Aron WarnerBesprekingen
Auteur van Shrek the Third [2007 film]
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Shrek The Third
Originally Reviewed at:Mother/Gamer/Writer
Rating: 4.5 Controllers
Review Source: Sea Lion Books
With an exhilarating adventure and its lush artwork, Pariah #1 is a fun quick read with a lasting impression. I couldn’t peel my eyes from the page. From the moment I met our main character, Brent Marks, I was engaged in his story and the world around him. His troubles leapt from the page and propelled me into the life of an average teenager who was simply, anything BUT average. Marks is a Vitro, one of many children who become extremely intelligent after being cured of a genetic disorder. Even his parents are terrified of him and his abilities. Like any other teenager who just wants to fit in, he attempted to hide the part of himself that makes him special from the rest of the world. By building secret devices in his bedroom and carrying a deadly one around in his pocket, Marks introduces us to the scary side of the human mind.
In Issue #1, Warner sets the stage for an inevitable epic battle. Something devastating has happened and as a result, all the Vitro’s are blamed and being hunted down like animals. Not knowing what else to do, Marks decides to try and act “normal” and go to school. Little did he know the trouble he would get into before he even made it to class, and how the consequences of a quick-thinking decision which ends up saving his life, would later be his undoing.
Favorite Edible Quotes from Brent Marks:
“See like this right here. Is she talking about herself? Is she saying kiss me you beautiful hunk of freak?”
“Half of the time I’m lost in my own head, fighting to keep my mind quiet. And the other half of the time I’ve lost to it. And it’s in control.”
“And in case you were wondering…Yes, yes I do have elements of a highly advanced, partially constructed deep space craft in my bedroom. And no I haven’t figured out how to get it out of here. Or what to do with it when I do.”
Rating: 4.5 Controllers
Review Source: Sea Lion Books
Lila Ellerman, the star of Issue #2 is not your average boy chasing teenager. She is a survivor from the events that happened in Issue #1. Now she and other Vitro’s have fled deep into the woods and are fighting for the survival against a government who is set on controlling them, or worse, killing them. So what’s a girl to do when she is on the run and being framed for a crime she didn’t commit? She becomes the leader of said runaways and makes out with her “boyfriend” of course.
I loved, loved, loved – and loved with a deep passion - Lila. I think I spent most of my time reading this comic, laughing hysterically to myself. Her sarcastic and witty way with words left me in stitches as I devoured each page. As a highly intelligent Vitro, Lila uses her gifts to her advantage. Whether it’s enhancing experiments in the lab, or rounding up a bunch of scared yet smart individuals, Lila knows how to get the job done. Unfortunately for her, so does the American government.
Overall, Pariah is something to savor. The tension is monumental, and Warner gives you just enough action in each issue to keep you salivating for more. Like a horse being lead to water, readers will want to jump from issue to issue just to see where our young heroes will end up next. If you are looking for a lighthearted, extremely funny read filled with loads of action, I highly recommend giving this new series a try.
Edible Quotes from Lila Ellerman:
“That’s Brandon. We’re dating. Actually, I don’t know if you can call this dating. Let’s just say this: We make out sometimes. And it’s great.”
“I never thought I could be intimidating. Turns out all it takes is the properly applied use of pyrotechnics. A dash of physical force. And a flair for the dramatic.”
“It’s been a week since we ran but so far the party plus competition equation is holding true. So far what I’ve learned in the woods:
Alcohol: Easy.
Untraceable Global Connectivity: Much harder.”
“Sometimes you have to ignore the voice of intelligence, and give into the voice of cornbased passion.”
Rating: 4.5 Controllers
Review Source:Sea Lion Books for Honest Review
Reviewer: Me
Robert Maudsley, a fifteen year old kid, who is anything but ordinary. He’s hungry. And not just for food mind you, but also power. One of the scariest Vitro’s because of his lack of compassion, morals, or any other virtue that might make him human, he has the ability to manipulate/persuade people to do anything he desires. All he needs is a way in. And through his words he will trap his unsuspecting victim, molding them for his own purpose and experiments. He’s dangerous, calculating, and downright crazy. And I LOVE him!
