Review: CODE MONKEY SAVE WORLD #1

Written By:  Greg Pak
Based On The Songs Of:  Jonathan Coulton
Pencils And Inks By:  Takeshi Miyazawa
Colors By:  Jessica Kholinne
Letters By:  Simon Bowland
Published By:  Monkeybrain Comics

Earlier this year Greg Pak announced that he was launching a Kickstarter with musician Jonathan Coulton.  It would be inspired by songs created by Coulton that focus on a computer-coding monkey attempting to save the world.  The Kickstarter was fully funded and now issue one has hit stores.

What I Liked

After reading comics deep in continuity, Code Monkey Save World was a welcomed change-of-pace.  Charles, the protagonist monkey, comes across as very likable.  We see early on that he gets no respect, whether its from a barista to his boss at work.  We end up rooting for this underdog.

Pak adds a lot of humor throughout the book.  This humor is elegantly displayed by the art team of Takeshi Miyazawa and Jessica Kholinne.  I was very impressed by the quality of art.  Miyazawa is able to convey many emotions from individuals, whether it is a furrowed brow or sweat glistening on a forehead.  Plus, Miyazawa draws one attractive female love interest named Matilde.

What I Didn’t Like

This book is too enjoyable to find any faults with.  Perhaps if you don’t enjoy fun-filled comics that appeal to all ages, then I can see Code Monkey Save World not being for you.

Summary

Code Monkey Save World #1 is a nice detour from the world of the Big 2 comic companies.  Even with it being free of continuity, there are still mysteries laid out that we have to see revealed.

I recommend giving this a try.  After-all, don’t you want to see if Charles can save the world and rescue the girl?

Timdogg

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