Royals #1
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| Writer | Derek Kirk Kim |
| Artist | Jacob Perez |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
MINISERIES PREMIERE Twin brothers Paul and Castor have crafted the perfect poker hustle using their uncanny telepathic connection. But they might have finally met their match when they risk it all against the leader of the Bloody Cocks, the most ruthless criminal syndicate in Seoul. Eisner Award-winning writer DEREK KIRK KIM (THE LAST MERMAID, Same Difference) and rising star artist JACOB PEREZ (Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) invite you to the shadowy back alleys of Seoul, South Korea, for a thrilling, mind-bending crime caper unlike any other!
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9.6
You Don't Read Comics - Russ Bickerstaff
Apr 01, 2026Kim Kato in a whole bunch of different directions. But basic elements of the shared connection between these two brothers could be placed to through the pieces of a whole bunch of different genres of drama and action. If they can survive this particular story, then they'll have great potential to move into a whole bunch of other genres, including international spy, thrillers, and new monster, romantic dramas, and so on. It's really a great deal of different possibilities with two people who we have this solid us like a connection. Read Full Review
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8.5
The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally
Apr 01, 2026Perez creates beautifully detailed and visually exciting art throughout the issue. I love the gorgeous world of this first issue and how unique and engaging the imagery is. Read Full Review
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8.3
Fanlight Zone - Richard Coryell
Apr 01, 2026Royals #1 is a fun and good start to this new series. The crime caper story delivers, while also delivering some great humor and a lot of fun. The entertaining nature of this first issue really sets the tone for where this series is sure to go. If you are looking for a fun and entertaining story this is the book for you. Give this first issue a chance and if you like what you read, add it to your Pull List at the shop. Read Full Review
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8.0
Get Your Comic On - Aaron Gillingham
Apr 01, 2026Issue one of Royals quickly and confidently establishes a playful premise that works incredibly well. It’s got a lot of energy and heart at its core, all whilst being genuinely funny, visually stylish and downright entertaining. Read Full Review
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7.0
AIPT - George Loftus
Apr 01, 2026Royals #1 is a new series from Image comics that takes a pretty fun and underserved genre, card playing, and adds a slight super-power twist. The art is bubbly and fun, the conversation is natural sounding, and to be honest, it’s a little refreshing seeing people with a preternatural gift use it to be jerks and schemes of self-gain. There are moments of immaturity countered by moments of sweetness that show these characters are deeper than they seem. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS Back to Top
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8.5
This might be the easiest comic book you've read in a while. The pace and everything around it just fits, so it's a compliment. You'll get attached to the characters, the story is clear, the text is engaging, you're able to predict some stuff already (fun) and The art is not a pain for your eyes.
But beside the pace it doesn't really excel in anything else. It's a fun read but I won't be mad if I miss the second issue and just go for the TPB. We'll see+ Like • Comment
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