In an age of heightened recognition for the science fiction style, it is particularly formidable to conceive of one thing that feels really unique, however that is precisely what rising star Sumeyye Kesgin has achieved together with her new space opera miniseries for Picture Comics titled “Voyagis (opens in new tab).”
Appearing as each author and artist for this intriguing otherworldly story, Istanbul-based Kesgin has achieved some imaginative worldbuilding for her unique comedian e book mission.
The premiere problem landed on Nov. 16 and carries with it a definite Euro model and energetic coloration palette that ought to entice readers in search of one thing distinctive within the crowded comics market.
Right here’s the official synopsis:
What if one of many Voyager probes was discovered by aliens on an uninhabitable planet laid waste by a wandering black hole? Their assets dwindling and beneath the thumb of a relentless tyrant, alien hero Sen’s discovery of the probe results in journey, and potential salvation, for her and her folks. “Voyagis” is a five-issue miniseries and artist Sumeyye Kesgin’s writing debut.
“I’ve an enormous curiosity about potential situations of evolution, the cosmos, and space-time,” Kesgin tells House.com. “Whereas rewatching the ‘Cosmos’ documentaries I felt an awesome urge to jot down a narrative in regards to the Voyager probes. Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 and their passengers, the Golden Data, floating in space in the direction of the unknown like a message in a bottle thrown into the huge ocean known as the Universe. So fascinating and provoking from a cosmic standpoint!
“As people of this century, we’ll in all probability by no means discover out what their end result will be and can carry on dreaming whereas consuming fantastical fiction about outer space. “Voyagis” is one in all them, a narrative making an attempt to stay inside the boundaries of science fiction whereas additionally making an attempt in components to be a whimsical story. It’s also a narrative about annihilation, loneliness, desires/realities, and the persistence of life.”
(By the way, if you wish to take a look at these previous “Cosmos” episodes or different exhibits, this is our information to the best space documentaries.)
Kesgin’s purpose in creating this compelling sci-fi fable was to invert folks’s curiosity relating to exo-planets and alien civilizations.
“This time another person is taking a look at us from the depths of space however one thing doesn’t really feel proper (or feels misplaced),” she added. “Our heroes are in the midst of a battle for survival. Their fundamental purpose is to stay to see one other day which isn’t any straightforward feat as a result of their planet has already been struck by disasters attributable to a black hole and assets are dwindling quickly. And if that wasn’t sufficient they need to keep away from the grasp of a tyrant. The invention of Voyager amongst all this commotion will ultimately make them a larger journey.
“I am unable to wait to share this story with you, readers. I hope that you’ll be part of me on this escapade.”
Image Comics’ “Voyagis #1” (opens in new tab) hit cabinets in comedian retailers and on-line retailers on Nov. 16 and is out there now.
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