the small table made of real wood. Wood was a scarcity on Terra after the atmosphere eroded in the middle of the 21st century, wiping out almost every form of plantlife on the planet before it was re-terraformed. In short, the table probably cost hundreds or thousands of dollars. The corporate manager plucked a perfect crystal tumbler off the tray, and filled it with gold ambrosia. "Over 200 deviants apprehended last year alone. And this year you've almost reached 100 and it's not even July. There's not a single officer that compares to you.

"Neal Voronin, the CEO at Hauer, he spoke very highly of you. He says you're a man that can get things done, and I respect that. Which is why my superiors and I have a unique job for you–"

"I'm not a mercenary," Gabriel immediately interjected. "My job is to uphold the law and protect and serve the people."

In name only. Frankly, Gabriel’s job was to uphold one law: no sentient androids in Terra. If an android or even robotic entity--from AI to automated vending machine--was deemed in any way sentient, it was up to cops like Davis to repossess, remove, and if necessary, terminate. Gabriel did his job believing there was a sort of nobility and service in it, which few cops did anymore. Mr. Marrinborough looked startled at Gabriel's statement, even though he was a cop and had been for nearly 15 years, for just that reason.

"...And here at Arc, we appreciate that about you," Marrinborough finally decreed, "which is another reason why we think you're the man for the job. You have your priorities set. You're a man of your word!" The last line was said with some eagerness, like Marrinborough just realized the angle he wanted to use to sell his pitch to Gabriel.

"You're a good cop, Gabriel—may I call you Gabriel?–" No, you may not– "which makes you so much better suited for this than a mercenary. When we have secure matters like this we prefer to go to the police before we turn to hired hands and Sentinels. There's a level of integrity with you boys in blue that Arc values. Which is why you and I are here."

Marrinborough was now standing before him, offering a glass of honeyed liquor like temptation itself. Gabriel was dealing with the devil and his soul was at stake.

Note: I hold all rights to everything I write. Any use of the names, characters, and places in my writing will be reported as theft. Do not share without credit.

#cyberpunk #cyberpunk comic #cyberpunk graphic novel #scifi #original story #original fiction #scifi graphic novel #scifi comic #red batty

[the-worlds-between-pages]

Grace Needs Space by: Benjamin A. Wilgus and Rii Abrego

A Graphic Novel about a child of divorce trying to get close to one of her parents. The parent sucks in my opinion though so 3 stars.

Grace Needs space is an adorably drawn graphic novel about a girl named Grace and her divorced parents. Grace is going off her satellite to her ba’s ship and then a separate station entirely. It’s something she’s really looking forward to. She’s double checking landing times, going over everything even though her mom is telling her to relax, she is very much on task. I instantly loved this kid.…

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#3 stars #Benjamin A. Wilgus #child of divorce #five stars #Grace Needs Space #graphic novel #lgbtq+ #middle grade #middle grade scifi #queer parents #Rii Abrego #science fiction #scifi graphic novel #three stars #tw divorce

[midstpodcast]

We're delighted to announce a new series of tales from the MIDST Cosmos with our friends at Dark Horse Comics, coming August 2024! 🧡

Delve into MIDST with this wondrously surreal three-issue miniseries starting with MIDST: Address Unknown!

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#midst #midst podcast #third person #critical role #dark horse comics #comics #graphic novels #miniseries #scifi #fantasy #western #podcast #podcasting #audio drama #fiction podcast

[oleadergrove]

Long Exposure by Marsoid

Alright. As always we're starting with trigger warnings. Child abuse, child pornography (referenced), underage drinking and drug use, homophobia, bullying, and some violence.

When Jonas' childhood bully comes back to his school after (rumor has it) he'd gone to jail for stabbing his stepfather, they're forced to work together on a group project. They stumble across a strange research facility in the middle of the woods and gain superpowers, but with that comes an organization following them. (And maybe some romance too?)

I love this comic so much. I've read it all the way through like three times. Jonas and Mitch have a really adorable relationship (though I guess not really in the beginning, although it is kinda cute with how Mitch is very lovey-dovey) and Mitch's shirts are pretty great. The art is amazing and I loved how it's in all black and white except for Jonas' powers. Would for sure recommend to so many people it's amazing and I love it.

Since this is a webcomic, the link from the cover photo will take you to the Tapas page, but you can also read it on Webtoons and at https://www.longexposurecomic.com. You can also buy it as a print book on the author's shop if you prefer, but I don't think the entire comic is available that way. You can find the author's tumblr page @marsoid.

