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Decorum #1 CVR A Huddleston

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Jonathan Hickman(w), Mike Huddleston(a)(c)

SERIES PREMIERE! There are many assassins in the known universe. This is the story of the most well-mannered one. 'Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what knife you use.'

Item #: 70302 Diamond code: JAN200108 UPC: 70985302974800111

Jonathan Hickman

Mike Huddleston

Reviews from the web

From Comicbook.com: The most difficult part of writing about Decorum #1 is defining exactly what this series is. It’s a critical examination of systems of power through a sci-fi lens; it’s a comic that reimagines its style and design every few pages; it’s a scintillating crime story filled with assassins and secret packages. There are so many appealing facets to this debut, largely because every element of the comic itself and story it’s telling are considered on each page. Each read through of this issue offers new connections and levels of appreciation. Decorum #1 is a reminder of the immense possibilities held in the comics form and how a work being “smart” doesn’t mean it can’t be a lot of fun. This is the sort of comic that can make even the most cynical critic remember why they fell in love with the medium. I suppose the only response for that is: Thanks.
From CBR: A lot of Hickman's work has demanded repeat readings and the opening issue of Decorum is no different; there is a lot going on here. Huddleston's style is a blend of different visual aesthetics, from the neo-imperialist prologue to the cyberpunk cities that are explored. And while much of the issue is dedicated to world-building, there is enough engaging sci-fi bookending the issue to remind readers of the stakes in explosive, bloody fury while promising greater, more ambitious things to come.
From Graphic Policy: Decorum #1 is a jaw-dropping debut. It’s a must get for all comic fans as it challenges everything about comics from the narrative to the art, and Sasha E. Head‘s fantastic design work. Part story, part worldbuilding, Decorum #1 is a unique experience. It’s also a near-perfect debut.
From Monkeys Fighting Robots: Decorum #1 was a fascinating and brilliant start to a new series. It isn’t at all what you would expect, but that is what makes it so brilliant. There’s no telling what this delightful killer is going to do next, but we’re looking forward to finding out.
From Multiversity Comics: Jonathan Hickman’s love of taking a long view and a wide lens is well documented in stories such as his “Avengers” run and his still-running work on “X-Men.” Exploring an entire world and how various people interact within it serves his interests very well, and with one that spans millennia as he is producing for “Decorum,” that emphasis seems to be getting a boost in spite of being an entirely new saga. Throughout “Decorum” #1, Hickman’s style is shown in depth, from its negatives to its positives.
From AiPT: In every generation, there are auteurs for movies, music, and even comics. Jonathan Hickman is one such personality in the world of comics, both in independent and mainstream work. Likely since Hickmkan’s X-Men work has been an explosive success, he’s kickstarting another book. This one’s about…well, that’s hard to explain. It’s a Hickman joint. Y’know, the guy who writes history books about his lore and includes them in his comics.