Fairy Quest: Outcasts 1

The adventures of Red and Mister Woof have only just begun. In Fablewood, all of the stories that have ever been told live side-by-side. But it is an evil place, overseen by the awful Mister Grimm and his cadre of Think Police. Red and Woof want to escape to a world where their friendship isn't prohibited, but nothing can prepare them for what lies ahead in the Dark Forest.

As I believe I’ve said before, the idea that I’d miss out on a great Kickstarter is just bizarre.  Granted, if I were to try and fund every single one I wanted to, I’d have to get another job just to do so.  One such title that I regret to say I somehow let TWO of slip by is the Fairy Quest series.  In spite of not being able to help make it happen, I’m lucky enough to at least now read the first issue of Fairy Quest: Outcasts.

Like many a great comic, the original Fairy Quest still sits on my every growing “to grab” list.  As such, I’m missing out on a good amount of introduction to this world and its characters.  Even so I didn’t struggle too much picking up on the story here with our unusual duo of Red and Woof (the embodiment of Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Wolf).  I’m not really sure why they’re on the run, but there’s enough indication that it’s likely because of the apparent ruler Mister Grimm and his cronies the Think Police.

Based on the gorgeous work I saw with Fiction Squad, I was confident the art here would be just as spectacular.  Bigger comic fans would not be surprised either knowing that Humberto Ramos was the one behind the visuals.  For those that may not be familiar, rest assured that everything about the artwork is absolutely incredible.

The second I picked this book up I was unbelievably excited to finally see it.  Having missed my chance before to contribute, I’m glad I was able to at least be among those who enjoyed it.  You should completely do the same and make sure you don’t miss out on this book.  Even if you aren’t a fairy tale nut, this is still an excellent title to read for both the story and art.

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Geek-o-Rama received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. All thoughts, comments and opinions are those of the individual reviewer.