The Horizon Experiment: Finders / Keepers #1

The page then shifts to Ines talking about the history of El Corazon. This page has some fantastic art for the flashbacks. Ines and Ana are talking when Ines grandmother arrives. We see Ines and Ana in the car, talking about why Ines is back on the island. Read Full Review

It would be intensely appealing to see Ines and her life brought into a full-length series...particularly if it followed the format that this first pilot issue is using. A series of adventures into a series of different museums to reclaim sacred cultural antiquities could be a great deal of fun. Ayala brings it to the page in a way that embraces the unique capabilities of the comic book form...mixing text-based narrative with visual storytelling in. way that feels really satisfying. That being said, Ines is definitely cool enough to make the trip off the page into other platforms like TV, Movies and video games. Shes just that cool. Read Full Review

Partridge delivers beautiful art throughout the issue. I love the lush imagery of the jungle and the character designs are fantastic. Read Full Review

Finders/Keepers #1 is as sound a 'prologue one-shot' can be, given the nature of its format and page count. Not only is it a promising look into a promising series down the line but an engaging origin story in of itself with stellar art decisions and a main character grappling with something that runs greater than themselves yet still reads as deeply personal. Read Full Review

Finders//Keepers is a standout entry in The Horizon Experiment line, delivering a fresh perspective on archeological adventures with a rich cultural lens and striking visuals. While pacing issues hold it back slightly, it's a fulfilling one-shot that leaves you wanting more from this world. Read Full Review

Deadlybeavis

Jan 18, 2025

Good message, bad comic.