Xiola
(Xero, 1994-1995)
™ and ©1995 the character’s respective creators
Xiola is an anthology title showcasing the talents of creators Josh Gorchov, Will Elder-Groebe, and Joel Emslie. It’s an ambitious offering from little-known Xero Comics, an independent publisher.
Each issue brings a new episode from the three major features. These span an impressively wide range of genres and styles. First off is the slightly surreal fantasy found in Josh Gorchov’s Django, a story reminiscent of the animated movie Wizards. Next is the Tolkienesque story of the demon Azhbane by Will Elder-Groebe. The final feature is Joel Emslie’s manga-inspired, science-fiction tale “To Move the Shadow.” While all have their limitations in terms of plotting, they feature uniformly good artwork and promising story ideas.
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Oct 1994
Cover: $1.95
W: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder · A: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
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Dec 1994
Cover: $1.95
W: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder · A: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
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Mar 1995
Cover: $1.95
W: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder · A: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
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