The iconic image of Jason Voorhees often invades multiple
media formats, and the world of comic books is no exception. Tales of Camp Blood have been told through
the comic format in movie adaptations, new and ongoing stories, cross-overs
such as Freddy vs Jason vs Ash, and even prequel stories such as the fantastic
story Pamela’s Tale.
The image of Jason is also often used to pay homage and
catch readers’ attention. This month,
regular comic shop attendees may find themselves doing a double take when
grazing the shelves and seeing the cover for issue number six of Image Comics’
ongoing series A Voice in the Dark.
This unique story, brought to us by the also truly unique
artist Laramie Taylor, features the character of Zoey Aaorons, a radio call-in
show host and serial killer in the making who finds fascination and inspiration
in her callers. Issue number six, cited
as part four of the story arch entitled “Killing Game,” finds Zoey plotting her
next kill by infiltrating a sorority house party on Halloween night. The twist, and there always is one, is that
she may not be the only killer stalking a prey at the party. And who better to have grace the cover of
such an intriguing issue than a character in full Jason gear?
Do yourself a favour and pick up this comic by
Taylor, an artist who was born with Arthrogryposis and draws all his issues by
mouth. A true talent, you can explore
his world and A Voice in the Dark at his website. As an extra treat, click here to sample a
preview of this issue thanks to comicmonsters.com.