When I reviewed Pariah Issues #1 and #2, I found those stories to be more colorful and humorous. But Issue #3 was not the least bit funny. In fact, it’s so dark and disturbing it’s like swallowing a jagged little pill (haha did you catch that Alanis Morissette reference?). While the main characters from the previous installments seemed to be relatively good people who only used their powers when necessary, Maudsley on the other hand is definitely a bad, bad character. Fueled by his curiosity and a nonchalant attitude, Maudsley uses ordinary humans for “experiments” which mainly consists of violence. He’s wanted by the police, so what. Not even the threat of jail or worse will stop him. That is until his next target turns out to be a Vitro, and his plans seem to be even more disturbing than Maudsley’s. But what is our main character to do when he is offered a job that may be too good to refuse?
Overall, Pariah #3 is by far my favorite. I love it when an author can switch up the tone and mood of a story in a series and make us see it in a different light.The graphics are still wonderfully illustrated and infused with lots of browns and yellows to give readers an ominous feeling. And when any story focuses on the simple phrase “I am hungry”, you know it’s going to be good!
Rating: 4.5 Controllers
Review Source:Sea Lion Books for Honest Review
Reviewer: Me
Franklin Hyde, the self proclaimed savior of Vitro’s. Born into a wealthy political family, Franklin was the thing they wanted to forget. His parents, unloving and uncaring, kept him hidden from the world. He was in fact, their dirty little secret. So for Franklin, books were his life, the only way for him to gain any knowledge about the world he would never get to see or live in. But when he sees the news of how Vitro’s are being treated and accused of violence left and right, he decides to act. Now out of hiding, Franklin has taken it upon himself to collect all known Vitro’s and take them to a safe place where no one can harm them. A place to call home. But like everyone else, he also has another agenda.
This is the issue where everything we have witnessed in comics #1 through #3 comes together. Yes my darlings, we have seen this man before and now we are given his full story. Issue #4 is filled with a lot of lies and deceit. As I previously stated in my review of Issue #3, the first two Issues were more comical. However, these last two have been darker and full of grim overtones. Again, I love, love, love Franklin. Is he a bad Vitro? Not necessarily. Is he willing to do whatever it takes to get what he wants? Absolutely. In the end, even his plans are futile, because nothing is ever how it seems in Pariah.
Overall, Pariah Issue #4 will definitely leave you wanting more! Graphically speaking Issue #4 remains on par with the rest. This is just the beginning of what I am sure will be a suburb graphic novel series. The EPIC cliffhanger may make you scream and shout, but trust me it’s worth it. But make sure you check them out in order because this is a story you don’t want to miss!
Rating: 4.5 Controllers
Review Source:Sea Lion Books for Honest Review
Reviewer: Me
Robert Maudsley, a fifteen year old kid, who is anything but ordinary. He’s hungry. And not just for food mind you, but also power. One of the scariest Vitro’s because of his lack of compassion, morals, or any other virtue that might make him human, he has the ability to manipulate/persuade people to do anything he desires. All he needs is a way in. And through his words he will trap his unsuspecting victim, molding them for his own purpose and experiments. He’s dangerous, calculating, and downright crazy. And I LOVE him!
When I reviewed Pariah Issues #1 and #2, I found those stories to be more colorful and humorous. But Issue #3 was not the least bit funny. In fact, it’s so dark and disturbing it’s like swallowing a jagged little pill (haha did you catch that Alanis Morissette reference?). While the main characters from the previous installments seemed to be relatively good people who only used their powers when necessary, Maudsley on the other hand is definitely a bad, bad character. Fueled by his curiosity and a nonchalant attitude, Maudsley uses ordinary humans for “experiments” which mainly consists of violence. He’s wanted by the police, so what. Not even the threat of jail or worse will stop him. That is until his next target turns out to be a Vitro, and his plans seem to be even more disturbing than Maudsley’s. But what is our main character to do when he is offered a job that may be too good to refuse?
