The Last God Review: Epic Fantasy Storytelling at its Finest!

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THE LAST GOD tells the story of two fellowships of heroes struggling with the same threat...30 years apart. One group will doom their world, the other must save it.
Thirty years ago, a band of heroes traveled beyond the borders of creation and killed the last living god, saving the realm of Cain Anuun from an apocalyptic army of the undead. The legendary companions became the rulers of their world and ushered in a new era of peace and prosperity. But it did not last.
Now the foul legions of the Last God march once more, laying waste to all of Cain Anuun and revealing that the aging fellowship may not be the great heroes they claim to be. With the world burning down around them, a new group of unlikely champions must band together and accomplish what no other has done: kill the Last God, once and for all.
THE LAST GOD: BOOK ONE OF THE FELLSPYRE CHRONICLES is a high-octane, no-holds-barred dark fantasy epic from writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson and artist Riccardo Federici, featuring additional work from Kai Carpenter , Dean White and Jared Blando.
I’ve been fairly critical of DC’s insistence at watering down Black Label. One of the most exciting ideas in the industry the past 5 years. I’m not gonna get into my objections again but there are a handful of Black Label titles that don’t exactly fit the original pitch that I’m looking forward to. Foremost among them is The Last God. I’m a huge fantasy buff. Especially Tolkein’s Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings and Terry Brooks Shannara series.
Writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson is relatively new to the industry. He wrote an Aquaman Annual almost 2 years ago but The Last God represents his first big opportunity. Artist Riccardo Federici is also a relative newcomer to the Big 2. Although he’s had more high profile opportunities on Aquaman and a couple of Dark Knights Metal tie-in comics.
Riccardo Federici’s art in The Last God is epic in scale and executed just brilliantly. His style is reminiscent of Esad Ribic in all the best ways, suiting Johnson’s story to perfection. The Last God is an epic fantasy horror comic. The visual details Federici lays down with pencil and ink are worth the cover price alone, and trust me the story is very powerful. Every creature and character in the comic are fully fleshed out visually.
Riccardo Federici, Sunny Gho and Dean White are the perfect team of artist to bring Cain Unuun to life. The character and creature designs are immaculate. The color work flawless.
Writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson does fantastic work fleshing out his world in 34 pages. Readers are introduced to many great new characters that I’m invested in but it never feels overwhelming. . The story moves along at a brisk pace. Johnson doesn’t waste an inch of real estate in this comic book. He lays an amazing foundation and I can’t wait to see where the next issue takes us.
Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Riccardo Federici knock it out of the park with the debut issue of The Last God. Johnson creates an engrossing history for the inhabitants of Cain Anuun. He lays the groundwork a new fellowship to right the wrongs of the past. He does exceptionally good work making Evyndr look like a hero we can root for. Riccardo Federicci, Sonny Gho and Dean White execute Johnson’s vision to perfection. The creature, character and set designs are filled with wonderful detail and colors.
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[@kaybrzy3367]

this is DC? incredible. I dig it.

[@Wes_From_TC]

I know right!

[@southerntemplar]

As a Sword and Sorcery fan happy to see a new story worthy of the REH or Tolkien legacy. Hope it delivers better than Die in the long run.

[@joshuatabor8755]

Reh?

[@southerntemplar]

@@joshuatabor8755 Robert E Howard, creator of Conan the barbarian

[@Wes_From_TC]

Die fell apart when it returned from its break. Really disappointing.

[@ardenaudreyarji]

This book is phenomenal! What an introduction! We're only at issue 1 & the story is already dense af. The world building is amazing.

[@Wes_From_TC]

Absolutely love what the creative team are doing!!

[@mariogreen2213]

Thinking critical (Wes), thank you. I was so close to giving up on everything DC. I’m glad to know that there are well written fantasy books still out there fans like me. I was disappointed by marvel’s Conan so again thank you. Oh and I’m working on an superhero sci-fi adventure comic right now and hope you will review it when it’s finished and released to fans. Long time fan of your channel and I’m looking forward to more of your comic reviews to keep me informed before I buy every week

[@Wes_From_TC]

I hope you enjoyed The Last God. I'll be happy to review your comic when the time comes. If you want to come on Comics Aficionados to promote it let me know.

[@mariogreen2213]

Thinking Critical ok thank you very much. Professor geek is doing the script editing now so I’ll keep you updated. I like what your channel is doing. Since the foundations of CG is falling apart I’ve been seeing small youtubers taking up the responsibility of what the original CG started. Indie creators need all the help they can get. I with all my love for comics thinks that the comic future is “indie”

[@Wes_From_TC]

@@mariogreen2213 Thanks mate! Congrats on working with Professor Geek. I'm certain he'll provide a deft editorial hand on your story.

