Magic: The Gathering: Untold Stories- Jace #1- Stolen Memories

Dark Horse is back with their newest comic series, Magic: The Gathering: Untold Stories- Jace. Writer: Michael W. Conrad, Artist: Caitlin Yarsky, Colorist: Alex Guimarães, and Letterer: Clayton Cowles, have written a beautiful first issue. 

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Caitlin’s artwork on this first issue is both haunting and eerie, but also beautiful and character-driven. She has taken these beloved characters and this world, and really given fans of Magic something to latch onto. I love that we see multiple locations throughout the Magic multiverse. Add in Alex’s coloring and Clayton’s fantastic lettering, and this issue already looks amazing. 

Michael’s writing on this first issue is fantastic. He has taken Jace and expanded on his backstory. I am loving seeing him far outside his comfort zone. The writing alone has made this comic so worth reading. Then the art and letters make it that much better.

This first issue sees Jace going and trying to recover his lost memories. We also see him recovering from his mentor, Tezzeret. Now, Tezzeret is also in pursuit of a dangerous magical artifact, which has the potential to reshape or destroy the Multiverse. The ending shows Jace landing in Dominaria. 

Overall Grade: 10/10–  Michael and crew have written a beautiful first issue. I love seeing these characters in a new light. I cannot wait to see what the rest of the series has in store.