#webcomic #scifi #graphic novel #enemies to lovers #marsoid #booklr #book recommendations #book review

[celepom]

More Great Reads for Pride!

Beetle and the Hollow Bones by Aliza Layne

In the eerie town of ‘Allows, some people get to be magical sorceresses, while other people have their spirits trapped in the mall for all ghastly eternity. Then there’s twelve-year-old goblin-witch Beetle, who’s caught in between. She’d rather skip being homeschooled completely and spend time with her best friend, Blob Glost. But the mall is getting boring, and B.G. is cursed to haunt it, tethered there by some unseen force. And now Beetle’s old best friend, Kat, is back in town for a sorcery apprenticeship with her Aunt Hollowbone. Kat is everything Beetle wants to be: beautiful, cool, great at magic, and kind of famous online. Beetle’s quickly being left in the dust. But Kat’s mentor has set her own vile scheme in motion. If Blob Ghost doesn’t escape the mall soon, their afterlife might be coming to a very sticky end. Now, Beetle has less than a week to rescue her best ghost, encourage Kat to stand up for herself, and confront the magic she’s been avoiding for far too long. And hopefully ride a broom without crashing.

Mooncakes by Wendy Xu

A story of love and demons, family and witchcraft. Nova Huang knows more about magic than your average teen witch. She works at her grandmothers’ bookshop, where she helps them loan out spell books and investigate any supernatural occurrences in their New England town. One fateful night, she follows reports of a white wolf into the woods, and she comes across the unexpected: her childhood crush, Tam Lang, battling a horse demon in the woods. As a werewolf, Tam has been wandering from place to place for years, unable to call any townhome. Pursued by dark forces eager to claim the magic of wolves and out of options, Tam turns to Nova for help. Their latent feelings are rekindled against the backdrop of witchcraft, untested magic, occult rituals, and family ties both new and old in this enchanting tale of self-discovery.

Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up With Me by Mariko Tamaki

All Freddy Riley wants is for Laura Dean to stop breaking up with her. The day they got back together was the best one of Freddy’s life, but nothing’s made sense since. Laura Dean is popular, funny and SO CUTE … but she can be really thoughtless, even mean. Their on-again, off-again relationship has Freddy’s head spinning — and Freddy’s friends can’t understand why she keeps going back.

When Freddy consults the services of a local mystic, the mysterious Seek-Her, she isn’t thrilled with the advice she receives. But something’s got to give: Freddy’s heart is breaking in slow motion, and she may be about to lose her very best friend as well as her last shred of self-respect. Fortunately for Freddy, there are new friends, and the insight of advice columnist Anna Vice, to help her through being a teenager in love.

Mariko Tamaki and Rosemary Valero-O’Connell bring to life a sweet and spirited tale of young love that asks us to consider what happens when we ditch the toxic relationships we crave to embrace the healthy ones we need.

The Bride Was a Boy by Chii

A heartwarming transgender love story, based on true events!  A diary comic with an upbeat, adorable flair that tells the charming tale of Chii, a woman assigned male at birth. Her story starts with her childhood and follows the ups and downs of exploring her sexuality, gender, and transition–as well as falling in love with a man who’s head over heels for her. Now, Chii is about to embark on a new adventure: becoming a bride!

Nimona by N. Stevenson

Nimona is an impulsive young shapeshifter with a knack for villainy. Lord Ballister Blackheart is a villain with a vendetta. As sidekick and supervillain, Nimona and Lord Blackheart are about to wreak some serious havoc. Their mission: prove to the kingdom that Sir Ambrosius Goldenloin and his buddies at the Institution of Law Enforcement and Heroics aren't the heroes everyone thinks they are.

But as small acts of mischief escalate into a vicious battle, Lord Blackheart realizes that Nimona's powers are as murky and mysterious as her past. And her unpredictable wild side might be more dangerous than he is willing to admit.

Space Battle Lunchtime by Natalie Riess

Earth baker Peony gets the deal of a lifetime when she agrees to be a contestant on the Universe's hottest reality TV show, Space Battle Lunchtime! But that was before she knew that it shoots on location... on a spaceship... and her alien competitors don't play nice! Does Peony really have what it takes to be the best cook in the Galaxy? Tune in and find out!

I Hear the Sunspot by Yuki Fumino

Because of a hearing disability, Kohei is often misunderstood and has trouble integrating into life on campus, so he learns to keep his distance. That is until he meets the outspoken and cheerful Taichi. He tells Kohei that his hearing loss is not his fault. Taichi's words cut through Kohei's usual defense mechanisms and open his heart. More than friends, less than lovers, their relationship changes Kohei forever.

