D’Orc #4 – Keep Standing Out, The World Will Catch Up!

D’Orc #4

Writer – Brett Bean

Artist – Brett Bean

Colorist – Jean-François Beaulieu

Letterer – Nate Piekos

Cover – Brett Bean & Jean-François Beaulieu

Read the review of the last issue in this series HERE!

The Story:

D’Orc, his ghost chicken, and his possessed talking shield are still working their way towards the Silver Witch. However, a giant three-headed dog and two warring factions of goblins are in his way. D’Orc is starting to question what his place in the world really is.

The Writing:

Man… this is a masterclass in understanding how to maintain fun and engaging action story while also being able to take a beat and get into the emotional state of your character. Brett Bean is crafting a modern fantasy masterpiece in front of our eyes. The humor is on point just like it has been throughout this series. The over the top action is intact just like it has been in each issue. However, where this issue really sings in in the quiet moments. Having D’Orc admit the fear he is experiencing with the rage and darkness inside of him brings this bombastic story down to a more personal level. It also gives his shield the chance to deliver the line, “You don’t fit in, D’Orc. So keep standing out. The world will catch up, I promise.” This is a deeply profound and inspirational line that doesn’t feel out of place even with the cartoonish nature of the book and that is a real feat.

The Art:

Brett Bean and Jean-François Beaulieu continue to shine with the most enjoyable art work in any comic on the market today. Each panel is dripping with energy, gore, and humor and I cannot stress enough how well this art perfectly enhances the story. The standout artistic moment in this issue is the same as the standout written moment, a single tear running down D’Orc’s face as he admits his fear and sadness at where he finds himself hit incredibly hard. On top of the wonderful quiet moments, the action is top notch as well. The design of the goblins and the three headed dog are both excellent and make for wonderful additions to this ever expanding world of weird and wild creatures.

Overall Grade: 10/10

D’Orc is the best book on the shelves right now, pure and simple. With incredible heart, over the top action, violence, and hilarious gore, D’Orc is a book that every comic book fan should be reading!

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