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Huge Detective #1
Main Cover: Paul Pope
Publisher: Titan Comics
Writer: Adam Rose
Artist: Magenta King
Letterer: D. C. Hopkins
Release date: Aug 21, 2024

Okay, I’m a little late to the party, but trust me, you need to check out the “Huge Detective” series from the super talented writer Adam Rose and the fantastic artist Magenta King. This is my first time seeing their work, and I just loved it! If you haven’t already picked up the first three issues, now’s the time to catch up before issue 4 hits the shelves on February 12.

A Big, Big Problem

So here’s the scoop: something HUGE is coming. When a string of murders and disappearances start spreading across the United States, it’s up to a human and a giant with some serious detective chops to solve the case. Enter the giants, who woke up after a long slumber beneath the Earth, leading to a massive conflict known as The Omega Event. Eventually, they come to an agreement, forming the state of Brobdingnag, where humans and giants co-exist peacefully (sort of). But just when things seem calm, a new tragedy threatens the peace, and detectives Tamaki and Gyant are thrown together to uncover a mystery bigger than either could imagine. And no, they’re not just solving who ate the last donut.

Loud Talking is Exhausting

So, here’s something that really hooked me, Gyant, the giant detective, has to work extra hard to talk to Tamaki, because the giants communicate telepathically. Picture this: every time Gyant talks out loud, it’s like the world’s most exhausting thing (honestly relatable). Their back-and-forth is entertaining and gives us some fun insights into the giants’ powers. It’s also super clear that Gyant has a soft spot for Tamaki, even though he refers to humans as “dolls” pretty much all the time. It’s endearing and funny.

The Art of Perspective

One thing that stood out to me was the way the art plays with perspective. When Gyant is in the frame, the size difference is emphasized, he’s this massive figure, towering over everything. But when it switches to Tamaki’s perspective, the change in scale is so noticeable, and you really get a sense of what it’s like to be a human in a world where giants are part of everyday life. It’s a clever way of using art to highlight not just the story’s scale but the dynamics between the characters.

All in all, I’m loving this series, and I’m sure you will too. The characters are fun, the mystery is gripping, and the mix of humor and action keeps it engaging from start to finish.