Black Road #1
This volume collects the first story arc of Brian Wood's Viking-era epic, following a former Roman soldier turned mercenary as he navigates the treacherous politics and brutal landscapes of the Holy North. Illustrated by Garry Brown, the series blends historical fiction with gritty action, exploring themes of faith, conquest, and survival in a world on the edge of change.
In "The Holy North," Magnus and Julia trek across a desolate frozen lake, the silence broken only by the crunch of ice beneath their boots—and the unsettling feeling they’re not alone. Through stark flashbacks, we glimpse Julia’s past in Rome and the quiet grief that shadows Magnus, a man still carrying the weight of loss. Written by Brian Wood and brought to life with chilling precision by Garry Brown (pencils and inks) and Dave McCaig’s evocative colors, the cover by Garry Brown sets a tone of isolation and dread.
In "Shield Wall," Magnus and Julia trek across a vast frozen lake, the silence broken only by the creak of ice and the growing unease of being followed. Through fragmented flashbacks, glimpses of Julia’s past in Rome and the lingering grief of Magnus’s lost wife emerge—quiet, haunting echoes that deepen the mystery of their journey.
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