Thanks to NetGalley for sending me an ARC of this graphic novel.

In a lot of ways this reminded me of a DnD campaign. Overall it was an enjoyable read, but there were a few times where I found myself getting distracted and losing interest. The art was great and was the thing that kept me returning to the book. The story ended on a cliffhanger, but I don't know if I will pick up the next book or not. I didn't dislike this by any means, but it just didn't fully grab my attention.

The Hunger and the Dusk vol. 1 collects issues #1-6 of the series. This comic features a dying world where only humans and orcs remain. They are mortal enemies, but when a group of ancient humanoids known as the Vangol pose an even greater threat, the humans and orcs form an alliance to take on this new threat together. This alliance is fragile but it’s the only way to move forward. The survival of both groups lies in the hands of a commander of a band of humans and a high-ranking orc healer.

This story has an adventurous Game of Thrones/Dungeon & Dragons vibe which I enjoyed, and the vibrant art brings the characters, action and scenery to life. Unfortunately, everything else about the book fell flat for me. I wanted more worldbuilding and I feel like I don’t have a reason to care about the characters. And because I don’t care about the characters I also don’t care about the romance. There was an interesting moment where we learn about the Vangol, but it wasn’t fully explored. I know there’s only so much that can be done in six issues, but I was left feeling underwhelmed. This genre is so popular and overdone, and so far I feel like The Hunger and the Dusk isn’t bringing anything new to the table. Hopefully this will change as the story continues. I’m interested in reading the next volume to see if my opinion changes.

Thank you NetGalley and IDW Publishing for providing me with an e-ARC to review.

This book was very confusing. Quite a few different groups whose stories intertwine, some only briefly before they disappear. I couldn’t really connect with the characters, nor did I even find them interesting. Not the book for me, I guess

Big shoutout to IDW Publishing for granting me an early peek at "The Hunger and Dusk Volume 1," encompassing issues 1 through 6. Scheduled for release on June 10th, Volume 1 offers a comprehensive collection. For those eager to dive in before the official launch date, Comic Unlimited subscribers can access the first two issues of "The Hunger and Dusk." Now, let us delve into the narrative.
In "The Hunger and Dusk," crafted by G. Willow Wilson, we're thrust into a world embroiled in conflict between humans and orcs, the last remnants of their respective races. Enduring a prolonged and fruitless war, both factions grapple with famine and environmental decay. The arrival of the Vangol complicates matters further, disrupting the fragile equilibrium between humans and orcs.
Our journey begins with the introduction of Callem Battlechild, leader of the mercenary group "The Last Man Standing." Negotiating an alliance with the orc clan led by Troth Iceman, they enlist healer Tera as part of the truce. This alliance proves pivotal as it underscores the necessity for humans and orcs to unite against the indiscriminate threat posed by the Vangol.
Wilson's portrayal of orcs is a refreshing departure from the typical savage archetype. Troth Icemane’s concern for his people and desire for cooperation with humans resonates deeply, challenging the prevailing stereotypes. The depiction of orc culture, characterized by its elegance and tribal nuances, adds depth to their characterization.
However, like other fantasy epics, "The Hunger and Dusk" suffers from the inherent challenge of balancing a sprawling cast of characters. With a multitude of players introduced within the span of six issues, a few of the characters receive inadequate development, diminishing their impact on the narrative.
Turning to the artwork, it captivates with its blend of hand-drawn aesthetics and vibrant digital coloring. Action sequences burst with kinetic energy, seamlessly conveying the fluidity of combat. The paneling, while intricate, never overwhelms, keeping a clear visual flow throughout.
In conclusion, "The Hunger and Dusk Volume 1" promises an immersive high fantasy experience. Scheduled for release on April 10th, it's available for pre-order at various online retailers, including Amazon. However, I urge you to support local comic shops whenever possible, as they play a vital role in promoting diverse storytelling. Embrace the enchanting world of "The Hunger and Dusk" and embark on an epic adventure.

Huge fan of G Willow Wilson from afar but as a first time reader of her work this is great! Great art :)

It's a fair start to what is hopefully an interesting series. There's nothing I can really ding it for; it just didn't captivate my interest. The cousins in love part does give me pause, although I presume they won't end up together.

I really enjoyed this volume and look forward to continuing this series. The art and color palette was perfect for the world and storyline, very vibrant and eye catching. I have reas other series by this author before and have liked their story telling and here it’s once again very engaging. The slow build of trust in the orc/human alliance is done so well and even though I don’t know the characters super well yet I found myself invested in their journeys. Overall a great start to a series.

Thanks to NetGalley and IDW Publishing for granting me access to an early copy in exchange for an honest review.