Secret XXX by Meguru Hinohara

Shohei loves bunnies! He loves them so much he’s even taken to volunteering at a local pet shop. Store owner Mito is as sweet and kind as the fuzzy critters he cares for, and it’s not long before Shohei finds himself wanting to cuddle with him as much as the bunnies! But Shohei is hiding a dangerous secret, one that makes this dream an unlikely reality.

Thirsty Mermaids by Kat Leyh

Fresh out of shipwreck wine, three tipsy mermaids decide to magically masquerade as humans and sneak onto land to indulge in much more drinking and a whole lot of fun in the heart of a local seaside tourist trap. But the good times abruptly end the next morning as, through the haze of killer hangovers, the trio realizes they never actually learned how to break the spell, and are now stuck on land for the foreseeable future. Which means everything from: enlisting the aid of their I-know-we-just-met-can-we-crash-with-you bartender friend, struggling to make sense of the world around them, and even trying to get a job with no skill set…all while attempting to somehow return to the sea and making the most of their current situation with tenacity and camaraderie (especially if someone else is buying).

Jem and the Holograms by Kelly Thompson & Sophie Campbell

Meet Jerrica Benton—a girl with a secret. She and her sister Kimber team with two friends to become... JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS! But what does it mean to be JEM today? Fashion, art, action, and style collide in Jem and the Holograms: Showtime!

#book rec #pride #queer #gay #lesbian #nonbinary #transgender #asexual #aromantic #graphic novel #manga #comic #fantasy #romance #autobio #science fiction #scifi #music #bands #mermaids #book recs

[mitografia]

Stela Gryfon from GROKEN Graphic Novel 1 and 2

#kenneth rocafort #mitografia #art #sketch #illustration #drawing #fantasy #scifi #GROKEN #Stela Gryfon #graphic novel #comic book #sketch card

[lucina-rae]

i just finished reading Always Human (again) and it made me cry (again)

I know I already recommended it before a few times but I have to recommend it again because it really is the most beautiful, perfect love story that I've ever experienced. The art, the colors, the characters, the world... all of it is so wonderful!

and it's literally available online for free you have no excuse https://www.webtoons.com/en/romance/always-human/list?title_no=557

#always human #love and gravity #ari north #lesbian romance #lesbian love #sapphic romance #sapphic love #sapphic #lesbian #comics #scifi #queer romance #romance #gay romance #comic books #yuri #webtoon #webcomic #graphic novel #wlw romance #wlw reads #sapphic comics #wlw comic #sapphic books #lgbt comics #lgbt books #queer comics #queer books #lgbt comic #scifi comic

[xwpseaweird]

The Most Ambitious Sci-Fi Film You've Never Seen | Immortal (Ad Vitam)

A tribute to one of the strangest science fictions I've ever seen. A fascinating dystopian cyberpunk film.

Immortal (Ad Vitam) is an English language, French live-action film that was released in 2004. It was directed by Enki Bilal and is loosely based on his graphic novel The Carnival Of Immortals. It stars French model Linda Hardy as Jill, German actor Thomas Kretschmann (Wanted, The Pianist) as Nikopol, and English actress Charlotte Rampling (Orca) as Elma. The film was simultaneously filmed in French and English (one take in each language) so it could be released to a broader audience without the need to do voice dubbing afterward. You may be asking why this film is so ambitious? Well, Immortal is one of the first films to be filmed with full blue screen. This means that all the outside environments, cars, and some people were digitally rendered. These renders were done by Quantic Dream, makers of the video game Heavy Rain. The entire film was a huge undertaking for a novice director and a digital company that had little experience at the time.

The film overall wasn't considered a commercial success, but it has a devoted following for those who've followed the novels. The mix of CGI and live action can be a bit jarring to some and the plot can be difficult to follow upon one viewing. That being said, it is definitely worth checking out for any Sci-Fi fan. I saw this film for the first time 20 years ago and it stuck with me. I would describe it like an indie Fifth Element that could have benefitted from a longer run time to flesh things out more.

The song is They by Jem.

NOTE: Though I've not included it in the tribute video, the film does deal with the topic of assault and there are characters that are not morally just. This is just for awareness should you decide to seek the film out. It is still a fascinating film in my opinion.

