Ascencia HC Vol 01

Set 150 years in a future where Ascencia towers over a rival city of Bethany, this hardcover collects the first arc of Ascencia, a dark, immersive tale of immortality and ambition. John Dolmayan, best known as the musician behind System of a Down, writes a propulsive, morally complex narrative, while Tony Parker and Blond deliver kinetic, moody art that shifts from intimate character moments to sweeping cityscapes. Doaly contributes a striking cover that hints at the series' ominous intrigue. Across issues #1–6, readers watch a struggle for power, where immortality is coveted but comes at a steep personal price: the betrayals, sacrifices, and the costs of staying on top in a city where time itself seems owned by Ascencia. This is a character-driven, thought-provoking addition to contemporary graphic storytelling.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of mature, thought-provoking sci-fi that questions the price of immortality.
• Readers who enjoy character-driven, morally gray stories with power struggles in a futuristic city.
• Fans of creator-driven comics, especially the art of Tony Parker and Blond, with cover work by Doaly, and readers curious about John Dolmayan's storytelling.
• Readers who prefer hardcover graphic novels that present a cohesive arc.