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Written By:<\/strong> Eric Grissom<\/span><\/p>\n Illustrated By:<\/strong> Will Perkins<\/span><\/p>\n Published by:<\/strong> Dark Horse Books<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n This book tells the story of Rikt, a young headstrong Goblin who is on a quest for revenge against the blood-thirsty human that struck down his family. Now alone in the World, he travels far in search of a weapon that can bring down the wicked human. He encounters many individuals along the way that both shape his character and reveal the true nature of Goblins to all those he meets. His quest is a perilous one, full of danger and heartache. However, through this journey, Rikt begins to understand his fathers teachings and how to rely on his Goblin instincts.<\/span><\/p>\n Goblins - are a sub humanoid race in Dungeons & Dragons. Where they are described as being \u201csmall, black-hearted, selfish humanoids that lair in caves, abandoned mines, despoiled dungeons, and other dismal settings. Individually weak, goblins gather in large \u2014 sometimes overwhelming \u2014 numbers. They crave power and regularly abuse whatever authority they obtain.\u201d If you are a follower of Critical Role, you would know that one of the main members of the Mighty Nein is Nott the Brave - a goblin. Who has similar characteristics to our Rikt, in that neither of them really resemble much of what we have learned about the goblin race to date. In this story, Rikt lives with his parents. Supposedly secluded away from other Goblins. They also have a unique religion, similar to that of the Wild Mother in D&D. Rikt\u2019s father tries to teach his son that he should not believe the evil things that others expect to be true of Goblins. That they are in fact a peaceful race, close to nature and do not wish to be harmed\/disturbed. In just the first few pages, this book has already dispelled the majority of the opinions I already held against Goblins. So now it has my full attention.<\/span><\/p>\n Rikt appears to be a youngish teenager, rash, full of opinions and always up for a fight against his parents. Through some devastating events he finds himself all alone, tasked with the job of laying his folks to rest before setting off on his path for revenge. So very early on he is taken advantage of by \u2018fairies\u2019, he learns some life lessons and happens to still show some kindness along the way to those in need. Over such a short space of time, he matures and learns the consequences of his actions. The ending is a true test of character and strength for Rikt - one I didn't believe he would be capable of from the beginning of the book.<\/span><\/p>\n So this book tells the story of Rikt, an underdog in every meaning of the word. Who in turn achieves great things after suffering many trials and hardships along the way. His tale is one full of tragedy, but he still manages to have plenty of adventure and touching moments. The \u2018villain\u2019 of the story was a blood thirsty, tattooed human who also sought his own revenge. Although our villain took a more evil route to achieve his goal, it ultimately left him alone in a castle full of bones. His story struck Rikt, ultimately changing his life\u2019s path for good.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cGoblin\u201d was created by author Eric Grissom, whose comic works include Deadhorse<\/em>, Tom & Violence<\/em>, Animals<\/em>, and the space adventure comic - Planet Gigantic<\/em>. Of which you can check out his social media links here through Twitter: @egrissom and over on Instagram: @egrissom. As well as his works over on ComiXology:<\/span> https:\/\/www.comixology.eu\/Eric-Grissom\/comics-creator\/8446<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Then we have Will Perkins, the illustrator for \u201cGoblin\u201d, who is also an amateur paleontologist - which is a pretty neat hobby actually. His works have included Gregory Suicide<\/em>, Beware\u2026<\/em>, Fubar American History Z<\/em>, Sealand Forever<\/em> and Planet Gigantic<\/em>. All of which you can find over on his official website: <\/span>https:\/\/www.willperkinscomics.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n Not only has this pair of talented individuals created a really memorable graphic novel, but they have also designed a D&D one shot that is set in the same universe as Rikt. Which all you DM\u2019s can download now for free in the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n Website (plus D&D game):<\/span> https:\/\/www.realmofgoblin.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n This story has certainly taught us one thing and that is you truely, can never judge a book by its cover - as Rikt stands against the many stereotypes that we have all come to learn about Goblins overtime.