Black Coat: "....Or Give Me Death!" #1

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  Comics Bulletin - Ray Tate

  Jun 09, 2007

  Science saves the Black Coat, but the perfection of the formula escaped the crazy Willhelm, still very much alive and crazy beneath the wreckage at the bottom of the bay. According to Willhelm's cohort, the formula isn't so much an elixir vitae but a drug that the Black Coat will need to take for the rest of his life if he wants to live sane. A tragic end for our hero, but Willhelm left notes, and I'm sure the fine minds of Nathaniel and Ursula will be able to decipher an answer to give the Black Coat liberty. Before that they'll need to contend with a league of comprised of legendary monsters brought to life by Francavilla's evocative art. Read Full Review

• 8.0

  Comics Bulletin - Matt Spatola

  Nov 19, 2009

  The book was a very solid introduction to the storyline and overall story of the Black Coat. Solid efforts by all involved--excellent pacing and layouts and a good mix of action and story points. Read Full Review