For a million millennia the world has cracked and convulsed under the indomitable mob of the orc. Savage, bloodthirsty creatures, they are without number, staining nearly every corner of the globe. The mighty Orc Tzar, newest leader of the mob, marches ever north to find the lost organ of a forgotten god. Only a lone, one-eyed orc with a mysterious gift can find the key to breaking the cycle forever.
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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I found out about this on another web pag's "top 10 sci/fi fantasy comics of last year," and one look at their .jpeg of this series and I knew it would be good. I didn't know it would be F'ing amazing! There is "Where's Waldo" depth to every background, for one can get lost in looking at all the mini-battles going on all around. James adds depth to what could be seen as instantly dumb and simple (orcs), and this depth is both visual and visceral. The artwork is a pleasure to behold as is his coloring and inking skills (Rhasta-Trip!). I love everything about this book. At one point I questioned myself for liking it due to the high level of GONCHNESS and the gonch-like shapes of buildings and weapons and animals and the currency itself. But then I asked myself if it was not, infact, a part of nature, and thusly why can't civilizations pay tribute to natural forms?
I get a lot of Akira vibrations while reading it (as far as the outlandish-yet-familiar nature of it, and some of the extreemes), I get Miyazaki vibes from it (as far as the wonder placed upon the animals [from mounts to head-dresses...Zazu was one of my favorite characters and he's a witch's hat!], yet its entirely its own work. I am excited for the series and I'm glad to know someone makes a living creating something that is this wholly its own. This is champion work, and I've done everything I can to put it in the hands of the friends I know who love graphic novels/comics/fantasy/anime. They have all loved it as well.
But beware: While not a XXX title, and while not a big joke to get you to look at them, this book contains some pen-15. The most non-erotic pen-15 ever. I guess its the next punk frontier perhaps (now that drugs and violence are passe)...
I get a lot of Akira vibrations while reading it (as far as the outlandish-yet-familiar nature of it, and some of the extreemes), I get Miyazaki vibes from it (as far as the wonder placed upon the animals [from mounts to head-dresses...Zazu was one of my favorite characters and he's a witch's hat!], yet its entirely its own work. I am excited for the series and I'm glad to know someone makes a living creating something that is this wholly its own. This is champion work, and I've done everything I can to put it in the hands of the friends I know who love graphic novels/comics/fantasy/anime. They have all loved it as well.
But beware: While not a XXX title, and while not a big joke to get you to look at them, this book contains some pen-15. The most non-erotic pen-15 ever. I guess its the next punk frontier perhaps (now that drugs and violence are passe)...
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Greg Webster
Format:Paperback
When I read the first issue of this comic from my local comic shop, I noticed that everything was amazing. The world was so fleshed out just from the first few pages. Basically, Orc Stain is a world where the rampaging hordes take over. The main character is possibly the fated destroyer of the barbarian society, but he isn't some Conan the Barbarian character, he is a scrawny thief who can find the weak point of anything. This leads to some seriously crazy, perfect storytelling backed up by amazingly intricate artwork.
A warning: This book isn't for kids. A decent portion of the characters are very focused on cutting off other's Gronchs. Look at the cover and you will see one thing that is highly valued among Orcs in this universe.
A warning: This book isn't for kids. A decent portion of the characters are very focused on cutting off other's Gronchs. Look at the cover and you will see one thing that is highly valued among Orcs in this universe.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is one of the rare oddities where the artwork is as outlandishly captivating as the story. The level of visual detail is amazing, and I found myself wanting more after my first reading. One of the most interesting and unusual graphic novels I've read as of late. Buy it, you'll have no regrets.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Epic One Man Fantasy Factory
My hungry eye devoured this book. When a I start trying to copy someone's illustration to figure out how (s)he did it, I know I am absolutely enthralled. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jack Siegel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Orc Stain is creative masterpiece
Orc Stain is a creative masterpiece. It was entirely made by one man, james Stokoe. This book just works. Everything about it comes together perfectly. Read more
Published 6 months ago by GronchMangler
5.0 out of 5 stars
I dont write reviews....
But I love Orc Stain enough that I felt compelled to add my own 5 stars here. The art is amazing and the story is one of the most enjoyable I have read. Read more
Published 8 months ago by David M
5.0 out of 5 stars
GORE-Geous
Artwork: 4.5 out of 5
This book is so Gore-Geous it's beyond words. Wait I can't do that to you can I? The character designs go way beyond cool to a level of pure awesome. Read more
This book is so Gore-Geous it's beyond words. Wait I can't do that to you can I? The character designs go way beyond cool to a level of pure awesome. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Daniel R. Royer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great story
Orc Stain has some of the most impressive original ideas that I've seen in a long time. The artwork is like Dr. Seuss meets the Flintstones on acid. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Mike Wolin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
This book is awesome. The art is amazing and the story is a lot of fun. More comics should be like this.
Published 21 months ago by Cake Truck
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wildly Inventive
This is probably the most creative comic I have ever read. I randomly picked up this trade on a visit to San Francisco, and was immediately drawn in by the art style. Read more
Published 23 months ago by J. LaGory
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Work
I really enjoyed this work. The artwork is great, and the storyline is fun as hell. I also think the price was right for the amount of reading you get out of it. Read more
Published on April 8, 2011 by Jason R. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Glorious Madness
In the afterword Stokoe mentions 2000AD as an influence. It shows. Funny, colorful, unfettered creativity featuring a cast of monsters in a world of unrelenting brutality and... Read more
Published on February 26, 2011 by Krug
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Funand Great art.
I had so much fun reading this story, I'm always excited to see what happens next. The art is really great, I can not get enough of it. Read more
Published on January 4, 2011 by Browniee
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