Saga is a wonderful intersection between a great creative team and a publisher willing to take risks. We follow Alana and Marko, a pair of literal star-crossed lovers, each from opposing sides of a brutal war as they celebrate the birth of what is believed to be an impossible child. Hazel's birth is seen as an affront to the leaders of both sides and they are forced to flee for their lives from forces intent on maintaining the ongoing conflict. This is space opera at the finest with some of the best world building and character work in modern comics. Brian K Vaughn crafts interesting believable and often flawed characters, and Fiona Staples' art gives some of the most creative science-fantasy visuals I have seen in recent years and some of the most memorable creatures in modern sci-fi. One word of warning, this series in strictly intended for mature readers for multiple reasons; good, bad, horny, gross, and weird (often at the same time). Read it for the joy that is Lying Cat if for no other reason!
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