There’s simply one thing concerning the Superman archetype that lends itself to reinvention. That’s a part of the idea of Monumental, the brand new comedian by Khalid Johnson.Â
The story incorporates a hero named Caspar Kazmi, whose household immigrates to America illegally after the explosion of a nuclear energy plant makes the place they stay in Iran uninhabitable. That very same explosion additionally provides the story’s hero superpowers.
Inside that framework, Johnson (who contributes comics critiques to The Beat) explores questions on energy buildings and oppression. Basically, this well-told story incorporates a Superman archetype grounded in our recognizable actual world — taking over questions round immigration, surveillance, oppression by the billionaire class, and extra.Â
The tip consequence is an interesting and good superhero comedian e book. The primary situation is obtainable now. You’ll be able to learn Monumental through Khalid’s web site or on the International Comix platform.
Take a look at the duvet and a pair pages from the e book beneath…get pleasure from!
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