Comic Attack Reviews Artifacts #1

This is one of those set up issues that is executed very well, and Marz and Broussard definitely give you your money’s worth with this issue. The story’s pacing is smooth, and there is just enough expo that long time fans aren’t rushing through information they already know and a new reader gets just enough to draw them into the story. As the story progresses, Marz gets you comfortable and then hits you with a “DAMN!” moment that I’m pretty sure we didn’t see coming, and definitely sets up the drama for the second issue. I haven’t seen anything that visceral from Ron since he put a certain Green Lantern’s girlfriend in a refrigerator!

Michael Broussard brings the visual punch to Artifacts #1 and does well with the cast of characters that he normally wouldn’t have had access to when he was the artist on The Darkness. Everyone is easily recognizable, though I will admit that I didn’t recognize the balloon mime until it was too late, but that was probably the point. He does the final few pages justice, and will forever have me remembering that last panel whenever I see a balloon again. Now as good as Michael is, I’m excited to see who the other artists on the series will be, since he’s only doing the art for the first four issues. Ron Marz and Michael Broussard were able to work magic with their Unholy Union story years ago, and it’s good to see these two bringing the heat once again, even if it’s only for a short time.


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iFanboy Spotlights Artifacts #1

There are a lot of you out there feeling burnt out from DC and Marvel cramming event after event down your throat. I know how you feel. It's not that it's bad, but it's just that, you've been there before. It's all too familiar. But what if you changed it up, just a little? Over at Top Cow, they've been doing good comics, and not enough people know about it. This is a shame. Think you're not into Witchblade? Try it. Ron Marz has been helming this whole ship for a good long while, but there's plenty to grab if this is your first time. If that's not enough, take a gander at Michael Broussard's work, and get on board early for a name you're going to see more and more. Trust me. Just one taste.


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Battlemouth Reviews Artifacts #1:

Artifacts #1 is a well-crafted issue that will lead into what will be an intriguing limited series. At this early stage, it looks like this event series will break the formulaic mold set by other major comic companies, and deliver to the reader something quite unique and exciting. I’m definitely looking forward to seeing how this series will play out.

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Broken Frontier Reviews Artifacts #1

I took that challenge, having never read any of the aforementioned titles and being wholly unfamiliar with the stories in the Top Cow universe. Artifacts is being touted as equal parts entry point and game changer for all these characters, and judging by the swift effectiveness of this first chapter, it’s approaching the oncoming story successfully. Top Cow even included an Origin of the Witchblade and various character bios as back matter. They really want new readers to be as invested as old.

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Heroes Online Spotlights Artifacts #1

This series is being billed as an event 5 years in the making and one which is said to be remaking the characters in the Top Cow universe. At the same time, early publicity is saying that this issue is a good jumping on point for new readers. So if you’re a fan of older stories of Witchblade and the Darkness, or just curious about the characters in general you might have some interest in checking this one out. Veteran writer Ron Marz is at the reins of this one, with artist Michael Broussard handling the art. These characters remain popular properties, and it wouldn’t surprise me a bit if this one sells quickly.

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Comic Vine Reviews Artifacts #1

Wow... just wow. As stated in my pre-cursor to the review, I know very little about what's going on in the book. Luckily, Ron Marz did a great job of making everything in this universe easy to understand and explained just enough not to annoy the hardcore fans, but give enough to the new reader so some of us didn't feel lost and confused. Ron Marz's writing is solid, engaging, and leaves you wanting more. The art, pencils by Michael Broussard, inks by Rick Basaldue & Sal Regla, and colors by Sunny Gho are what really pulls everything together for me. It has a great, distinct style that's easy on the eyes, yet full of detail. In addition, there are some great bonus pages in the back including a quick recap on the Origin of Witchblade and a list of the key players in this book.

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