TRVE KVLT is a hilarious and thrilling comic book that explores the complexities of minimum-wage life, satanic panic and fast food restaurants by writer Scott Bryan Wilson (Pennyworth) and artist Liana Kangas (Know Your Station).
Working at a minimum-wage job is tough enough as it is, but for Marty Tarantella, flipping burgers for fifteen years is enough to make him question the meaning of life. That is until he hatches a plan to rob his neighboring stores. Unfortunately, things don’t go according to plan when he accidentally steals a supernatural weapon from a cult of violent lunatics.
TRVE KVLT is a fun and exciting read perfect for anyone looking for a good laugh. The story by Scott Bryan Wilson is gripping right from the start and it manages to keep the readers hooked until the very end. The plot may seem like a non-starter, but as the story progresses, it becomes clear that there are many twists and turns that make it exciting. The writing is clever and witty and it captures the essence of the setting perfectly.
The artwork by Liana Kangas is stunning, and it complements the story well. The illustrations manage to bring to life the story’s macabre setting. The colors by Gab Contreras are vivid and bold, and they add a sense of great depth to the story. The lettering by DC Hopkins is also a standout, and it helps the dialogue and text to stand out and convey the right emotions.
One of the things that stand out in TRVE KVLT is the way it manages to blend two seemingly unrelated genres together. The story blends the world of burger-flipping and fast food employees with the supernatural and satanic cults. It may seem like an odd combination, but it works surprisingly well, and it produces moments of hilarity and excitement in equal measures. The characters are also well fleshed out, and they are relatable and believable, making it easy for readers to root for them.
As the story progresses, it becomes clear that TRVE KVLT is not just about fast food and the supernatural, but it is also an exploration of the complexities of minimum-wage jobs. The story shows how life can get pretty tough when you are working in a minimum-wage job, and it manages to shed a light on some of the issues that these employees face daily.
TRVE KVLT is a hilarious and thrilling comic book that manages to explore the complexities of minimum-wage life, satanic panic and fast food restaurants. The story is cleverly written, and the artwork is stunning, making it a must-read for anyone looking for a good laugh. The blend of fast food and satanic cults may seem odd, but it works surprisingly well, and it makes for a captivating read.
While originally released via Kickstarter campaign which raised over $20,000 from over 600 backers, IDW Publishing also released single issues of the miniseries from Aug 17, 2022 to Dec 21, 2022. Now the TRVE KVLT collected trade paperback hits bookstores everywhere on August 1, 2023 and at local comic shops on August 2 from IDW Publishing.
Liana Kangas joined the Capes and Tights Podcast on Episode 94 to discuss comics and more. They will RETURN for Episode 124 on August 30 to discuss TRVE KVLT, Know Your Station and their new OGN Mariko Between Worlds! Also, DC Hopkins joined the podcast on Episode 82 to discuss the world of lettering comic books!
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