Maniac of New York #1

Maniac of New York starts off big and strong while also providing a lot of good character material to engage with so that it feels really well fleshed out. First issues can be really hit or miss in how well it handles providing concept and character and so many books these days overperform in a way that harms the storytelling, providing reveals too early instead of taking the time to let it unfold. Kalan nails it perfectly here while Mutti's artwork drives the intensity of all beautifully. Though the title itself and the general concept isn't something I'm naturally drawn to, I'm hugely excited to see what comes next. Read Full Review

A good introduction to the hunt for this unstoppable killer but at times feeling misguided. Read Full Review

Maniac of New York is fine, as long as you can suspend disbelief long enough to believe Jason Voorhees could wander around New York in broad daylight hacking people to bits, without being stopped by NYPD, the National Guard, or the crowd itself. Doesn't quite land for me. Read Full Review

What can be found in this first issue isn't bad, especially when it comes to the art, but if this series is going to pull me in further, it needs to do a lot more legwork. Read Full Review

Rauld

Feb 03, 2021

This is a really good comic. The writing is exceptional and I like the water color art. It’s a slow but very fascinating build. A very well done horror story. I like how everyone seems to have given up on catching the killer. Why?

Gizmo

Feb 20, 2021

It turns out that an unstoppable serial killer a la Halloween/Friday the 13th is the perfect metaphor for the COVID-19 pandemic when the population has become numb to constant deaths around them. The is a splatter of political satire throughout to keep things fun and relatable. I think this may easily become a new favorite on my pull list.

JHugh

Mar 05, 2021

I enjoyed the book, humorous at times and dialogue is good. However, you can't believe this one guy can kill so many people at once but maybe it will be revealed he has some special powers :). Only complaint I have is the artwork at times. Sometimes it took a second to realize if the character was male or female.

DDJamesB

Feb 08, 2021

I really liked this. Its up my alley of just odd things that peak my interest. Seems like its somewhat emulating Friday the 13th so if youre into that you probably would like this. Im interested to see what happens.

the_comic_book_club

Feb 03, 2021

Maniac of New York Issue: 1 “Heads in the Sand” Publisher: @aftershockcomics Writer: @elliottkalan Artist: @andreamutti9 Letterer: @taylorespo Editor: @mikejmarts There’s an axe murderer on the loose in New York City and has been on the loose for the past four years. During that time, he has worked up an enormous body count and has eluded capture of New York’s finest. All we know is that his name is Harry and he strikes fear into the city. The main reason as to why he has avoided capture or worse is because he is inhuman, unkillable and unstoppable. The way the authorities deal with this horrific person is to simply ignore him and let the city adapt and accept that their life can end in any moment. However, politi cal aide Gina Greene and NYPD detective Zelda Pettibone have had enough of his terror and are determined to go rogue and destroy him. Aftershock comics delivers us a chilling murder mystery horror story that will definitely capture you with this first issue. I think it’s awesome to have an unkillable axe murderer running around in one of the largest cities in the world and the city seemingly doesn’t care anymore! This is such a great concept that had horror movie vibes with every page turn. This issue is definitely a slow build, however I didn’t mind as the suspense continues to rise throughout the issue. With any good horror movie, you need the suspense and the anticipation and this is what the issue brings. The artwork in this series is not something I’m used to but I did enjoy it I also love how Harry the maniac resembles Jason Voorhees. I honestly can’t wait for the second issue! Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5) Reviewed by: @mcruz2189 of The Comic Book Club of Instagram Follow: @the_comic_book_club on Instagram for more reviews! more