<\/span><\/p>\n Overall:<\/strong> 9\/10<\/span><\/p>","post_title":"Goblin Review","post_excerpt":"This book tells the story of Rikt","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"goblin-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 14:47:24","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 13:47:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206379","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206285,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-05-25 14:53:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-05-25 13:53:49","post_content":"Written By:<\/strong> Yvon Roy<\/span>\n\nIllustrated By:<\/strong> Yvon Roy<\/span>\n\nPublished By:<\/strong> Titan Comics<\/span>\n\nRelease Date:<\/strong> May 25th 2021<\/span>\n\nNobody ever expects parenthood to go smoothly, but it is still one of the most rewarding moments in a person's life when they are given the opportunity to become a Mom or Dad. For author Yvon Roy, he decided to tell his family\u2019s story through his art. This is the story of how a parent learns to navigate and learn to adapt to their son\u2019s autism diagnosis, whilst supporting them the entire way.<\/span>\n\nIn order not to tiptoe around the word \u2018autism\u2019 and hopefully not make any uneducated remarks, I decided to do a quick read into the condition. For those that would also like to know more before reading this article and purchasing the book - which after this review I highly suggest doing so!<\/span>\n\nThe definition of Autism includes the following: \u201cAutism affects information processing in the brain and how nerve cells and their synapses connect and organize; how this occurs is not well understood.\u201d<\/span>\n\n![\"goblin1\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/goblin1-683x1024.jpeg\")
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\n\nThis often results in problems maintaining eye contact, emotional and communication challenges. Most of this information I learned from reading this book, as we follow not only young Oliver\u2019s journey of living with Autism, but also how his parents re-evaluate their mindset for how their son will get by in life.<\/span>\n\n\u201cLittle Victories: Autism Through a Father\u2019s Eyes\u201d was written and illustrated by Canadian born author Yvon Roy. Making this book an autobiographical graphic novel, depicting the first few years of his sons\u2019 life. From meeting his partner Chloe, having their first child - Oliver. But over time discovering that he isn't hitting those all important milestones and thus taking that next step to go to an evaluation clinic in order to better understand their son. It\u2019s at this moment, that the parents are hit with a harsh reality check. That perfect world and life they had built for their son in their heads - comes crashing down around them. Now they must learn the skills and knowledge in order to build once more from the ground up - with Olivers needs being their main focus.<\/span>\n\nWith the strain and pressure of dealing with learning more about Autism and \u2018working with\u2019 those that \u2018obviously\u2019 know far more about your son than you ever could. Tension grew high, tempers grew short, something was going to give - resulting in the perfect couple going two different ways. Their focus though - always remaining on Oliver!<\/span>\n\n![\"littlevictories2\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/littlevictories2-733x1024.jpg\")
\n\nThis book has been an incredible eye opener - not only into understanding more about Autism. But also the struggles involved with gaining support, help, understanding and then the pressure, strain and breakdowns that the parents ultimately go through. It began as such a sad read, but by the end all I want to do is buy the book and give it to anyone I may know that may be going through similar scenarios. Just so they know - that they ain't alone in their journey. It truly is a wonderful book, and is no surprise that it has received so many awards including:<\/span>\n\n \t
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\n\nPerhaps one day schools can include graphic novels like this in their curriculum, for this book to be in many libraries and support centres around the World. It gives a real life account from a parents point of view, as they recount their experiences along the way. By providing a detailed insight to what may lie ahead for many, a kind word or two, some advice and ultimately a light at the end of a very dark tunnel. This book is more here for the parents that continue to struggle with the challenges of Autism, but is at the same time a book that should be read by all.<\/span>\n\nYou can purchase your copy of \u201cLittle Victories: Autism Through a Father\u2019s Eyes\u201d from all good bookshops, online retailers and ComiXology from the 26th May.<\/span>\n\nBuy Now: <\/span>https:\/\/titan-comics.com\/c\/1583-little-victories\/<\/a>\n\nOverall:<\/strong> 10\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Little Victories: Autism Through a Father\u2019s Eyes Review","post_excerpt":"Nobody ever expects parenthood to go smoothly","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"little-victories-autism-through-a-fathers-eyes-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 15:17:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 14:17:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206285","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":7},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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