Working for the government is hard enough. But when strange creatures start running amok after a bombing raid things become even more complicated. The old magic is back, and it's not leaving without a fight. An urban fantasy webcomic.
With my creation of Redwall GIFS finished, I’ve decided it’s time for a new project. I’m going to be sharing some of may favorite webcomics so that other people can enjoy them.
The Comic: Code Name: Hunter
Who Makes It?: CNH is written by Darc and Matt Sowers and illustrated by Darc Sowers.
What’s It About?: As the description says, it’s an urban fantasy webcomic. After being sealed away in medieval times, the magic of the world is back, and it’s up to the agents of the Royal Center of Special Investigations (RCSI) to keep the mortal world safe from the dangers lurking beyond our plane. The majority of the story follows Max McConnor, a young mouse recently promoted to a full agent in the ranks of RCSI. He and his trainee Ruby (alias Gypsy) deal with any and all magic-based threats they are assigned, risking life and limb on a daily basis.
There is also a spin-off comic, ‘A Year and a Day,’ that takes place between the events of the prologue chapters and the main story
What’s It Like?: Take Brian Jacques’ Redwall and put it in more or less modern day London, then add mythology similar to Jim Butcher’s take on the Fey in his Dresden Files series.
When Does It Update?: Code Name: Hunter updates on Thursdays. A Year and a Day updates on Fridays. Darc also posts a photo of her adorable corgi, Ruby Mae, every day.
How Long Is It?: There are currently 22 Issues, 4 Prologue Chapters, and 5 Interludes. In addition, there is a small archive of Mail Bag comics where the cast answer readers’ questions (currently on hiatus) and a lengthy Q and A section describing the world of Code Name: Hunter.
How’s The Art?: Like all long-running webcomics, there are changes over time. In my own opinion, even the first few chapters have amazing art. They are hand drawn and colored with high quality markers. Later chapters are still hand drawn (I believe), but have line-art and coloring done digitally (Darc is far too hard on herself. She is an amazing artist).
What Ages Is It Meant For?: Darc self-rated the comic as PG-13 for “mild violence, language, adult themes, and trigger happy redheads.” I do not recall anything extremely objectionable being portrayed directly in the comic beyond a very tongue and cheek example of streaking. Two words: Modesty Baguette.
Final Rating: I can, without a doubt, say that I regard this as one of the best written and drawn webcomics out there. Not only is it high quality, but very consistently updated. Definitely check it out. I’d be surprised if you don’t ready the whole archive in 2-3 days.
