The Fellowship was fortunate enough to obtain a copy of KING:
MANDRAKE THE MAGICIAN #1 from Dynamite Entertainment. The story is written by Roger
Langridge, illustrated and colored by Jeremy Treece, and lettered by Marshall
Dillon.
After several years, Mandrake comes out of retirement to
perform at a charity gala for the Emergency Relief Fund. During the
performance, fellow magician Karma volunteers to assist him. During the show, a
couple breaks into Mandrake’s “Occult Chamber” looking for a particular item. What
danger (and painful memory to Mandrake) is the duo about to unleash? Is
Mandrake (while youthful looking is very old) up to the battling the nightmare
he was afraid to come true?
I really love the vibe of this issue. Roger Langridge
crafts a great script with action, drama, and some very witty banter that makes
this book very enjoyable. Jeremy Treece’s style gives the issue an unusual, but
visually striking look. Dynamite’s KING mini-series get better and better with
each issue. Definitely worth picking up!
KING: MANDRAKE THE MAGICIAN #1 is in stores now, or
available for ordering at www.dynamite.com.
