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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  • 1
    #1
    Oct 1994
    Cover: $1.95
    W: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder  ·  A: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
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    4 copies from $0.96
  • 2
    #2
    Dec 1994
    Cover: $1.95
    W: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder  ·  A: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
    B&W
    1 copy for $1.28
  • 3
    #3
    Mar 1995
    Cover: $1.95
    W: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder  ·  A: Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
    3 copies from $3.40
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