Media Release -- The Unlucky Four finally arrive at Twilight's Bastion, where they find that Master Long is in even worse condition than they feared. And they are still starless! Meanwhile, the other members of the Mighty Zodiac face multiple obstacles in their journey to Twilight's Bastion. Will any of them make it in time to see Master Long alive?
THE MIGHTY ZODIAC #2
(W) J. Torres
(A/CA) Corin Howell
(C) Maarta Laiho
Age Range: 8 and up
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
Price: $3.99
Why It's Neat:
Learn how snakes evolve into dragons!
Buta reveals how he found a fallen star...
Find out how the Unlucky Four—Tan, Ko, Kane, and Mal—started their training as the Mighty Zodiac and climbed their way to the top!
Perfect for readers young and old, and fans of Kung Fu Panda, Bone, and Usagi Yojimbo.
What people are saying:
10 OUT OF 10 REVIEW: "This is a journey with a whole new set of characters, and I find myself wanting more of this journey now. [...] I'm looking forward to the next five issues for sure, and hopefully more stories beyond that. The time seems right for a property like this to find an audience waiting for it. Torres, Howell, and Laiho deliver and then promise even more to come." Comicosity
5 OUT OF 5 REVIEW: "Every so often, a comic comes a long and catches you completely off-guard in the best of ways. The latest to have that effect on me is J. Torres' and Corin Howell's The Mighty Zodiac [...] this is an anthropomorphic adventure that is unlike anything else on the market right now. Take notice, people." Big Comic Page
4 OUT OF 5 REVIEW: "For kids and kids at heart, The Mighty Zodiac #1 from Oni Press combines magic, folklore, and ninja rabbits to tell a tale of a power struggle amongst factions of the Chinese zodiac. [...] Often, when catering to children, creators write in jokes and goofy situations to peak interest and sales, but The Mighty Zodiac doesn't need to do that to create a good story." Comic Crusaders
"This seems to take several ideas that comics don't try out enough and squishes them all together into twenty-odd pages. [...] I don't know about you, but that's the kind of story I can really get behind. A simple, empathetic idea, bolstered by a great writer and one of the most versatile, light artists in the industry today." ComicsAlliance, "Best Comic Books Ever (This Week)"
"It is no small feat to create for an audience that includes both children and adult comic book fans, and for the most part J. Torres' The Mighty Zodiac #1 manages to appeal to both demographics, largely thanks to an interesting blend of cultural aesthetics and narrative choices. Aided by some noticeably strong and appropriate artwork by Corin Howell and vibrant coloring from Maarta Laiho, the comic is a standout in the sense that there really isn't much else like it." Newsarama, "Best Shots Advance Reviews"
"The Mighty Zodiac #1 sets the table for an action packed quest tale in the vein of Bone or Usagi Yojimbo. [...] The Mighty Zodiac #1 proves that a comic doesn't have to be good or just good for kids—it can be both." The Outhouse
"It's a very enjoyable tale with a sword wielding dog, a cat with a bow and arrow... and it's just good. [...] Torres is a pretty damn good writer, keeping the story moving and the action fresh. It gave me a similar feeling to when I first read Jeff Smith's Bone. The art is nice and moves great with the story. It's something I would feel comfortable giving to my daughter. [...] So pick up this book... it's quite charming, quite fun, and engaging. Best part? You can read it with your kids. You both will enjoy it. " Forces of Geek
"Buy it! The zodiac is used amazingly in both the story and the art with this world of animal tribes and warriors. Using the rabbit as an antagonistic force instead of the cat is an interesting turn of events and the art is charming. Plus, its straight forward approach to the story will make it easy for little ones to enjoy as well!" Rogues Portal
"[...] an imaginative and clever take on Eastern folk tales for anyone who considers themselves a fan of KUNG FU PANDA… but without the cheesy puns and annoying, whip-smart Jack Black colloquialisms. [...] it looks incredible, the writing is beautifully paced [...] I'm very much taken with this book." An Englishman in San Diego
"At first, I was upset that The Mighty Zodiac cast rabbits as the villains of the piece. However, I appreciate that it differentiates between evil, dark-ninja rabbits and soft, ear-scratching rabbits that enjoy grass-chewing." Michael Winston, owner of Bridge City Comics, rabbit lover
