Birdking Volume 1

by Daniel Freedman

[Quirky Cat]

Summary:

Bianca has only ever known war and pain. She was raised by a blacksmith, destined to become his apprentice until her world turned upside down - again. Forced to flee, Bianca's world has only just begun to change as forces around her get set into motion.

Her fascination with the BirdKing statue proves to be her savior. But how deep does this tie go, and what does it mean for Bianca's future? She'll have to survive to find out.

Review:

How did I miss this story when it first came out? No, seriously. It's so much fun. Birdking Volume 1 is a rich and dark fantasy world with interesting characters and high stakes. What's not to love?

Bianca's story is very carefully crafted. It's the right balance of the chosen one and the tortured backstory—not too much in either direction. It sets the character (and readers) up for an epic quest—at least, I assume. This is only the first volume.

Something about the art style feels so nostalgic; I love it. The colors are bold yet organic (lots of green and stone tones), lending well to this story's landscapes and primary settings. Likewise, the more magical elements really pop, thanks to these backgrounds. I really enjoyed looking over each panel as I went.

Highlights:
Blacksmith & War
Lores & Legends
Survival & Sacrifice

Trigger Warnings:
War & Death
Familial Loss

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