The Hunger and the Dusk vol. 1 is about humans and orcs - the mortal enemies - that got forced into an alliance. It follows along the orc main character - the orc overlord Troth Icemane - and the human main character - commander Callum Battlechild.

This was a great fantasy graphic novel. It didn’t hit the 100% mark just because I would have loved it to be longer - some scenes were a bit rushed.
However, the amazing illustrations and the mystery behind the dying world sucked me into this novel.

Thanks to NetGalley and IDW Publishing for providing me with the ebook ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A gorgeously rendered new fantasy world and an action packed story that I will be keeping up with as each volume drops.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy!!! So, I absolutely love the artwork. It it top-tier. I turned to my partner and said look at this when I opened it. If you are an artwork person in graphic novels, you will like this. The characters didn't feel rushed and even though every panel feels tense due to the situation this felt like a relaxation to read. I can't wait for the next issues.

This book was so much more incredible than I was expecting. It had political intrigue, thoughtful worldbuilding that was well-embedded in the story, and realistic, emotionally compelling character interactions. The art was exceptional for a number of reasons. The first being that the style and character designs reminded me of the Rankin-Bass adaptation of The Last Unicorn, a film I am very fond of. The second was that the art itself and page layouts were shockingly cinematic, including conventions like establishing shots and dynamic fight scenes.

I would highly recommend this book to fans of 80s and 2000s epic fantasy films, DnD-related media, and the Disney+ series Willow. I look forward to seeing the next installments of this series.

For me it was the cover that drew me in.
But when I started reading I just couldn't put it down.

I'm a sucker for everything Dragon, Elf or Orc related, especially when there are Interspecies/Interracial relationships involved.
I'm just a sucker for love, I believe that love has no boundaries, does not know age or race or money but that doesn't mean it's right to marry of a 7 year old, or rape anyone or take advantage of children, because that's not love. Anyway. I'm Buying the comic and i'll be preordering the rest of it, 'cause I do not like that ending!!!
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This was an interesting concept. I really liked the idea of orcs and humans building an alliance together. The art is great and while there are well used tropes, it is still a fun read

This was a great fantasy/sword and sorcery graphic novel. You follow the stories of a group of 'last standing' humans and orcs, as they make an alliance together for the first time to fight against a common enemy.

The story is sprinkled with violent battles, banter, romance and the perfect balance of politics and travelling along the open road. I really liked the way the characters of different races learned to find commonality with each other and to work against their differences so they could defend their dying world from a larger threat. I also liked how elusive the enemy is and it seems there is a lot more to them than what first meets the eye. I'm really interested to read more about them in particular and to see what drives them and where they came from.

The illustrations are really quite beautiful and the artists have done such an amazing job with the colouring in particular and creating really atmospheric scenes. The Orcs are also really cool looking 😅

One thing I did find distracting was the way that within each speech bubble, there were like 2-3 words that were formatted in bold. It was really off-putting at first as I kept instinctively reading it with emphasis on these words, even though it didn't sound right or make any sense. I eventually was able to just ignore it. It just seemed really unnecessary and I'm not sure why they decided to write it this way.

Overall I really enjoyed this! I lost myself in the story and was engaged pretty much the entire read through. I'm looking forward to see what happens next.

Thank you NetGalley and IDW Publishing for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

The art is pretty. I love how the colors change to create some emotion. Softening in parts and becoming darker in others. The battle scenes are busy, but not difficult to follow the action. I am a big fan of G Willow Wilson and this was no exception. It was an interesting story that was very emotional. I will be adding this to my pull list.

4 stars

I loved the art in this, and the story was interesting. The characters are also very well done. I do feel it needed to set up a lot, so this is more about the potential of things to come rather than something that works very well on its own.

Note: arc provided by the publisher via netgalley in exchange for honest review

I think volume one was alright, I got a bit confused but overall it wasn't a bad read. I really liked the characters and everything they went through. I feel like it might have potential. I will be patiently waiting to read volume two.
Thank you for the ARC Netgallery and the publisher

This is a propulsive read! In this book, we're following groups of orcs and humans fighting the threat of the Vangol. Orcs and humans have been at odds for years, fighting for land in the dregs of a dying world. When the Vangol arrive, orcs and humans strike a shaky truce. The artwork is amazing, and the backstory is so compelling. The pace of this work is just perfect--we continue to learn the backstory and develop characters while also pounding through plot points. I can't wait for the next one to come out.

I really enjoyed the scenario and setting in this graphic novel. Some distinct characters shine in this fantasy setting. The ARC was cut a bit at the top and bottom, so I missed some pieces of the story, but will eagerly dive into a print copy when published.

Humans vs Orcs...until a new threat emerges. Can a fragile alliance unite former enemies? I loved the dynamics of the Orc tribes and a the relationships of the characters. The artwork is very appealing and the story flows nicely. I look forward to volume 2.