Genre: Sci fi action.
The V.C.s is a revival of a old series from the British publisher 2000 A.D. In the introduction the author Dan Abnett states that this is not a re imagining but rather a continuation of the lives of characters from the old series. I have not read any of the old V.C.s stories and I do not believe that there is a need to read them to enjoy this book.
The previous V.C.s dealt with a war between the humans and a alien species called Geeks. This graphic novel focuses on a veteran from that war - Smith. There has been peace between humans and Geeks for some 50 years now and Smith we are introduced to is a old washed up relic facing a bunch of issues due to his war experiences.
All this changes when the Geeks launch a surprise attack on the humans and the veterans are suddenly thrust into war again. Now Smith needs to get his squad of Rookies combat ready to take on the Geeks.
The books plot proceeds at what appears to be a predictable direction. However the author slowly inserts a few intrigues that look to make the story interesting. For eg. there is a collective of extremely powerful aliens called the Polity who seem to be observing the humans and Geeks. What is their agenda ? There are a couple of other intrigues which I would not like to spoil.
The writing and dialogues are above average in the book. The story does start slow but shows promise of being good. I feel the art ranges from functional to being above average. All in all this is a decent beginning for this series.
Rating: 3 / 5, Above average, the series has potential.
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