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dark
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
such a devilish and grotesque comic. the theatricality of the artwork combined with the storyline gave me a thrilling but morbid experience.
what i loved the most was the dramatic dark art and the chaos it creates. the artstyle is mind-blowing, and i think it fully describes the asylum, giving a feeling of being swallowed into its depths. i also found interesting the constant shifting between rough artwork and more delicate, detailed illustrations, as well as the inclusion of realistic photography. the dynamics of the fight scenes should also be noted. overall, the artwork was a constant source of inspiration while reading the comic.
the plotline was quite interesting. i mainly enjoyed the flashbacks, and the alternations and parallels between timelines. combined with the artwork, it perfectly transmits the loneliness, the desperation and sadness, the struggles and the pain inside the asylum, not to mention that i was being reminded of norman bates from psycho the entire time. i also loved the use of symbolism, and inclusion of religious and occultist meanings.
bottomline: it's a must buy.
what i loved the most was the dramatic dark art and the chaos it creates. the artstyle is mind-blowing, and i think it fully describes the asylum, giving a feeling of being swallowed into its depths. i also found interesting the constant shifting between rough artwork and more delicate, detailed illustrations, as well as the inclusion of realistic photography. the dynamics of the fight scenes should also be noted. overall, the artwork was a constant source of inspiration while reading the comic.
the plotline was quite interesting. i mainly enjoyed the flashbacks, and the alternations and parallels between timelines. combined with the artwork, it perfectly transmits the loneliness, the desperation and sadness, the struggles and the pain inside the asylum, not to mention that i was being reminded of norman bates from psycho the entire time. i also loved the use of symbolism, and inclusion of religious and occultist meanings.
bottomline: it's a must buy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Death, Gore, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Chronic illness, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Forced institutionalization, Dementia, Grief, and Medical trauma
Minor: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Self harm, and Suicidal thoughts