ROMANCE

The Occultist

by Tim Seeley
Victor Drujiniu & others (illus.). Vol 1. Dark Horse. 2012. 136p. ISBN 9781595827456. pap. $16.99. SUPERHEROES
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Seeley (Hack/Slash) and Drujiniu (Tales from Wonderland: Alice, Predator) deliver the story of Rob Bailey, a college student who is unwittingly chosen to become the occultist—a vessel for the Sword, an ancient book of spells. Acquiring the supernatural force makes Rob the target of several enemies, including Aiden Beck, a shaman who wants the Sword's power for himself, the assassins he hires to hunt Rob down, and a demon intent on the book's destruction. Luckily, Rob picks up an ally in Det. Anna Mendez, who is also his romantic interest. The five chapters provide a solid introduction to Rob's personality and how his superpower works. The development of secondary characters is hit or miss. Drujiniu is very good at realistic likenesses, and his shadowy style is perfect for something of this genre.
VERDICT Fans of Seeley's other work will enjoy this new story, as will readers who enjoy paranormal or dark fantasy comics with flawed heroes, like Hellblazer or Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Reviewed by Rachel Hoover, Thomas Ford Memorial Lib., Western Springs, IL , Dec 07, 2012
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