Could it be that we have another classic novel on our hands? This is definitely the best piece of fantasy literature since The Lord of the Rings.
The band of elves seem to work together like a tribe should, but is there any chance of seeing Cutter on a solo adventure? Being one who hasn't read the original Elfquest books, I don't know what's in store, but I hope to see some serious fighting. I hate to be one to betray my own race, but let's see some revenge on man.
Todd Gavin
Collinsville, VA
My, we are bloodthirsty this morning, aren't we? See how you feel about revenge, oh, about issue 20 or so, OK? --RP
I think that the colors, art, and
writing are superb. So far I liked
the first three issues, and I'm
looking forward to #4. Oh, will
there be more villains?
Joseph Benedetto
Richmond Hill, NY
Heh. Heh. Heh. --RP
When I got my first issue of
Elfquest I noticed that it was
Volume 2. What was Volume 1?
Was it a limited series or what?
Marc Garard
Columbus, OH
Volume 1 was the original black and white series published by WaRP Graphics. Those issues are now out of print, although you might still find some of them at a comics collector shop. --RP
One reason I am so taken with
Elfquest is that the storyline is so
radically different than anything
I've ever seen. There are no
super-heroes, no laser guns,
none of the stereotypes that exist
in many comics. Well, I suppose
Cutter is a super-hero in a
way, but his success is not based
on force. It is based on clear,
level-headed thinking, intelligence,
and a moral sense of
right and wrong. By limiting
yourself to a few main characters
you are able to make each one a
distinct personality.
Tracey Rosenberg
Glencoe, IL
One small question. You once
mentioned an animated movie
based on Elfquest. This was two
and a half years ago. I was wondering
when I could see this
movie in the theatres. Also, can
you say what issues it will cover?
Paul Defenbaugh
Peru, IL
We've been mentioning an animated film for quite a while, and it looks like things are finally beginning to move. Of course, if you were a member of the Elfquest Fan Club you'd know this. What fan club? Why, the one you can find out about by writing directly to 5 Reno Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. That fan club! --RP
I picked up a copy of Elfquest
#4 a few days ago. After reading
it I started glancing through
some of my old Fantastic Fours.
Much to my surprise I discovered
that the middle panels
on page 88 of FF #242 strikingly
resembled the top panels on
page 12 of Elfquest #4. If there's
an explanation, can you explain?
Dave Cartright
Warren, MI
Well, you see, we like the Fantastic Four and John Byrne likes Elfquest, and that's one of the strange ways in which comics people say 'hi' to each other. Here's a quiz for you all-- how many other comics can you find Elfquest mentioned in, hm? --RP
Thank you for making Elfquest
available in far lands like Singapore.
May the stars shine
upon you. I love Tolkien, comics,
fantasy, and I'm crazy about
elves. Elfquest has never previously
found its way to Singapore,
although I had heard
quite a bit about it. Naturally I
went berserk with excitement
when I saw Elfquest #1 in a book
shop.
So how did I find issue #1? Well, if it wasn't all I had expected, I was still delighted. I'm looking forward to future issues and believe the best is yet to come.
Edel
Republic of Singapore
And thank you for writing from your 'far land'-- we love hearing from overseas readers (and Richard loves collecting the gorgeous stamps!) --RP
I was just wondering how Cutter
and Skywise became friends.
I'm not complaining, but you
didn't delve as deeply into their
friendship as I would have liked.
Skywise is my favorite character.
Also, you should let Skywise
come so close to dying that Cutter's
love for him really shows.
Amy Short
Eaton, OH
Aww, Amy, have you been peeking? (Oh! Wasn't I supposed to say that?) Never mind... --RP
I think you should make Elfquest
into a regular monthly series!!!
Charley Rukus
Rockville, MD
Uh, Archie? Jo? Is there something we're missing here? Till next time, shade and sweet water! --Richard Pini