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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Xiola #1

October, 1994
Cover Price: $1.95
4 copies available from $0.96 		Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will ElderJoe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
Xiola #2

December, 1994
Cover Price: $1.95
1 copy available for $1.28 		Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will ElderJoe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
Xiola #3

March, 1995
Cover Price: $1.95
3 copies available from $3.40 		Joe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will ElderJoe Emsle, Josh Gorchov, Will Elder
Xiola Ashcan #1


Cover Price: $0.00
5 copies available from $1.00 		No cover price; B&W