Knuckleheads #1-3
Writer: Brian Winkeler
Artist: Robert Wilson IV
Publisher: Monkeybrain
Reviewed by Matt Wood
There’s always that old cliché that comic book fans always ask one another: “What would you do if you had superpowers?” Brian Winkeler might have the most honest answer for this. Sure there will be the occasional odd ball that will risk his neck protecting the city from ‘Cloverfield’-esque monsters, but really most of comic fans, like the protagonist- Trevor, would goof off and save the day only when it is absolutely necessary.
The Unlikely Hero- Trevor
The story is about two slacker buddies, Trevor and Lance, who have stumbled upon some odd alien tech called The Crystal Fist. Luckily for the reader, Winkeler felt it wasn’t necessary for an origin story. The characters are introduced doing what they do best: playing video games and putting off using the crystal for any heroic reason, despite the fact a giant reptile threat is attacking the city. Once the power goes out, Trev preps for battle with Wii-mote in tow along with Lance and an unfortunate pizza delivery boy who may have made the wrong delivery at the wrong time. It’s up to these three heroic burnouts to save the drunken British girl the monster has snatched up.
This unique approach to a traditional comic comes from Monkeybrain Publishing, where unique seems to be the name of the game. For a dollar an issue, superhero fans will be treated to a great introduction of four characters that can go anywhere narratively, which is appealing for an ongoing series. The art from Robert Wilson IV is animated and fits the style of the story perfectly. It’s very accessible for long time comic fans and new comers.
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