#scifi #science fiction #graphic novel #comic books #edit #youtube #vid recs #fanvid #actors #2000s aesthetic #2000s nostalgia #music

[afro-bot]

Be Yond Kuro Taishou ni Mirareteru (1996) by Silky's.

#pixel art #video games #retro anime #science fiction #sci fi #scifi #retro aesthetic #sci fi art #visual novel #scifiart #pixel graphics #retro games #90's anime #japanese games #adventure games #pc98 #pixelated #pc-98 #be yond kuro taishou ni mirareteru #silky's

[troythecatfish]

#curious archive #humanity lost #scifi #science fiction #speculative biology #speculative evolution #speculative zoology #specevo #spec evo #specbio #spec bio #spec zoo #posthuman #post human #worldbuilding #worldbuilding project #worldbuilding stuff #graphic novel #future evolution #video essay #scifi books #science fiction comic #scifi comic #tumblr recommendations #recommend #recommendation #youtube recommendations #video recommendation #youtube #youtube content

[jesncin]

What's it like where you are?

Noah and Indu, long distance penpals from across galaxies~

#illustration #space #indonesia #scifi #oc #my art #lunar boy #graphic novel #i remember feeling homesick drawing this #haha oh young me

[michelledrawz]

Centralia 2050 vol 2 is OFF TO PRINT ٩(ˊᗜˋ )و

It's happening! It's real! It's taken many tiring months to put together but Centralia 2050's second volume is officially off to the printer! In no particular order, here's some of my favorite (non-spoiler) pages from this volume! || Read CENTRALIA 2050 || Preorder vol 2 || Join the Discord ||

|| Read CENTRALIA 2050 || Preorder vol 2 || Join the Discord ||

#centralia 2050 #artists on tumblr #webcomics #comics #comics on tumblr #drawing #manga #anime #comic pages #cyberpunk manga #cyberpunk comic #cyberpunk #graphic novel #graphic novel art #female comic artist #indie comic artist #webtoons #scifi comic #indie comics #original comic #tumblr artist alley #small artist #art on tumblr

[willtempest]

Harsh Prospect is now available to buy over on my website!

#comics #scifi #horror #webcomics #harshprospect #indiecomics #graphic novel

[haveyoureadthiscomic-poll]

#the hard switch #owen d pomery #owen d. pomery #avery hill publishing #graphic novel #graphic novels #scifi #sci fi #science fiction #poll

[arthurdrakoni]

Figment is a great all ages comic from the Disney Kingdom line. This is my review.

Disney Kingdoms was a truly unappreciated gem of a comic book series. Each issue was based on a different Disney Theme Park attraction; past, present, and even ones that were never built. There’s a lot of lore and creativity put into Disney Theme Park attractions, so there is certainly very fertile ground for story telling.

So, I’d like to share with all of you a review I did of the comic Figment. Based on the classic EPCOT attraction Journey Into Imagination. Figment takes place in London in the year 1910.  It follows an aspiring inventor named Blarion Mercurial.  He might not look it, but he is destined to become The Dreamfinder.  Blarion works for The Academy Scientifica Lucidus.  He's always been a dreamer and he wants to harness the power of imagination and creativity.  Unfortunately, his boss, Chairman Illocrant, is only interested in creating a device that can during thought into energy.  While working on the device, Blarion brings Figment, his childhood imaginary friend, to life.  He also opens a portal into a realm of pure imagination.  Before long, our heroes embark on a journey into imagination.

I’d been meaning to read this comic for a while, but it got a major boost after I watched Defunctland’s episode on Journey Into Imagination. By the way, if you haven’t check out Defubctland, fix that as soon as possible. One of the best channels on YouTube. Love his attention to quality, and the amount of information he always manages to find on defunct theme park attractions.

Anyway, back on topic, I loved Figment. It is a great all ages comic with a strong message in believing in yourself. The segments set in the land of Imagination were fun and whimsical, but the real world segments were entertaining as well. It also a surprisingly well done origin story for Dreamfinder. It could easily have done very wrong. He’s one of those characters like Willy Wonka or Mrs. Frizzle where you don’t know much about them or their origins, but they’re so awesome you just don’t care. However, giving a definitive origin to such characters can backfire badly. Thankfully, that is not at all the case here.

Also, Figment is as cute and adorable as ever. Just as he should be. I’m not the only one who thinks this comic is great. It is the only member of the Disney Kingdoms line to get a sequel. Even then Disney CEO Bob Igor was blown away by the comic’s success. I know that Disney+ is going to be producing some shows based on Disney Theme Park attractions. So, perhaps Disney Kingdoms will rise again some day.