[@mariogreen2213]

Thinking Critical thanks. I would recommend anyone to Professor Geek. He’s an all around good guy. I’m glad he’s providing editing to indie creators. Majority of indie comics does need a good editor.

[@gregorblack5557]

I think it's a very promising start + good call & glad you liked it, sir! *I kept mentioning it, honestly it was Dc book I was most excited for. I'm so glad it turned out & that Keown style art!!

[@Wes_From_TC]

This comic was the tits.

[@lancem6363]

Almost all of my current DC pull is out of continuity Black Label at this point. Hoping for the DCU to get it together at some point.

[@Wes_From_TC]

With 5G upcoming it's kinda pointless to read DC ongoing titles.

[@MutantsInDisguise]

Interesting. From Black Label, I enjoy Harleen too. I think DC black label should be more focused on artistic levels, not overusing Batman's image over and over.

[@TheTrueJuan]

I am so happy you enjoyed this comic. Did you drop this series Wes? Issue 6 just came out and was so amazing.

[@tonycaballero1494]

Federicci is a master I bought some aquaman just because of his art. I'll check this out

[@temporarymomentary]

One of the best painters I ever have seen. Insane artworks. He was a bodybuilder. He knows everything about human anatomy.

[@Wes_From_TC]

I hope you like it.

[@verityprincess2671]

Thanks for the recommendation. I just got it and I’m excited to read it.

[@Wes_From_TC]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@Mgm1976-j9w]

Been thoroughly enjoying the black label stuff. 👍

[@Wes_From_TC]

This is the second best issue behind Batman: Last Knight on Earth Book 1 imo.

[@fiannawolf]

Yea, I still like fantasy ever so often.

[@Wes_From_TC]

This comic is sooo amazing!

[@sayaksengupta4335]

Beautifully reviewed.... Ticks all the boxes of a perfect review... Subscribed. 🖤

[@shin_roku5696]

DC has me intrigued with this Fantasy title, I can't wait for more of this story.

[@Wes_From_TC]

This book is dope!

[@johnleone6193]

Absolute masterpiece! Loved this comic! And, great review as always, my friend! :)

[@Wes_From_TC]

Thanks fam! Wish I could do more. But I'm gad I got this one in. Really looking forward to Undiscovered Country next week as well!

[@ronb113]

I picked this up on a whim with no real expectations and ended up loving everything about it. I can’t wait for the next issue. Great review!

[@Wes_From_TC]

Thanks Ron!

[@jimmyknox8674]

Great review. I’m going to be all over this book. I’ll call my dealer tomorrow . Only one negative... and it’s just a funny tidbit... it’s not champing at the bit, it’s , chomping at the bit..... it’s an old saying. That gave me a great giggle. Again, great job!

[@AshOnComics]

I also gave this book a very positive review. You rated it even higher than I did. This is a solid recommendation to any fantasy fan.

[@Wes_From_TC]

Great minds think alike!

[@davidpressley5653]

The last God was really good I really enjoyed it For me this is like really the Saving Grace for the Black Label for me. Because the first lie I'm not a big fan of the majority of the Black Label focusing on Batman mostly it just having one or two series or like Superman the Wonder Woman ( and a few other series I'm not mentioning) series that's coming out and I think the question( even though I'm very excited for the question because it's being written by Jeff Lemire and Jeff will be as one of my favorites.) I just feel that they're focusing way too much on Batman. And I love that man but there's other characters that deserve that type of attention besides that batman. And if you feel differently about it that's fine if anyone reads this comment I make it. That's completely fine you don't have to agree with me I'm not trying to take away you know if you really enjoy the Black Label. That's just how I personally feel better you need to focus more on stuff like this series right here Philip really impressed me with his story. I was going in not thinking this is going to work I ordered it to see what what's going on and this is a test of bajor major great things about it that I'm very pleasantly surprised that are in the story. It's got a little bit of like I think HP Lovecraft in it plus mixing it with Lord of the Ring. which I never thought anyone would ever try to fix these two together. 9 for me and usually I really don't give out that many 9th or 10th because I feel right now not a lot of 9 or 10 or in DC right now I just feel like most the stuff I'm leaving DC if their site 6 or 7 maybe 8

[@Wes_From_TC]

DC is definitely down now but this is one of their gems.

[@capiseric]

I'm reading it now. I also bought the D&D 5e compatible Sourcebook.

[@Slowloris666]

It's pronounce Riccardo Federici with "ci" as in church, not key :-)

[@flamarjr2000]

You’re good man!

[@Wes_From_TC]

Thanks!

[@joshuatabor8755]

Well after your review I can tell I missed that part about the ear. Bad habit of taking things at face valie

[@Wes_From_TC]

That's the way I'm interpreting the story.

[@welesuda7897]

shet....