
When contemplating comics penned by Garth Ennis and illustrated by Jacen Burrows, numerous descriptors might spring to mind, but “amusing” is seldom among them. Their work, whether in harrowing horror titles such as Crossed and The Ribbon Queen, or grim war stories like Punisher: Soviet and Get Fury, consistently presents mature interpretations of genres typically bereft of the whimsical elements associated with superheroes. Thus, their forthcoming fantasy series, Babs, which introduces a sword-bearing heroine navigating a realm inhabited by dragons, orcs, and other beasts, comes as an unexpected delight. This new venture showcases their versatility as creators, infusing the genre with humor while crafting a debut issue that stands apart from anything they’ve produced or currently available on shelves.