Have you read Figment? If so, what did you think?

Link to the full review on my blog is here: http://drakoniandgriffalco.blogspot.com/2018/09/comic-review-figment.html?m=1

#review #Steampunk #scifi #science fiction #Figment #journey into imagination #dreamfinder #disney #Disney Kingdoms #EPCOT #epcot center #marvel #marvel comics #Figment Comic #comics review #comic books #comic book #graphic novel #graphic novel review #graphic novels #fantasy fiction #fantasy #imagination #Disney World #All-Ages

[celepom]

FAVOURITE GRAPHIC NOVELS OF 2023

The Infinity Particle - By Wendy Xu

In this gorgeous graphic novel by Wendy Xu, co-creator of the award-winning Mooncakes, a young inventor falls for a lifelike AI and confronts questions of freedom and autonomy. Clementine Chang moves from Earth to Mars for a new start and is lucky enough to land her dream job with Dr. Marcella Lin, an Artificial Intelligence pioneer. On her first day of work, Clem meets Dr. Lin’s assistant, a humanoid AI named Kye. Clem is no stranger to robots—she built herself a cute moth-shaped companion named SENA. Still, there’s something about Kye that feels almost too human. When Clem and Kye begin to collaborate, their chemistry sets off sparks. The only downside? Dr. Lin is enraged by Kye’s growing independence and won’t allow him more freedom. Plus, their relationship throws into question everything Clem thought she knew about AI. After all, if Kye is sentient enough to have feelings, shouldn’t he be able to control his own actions? Where is the line between AI and human? As her past and Kye’s future weigh down on her, Clem becomes determined to help him break free—even if it means risking everything she came to Mars for.

Not Sew-Wicked Stepmom - By i r u, Yir, Mo9Rang

Once upon a time, there was a lovely young princess who suffered under her cruel stepmother…that is, until a children’s clothing designer is reborn as the evil stepmother! All the new Queen Abigail Friedkin wants to do is dote on the adorable Princess Blanche and give her the happy childhood she deserves. The problem is, the previous Abigail has garnered a reputation for being extremely jealous and materialistic—and to top it off, her smile is the stuff of children’s nightmares! Will Abigail be able to convince her stepdaughter that she might not be so wicked after all? 

(TW, childhood SA of the main male lead)

Until I Love Myself: The Journey of a Nonbinary Manga Artist

A bravely blunt autobiography about confronting the tangled traumas of gender dysphoria and workplace sexual harassment. Nonbinary manga artist Poppy Pesuyama is excited when forms offer the option to choose “neither” for gender and thrilled about their new job working as an assistant for mangaka X! But then he sexually harasses them, treating them first like a girl and then like something less than human. It only lasts a few months, but in some ways it never ends. Born into a body they hate and still reeling from the abuse they faced seven years ago, Pesuyama begins to rail at their past, their friends, and even their mother as they try to come to terms with who they are and what happened to them.

Belle of the Ball - By Mari Costa

High-school senior and notorious wallflower Hawkins finally works up the courage to remove her mascot mask and ask out her longtime crush: Regina Moreno, head cheerleader, academic overachiever, and all-around popular girl. There’s only one teensy little problem: Regina is already dating Chloe Kitagawa, athletic all-star…and middling English student. Regina sees a perfectly self-serving opportunity here, and asks the smitten Hawkins to tutor Chloe free of charge, knowing Hawkins will do anything to get closer to her. And while Regina’s plan works at first, she doesn’t realize that Hawkins and Chloe knew each other as kids, when Hawkins went by Belle and wore princess dresses to school every single day. Before long, romance does start to blossom…but not between who you might expect. With Belle of the Ball, cartoonist Mariana Costa has reinvigorated satisfying, reliable tropes into your new favorite teen romantic comedy.

The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich - By Deya Muniz

Lady Camembert wants to live life on her own terms, without marriage. Well, without marrying a man, that is. But the law of the land is that women cannot inherit. So when her father passes away, she does the only thing she can: She disguises herself as a man and moves to the capital city of the Kingdom of Fromage to start over as Count Camembert.   But it’s hard to keep a low profile when the beautiful Princess Brie, with her fierce activism and great sense of fashion, catches her attention. Camembert can’t resist getting to know the princess, but as the two grow closer, will she able to keep her secret?   A romantic comedy about mistaken identity, true love, and lots of grilled cheese.

#book rec #book recs #graphic novel #manga #comic #romance #scifi #romantic comedy #autobio #slice of life #fantasy #isekai