Introduction to Fearless Dawn’s Strange Battle Collecting STRANGE BATTLE TALES, STRANGE FAIRY TALES AND STRANGE PIRATE TALES. This new digital collection features the VERY FIRST APPEARANCE of FEARLESS DAWN. Under her alter ego VANDA SAVAGE, we go to an alternate future where the she-agent and he band of guerillas duke it out in a war torn story we like to call ” GIVE ‘EM BULLETS.” Also on hand are the short tales “DEAL WITH THE DEVIL,” “ROMMEL’S DESERT APES” and “RACE OF DOOM!” Then — the humorous and quirky approach to the classic fairy tale genre. “THE TALE” is a rollicking chronicle about love, heroism, friendship, and mowing down evil demons with machine guns. 

Let me start this review by saying that this one is just a preview for the entire comic book. And I read it because I wanted to see if the full comic book was worth the money and time I would spend on it. And I’m gonna give you the answer for that at the end of this review.

This preview unfortunately fails to deliver a compelling or cohesive narrative. While the premise of this preview of combining quirky characters with bizarre battle scenarios has potential, the execution leaves much to be desired.

The story in this preview attempts to blend elements of humor, action, and the absurd, centering around Fearless Dawn, a character known for her bold and adventurous spirit. However, the narrative lacks focus and cohesion, making it difficult for me personally to become invested in the plot or characters. The storyline feels disjointed, with abrupt transitions that disrupt the flow and which have left me confused about the direction of the tale.

The character development is notably weak in this preview. Fearless Dawn, despite being the titular character, is not given enough depth or backstory to make her relatable or engaging. Her motivations are unclear, and her personality, while intended to be quirky and fun, comes off as superficial. The supporting characters fare no better, serving as mere caricatures without any significant contribution to the story.

The humor, which is supposed to be a central element of this preview, often falls flat. The jokes appear forced and rely heavily on slapstick or over-the-top antics that lack wit or cleverness. This approach to comedy might appeal to some, but it fails to resonate on a broader level, leaving the narrative feeling hollow and uninspired.

The artwork in this preview, while energetic, cannot compensate for the narrative shortcomings. The illustrations are lively and detailed, capturing the chaotic nature of the battle scenes. However, the exaggerated style and cluttered panels can be overwhelming, detracting from the clarity of the action.

The dialogues in this preview is another area that needs improvement. The exchanges between characters lack substance and often feel like filler rather than meaningful interactions. More nuanced dialogue could have enriched the character dynamics and provided insight into their personalities and motivations.

So will I buy and read the full version of this comic book ? I don’t think I will. The main reason behind this is how poorly this preview was very uninteresting for me personally.

I Give This Book 1 / 5