The modern-day version of shared universes started in comic books, with publishers telling stories about vigilantes whose lives sometimes crossed over in epic fashion. Image Comics is doing something similar in scale and roster, expanding its Massive-Verse into franchises of superhero-centric titles. But not all characters that readers meet are heroes, and some are intriguing enough to take another look at, giving them a chance to prove their worth. Shift seems to fit that exact criterion as Image places him in the center stage of a new oversized one-shot that tracks his backstory to the present. With the help of his amazing teleportation powers, courtesy of his Radiant-inspired suit, Shift, or Guy, as people in his profession call him, is ready to deploy.Written by Kyle Higgins with artwork from Daniele Di Nicuolo, Francesco Manna, Marcelo Costa, and Mark Englert, among many others, and letters from Becca Carey and Diego Sanchez, Shift #1 compiles stories released in Image!, and adds a brand-new five-page tale from creators Higgins and Di Nicuolo. The first story in the anthology begins with Guy working as a mercenary for the wealthy conglomerate Morrow and finally breaking free from them to start his own freelance brand. Aptly named Chapter One, “Founders’ Meeting,” is where Guy starts embracing his Shift persona. From the start, the story shows how much of a scoundrel the protagonist is as he threatens his manager and proposes to bite the hand that feeds him and his co-conspirators. Dialogues form the backbone of the story, giving background to the characters. But there is also a heist-like thrill that balances out long-drawn conversations. Di Nicuolo’s stylized artwork matches Shift’s glitchy energy. His penchant for stretching and pulling the lines intensifies the brief action scene, contorting Guy’s movements as he evades Radiant Black’s hits.The fourth story lets Guy spend some time away from all the action and thrill. It is a somber story that reminisces the past as the characters get time to introspect. Somehow, even the name “Off-Brand” for this segment matches the tone since it is rare to see Shift relaxing in his undies and talking freely, unlike the tense, threatening exchanges he usually indulges in. Sjan Weijers’ colors immediately lighten the mood. Incidentally, the palette is only limited to two shades, pink and blue, which makes Chris Evenhuis’ minimalist style more prominent. Daniele Di Nicuolo and Walter Baiamonte return for the final story, a new addition from Higgins to Shift’s saga. Although a short tale, it paves the way forward for the character in ways he had only dreamt of since he went free agent. Baiamonte’s colors go into the full glitchy effect for the readers’ amusement, with the dark background not only creating a claustrophobic atmosphere but also letting the brighter tones shine. Letterer Becca Carey, who has been putting words into the mouths of the characters throughout the book, makes it seem like a piece of cake. She changes the fonts and messes with the sound effects to keep Shift’s frenetic energy going.
The modern-day version of shared universes started in comic books, with publishers telling stories about vigilantes whose lives sometimes crossed over in epic fashion. Image Comics is doing something similar in scale and roster, expanding its Massive-Verse into franchises of superhero-centric titles. But not all characters that readers meet are heroes, and some are intriguing enough to take another look at, giving them a chance to prove their worth. Shift seems to fit that exact criterion as Image places him in the center stage of a new oversized one-shot that tracks his backstory to the present. With the help of his amazing teleportation powers, courtesy of his Radiant-inspired suit, Shift, or Guy, as people in his profession call him, is ready to deploy.
Written by Kyle Higgins with artwork from Daniele Di Nicuolo, Francesco Manna, Marcelo Costa, and Mark Englert, among many others, and letters from Becca Carey and Diego Sanchez, Shift #1 compiles stories released in Image!, and adds a brand-new five-page tale from creators Higgins and Di Nicuolo. The first story in the anthology begins with Guy working as a mercenary for the wealthy conglomerate Morrow and finally breaking free from them to start his own freelance brand. Aptly named Chapter One, “Founders’ Meeting,” is where Guy starts embracing his Shift persona. From the start, the story shows how much of a scoundrel the protagonist is as he threatens his manager and proposes to bite the hand that feeds him and his co-conspirators. Dialogues form the backbone of the story, giving background to the characters. But there is also a heist-like thrill that balances out long-drawn conversations. Di Nicuolo’s stylized artwork matches Shift’s glitchy energy. His penchant for stretching and pulling the lines intensifies the brief action scene, contorting Guy’s movements as he evades Radiant Black‘s hits.
The fourth story lets Guy spend some time away from all the action and thrill. It is a somber story that reminisces the past as the characters get time to introspect. Somehow, even the name “Off-Brand” for this segment matches the tone since it is rare to see Shift relaxing in his undies and talking freely, unlike the tense, threatening exchanges he usually indulges in. Sjan Weijers’ colors immediately lighten the mood. Incidentally, the palette is only limited to two shades, pink and blue, which makes Chris Evenhuis’ minimalist style more prominent. Daniele Di Nicuolo and Walter Baiamonte return for the final story, a new addition from Higgins to Shift’s saga. Although a short tale, it paves the way forward for the character in ways he had only dreamt of since he went free agent. Baiamonte’s colors go into the full glitchy effect for the readers’ amusement, with the dark background not only creating a claustrophobic atmosphere but also letting the brighter tones shine. Letterer Becca Carey, who has been putting words into the mouths of the characters throughout the book, makes it seem like a piece of cake. She changes the fonts and messes with the sound effects to keep Shift’s frenetic energy going.
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