I wanted to read this comics for a loooong while, but now that I did it, I don't know what to think about it. The synopsis of Lost Kingdom, by Javi Cuho and Silvano Cernunno, seemed to be great, to have a big idea, but I feel there is something actually lost in it. Maybe it is because we only have the first issue so far.
The sovereigns of Piros and of Paggos choose to end years of senseless conflict by forming a peaceful allegiance between the two kingdoms, uniting in matrimony princes Allen (passionate and rebellious) and Naiah (mysterious and rational), in a desperate attempt to erase the errors of the past and recuperate lost time.
However, Turgoloth, a disturbing being that unexpectedly bursts forth into their lives, raises an army of phallic soldiers willing to prevent the union of the two kingdoms, whatever the cost.
Phebus, the sexy leader of the royal guard of Piros and Nylon, the old sorcerer of Paggos try, together with the young couple, to reestablish the peace and help them to better understand their own history.
Will the kingdom of ice and the kingdom of fire remain united forever? A fascinating adventure in a world of warriors overflowing with testosterone in which they will wage a great battle where they will have to use their best weapon: sex.
The plot is simple, a little repeated with the idea of two kingdoms in eternal war for no apparent reason, but the twist of the 'princess' actually being a man is interesting. I would like to see how this evolves, although it doesn't seem like it will happen anytime soon.
The story itself goes straight to the point presenting characters in a direct way so we have a clear idea of what they are like, and they are likable, but the main couple falls in the typical Yaoi kind of Seme-Uke relationship. They entertain, but that's it.
Light reading, it doesn't get complicated at any point, and you get a little immersed in the story while reading. I expected more magic, a more developed idea of how the fantasy element worked in this world, and I was left wanting more. Just when we get a taste of it, Issue #1 is over. Smart marketing strategy, I have to say!
There is something I liked a lot: Sex is not the focus. There is not a lot of fucking just because it must be there, you get a good reason, not deep or anything, but an actual valid reason for each sexual scene in the comic. Thank you for that, Class Comics. There is just one thing left that could be explained in a next chapter, but... you know already: doesn't seem like happening.
I was more impressed with the images, what they showed, than with the style itself. There was something strange about the characters, to be honest. Although they are so hairy and have muscle and obviously a lot of sexual experience, there is something about their proportions that makes me think they are... hairy children.
However, the colors were pretty good and I liked the thematic coloring for each of the kingdom. I personally prefer Piros. The pages located on Paggos hurt my eyes a little, hehe. I expected it to be darker than the first one, filled with shadows, but not at all. Let me say that I've never seen anything that bright!
Kinky regards, K!
The story itself goes straight to the point presenting characters in a direct way so we have a clear idea of what they are like, and they are likable, but the main couple falls in the typical Yaoi kind of Seme-Uke relationship. They entertain, but that's it.
Light reading, it doesn't get complicated at any point, and you get a little immersed in the story while reading. I expected more magic, a more developed idea of how the fantasy element worked in this world, and I was left wanting more. Just when we get a taste of it, Issue #1 is over. Smart marketing strategy, I have to say!
There is something I liked a lot: Sex is not the focus. There is not a lot of fucking just because it must be there, you get a good reason, not deep or anything, but an actual valid reason for each sexual scene in the comic. Thank you for that, Class Comics. There is just one thing left that could be explained in a next chapter, but... you know already: doesn't seem like happening.I was more impressed with the images, what they showed, than with the style itself. There was something strange about the characters, to be honest. Although they are so hairy and have muscle and obviously a lot of sexual experience, there is something about their proportions that makes me think they are... hairy children.
However, the colors were pretty good and I liked the thematic coloring for each of the kingdom. I personally prefer Piros. The pages located on Paggos hurt my eyes a little, hehe. I expected it to be darker than the first one, filled with shadows, but not at all. Let me say that I've never seen anything that bright!
In short, Lost Kingdom took a lot
of clichés, typical elements and tried to give them some originality, along
with nice art, but failed at doing something impressive. The premise and
synopsis were promising, a lot! But it didn't fill my expectations. There is
potential for a next issue if it ever happens, though.
Kinky regards, K!
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