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Animation:
The Mice Templar
So, there’s
this new comic called The Mice Templar, co-written
by Michael Avon Oeming and Bryan J.L. Glass, with art by Oeming.
It’s about a bunch of..., well, mice. If you’re
not a fan of “funny animal” comics, however, don’t
worry - there’s nothing funny, here. There is, however,
a compelling story to be found.
Mice
is ultimately about Karic, a youngster who has yet to discover
that he has a great destiny. Karic is enchanted with the
legend of an “ancient warrior-priest” called
Kuhl-En and “The Templar,” a group of warriors
who fought for truth, justice and..., ah, you get the idea.
Initially
discouraged by adults from listening to Templar-inspired
stories and having imagined adventures as a Templar warrior
himself, Karic finds himself the victim of deadly circumstances
beyond his control, desperately hoping that the stories
of a warrior-caste which offers hope to those in need are
true.
Glass
and Oeming created The Mice Templar, and fortunately
for readers, they have done more than simply spawn a serviceable
concept for a new comic; they also offer intriguing characterization,
an exciting plot, gripping action sequences and powerful
emotionality to readers wise enough to give this yarn a
try. I mean, let’s face it, when you find the ol’
heartstrings being plucked by cartoon mice, someone’s
doing something right!
Oeming’s
art work brings the characters to life in a way that endears
them to the reader, then surprises them with the ferocity
of which they are capable. Visually, the book is just as
dramatic and emotionally charged as the script. And, while
you may have to work a bit at telling the characters apart
in the beginning, they quickly distinguish themselves with
their individual personality traits, characteristics and
quirks.
The
Mice Templar is recommended for all but the youngest
readers, as there is some intense violence and disturbing
imagery. Find it at comics shops and online retailers and
auctions.
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