Overall, Pariah #3 is by far my favorite. I love it when an author can switch up the tone and mood of a story in a series and make us see it in a different light.The graphics are still wonderfully illustrated and infused with lots of browns and yellows to give readers an ominous feeling. And when any story focuses on the simple phrase “I am hungry”, you know it’s going to be good!
The story begins in 2023, two years before The Marinus Incident and we are introduced to Robert Maudsley. This guy and what he can do is kinda scary, but I very much enjoyed his story. I loved the coloring in this one, it really sets the tone. So far I'm loving this comic. Each issue brings a new story of a different teenager. Looking forward to reading more.
Robert Maudsley knows what makes us tick. He knows what people want, need, hate and love. He can use that knowledge to get us to do whatever he wants, no matter how dangerous, immoral or repugnant that might be. Maudsley has no moral compass. He has no compassion. But he's very curious about how far he can push people and what he can get away with. Maudsley wants to rule the world... to control us all. Maudsley is 15 years old.
Pariah comics can be found in any comic book store near you by using the comic shop locator on this link, simply type in your zip code in the box indicated. http://comicshoplocator.com/
For those interested in watching the Pariah trailers: http://www.pariahonline.com/wp/?page_id=19
Why are the most elite black-ops forces chasing a 16-year-old girl across the country? Why can't they find her? And why do they want to kill her? Because they think Lila Ellerman is a terrorist who released a deadly virus into the wild. But really, she's just a girl with a crush on a guy named Brandon. Yes, she's figured out the science of controlling anti-matter, but that doesn't make her a criminal. Will she be able to protect her friends and keep them from being taken prisoner, or worse?
Pariah comics can be found in any comic book store near you by using the comic shop locator on this link, simply type in your zip code in the box indicated. http://comicshoplocator.com/
For those interested in watching the Pariah trailers: http://www.pariahonline.com/wp/?page_id=19
Like the rest of the Vitros, Robert Maudsley, has an intellect that surpasses human intelligence. However, he takes it to a whole other level and explores human emotions and their way of thinking. He uses his intellect to puppeteer his victims into different violent scenarios, pitting them with each other and pushing them to their extent. Some resulting into fatalities that doesn't bother him one bit. The driving force for his actions is just to know WHY. The curiosity of what WILL happen. The question of what will ensue if he molds the city into destroying itself. Curiosity alone is in itself the cause for his unethical doings.
I like the story a lot because it explores a bit into the human psyche of a sociopath. Robert has no feelings at all for the consequences he brings, and that brings a suspense factor into the story. It grabs you into wanting to read on in what will he do next, and how farther he will go. And even better because now he wants a challenge. He wants to test the limits of Vitros instead of humans.
His manipulative and devious character makes him a compelling character to forward to.
This time around I really enjoyed the flow of the story and the different scenes that perfectly meld together. I am eager to read its following, Aron Warner's Pariah Issue #4.
Thank you Sea Lion Books for this riveting issue!! Robert Maudsley is a very creepy and chilling character!
This issue centers on what occurred first hand at the Labs and what caused the explosion. Apparently Lila and her other co-workers were not aware of who caused it and who used Lila's name to sign for the project. It all comes down to the explosion at Marinus Labs being an accident, however, the virus wasn't. The virus was either meant to kill the Vitros or used to frame them.
Lila will not let them get away with this, she's on the mission to proving their innocence and save all the Vitros from these false accusations.
I liked the art work in this issue than the first because of it's vibrant colors, however, I still felt like there was not much dialogue and depth to it. Lila's mind was pretty erratic and sometimes didn't make sense or go along with the situation.
I do appreciate the story back pedaling to show what happened at the labs, but since I'm not to well verse in comics I'm not quite sure if there is a limit to how many pages are suppose to be in a single issue because I wish there was more explanations and story to it.
I will however still continue to read through the series.
Thank you so much to Sea Lion Books for the opportunity to read Pariah Issue #2!
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