This issue of Konungar kicks off a hefty fantasy epic (this introductory story is 50 pages long) that follows the civil war that erupts between two brothers - Sigvald and Rildrig - who each hope to become king of their people.
They live in a brutal Viking culture, but also face a number of mystical enemies - the biggest threat coming from an army of Centaurs.
The issue features amazing, lush artwork by Juzhen. Each page is loaded with stunning images, great characters and lush environments.
The story by Sylvain Runerg is epic in scale, but may have lost a little something in the translation from the original French. It jumps around in time as it provides backstory, and that can be a little bit confusing at times.
Minor quibbles aside, this is a powerful book and well worth checking out for any fan of fantasy.
Grade: A-
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