Underheist #1

7.9

Critic Rating

7 Reviews
7.5

User Rating

4 Reviews
Writer David Lapham, Maria Lapham
Artist David Lapham
Cover Price $4.99

After his gambling addiction brings David to the lowest point in his life and decimates his personal life, he'd do anything for one last chance at setting things right but the road to hell is paved with good intentions.

He may just be in luck-if he can call it that; the grapevine yields illicit fruit as he learns of a heist, one involving a tunnel system that no one knows better than former NYC subway veteran David...

In this brand new hardboiled heist series with a supernatural horror twist perfect for fans of Phantom Road and Newburn, the hit Stray Bullets creative team of David & Maria Lapham explore how seeking atonement more

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  • 10

    Nerd Initiative - Janelle Holland

    Dec 13, 2023

    What I loved about this first issue is its fast pace. The other characters like Juan, Oscar and Doc all have distinct personalities. The writing is excellent, and each panel makes me want to go on to the next. Now, the illustration is detailed, David does a good job of shading and exploring with different shades. Yet again, BOOM! Studios has given Maria and David the opportunity to bring a fantastic story to the forefront. I can't wait until the second issue is released. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    ComicBook.com - Chase Magnett

    Dec 13, 2023

    Underheist #1 delivers readers an undeniably enticing introduction to the newest hit from the Laphams. Don't miss it. Read Full Review

  • 8.6

    Monkeys Fighting Robots - Justin Munday

    Dec 14, 2023

    A compelling start to a new supernatural crime series from the creators of Stray Bullets. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    AIPT - Colin Moon

    Dec 12, 2023

    Crafted by masters in their field and filled with interesting characters, Underheist #1 promises a stellar series to come. Read Full Review

  • 7.9

    Comic Watch - Theron Couch

    Dec 13, 2023

    The crime story elements here are limited. Readers going into this issue expecting an intricate story set heavily in that genre wont find it (at least at this point in the series). The hints toward the supernatural drive curiosity for the next issue. For now, Underheist #1 suggests a stronger story developing over future issues than a truly gripping issue all on its own. Read Full Review

  • 7.0

    Graphic Policy - Brett

    Dec 13, 2023

    Underheist #1 isn't a bad debut but it just doesn't excite. The story is something we've seen many times before and what might set itself apart doesn't get a focus. There also isn't much time spent on David to really care what happens to him or feel sorry for his choices. Overall, it's very average. Read Full Review

  • 5.0

    Multiversity Comics - Gregory Ellner

    Dec 18, 2023

    "Underheist #1 is okay. It is not intriguing enough to encourage reading it, nor is it inadequately composed enough to discourage the same. In a sense, this lack of much to speak about may be worse than it being deliberately bad or good, as it seems just forgettable altogether. Read Full Review

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  • 8.5

    Blubber1976

    Jan 01, 2024

    A lot to like in this debut issue. Not Lapham's finest work, that will always be Stray Bullets, but difficult to judge yet based on only 1 issue. I'm unaccustomed to seeing his work in colour and the lettering is pretty wonky. These,however, are minor criticisms in a book with plenty of potential.

  • 6.5

    DDJamesB

    Dec 17, 2023

    I had some high hopes for this series, but it struggled to have a lot to care about. I'm slightly intrigued by the plot and what might be involved with this demonic type plot, but I'm going to need a solid issue 2 to stay invested.

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  • 9.5

    Blue pro

    Dec 14, 2023

  • 5.5

    ComicWorm

    Dec 29, 2023

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