Star Mage
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Publication information | |
Publisher | IDW Publishing |
Format | Ongoing series |
Genre | Science Fiction, Fantasy |
Publication date | April – September 2014 |
No. of issues | 6 (As of Sept 2014) |
Main character(s) | Tirwa |
Creative team | |
Written by | |
Artist(s) | Ray Dillon Franco Cespedes |
Star Mage is a six-issue comic book limited series released by IDW Publishing. It was created by fiction author JC De La Torre with art by Ray Dillon and Franco Cespedes. Dillon created the art and cover to Issue #1 while Cespedes took over art and cover duties from issue two through six.
Publication history[]
Star Mage was originally written by De La Torre as a young adult fiction novel called Darien Connors and The Necromancy of Eridu [1] but he decided that the comic medium was the best place for his story. After teaming with artists Ray Dillon and Franco Cespedes, the creative team developed Star Mage into a six issue mini-series. Star Mage #1 was released on April 16, 2014, beginning a run of six issues.
Plot synopsis[]
seems like a normal nerdy kid attending Cocoa Beach High. He has a crush on a girl, gets into trouble with bullies and lives a typical normal life – with one exception – his famous astronaut father. His dad, , is a famous astronaut who was lost on a manned mission to Mars. Bullies hurt Darien by stringing him up on the school flagpole and suddenly Darien manifests strange magical powers. Using the powers, he frees himself and races into the woods, where he is taken up in a spaceship by . informs Darien that he Is not from Earth and is a Star Mage – a wizard with strange magical powers called .[2] Darien would later find out that his father was actually and his brother was the leader of a rebel sect of mages called the Bel Etu. It’s up to Darien, and his new friends Tirwa, , and to stop Orasmas and his secret weapon.
Characters[]
Darien Connors[]
Darien is the son of King Dalidor and Queen Kaela of Eridu. Raised on Earth by his father after Orasmas’ rebellion, Darien was ignorant in the ways of his sect, the .
Arylos[]
An 8th scepter Et Lu Star Mage of the Sarru Kishpu, Arylos was tasked by King Thordar and the council to find Dalidor and his family and return them to Eridu. After discovering Darien orphaned on Earth, Arylos is tasked with being his guardian.[3]
Orasmas Xul Sarrum[]
Darien���s brother and leader of a rival sect of Star Mages called the Bel Etu. Orasmas, like Darien, is a 10th level Scepter – the most powerful level of Star Mages and his power enables him to command a large army of wizards bent on the destruction of the Sarru Kishpu and dominion over the universe.
Tirwa[]
The first school mate Darien meets on Eridu, Tirwa is one of Darien’s closest friends and allies. Her race, the Radeanean has the ability to read minds, thanks to her bunny like appendages.
Anthaar[]
A , Anthaar and Darien are members of the same house, , and are close friends. He is the physically strongest among them as his race are known for their attack spells and ability to defend the realm.
Unura[]
Another close friend of Darien’s, Unura is the quiet, reserved one of the group – speaking only when it’s of most importance. Her race, the , have the ability to control weather and the elements with their kishpu (magic).
Reception[]
Reviews have been positive regarding Star Mage. Comics – The Gathering called Star Mage #1 “a great premise, fantastic art and tonnes of heart, Star Mage #1 is a great book with tonnes of promise.” [4] While Comic Bastard’s Adam Kelly gave Star Mage #1 a 10 out 10.[5]
Capeless Crusader called Star Mage “slightly flawed, but overall enjoyable sci-fi/fantasy tale for kids, with a good, relatable lead character.” [6]
Unleash The Fan Boy referred to Star Mage #3 as “an awesome story” giving it a 9 out of 10.[7] "Star Mage is a sci-fi romp with a heart," said IDW Publishing editor . "Part Ender's Game, part Last Starfighter... heck, even part Star Wars... Star Mage remains fresh and exciting, and will appeal to high-adventure readers of all ages!" .[8]
Interviews[]
- "5 Questions with JC De La Torre". April 15, 2014.
- "De La Torre Finds Magic in Outer Space with Star Mage". Comic Book Resources. February 8, 2010. Retrieved April 15, 2014.
- "Being a Star Mage Can Change Your Life". bleedingcool.com. 2014-11-04.
- "Spaceships and Wizards, JC De La Torre talks Star Mage". Flickering Myth. March 14, 2014.
- "IDW unveils JC De La Torre's Star Mage". Feb 20, 2014.
References[]
- ^ "Being a Star Mage Can Change Your Life". bleedingcool.com. 2014-11-04.
- ^ Star Mage #1
- ^ Star Mage #2
- ^ "Star Mage #1". 2014-04-16.
- ^ "Star Mage #1". 2014-04-16.
- ^ "Star Mage #2 Gives Kids a Sorcerer to Root For". 2014-05-20.
- ^ "Star Mage #3 Review". 2014-11-06.
- ^ "Alchemy and Science Fiction Collide In 'Star Mage'". 2014-02-20.
- IDW Publishing titles
- 2014 comics debuts
- 2014 comics endings