Science fiction meets cosmic horror in Dark, empty emptiness from the successful comic author Zack Kaplana popular artist Chris Sheehanrising star colorist Francesco Segala and Ringo-nominated letterer Justin Birch.
Scientists have created a stable, microscopic black hole in a secret underground complex. But when they lose control, the black hole spews out a cosmic maelstrom, strange, dangerous creatures, and, most surprisingly, a mysterious human teenage girl. Now a depressed but brilliant psychologist must help her estranged husband and the other scientists solve the mystery and close the black hole before it swallows the entire Earth.
Dark, empty void #1 follows a psychologist who is tasked with helping her estranged husband and his colleagues close the black hole before it consumes everything in its path. This gripping story sets the stage for an epic adventure full of unexpected twists and turns.
Zack Kaplan has the ability to write an easy to read and engaging comic, this is no different in Dark, empty emptiness. His ability to mix science fiction with horror elements creates a compelling story that hooks us from the first page. The dialogue between the characters seems super authentic, which adds depth to their personalities and allows us to build a personal connection with these fictional characters. Kaplan presents us with real-life obstacles alongside science fiction themes, making for a truly engaging comic.
In addition to Kaplan’s outstanding writing, there are the stunning illustrations by Chris Shehan. Each panel brings a seemingly normal world to life, but adds the stunning visuals of a black hole. What we get is a beautiful combination of author and artist (as well as colorist and letterer) that really shines on every single page. A unique color palette by Francesco Segala gives the Dark, empty emptiness that highlights Shehan’s illustrations and creates an atmospheric debut issue. Shehan and Segala’s talents are on full display, taking a beautifully written comic to a new level that stands out from other science fiction comics on the market.
Dark, empty void #1 is just further proof that Zack Kaplan (Mindset, Kill all immortals) knows how to captivate a reader with a first edition. Add to that the great work of Chris Shehan (House of Slaughter, The autumnal), Francesco Segala and Justin Birch and you get a comic that sets a high bar for what’s to come in this exciting new series. We can’t wait to see where the creative team takes the mystery behind the black hole in future issues.
Dark, empty void #1 will be released in local comic shops on September 11, 2024 (FOC: August 12) by Mad Cave Studios.
